Costume designer and all around crazy person talks about costume projects progress and what ever else is swimming through her head that day.
Catching Elephant is a theme by Andy Taylor
Inspired by Kariel’s crown and kitty that wont leave my lap, i sat down and made this. for sale
Tumblr feature #4 Pixie punk creatures
CUTE MINI TOP HATS!!
Pixie Punk Creations is a an eclectic mix of steampunk inspired broaches, hair fascinators, and mini top hats. We also offer tutus in adult and children’s sizes.
They caught my eye at the Muskogee Rennisance festival and I look forward to bringing Mavis by to look at the new line of mini witch hats come halloween.
Check them out on facebook http://www.facebook.com/PixiePunkCreations
I am still swamped with renfaire projects but i do have plans for other costumes. I plan to add a few more things to Mavis’s design and have some more sinister mermaid projects on the way. Here are a few more shots from my photoshoot with Kimmy Stafford.
Pirate Museum Fundraiser
Who are we?
Buccaneers of the Coast is a pirate living history and entertainment group. Based out of Muskogee Oklahoma, we operate a pirate museum along with preforming at the Oklahoma Renaissance Festival in the Harbor. During Pirate weekend you will find us laying siege to the Castle and entertaining and educating the masses down in the Harbor. You may also find us at other festivals and living history events as well as movie premieres, private parties and corporate events.
What do we do?
We bring the Golden Age of Piracy to life through our museum, which includes far more than just static displays. Each person in the museum portrays a unique pirate with a story to tell, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the time period.
What We Need & What You Get
We are striving to offer as many perks as possible! Check the sidebar for more details!
Other Ways You Can Help
Share this link! Get others to watch the video! Or even better, consider joining up with the crew. Visit our Facebook page for more details.
Pirate Museum Fundraiser
Who are we?
Buccaneers of the Coast is a pirate living history and entertainment group. Based out of Muskogee Oklahoma, we operate a pirate museum along with preforming at the Oklahoma Renaissance Festival in the Harbor. During Pirate weekend you will find us laying siege to the Castle and entertaining and educating the masses down in the Harbor. You may also find us at other festivals and living history events as well as movie premieres, private parties and corporate events.
What do we do?
We bring the Golden Age of Piracy to life through our museum, which includes far more than just static displays. Each person in the museum portrays a unique pirate with a story to tell, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the time period.
What We Need & What You Get
We are striving to offer as many perks as possible! Check the sidebar for more details!
Other Ways You Can Help
Share this link! Get others to watch the video! Or even better, consider joining up with the crew. Visit our Facebook page for more details.
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Here is one of the many reasons I have been so quiet on tumblr.
I needed to redo my mermaid tail for the upcoming Muskogee Renaissance fair. My wonderful husband bought me a monofin so I had to remake my mermaid tail to fit it and decided to give it a new paint job while i was at it.
I also have been working on many Pirate projects so I have been very busy. Once faire season is over I can get back to normal crazy costume making.
Croft Couture #1: Jenn Croft
The Tomb Raider fandom is full of talented artists, entertainers, and perhaps most notably, phenomenal cosplay talent. In order to showcase these lovely and dedicated ladies, I’m kicking off a bimonthly feature called “Croft Couture.” The intent is to give Lara costumers a spot to share their photos and experiences while dressed the part of gaming’s leading lady.
Jenn Croft is a perfect fit to kick off the feature, not only because of her phenomenal new photoshoot, but because she aims to embody Lara’s sense of adventure in her daily life. Read on to learn more about Jenn.
Fast Stats
- Name: Jenn Croft
- Country: USA (Currently residing in Australia)
- Occupation: Personal Trainer/Nanny
- Fan Since: 2000
- Favorite Tomb Raider Game: Tomb Raider (Original)
- Favorite Non-Lara Tomb Raider Character: Chase Carver
- Favorite Tomb Raider Villain: Natla
- Number of Lara Croft Costumes: Around 12
- First Lara Croft Cosplay: The classic outfit
- Favorite Lara Croft Cosplay: Underworld/torn comic book outfit with the green top
- Future Lara Croft Cosplay: Planning on remaking the classic outfit
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Q&AWhat first drew you to the Tomb Raider franchise, and what initially inspired you to cosplay as Lara Croft?
I just got a PS1 for Christmas and was looking for a new game to play. At the rental store I saw Tomb Raider The Last Revelation. Seeing her in the media for years, I kinda associated her with being a female Indiana Jones, and being the huge Dr. Jones fan, coupled with the Egyptian pyramid on the cover of the game, I decided to give it a try. I was absolutely hooked. For Halloween that year, I decided to be Lara. While researching the costume online, I discovered a whole community of fans who love to dress as Lara and take pictures. From there it’s all history.
What Lara Croft costume did you tackle first?
The classic costume since it’s the most recognizable, and my favorite at the time.
What is your favorite Lara Croft ensemble?
I really loved the catsuit with the glasses and the ear piece. Makes you feel like you’re in Mission Impossible or something.
What Croft costumes are still on your roster?
I plan to remake the classic outfit.
Which Lara costume was the most difficult to construct? Was it due to a particular garment or prop?
Probably the Underworld costume since it was very detailed. The top and shorts had a specific design that was impossible to find in a store, along with the gunbelt and backpack. I pretty much had to hand make everything.
Lara Croft’s lifestyle is full of intrigue and adventure. Do you have any memorable photoshoots or convention appearances that pay tribute to Lara’s lifestyle?
There have been heaps of awesome moments through the years but I think the one I will never forget is the waterfall rappel stunt from 2011. It was an extremely touristy spot and we had to hop a fence to get to the top of the waterfall in order for me to set up the anchors and rope. This was also my very first descent of the falls, ironically in a Lara costume. All the while, people were watching and taking pictures, and I was extremely nervous about someone calling the police since I didn’t know if it was illegal to abseil from the falls or not, and we had realistic looking toy guns with us that might frighten some people. We managed to accomplish the whole shoot without interruption, however when we went back to the car there was a police officer sitting in his car, so needless to say we left quickly before anything could happen.
Along the same lines, what’s the most exotic location you’ve traveled to?
I’ve been to Malaysia for a base jump event, and snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef.
What about Lara’s physical strength or mental prowess most inspires you? Has this, or your desire to cosplay Lara, influenced your daily life?
Lara Croft seems to have this almost supernatural athletic ability that I have always looked up to and wanted to be more like. When I was competing in sports, specifically in the pole vault, I was very superstitious and sometimes would wear my hair like Lara’s to give me extra encouragement. Lara has given me courage in other aspects of my life as well, including the more risky endeavors including motorcycle riding and skydiving. I figure if Lara can do it, so can I!
Photography by: Stephen Galinsky | Adam Jay | Jeff McClay | Ashley Ellwood
