Trying to figure out how to make a no face costume that's taller than you? Or some tips on sewing a Chihiro costume? Then keep reading :)
I tried searching for ideas on how to make a No Face mask, but didn't find anything I was hoping for. So I made a tutorial on how I made it, hope it will be useful for others too. I am still learning how to use new types materials in my cosplays. I wanted to make a mask that was big enough to be realistic, but not so large that it is too animated. I wanted it to have the creepy blank expression it had in the movie too. It also had to be really tall in comparison to me as Chihiro (since I am pretty average height of 5'3..for an asian. and luckily my fiance is also 6'3!), and I wanted it to have a concave and smooth surface. After doing some research and debating for quite a while, I decided on using foam, paper mache, and paper clay. I am also using the mouth as the opening to for the eyes too look out of (this can add up to 7 inches to your height!).
If you like this mask but aren't crafty at all, please read at the end regarding commissions :)
Materials used:
- 2 6mm 9x12 thick foam
- newspaper
- glue
- water
- 2 packs paper clay
- x-acto knife
- acrylic paint
- iron
- rolling pin
- saran wrap
Step 1: Sketch out a template
I based it off the size of TWO thick 6mm 9x12 craft foam put side by side. I used this image of No Face as one of my references.
Step 2: Cut out the Foam Base
Use a glue gun and glue together the 2 pieces of thick foam. After it is dry, trace and cut out the mask with your x-acto knife or box cutter. Cut out the mouth opening.
Step 3: Iron and shape
Using an iron in low heat, slowly bend and heat the mask on all ends and both sides. It should slowly bend and curve in the desired mask shape. This way your mask won't be completely flat.
Check out my previous post here for Part 1
Where to Eat in LA
As a tourist and being my first time on the west coast, in Downtown LA, I did a little research about the best places to eat at. I'm a big fan of Yelp when it comes to food. Here's a few of the yummy spots I checked out:
1. Daikokuya
With over 4000 reviews on Yelp, this is probably the best ramen place in Cali (with Ippudo and Totto Ramen taking that title in New York, in my opinion)
I ordered the Daikoku Ramen (noodle soaked in hot broth) and the Tsukemen (noodle out of broth), different ways of eating it, but both very delicious. Be prepared for an hour to 1.5 hour wait. I suggest going at an odd time. I went around 4:30pm on Sunday so the wait was about half an hour.
Where to Eat in LA
As a tourist and being my first time on the west coast, in Downtown LA, I did a little research about the best places to eat at. I'm a big fan of Yelp when it comes to food. Here's a few of the yummy spots I checked out:
1. Daikokuya
With over 4000 reviews on Yelp, this is probably the best ramen place in Cali (with Ippudo and Totto Ramen taking that title in New York, in my opinion)
I ordered the Daikoku Ramen (noodle soaked in hot broth) and the Tsukemen (noodle out of broth), different ways of eating it, but both very delicious. Be prepared for an hour to 1.5 hour wait. I suggest going at an odd time. I went around 4:30pm on Sunday so the wait was about half an hour.
My first post! I decided to finally make a blog, where I can share all my fashion outfits, cosplay progress, and things I learn and make along the way~ whether it be food, travel, wedding plans ;)
For my first post, I would like to talk about my first Anime Expo experience this past weekend! Anime Expo is the largest anime convention in North America. I never thought i'd ever get a chance to go since it is on the west coast and I live on the east coast. But opportunity came when I got round trip airfare with a Southwest Airlines deal and also hotel discounts from a friend. Anime Expo this year was from July 4-7. Day 1 is July 4rth, but I decided to explore California instead (more on my trip in my next post!) I attended on Day 2, Friday. I read on some forums that the lines to get your badges are really long. My friend waited an hour and half on Day 1 to get her badge. So I went on Day 2 as the registration line was supposed to open, at 8am. No line at all! I was able to walk right in and get my badge scanned and printed. No problems at all :)
So here are some pictures from the convention...
My costume for Day 2
Series: Spirited Away
Character: Chihiro and No Face
For my first post, I would like to talk about my first Anime Expo experience this past weekend! Anime Expo is the largest anime convention in North America. I never thought i'd ever get a chance to go since it is on the west coast and I live on the east coast. But opportunity came when I got round trip airfare with a Southwest Airlines deal and also hotel discounts from a friend. Anime Expo this year was from July 4-7. Day 1 is July 4rth, but I decided to explore California instead (more on my trip in my next post!) I attended on Day 2, Friday. I read on some forums that the lines to get your badges are really long. My friend waited an hour and half on Day 1 to get her badge. So I went on Day 2 as the registration line was supposed to open, at 8am. No line at all! I was able to walk right in and get my badge scanned and printed. No problems at all :)
So here are some pictures from the convention...
My costume for Day 2
Series: Spirited Away
Character: Chihiro and No Face
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