From the Forest to the Moon: 3 New McCall's Cosplay Patterns

It's been a while, but I'm happy to finally bring you three new Cosplay by McCall's patterns for your consideration.

The Patterns Mysstic

Druid? Forest witch? If you're looking for something a bit different from your standard sorceress costume, try Mysstic, a hooded, lined coat and belt. This cosplay features gathered ruffles and a drawstring neckline. Netting gives this cosplay a full look, and craft ribbon adds frill.

You can add steampunk flare by using cloth with Victorian swirls or gears. Add goggles, and a custom leather wrist band or two to enhance this look.

The skill level to make Mysstic is rated at intermediate, and the pattern costs $15.95.

Bedlah Beauty

Looking for a sexy, exotic cosplay that's not too difficult to make? Bedlah Beauty is a stunning belly dancer outfit with top, belt, skirt, and bolero jacket, rated as easy to make.

In a steampunk world, India, the Middle East, and the Eastern Mediterranean would be filled with steam-powered technology, so this is your opportunity to broaden your steampunk cosplay wardrobe. Yes, you can always throw on your goggles--I would never discourage that!--and perhaps add leather bracelets (or anklets) with bells. Of course, you can add gears, metallic animals, or other curios to the trims.

Fabrics you can use for this pattern include devoré, crushed velvet, velveteen, Georgette, synthetic suede, synthetic leather, moderate stretch knits, jersey knits, and interlock. The tips will help you embellish your cosplay with things like rhinestones, gems, broken jewelry, and more.

Bedlah Beauty sells for $16.95.

Power Brace

Now, we come to the space age cosplay, an outfit reminiscent of Barbarella, though admittedly a bit more practical. Power Brace is an impressive costume designed to be easy to make, with halter top, over skirt, leg armor, and arm armor. Seattle Cosplay created this pattern for Cosplay by McCall's.

Depending on the material and options you choose for this cosplay, the look can range from a space-age dress outfit to that of a wizard queen. Since steampunk pairs well with fantasy, add a metal-studded wand, a steampunk-style play gun (peace bound at conventions, of course), and lace reminiscent of the Wild West or Victorian England.

The tips section will help you with applying, and dying, lace appliqué. The pattern is available on the Cosplay by McCall's site for $16.95.

Coming Soon

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