Outfit #12: Harley Quinn (New 52)

So I have made the decision to start doing miniature cosplay with this blog. I've always wanted to jump on the cosplay bandwagon but don't have the budget nor the motivation to do it for myself. Tanner appears to be a good fit, so I'm continuing to use her as a "model". And seeing how Harley Quinn is my favorite DC character, I thought it would be fun to try her outfit. 

The outfit took a total of five hours to make. The principal material is red and (the last of my) black duct tape. I tried to follow the outfit as closely as possible, but a few alterations to the original design had to be made simply because of Tanner's miniature stature. For example: I had to leave out the bell collar because her neck is way too small to have it appear "balanced" within the entire outfit. 

The shoes are taken from the Lords of Salem outfit and upgraded with bead "wheels". I only wish they came out better than they did, but at least it still matches. 

The belt was a single strand of duct tape with painted beads glued on for bullets and a buckle. Her "hot pants" took me the longest out of anything for this outfit, and pulling it on her was very challenging (I almost popped off her leg!) But overall they came out nicely, even though it is hard for her to bend enough to sit up straight. 

Overall this was a really fun outfit and I am happy that it came out looking great! I wanna do a Star Wars character next, so stay tuned...

Outfit #11: Lords Of Salem

For this outfit, Tanner is dressed as a tribute to Sherri Moon Zombie's character, Heidi, in the Rob Zombie film "The Lords Of Salem". Her "sweater" is actually white felt with black marker to add an "aged" look to it. Her boots are made of soda tabs, red duct tape, and embroidery floss. 

Another shot of Tanner in the Heidi outfit. 

The Salem mask is the exclamation point for the piece. It consists of papier-mâché over a wire base and was completed over the timespan of several hours. 

Primary stage of the mask: wire frame. 

Papier-mâché being prepared. 

Secondary stage of the mask, now drying. 

Tanner in the completed outfit. 

Outfit #10: Prom Queen

For this outfit, I primarily used nylon sequin fabric for the bodice and stitched it up in the back to cinch it for an appropriate fit. 

The skirt is made of tulle and was taken from another Blythe outfit and stitched up. 

The earrings were copper wire twisted into the earlobe "piercing" and accentuated with a plastic star bead that went with the color scheme. 

The plastic crown was the only item not made by hand. 

Tanner's "glass slippers" are made of plastic beads and shrink plastic, held together with hot glue. 

Everything but the crown was handmade for this outfit. 

UPDATE (September 2015)

     So, because I am currently residing on-campus at Purchase to attend the BFA Film Program, I am putting this blog on hiatus until at least December. Even then, there is a small chance that any new Tanner outfits will be posted during break, because I'll be working and writing the screenplay for my freshman film.  

   If I don't get around to making outfits again this winter break, I will most definitely return to it by next May. 

    See you all then! 

   

   Hugs and love, 

   Tanners Closet

Outfit #9: Mod Exhibition

For this outfit, I was inspired by an outfit worn by Alfred Jarry to the opera in Paris, one that consisted of mainly art supplies (such as canvas), and a self-inked tie. Tanner's jumpsuit is made of a cotton blend, and is a singular piece. 

Her hair was swept up in a messy bun and secured with a plastic coiled bracelet that I snagged from Ocean City. 

Her bracelet is a handmade piece for which I cannot recall its origin exactly. Her bowtie is actually an antique brooch, and holds the jumpsuit closed. 

As always, her boots are yellow giraffe, to add a pop of color. 

Outfit #8: Grand Entrance

For this outfit, I decided to go in a different direction. I took a long piece of pink tulle and wrapped it around Tanner in a way that suggested a long and elegant dress. 

The piece itself was irregularly shaped, but I twisted it in such a way that this fact was hidden. 

The train was about 10 inches in length, approximately. 

On her head, Tanner wears a crystal comb tiara that I've had in my possession for a few years. 

Outfit #7: Burning Man

With the dates for Burning Man approaching (and my jealousy growing), I decided to take inspiration from the Black Rock Desert festival. Burning Man is a festival that takes place every August in the middle of the desert in the Black Rock Desert, Nevada. In keeping with the spirit of the festival, everything about Tanner's outfit is handmade. 

The "monocle" goggle is made from a recycled soda tab and salvaged felt. For the fastener on her hood, I used a glass bead that is several years old and has been in my desk for a long time. 

Tanner's hood and briefs are sewn from an old recycled tye-dye shirt. 

Her bracelet is made from plastic crystal beads and are representative of the spiritual nature of the festival. 

Didn't have the time or patience to make a "mutant vehicle" (though that would've been cool), but that's for next time, I guess….. ;)