In this 52 - page book filled with over 220 vivid pictures, you'll discover easy - to - follow, step - by - step guides and in - depth explanations. It covers a wide range of cosplay sewing aspects, such as hand - sewing or machine - sewing, selecting the ideal fabric, handling stretch fabrics, creating new patterns or working with existing ones, making a mock - up, adjusting patterns, inserting a zipper, adding lining, sewing gloves, leggings, boot covers, and dresses. It also shows you how to attach armor to fabric. There are plenty of detailed pictures, useful tips, and real - life work examples! The book includes an introduction to tools, machines, and materials, guidance on using sewing machines and sergers, advice on choosing the right fabric, three practical hand - stitches, and techniques for working with stretch materials. You'll learn to sew simple gloves with lycra by drawing patterns on paper, leggings with jersey by creating patterns from old clothes and using a serger, a dress with satin using store - bought patterns, and a boot cover with faux leather by creating patterns with duct tape. It also covers useful techniques like creating a mock - up, adjusting patterns, placing a zipper, and adding lining. Some of the work examples featured are Cleric (Aion), Xena: Warrior Princess, and Monk (FFXIV).

To use this book, start by reading the introduction section to get familiar with the tools, machines, and materials you'll need. When it comes to choosing a project, you can either follow the step - by - step guides for the examples like the Cleric (Aion) cosplay or use the general techniques for your own custom designs. For materials, make sure to pick the right fabric as described in the book, whether it's stretchy lycra for gloves or satin for a dress. When sewing, take your time with each step, especially when working on details like adding a zipper or lining. As for maintenance, keep the book in a dry place to prevent pages from getting damaged. If you spill something on it, gently blot it with a dry cloth. You can use bookmarks to mark the pages of your favorite projects for easy access later.