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[Talossa]

There's a couple things you might try.

I googled 'bra for a plunging neckline' and there were quite a few results that came up, so you might want to give those a look. They also make stick-on bras, but I've never used one so I have no idea how well that would work.

If nothing else worked, I'd try making the bodice as supportive as possible, and using fashion tape to make sure you don't have any wardrobe malfunctions - but that might not be feasible depending on how much support you need.

[wisetaner]

The list was great, although I didn't come across (at least I don't think I did) any ninja costume tutorials. Does anyone know if one exists, pattern or otherwise, for making a ninja costume...preferably in the style of Mortal Kombat's Sub-Zero?

I have been looking all around and I've found a couple examples for the mask, but not very much for the costume overall.

[jambreaker]

Originally Posted by wisetaner

The list was great, although I didn't come across (at least I don't think I did) any ninja costume tutorials. Does anyone know if one exists, pattern or otherwise, for making a ninja costume...preferably in the style of Mortal Kombat's Sub-Zero?

I have been looking all around and I've found a couple examples for the mask, but not very much for the costume overall.

Could be kimono with the chest piece added on, and the mask has a long 'tail' that tucks in all around the collar and fills in all the space?

[Pendant]

I think this tutorial would be a good addition. I'm not sure which of the stickies it'd fit in, and this looked like the best bet. ^ ^;;

[wisetaner]

Originally Posted by jambreaker

Could be kimono with the chest piece added on, and the mask has a long 'tail' that tucks in all around the collar and fills in all the space?

Thanks for the info, I hadn't really considered a kimono as a ninja MK chest piece. I suppose that could work.

This is similar to what I'm really hoping to make it look like. http://youtu.be/2J3dhwVxz-Q

[jambreaker]

Originally Posted by wisetaner

Thanks for the info, I hadn't really considered a kimono as a ninja MK chest piece. I suppose that could work.

This is similar to what I'm really hoping to make it look like. http://youtu.be/2J3dhwVxz-Q

Very cool tutorial -- looks like a black 'base' suit with all the parts on over it -- kimono could add a bit of interest up close compared to a generic black T-shirt & trousers or jumpsuit, especially with Japanese-style ninjas ;-)

[martinquesnel]

I would add catsuits: www.catsuitpatterns.com

This is a new site that just launched selling professional catsuit patterns.

[wisetaner]

I've looked through all the "Kimono" links but I can't find anything that looks like a martial arts style upper body garment that also cover the pelvic area down the center. I googled Tunic as well as and I see images of what I'm looking for, but just not any tutorials on how to make them.

I could still really use help with this.

[jambreaker]

Originally Posted by wisetaner

I've looked through all the "Kimono" links but I can't find anything that looks like a martial arts style upper body garment that also cover the pelvic area down the center. I googled Tunic as well as and I see images of what I'm looking for, but just not any tutorials on how to make them.

I could still really use help with this.

There's the Hapi (often worn by merchants and at festivals) -- Taiko drummers sometimes wear them as a uniform as well -- other than a Gi I can't visualize much else.

[ichi903]

So I have a few items to share!!
I did tutorials on:
-a frilly pettiskirt here: http://sewchibi.blogspot.com/2012/02...-tutorial.html
-a mini top hat here: http://sewchibi.blogspot.com/2012/05...-mini-top.html
-a super easy, adjustable, and customizable headband here: http://sewchibi.blogspot.com/2012/04...s-clovers.html
-and Rainbow Dash inspired dress with cascading ruffle "tail" and wings added to a bodice here:
http://sewchibi.blogspot.com/2012/09...ng-ruffle.html

I constantly add new things to my blog: sewchibi.blogspot.com >._.<

Hope this helps!!

[dizzymonochrome]

FYI some links are dead. The link for fly zipper tutorial redirects to the homepage of diynetwork. May need to check other specific tutorial external links in the list.

[Kawaii Pocky]

I don't think what I was looking for on here was here, but I wanted to know, and I haven't looked for the pattern yet but I'm sure it's an easily findable one. But I just wanted to know... I'm going to be crossplaying so I'm not going to make or alter any of the pieces for it until I get my compression shirt so I can get those measurements. But I'm going to make the vest for my character and buy all the other pieces of clothing and alter them as need be. Since I want a masculine "body shape" I should buy men's clothes right? I mean I know it sounds like common sense but I had some friends telling me I should wear what's comfortable.

I know definitely if I get men's slacks I'm going to have to hem the bottom of the pants because I'm short. I have that issue with girl's pants too. XD But I was going to look up a pattern for a simple men's vest because I think that's the only part of the costume I'm going to make myself. Any way, I just wanted some advice. I wanted to pick up fabric and all that but I can't do any thing until I get my compression shirt because I'll need the measurements after the compression.

Link to my character, Akihiko from Persona 3. My first crossplay. X3

http://static.zerochan.net/Sanada.Ak...ull.325274.jpg

[PixiePopNixie]

Originally Posted by Kawaii Pocky

I don't think what I was looking for on here was here, but I wanted to know, and I haven't looked for the pattern yet but I'm sure it's an easily findable one. But I just wanted to know... I'm going to be crossplaying so I'm not going to make or alter any of the pieces for it until I get my compression shirt so I can get those measurements. But I'm going to make the vest for my character and buy all the other pieces of clothing and alter them as need be. Since I want a masculine "body shape" I should buy men's clothes right? I mean I know it sounds like common sense but I had some friends telling me I should wear what's comfortable.

I know definitely if I get men's slacks I'm going to have to hem the bottom of the pants because I'm short. I have that issue with girl's pants too. XD But I was going to look up a pattern for a simple men's vest because I think that's the only part of the costume I'm going to make myself. Any way, I just wanted some advice. I wanted to pick up fabric and all that but I can't do any thing until I get my compression shirt because I'll need the measurements after the compression.

Link to my character, Akihiko from Persona 3. My first crossplay. X3

http://static.zerochan.net/Sanada.Ak...ull.325274.jpg

http://www.shatterheart.net/games/pe...-underwear.jpg Zerochan doesn't allow hot linking, so I re-did ;p

You should go with men clothes not because of the shape (although it helps) but because of the fastenings. Men's clothing does up on the opposite side of women's, so for the sake of accuracy it would be best.

The glory of men's clothes is that it comes in waist and leg measurements. If you're short short, then try looking in the boys section. I mean, if you know anywhere that does school uniforms (I know there aren't too many in the states) then that would be the best place to go. Also, men clothes are super comfortable and actually the cheap stuff often fit a lot better than the cheap equivalent of the female stuff (this is because guys don't spend as much on clothes, so their good quality stuff is a lot less than ours).

Vest wise, I'd adapt a waist coat pattern - http://www.simplicity.com/p-5254-mens-vests.aspx would be a good one.

Compressing wise, depending on how en-dowered you are, you can just use a sports bra (if you're less than a B). Also, you can go by the measurement of the band of your bra - if you're 38" under your bust, for example, you'll be just a couple of inches bigger. A tight elasticated vest will also do the job (has to be elasticated, otherwise breathing can be an issue!).

Fabric wise; for accuracy, a wool mix would be your best bet. However, for it to be cheaper you can use poly cottons and use interfacing to thicken it.