Oy Vey. I've got another one.

[GeektressGalore]

So, apparently I don't know when to quit. I've got my Arkham City AND Classic Harley Quinn costumes, I've got a commision for a custom vest, the search is on for a pattern I can use for a Gatekeeper costume, and I want to do a Princess Leia costume for Free Comic Book Day next year so I can hang out with the Midwest Garrison of the 501st.

Now, this is partially so I can get tips on construction, links on where to purchase, etc for any of the above, but it's also partially so I can ask a second opinion.

Apparently at some point Simplicity had a pattern for an actual Princess Leia costume, but it's discontinued and impossible to find. I managed to find something close, though. It's a McCall's angel pattern.

Obviously it would need to be altered, but how is it for a base? I figure, add the collar and the hood, add an accurate belt, use a heavier fabric, add some knee high slits in the sides, and I've got a pretty good Leia. What do you think?

 

[Havok69]

What about this?

STAR WARS Adult Costume Pattern RARE Leia Padme 6-12 - eBay (item 360305782182 end time Oct-30-10 10:17:38 PDT)

 

[GeektressGalore]

B-B-But ... The other one is so much cheaper! lol. I get paid tomorrow, so if I have enough money left over after I take care of some things, I might order it. Thanks for showing me that listing!

 

[Havok69]

You have the option of making an offer - I usually do 75% of the listing price. Worse thing they can do is refuse or ignore. They might counter, asking for more or just accept it...

 

[GeektressGalore]

True story. I'll make an offer, but I've got the other pattern as a backup in case they decline.

EDIT: So, apparently they auto-accepted. SWEET. Hopefully I have enough in my paycheck tomorrow to cover it.

 

[BRRogers]

Call the people at sewing.net
see if they have that pattern in the drawer it is SIMPLICITY 4443.

Tell them Bryan Rogers said to try them there. (they're a shop in Florida, I THINK I remember seeing that pattern in the drawer, and I used to work there)
If you try them, and they don't have it... I apologize. However their pattern section doesn't see a lot of action beyond basic garments... so It's a good shot, and the owners are wonderful people and would expedite your shipping if you needed it quickly.

*Edit* Ah, I see you got it already... nevermind :[

 

[GeektressGalore]

Yea, thanks anyway, though! I figured if I was going to be able to find ANYTHING, this was the place to ask. Clearly I was right! Question asked, answered, and resolved all in the same day. It's remarkable how awesome people on here are!