We finally made a tutorial video that we should have done years ago: How to clean your sewing machine! This tool is one of the most used and valued in the cosplayer's kit. There are a few simple steps to help keep your sewing machine in clean, fighting shape - a great way to save time and money!

We're following up with the trend of "make your own pattern" websites! Val has done the work, research, and testing to bring you the two sites she recommends for you to get the most out of your future cosplay projects. Links to the websites below. This is not a sponsored episode.

In part 2 of the badge tutorial, Amber has shown you how to make a cool, geeky lanyard. Now it's time to make a custom badge pocket to accessorize your new nerdy gear!

We talk about the World Cosplay Summit! This year it's returned amid the pandemic with some changes, with the primary costume contest moving to a video format. Our thoughts, what we saw, and what trends that will probably carry over into next year!

With most patterns moving online for ease of use, we thought this would be a great time to create a tutorial that covers how to put together a printable pattern!

On this episode, we look at the meaning of TrashCons. What are they, how to spot one, and what you can do to ensure your money is spent at a better convention. With Covid-19 restrictions easing in many US states, we felt this was an appropriate time to talk about TrashCons. Many TrashCons are reappearing to take advantage of unsuspecting nerd/geek fans. Those new to the scene and veterans will find helpful tips in this episode. We all deserve better conventions, not thrown together garbage out to squeeze every $$$ from you.

We're doing a new type of tutorial this episode! How to make your own badge lanyard. Which is a great cosplay accessory if you're looking for something that better matches your costume. Or if you want a fun nerdy touch to your casual-wear for your next convention.

We tackle the serious topic of ConCrunch. What it is, how it can affect you, and why cosplayers should stop supporting the practice. The hosts of this podcast are not medical professionals. Any detailed information we share will come from various medical sources that we researched, and we will be linking the content in the show notes below. If you have questions about your health, please speak with your doctor.

With Amber's recent experimentation into foam, we broke down a full tutorial on how to make foam look like leather, with 2 different methods plus painting!

We review another cosplay book! This time it's 'The Cosplay Handbook' by Grace Herbert/Grace Willow Crafts, which gives a general overview of how to get into cosplay and what to expect when you're in costume.