Original Design build template
Your own character from scratch. Sketch the concept, pick materials, and bring your design to life. This public template shows the milestone structure and starter material categories before you create a customizable workspace.
Milestone timeline
- 1
Sketch character concept art
Research
- 2
Finalize color palette and silhouette
Research
- 3
Plan construction approach for each piece
Patterning
- 4
Draft or source patterns
Patterning
- 5
Source and order all materials
Materials
- 6
Build base costume structure
Construction
- 7
Build armor or accessories
Construction
- 8
Add signature details and flourishes
Details
- 9
Paint, weather, and finish all pieces
Finishing
- 10
Full fitting and adjustments
Fitting
- 11
Photo test for silhouette read
Wear test
- 12
Pack for event
Packing
Pick a template and go
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Each template comes with milestones, a starter materials list, and a timeline you can customize for your build.
Used by makers from r/cosplay, The RPF, Cosplay.com, r/Gunpla, and r/minipainting