Well, with finances being what they have been, I was beginning to think that I would not have any chance of doing something new for Dragon*Con this year - the thought of which made me very sad because costume design on at least one new thing each year has always been a source of great joy and pleasure for me.
But, as I was thinking over all the possibilities, and reviewing old photos from previous years, I remembered one of the panels I went to on Steampunk - and more importantly how cheaply they were able to find everything they needed! And thus, my new project was born:
Steampunk Zombie Hunter!
I went to the thrift stores around and actually found the perfect base elements for my costume:
- Nice brown slacks
- Ivory satin shirt
- Funky vest
- Corset (I already owned)
- Pair of brown leather (Armani!) heels
Total cost: <$10
I also picked up some odds 'n ends to make my accessories from.
I will need:
- Steam-powered shotgun
- Steam "inspired" machete
- Blood splatter shield
But the best part of all of this was that I sent out an email to all of the clock/watch repair shops in the area, saying that I was doing an art project and needed any "junk" they wanted to get rid of.
But the amazing
Old Clocks of Georgia was owned by a very nice gentleman who gave me 4-5 FULL clocks, sans faces, for FREE! And also said that, should I need more, to just come on back. So, if you ever need watch/clock repair, please hop over there and give him some love.
So, armed with lots of "junk" and a full imagination, I am ready to get started!
Any and all advice/tips/tricks/suggestions are TOTALLY welcomed and appreciated, since I am new to both Victorian styles and Steampunk as a whole.
So, thanks to John May, I now have a fantastic prop to go with my costume - Zombie Bait!
