Fabric types for beginners

If you're new to cosplay and have no tissue knowledge, it's normal that you didn't know what tissue to use, here are some examples of fabrics to help you

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Fabric types for beginners
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Fabric types for beginners

If you're new to cosplay and have no tissue knowledge, it's normal that you didn't know what tissue to use, here are some examples of fabrics to help you

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Steps

  1. 1

    Cotton

    This is the default fabric, you can find it in all shops for about 5 to 10 € per meter
    Cotton
  2. 2

    Satin

    It is a shiny fabric, perfect if you want to make princess dresses or things a little noble, there are several types of satin (Duchess, married, microfiber)
    Satin
  3. 3

    Small Council

    There is a type of satin (polyester satin) which is a very cheap cert satin but which gives a "cheap" effect to your cosplay and above all never to iron on the satin side (its burning fabric)
    Small Council
  4. 4

    Suedin

    This fabric gives a somewhat rustic effect (perfect if you want to make characters video games type Monster Hunter, etc..) It is soft a bit like a peach skin (Note that some suedine are elastic)
    Suedin
  5. 5

    The jersey

    The jersey is an elastic fabric, perfect for parts rather close to the body (body, gloves,...)
    The jersey
  6. 6

    The leatherette

    The leatherette is an imitation of the leather, it allows to make accessories (bag,...) or clothes (vest in faux leather,...)
    The leatherette