How to Survive Con Crunch || MangoSirene

How to Survive Con Crunch
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Convention season is upon us, and with conventions... comes the ever-dreaded Con Crunch. (Dun dun dunnn!) As a veteran who has made it through this hellish week many times before, I'd like to share some advice that will help you survive your next con crunch nightmare! (ง •̀_•́)ง
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[@sofa8130]

Just a tip: DO NOT light candles next to your costume because you will burn it like my friend did.

[@kae.spirit]

Who would. Really who would

[@themockingjay94]

When it's con crunch time, I always get distracted watching videos like this instead of actually working

[@jihoonsjisoo7870]

SAME

[@lucijobgen5296]

HONESTLY THO

[@casperlavoid2984]

Of course, doesn't everyone? xD

[@pumpkinlightsfanservice9484]

Me rn honestly help I have four days

[@LyssInTheMidwest]

For real lmao

[@joelvill]

If you're a student, get your homework done right before the con starts cuz that shit obviously won't get done once the con is over! Sorry don't wanna sound like a lame mom haha

[@Bonita.Vampira_]

+Joel Villegas Also! Since the school year is almost ending, make sure you study for finals!!!!! (especially AP testing!), instead of working on your cosplay!!

[@joelvill]

word! ;)

[@YandereChanLOVE101]

+Joel Villegas Most of the time I forget because of the con

[@Bonita.Vampira_]

Guys just one more month left!!! Make sure you plan out your time wisely! Example: doing hw / studying for quizzes/exams (Especially finals!! And if you're still going to take an AP assessment, study for that too!), College deadlines!! (enrolling in classes, sending things in, etc), personal time, and then cosplay!! Just an old lil lady passing by here to help ya out! ('specially seniors!)

[@YandereChanLOVE101]

my finals are done

[@MetalWingedAlchemist]

Keep water within reach at all times. Your thirst doesn't follow a schedule and getting up to get water during a perfect get-shit-done vibe is a waste

[@TheCurseful]

words from a war hero returned

[@lolowcals]

"the next 5 costumes you have to finish in the next 72 hours" i know i haven't even been through a con crunch but that sentenced gave me anxiety bless anyone whose been through one.

[@TheFlauschig]

My advice for con-crunch: 1. Clothes/Outfit > props. Do your clothes first, then your fancy weapons (if you have both still unfinished). You can still be the character you want to be by wearing your outfit, but just walking around with a sword at the convention won't do the same for you. 2. Don't forget your attachments! This goes out to all armor-loving-people: Do not forget to plan some time for making the belts and strings that will hold your armor in place. Your stuff may look finished and making it may have been the major part of your work, but it still needs to be put on you somehow. Do not underestimate that. 3. Try to rather finish whole costumes, instead of forcing yourself to do 3 at the same time, with the risk of having 3 unfinished costumes, instead of maybe one or two who are actually wearable to the convention. Don't hesitate to give up on parts of your cosplay plans for the con crunch.

[@UwU_the_UwUer]

honestly, I've stopped con crunch. if I don't have it done a week before the con, I'm not wearing it.

[@MangoSirene]

+LadyAlizabith That's my new policy, too. At least, what I'm going to /aim/ for. xD

[@OpheliaCyber]

This is a very wise choice! I along with Mango seem to be wanting to do the same :)

[@sophiehoehnle3857]

I'M IN CON CRUNCH RN I TOLD MYSELF I WOULDN'T LET THIS HAPPEN I HAVE LIKE A WEEK

[@karkatisgay1291]

Sophie Hoehnle I FEEL YOU SEND HELP

[@pumpkinlightsfanservice9484]

I HAVE FOUR DAYS FOR A HIC COSPLAY HELP

[@sophiehoehnle3857]

Pumpkin Lights' Fanservice! OH BOI GOOD LUCK, IVE GOT LIKE 6 COSPLAYS TO FINISH IN 4 DAYS LMAO (W8 LIKE R U GOING TO SAKURACON?? CUZ THATS IN 4 OR 5 DAYS

[@pumpkinlightsfanservice9484]

Sophie Hoehnle MTAC actually, HELP MEEEE

[@sophiehoehnle3857]

Pumpkin Lights' Fanservice! OOOH I PRAY FOR U

[@50ShadesofFandom]

One way I'm trying to avoid con crunch this year is to have monthly craft hangouts at my place where I invite a bunch of friends and we essentially pressure each other into working on stuff - it's hard not to get things done when everyone around you is painting/sewing/wig styling/etc! Plus it's fun (and educational) to see how everyone works on their costumes!

[@andreasmith2472]

That's an awesome idea. I haven't tried that before, but I think that would definitely help me stay focused.

[@Grrimbark]

Am I the only one that finds Bubble baths more stressful than relaxing? I mean, trying to maneuver to get your head under water to wash your hair, getting soap in your eyes constantly, trying to avoid any body part being above water cause it's wayyy too cold, and the fear of falling asleep and hurting yourself.

[@shutituwu1622]

who washes their hair in a bubble bath tho?? i only wash my hair in showers

[@Grrimbark]

But you have to get your hair clean somehow! Its way too wasteful to drain a full tub of water and then run a shower just to wash your hair.

[@MangoSirene]

Just take your bubble bath on a day when you're not washing your hair. o____O (You shouldn't wash your hair every single day anyways, it's very damaging!)

[@DarkApocalyptiaX]

SSilversky agreed, if you're 6 foot 3" like me, baths are just not an option. no tub will be big enough for You. ever.

[@cherryrosslps240]

A way to help with Con crunch is: START EARLY I have a con in about two month and I already have my Mettaton Pecies cut and painted. Also instead of spending $100 dollars on a Soul Eater Evans costume, save that money for the con and use an alternative route called the Thrift Store. It helps alot. Trust me.

[@CullenDraws]

+JakeNeedsSeriousHelp hello fellow Mettaton x'D you're doing better than me, I have a con in about 3 weeks and the stuff I need to make the costume is gonna arrive this week.

[@cherryrosslps240]

+CullenDraws 😂 I have paint and glitter all over my floor but let me tell you it was worth it :P

[@cherryrosslps240]

***** Yes xD

[@pinkivixen3295]

UNDERTALE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (I love Mettaton)

[@astralstarchild2377]

About making sure you're eating: EAT SOME PROTEIN. Not just instant noodles. A bowl of salt won't help you. Get some chicken or eggs or beans or peanut butter or hell make a protein smoothie just make sure you get some protein

[@atlasd.7556]

Another tip is to order anything you need several months ahead of time. Nothing worst than having your cosplay done and you are just sitting ducks waiting for you wig to arrive in the mail. *cries*"WHEN WILL MY KANEKI WIG ARRIVE!"

[@buttercup_baby]

What fantastic timing you have. I just started my con crunch.

[@catasabbi7162]

One time I was making a very detailed Sneasel (Pokemon) costume, the convention was only 2 days away, I was too focused on another costume that I forgot about it. Since I had a ton of homework I had to do it at 11:00 PM. I told myself to take a break to eat and remember to sleep, but that didn't go as planned. I was so stressed about getting the costume done that I completely missed eating and sleeping and when I finished the costume it was 6 AM... It was the most frustrating cosplay I ever put together. But at least I got it done XD

[@YukiSilverFox72]

So basically this is finals week but with cosplay... oh boy...

[@MATAJADAN]

Word of advice- Planning for a con? Start as EARLY AS POSSIBLE. While not a convention thing, I was working on a big animation project. I started 6 months before the date I had to post it because I knew I'd procrastinate. And I still ended up spending the weekend before finishing it. The same goes with my cosplay, some friends and I are planning a week of cosplay towards the beginning of summer, and if you'll excuse me I need to go order my APH Ukraine wig because if I wait any longer, I'll be paying a small fortune for 2-day shipping on Amazon.

[@MATAJADAN]

Hey, remember when I said that thing earlier? Well, it's 11 days until said con, and I just ordered my wig today. For a completely different character. My sewing machine is out of alignment, I have play auditions, and rehearsals to do. I don't even really know how to sew, and I've got a pile of fabric sitting in front of me that is sadly not in the form of a costume. Whoops.

[@IzumiHanjinozuka]

I experienced con crunch for the first time when I made my Sebastian Michaelis cosplay. I know, doesn't sound too bad but get ready to have a heart attack: I didn't know how to use a sewing machine. It would be my first ever cosplay and my first ever convention. I was finishing the sleeves and sewing on buttons by hand the night before the con!

[@koji6745]

Izumi Hanjinozuka darling the usual thing is to finish it either 20 minutes before the con, or *during the con*

[@Animekippgirl]

The tip about knowing when to quit is so true. My first cosplay I ever made was Colette from Tales of Symphonia and I was trying to get her done the night before a con and by 1am I decided to leave her for another con. I was making mistakes and the blue trim I was attacking was getting sloppier and sloppier. So yeah which would you rather? The disappointment that you don't get to wear or the horror of walking around in a half a$$ed and rushed costume.

[@koji6745]

Animekippgirl rushed costumes for life its better than nothing

[@sasakihaise6610]

"finish yuu sword"

[@MangoSirene]

+sasaki haise guess what absolutely didn't happen :'))))

[@sasakihaise6610]

Aww that sucks

[@MiyaNoS2]

I wish I could like this a million times. My friends and I have been cosplaying on and off for about 10 years and the con crunch definitely creates unnecessary stress. I'm one of the few who actually likes to start my costumes at least a month or two in advance, but my friends all procrastinate until the week before. Sometimes I want to tell them that it's not fun being around them when they're running on 6 hours of sleep for the week and they're freaking out at every one and every thing, but I know that would lead to them spazzing out at me. As someone who deals with people who put themselves through con crunch all the time, PLEASE EAT AND GET SOME SLEEP. Your body, your friends, and everyone else at the convention will thank you.

[@Kanra2981]

When you started off saying 8 hours of sleep i was like ????????????

[@foxglove427]

This was so motivating to me after literally failing 3 times at making freaking pants because of fabric malfunctions. Thank you so much I really needed this!

[@Konecochan]

One thing I always do is make sure to send my friends progress. Sharing it (especially in a group project) can really boost each others moral and I find it helps me stay on track

[@JackieMeadow]

It took me a moment to realize the first part was meant to be satire! Awesome video! XD

[@tambourinevideos]

You are absolutely killing it with this look. That color coordination tho. A tip I have that I learned from watching a friend suffer just this last week is: Don't be afraid to ask for help. If you have some friends who don't have their own costumes to work on, ask if they can come over and help cut out a waistband or iron something for you while you do the bigger tasks, like sewing. My friend had to complete 6 skirts in one week and those skirts still wouldn't be done if they had been completely alone. Even if it's just picking you up some food or hanging out with you while you work, I think having someone around to keep you sane is a pretty good idea.

[@mileenaharleen5518]

I finished a corset and prop at 2:30am the same exact day of the convention... I know and experienced everything you said Mango xD... but it was worth it :)

[@nuirodriguez6382]

Do not abuse booster drinks, aka Monster, Red Bull, etc. Your liver will thank you

[@ArinBombastic]

Lol working in fast food with a dick boss is more likely yo kill my liver than con crunch(he wanted me to literally get things done by yesterday so I'd chug 3-4 monsters a day)

[@OodoriSummer]

I don't even experience Con Crunch I haven't even gone to my second convention yet Why am I watching this

[@rowantano6395]

+Oodori Summer Because you will experience it. I just went to my second con last november....and the con crunch was so bad. It's stressful. xD

[@freakingweird2516]

dont worry i havnt gone to my first.

[@Bonita.Vampira_]

+Oodori Summer My first convention, I had experienced Con Crunch. We were like 3 days away from it, and it was horrible. It's coming up again in about 3 or 4 months, and I know I should begin to work on it, but I'm probably not until a week before the con.

[@Callaru]

Those contacts look great on you! :)

[@frosty6205]

It's 1 am rn, my cosplay MUST be ready and wearable tomorrow. I still have to sew a dress, draft a cloak pattern, sew dat cloak, style a wig, do a makeup test, and get my props together, all while worrying about the other cosplay I need done in a couple of weeks but don't even have all the materials for yet. AAAAAHGHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHGHHHHHHGGHHHHHHHHHGGHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!

[@casperlavoid2984]

What funny is I usually get my costumes done the week before and then spend the next week panicking that I am missing something. Then I spend every minute having that guilty "I should be working on a costume" feeling in the pit of my stomach until the convention.

[@nataliesayshi14]

My favorite part about con crunch to do lists is the AMAZING satisfaction I feel as I cross something off. My list may have 95 things on it, and I may only have 4 days left, but once those black sharpie lines start covering my page it is the best feeling IN THE WORLD

[@alvichi]

Honestly this is so helpful not just for cosplay. Im always in artist alley and i do con crunch all the time. This con (next weekend) i actually spent time wayyyyy before to get everything together. Thanks for the tips!

[@ramsidepp]

I literally have 8 days until the only con I go to every year and I was experiencing con crunch HARD for like the last two weeks but thankfully I was able to swing my butt into gear and get my costume done and my friends' costumes almost done so we can all be happy at the con.

[@TheYellowGoggles]

I've got a con coming up this weekend and back in December I had an idea. A month or two ahead of time, put on some cosplay vlogs and get yourself hyped. Listen to your favorite soundtrack or re-watch the thing you're cosplaying from. Start your con-crunch a month early and see how much you can get done in that week. Don't run yourself into the ground of course, but try re-igniting that excitement well before the con rolls around so you can be motivated to finish it. If you're a worry-ridden workaholic like me, save a couple of small OPTIONAL projects for the week before. If your character has a prop they might carry but don't have to, save that for this time, that way you can keep yourself occupied but if you don't finish it, it's no big deal.

[@isabell_alexa1098]

So... I am in the middle of con crunch. Today I freaked out over two new techniques I never have worked with, I haven't eaten for at least 15 hours and the con starts the day after tomorrow without anything being finished. Guess I learned my lesson. But so far everything is turning out fine so... that's a plus.

[@azurekate_]

can't emphasize enough the importance of writing out to do lists or schedules. this is my first con crunch with a tiny planner and on each day i wrote out what i wanted to finish by that day, and i'd check off things as i finished them, and i have been so relaxed and confident this entire con crunch! back in January i had one of those horrific ones where i was crying every night and sewing in the hotel room AT the con and it was terrible. writing in a planner IS THE BEST

[@dia21534]

i'm not a super experienced cosplayer but i have been in a con crunch and getting help from others is really good. My mother helped me sewing the last parts of my costume because I wasn't that fast back then. We shared some tasks and I got my cosplay done in time AND i still had enough sleep for the convention that was ahead of me. Don't hesitate to ask for help it is not a shame if you haven't done your cosplay ENTIRELY by yourself!

[@peachymomo186]

Ahhh, this is wonderful, thank you, Mango! I just started my con crunch and I really need this, especially the "it's okay to make mistakes"

[@CherryHavoc]

You sort of touched on this, but when I make a to do list, I like to separate it into things I HAVE to do and things that I'd like to do. I often find my to do list halves because of this, as do my stress levels, when I realise that a bunch of the things left are desirables that can wait until next time.

[@Day-et3fm]

OMG THE MAKEUP AND OUTFIT LOOK SO MATCHING! The contacts and sweater match, and the wig makes them pop!

[@pandaz1229]

you posted this video just in time omg i literally have a con in a week and i still have to finish a huge prop and accessories but now im so motivated to work!! thank you so much

[@thegelibean]

The fact that sdcc is in two weeks and only one out of three of my costumes are done, gave me so much anxiety today, especially cuz I am also juggling jobs. This video really helped calm my nerves and honestly solved all my problems. Thank you for everything that you do, you're helping a lot of young cosplayers out there :)

[@insanimegamer]

In this video, mango's like "I'm done with con crunch" and proceeds to do katsu-crunch 2017 edition xD

[@MangoSirene]

"The best-laid plans of mice and men often go awry."

[@morayk8456]

Thank you so much for making this video. Con crunch is awful and it's too often that cosplayers forget to take a step back and not panic! It's hard to approach something stressful with such a level head, but this video really does help. (Having to bring hot glue and supplies to a hotel room should never have to happen!)

[@Nickle4aPickle]

From my fiancé, Brian: I'm getting ready for a gaming convention, and have been freaking out about my DnD campaign that I'm going to be running at it. Almost all of your tips in this video not only apply t o my hobby, but ARE SO HELPFUL. THANK YOU!

[@avengeroffallenrhyme9620]

I'm crying this is great. So peaceful until then.

[@chrystalmckenzie1941]

your makeup is perfect and this video was actually really helpful :)

[@littlebeeandnutmeg6395]

Awesome video Nina :D My biggest tip to go along with con crunch is prioritise! When making a list of all the things you need to do, put them in order of most important to least important! That way you can get the bulk of your costume done without spending time you don't have on small details. Small details come after eating, sleeping and hygiene

[@teddy-1965]

con crunch is addictive. Every con I spend the week before frantically working on my/my siblings' costume while shooing away cats and dogs, with netflix playing in the background. Fortunately I'm pretty good at taking care of myself until the day before the con. I usually spend the morning of the convention finishing costume pieces and sewing on the drive there XD

[@TeyrianTimelord10]

My best con crunch tip: have a friend! Misery loves company and it's great when someone can help you out, keep you on track, and remind you to eat.

[@zachariahbenknox7785]

I found that while having a cosplay workshop with friends is fun it can really slow you down! So don't except to get a whole lot done.

[@SNAILzebra]

this is why I feel too different from other cosplayers haha. I always planned my costume usually a year or so in advance unless I know it can be done in a week. that way I avoid con crunch because I ain't got time to freak over a costume lol

[@jodineutron]

-Amazon Prime's free 2-day shipping can save your life, and their "buy with one click" button also tends to be a blessing (and sometimes a curse).

[@JoHasIssues]

I don't even cosplay, I just watch your videos because your voice is so calming

[@EllaMuersofNerdfighteria]

W00T NEW MANGO VIDEO!!! I am literally the worst procrastinator... in everything. Especially cons. This really helped and was hilarious as usual xD. Thank you so much for this video!

[@TheTasuneImputator]

I have really bad anxiety, last minute stuff like a crunch is too much for me to handle mentally, I dont mind doing a few last minute touches, but I'm def one of those people, if it's not done by con season, I'll set it aside for next con season.

[@dandadamo4299]

I just found your channel and I'm loving it. I just binged all of your Cosplay 101 videos. I just went through my first con crunch and I'm so glad it's a thing and I'm not the only one who experiences it. I didn't discover this video in time to help with my last con crunch but I am still glad I found it and can totally sympathize with this.

[@somerandonamedz9991]

Me pre first con “I’m not going to have con crunch, I got this!” Me now “AAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHH”

[@warpedelvencosplay]

I had to make a 707 jacket within a night before my convention. Literally the last waking moment I had before the convention was spent hot gluing the orange cut outs, because my hand stitching ripped out. Fun time.

[@Steel_blade_alchemist]

And this is why I get ready a month before I think I have to for conventions

[@cielphantomhive8373]

That moment when it's one week before the con, your wig STILL hasn't arrived yet!! I'm dead inside

[@TheDarkravengirl]

watching your videos always gets me motivated! You're amazing. Thank you for all your hard work

[@freakboymakeup1357]

All the tips will definitely help me next week ,thanks

[@agletdontforgetit]

That outfit/makeup/wig is so cute! All of it together is adorable! This video was very helpful, so thank you.

[@purelyhistrionic5533]

Couldn't have come at a better time! This season is sooooo crazy. Thank you thank you thank you!!!

[@LilithImmaculate97]

start early!!! I started my own cosplay about 10 months ago (and it's not finished yet...) because i knew i would get caught up in work and college and i have four other costumes to make at the same time it wont hurt if you take a month break after a con and start on next years cosplay. trust me

[@queenryan7480]

uploaded right while im procrastinating during con crunch

[@DarkOne241]

You gave some great advice Mango, definitely gonna share this video with my best friend and some others who make their own cosplay costumes as I'm sure it will be helpful to them.

[@zweihanding3348]

Planning to crunch for May so glad to hear this now rather than later :) thanks Mango as ever for the helpful advice

[@orianatheokas8656]

This is great like two weeks before anime Boston 👌🏻 you get me! And these are super great tips for cosplay crunching! Thanks so much! Another tip is if you know your going to hammer out your cosplay in the hotel room Friday night don't be afraid to leave the con early on Friday to give yourself more time, this is usually the cheapest day and normally super dead! Good luck!

[@batbait3514]

Thank you Mango this is really good advice! Im currently going though a con-crunch right now and this video is really helpful

[@kirenprops]

I'm already having nightmares of not finishing my cosplays for Anime North and having to resort to wearing my old homestuck cosplays all weekend ;-;

[@kristinpayne3630]

Con crunch is the real deal, we arrived at our hotel at 3 am for Denver Comic Con this year due to our procrastination the night before. It's the smallest little things that add up and consume the most time at the end of a costume. Definitely a learning experience.

[@kamip.7678]

I am in Con crunch at the moment with 1 week left and I decided to completely redo my Chibitalia cosplay from scratch ~_~

[@ninjadakitteh]

this was great, im currently in the middle of con crunch and making 2 cosplays, this really does help guys!

[@katherinec157]

I've encountered two con-crunches, plus a Halloween crunch. One thing that always helps is having a good work area. Working somewhere loud, where you know you're going to be distracted is a huge hindrance. Also try and keep your space clean. I have spent time looking for fabric, paint brushes, papers, pins and so much stuff in the mess I had created.

[@rhythmrainbow]

Eyes and sweater look amazing together by the way. ^_^

[@iStoIeUrSwag]

I'm in con crunch right now! I'm going to a huge con two weeks from now and am working on armor for Saber from the Fate series. I have her sword completed, panels cut sealed and ready to paint, a template for her chest armor and haven't started the gauntlets yet since I'm on spring break and will need help from a friend to get them to fit my hand (hard to make them when you have to wear one XD). I've accepted the reality my gauntlets might not be finished in time but everything has gone somewhat smoothly so far since I'm using familiar materials. Wish me luck!

[@RoarShikana]

I utterly failed at Saber's armour last year and ended up giving up and just going in the blue dress (which I had a LOT of help with). I'm trying armour again this year with Erza from Fairy Tail since the breastplate is more straightforward. Best of luck with your armour :D

[@iStoIeUrSwag]

Thank you! Good luck with Erza's armor as well :)

[@jamieeliseconnor]

I don't leave my costumes to the last minute that often but when I do I have some good music playing that I can sing and bounce along to, something that's fast paced and have a good beat and good lyrics. I also make sure to have no distractions around me mainly Facebook or Instagram

[@lauphenstaar]

I love your makeup in this video!! Would you ever/have you ever done a makeup tutorial for cosplay makeup?

[@PANCAKECRAB1]

Purple looks really good on you! Haven't had a con crunch yet cause I work on my cosplay little by little everyday for 4 months before a convention but thanks for the tips if i ever get a con crunch

[@alaskacosplay]

I actually struggled through con crunch and I once did not sleep for one week straight hand sewing hems and fitting mockups of my victorian gowns, draping the tailored jackets, boning corsets with hundreds of rows of plastic bones and beading my chokers to death with pearls and crystals so I can stand out and my gowns looked amazing even in a short time space.

[@sae5378]

This is too true in my case! Thank you for the advice.

[@kendralynn5134]

Currently going through con crunch, so these tips are super helpful! You actually reminded me that I haven't eaten today, so thank you lol!

[@olive9514]

My tip is to figure out which cons you're going to that year and map out the coses asap, do it early!!

[@awhite1230]

another good tip is to ask for help: either from friends or family ask them if things look okay, if they have any ideas for why something isn't working , is there something else you could use instead of a certain material.

[@lemonbread5762]

Mango Senpai has the best advice!

[@hails_rosy1832]

WHEN UR IN CON CRUNCH RN AND HAVE SEWING+ARMOR TO DO BUT CANT TAKE A SHORT CUT AND HOT GUN CAUSE U ENTERED THE MASQUERADE KRI

[@srmthfgsaveseason]

I literally JUST finished con crunch today, great timing XD hahaha great video learned a lot! 😘

[@akumahimeotaku]

If you do end up losing sleep over your cosplay, just... Get to bed the days of the con. Yes there are fun panels that are late, but there are also fun things during the day like interacting with people instead of dragging yourself across the con floor. Yay sleep!

[@goodknightmarcy]

You lost me when you said "be sure to get eight hours of sleep" 😂 Even though I have four weeks to finish my Samus armor for ECCC, it already feels like con crunch because there are so many separate pieces to work on 😭. Also a piece of advice I can give (or maybe I'm just weird) but I really like putting on a face mask while I'm working on my cosplay. It's multitasking by helping the face of future me and I also time it around breaks and meals (i.e. when the mask dries I'll have a snack or a meal after I'm done washing it off).

[@copicreatives7201]

I recently went to a big convention, and I wore the first costume I patterned and sewed completely by myself, needless to say, I was in MASSIVE con crunch! 7ft scythe+ a crazy coat, was not too fun. BUT, with the help of my parents, I was able to get my scythe and shoes done! (Thanks parents!) and the costume (thankfully) didn't fall apart while I was walking! So another tip: Don't go it alone!

[@maskedfoxx7173]

The most motivating thing that ever happened to me was when I had a nightmare about wearing my unfinished costume at a masquerade contest. I was stalling so hard on my costume because basically everything was a brand new technique to me and I was scared of messing up so I worked really effing slow. In the nightmare I literally had to hold my costume on to keep it from falling off. Also the bathroom where I was putting on my makeup was haunted. A horrifying wake up call indeed.

[@conor8185]

I agree with this. If you only have a day to finish your practically un-started cosplay. It's okay to go to the con without a cosplay.

[@SipsiNekku]

Also you should put your effort more on the parts that are important. Like, you can still use the costume if you didn't finish the prop, but you cant wear it if you don't get pants done even if you have super amazing prop

[@romanhill263]

Oh the con crunch, I've mostly gotten myself out of the habit of last minute when it comes to cosplay but I know a certain someone who could use this advice. She's always recruiting me for her con crunches! This was great, like i said I'm gonna try and avoid the con crunch this PCC but only time will tell. I may have to refer back to this video....

[@ArtbyTuna]

productivity as addictive... interesting. that gives me a lot to think about. awesome vid mango!

[@MangoSirene]

+Tuna Vlogs It definitely can be! It's easy for me to get caught up in the satisfaction of checking things off a to-do list that I forget to eat, neglect my sleep schedule, etc. It's okay to leave some things unchecked if it means you get to rest!