Mike Bielaczyc, Author at Aradani

A couple of snazzy comic book costumes

January 15, 2011 by Mike Bielaczyc

So it seems that yesterday a couple of super heroes decided to show off their new duds. First is a very lanky and textured spiderman. Pretty cool looking, and a little grungier than i am used to seeing spiderman. And the next is the Entertainment Weekly release of the new Captain America costume: I really … Read more

New Ebay Sales – Steampunk Coats

January 12, 2011 by Mike Bielaczyc

Last year I went on a shopping spree to find as many perfect double breasted Pea Coats I could find. I ended up with seven and have 3 of them for sale now on our ebay site. These would be great for sherlock Holmes or Steampunk costumes. Click the image below to check them out!

Princess Zelda and Dark Link Costumes in motion

January 12, 2011 by Mike Bielaczyc

Got a link to this video with some great Zelda costumes and it looks like all the cosplayers are wearing our ears. These are some really great costumes, and seeing them on video is even more impressive.

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January 12, 2011 by Mike Bielaczyc

It looks like 2011 will have some awesome movies.

A ton of old faces for the new Hobbit Films

January 12, 2011 by Mike Bielaczyc

It has been announced that Elijah Wood, Andy Serkis, Christopher Lee, and most importantly Sir Ian McKellen as Gandalf will all bt returning to Middle Earth for the upcoming Hobbit films. I am unsure how I feel about all these cameos in the films, but as long as it is done well, I think it … Read more

Great Start for a Tron Costume

January 10, 2011 by Mike Bielaczyc

As I get ready to start my own version of a Grid Program, I found this jacket which is not only really cool, but also a good price. If I had not already purchased a jacket to build from, I would probably have bought this one. Click the image to jump to the site.

Dragon Age 2 – Hawke Costume Tutorial

January 9, 2011 by Mike Bielaczyc

I have started on both my costume for Hawke from Dragon Age II, and started on the step by step tutorial for the costume. I will keep the frontpage updated as I add things to the article. ** above concept art is not by me. but i will be posting some of my own sketches.

Mike’s Costume Goals 2011

January 7, 2011 by Mike Bielaczyc

Ok, so here is my line up of costumes for 2011 so far: Finish and tweak my Lobo costume Tron “Casual” Jacket . I want this to be a light up tron style grid jacket, but something I can wear in everyday use. Dragon Age 2 – Hawke Starcraft 2 – Terran Marine Maybe – … Read more

Elijah Wood pulling out his hairy feet again!

January 7, 2011 by Mike Bielaczyc

The One ring.net reported today that Elijah Wood could be Frodo again in the upcoming Hobbit movies! Spoilers ahead, so only click the image if you want to be spoiled!

New Masks – Female Alien Mask

January 6, 2011 by Mike Bielaczyc

Just added a female alien mask. It was a custom commission for a friend, but it should fit most women and some men (it is a smaller size). It is offered in both a silicone and a latex version. I am working on the article showing how it was made, which should be published later … Read more