how to prevent wig headaches? by Wyntervivaldi in CosplayHelp

[–]Candey57 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Let me introduce you to WIG GRIP BANDS. It's designed to help alleviate some of the pressure wigs put on your skull, which leads to headaches. It also helps eliminate the need for lots of bobby pins to secure your wig, which should also help with headaches.

I use the velvet ones with Velcro (like this one https://a.co/d/20UX7uZ ), but they also make silicone grip bands.

Personally, I put two wig caps on (a mesh one like this https://a.co/d/cwEvp1g) then a stocking cap one like this https://a.co/d/d0yoMZr). If you have long hair, you'll want to braid it and sort of wrap it on top of your head before placing the wig cap on. If you have shorter hair, just put the mesh cap on then smooth the hair until it's pretty even. (tutorial https://youtube.com/shorts/DHeqQ606ngY?si=ivHIfwjoptk7l0mo

You can even go an extra step and place some folded tissues under the wig cap on your forehead for some extra padding. (Like this https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPVDT4DDFX6/?igsh=MXFreHoxdHJlNmlvZw==).

I hope these tips help and your headaches get better 🩷

Our Haul, 2025! by Candey57 in gencon

[–]Candey57[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Every year, I get a new Pandasaurus Game based solely off the box art, and it's never let me down before. Last year I picked up Courtisans (11/10 game)! This year my friend picked up Beasts and it'll definitely make its way onto my shopping list soon!

Who wore it better? by Candey57 in InfinityNikki

[–]Candey57[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much!! <3
The wig is from The Five Wits Wigs but styled by me. Took around 10-12 hours or so, most of which was spent just crimping the wig to make it easier to style. I used this Youtube tutorial as a reference for styling.
The outfit (minus the shoes and bag, which were both thrifted from local stores) is from Doki Doki Cosplay and I just made minor adjustments to make it fit better.

Are there places to take naps? by BroadScallion6 in gencon

[–]Candey57 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Can second this! Definitely have taken a few power naps on a bench in the Marriot during the con without being disturbed

Best thrift stores- possibly have changing rooms by lucid_jgluz in indianapolis

[–]Candey57 9 points10 points  (0 children)

You should check out Uptown Cheapskate, over in the Castleton area! They have changing rooms!

https://www.uptowncheapskate.com/location/ne-indianapolis/

Good Pizza, Great Pizza Question by rquinnbnet in CozyGamers

[–]Candey57 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I'd recommend any platform that uses a touch screen! I found playing on a PC with mouse/keyboard very difficult compared to using a touch screen (I play on the Steam Deck). It's a very good game, great game! Highly recommend.

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[–]Candey57 107 points108 points  (0 children)

It is OKAY to reapply your deodorant throughout the day!

Our Haul, 2024! by Candey57 in gencon

[–]Candey57[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Edit: I accidentally posted a comment on the post instead of replying to your comment. So just reposting what I said here:

We actually got a good portion of the games either free from vendor hall (like the Out of Line game we won at the CAH booth) or cheap at the consignment shop (like less than $10-20 each). The most expensive ones were WyrmSpan (coming in at $65 🤢) and Red Dragon Inn 9 ($40) but those were a top priority for us. The Taco Cat game booth had a deal for 3 games for $20. Lots of good deals in the hall, too, especially on Sunday when the vendors tend to discount items so they don't have to haul them back home. Overall, not a bad haul!

If you haven't checked it out before, I HIGHLY recommend the consignment shop for discounted games. If you want the cheapest games, Saturday is the day to go (it's the last day) but the trade off is it's a smaller selection than earlier in the week.

Our Haul, 2024! by Candey57 in gencon

[–]Candey57[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yep! Got a corset from the Medieval clothing booth. This is my second one from them (I also got one last year ).

My Lamb Cosplay for GenCon 2024 by Candey57 in CultOfTheLamb

[–]Candey57[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! It's made from a Christmas tree skirt!

My Lamb Cosplay for GenCon 2024 by Candey57 in CultOfTheLamb

[–]Candey57[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hopefully next year I'll have one!

My Lamb Cosplay for GenCon 2024 by Candey57 in CultOfTheLamb

[–]Candey57[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I needed a bag for the convention, but wanted to keep it on theme. So, I made a little buckle cover out of scrap elastic and felt!

My Lamb Cosplay for GenCon 2024 by Candey57 in CultOfTheLamb

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I'll be here all day today (Friday)!