Psyduck Cosplay Dress

Blasting one of my Star Wars soundtracks late into Monday evening, we finally finished my duck dress.  (Note to self - stop waiting until the last minute to do these things!)

Of course, we didn't follow the directions exactly, and I ran out of time and didn't make the jacket.  I am now in search of a yellow cardigan (looks straight at Cardi - "May I wear you please??") to cover my flabby arms.  It is kind of depressing to compare myself today with Penga of last year.  There's about a 15 pound difference. No one to blame but myself there, haha.

I also need to find some yellow leggings, though I do have a brown pair if yellow isn't possible.  I don't want to accidentally moon my guests, and I hate having to remember to be lady-like while lounging around on the couch.  Any leads, shoppy ladies?

When my gather stitch thread broke while putting the skirt together, we decided to pleat the whole thing instead.  Easier, really.

And I totally have to use fashion tape on the top since my chest shows when I bend over.  I don't know if that's the fault of the pattern or myself, but will probably err on the side of bad-sewing.

Overall, I really like the dress.  It's bouncy and fun to hop around in.  The material is super cheapy (broadcloth - which translates to "the least expensive stuff in the fabric store"), but I still think it's better quality than a store bought Halloween costume.  I will definitely save for future conventions, and hopefully duck it out a little bit more in the meantime.  I could use a blond wig, and a tail, for instance!