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@downencreative.bsky.social

Maker, workshop host, author of Cosplayer’s Ultimate Guide to EVA Foam! Founder of SheProp β€οΈπŸ§‘πŸ’›πŸ’šπŸ©΅πŸ’œπŸ€Ž DownenCreativeStudios.com SheProp.com

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Ahh love it!

20.02.2026 05:11 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I have three projects happening behind the scenes, and I’m not posting lots of WIPs because the world is heavy right now. I need my hobby for mental health, but not deadlines. πŸ₯°

20.02.2026 00:22 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
WATCH: Philadelphia lawmakers introduce 'ICE Out' legislation to restrict federal operations in city
YouTube video by PBS NewsHour WATCH: Philadelphia lawmakers introduce 'ICE Out' legislation to restrict federal operations in city

The City of Philadelphia has introduced legislation to limited ICE in the city. The Federal Agents can not be masked, must have ID visible, must have arrested warrants signed by federal judges. They can't attack people. If they can't do this, they will be arrested.
youtu.be/i5Yvg_HHfbE?...

28.01.2026 15:47 β€” πŸ‘ 23899    πŸ” 6962    πŸ’¬ 917    πŸ“Œ 621
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Here’s the Rose City Comic Con workshop schedule! I’m not at a booth this year, so come hang out and l will teach you some really cool things! (Some of my classes will even take home a signed copy of my book! πŸ‘€)
checkout.conventions.leapevent.tech/eh/Rose_City...

18.08.2025 14:01 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Cosplay tip for getting perfectly sanded beveled edges on EVA foam: use masking tape as a sanding guide!

18.05.2025 19:28 β€” πŸ‘ 22    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Fluffy grey and white cat is sleeping on a heated pad. Her little pink toes are very floofy.

Fluffy grey and white cat is sleeping on a heated pad. Her little pink toes are very floofy.

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My heart is made of pink beans and majestic floof ❀️🐾😻🫢

17.03.2025 05:29 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

I am SO freaking excited to be part of this! I have loved this challenge ever since it started and I can’t wait to get started reviewing all of the tutorials! This is SO exciting!

12.03.2025 02:49 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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One of my goals this year is to finally learn machine embroidery, and it’s finally happening! Join me for a FREE virtual tour and tutorial of Cosplay Stitchery by DIME on Saturday, March 15th! Participants get a free embroidery file for joining! inspiredbydime.com/products/cos...

03.03.2025 22:02 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

True story πŸ˜‚

03.03.2025 19:52 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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17 year old me had some artistic dreams, but she couldn’t have imagined the crazy stuff that has happened since I started making costumes and props!

Costume created by me
Costume design: @mattgrigsby.bsky.social
OG Photo: @downenphotography.bsky.social
Product: Craft by @plastidip.bsky.social

15.02.2025 01:11 β€” πŸ‘ 17    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 1

Lots of favorites in this photo! 😻

05.02.2025 21:18 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Started playing Stray last night and my heart is happier for it. 😻❀️

28.01.2025 14:21 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Hello to everyone that is slowly emerging from a long period of burnout. I see you, and I am cheering you on.

21.01.2025 15:20 β€” πŸ‘ 25    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

The longest I’ve ever waited to unpack a bag was probably four months. I travel with a lot of table display and workshop stuff so I knew it wasn’t clothes πŸ˜‡β€¦ but there’s currently a bag from HolMat that stares at me daily πŸ˜‚

21.01.2025 13:56 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Black and white photo of Martin Luther King, Jr. with quote "We must learn that passively to accept an unjust system is to cooperate with that system, and thereby to become a participant in its evil." the quote is attributed to Martin Luther King, Jr. In the photo, Dr. King is wearing a suit and tie, standing at a podium speaking.

Black and white photo of Martin Luther King, Jr. with quote "We must learn that passively to accept an unjust system is to cooperate with that system, and thereby to become a participant in its evil." the quote is attributed to Martin Luther King, Jr. In the photo, Dr. King is wearing a suit and tie, standing at a podium speaking.

Martin Luther King, Jr. fought to end our nation's deliberate neglect and abuse of Black Americans. He was relentlessly targeted by our government for his views and pursuit of equality.

At this pivotal moment, we honor his legacy by fighting injustice in all its forms, with everything we've got.

20.01.2025 14:34 β€” πŸ‘ 1411    πŸ” 478    πŸ’¬ 18    πŸ“Œ 26

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20.01.2025 15:33 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

What’s the longest you’ve left your bags after a convention before unpacking? Asking for a friend…

19.01.2025 19:19 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 5    πŸ“Œ 0

I ❀️❀️❀️❀️❀️❀️❀️ U! Thank you so much- I know you understand πŸ˜‡πŸ˜‡πŸ˜‡

19.01.2025 18:54 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

I finally got around to adding the @sheprop.bsky.social community! I’ll be sharing the works of our members and allies as often as my spoons will allow ❀️. Please come find us and say hello!

18.01.2025 22:44 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Back at it again with a new design for an upcoming easy craft-along workshop! This is 6mm eva foam laser cut with a design inspired by BG3 πŸ’œπŸŽ²

16.01.2025 15:54 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Just a couple of photos from my axe propmaking workshops I did for Holiday Matsuri and Rose City Comic Con. I love teaching project-based classes!

Turning a 1-day build into a teachable 2-hour build is a good challenge. These are super fun and students learn a lot about working with foam and tools!

13.01.2025 15:44 β€” πŸ‘ 13    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

One day we will meet in person! β€οΈπŸ™Œβ€οΈ

13.01.2025 04:51 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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See you at Megacon in February! I am very excited to meet you all! πŸ™Œβ€οΈπŸ’₯

07.01.2025 16:40 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Delicious details! I am in love with these photos by @aleestudios.bsky.social πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯

27.11.2024 19:09 β€” πŸ‘ 68    πŸ” 10    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 0

It’s definitely been working a lot these days 😊

25.11.2024 00:37 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I’m diving back into my industrial design background to make cool packaging for my upcoming workshops. Labor intensive? Yes. Fun for me? Also yes.

24.11.2024 23:16 β€” πŸ‘ 12    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
A collage showing 3 stages of the making of a cosplay breastplate for Liara from Mass Effect. The first stage is the EVA foam base, second is primed with detailed engraved, and third is painted and weathered.

A collage showing 3 stages of the making of a cosplay breastplate for Liara from Mass Effect. The first stage is the EVA foam base, second is primed with detailed engraved, and third is painted and weathered.

A photo of the cut pattern pieces laid out onto the floor for a cosplay jacket for Liara from Mass Effect

A photo of the cut pattern pieces laid out onto the floor for a cosplay jacket for Liara from Mass Effect

Raw 3D prints of various buckles and small armor pieces for a cosplay of Liara from Mass Effect. They are laid out onto a gridded table.

Raw 3D prints of various buckles and small armor pieces for a cosplay of Liara from Mass Effect. They are laid out onto a gridded table.

Photo of the jacket and breastplate of a Liara cosplay from Mass Effect assembled onto a mannequin

Photo of the jacket and breastplate of a Liara cosplay from Mass Effect assembled onto a mannequin

~MAKING OF LIARA~

Some WIPs of how I made my Liara cosplay! The breastplate, gauntlets, & leg armor are all EVA foam, but I 3D modeled & printed the biceps, shoe armor, & various buckles. The carbon fiber pattern was airbrushed on with leather paint & a stencil.

#cosplay #masseffect #liara

22.11.2024 16:37 β€” πŸ‘ 24    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Woahhhh that’s so cool!

22.11.2024 17:14 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I’ll be hosting two workshops at Holiday Matsuri this year! Tickets and more details will be announced soon.

21.11.2024 16:47 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Posting a random prop photo every day, Day 5/?

Classic Silver Age Ant-Man helmet, with real tri-chrome plating. The one that started the whole chrome deal.

20.11.2024 05:08 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0