A Weekend to Remember
We had an amazing time at Anime Frontier 2024! From engaging with attendees to witnessing the cosplay magic on stage, this event was truly one for the books. Anime Frontier continues to be a hub of creativity, craftsmanship, and community, and we were thrilled to be part of it.
Connecting with the Cosplay Community
We loved having our booth at the event! It was an absolute joy to meet both new and returning customers who stopped by to talk shop and share their projects. One of the highlights for us was the opportunity to discuss how you all use our high-quality fabrics for your cosplay creations. Seeing the excitement on your faces when finding that perfect piece of fabric for an upcoming project made our weekend even better.
We also brought along some scrap fabrics, which turned out to be a hit! It’s always fulfilling when someone finds exactly what they need to bring their creative vision to life.
Meeting Other Vendors
Another wonderful part of the weekend was connecting with other vendors and learning about their businesses. The cosplay community is such a collaborative and inspiring space, and it’s fantastic to see so much support for artists, crafters, and creators.
Cosplay Contest: A Night of Talent and Artistry
Saturday was the highlight of Anime Frontier, with the Cosplay Contest kicking off in the evening. The energy in the room was electric, from the enthusiastic crowd to the entertaining MC and the flawless DJ set. Hats off to LeftField Media and the Anime Frontier team for delivering their best production yet!
The contestants absolutely blew us away with their talent, and we had a blast placing our bets on the winners. To our delight, we even guessed a few right! Congratulations to all the participants who put their heart and soul into their performances and craftsmanship.
Here’s the full list of winners from this incredible night:
🏆 Judges Awards:
Judges Award (Stitch Crimes): Spyro the Dragon as Spyro the Dragon
Judges Award (Cutie Pie Sensei): imitationicarus as Madara Uchiha
Judges Award (Knovice Cosplay): Fishcrafts as Gwimbly
🥇 Best of the Best:
Best Kid: Emily as Yuffie Kisaragi
Beginner Craftsmanship Runner-Up: Lambunss as Alastor
Best Beginner Craftsmanship: Zuzubell & Lycorislace as Sebek Zigvolt & Malleus Draconia
Beginner Performance Runner-Up: OliveGardenCos and Mio_c0s from Sk8
Best Beginner Performance: Draxxisa as The Grinch
Intermediate Craftsmanship Runner-Up: TurtledTwig as Kurama the Nine-Tailed Beast (Original Design)
Best Intermediate Craftsmanship: Smoulder the Dragon as Cherry Pie
Intermediate Performance Runner-Up: SailorNomi & VioletMasque as Howl & Sophie
Best Intermediate Performance: Metal Petal as Madoka Kaname and Homura Akemi
Advanced Craftsmanship Runner-Up: Maeviary as Prince Siegfried
Best Advanced Craftsmanship: Savfyre and Chimeryx as Carlo and Sophia
Advanced Performance Runner-Up: Destinesia as Makima
Best Advanced Performance: MelPool Cosplay as Project Voltage Grass Trainer Hatsune Miku
Best in Show: Kieshar & Las Banditias as Cloud Strife
Why Fabric Matters in Cosplay
At the heart of every winning cosplay lies the perfect fabric. Whether you’re crafting an elegant gown, designing armor details, or sewing a statement piece, your choice of materials can make or break your final look. Fabric not only defines the visual impact but also influences comfort, durability, and performance during contests and photoshoots.
Popular Fabric Choices for Cosplayers:
Stretch Fabrics – Ideal for bodysuits and form-fitting designs (e.g., spandex and lycra).
Satin and Silk Blends – Perfect for flowing dresses and delicate details.
Worbla & Thermoplastics – Combine with fabrics for armor and structural builds.
Faux Leather & Suede – Great for texture-rich projects.
Velvet & Brocade – Adds luxury and shine to royal and fantasy costumes.
At Anime Frontier, we were inspired to see so many of these fabrics expertly incorporated into breathtaking designs.
Thank You, Anime Frontier Team!
We want to extend a massive thank you to the Anime Frontier team and LeftField Media for hosting such a spectacular event. You made us feel welcomed, supported, and part of something truly special.
To all the talented cosplayers, vendors, and attendees – thank you for sharing your passion and creativity. We can’t wait to see what you come up with next!
