No matter if you make your costume from scratch or buy it pre-made, you are still a cosplayer. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise. We all start from somewhere!
Don't gatekeep a hobby that's supposed to be fun! Let people enjoy what they do regardless if they made it or not!
Don't gatekeep a hobby that's supposed to be fun! Let people enjoy what they do regardless if they made it or not!
There are so many factors that play into if a person has the access to create a costume from scratch. Money, time, physical disabilities, a good workspace, ect. Hell sometimes you just don't feel like making one! And that's ok! That's why buying costumes is awesome!
Bought costume quality has gone up a LOT since I started! Even I'm blown away at how great bought costumes look now a days! So if you wanna buy your costume, DO IT! If you wanna make it, DO IT! Do whatever makes YOU happy!
Never shame someone for buying instead of making
Never shame someone for buying instead of making

The Sirfetch'd sword and shield were made my by bb @JessicaNigri! She made them for her own Sirfetch'd and gave them to me to use! I cherish them always uwu
