Lady Cels
@ladycels.bsky.social
Award Winning Maker/Cosplayer
Craftsmanship Judge, Educator
Booking: ladycels.cosplay@gmail.com
Next: Magfest
Craftsmanship Judge, Educator
Booking: ladycels.cosplay@gmail.com
Next: Magfest
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Lady Cels
@ladycels.bsky.social
· Nov 8
Greetings!
I'm Lady Cels! A Maryland-based cosplayer/costumer who has a passion for teaching!
Photo Credits:
She-ra and Mothra -
@amiephotos.bsky.social
Milotic/Flower Knight - @adoylible.bsky.social
Witch Link - bryantcoxphotography
Strawberry Shortcake - bradbehlesphoto
I'm Lady Cels! A Maryland-based cosplayer/costumer who has a passion for teaching!
Photo Credits:
She-ra and Mothra -
@amiephotos.bsky.social
Milotic/Flower Knight - @adoylible.bsky.social
Witch Link - bryantcoxphotography
Strawberry Shortcake - bradbehlesphoto
Now that the top is done, time for the skirt.
Well, only part of it's a skirt. My vision is to make these secret pants, complete with pockets! But the top most tier will be a skirt. It's weird, but having fun with the challenge of it.
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Well, only part of it's a skirt. My vision is to make these secret pants, complete with pockets! But the top most tier will be a skirt. It's weird, but having fun with the challenge of it.
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
November 17, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Now that the top is done, time for the skirt.
Well, only part of it's a skirt. My vision is to make these secret pants, complete with pockets! But the top most tier will be a skirt. It's weird, but having fun with the challenge of it.
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Well, only part of it's a skirt. My vision is to make these secret pants, complete with pockets! But the top most tier will be a skirt. It's weird, but having fun with the challenge of it.
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Got the skirt layers pin to check the drape, gonna need to add some darts in but I'm very happy with the level of sparkle we have going on.
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
November 14, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Got the skirt layers pin to check the drape, gonna need to add some darts in but I'm very happy with the level of sparkle we have going on.
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Time to start on the skirt bling. It's always super difficult to be random in the placement of rhinestones, but having them in different sizes helps a bit.
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
November 10, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Time to start on the skirt bling. It's always super difficult to be random in the placement of rhinestones, but having them in different sizes helps a bit.
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
We got a waistband going now! Originally, I was going to do a side zipper, but testing how I could get in/out of the cosplay I swapped instead to a stretchy shirring panel as a godet on the side. Much more comfortable now!
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
November 7, 2025 at 2:07 PM
We got a waistband going now! Originally, I was going to do a side zipper, but testing how I could get in/out of the cosplay I swapped instead to a stretchy shirring panel as a godet on the side. Much more comfortable now!
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
It's starting to look more like a top now! I used stretch Satin for comfort, though it needs a lot of steaming still. But it provides a nice base for the top!
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
November 3, 2025 at 2:02 PM
It's starting to look more like a top now! I used stretch Satin for comfort, though it needs a lot of steaming still. But it provides a nice base for the top!
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Halloween always became lazy night, and this year is no different!. At home, corny Halloween specials, apple cider in hand. I look at the effort I put into cons and just... NOPE, not tonight.
Time to curl up and stay cozy. Any other cosplayers joining me?
Winifred 📸 @munchkin_photos
Time to curl up and stay cozy. Any other cosplayers joining me?
Winifred 📸 @munchkin_photos
October 31, 2025 at 1:47 PM
Halloween always became lazy night, and this year is no different!. At home, corny Halloween specials, apple cider in hand. I look at the effort I put into cons and just... NOPE, not tonight.
Time to curl up and stay cozy. Any other cosplayers joining me?
Winifred 📸 @munchkin_photos
Time to curl up and stay cozy. Any other cosplayers joining me?
Winifred 📸 @munchkin_photos
The over-engineered sleeves are almost done! Just need to go back and slip stitch the band lining in and steam them. But it was definitely a fun challenge figuring out where to anchor the wings so they had the look I wanted.
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
October 27, 2025 at 1:00 PM
The over-engineered sleeves are almost done! Just need to go back and slip stitch the band lining in and steam them. But it was definitely a fun challenge figuring out where to anchor the wings so they had the look I wanted.
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Getting everything figured out on the dressform, including those very overcomplicated sleeves. I added padding in a few places to keep the look while offsetting the weight of the wing panels.
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
October 24, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Getting everything figured out on the dressform, including those very overcomplicated sleeves. I added padding in a few places to keep the look while offsetting the weight of the wing panels.
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
One thing I absolutely love is a good clean bias tape finished with a slip stitch :D Got the rhinestones all glued in so assembly will be next!
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
October 20, 2025 at 1:09 PM
One thing I absolutely love is a good clean bias tape finished with a slip stitch :D Got the rhinestones all glued in so assembly will be next!
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
For the details, I decided to go with a combination of HTV and Rhinestones, for extra sparkle.
The bad news is I have to apply everything flat before I can assemble, so it'll take a bit of time to sit and apply each cut star and each rhinestone by hand.
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
The bad news is I have to apply everything flat before I can assemble, so it'll take a bit of time to sit and apply each cut star and each rhinestone by hand.
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
October 17, 2025 at 1:03 PM
For the details, I decided to go with a combination of HTV and Rhinestones, for extra sparkle.
The bad news is I have to apply everything flat before I can assemble, so it'll take a bit of time to sit and apply each cut star and each rhinestone by hand.
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
The bad news is I have to apply everything flat before I can assemble, so it'll take a bit of time to sit and apply each cut star and each rhinestone by hand.
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Now, it's time to charge full steam ahead with Gulliver. Starting with his sailor collar.
I'll admit to playing a bit fast and loose with the construction, even if the final result is polished. I did most of it by draping
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
I'll admit to playing a bit fast and loose with the construction, even if the final result is polished. I did most of it by draping
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
October 15, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Now, it's time to charge full steam ahead with Gulliver. Starting with his sailor collar.
I'll admit to playing a bit fast and loose with the construction, even if the final result is polished. I did most of it by draping
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
I'll admit to playing a bit fast and loose with the construction, even if the final result is polished. I did most of it by draping
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
And we've got a dress! Pretty happy with how quickly this came out.
No costest though, that will have to wait till Magfest!
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
No costest though, that will have to wait till Magfest!
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
October 13, 2025 at 12:59 PM
And we've got a dress! Pretty happy with how quickly this came out.
No costest though, that will have to wait till Magfest!
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
No costest though, that will have to wait till Magfest!
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Jolteon isn't my only Magfest (or SunsetDragon ) design in the works. I'm also working on Gulliver, though I want to take my time with this one a little more. So, starting slow with the scalloped applique sections.
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
October 10, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Jolteon isn't my only Magfest (or SunsetDragon ) design in the works. I'm also working on Gulliver, though I want to take my time with this one a little more. So, starting slow with the scalloped applique sections.
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
For the skirt, I'm using left over bits of HTV to create the design. Been playing with shapes and the design layering.
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
October 6, 2025 at 1:09 PM
For the skirt, I'm using left over bits of HTV to create the design. Been playing with shapes and the design layering.
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Let's get the puffs started! Just basted in for now to check the fit, but I'm pretty happy with the way they're shaping up.
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
October 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM
Let's get the puffs started! Just basted in for now to check the fit, but I'm pretty happy with the way they're shaping up.
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Reposted by Lady Cels
Ignore the terrible backdrop in this photo of @ladycels.bsky.social as Commander Shepard from the Mass Effect games, taken Sat., Nov. 1, 2014, at Rhode Island Comic Con. #commandershepardcosplay #masseffectcosplay #ricc2014 #cosplayphotography
October 1, 2025 at 1:38 PM
Ignore the terrible backdrop in this photo of @ladycels.bsky.social as Commander Shepard from the Mass Effect games, taken Sat., Nov. 1, 2014, at Rhode Island Comic Con. #commandershepardcosplay #masseffectcosplay #ricc2014 #cosplayphotography
For the sleeves, I decided to make a small change. I shift the laces from the inner to the outer panel, so they don't get caught on things and make it easier to move around in.
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
October 1, 2025 at 1:31 PM
For the sleeves, I decided to make a small change. I shift the laces from the inner to the outer panel, so they don't get caught on things and make it easier to move around in.
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Got some little sleeve caps going, boy were the little sharp scallops tricky to press out.
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
September 29, 2025 at 1:20 PM
Got some little sleeve caps going, boy were the little sharp scallops tricky to press out.
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Social media 100% distorts how long it takes to do something. So, it's an important reminder.
I don't take commissions for this reason. Even for an outfit that's fast, say 20 hours of work. At minimum wage (not even skilled labor wage, which it most certainly is to do it faster).
I don't take commissions for this reason. Even for an outfit that's fast, say 20 hours of work. At minimum wage (not even skilled labor wage, which it most certainly is to do it faster).
September 26, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Social media 100% distorts how long it takes to do something. So, it's an important reminder.
I don't take commissions for this reason. Even for an outfit that's fast, say 20 hours of work. At minimum wage (not even skilled labor wage, which it most certainly is to do it faster).
I don't take commissions for this reason. Even for an outfit that's fast, say 20 hours of work. At minimum wage (not even skilled labor wage, which it most certainly is to do it faster).
Bodice is getting there! I wanted this costume to be a bit more comfy, so I ended up going with a shirring panel in the back for stretch and comfort.
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
September 26, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Bodice is getting there! I wanted this costume to be a bit more comfy, so I ended up going with a shirring panel in the back for stretch and comfort.
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Time to really get going in earnest on Magfest costumes! Starting with SunsetDragon's Tapestry Jolteon!
Going to be stash busting project, diving in to my trim collection!
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Going to be stash busting project, diving in to my trim collection!
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
September 24, 2025 at 1:27 PM
Time to really get going in earnest on Magfest costumes! Starting with SunsetDragon's Tapestry Jolteon!
Going to be stash busting project, diving in to my trim collection!
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Going to be stash busting project, diving in to my trim collection!
Design by @sunsetdragon.bsky.social
Throwback to Katsucon 2019, when I tried to go kinda literally big with my Thumbelina Beetle Ball gown. The costume definitely let me explore my want for a giant poofy organic petticoat (which the hotel ripped in transport 😭)it was fun doing such a nostalgic character.
📸 by @amiephotos.bsky.social
📸 by @amiephotos.bsky.social
September 22, 2025 at 1:08 PM
Throwback to Katsucon 2019, when I tried to go kinda literally big with my Thumbelina Beetle Ball gown. The costume definitely let me explore my want for a giant poofy organic petticoat (which the hotel ripped in transport 😭)it was fun doing such a nostalgic character.
📸 by @amiephotos.bsky.social
📸 by @amiephotos.bsky.social
Mothra reminded me how much I really love painting as a means of fabric modification. While HTV and applique can have their place, there's something deeply enjoyable about the process of painting/dyeing fabric
📸 @amiephotos.bsky.social
Wig by @demholycal.bsky.social
✒️ @btanselanoican.bsky.social
📸 @amiephotos.bsky.social
Wig by @demholycal.bsky.social
✒️ @btanselanoican.bsky.social
September 19, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Mothra reminded me how much I really love painting as a means of fabric modification. While HTV and applique can have their place, there's something deeply enjoyable about the process of painting/dyeing fabric
📸 @amiephotos.bsky.social
Wig by @demholycal.bsky.social
✒️ @btanselanoican.bsky.social
📸 @amiephotos.bsky.social
Wig by @demholycal.bsky.social
✒️ @btanselanoican.bsky.social
Reworking costumes is something I do enjoy! An example is my Yu'lon costume. I originally made it as the head being the focal piece and the costume itself more of an after thought. Yet between Otakon and Katsucon 2019, I completely remade the dress
Photography by @purpledolphinphotography
Photography by @purpledolphinphotography
September 17, 2025 at 1:42 PM
Reworking costumes is something I do enjoy! An example is my Yu'lon costume. I originally made it as the head being the focal piece and the costume itself more of an after thought. Yet between Otakon and Katsucon 2019, I completely remade the dress
Photography by @purpledolphinphotography
Photography by @purpledolphinphotography
Down the rabbit hole we go!
I absolutely love this photo, it's my favorite of the set. Even if it's more storytelling than showing off the costume :)
Photography by @adoylible.bsky.social
Design by @mahou.shoujo
I absolutely love this photo, it's my favorite of the set. Even if it's more storytelling than showing off the costume :)
Photography by @adoylible.bsky.social
Design by @mahou.shoujo
September 15, 2025 at 1:08 PM
Down the rabbit hole we go!
I absolutely love this photo, it's my favorite of the set. Even if it's more storytelling than showing off the costume :)
Photography by @adoylible.bsky.social
Design by @mahou.shoujo
I absolutely love this photo, it's my favorite of the set. Even if it's more storytelling than showing off the costume :)
Photography by @adoylible.bsky.social
Design by @mahou.shoujo