Name: Workshop: Basic Pattern Making
Start: 2026-07-18T12:00:00-0400
End: 2026-07-18T13:00:00-0400

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Workshop: Basic Pattern Making

Saturday July 18, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT

Emerald (Workshops/LARP)

This primer for armor patterning led by the designers at Ribbons and Rivets, will have participants making their own bracer pattern that can later be applied to other rigid mediums such as leather, thermoplastic, or EVA foam. Participants will leave with their own personalized pattern as well as knowledge about measurements, seam allowances, fasteners, and the pros and cons associated with different armor making mediums.

Speakers

Matthew Penick

Costuming Guest

Matthew Penick has been cosplaying since 2005 and took his passion for costuming to the professional level in 2009 with the creation of the theatrical design company Ribbons and Rivets. The self-taught designer began primarily working with leather, and while he still considers leatherwork... Read More →

Miriam "Tinker Tank" Penick

Costuming Guest

The Tinker Tank is a life-long art kid with a Studio Art degree that fell into costuming and cosplay through her post-collegiate pursuit of replicating the outfit of her childhood hero— Xena. She has since fallen in love with bringing beloved characters to life and works full time... Read More →

Saturday July 18, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Emerald (Workshops/LARP)

Costuming/Cosplay, Workshop

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Matthew Penick

Miriam "Tinker Tank" Penick

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Matthew Penick

Miriam "Tinker Tank" Penick

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