Cosplay Gems

This week, the Gems are here with a short episode to update everyone on what is coming, and how they have been affected by the pandemic. We will be back as soon as we can, and we will continue to deliver the same quality content, and audio that we strive to deliver week after week. We appreciate your patience and understanding.

Join the Gems this week as they discuss the things that they have been doing to keep themselves occupied during quarantine and social distancing, The fact that con season 2020 has been all but officially cancelled, and how to fight the sneaky depression Goblin when you are stuck at home with no face to face interaction.If you, or someone you know are struggling with depression, be it a normal occurrence, or derived from this period of isolation. Don't ignore it, reach out and lend a hand, or ask for help. You are meant to make a difference in this world, don't let the isolation be the thing that keeps you from making your impact. Additionally, if you or someone you care about are stuck isolated with someone who is abusive. You don't have to live with it. Please reach out, please get help. We've provided links below for our American listeners, and request that our non-American listeners share their local resources with us on twitter @cosplaygems.USA Suicide prevention hotline: 1-800-273-8255European Suicide prevention resources: https://www.iasp.info/resources/Crisis_Centres/Europe/Domestic violence help mobile application: https://www.drphil.com/show-pages/14016_aspirenewsapp/

Join the Gems this week for the first part in the series, as they fight off going stir crazy from self isolation by going MAD ABOUT MAKEUP instead. Have makeup questions, tips, or tricks you want to share? Send them to the team!cosplaygemspodcast@gmail.comTwitter: @CosplayGemsInstagram: @CosplayGems

The Gems discuss the reason why Pearle is no longer allowed to cosplay any characters that are primarily green, including the number of green characters that she has already done, and what has even been suggested by friends for the future!We want to give a special thank you to our audience for tuning into this episode. We realize that things are a little tense at the moment, and we hope that these episodes can give you a small moment of joy and reprieve from the things going on right now.In lieu of mentioning the Patreon this week, we ask that you check in with your family, friends, and neighbors to make sure they are healthy, and taken care of. We know some people are in financially tough spots, and we want to raise awareness for those who are not able to properly provide for themselves or their families due to losing work from shutdowns. Much love from the Cosplay Gems family. Stay safe, practice proper hygiene, and we'll continue to be here week after week for you, our audience, to try and bring a little bit of light into what may be a dark time in your life.

This week, the Gems dive into how to combat feeling overwhelmed when working on projects. They discuss their favorite ways to fight their way out of the feeling of being overwhelmed, as well as give some ideas to try yourself! 

This week, The gems talk about a few of their experiences both in and out of cosplay, of experiences that they had when things didn't quite go according to plan.

The Gems are back after a Week Hiatus and are here to talk about the people they met at their most recent Con, as well as check in on where they are on their projects!

In lieu of asking for Patreon subscribers this week, we ask that you make a donation to the Collin Kapernick foundation. https://kaepernick7.com/Twitter: @CosplayGemsInstagram: @CosplayGems

Join the Gems as they talk about different tips and tricks to managing your cosplay both after a convention, and between multiple conventions, to keep that character looking fresh!

This week, the Gems went to My Hero Con: Texas Smash! And recap their experiences, and what they took away from the weekend.Join the conversation! Send your questions or comments to @cosplayGems on Twitter, and the Gems will read them on air!Leave us an iTunes review! Leave a review of your thoughts on the show, and the Gems will read your name on air!

This week the Gems talk about fabric, fabric shopping, and their tips and tricks for making sure you get the best deal!

This week, the Gems head to Magicfest Austin to interview other cosplayers during the Magic: The Gathering Grand Prix/MagicFest weekend!Interviews in order:-Dana Fischer. (Twitter: @DanaFischerMTG)-Ashlen Rose: (Twitter: @AshlenRose)-Celine: (Twitter: @paraceline)Special thanks for Maria Bartholdi (@MissMariapants on Twitter), for taking time out of her busy day to speak with the CosplayGems Crew. We very much appreciate it! Artist mentioned: @inklincustoms on Twitter

This week, the Gems check in with each other and see where they are going next! Get in on the conversation with the Gems on twitter @CosplayGems. Send any questions you have, and the Gems will read them on air!

This week, the Gems talk about their plans for their 2020 Cosplay line up! We also will be going weekly in 2020, so stay tuned, and interact with us! Find us on Twitter @cosplaygems and let the Gems know about any questions you have, and they will do their best to answer them on air!

This week the Gems talk about organization, their 2020 plans, and how to keep your head on straight!

This week, the Gems have their first guest! Jamie Milligan (@aclassi.guy on instagram), and the three of them talk about how to properly wear a binder, as well as multiple types of breast support clothing, and how to accentuate, or hide breasts for cosplay purposes! 

This week, The gems take time to do a Q and A between each other! Pearle tries to ask the questions, and Jade takes over? The two talk about altering original designs, staying true to period correct pieces, and everything in between!

This week, the Gems talk about some of their favorite strong female characters, and which ones they want to cosplay in the future!

This week, Join the Gems as they talk about getting burnt out on creating, as well as consuming content, and how to combat it! Ps. We did not actually leave our oven on.

Join the Gems for a Spooky Bonus Episode!