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How to Make a Toon-Style Fursuit

If you're going to a comic, anime, manga, cosplay or other toon-themed convention, you might want to dress yourself up in a fursuit. These fursuits can be very simple constructions, or they can be extremely elaborate. Before you start, set aside several days just to work on your fursuit, as the process can be extremely time consuming. Try to purchase more material than you think you'll need, as multiple trips down to the store can really add to your construction time.

Things You'll Need

Fake fur
Jumpsuit
Dummy
Scrap material

Instructions

- 1
  Place the jumpsuit on the dummy. The jumpsuit doesn't have to fit the dummy perfectly, but it should fit you perfectly.
- 2
  Cut cheap or scrap material into different shapes that will fit together to cover the entire jumpsuit. By cutting up and using cheap material, you won't ruin expensive fake fur by making poor cuts. This way, you can mix and match different shapes using scrap material until you have a perfect fit.
- 3
  Number each piece of scrap material that you intend to use. Write that number where you intend to sew it onto the jumpsuit. Then cut out the same shapes using fake fur.
- 4
  Sew the fake fur onto the bodysuit. Start with loose stitches and gradually tighten them until they fit perfectly. This part is best done with a friend, so you can actually wear the bodysuit and have it tightened to fit your form while you're wearing it.
- 5
  Attach any extras, like tails, claws or teeth.

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