Ever since I created my own Mandalorian (Din Djarin) inspired cosplay for SVCC 2021 last year, I got hooked into building and making cosplay. So, attending Star Wars Celebration 2022 (SWCA22) in cosplay became a must for me. My goal being to share my self-made Star Wars inspired cosplay, with the wonderful folks at SWCA.... Continue Reading →
Building my own Darksaber
They say that part of a padawan’s Jedi training is to build a lightsaber. But why settle for building an ordinary lightsaber, when you can build a Darksaber. Also, I'm a true beskar loving Mando fan so there wasn't a question on which lightsaber I'd build. With that said, last year in preparation for SiliconSJ... Continue Reading →
Skkawdalorian: Making My First Cosplay
Hello Skkawliens! At the beginning of 2020 I had decided to make my own Cosplay and hopefully showcase it at San Diego Comic-con (SDCC) this year. Unfortunately, the in-person SDCC was canceled due to the restrictions set out by COVID-19. SDCC did move to a virtual format this year. But of course, that wouldn't be... Continue Reading →
Maker Faire Bay Area 2019
Welcome to our Maker Faire Bay Area 2019 coverage. Unless you're well versed in recent uptake in Do-It-Yourself culture, you may be unfamiliar with the Maker Faire. The Maker Faire is a gathering for people of all ages for a showcase of invention, innovation, and creativity. One of the two flagship events in North America, the annual... Continue Reading →
Show Floor Highlights @Maker Faire Bay Area 2019
We met a lot of interesting Makers at the Maker Faire and saw more than a few engaging projects at the show. If you couldn't make it or are curious about the event, check out some of our highlights from the show floor below. Life Sized Stormbreaker One of our first encounters walking around the... Continue Reading →
Workshops @Maker Faire Bay Area 2019
Hello Skkawliens! Welcome to our Maker Faire Bay Area 2019 (MFBA19) Workshop coverage. In this post we share our experience from the Handcrafting Soft Circuits Workshop, Light-up Cosplay Workshop and Easy Screenprinting with Vinyl Workshop. It's not everyday you get hands on instruction from some of the most skilled and talented Makers around, so we certainly took... Continue Reading →