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LarperDude @larperdude.bsky.social · 40m

Doing some more work on the site, getting it ready for the next stage, & I took some time to walk around & snap this pic. In the coming months, I'll be walking thru these trees dressed in various outfits for shoots- Knight, Centaur, Elf Mage, etc. Can't wait to get things started!

LarperDude @larperdude.bsky.social · 6d

Getting ready to run a booth at the ManchesterKY #renfaire, and getting some last minute crafting done of #chainmail & #scalemail. Booth will have lots of swords & weapons, jewelry & other armour, but I've gotta provide the custom stuff! A #crafter 's work is never done!

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LarperDude @larperdude.bsky.social · 9d

Pic from a shoot a couple years back, where I'm all dressed up and pondering "am I ready for one more Adventure?". Age & Injury say one thing, but my Heart & Spirit yearn for something more. Given my plans for next year, I certainly hope so! #longhairedman #larp #cosplay #longhairedguy #renfair

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LarperDude @larperdude.bsky.social · 9d

Anybody - man or woman - that would complain about such with that Living Goddess.....

LarperDude @larperdude.bsky.social · 10d

Set up at the @IndyPaganPride event, & here's a pic of my craft goods display. First time since the late 2000's I've had a dedicated display of my personal crafting, & I'm very thankful so many liked what I made. #chainmail #scalemail #handcrafted #artisan #handmadejewelry #pagan

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LarperDude @larperdude.bsky.social · 13d

My newest piece as I get ready for the #paganpride festival this weekend- a #chainmail Horned God necklace! Classic #pagan symbolism, byzantine weave to reflect the twisting paths of both forests & Veils, & a 2 tone combo to grab attention! #paganmade #handmade #jewelry #crafter #artisan

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LarperDude @larperdude.bsky.social · 15d

Getting ready for this weekend's event, and this is the newest piece "hot off the pliers". Waist chain with dags & chains, in red & black #chainmail. Got a matching #bikinitop to go with it, along with many other pieces. Indy Pagan Pride Day - here I come, along with my friend's booth Gothic Edge!

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LarperDude @larperdude.bsky.social · 17d

After 1 1/2 years of waiting for the Ok, I'm finally getting started on the next phase & project of my life. It'll be a Lot of work, but the results should absolutely be worth it. As a teaser, here's a pic of where I'll be able to walk, whenever I want. #larpencounter #nextadventuretrail #nature

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LarperDude @larperdude.bsky.social · 20d

Happy to be providing prop weapons for the cosplay photo sessions @rappigcrossing.com. They'll be available thru the weekend, either set out or in the artist alley/ Con ops room. #larpweapons #cosplayweapons #propweapons #larp #cosplay #conlife

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LarperDude @larperdude.bsky.social · 20d

It was over way to soon, but thanks to the folks who came out for my panel - Combat for Cosplayers. Thanks to
@rappigcrossing
for the opportunity, and hope everyone enjoys the Con! #conlife #jrpg #talesofseries

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LarperDude @larperdude.bsky.social · 22d

Latest finished piece: #chainmail #bikini top with dags & dangling chains. 2 toned effect draws the eye- and what it's worn over keeps the eye locked in place! Dangling chains add a great effect when you're dancing, and as any gamer knows: #boobarmor is +20 to AC!😆 #fantasyarmor #fashionnotfunction

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LarperDude @larperdude.bsky.social · 22d

Showing a pic from my old theatrical combat days, as I get ready to host the "Combat for Cosplayers" panel at
Rappig Crossing JRPG Con in Indianapolis this weekend! I might feel old/ rusty most days, but I'm gonna try & show these folks some fun new tricks! #rappigcrossing bsky.app/profile/rapp...

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LarperDude @larperdude.bsky.social · 23d

Throwback to the early 2000s, when this lovely is wearing a chainmail choker & tiara of my make. These days, I'd use colours and other such to accessorize, but we only had so much to work with back then. #handmadejewelry #crafter #dancerjewelry #throwback #chainmail #chainmaille #chainmailjewelry

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LarperDude @larperdude.bsky.social · 24d

When you Vend at a Faire, it's not "just 2 days" to you. It's
-the time you spend prepping inventory, packing your tubs, and loading your booth equipment
-the time you spend rushed crafting, to have extra inventory
-the hours of booth setup before Faire, and booth takedown after (every day), etc...

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LarperDude @larperdude.bsky.social · 24d

I gave you what you wanted- WHY are you complaining about how I did it?!?
Besides- it's not like I'm being wasteful. Reduce- reuse - recycle- Reanimate! And just think about how quickly I can replace your losses and swell your ranks once you win a battle! 😂 #larp #ttrpg #necromancy

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LarperDude @larperdude.bsky.social · 27d

Take 2 different shades of grey #scalemail, not enough to finish a #bikinitop out of either, and realize the extra scales aren't gonna arrive before the show. Combine them to make a single top, with the end effect being better than either alone. Win! #crafter #fantasyarmor #wip #redsonja

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LarperDude @larperdude.bsky.social · Sep 16

Here's a 20+ year throwback: It's around 2002, I'm vending at a Dark Art show, & this guy is strutting the Catwalk during a fashion showcase wearing a #chainmail coif & sleeveless shirt I made. Now if only my friendships & relationships could last half that long... 😄#crafter #knightcore #warrior

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LarperDude @larperdude.bsky.social · Sep 13

Today's #wip is more about how it's made, not what's being made. With #chainmail & #scalemail, it's slow going if you make a bit, pick up the main piece, add it, put the main piece down, and make another. I attach my main piece to a frame, and skip the pick up/ put down stages! #craftertips

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LarperDude @larperdude.bsky.social · Sep 10

Take a Demi-Gauntlet (half-hand armour), and reimagine it in #chainmail instead of plate. Make it 2 toned for a visual aesthetic, add a wrist clasp - Bam! #Armorcore/ #knightcore fashion accessory. ❤️ #larparmor #cosplayarmor

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LarperDude @larperdude.bsky.social · Sep 7

Throwback to a couple years ago, when I got this monster of a #larpsword from #forgedfoam. Over 5' long, it's been a great addition to my #larp arsenal, and a bane of many foes! Happy nerd is Very Happy!

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LarperDude @larperdude.bsky.social · Sep 5

Current #wip- a warrior skirt in #chainmail. Something like this takes a lot of time, but I'm breaking it up with quick projects in between. Craft rotation keeps me from burning out, and helps get things done and my creative juices stay fresh! What's a trick that helps you? #fantasyarmor #larparmor

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LarperDude @larperdude.bsky.social · Sep 4

Put a #chainmail #bikinitop on a mannequin, added a waistchain, and stuck it in front of our booth at a festival. Not only drew lots of attention, but the mismatched pair got a new home when bought together. Guessing it did it's job?! #fantasyarmor #bikiniarmor #renfaire #larparmor #cosplayarmor

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LarperDude @larperdude.bsky.social · Aug 31

Set up & running at my friend's booth (Gothic Edge), bringing swords, armour, jewelry & craft goods from the #renfaire to a Farmer's Market over the holiday weekend. Not what everyone expected but since we're doing well-apparently the locals like us! ❤️ the smiling faces! #vendorlife #LaborDayWeekend

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LarperDude @larperdude.bsky.social · Aug 26

Current WIP- a waist belt that will feature #chainmail dags, Orings and draping chains (yet to be added). After having to wait for my parts shipment to arrive (thanks US Customs), it's "GO" time to get things made fast enough for the upcoming shows! #crafter #handmade #knightcore #armorcore

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LarperDude @larperdude.bsky.social · Aug 22

Remade my Valkyrie style tiara with a red/ black 2 tone, just to mix things up. Finished it just in time to head out to this weekend's #Renfaire, though I'm feeling the lack of sleep from staying up late to do so! #chainmail #handmadejewelry #crafter

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