AMKE CLASS // Armor Pattern Hacking

Location: Anime Milwaukee 2026 | South Hall Room 201C - Workshop Room Class Length: 2 hours ________________________________ Learn a fast, beginner-friendly approach to patterning cosplay armor using sealing plastic wrap. Students will cover the fundamentals of armor patterning, including proper sizing, making adjustments, layering pieces, and adding design details for a clean fit. By the end of class, you’ll walk away with chest, arm, and leg armor patterns transferred onto sturdy paper, ready to use as a foundation for future foam or thermoplastic builds. This workshop is ideal for cosplayers who want an accessible, repeatable method for creating custom-fit armor. ________________________________ In this workshop you'll learn: How to use sealing plastic wrap to quickly pattern armor directly on the body or a dress form The basics of sizing and fit adjustments for armor pieces How to break armor down into manageable sections for chest, arms, and legs Layering techniques to c