Pokemon Sporran

[Sir Didymous]

I need a little help. My wife is an avid fan of Japanese animation (anime), and every year she hauls me off to a convention that is near by. She is very much into dressing up for it. Generally, since I'm not really a fan of anime, I just use it as an excuse to show off my parade armor. However, for this next convention she said that she wants me to wear something more relevant to the theme. So I have decided to dress as a highland pokemon hunter. I am going to make a kilt pin that resembles the forepaw of some pokemon, and use other bits to dress out my normal highland attire. The bigger project that I have in mind for this is a full mask pokemon sporran. I was planning on using a plush toy or pillow pet for the "pelt" and head. Where I need help is in the dimensions and shaping. Does anyone know the approximate dimensions of an average full mask sporran? Also what is the best shape for it? I don't actually care for the full mask variety, but I figure this will make for a standout component to the costume. Any help would be appreciated and who knows; it might make the ugliest sporran thread.

[Tarheel]

Dear Sir Didymous, How does one respond to an inquiry where I am clueless? I'm not sure that I can suggest the best way to mount such an elusive creature as a Pokémon and fashion a sporran from its pelt. Now if you had asked about an Armadillo I have an example of a Texan handbag to show. I'll get back to you with photos if interested.

[CeilidhDoc]

Somebody has previously posted instructions for making a cookie monster muppet sporran. You might want to find that and follow the steps.

Slàinte

[walkerk]

Here you go:

http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/s...535#post892535

[Sir Didymous]

Thanks for the link. However, I have a particular pokemon in mind. I am planning on using a Pikachu. Where this becomes an issue is that it has stripes on it's back and I would like them to be visible on the front of the bag. If I end up going with a different variety of pokemon, those instructions will be most helpful.

[SeumasA]

Sir Didymous, I feel for you. My wife is also an avid anime fan. So far, I have been successful in resisting her invitations to the convention. It helps that I work most Saturdays.