Jaren_Valnor posted:For your first time, I'd advise doing a General Grievous costume. Make sure it has hydraulic arms that split in two. You'll want two animatronic bodyguard droids programmed to follow you. Be certain that you construct the lightsabers to the exact specifications of the film. Oh, yeah, you better get the design on the back of the cape right down to the last pixel.
TomBlonde-adill posted:Another good rule in costuming (or any time you're working with an unfamiliar pattern or altering an existing one) is to make a 'muslin' or mock-up out of cheap fabric first. That way, if you make a mistake you can work out the bugs on the cheap stuff. Then, once you have it fitting right and all, you can cut into your good fabric without fear. Have fun! May the Force be with you, ~'Tom'~