Cosplaying Tumblr

One might ask, can you cosplay as a website? Well, in 2010, I thought why not? Now that Dashcon is potentially coming back to life, I am planning to recreate a new Tumblr cosplay. This will recreate a new gown inspired by Tumblr and all the magic it holds.

[thebluedressproject]

In 2010, at the height of Tumblr's Fandom experience, I created the Tumblr dress to wear to what was then, Denver Comic Con. It's not called that anymore, and #superwholock is no longer the megalithe of content it used to be. But regardless, I created a dress based on Tumblr to cosplay the experience of sharing fandom and tags with people. The white fabric of the dress originally was white. I brought fabric pens for people to add their favorite tags and share their account names with me by writing them all over the dress. It was incredible! I posed for pictures with a lot of Loki cosplayers.

So here we are, also in 2025, and my bestie and I hear that Dashcon 2.0 might happen again. And of course, we immediately think of the Tumblr dress and how cool it would be to make a newer version, one that celebrates Tumblr now. She is planning to make an AO3 dress to go with me.

I am very excited to start this new project and share the journey along the way. Enjoy!!

[thebluedressproject]

Got a petticoat put together. It isn't hemmed or trimmed, but it's a start. It needs a good pressing too. I used poly taffeta from Fabric Wholesale Direct. It's one of my favorite budget linings and petticoat materials. It has a great body and stiffness. Im also experimenting with the shape of my hoop skirt. I added extra volume in the petticoat I the back panel for an elliptical hoop if needed.

[fatmasc]

Hey i’m a fashion design student so i have tons and tons of pdfs and docs with basic sewing techniques, pattern how-tos, and resources for fabric and trims. I’ve compiled it all into a shareable folder for anyone who wants to look into sewing and making their own clothing. I’ll be adding to this folder whenever i come across new resources

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/16uhmMb8kE4P_vOSycr6XSa9zpmDijZSd?usp=sharing

[fatmasc]

Updated just now with new hand sewing resources (mainly buttonholes) and textbook pdfs on fashion history, fashion illustration, and thinking through designs!

[bosstoaster]

OP I owe you my life

[whatchamacallitz]

OP you are the greatest person currently in my life. You beautiful, thoughtful creature.

[insanefiercecorpse]

You are a saint thank you so much

@thiamma look!

[aspiringbelle]

Saving this for my own place!

[thebluedressproject]

Obviously, this is using a lot of other people's art, but this is just a concept for planning out what I would like to do for the front panel of my Tumblr dress. If you are one of these artists, please let me know so I can credit you.

There will be other popular posts and fandoms on the skirt, but I wanted to have some visuals to make sure what I was thinking in my head would work.

I have ordered blue fabric, and it's very close to Tumblr blue but not perfect. I'll post more about it when it comes in a few days. Im working on drafting a pattern tonight and fitting it as well.

[unwrapping]

Hex Color Codes of the Tumblr Dashboard:

Dashboard Blue: #36465D

Text Post Gray: #444444

Photo Red: #D95E40

Quote Gold: #F2992E

Link Green: #56BC8A

Chat Blue: #529ECC

Audio Lavender: #A77DC2

Video Gray: #748089

Icon Gray: #9AA2AE

Notes Gray: #A1A1A1

[thebluedressproject]

This is very important to my research. I took a break but now I am getting back and motivated to make this happen.

[thebluedressproject]

I am working on undergarments for the #tumblrdress, and I wanted to share some pictures of my chemise. This layer is worn closest to the skin and is made out of an old bed shirt and lingerie lace. It is worn under the corset and protects the skin as well as protects the corset and outer fabrics from sweat.

[thebluedressproject]

In 2010, at the height of Tumblr's Fandom experience, I created the Tumblr dress to wear to what was then, Denver Comic Con. It's not called that anymore, and #superwholock is no longer the megalithe of content it used to be. But regardless, I created a dress based on Tumblr to cosplay the experience of sharing fandom and tags with people. The white fabric of the dress originally was white. I brought fabric pens for people to add their favorite tags and share their account names with me by writing them all over the dress. It was incredible! I posed for pictures with a lot of Loki cosplayers.

So here we are, also in 2025, and my bestie and I hear that Dashcon 2.0 might happen again. And of course, we immediately think of the Tumblr dress and how cool it would be to make a newer version, one that celebrates Tumblr now. She is planning to make an AO3 dress to go with me.

I am very excited to start this new project and share the journey along the way. Enjoy!!

[psychedelic-charm]

Will you take a photo of the new dress at the con?

[thebluedressproject]

@phychedelic-charm Yes, I am planning to document the whole process. I purchased the boning for the bustle and I'm going to be retrofitting a hoop skirt I already own to make it inot a crinolette. I have my chemise and corset so after the crinolette is done I can start patterning the dress!!

[thebluedressproject]

The pom pom trim for Tumblr arrived today. I got 15 yards, and I hope that's enough. If I need more, I should be able to get it. The pom poms are meant to represent the ball pit balls from the first dash con and I think they are perfect!!

[thebluedressproject]

Still testing fabric swatches for the Tumblr cosplay gown. These are silk swatches from silkbaron. Which one do you like best?

[thebluedressproject]

Did some sketching for my #tumblrcosplay for @dashcon-two. My cosplay partner is creating and AO3 gown to partner with me and we are so excited about these gowns!

[thebluedressproject]

Working on my design for the Tumblr Dress for @dashcon-two

Created a vision board for the design. I have other inspirations and a Pinterest board, but this seemed fun. Wish me luck!

[thebluedressproject]

Just what it says on the tin! Some of these haven't been revealed yet, so stay tuned to learn a little more about our blorbos (and yourself?).

I took the clown quiz @dashcon-two created. Interesting, veey Interesting..

[thebluedressproject]

Testing out silk swatches from @silkbaron with Tumblr. I am leaning toward Serenade and Amalfi, which are both textured taffetas. Taffeta will allow for a lot of support of the decorative elements but will be a bit pricey if I use silk. I will look at getting some polyester options.

[magpie-marvin]

Tumblr halloween costume idea UwU

[thebluedressproject]

This is actually super valuable research for themes ans motifs on the Tumblr dress!!

[thebluedressproject]

So who am I? Well, my name is Cal, and I am part of Better Than Toast Cosplay. I've been cosplaying for over 15 years, and I have competed at conventions across the country. I love historically inspired gowns and luscious details and embellishments. From Pokemon to Sakizou and Black Butler to Trinity Blood, I love to make beautiful things. I also love to read, loving fantasy romance right now, and I a writer as well. Please ask if you have any questions. You can find me on Instagram @bttcal that's my very old Tumblr as well.