Arlington's FREE Pop-Culture Convention

Celebrate fandoms and interests in a family-friendly atmosphere on Saturday, June 13 at the 5th annual ArlingCon! At this FREE pop-culture convention, you'll find a welcoming and educational environment for newcomers and longtime members of the community looking to understand more about pop-culture and conventions. Join us for a day of geeky festivities packed with local crafters, artists, authors, and vendors. Mingle with local cosplay talent, special guests, and maybe make some new friends in the process!

Saturday, June 13, 2020
E.H. Hereford University Center
300 W 1st St, Arlington, TX 76010

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Books for Crafting & Cosplay

The Costume Making Guide: Creating Armor and Props for Cosplay
Print, Pattern, Sew: Block-Printing Basics + Simple Sewing Projects for an Inspired Wardrobe
Fusion 360 for Makers: Design Your Own Digital Models for 3D Printing and Cnc Fabrication
The hero's closet : sewing for cosplay and costuming
Modern Machine Embroidery: 11 Projects from Pickle Pie Designs with 25 Must-Have Embroidery Motifs
Modern Leatherwork for Makers: Traditional Craft Techniques Meet Cnc and 3D Printing
Dimensional Bead Embroidery: A Reference Guide to Techniques (New in Paper)
Make: Tips and Tales from the Workshop: A Handy Reference for Makers
Fabric and Fiber Inventions: Sew, Knit, Print, and Electrify Your Own Designs to Wear, Use, and Play with
Cosplay basics : a beginner's guide to the art of costume play
Getting Started with Soldering: A Hands-On Guide to Making Electrical and Mechanical Connections
Getting Started with Adafruit Circuit Playground Express: The Multipurpose Learning and Development Board with Built-In Leds, Sensors, and Acceleromet
All Sewn Up: 35 Exquisite Projects Using Applique, Embroidery, and More
Start Making!: A Guide to Engaging Young People in Maker Activities
Complete crochet course : the ultimate reference guide

Manga & Graphic Novels

Roller Girl
BABYMOUSE : BAD BABYSITTER
The adventures of Ook and Gluk : Kung-fu cavemen from the future
Dog Man Unleashed
Star Wars : The Original Trilogy : A Graphic Novel
Sheets
Ouran High School Host Club. Vol. 1
XxxHolic. [2]
Blue Exorcist. 2
Dengeki Daisy. Vol. 1
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Case Closed. Volume 1
Batman. Batman and Son

Keep In Touch

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ArlingCon attendance and participation is subject to the following policies:
Arlington Public Library Rules Governing Use of the Library  |  UTA Policies and Procedures  |  ArlingCon Cosplay Policies
Additionally, all state laws and local ordinances regarding public behavior shall apply.

Questions or concerns? Send us an email at arlingcon@arlingtontx.gov.

 

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