Thank you. :-) I did a collar that was somewhat similar in shape on an earlier costume so figuring out the pattern for this one was a bit easier after that experience. And you’re somewhat close with your guess of plastic canvas. I actually used needlepoint canvas to interface the collar. I bought regular heavy interfacing but then decided it was too floppy. I had a couple of yards of needlepoint canvas that I hadn’t used in years stashed in my closet so I decided to pull that out and try that instead. I’m quite pleased with how it turned out. ^_^

Aww, it’s a shame you haven’t had a chance to wear your Bird of Paradise again. :-( It’s a beautiful costume and I would have loved to have you for the group if you weren’t so far away. I wish PSOH cosplayers weren’t so few and scattered. It would be cool to meet some from other parts of the country but it’s not that practical to travel really long distances just for a con.