Comic Con Cape Town is bringing a host of activities to its big event next month, ranging from seeing international guests to artist alley, cosplay and much more (you can read about nine things to expect at the convention this year). However, one of the newest additions to Comic Con Cape Town will be Sew-A-Thon, a contest of sewing that will calls for some of the most talented and skilled local sewists to compete.
The six hour Sew-A-Thon will take place on the main stage at Comic Con Cape Town. A press release from the event organisers reads:
“Brought to you by Brother International South Africa with material provided by Kirsch Stein & Co. – the Comic Con Cape Town Sew-a-Thon 2023 will see beginners, intermediates, advanced sewists, as well as cosplayers, flex their sewing machines as they compete in a mystery challenge in an attempt to come out on top and win incredible prizes.”
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Taking place at the CTICC in Cape Town on Thursday, 27 April, Sew-A-Thon contestants will be briefed two weeks before the event on the challenge. After receiving the challenge, they will be able to cut the patterns and finish their mood board before the event. At Comic Con Cape Town, they will be challenged to bring their garment to life and model it on the main stage.
Judges will consider the presence of accurate and even stitching, if the garment is executed using correct tension, finishing techniques and even machine settings.
Angelique McGrath, Marketing Specialist for Brother International South Africa, stated:
“The Sew-a-thon is such a great opportunity for cosplayers to stretch their creative skills. We’re very excited to see the amazing talent at this, the second Brother Comic Con Sew-athon. And more so now that it is part of the main event in Cape Town. The collaboration between Brother and Comic Con Africa is one that brings our innovative products to a whole new audience. Especially with spin-off partnerships such as the one with Ludus Cosplay, last years’ Championship winner. It’s an exciting time and we are thrilled to associate our brand with Comic Con Africa.”
The entry fee will cost R150. Participants stands a chance to place in the top 3 and stand a chance of winning some awesome prizes. These include:
First Place
- R5000 cash
- Brother Labelling machine with extra tapes
- 4 x Comic Con Africa 2023 4-day pass/Comic Con Cape Town 2024 4-day pass
Second Place
- R3000 cash
- Brother Labelling machine with extra tapes
- 2x Comic Con Africa 2023 4-day pass/Comic Con Cape Town 2024 4-day pass
Third Place
- R1500 cash
- Brother Labelling machine with extra tapes
- 2x Comic Con Africa 2023 4-day pass/Comic Con Cape Town 2024 4-day pass
To enter, simply visit this link.
Comic Con Cape Town will take place from 27 to 30 April 2023 at CTICC 2. Doors open from 09:00 to 18:00 daily. Make sure you secure your tickets on Howler.
