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Field's Fabrics: Field's is our beloved West Michigan fabric store. Fields offers a wide range of fabrics from cottons, knits and spandex, and specialty apparel fabrics. Go to www.fieldsfabrics.com to shop or plan your next visit to one of their many West Michigan locations.

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Cut Sew Patterns: Cut/Sew is a small business from Orlando, Florida. They specialize in geek-centered sewing patterns. Head to www.cutsew.co

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Dangerous Ladies: @dangerousladies.ca specializes in the supplies you need to level up your cosplay. From resin cast accessories and props, to 3D printing and custom printed fabric, they have it all. Check them out at www.dangerousladies.ca

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Seams Mercantile and Fabric of Lansing and Kalamazoo: Seams is a small, woman owned business and creative space where you can ship, learn, and create. Seams is also a licensed Bernina and Bernette dealer where you can try out your next sewing machine! Visit www.seamsfabric.com today!

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JAFAX @jafax.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

JAFAX Cosplay would like to thank our generous Saturday cosplay contest prize sponsors! 🧵 And don't forget to grab a badge for this weekend! >> jafax.org #jafax #cosplay #japan #Michigan

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JAFAX @jafax.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

🥂WE'VE STILL GOT ROOM! The hotel block is almost filled, but we've still got room for you this weekend at JAFAX! Grab a discounted room that's just a 5-minute walk from the con center <3 Go to our website or use this link to book one before they're gone. Links below! #jafax #anime #japan #Michigan

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JAFAX @jafax.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Apply on the site or with this link: t.co/2864mLuE0q And don't forget your badge! >> jafax.org

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JAFAX @jafax.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

⏰IT'S ALMOST TIME! If you'll be at JAFAX next week, then do we have a deal for you! Get your badge comp'd + free T-shirt along with it when you volunteer a few hours of your time. Meet celebrites, take pics, all while attending Grand Rapids' favorite convention <3 Links below! #jafax #anime #japan

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Registration: www.start.gg/tournament/j... Don't forget your badge! >> jafax.org

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🎮GAMERS WANTED! We've got tournaments lined up all weekend, so grab your good controller and get over to JAFAX next week! Everything from Smash to Tetris. Online registration is now open, take a look and get ready gamers <3 Links below!

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Doubles, 4v4! Some gym leaders will have different rules, but they'll inform you before you challenge them <3

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Pink Opal Cosplay: A talented and award-winning cosplayer with focuses in hand sewing, shoe making, and special effects makeup. Bringing characters to life from all media! A firm believer that anyone can cosplay, bringing positivity to the community. (Pic credit: Carnivorous sheep photography)

LeviathanBlaze: LeviathanBlaze is a cosplayer and costume designer from Ontario, Canada. They have won a number of awards for craftsmanship and performance including multiple Best in Shows. They specialize in historical and couture sewing. (Pic credit: RG Photography)

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Cerkl Creations: A materials scientist from Detroit. Specializing in 3D modeling, mold making, casting, props, sewing, and VA. Part of the 501st who loves giving back through cosplay. She represented the US at the Inter. Cosplay League championships 2022 winning 3rd place. (Pic credit: Jody Slagle)

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JAFAX is proud to introduce our 2026 Cosplay Judges!🧵 The team is excited to greet you on Saturday when you enter our Cosplay Contest. Pre-register online or come to the cosplay table after 10AM Saturday to sign up for a judge time! Judging will go from 11AM-4PM Saturday. We can't wait to see you!

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3. We've got Artists and Vendors donating some of their wares that we'll be giving out during the convention, and we couldn't be more thankful! If that's something you'd be interested in, email us over at PR@jafax.org 🥰

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2. We've been in talks with businesses all over Grand Rapids and we can't wait to show all the places you can go and get a discount when you have your badge with you! Spoiler alert, Noodle Pig is one of our favorites <3

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1. Volunteers, expect a post tomorrow where you can sign up and earn yourself a free badge! If you can't wait till tomorrow, head over to jafax.org and find your way to the volunteer page 🔥

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JAFAX @jafax.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

🥁UPDATE TIME! We're just a couple weeks away, so we're busting butt over here to make sure you all have as great a time as possible! Here's some things that happened this week. 🧵 Remember, save a few bucks if you get your badge in advance! Grab one today >> jafax.org #jafax #anime #japan #Michigan

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🎮 GAMING IS BACK ON THE MENU! We're happy to announce that Indie Devs from all over are coming back to JAFAX this year! If you want an early look at what's cooking, make sure to give them a test and let 'em know how it went <3 Games and more at >> jafax.org #jafax #indie #japan #Michigan

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JAFAX @jafax.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Insta: www.instagram.com/p/DYdSXE8gOu7/ Badges: jafax.org

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JAFAX @jafax.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

🔥NEW STAFF ALERT! We're so excited to have Luna and Katie with us this year! They're doing everything they can to make our Cosplay scene top notch <3 Check out our Insta post for all the details, links in the comments, and Badges on sale NOW! #jafax #cosplay #japan #Michigan

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JAFAX @jafax.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

📸PHOTOGRAPHERS WANTED! If you're going to JAFAX to take pictures, you'll want to sign up for our Approved Photographer Program. Not only do you get free advertisement on our site, you'll get our recommendation for any paid photo gigs! Plus, it's free <3 Links below! #jafax #cosplay #japan #Michigan

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3) We have a new website!! New look, new features, same link. Check it out and we'll let you know as we roll out features for both attendees and vendors! Have a look! >> jafax.org We can't wait to see you this year 🎉

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2) While we appreciate our former Cosplay Coordinator Astros work, they've stepped down. Expect an email soon for all Cosplay guests/contestants who've signed up on who you can look forward to working with at JAFAX this year! And if that's something you'd be interested in, email us at PR@jafax.org 😊

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1) First, a call to action! We wanna know what songs (OSTs, JPOP, ect.) you'd like to sing at Karaoke this year! Let us know in the comments and we'll see if we can get it added to the playlist <3

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JAFAX @jafax.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

🧵1/4 📡UPDATE TIME! We're getting close to JAFAX, and with that we want to start rolling out a weekly update as part of our effort to keep all ya'll in the loop to random JAFAX going-ons <3 and if you haven't yet, grab a badge over at >> jafax.org #jafax #japan #anime #Michigan

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⚡HEY THERE TRAINERS! We're bringing back Pokemon League at JAFAX this year. Whether you're looking for some competition, or just trying to collect as many mons as possible, there's space for you <3 Badges on sale NOW! >> jafax.org #jafax #pokemon #japan #Michigan

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Leo / Casey Mongillo @caseymongillo.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Hey everyone! I'm excited to be headed to Grand Rapids, MI in one month for @jafax-gr.bsky.social !! Hope to see you there! 🐰❤️ ALSO: If you use affiliate code "CASEY", you get 5% off your badge price! Woohoo!

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JAFAX @jafax.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

🎉THE RESULTS ARE IN! For our entire thoughts on the matter and an important update, have a look over on our Instagram! >> www.instagram.com/p/DX9xqGZlsVU/ << And don't forget to grab a badge today! >> jafax.org

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JAFAX @jafax.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

📡CALLING ALL JAFAX ATTENDEES! We'd love to hear your thoughts on a potential rule change for our Cosplay Contests! This change covers the re-use of Cosplays that have won previous contests, at JAFAX and others. Take 5 seconds and give it a look <3 Rule Change Feedback: forms.gle/VRcyWFk6irFf...

JAFAX @jafax.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

⏰Time's almost up! Today is the last day of the early bird special on our 3-day badge! If you plan on going, this is the best time to grab one. JAFAX is just around the corner <3 More info and badges >> jafax.org #jafax #japan #anime #Michigan

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JAFAX @jafax.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

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JAFAX @jafax.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

🔥COSPLAY CONTEST SIGNUPS ARE NOW OPEN! Everything from our main Cosplay Contest to Craftsmanship and a youth contest. If you're going to JAFAX, this is one you *CAN'T* miss. Rules and sign-up linked in the comments <3 Grab your badge here >> jafax.org #jafax #japan #cosplay #Michigan

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JAFAX @jafax.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

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JAFAX @jafax.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

📡ATTENTION ALL COSPLAYERS! We're looking to fill our featured Cosplayer Guestbook and that includes you! Check the link below and you could get... === - 2 Free Badges - 2 Night Hotel Stay - A Booth + Promo on our site === We can't wait to hear from you <3 Link in the comments! #jafax #cosplay #japan

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JAFAX @jafax.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

🎉SUMO IS BACK BABY! Grand Rapids Sumo is bringing all sorts of fun to JAFAX! Tournaments, tryouts, and panels are just some of the amazing events we're hosting this year. Grab a badge before the discount ends this month and join in the fun <3 For more info >> jafax.org #jafax #sumo #japan #Michigan

JAFAX @jafax.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

📢WE WANNA HEAR FROM YOU! We have a ton of activities/games at JAFAX this year, and we need to fill them! What characters from anime & manga have really caught your attention this season? Who do *you* want to see? Let us know in the comments <3 Grab your badge soon! >> jafax.org #jafax #anime #japan

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JAFAX @jafax.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

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