A Sinisterly Stylish Southern Belle
Costume design Todd Welch Costume design Todd Welch

A Sinisterly Stylish Southern Belle

Dive into the creative process behind our Alastor Southern Belle mash-up costume—a bold fusion of Hazbin Hotel’s devilish charm and Southern elegance. This one-of-a-kind cosplay masterpiece combines sharp, angular design with flowing, dramatic details, creating a costume as daring as it is unforgettable. From hand-dyed lace to custom crinoline, every element tells a story of innovation and craftsmanship.

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Behind the Stitch - Willy Wonka’s Velvet Jacket
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Behind the Stitch - Willy Wonka’s Velvet Jacket

Step into a world of pure imagination... and our sewing studio, where the magic of cosplay comes to life! This week, we’re unveiling the story behind our custom Willy Wonka jacket, inspired by Charlie and the Chocolate Factory: The Musical. With over 50 years of professional theater experience, we brought this movie-quality cosplay piece to life using rich burgundy velvet, whimsical teal accents, and handcrafted details. Dive into the creative process and see how our passion for storytelling and craftsmanship shapes every stitch.

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Behind the Seams of Artemis’ Iconic Red Dress
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Behind the Seams of Artemis’ Iconic Red Dress

Step into the Oasis with us as we dive behind the seams of crafting Artemis’ iconic red dress from Ready Player One! Discover the materials, techniques, and challenges that brought this movie-quality, custom cosplay to life. From hand-painted details to luxurious fabrics, this is a cosplay journey you won’t want to miss!

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Alastor: Bringing the Smiling Demon to Life
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Alastor: Bringing the Smiling Demon to Life

When we first took on Alastor, we knew we needed to strike the perfect balance between his devilish charm and theatrical flair. He’s not your average demon; his suit is sleek, his presence is commanding, and his accessories scream “showman.” The goal was to create a wearable work of art that captured the essence of this quirky, terrifying character while ensuring it was as functional as it was fabulous.

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Step Into Roshar: My Custom Vorin Havah
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Step Into Roshar: My Custom Vorin Havah

This project was such a labor of love for me: a custom Vorin havah inspired by Brandon Sanderson’s Stormlight Archive. As my favorite author, Sanderson’s worlds have always sparked my imagination, and creating this piece felt like stepping right into Roshar. It’s one of my proudest entries in Katie’s Korner, where I share the designs that bring these incredible stories to life.

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Crafting the Perfect Yu-Gi-Oh! Maiden with Eyes of Blue: Behind-the-Scenes of a Custom Cosplay Build
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Crafting the Perfect Yu-Gi-Oh! Maiden with Eyes of Blue: Behind-the-Scenes of a Custom Cosplay Build

Step into the world of Yu-Gi-Oh! cosplay with our custom Maiden with Eyes of Blue costume. Discover the creative process, from sketch to final fittings, in this exclusive behind-the-scenes look. Perfect for both cosplay beginners and pros looking for inspiration, tips, and insights into professional, handmade costumes.

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Katie's Korner: Bringing Ash Williams to Life!
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Katie's Korner: Bringing Ash Williams to Life!

Katie’s Korner: Bringing Ash Williams to Life!

This week, I’m thrilled to share the behind-the-scenes of our custom Ash Williams cosplay from Evil Dead. From weathering the fabric to crafting a screen-accurate leather harness and boomstick holder, each step was about getting that perfect battle-worn look. The shirt and pants were hand-distressed to capture every detail of Ash's fight against the Deadites. I had so much fun creating this and can’t wait to see it come to life at the client’s next event!

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