~Ann's Kigurumi FAQ's~

Q:What exactly is Kigurumi Cosplay?

Q:What exactly is Cosplay?

Q: What does costume commission mean?

Q:I love Kigurumi, and I would love to do it and I know you'll want a picture of me in the costume for your site. Will you keep my identity hidden so no one knows it's me?

Q: What types of payments do you accept?

Q: How do you figure up the Estimates for the Kigurumi Costumes you commission?

Q: When Do I have to pay you to commission a costume for me?

Q: Why do your costumes cost so much?

Q: When is the best time to commission a Kigurumi costume with mask and everything? What if I want just a mask?

Q: Do you make the masks with and without the wigs as well?

Q: When asking for an estimate for a Kigurumi costume, how should I ask?

Q: I Ordered a costume and sent you the down payment but I want to switch characters, would that cost extra?

Q: How long will it take to make my Mask and costume?

Q: Help! My mask broke! Can you fix it? If so, how much will it cost?

Q: What does prototype or premade mask form mean?

Q: Do I get the new headform you made, after you make my mask?

Q: I need a costume really soon and I can't find anyone to make it for me, can I get you to do it in a rush? If so what's the cost?

Q:What exactly is Kigurumi Cosplay?

A: Kigurumi Cosplay is a different form of cosplay. When doing Kigurumi Cosplay, the person wears a Full bodysuit that covers all of the body accept the front of the face with all hair tucked in, then they wear the costume and accessories of the character. Then there is a mask which covers the entire head. While doing the cosplay, the person is not supposed to speak as I have been told. This allows the cosplay to transform into that character more completely. Also one more thing is if guys want to do any female characters then they will need fake breasts which I can offer as well for extra cost.

Q:What exactly is Cosplay?

A: Cosplay is a short word for the term "Costume Play" meaning a person or people get into costumes of their favorite Characters and have fun. Very simple and enjoyable to do.

Q: What does costume commission mean?

A: It means you get a person to make you a costume. This in general also means that you get a person like myself to make you something for your needs like a costume made to fit you by your body's measurements.

Q:I love Kigurumi, and I would love to do it and I know you'll want a picture of me in the costume for your site. Will you keep my identity hidden so no one knows it's me?

A: Yes and I understand. Of course I will want a picture for my website but I will never tell anyone who any of my customers are. The only people that will know who it is is myself and the customer. I will not even mention if the person is male or female. It really isn't anyone's bussiness anyway and if anyone asks then I will tell them that.

Q: What types of payments do you accept?

A: I accept Money orders, Western union, and paypal at www.paypal.com. I no longer accept credit cards through paypal. Paypal is most preferred though.

Q: How do you figure up the Estimates for the Kigurumi Costumes you commission?

A: I figure up the Estimate by the Cost of Materials and other things I might need in order to make the Costume. Then I add labor and shipping costs.

Q: When Do I have to pay you to commission a costume for me?

A: You pay me As soon as you can.Usually with just the down payment first which is usually 50% of the total or unless an agreement between me and the customer has come to a conclusion. I do not start working on the costume until I get paid the down payment. The Reason for this is the fact that I have to buy the materials and I also have to use Gas to go and get the materials. I would lose money if I paid money out of my pocket for someone Else's costume. They could just cancel the commission of the costume when I get halfway done, then I'm stuck with the costume.

Q: Why do your costumes cost so much?

A: Simple... it takes a lot of time to make these Costumes and masks... I charge Depending on the materials, going to get these materials ( and some are hard to find or are Very Expensive). I also have other Expense's I have to pay to keep my business up. It also takes a lot of time to make the patterns too. This is My Career and this is what I do. Would you want to Spend hours and hours working so hard on something for someone else and not get any money for doing it? That would be like working at a normal job for free. Also some items have to be ordered online making it cost more because of the online store shipping fees.

Q: When is the best time to commission a Kigurumi costume with mask and everything? What if I want just a mask?

A: The best time to place your commission for the Costume, Mask and bodysuit is at least 3 months before the convention or get together you are going to. The mask will take a few weeks to make depending on the prototype I use. If you are wanting just a mask then it would be best to do it 3 months before your event as well... this will give me time to make it and for shipping.

Q: Do you make the masks with and without the wigs as well?

A:Yes, I can offer a full mask with or without a wig. If you would like another commissioner to commission your wig for you then you can ask me to make just the mask. I can however add velcro on the mask and this way you can just add some velcro on the wig yourself to attach it. Velcro allows the wearer to switch out wigs and use the mask for other Kigurumi Cosplays. Though your mask may not work for some characters but this will still give you more freedom. I have to give Yu credit for this Idea.

Q: When asking for an estimate for a Kigurumi costume, how should I ask?

A: The best way is to be specific about the name of your character and what Anime they are from. Pictures are also a big help and by including pictures with an inquiry I can get back to you with an estiamate alot quicker. The most important thing to mention is the date you need the costume so that can tell you if I will be able to take your commission or not.

Q: I Ordered a costume and sent you the down payment but I want to switch characters, would that cost extra?

A: In some scenarios it would not cost Extra for Example, if you had an Inuyasha costume commission (wich requirs Red and White fabric) and you want to to change that Character to Kikyo (this Requires the same materials) Then it does not cost more as long as I have not started on the costume. If I already have started on the costume then yes it will. If I had begun on the Inuyasha costume and you wanted to switch then you will have to pay $10/ hour of labor that was put into the costume so I can alter it into Kikyo. If you want a costume Changed and it's totally different from the one you originally wanted then you will have to pay for materials for that costume you want. There is no refund for the down payment you put on the old one. I keep the materials for the old costume and the down payment is not refunded.(this makes up for my lost time.)

Q: How long will it take to make my Mask and costume?.

A: It will take a few weeks because of drying time for the mask but the bodysuit and costume should only take about 1 week and 1/2.

Q: Help! My mask broke! Can you fix it? If so, how much will it cost?.

A: I can fix it for you but it will cost extra. It depends on what's broke on the mask that determines the cost. Again I will charge only for the materials and the labor cost to fix it. Just email me and be as specific as possible as to what is broke on the mask. If you can, send pictures of it.

Q: What does prototype or premade head form mean?

A: Basically it's a headform I use to make the mask. This is what I use to get the shape of the mask. If I have to make a new Head form then it will cost more because of more time and materials. If you want one made from a form I already have like the mask you will see on my site then the cost is less. If you have more questions about this you may email me.

Q: Do I get the new headform you made, after you make my mask?

A: Sorry but no. Someone else may need the same mask made and it will be easier for me and cheaper for that person and make mask making cheaper.

Q: I need a costume really soon and I can't find anyone to make it for me, can I get you to do it in a rush? If so what's the cost?

A: If I am not Super booked then I will take your Order. Below is a list fees according to the time needed.

Kigurumi Costume Rushing Fees:The Fee is also added to the costume total.Please Email me first to check if I can rush your order.

Needed in 1 week
Needed in 2 weeks
Needed in 3 weeks
Needed in 4 weeks
$200 $100 $75 $50