Katie’s Korner

Katie’s Korner explores the craftsmanship, process, and design thinking behind our custom cosplay builds — from tailoring and fabrication to the details that make a costume truly wearable.

LODI — Translating a Destiny Character from Digital World to Wearable Reality
Todd Welch Todd Welch

LODI — Translating a Destiny Character from Digital World to Wearable Reality

Bringing a Destiny character to life means more than accuracy — it means translating something digital into a wearable, living presence. In this behind-the-scenes look, Katie Strength reflects on how the LODI costumes moved from reference to reality through thoughtful tailoring, integrated structure, and her long-standing creative partnership with Todd Welch at OuterRim Creatives.

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Katie's Korner: Super Floss to the Rescue!
Todd Welch Todd Welch

Katie's Korner: Super Floss to the Rescue!

What do floss containers, superhero boots, and a nonprofit on a mission have in common? They all came together in this custom mascot build for the AAPD Foundation! Katie walks you through every laugh-filled, detail-obsessed step of the process—cape swishes and all.

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