"My mom taught me how to sew when I was in second grade. The first thing I ever made was a pillow. By the time I was twenty, I was tired of using her sewing machine --- it had been around a long time and was pretty old --- so she bought me one of my own. Later, I majored in painting at the Memphis College of Art, but I spent more time in the surface design room than with my paints. Now I design cosplay costumes and sell them all over the United States, Canada, and even across the pond. To date, I've made more than five hundred. I really enjoy the cosplay and anime culture; it's where I've met most of my friends. The atmosphere is very positive, and people are always willing to help each other out. Sailor Moon costumes are one of my specialties, although my current favorites to make are the Popeye ones. My 5-year-old daughter is beginning to show an interest in sewing too, so I may have a chance to pass this skill down to her." [Katie pictured here with mom, Judy]
Images below courtesy of Katie Jones, from her Etsy Shop, Magic Star Cosplay:
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