Costume Frequently Asked Questions

Background

How much experience do you have?

Arito has been designing 3D characters in Second Life for nearly half a decade. He has a varied background in visual design and crafting and has made quite a few costumes so far. Sophie has a solid background in traditional 2D artwork and has been creating costumes for quite some time. All of this experience means that Luskwood Creatures has a strong grounding in visual design, color theory, proportions, and the intuitive construction of consistent and unified characters. In addition, we are both avid con fursuiters and own suits made by a variety of creators; we are aware, through personal and often painful experiences, of what works and doesn't work as far as construction, heat concerns, visibility, and general wearability goes.

Example of a 2D drawing converted into a costume.

Construction

What am I getting when I choose a Luskwood costume?

By default, we construct our suits using only high quality materials. We believe that when you skimp on cost of materials, particularly fur, it shows - that's not what anyone wants. Our heads and feet are hand carved from large blocks of foam and are very durable. We use plastic reinforcements in large ears and other feasible locations. Our heads are lined with moisture-wicking material and we use only durable, sturdy zippers. All seams are sewn using heavy-weight thread with strong zigzag and double-back stitching. Our tails are typically light for their size. On top of all of this, we offer a generous warranty.

Do you do partial costumes?

We do not currently make partial costumes, sorry!

Can I order separate costumes pieces from you?

Unfortunately we do not make separate pieces or heads at this time.

Requirements

What will I need to provide in order to get a costume?

We require a duct-tape dummy (and a few measurements) for accurate sizing. Concept art with 3 angles is also a must.

Do I really need a duct tape dummy?

Yes, we require duct tape dummies to ensure a perfect fit and proper padding placement. If you don't mind a baggy costume, we can sometimes work from measurements only.

Features

What pieces would I be getting, basically?

Our basic full suits include: body suit with hidden front zipper; attached hand paws (with snap closures); separate foot paws; a separate belt-loop tail; and a separate foam carved head with an inner lining. If you would like detached hands (to wear separately) please indicate that in the notes field at the end of the order form.

Do you use latex?

We can make latex noses and pads by request for an additional charge.

Do you do moveable jaws?

We can do moveable jaws; simply indicate that you would like one on the quote form.

What about pockets to store things?

In most cases we try to put a pocket in the foot of each of our costumes; the pocket can hold a few cards (hotel, ID, credit). We can make other pockets if you ask.

Do you work with electronics/animatronics in your suits?

Not at the moment.

Shipping

How will I receive the costume when it is complete?

If you will be attending a convention that we will be at, we will hand deliver the costume to you there. If not, we use UPS for worldwide shipping. We will ship via ground by default, but we can also ship 3 day air (for the additional UPS cost).

Payments and Pricing

What prices should I expect?

Our full costumes normally range from USD$1550 to USD$1650. Complicated features can make the price higher, of course.

What type of payments do you accept?

We currently prefer PayPal for payments, but we can work with you if you are unable to use PayPal.

Can I break my payments down into smaller chunks?

Absolutely! We use a custom payment system that integrates with PayPal and allows you to pay as much or as little as you'd like. Keep in mind that we need your full deposit within 7 business days to hold your slot, and your full costume payment a month before your costume is scheduled for completion.

Do I need to pay extra for PayPal fees?

Nope! PayPal fees are included in our prices.

Do I have to worry about tax?

We add sales tax to every quote for residents of Florida.

Warranty and Repairs

What kind of warranty do I get with the costume?

We offer a 90 day warranty from defects in construction. If anything breaks that shouldn't have, clean the costume and send it back and we will repair it free of charge (does not include negligence). We can perform repairs at a minimal cost outside of this window, see our support page for more information.

Other Questions

I wanted to get a fursuit made that is based on my Luskwood Avatar in Second Life®, is this okay?

Sure! We consider that fair use of our designs, regardless of who you are going to for the fursuit. As long as you are not selling them you're pretty much okay.

Can I talk to someone before I submit a quote?
What if I have a question that isn't covered here?

Please feel free to email us at with any questions! You can also use AIM® to message us at luskwood (Add Buddy).