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Thursday, January 12, 2012

How I Make My Furry Costumes: Q+A with Lee Strom (a.k.a. Chairo)

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About how much do they cost?

Depending on quality, detail, and reputation of the maker, costumes vary greatly in price from just a few hundred dollars to well over $5,000. Average prices range from $1,500 to $3,000 for a well-made fursuit.

Do you make fursuits for a living? For that matter, can fursuits be made for living?

Unlike several talented individuals in our community, I do not make a living at making costumes. However, my creations generally fetch between $2,000 and $3000, and they take several months to complete in my spare time. If I were to bear down and work solely on a costume, I could get a full suit done in about a week.

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