Guest Announcement: Turtle Smithy
Kyle and Malinda are an award-winning veteran cosplay duo crafting full-time for their own business: Turtle Smithy.
As cosplayers with nearly 20 years of experience each, they are well-rounded in various techniques including sewing, wig styling, prop/armor construction, and more!
Ex-Shadow (Kyle) has had a passion for breathing life into his favorite characters since he was a kid. His specialties are armor and props, but he's no stranger to sewing. He has traveled far and wide as a cosplay panelist and judge. A few of his accomplishments include being the first winner of C2E2's Crown Championships of Cosplay and creating armor patterns for Simplicity.
Malindachan (Malinda) especially loves sewing and wig styling, and you might be familiar with the numerous tutorials she's created for Arda Wigs. She's been invited as a guest speaker and contest craftsmanship judge internationally thanks to her clean craftsmanship. While she was Arda's House Stylist, she collaborated with brands such as Simplicity Patterns, McCalls Patterns, and Sideshow Collectables.
