Villainous Prop Shop grew out of founder Peter Snyder’s hobby of designing and printing character helmets, bringing a team of artists and makers together around that shared interest. In business since 2018, the shop creates made-to-order cosplay pieces sized to each customer, with more than 12 years of combined experience in art, design, and manufacturing.
The Specialists LtdFounded in New York City in 1981 as a theatrical armory, The Specialists Ltd. has grown into a second-generation family business building props, scenic pieces and graphics for film, television, theater and live experiences. Its 60,000-square-foot Queens facility brings modern tools such as 3D printing and CNC machining together with hands-on sculpting, mold-making and blacksmithing, allowing the team to tackle both practical production pieces and elaborate moving creations.RIDGEWOOD, NY
Cosmanles Co.,LtdFounded in 2008, Cosmanles Co., Ltd. is a China-based company with more than a decade of experience creating cosplay costumes for fans and event-goers. It operates a design department and clothing factory, with customized sizing available for customers in international markets.NEW YORK, NY
AllBobbleheads.comSince 1998, AllBobbleheads.com has built its name around handmade personalized figures from its Rockville Centre, New York base. The company began making individual custom bobbleheads in 2008, working from customer photos for gifts, keepsakes, and larger commissioned orders.HICKSVILLE, NY
Pierre’s Mascots & CostumesIn Philadelphia’s Old City, Pierre’s Mascots & Costumes designs and makes professional mascots and costumes while also maintaining an enormous rental wardrobe. The full-service costume house traces its roots to 1876’s Miller Costumier and still works on the premises using traditional tailoring techniques. Its theatrical rental stock exceeds one million pieces, and the company says it has created more than 45,000 mascots.315210PHILADELPHIA, PA