Kiwi Ninamori is a passionate cosplayer and craftmanship judge from North Carolina. After teaching herself to sew cosplays in 2008, she furthered her skills while earning a bachelor’s degree in Fashion Textiles. She has also worked in education and alterations for David’s Bridal. Her award-winning cosplays are known for their attention to detail, unique fabric choices, hand embroidery, dye work, and colorful beading. For every cosplay build, she aims to learn a new technique of construction and studies a wide range of crafting skills. Not only does she love strutting on the stage in intricate cosplays, she also enjoys entertaining a crowd with her whimsical and dramatic cosplay performances. Within the cosplay community, Kiwi Ninamori strives to promote positivity, inclusion, and good sportsmanship.