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Got all the small commissions done.  Barring any unforeseeable catastrophes like the flu or some shit, Honchkrow should be done by next weekend and then Gallade shortly after.

weeeeeeeeeeeee.

IN OTHER NEWS, because this is totally relevant to everything, I have an MRI this afternoon to get a look at the massive uncomfortable cyst on the back of my knee.  (It kind of limits how long I can sit cross-legged with a sewing project in my lap.)  Also I just kind of feel like complaining about it because it is very painful and makes doing aikido, which is the love of my life, rather agonizing.  FML.
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Remember how I said I'd do a batch of plush in a month?  Yeah, that fizzled really good.  Apologies to my commissioners, my work hours went way up and my energy level way down (especially because I went off my adderall, lol).  Finally adjusting to that but OH GOD IT'S CHRISTMAS NOW, I HAVE PRESENTS TO DO.

Rankurusu is done, Giratina and Honchkrow have been started, but they're on hold until I get some pressies done. x_x

Sorry again. ): I suck.
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Commission Info

How this works:
If I charged a rate that was just for time + materials, not even Bill Gates would be able to afford these things.  So, what’s going to happen is a base fee range for size and complexity that will be narrowed down upon discussion of what the buyer wants.   The buyer will also be responsible for any additional/more expensive materials and shipping.

I've been really slow lately with commissions, and my goal is to change that before I turn into a starving artist.  Thus, I will take three orders at a time and my goal is to finish all three within a month of receiving them.  Commissions will reopen once all three are done.  I'll also take on two additional tiny things because I like doing those when I feel like crashing in front of the TV and not doing much of anything.

Pricing and payment:
Pricing is going to be based on size and complexity, this range is just a guideline.  A 12-inch Oddish is going to cost a lot less than a 12-inch Venusaur.  Final prices will be negotiated on when the buyer is contacted at the start of the project.  This price range is not set in stone.

For the love of god, please specify how big you want it when you inquire.  Don't ask me how much a medium whatever is going to cost, ask me how much a 30" whatever is going to cost.  I can't read your mind.

Animal-type plushies (Minimum price for size, price will increase based on complexity.  Something very simple like say, Jigglypuff would be a minimum.  Inquire by note if you want a price estimate on something.  In-between sizes are allowed, just say how large you want it):

-CURRENTLY CLOSED-

Other:
Keychain/Phone strap: $20 (Comes with phone strap, keychain can be substituted at a slightly increased cost.  Limited to what colors I currently have.)

Pokewalker Cozy: $15 (Comes with neck lanyard.  Limited to what colors I currently have.)

Humanoid Doll: $70-$100, depends on complexity and style.  Doll itself is about 18 inches tall, unless otherwise requested and the price will rise or fall to match.

Shipping and materials costs will be determined project to project.  I default make plushies out of anti-pill fleece, sometimes blizzard fleece if I need a colour I can’t find in the anti-pill section, and this is included in the base price.  Prices on fleece vary through the year.  If fleece becomes more expensive, I reserve the right to take the extra costs out of the buyer’s hide.  If the buyer wishes for an alternate fabric (faux fur or minky or whatever), special eyes, wire frames, or additional whatevers, the extra cost will be added in.  Colors may be substituted at no extra cost.  All of this will be determined at the start of the project; I adhere firmly to “no surprises.”  

Payment will be in two installments through Paypal.  The first will be a 50% (or more, at the buyer’s discretion) deposit after the price is agreed upon before construction begins.  The second will be the remainder of the cost and shipping charges, paid upon completion before the plushie is sent out.  The buyer is also responsible for Paypal fees.  The buyer may request to be kept up-to-date with photos of progress, but may not bug me constantly.  If the buyer can reach me IRL, cash works too.

Additional caveats:
I reserve the right to decline any request from a buyer during negotiations.  I also reserve the right to refund a buyer’s money and tell them to go teach their grandmother how to milk ducks if they become an unbearable nuisance.  No one is forcing you to buy from me, and no one is forcing me to do this for you.   

If you are on the waiting list, DO NOT bug me to see if I’m finished/near-finished so-and-so’s plushie, going to do yours next, etc. etc., or I will boot you off the list so fast a black hole will be left in your wake, and you can join again at the bottom.  I have neither the patience nor the desire to cater to idiots.

I reserve the right to change my prices at any time between projects.

I reserve the right to stop making plushies at any time after a project is completed.  Just because you’re on the waiting list does not mean I have agreed to make you a plushie.  If this stops being fun for me, I will stop making them.  I will not stop during a project.

Legal jargon:

Pokemon, all related character designs, likenesses, images and logos are © Nintendo Co., Ltd.  Any other characters are © their respective creators.  Seller does not imply, infer, or otherwise claim ownership over them or their use.  Seller claims ownership over any patterns or independently created designs, but all proceeds from sales are for materials and fabrication work only.  Seller does not make a profit from any sale of these plushies.

Seller does not grant to you, the buyer, the right to re-sell or otherwise redistribute these plushies for profit.  By purchasing, buyer accepts all legal responsibilities and waives the right to pursue seller for legal damages.

Work list
Bulba's Rankusuru
Ultra-devil-chao's Honchkrow
Racer's Giratina (origin)
Nola's Duskull

Small things (plush charms, plushies smaller than 6)
-OPEN-
-OPEN-

SUPER SPECIAL AWESOME LONG-TERM PROJECT
Hicke's Gallade

Finished
Cit's Charbon and Alex Dolls
Chaltab's Oddish
Mafiosa's Squirtle
Delcat's Parasect
Weird's Flareon
Uno's Quilava
Twi's Misdreavus


For Sale
Lotad
Buneary
Wynaut


Got a question?  Want to claim a spot?  Comment below.

P.S. I am dead serious about pricing inquiries by note.  Don't ask for a price in the comments, I won't answer you.  I charge case-by-case, based on my experience and estimated time required.  I do not want to hear "but you charged so-and-so less."
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HAHAHAHA

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Remember how I said I'd probably reopen commissions soon?

I LIED. :D  I am so behind on stuff, work is tiring me out like whoa.

To do list:
Misdreavus commission
MASSIVE RAIKOU (ok it's like 2 feet tall shut up)
Dustin's b-day present
Del's b-day present
Mark-sensei's present
David's present
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A) I HAVE A JOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOB, I am now working at Jo-Ann Fabrics. :Db Had my first day today.

B) THIS IS THE BEST MOTHERFUCKING SPAGHETTI EVER I AM SO AMAZING.  Or I'm so hungry, an old boot would taste fantastic.  Let's go with the prior.  Also, holy shit you guys, cooking a meal when you haven't eaten in eight hours is completely unintentional self-inflicted torture.

C) Probably going to open commissions again next week.
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