New Designs and an Announcement [11 Oct 2006|08:50pm] I've received a number of emails lately asking when Custom Persuasion would reopen, and when this year's Halloween designs would be released. Unfortunately, I have to announce that Custom Persuasion will be remaining closed indefinitely. To make a very long story short, I've been sick, and detail-oriented work like symbol painting triggers a vertigo-like effect that can last for days. My docs have no idea what's wrong, but it may be chronic eyestrain caused by a bad pair of glasses I purchased last year. Honestly, if you wear prescription glasses and feel like the prescription or the fit might be off, even just slightly, talk to your eye doctor about it. I do hope to return to customizing eventually, but for now, that's simply not possible. My original Halloween plan this year was to revisit some of my very early designs and update them with my current technique. I was only able to finish one -- Arachne, an updated version of 2003's Creepy Crawlie (and oh, what a difference three years can make, LOL). I also had two carousel designs from earlier this year ready to go, so all three are now on eBay. ( Click the thumbnails above to go directly to the auctions, or check the LJ-cut for a bigger photo of each design. ) (Update: Arachne's been sold) I realize the reserves and BINs are a bit higher than what I normally charge. I feel that the time spent on and the quality of each makes the asking prices quite fair, and I'd rather just hold onto them than sell them for less. ;) ------ Finally, for those who are interested, I'm still crafting and selling online. Sewing is far less taxing on my eyes, so I've morphed my old Mint Conspiracy site into an Etsy shop specializing in unique plush designs. Please feel free to take a peek -- it's a bit sparse at the moment, but I try to update several times a week: Whew -- that's it for now. This LJ will obviously be inactive for a while, but feel free to keep it friended if you'd like to be notified when and if Custom Persuasion reopens. In the meantime, the CP site's gallery and tutorial will remain open. ^_^ Thank you to everyone who's shown such interest in my designs! 14 comments|post comment

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