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All the samples are being made!

Added 2023-06-05 08:20:11 +0000 UTC

So much is being made behind the scenes at the moment in preparation for a con I'm doing at the end of July and for the autumn, I must have about 20-30 new things in the works.

I used to think that spring/summer was the calm period for me, but last year and this year has proved that it's just as busy as ever.

Because I've been branching out to new items, I need to plan 3-6 months in advance to allow time for samples, revisions and the actual production/shipping. But even then, I feel like it isn't enough time and is still cutting it close.

If you missed my infographic from earlier this year, this is what the production cycle kinda looks like.

The times for everything can vary a lot depending on what's being made. For example, small items can be shipped within a week but large orders can take 30-45 days.

The products/images I've shared here are only samples I've ordered. And it's possible that many of these items will never reach the shop/public if the quality of them isn't good.

But fingers crossed that everything is amazing because it would be SO cool to bring you all these new things! The mugs (and possibly other ceramics 👀) are what I'm most excited about.

What else should I make for autumn/Christmas? Cause we gotta start making it now! 😆