Custom Charms
Thank you for your interest in a custom charm.
My commission list is usually open; however, I may not be able to take custom orders that are time sensitive (e.g. need it by a birthday or certain date). I accept commissions from various sites (facebook, tumblr, deviantART, Etsy, Weebly) and try to work on charms in the order they were received.
My commission list is usually open; however, I may not be able to take custom orders that are time sensitive (e.g. need it by a birthday or certain date). I accept commissions from various sites (facebook, tumblr, deviantART, Etsy, Weebly) and try to work on charms in the order they were received.
Cost of Custom Charms
• Variationsª: same as priced
• New characters start at $14 USD
• Non-humanoidsᵇ start at $9 USD
Shipping:
USA: $3.25 USD
Canada: $11 USD
Everywhere else: $15 USD
Please provide images and I will be able to offer an accurate price quote. Quotes are provided in USD. Please note that payment of all charms is required up front, currently listed and custom. Images will be sent throughout the process on custom orders.
ª Modifying current shop items. Different colors with the same design is an example of a variation. I can personalize any of my charms. Additions (adding accessories/making it larger) or reductions will result in an adjusted total.
ᵇ Examples include my Dragon series and Boba Tea Buddies charms. These charms are not made using the same design as the character charms. The CLAYnimal Kingdom charms, for example, are considered humanoid and do not fall under this category.
• New characters start at $14 USD
• Non-humanoidsᵇ start at $9 USD
Shipping:
USA: $3.25 USD
Canada: $11 USD
Everywhere else: $15 USD
Please provide images and I will be able to offer an accurate price quote. Quotes are provided in USD. Please note that payment of all charms is required up front, currently listed and custom. Images will be sent throughout the process on custom orders.
ª Modifying current shop items. Different colors with the same design is an example of a variation. I can personalize any of my charms. Additions (adding accessories/making it larger) or reductions will result in an adjusted total.
ᵇ Examples include my Dragon series and Boba Tea Buddies charms. These charms are not made using the same design as the character charms. The CLAYnimal Kingdom charms, for example, are considered humanoid and do not fall under this category.
The Process
Before crafting
Please send:
1) At least 1 clear body image of the individual(s)
so that I am able to see:
▬ hairstyle (sometimes requires a back image)
▬ the desired outfit
▬ colors of skin, hair, and outfit
▬ other defining characteristics (e.g. scars, eye patches, etc.)
2) A brief description of the character (who it is and from which show/game/etc.)
Inform me of the character’s eye color and if there are any specific features you would like included or excluded.
When I am able to begin work on the charm, a custom listing will be created in the Custom Orders section for purchase.
If paying through money order, I will send you an invoice via e-mail. Please let me know the state or country where I will be shipping the charm so I can include the appropriate shipping total.
During crafting
1. I send a preview image twice before finalizing — once before baking and again after painting. This is to see if there are any changes you would like, as well as to make sure features such as eye color are correct.
2. A final image is sent for approval after the charm has been cured and painted. Changes to the paint can still be made.
The crafting process may take anywhere from a few days to 2 or more weeks, depending on the flow of communication. This is to ensure the envisioned charm matches the finished product. If you would like to make other arrangements for communication, I am open to that as well.
After crafting
When complete, the chibis are sent off. A tracking number is is also provided.
Please send:
1) At least 1 clear body image of the individual(s)
so that I am able to see:
▬ hairstyle (sometimes requires a back image)
▬ the desired outfit
▬ colors of skin, hair, and outfit
▬ other defining characteristics (e.g. scars, eye patches, etc.)
2) A brief description of the character (who it is and from which show/game/etc.)
Inform me of the character’s eye color and if there are any specific features you would like included or excluded.
When I am able to begin work on the charm, a custom listing will be created in the Custom Orders section for purchase.
If paying through money order, I will send you an invoice via e-mail. Please let me know the state or country where I will be shipping the charm so I can include the appropriate shipping total.
During crafting
1. I send a preview image twice before finalizing — once before baking and again after painting. This is to see if there are any changes you would like, as well as to make sure features such as eye color are correct.
2. A final image is sent for approval after the charm has been cured and painted. Changes to the paint can still be made.
The crafting process may take anywhere from a few days to 2 or more weeks, depending on the flow of communication. This is to ensure the envisioned charm matches the finished product. If you would like to make other arrangements for communication, I am open to that as well.
After crafting
When complete, the chibis are sent off. A tracking number is is also provided.
Custom Charm FAQ
Do you have a specialty?
Most character designs are welcome, original and inspired. I craft cute versions and focus on defining features that make the character unique. I am still harnessing my craft at animals and other non-humanoid characters, so my ability to fulfill those requests vary.
I want my charm holding something. Can you do that?
Absolutely! Accessories add to the fun of crafting charms. Samples of accessories are swords, helmets, a bow and arrows, a backpack, a pet, etc.
Can the accessory be big?
I certainly can make accessories larger. The accessories I include are small for durability. My charms are intended to be worn as jewelry or pendants and that is why accessories tend to be smaller or bend around the charm's body. This greatly reduces the chances of the charm snagging onto clothing or other objects and breaking. While my charms are durable, they are made from clay, not plastic. I would be happy to customize the charm the way you like and I will let you know if a particular feature or size runs the risk of breakage. I can always modify an accessory (e.g. make it smaller) to fit the charm. If a risk note has been sent and you would still like the charm with large accessories, I am happy to add them, though I cannot be held responsible for any damage caused as a result.
I saw that you made _________. Can I order one with a different color?
Yes! Using the same design but different colors is a variation. Any of my charms can be modified to fit your specifications at no extra cost. Requesting a different size or adding accessories, however, may require more (or less) material and would carry a different total.
Is there a wait time?
There may be times when I am unable to start working on a charm right away. I do have a journal on deviantART that provides updates regarding my current work load. Please refer to it to get an idea as to how progress is going: http://fav.me/d58uvtd
Most character designs are welcome, original and inspired. I craft cute versions and focus on defining features that make the character unique. I am still harnessing my craft at animals and other non-humanoid characters, so my ability to fulfill those requests vary.
I want my charm holding something. Can you do that?
Absolutely! Accessories add to the fun of crafting charms. Samples of accessories are swords, helmets, a bow and arrows, a backpack, a pet, etc.
Can the accessory be big?
I certainly can make accessories larger. The accessories I include are small for durability. My charms are intended to be worn as jewelry or pendants and that is why accessories tend to be smaller or bend around the charm's body. This greatly reduces the chances of the charm snagging onto clothing or other objects and breaking. While my charms are durable, they are made from clay, not plastic. I would be happy to customize the charm the way you like and I will let you know if a particular feature or size runs the risk of breakage. I can always modify an accessory (e.g. make it smaller) to fit the charm. If a risk note has been sent and you would still like the charm with large accessories, I am happy to add them, though I cannot be held responsible for any damage caused as a result.
I saw that you made _________. Can I order one with a different color?
Yes! Using the same design but different colors is a variation. Any of my charms can be modified to fit your specifications at no extra cost. Requesting a different size or adding accessories, however, may require more (or less) material and would carry a different total.
Is there a wait time?
There may be times when I am unable to start working on a charm right away. I do have a journal on deviantART that provides updates regarding my current work load. Please refer to it to get an idea as to how progress is going: http://fav.me/d58uvtd