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Title: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Arriving!
Post by: CustomSwap on August 02, 2014, 07:39:05 AM
Hi there! Welcome to the Arena Official Halloween Custom Swap!  Come join us for some spooky Halloween fun! The ponies for this swap will be themed to anything to do with Halloween. Please keep your partner's interests and likes in mind when you are creating your custom, other than that the sky is the limit. You many choose between two categories; Classic Ponies or Ponies Plus. A description of the categories can be found below. So get to reading the rules and filling out your forms my little spooks and creepy critters!

Please remember to always check your organizer's feedback before joining a swap.
kaoskat's feedback (http://mlparena.com/index.php?action=trader&id=7539)
CSA's feedback (http://mlparena.com/index.php?action=trader&id=7014)



Signups: 8/2-8/9
Partners: 8/12
Check In: 8/30
Photo: 9/15
Int ship: 9/22-9/29
Ship: 9/24-10/1


Rules:
1. You must have 10 positive Arena feedback and no negative Arena feedback. At least 5 of those feedback need to be for selling or trading.
2. You must have been an Arena member for at least 6 months before sign ups are over.
3. You must have pictures of at least 3 of your most recent customs to show the quality of your work. This is a skill based swap and we need to know where to put you.
4. Ship on time! We realize real life issues come up sometimes. If this happens, We want to know about it as soon as you realize you will be late.
5. No shipping early! We will be withholding addresses until shipping time to prevent this. The exception will be after final check in and your partner is ready to ship as well. We don't want anyone disappointed in this swap, so it's best for everyone to hold off until we are sure their partners haven't disappeared.
6. Be prepared with progress pics during progress dates. If you are without letting us know beforehand, you WILL be pulled.
7. Send us pictures of your completed custom before you ship. We want to know your custom is complete before it goes out.
8. Let us know right away when you ship your pony and when you receive one.
9. Do not let anyone know who your partner is. It is secret.
10. Extras are required. Around $5 of Halloween candy/treats should be included.
11. This swap includes all generations of ponies (G1, G2, G3, G3.5, and G4), if there are any of these you do not like, include that in your form. Do not use any fakies unless your partner requests it.
12. You must be in no more than 2 other custom swaps (total of 3).
13. The title of your PM should be Spooktacular, so we know you read the rules. If the title of your pm is not right, you will not be added to the sign up list.
14. PM the sign up form to us (CustomSwap (http://mlparena.com/index.php?action=profile;u=6054)) by the sign up deadline. We will do our very best to get partners out on or before the August 12.
15. You must check in with pictures for the final check in 1 week before shipping. If you do not check in, you will not be receiving a pony.
16. KEEP YOUR SHIPPING RECEIPTS! You need to be able to produce proof of shipping when asked. You need to hold onto your receipt until your partner confirms that they have received their pony. We also highly recommend delivery confirmation for those not shipping internationally.
17. IF AT ANYTIME YOU DO NOT ABIDE BY ANY OF THESE RULES, YOU WILL BE PULLED FROM THE SWAP. This includes, but is not limited to, missing check ins and sharing partners. Make sure you are familiar with the rules before you sign up. You are expected to follow them.


Swap categories to choose from:

Classic Pony Swap - This category is for customizers who appreciate the traditional custom pony. Most customs in this grouping will be kept fairly simple with a few minor embellishments such as jewels, small accessories and simple wings. The end result is up to you.

Ponies Plus Swap - Get creative, this category is where you can get a little crazy. Be prepared for sculpting, sewing or intricate paintwork.




Form:
Arena Name:
Real name and shipping address:
Email address (for contacting you off forum if we need to):
Link to feedback:
Links to pictures of at least 3 of your most recent customs (more than one image if each is welcome) {Please send pictures that show off the qualities you intend to possibly use on your custom. Sending me a bunch of ponies that are heavily sculpted but don't show off your painting skills when you only plan to paint or showing off ponies with no sculpting when you plan to sculpt is not very useful for pairing you up. Please choose what you feel are the best of your recent ponies displaying the qualities that would be useful for this swap.}:
Will you ship internationally?
Do you have any allergies?
Do you smoke, have pets, or any other things we should be aware of in case your partner has allergies?
What other swaps are you in?
Which generation(s) would you like to receive?
Which generation(s) do you prefer to customize?
Is there any generation you do not want to receive?
Is there anything you do not want on your custom?
Is there anything you favor on your custom?
Which category would you like to participate in (plus or classic)?

What are your favorite colors?
What are your favorite things about Halloween?
What are you favorite Halloween Candies?
Is there anything else you would like your partner to know about you (other interests, hobbies that may be useful to them when choosing a design)?


Participants:

Classic:
Whoa1234 - Shipped/Received
Mikeysgrrrl - Shipped/Received
Elfpony - Shipped/Received
aflame - Shipped/Received
Uninu - Shipped/Received
kaoskat - Shipped/Received

Plus:
jwalraven - Shipped/Received
Sarahlacewing - Shipped/Received
StrawberryMeadow - Shipped/Received
UrocyonFox - Shipped/Received
Roogna - Shipped/Received
pyrodarknessanny - Shipped/Received
RedLynx - Shipped/Received
granate - Shipped/Received
Okami_Amaterasu - Shipped/Received
babyblueducky - Shipped/Received
blackestbird - Shipped/Received
archidraca - Shipped/Received
Salli - Shipped/Received
NoDivision - Shipped
wiccanpony1 - Shipped/Received
gemini_pony - Shipped/Received
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: Colorscapesart on August 02, 2014, 07:42:34 AM
I can't wait to see what gets created this year!!!  EPIC!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: kaoskat on August 02, 2014, 07:49:56 AM
:squee:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: Sarahlacewing on August 02, 2014, 08:35:46 AM
Onward! *Attacks the thread with my love*
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: Roogna on August 02, 2014, 08:56:52 AM
I will work on my form today! :devious:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: StrawberryMeadow on August 02, 2014, 10:20:18 AM
Sent a form.

Because reasons.

Hope you don't mind, I offered to go in either category. Hopefully it will help if you need to balance numbers  :blush:

Oh ugh, sorry, I forgot my feedback link. I accidentally closed the tab the first time I was filling in the form and forgot to copy it over the second time :( sorry sorry sorry
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: jwalraven on August 02, 2014, 05:41:00 PM
I missed last time's swap. See what I might be able to do for this one.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: UrocyonFox on August 02, 2014, 05:47:21 PM
Sent in my form, eeee  :biggrin:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: pyrodarknessanny on August 02, 2014, 11:47:24 PM
sinning up :D
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: gemini_pony on August 03, 2014, 01:00:13 AM
I will send my form in when I'm not brain dead from work...
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: StrawberryMeadow on August 05, 2014, 01:08:47 AM
Bump for spookiness!
Anyone else playing this year?!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: granate on August 05, 2014, 08:48:20 AM
PM for you!!!!!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: blackestbird on August 05, 2014, 09:04:09 AM
Trying to work out if I can this time or not! Hopefully, it's my favorite :3
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: Whoa1234 on August 05, 2014, 06:04:44 PM
HALLOWEEN!!!!!!!!!
I just sent in my app!
So excited!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: aintnobuffalo on August 05, 2014, 09:58:30 PM
Very exciting! Past pictures of the Halloween swap are so fun! I hope to be able to qualify next year.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: gemini_pony on August 05, 2014, 10:09:06 PM
Very exciting! Past pictures of the Halloween swap are so fun! I hope to be able to qualify next year.

You could always do a private Halloween swap with someone else.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: aintnobuffalo on August 05, 2014, 10:12:48 PM
Very exciting! Past pictures of the Halloween swap are so fun! I hope to be able to qualify next year.

You could always do a private Halloween swap with someone else.

Oh, you're right! Some how the thought had not crossed my mind. I think will start looking after my current projects finish up in the next few weeks. Thanks for the suggestion!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: babyblueducky on August 06, 2014, 01:57:09 PM
sent my form.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: blackestbird on August 06, 2014, 03:09:24 PM
Form submitted! :frolic:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: archidraca on August 06, 2014, 08:11:46 PM
i want to see the form so i can submit but my browsers won't go to the 1st post because of a malware alert!  -_-

Nevermind. the one I never use is working...  :huh:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: kaoskat on August 06, 2014, 08:14:03 PM
i want to see the form so i can submit but my browsers won't go to the 1st post because of a malware alert!  -_-

Thank you for letting us know. I'm getting it now too. I'll let the other mods know and hopefully we can get this fixed ASAP. If you like I can PM you the form.

Post Merge: August 06, 2014, 08:38:49 PM

And fixed! Thank you SDS!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: archidraca on August 06, 2014, 09:04:02 PM
Thank you! Just submitted my form!  :biggrin:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: gemini_pony on August 06, 2014, 11:49:50 PM
Woot submitted my form! So excited!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: wiccanpony1 on August 07, 2014, 01:14:34 AM
I have been saving my last custom spot for this one:) Will work on my form and get it sent in over the weekend xx
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: BerryMouse on August 07, 2014, 02:19:51 AM
Why am I always on vacation when this cool swap is on?   :stressed:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: Elfpony on August 07, 2014, 07:01:22 AM
I'm precariously balanced on the corner of the deck which is the only spot to get wifi where I'm at on vacation to fill in my form now.  ;)

Elf
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: Sarahlacewing on August 07, 2014, 07:08:50 AM
Inspirational photos?

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Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: Roogna on August 07, 2014, 07:51:26 AM
I'm precariously balanced on the corner of the deck which is the only spot to get wifi where I'm at on vacation to fill in my form now.  ;)

Elf

have roomy hold onto you!
...on second thought, she might get inspired for one of her horrendous character deaths and claim it was Halloween themed ;)

what an awesome group of customizers signing up!!

Inspiration images from my da favs
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cute outfit!
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great colors!
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Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: Uninu on August 07, 2014, 10:57:18 AM
Halloween isn't a big thing here in Finland, but some of those inspiration pictures are really drool-worthy and would produce such great ponies I am tempted to join... So gimme more inspirational pics to help me make up my mind? ;)
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: NoDivision on August 07, 2014, 11:28:06 AM
Okay, okay. I might kick myself for this later, but I'm sending my form in :P
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: Uninu on August 07, 2014, 11:54:34 AM
Oh heck, I went to dA looking for Halloween art and now I finished writing my form... XD
So count me in!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: MikeysGrrrl on August 07, 2014, 11:56:54 AM
I sent in my app is well :)
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: NoDivision on August 07, 2014, 11:58:38 AM
darn it, I can't send mine until I get home because I need to get to my pinterest halloween board and it's blocked at work :P
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: blackestbird on August 07, 2014, 12:54:12 PM
darn it, I can't send mine until I get home because I need to get to my pinterest halloween board and it's blocked at work :P

Oh! Thanks for the unintentional reminder, I should add mine! :silly:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: Salli on August 07, 2014, 02:17:14 PM
Wow, I have not been paying attention! Working on my form now!

NoD, Pinterest board link is such a great idea!

EDIT: Yay! got it sent in. Now to add to my Pinterest board...
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: NoDivision on August 07, 2014, 04:04:55 PM
Heh. I've been using the same board for the past 3 halloween swaps I think. It's handy, especially when you're trying to discribe a visual style that you like.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: archidraca on August 07, 2014, 06:42:50 PM
Now I have a board  set up on Pinterest (http://www.pinterest.com/archidraca/halloween-swap/) and it's looking like I have 2 distinct wants...  ^^;  Diametrically opposed ones, at that...
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: Uninu on August 07, 2014, 07:05:31 PM
archidraca, those are some great pictures! I can already see how awesome customs they could inspire. :frolic:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: BethMcBeth on August 07, 2014, 10:29:28 PM
Good luck! Can't wait to see the customs, maybe next year I'll have enough feedback to participate. ;)
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: gemini_pony on August 07, 2014, 11:04:12 PM
Good luck! Can't wait to see the customs, maybe next year I'll have enough feedback to participate. ;)

You can always find someone to do a private swap with.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: StrawberryMeadow on August 08, 2014, 01:14:21 AM
Making a Pinterest board, because I am ashamed and think my form was completely NOT informative.....  :blush:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: gemini_pony on August 08, 2014, 01:38:53 AM
Making a Pinterest board, because I am ashamed and think my form was completely NOT informative.....  :blush:

Can somepony pm me and explain how to do this I have never used pinterest and just signed in using my FB. I don't understand...O__O;;;
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: StrawberryMeadow on August 08, 2014, 02:08:42 AM
I use Chrome as my browser, and it offers a plug-in that lets you Pin stuff from any image open in your browser, by hovering over the top left corner. You create a "board" and you "pin" things to it. This creates a page with a collection of pictures you can click, and when you click them it takes you to the original site. It's like having a "pinboard" of things you saw on the internet, so you can go back to them. And the best part is, other people have probably created similar boards on there too, so you can follow other peoples boards and such.

here's the one I've just started putting together: http://www.pinterest.com/onesecondpls/halloween-swap-ideas-for-strawberry-meadow/ (http://www.pinterest.com/onesecondpls/halloween-swap-ideas-for-strawberry-meadow/)
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: UrocyonFox on August 08, 2014, 05:36:55 AM
So I have been favoriting stuff on my non pony dA for inspiration
**Edit** I just worked on the pinterest file (I am figuring out how to link it to my profile) I had no idea you could pin pin pinterest FROM dA! excellent
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: wiccanpony1 on August 08, 2014, 05:57:55 AM
Form sent in:)

Post Merge: August 08, 2014, 06:01:29 AM

Good luck! Can't wait to see the customs, maybe next year I'll have enough feedback to participate. ;)

Im always up for private swaps if you fancy building some feedback:) Just PM me if you want to x
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: jwalraven on August 08, 2014, 02:05:23 PM
I haven't done Pinterest before. I think I might do in to help my swap partner(s) in the future.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: MikeysGrrrl on August 08, 2014, 07:04:16 PM
Ok, I clearly need to figure out this pinterest thing as well, I'm sure it's far more helpful then any description I can type up of my likes :blush:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: blackestbird on August 08, 2014, 07:08:26 PM
I wouldn't put all this stress and emphasis on the Pinterest thing y'all. It's helpful if you already have one, and it can be convenient to start doing for swaps if you want, but don't feel like you have to or anything! The form is inclusive and asks good questions to get ideas flowing for our partners. :heart:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: Roogna on August 08, 2014, 07:31:15 PM
I point people to my DA favs ;) I don't have pinterest
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: archidraca on August 08, 2014, 08:09:24 PM
My DA faves have become... so much noise...  :huh:  So I'm finally trying to put to use my Pinterest boards.  ^.^
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: Sarahlacewing on August 08, 2014, 08:34:40 PM
I don't have a pinterest, so my da favs speaks more for me as well.  I'm going to surf and add some more.

Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: RedLynx on August 09, 2014, 06:58:04 AM
I like the idea of a pinterest set of examples, I'll have to work on one!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: Thrice on August 09, 2014, 09:22:20 AM
I can't wait to see everybody's work this year!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: Salli on August 09, 2014, 11:15:16 AM
YAY I'm in! This is going to be so fun. Can't wait for partners!

Also, I agree that having a pintrest or da board is great but I usually get ideas reading my partners entry form :D
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: Elfpony on August 09, 2014, 11:18:22 AM

I'm precariously balanced on the corner of the deck which is the only spot to get wifi where I'm at on vacation to fill in my form now.  ;)

Elf

have roomy hold onto you!
...on second thought, she might get inspired for one of her horrendous character deaths and claim it was Halloween themed ;)

what an awesome group of customizers signing up!!

Lol, yes I wouldn't want to take the chance that Roomy would use me as an example for one of her character deaths in her next book.

I forgot to add on my form that I love goth stuff and Lolita stuff, but nothing too gory. I can't wait to get started on this once partners are assigned.

Elf
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: gemini_pony on August 09, 2014, 11:47:25 PM
I made Pinterest! I'm proud of myself, I learned something new. Plus I think this will give my partner a better idea of what I like...
http://www.pinterest.com/tiffanygreen925/halloween/
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: Uninu on August 10, 2014, 01:23:18 AM
Yay, I'm in! I can't wait to see who my partner is, all of you guys have such great inspiration pictures it will be a blast making the pony for any of you!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: Aflame on August 10, 2014, 02:38:45 AM
sent my form in xaflame
P.S btw i am on PI so pi patterns and s genes i know
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: pyrodarknessanny on August 10, 2014, 07:10:27 AM
id don't get all the fuss about PI anway'
its the biggest site for  stolen / un-sourced   images/ art
I'll stick to DA and Tublr.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: Sarahlacewing on August 10, 2014, 07:51:18 AM
I usually stalk my partner's posts and ask questions in the thread as well.  *gets her stalking shoes on*
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: RedLynx on August 10, 2014, 08:58:01 AM
I decided that since I have DA, I might as well use DA!  I now have several pages of Halloween art and ponies that I like as examples of my taste/style.  Hope it's helpful!  And...here's a few just that I thought were cool to keep thinking Halloween!

http://imlell.deviantart.com/art/Offer-to-adopt-HALLOWEEN-Closed-409808284

http://imlell.deviantart.com/art/Halloween-2013-409213139

http://imlell.deviantart.com/art/Halloween-2013-409001703
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups open!
Post by: Salli on August 10, 2014, 10:45:06 AM
I made Pinterest! I'm proud of myself, I learned something new. Plus I think this will give my partner a better idea of what I like...
http://www.pinterest.com/tiffanygreen925/halloween/

I love your board, gemini! I've never heard of a white raven before, that's awesome!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups closed! Partners Pending
Post by: Uninu on August 10, 2014, 11:10:35 AM
Wheeee, sign ups are closed! :frolic:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups closed! Partners Pending
Post by: blackestbird on August 10, 2014, 12:47:25 PM
'Partners Pending'

Yay, so excited!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups closed! Partners Pending
Post by: Aflame on August 10, 2014, 01:23:49 PM
id don't get all the fuss about PI anway'
its the biggest site for  stolen / un-sourced   images/ art
I'll stick to DA and Tublr.
no i think lunacat does all the pony designs on pony island ,however pony stars has stolen images off pony island though  !! unless you mean the art forum there as i dont go on there much just my 5 accounts ,news and disscution forums
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups closed! Partners Pending
Post by: kaoskat on August 10, 2014, 06:37:50 PM
:squee: Best partner is MINE! And I know what I'm doing!.....Well......Not really......Actually I have too many ideas.....So I do know what I'm doing just not which of the ones that one is. :silly:

Post Merge: August 10, 2014, 06:54:37 PM

Oh my gosh! I'm going to go insane! I'm so excited and I can't choose!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014; Sign ups closed! Partners Pending
Post by: archidraca on August 10, 2014, 07:00:52 PM
:cheer: Partner! :cheer:

Now to pick out themes, hair, paint, bait..... :wonder:  None of that in that order... ^^;
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: NoDivision on August 10, 2014, 07:26:09 PM
Woohoo for partners! I have to say I'm a bit stumped with this one... I'm going to have to think of some questions to ask here!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: blackestbird on August 10, 2014, 07:26:28 PM
Yay, partners! Thank you hosts for doing that so fast, wow! I am SO so excited to create for my partner! Ahhh! :frolic:

No big ideas jumping out yet for me either, so I'll be doing some stalking too hehe.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: ajmeier55 on August 10, 2014, 07:29:28 PM
Halloween, my favorite holiday. Cant wait to see what everybody comes up with.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: Roogna on August 10, 2014, 07:43:09 PM
thanks for getting us partners so fast!

at first I was stumped as there wasn't a ton to go on...but I found a picture that inspires me and incorporates 2 of my partner's likes. and I may have an idea to incorporate the other 2 main likes of my partners :)

of course, I always write a novella for my partner when I fill out lists lol :P
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: Uninu on August 10, 2014, 09:31:45 PM
Yessssssss, partners!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: gemini_pony on August 10, 2014, 09:36:32 PM
Oh man so many ideas!!! I am so excited!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: pyrodarknessanny on August 10, 2014, 09:44:57 PM
got my swap partner!
this  is going to be fun!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: Uninu on August 11, 2014, 01:09:30 AM
Bait has been picked out and will start on working around 25th after my move is over. I have some ideas what to do and I may end up combining those ideas into one pony :D
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: Aflame on August 11, 2014, 01:39:44 AM
mmmmm what bait to use ???? :what:
xaflame
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: Griffin on August 11, 2014, 02:58:46 AM
I'm sorry I had to skip this swap again due to scheduling problems, I sat out last year and this has always been one of my favourite swap themes... But I hope you all have great fun! I'll be stalking this thread and looking forward to seeing the finished customs, I'm sure they will all be epic!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: WaePonies on August 11, 2014, 04:57:00 AM
so sad i missed this ;(
xoxo
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: MikeysGrrrl on August 11, 2014, 05:02:31 AM
Thanks for getting partners out so quick, got my bait picked out and I'm looking forward to getting started :)
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: Uninu on August 11, 2014, 05:04:15 AM
Just making sure: how do you people feel about big ponies in custom swaps? I mean G3 styling size or G4 fashion size or G4zillas.

I like those three sizes and don't mind getting one from swaps :)
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Post by: StrawberryMeadow on August 11, 2014, 05:28:51 AM
That moment when you get your partner and start some seriously hard stalking....

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Post by: archidraca on August 11, 2014, 06:18:17 AM
[H]ow do you people feel about big ponies in custom swaps? I mean G3 styling size or G4 fashion size or G4zillas.

I prefer more normative sizes if there's to be a lot of sculpting. Large paint schemes are nice on grand ponies but I've always held a soft spot in my heart for detail work and teensy brushstrokes.
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Post by: Sarahlacewing on August 11, 2014, 07:00:09 AM
My answer to questions:

Are Zillas or fashion style ok?I don't mind larger size customs if that's what works best for the design.  I have some zillas in my collection so any size would fit right in.

What are your top 3 sort of iconic halloween images?
1. Black cats- I love black cats and have a black cat tattoo
2. Full moons
3. Rolling fog

Do you like Day of the dead designs?

Honestly, I usually don't like this type of design.  They usually seem too visually busy for my tastes.

If you know your partner has likes other than those on the form, either through knowing them a little over time or from hardcore stalking, is it okay to involve those, too? Or is it better to just stick to the stuff on THIS form?  I'd almost rather people stalk me, I never know what to put on the form.  Please feel free to base your custom off of my da favs, comments, conversations, stalking, anything at all.

Do you have a preference between sculpted or sewn clothing?
I'd rather sewn just because I don't have as much, but it's not critical.

Glow in the dark? I'm not super into it, but I wouldn't mind if it fit your idea. ^^

Perfume puff? Super cute and would be a ok with me.
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Post by: kaoskat on August 11, 2014, 07:22:13 AM
Just making sure: how do you people feel about big ponies in custom swaps? I mean G3 styling size or G4 fashion size or G4zillas.

I'm fine with them. Any base my partner wants to use is fine.
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Post by: NoDivision on August 11, 2014, 08:43:53 AM
Hm, okay, question time! What are your top 3 sort of iconic halloween images. You know the ones that you most often see associated with halloween. Jack o lantern, witch, bat, skeleton etc. For example, my top 3 (in no particular order) would probably be

Skulls
Candy Corn
Ravens
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Post by: Uninu on August 11, 2014, 08:47:07 AM
My top 3 iconic halloween images are:
Bat
Rat
Witch
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Post by: Roogna on August 11, 2014, 09:18:29 AM
size: well, I said no G4s, so that only leaves FS g3 and I'd prefer a more normal size...but if you have an idea that will just blow me away and HAS to be done in a bigger size, then go for it

iconic images - way too hard to narrow down, but these are three that i'm diggin on right now
witches
spiders
bats

day of the dead? I like some aspects, but maybe not 100% dotd

ideas from stalking vs form?
sure. If you check out my favs on DA, you'll have a pretty good idea of the kinds of things I like ;) that's probably your best lead beyond my answers on the form.

sculpted vs sewn clothing?
I generally prefer sculpted, but I own a couple with sewn that are pretty darn cool.

gitd?
sure :)

perfume puff hair?
I enjoy mohair and batting and puffy yarn IF it's the right fit for the overall look
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Post by: kaoskat on August 11, 2014, 09:19:26 AM
Hm, okay, question time! What are your top 3 sort of iconic halloween images. You know the ones that you most often see associated with halloween. Jack o lantern, witch, bat, skeleton etc. For example, my top 3 (in no particular order) would probably be

Skulls
Candy Corn
Ravens

Ravens
Rats
Bats
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Post by: NoDivision on August 11, 2014, 10:08:59 AM
Of course Kat likes all the critters, heh.
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Post by: Eluluu on August 11, 2014, 10:55:06 AM
nooo i missed the signups by like a day haha all well, prolly for the best since i still have to empty my plate of commissions... may jsut have to flip the private swap sign to open sooner or later and do one of these! cant wait to see what everyone comes up with! =D
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Post by: kaoskat on August 11, 2014, 10:58:32 AM
Of course Kat likes all the critters, heh.

:frolic:
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Post by: StrawberryMeadow on August 11, 2014, 11:54:47 AM
Hm, okay, question time! What are your top 3 sort of iconic halloween images. You know the ones that you most often see associated with halloween. Jack o lantern, witch, bat, skeleton etc. For example, my top 3 (in no particular order) would probably be

Skulls
Candy Corn
Ravens

Carved Pumpkins
Black Kitties (freaking love kitties)
Cute witches!
(Kiki's delivery service, then?!)
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Post by: archidraca on August 11, 2014, 11:55:08 AM
Hm, okay, question time! What are your top 3 sort of iconic halloween images. You know the ones that you most often see associated with halloween.

skeletal creatures
black animals with unnaturally glowing eyes
zombified anything

Yes, this is cheating of the upmost degree but :shrug:.
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Post by: Salli on August 11, 2014, 12:10:33 PM
SO. EXCITED!!! So many ideas! I think I need to let them roll around in my head for a day or two... Then the sketching... I adore my partner!!

Question answers:
1. Zillas? I am fine getting a zilla if you REALLY want to pay to ship that puppy ;) Mine is going to have too much sculpting/whatnot for a zilla.
2. 3 Iconic images. A spooky, foggy tree lane or cemetery (with bats or ravens); a creepy, haunted-looking building (haunted anything), a potions display/apothecary
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Post by: NoDivision on August 11, 2014, 12:20:02 PM
Oh, and sizes! I mean, sure? Whatever works (within my generation preferences.) I don't have a ton of room left for customs at this point, but yeah, sure :)
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Post by: MikeysGrrrl on August 11, 2014, 01:14:29 PM
Larger Ponies I'm cool with whatever works with your design.

Iconic Images Haunted House, Spooky cemetery moonlit scene, Jack-o-lanterns
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Post by: RedLynx on August 11, 2014, 01:37:56 PM
Hah, getting a partner in my inbox caught me by surprise!  That was lickety split!  I'm geeked to get rolling and apply some of the new things I've learned lately!  Here comes Halloween!!!!!  Here are my answers:

Zillas?  Actually, SS G4s are my all time favorite type of pony, lately, so I'd be tickled to have one.  And a G3 zilla sounds rockin'.  Never had one before.

What are your top 3 sort of iconic halloween images?
1. Black cats!
2. Jack-O-Lanterns
3. Haunted house scenes (iconic owl included, lol)!
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Post by: jwalraven on August 11, 2014, 02:00:19 PM
Are Zillas or fashion style ok? Yes, espeially if you need it to get your idea to come out great!

What are your top 3 sort of iconic halloween images?
1. pumpkins/jack-o-lanterns
2. bats
3. owls
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Post by: RedLynx on August 11, 2014, 02:05:39 PM
Well, I think I have my concept set, so it's time to sketch!
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Post by: blackestbird on August 11, 2014, 02:35:00 PM
I have some vague ideas rolling around... Can't decide what concept I wanna go with yet.

Questions:

FS/Zilla: If you want to, go for it! I wouldn't be opposed to either, and like G3 and G4. I don't own a single FS/Zilla yet, so definitely not opposed if my partner is wanting to that route.

3 fave Halloween iconic images: This is really tough for me, but I'll go with these three:

1. Ravens/crows
2. Candy Corn - I get so excited when this starts showing up in the stores!
3. Bats
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Post by: Elfpony on August 11, 2014, 05:37:14 PM
Yay partner!  I have lots of ideas, gotta make some decisions...

And to my partner, I'm sorry, I don't think I gave much info on my form. Sorry, I was on vacation and so was my brain. I'll make sure to answer questions on this thread.

1. Zillas and FS? I don't mind them, I prefer the regular sizes for g3, but I'm open.

2. Three favourite Halloween themes?  Cemeteries (I love cemeteries!), trick or treat, kitties.

Elf
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Post by: Salli on August 11, 2014, 06:53:04 PM
Speaking of cemeteries and spooky scenes and ravens... I found THE CUTEST fabric at Joann's today in their Halloween cottons. I think I will make a ball gown for my Monster High Spectra out of it. I may go buy more so I can make myself some PJ bottoms out of it or something.
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Post by: Sarahlacewing on August 11, 2014, 07:00:56 PM
That is really cool salli!
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Post by: MikeysGrrrl on August 11, 2014, 07:06:24 PM
That will make a lovely gown Salli :)
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Post by: blackestbird on August 11, 2014, 07:07:34 PM
In love with that fabric Salli! It's so pretty! I want some pj pants out of that fabric too lol! Spectra would be gorgeous in it :3
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Post by: babyblueducky on August 11, 2014, 07:13:20 PM
Are Zillas or fashion style ok? yes, it's fine with me.

What are your top 3 sort of iconic halloween images?
1. jack-o-lanterns
2. monsters
3. owls


i got my partner and i love the ideas i have for them. so excited to start on it.
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Post by: kaoskat on August 11, 2014, 08:58:55 PM
Oh my gosh! I must go to Joanns! I need that! :lovey:
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Post by: BethMcBeth on August 11, 2014, 09:10:59 PM
Form sent in:)

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Good luck! Can't wait to see the customs, maybe next year I'll have enough feedback to participate. ;)

Im always up for private swaps if you fancy building some feedback:) Just PM me if you want to x

Awesome! Sent you a message!! :)

I also love seeing everyone getting excited for this swap! Love all the ideas being thrown around! :D
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Post by: gemini_pony on August 11, 2014, 10:41:34 PM
how do you people feel about big ponies in custom swaps? I mean G3 styling size or G4 fashion size or G4zillas.
Fine by me

What are your top 3 sort of iconic halloween images

1. Ravens
2. graveyards
3. zombies
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Post by: Uninu on August 11, 2014, 10:45:46 PM
That fabric is awesome!
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Post by: gemini_pony on August 11, 2014, 11:09:37 PM
Oh I have a question!!

Do you like Day of the dead designs?
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Post by: NoDivision on August 11, 2014, 11:19:13 PM
awesome fabric. Joanns always has TONS of great halloween fabric. It's a good place to find inspiration for ponies :D
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Post by: pyrodarknessanny on August 12, 2014, 12:41:08 AM
how do you people feel about big ponies in custom swaps? I mean G3 styling size or G4 fashion size or G4zillas.

yeah there ok'

What are your top 3 sort of iconic halloween images

1. haunted / abandoned buildings
2.  owls
3.  camp/ corny  monsters from the 80's
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Post by: Uninu on August 12, 2014, 01:04:07 AM
Day of the dead designs are cool, I like them :)
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Post by: UrocyonFox on August 12, 2014, 05:44:15 AM
*plants flag* All my answers to any questions asked will be posted here, I will update it as we go along and more questions are asked.

Just making sure: how do you people feel about big ponies in custom swaps? I mean G3 styling size or G4 fashion size or G4zillas.
Sure thing, I’m ok with them.

What are your top 3 sort of iconic Halloween images?
1. Zombies
2. Jack O lanterns
3. Candy Corn

Do you like Day of the dead designs?
I love day of the dead design :3

If you know your partner has likes other than those on the form, either through knowing them a little over time or from hardcore stalking, is it okay to involve those, too? Or is it better to just stick to the stuff on THIS form?
I have a huge list of likes and dislikes linked in my signature that I keep there for my partners to be inspired by. I did make the Halloween inspiration page on pinterest as well seen here: http://www.pinterest.com/urocyonfox/halloween-inspirations/ but I'm sure I probably left stuff out somewhere so sure if you want to stalk and learn do it. I do want it to be Halloween-ish or creepy to have the Halloween feel but otherwise I'm ok with it.

Do you have a preference between sculpted or sewn clothing?
If its a long thing that covers feet I prefer sewn, if its shorter where you can see feet I prefer sculpted. I am not one for floor length anything though, I've seen great customs with long flow-y dresses, kimonos, ect and they're pretty, but they're not my cup of tea. Sewing or sculpting, both are fine as long as the focus is still the pony

how dose every one feel about  glow in the dark  stuff?
Neat!

How do people feel about perfume puff style?
I dislike perfume puffs about as much as everyone else dislikes BBEs. No thank you. I've seen where people use yarn hair and water/glue to style it like certain ponies (I know there's a Lyra around here somewhere and I think a Twilight that have been done that way) and I think those are alright, but the afro puff crud, noooo thank you. I would re-hair every perfume puff I had if I didn't trade them and rid myself of them quicker than a gangrenous limb. Long story short, no no perfume puffs here please.

Ok partner, I have a question since I'm sitting looking at this pony scared to touch it at the moment. Would you prefer a "safe" pony? Simple and one I know I can do well? Or one I took a risk and really tried on, but may not end up totally perfect? I mean, if it's completely awful, of course I'll make another pony anyway, but...... Oh you know what I mean! I'm sure you've all been there at some point! So take the risk? Or something flawless? Or well relatively speaking as actual "flawless" doesn't seem to be in my bag of tricks too often.
Go ahead and be creative! I am totally ok with receiving an experimental pony that may have a few flaws oppose to a flawless simple pony. It gives people the chance to try new things and see if they like/dislike techniques and things.
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Post by: kaoskat on August 12, 2014, 07:05:35 AM
Oh I have a question!!

Do you like Day of the dead designs?

Sure!
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Post by: NoDivision on August 12, 2014, 07:06:05 AM
I love day of the dead designs. I think I mentioned that in my form... I think.

I have a design mostly sorted out for my partner's pony and I'm excited about it! Just have to pick out my bait and decide on colors.
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Post by: blackestbird on August 12, 2014, 07:55:21 AM
Oh I have a question!!

Do you like Day of the dead designs?

Day of the Dead is one of my favorite Halloween things too. So yeah, definitely like!

I'm still pretty stumped on my design, I need to nail something down so I can get working.
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Post by: archidraca on August 12, 2014, 08:04:44 AM
I like Day of the Dead themes. Most of the time, yes.  ^.^

I think I have the beginning of an idea. I may need to change it up from the actual and I'm trying to decide if I should buy a new bait...  :huh:
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Post by: Elfpony on August 12, 2014, 08:24:55 AM
3. Day of the Dead - I'm in the minority here, in that I'm not such a fan of dotd designs.

I love that fabric though!

Elf
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Post by: NoDivision on August 12, 2014, 08:26:51 AM
3. Day of the Dead - I'm in the minority here, in that I'm not such a fan of dotd designs.

We can't be friends anymore  :silly:
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Post by: wiccanpony1 on August 12, 2014, 08:36:29 AM
Speaking of cemeteries and spooky scenes and ravens... I found THE CUTEST fabric at Joann's today in their Halloween cottons. I think I will make a ball gown for my Monster High Spectra out of it. I may go buy more so I can make myself some PJ bottoms out of it or something.
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LOVE IT,you really need to make PJ bottoms and let me commission a pair from you :) xx

I love my partner just figuring though a design
Are Zillas or fashion style ok?
Sure thing what ever works best for your design x

What are your top 3 sort of iconic halloween images?
This is really hard for me to choose just 3 lol
1. Cemeteries
2. Dracula
3. Haunted house

Do you like Day of the dead designs?
Yes I do,I have seen some Awesome DOTD designs x
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Post by: StrawberryMeadow on August 12, 2014, 09:39:32 AM
I do like DotD designs. I find black pony noses super cute! *___*

I actually looked into some when I was making a henna design pony recently. I had a bit of a go and the result was really fun.

I have a question, up for vote?

If you know your partner has likes other than those on the form, either through knowing them a little over time or from hardcore stalking, is it okay to involve those, too? Or is it better to just stick to the stuff on THIS form?

 :blink:
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Post by: wiccanpony1 on August 12, 2014, 09:46:22 AM
If you know your partner has likes other than those on the form, either through knowing them a little over time or from hardcore stalking, is it okay to involve those, too? Or is it better to just stick to the stuff on THIS form?


If it was me I would be ok with you incorporating ideas you gained from stalking lol
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Post by: archidraca on August 12, 2014, 10:00:44 AM
If you know your partner has likes other than those on the form, either through knowing them a little over time or from hardcore stalking, is it okay to involve those, too? Or is it better to just stick to the stuff on THIS form?

I have always mixed the form with hardcore stalking.  ;)  It seems to give the greatest chance for success.
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Post by: RedLynx on August 12, 2014, 11:27:51 AM
Okay, so I have to join the minority here, too.  In most cases, I'm not a DotD fan.  There have been a few DotD customs I've liked, but I'm pretty picky.  Here is an example of DotD that I just can't help liking!

http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,357141.msg1216764.html#msg1216764

It's fine with me if you want to incorporate things you learn about me by stalking!  I try to make it as easy as possible for partners to get to know me because I enjoy the "getting to know" someone part of swaps. :)
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Post by: NoDivision on August 12, 2014, 11:43:19 AM
I would personally prefer my partner stick to my form - if I'd thought any of my other interest would be relevant to the task at hand I would have listed them. It's a Halloween swap so I want a Halloween pony :)
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Post by: blackestbird on August 12, 2014, 11:46:04 AM
If you know your partner has likes other than those on the form, either through knowing them a little over time or from hardcore stalking, is it okay to involve those, too? Or is it better to just stick to the stuff on THIS form?

I'm ok with this, as long as the end result is still Halloween-themed and in-line with my likes. But I know I left out a lot of stuff I like, even Halloween stuff I like, on my form out of excitement lol.
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Post by: StrawberryMeadow on August 12, 2014, 11:57:24 AM

I know I left out a lot of stuff I like, even Halloween stuff I like, on my form out of excitement lol.

This is true for me, too!
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Post by: Elfpony on August 12, 2014, 11:58:47 AM
3. Day of the Dead - I'm in the minority here, in that I'm not such a fan of dotd designs.

We can't be friends anymore  :silly:

Aw. Sad. ;P

4. I'm ok with my partner adding other stuff as long as the custom stays Halloween-y. Plus I feel like I didn't give much info on my form so...

Elf
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Post by: MikeysGrrrl on August 12, 2014, 12:26:31 PM
I love DOTD designs. As far as mixing other interests and likes, if it helps you come up with a design then feel free to go for it as long as it fits the Halloween theme :)
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Post by: kaoskat on August 12, 2014, 12:44:14 PM
If you know your partner has likes other than those on the form, either through knowing them a little over time or from hardcore stalking, is it okay to involve those, too? Or is it better to just stick to the stuff on THIS form?

Fine by me! It will make things even awesomer if those are included!
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Post by: jwalraven on August 12, 2014, 03:27:24 PM
I like Day of the Dead themes. :)
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Post by: Salli on August 12, 2014, 03:47:15 PM
Speaking of cemeteries and spooky scenes and ravens... I found THE CUTEST fabric at Joann's today in their Halloween cottons. I think I will make a ball gown for my Monster High Spectra out of it. I may go buy more so I can make myself some PJ bottoms out of it or something.
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LOVE IT,you really need to make PJ bottoms and let me commission a pair from you :) xx
I need to figure out how much the fabric would cost and I'll get back to you. ;) Also, sometimes I think we are twins separated at birth XD

Questions:
3. Day of the Dead. I like day of the dead but for reasons unknown it doesn't make me think 'Halloween' isn't that odd?
4. Other interests. If its on my Pintrest Halloween board, sure, other than that I think I'd stick to the form.

In other news:
I think I know what I want to do. Its WAYYY out of my comfort zone and I hope it doesn't creep me out to make it XD I am excited to push my boundaries though :D
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Post by: RedLynx on August 12, 2014, 04:30:46 PM
In reading comments, I saw a good point coming out!  I am fine with my other interests making their way in, but this is a Halloween swap and I'd really like the pony to feel Halloween-y!  So, I like Pokemon and Toothless for example, a pony in a costume of them would be cool, but not one that looks 100% one.
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Post by: Roogna on August 12, 2014, 04:40:50 PM
you'll note a link to Halloween swap Q&A in my sig, linking to one post ;)

in other news, I've been doing some awesome sculpting! I'm so excited by this
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Post by: babyblueducky on August 12, 2014, 09:02:25 PM
day of the dead? whatever works best for the custom. if you think it will help the custom. go for it!
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Post by: Aflame on August 13, 2014, 08:13:22 AM
Drawing concept art now :)  xaflame
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Post by: RedLynx on August 13, 2014, 10:53:20 AM
I have a question:

Do you have a preference between sculpted or sewn clothing?
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Post by: gemini_pony on August 13, 2014, 11:04:50 AM
I have a question:

Do you have a preference between sculpted or sewn clothing?

No what ever works best for you.
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Post by: kaoskat on August 13, 2014, 11:22:46 AM
I have a question:

Do you have a preference between sculpted or sewn clothing?

whichever is fine with me too
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Post by: archidraca on August 13, 2014, 11:41:02 AM
I have a question:

Do you have a preference between sculpted or sewn clothing?

No preference.  ^.^
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Post by: Elfpony on August 13, 2014, 11:49:45 AM
5. Sculpted or seen clothes?  Either is fine with me.

Elf
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Post by: wiccanpony1 on August 13, 2014, 12:25:36 PM
Do you have a preference between sculpted or sewn clothing?
Either is fine with me:)
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Post by: StrawberryMeadow on August 13, 2014, 12:31:04 PM
Whichever clothing fits the pony, in my opinion! I don't "play" with my ponies and once they've found a spot they tend not to get moved much, so whatever looks best, static. :)
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Post by: wiccanpony1 on August 13, 2014, 12:39:34 PM
Speaking of cemeteries and spooky scenes and ravens... I found THE CUTEST fabric at Joann's today in their Halloween cottons. I think I will make a ball gown for my Monster High Spectra out of it. I may go buy more so I can make myself some PJ bottoms out of it or something.
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LOVE IT,you really need to make PJ bottoms and let me commission a pair from you :) xx
I need to figure out how much the fabric would cost and I'll get back to you. ;) Also, sometimes I think we are twins separated at birth XD

Hehehehe I know x
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Post by: StrawberryMeadow on August 13, 2014, 02:10:51 PM
Started the FBR. because my airbrush is dying and .... time reasons!
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Post by: jwalraven on August 13, 2014, 03:21:00 PM
I don't mind the "stalking" into my other posts for ideas. Feel free!

For clothing, sculpted or sewn is fine.
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Post by: babyblueducky on August 13, 2014, 09:50:43 PM
I have a question:

Do you have a preference between sculpted or sewn clothing?


either is fine. whichever works best or easiest for you.
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Post by: Uninu on August 13, 2014, 10:41:40 PM
Sculpted or sewn clothing: I love sewn clothing, but sculpted can look really nice too, so whichever is better for the custom is fine with me ^^
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Post by: NoDivision on August 13, 2014, 11:45:10 PM
I generally prefer sculpted clothes, but if sewing is your strong suit that's fine
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Post by: pyrodarknessanny on August 14, 2014, 02:33:04 AM
5. Sculpted or seen clothes?

either way is good.

i've got my bait prepped and am starting to sculpt  tonight'
not sure how it'll go cause im not really familiar with the  particular clay medium im using
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Post by: Elfpony on August 14, 2014, 05:29:22 AM
I've sketched out my plan. Gonna prep the bait tonight or tomorrow, depending on time. I'm looking forward to getting to work on this one.

Elf
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Post by: blackestbird on August 14, 2014, 08:31:55 AM
Sculpted or sewn clothes?

Whatever one you feel most comfortable/skilled with.
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Post by: Salli on August 14, 2014, 10:41:04 AM
5. I think I might slightly prefer sculpted, but sewn clothes are great too! So, either way.
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Post by: UrocyonFox on August 17, 2014, 08:10:38 AM
I have my generation picked out, my bait selected, now I have to draw the bait and then start sketching some ideas on it.... You know I really need to start making hard copies of all the bait forms I sketch and draw on, then if I have a pony in the same pose *cough g4 cough* I can just just the same template and design on a template.... hmmmm
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Post by: babyblueducky on August 17, 2014, 10:31:51 AM
already had the perfect bait prepped. i already sculpted what i wanted and am working on the body color.
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Post by: archidraca on August 17, 2014, 10:48:58 AM
Prepping body and trying to finalize the sketch.  ^.^
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Post by: Elfpony on August 17, 2014, 03:21:20 PM
FBR for me today

Elf
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Post by: Salli on August 17, 2014, 07:57:15 PM
You guys are so fast!
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Post by: pyrodarknessanny on August 18, 2014, 12:35:52 AM
how dose every one feel about  glow in the dark  stuff?
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Post by: gemini_pony on August 18, 2014, 01:04:23 AM
how dose every one feel about  glow in the dark  stuff?


Love it.
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Post by: Uninu on August 18, 2014, 01:58:38 AM
Glow in the dark stuff is awesome.
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Post by: StrawberryMeadow on August 18, 2014, 03:30:58 AM
GITD is awesome but none of my ponies get enough sunlight vs darkness to actually glow in front of me, if that makes sense?

Like, I sometimes show my daughter my Bright Glow under the covers, but I keep my ponies out of sunlight to avoid fading normally, and by the time it's dark, I either already have the lights on or I'm not in the pony room anyway, so the benefit would be lost on me.  :cry:

Still, cool to play with though!
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Post by: wiccanpony1 on August 18, 2014, 04:15:00 AM
Glow in the dark is awesome :) im figuring out my final design which means i can start picking a bait soon x
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Post by: StrawberryMeadow on August 18, 2014, 04:35:37 AM
Also, my pony's FBR is done and paintwork beginning!  :biggrin:
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Post by: archidraca on August 18, 2014, 05:56:03 AM
how dose every one feel about  glow in the dark  stuff?


I like it.
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Post by: blackestbird on August 18, 2014, 09:21:03 AM
Glow in the dark:

Like StrawberryMeadow said, I wouldn't see the effect much but it's usually really cool on Halloween-themed ponies. I like it as long as it fits the design, but I don't see a reason to make something glow 'just because' if that makes sense.

Progress:

I don't remember what all I've said on this lol. I've nailed my design down I think, if I can pull it off. I've got to dig my box of baits out to see if one fits what I've planned or if I need to find something else. Some of y'all are making such fast progress already, I feel like a slacker :silly:
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Post by: Salli on August 18, 2014, 11:29:01 AM
6. Glow in the dark stuff is fine if it fits your plan, like the pony I got last year from Kaoskat has an awesome GITD "haunted" side :D
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Post by: StrawberryMeadow on August 18, 2014, 11:54:50 AM
Mine only has any progress because overall it's gonna take much longer. Sculpting soooooooooooooooooooooooooooon. Pretty flaming excited !  :frolic:
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Post by: jwalraven on August 18, 2014, 02:20:52 PM
Glow in the dark stuff would be a nice touch. :)
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Post by: kaoskat on August 18, 2014, 02:32:31 PM
how dose every one feel about  glow in the dark  stuff?


Glow in the Dark is awesome.
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Post by: babyblueducky on August 18, 2014, 04:22:20 PM
glow in the dark? awesome. if it fits the custom, then go ahead.
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Post by: MikeysGrrrl on August 18, 2014, 04:52:51 PM
FBR is all done, yay! Gonna work on it some more tomorrow afternoon.

I don't mind GITD hair or paint, my ponies don't typically see much light and I don't use the light in the collection room often enough to see the effect, but I do think it looks really great when it ties everything together :)
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Post by: Elfpony on August 18, 2014, 06:39:29 PM
GITD is great. Like others have said, I wouldn't see it often, but if it suits the design, go for it and I'll enjoy it occasionally.

I won't have time to work on my custom again until the weekend, so c'mon Saturday!!!

Elf
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Post by: Sarahlacewing on August 18, 2014, 07:54:18 PM
I haven't had time, but uhave concepts I'm rolling around in my head. More inspiration art anyone?
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Post by: granate on August 20, 2014, 07:38:23 AM
I´m working in her!!. I´m very happy with my job!!!
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Post by: NoDivision on August 20, 2014, 07:57:31 AM
Glow in the dark stuff is fun :D I have a few customs that glow in the dark.

I prepped my bait yesterday, so, woot! That's something XD
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Post by: Sarahlacewing on August 20, 2014, 08:02:21 AM
How do people feel about perfume puff style?
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Post by: NoDivision on August 20, 2014, 08:34:09 AM
Hmm... I guess that sort of depends on the pony. I do like things like mohair/alpaca etc.
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Post by: kaoskat on August 20, 2014, 09:25:09 AM
How do people feel about perfume puff style?

Works for me!

I know what I want to do, but as usual I'm just terribly afraid to start.
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Post by: Uninu on August 20, 2014, 09:31:06 AM
Perfume puff is cool ^^
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Post by: StrawberryMeadow on August 20, 2014, 10:20:50 AM
PP is cool, but slinky,shiny hair is cooler!  Depends how well it adds to the pony's look of course. Like, bride of frankenstein I'd say PP, crazy professor, PP, elf pony, id say Nylon! Yey for terrible examples written on my phone!  :cool:
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Post by: blackestbird on August 20, 2014, 10:29:10 AM
How do people feel about perfume puff style?

I like Perfume Puff hair. I'm with NoD and StrawberryMeadow though, it kinda depends on the overall design. If you feel it suits it better than regular hair, go for it partner.

kaoskat: I'm in the same boat. :hug: I've got a design nailed down, but I'm really nervous to start on it.
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Post by: babyblueducky on August 20, 2014, 10:49:39 AM
How do people feel about perfume puff style?
I dont have a custom with one, but if it works with whatever the custom is go for it, but it is not necessary to do it. normal pony hair is just fine.
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Post by: archidraca on August 20, 2014, 01:12:57 PM
How do people feel about perfume puff style?

I think it can be fun!  ^.^  I like chunky yarn as much as fluffy yarn so, whatever works.
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Post by: Roogna on August 20, 2014, 01:15:55 PM
as a reminder, i'm answering questions for my partner in a single place - click the link in my sig :D

sculpting is coming along wonderfully. this is such a fun custom to make!
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Post by: wiccanpony1 on August 20, 2014, 02:28:16 PM
PP hair is perfectly fine with me too x
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Post by: jwalraven on August 20, 2014, 02:45:23 PM
Perfume Puff style?

BRING ON THE POOF. :)
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Post by: Whoa1234 on August 20, 2014, 03:00:39 PM
Perfume Puffs are to die for!
I looooove me some cotton candy looking hair!
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Post by: RedLynx on August 20, 2014, 03:14:40 PM
I like glow in the dark and perfume puffs. :)  Mmm...cotton candy...
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Post by: gemini_pony on August 20, 2014, 03:44:14 PM
How do people feel about perfume puff style?
Very cute I don't own any of them so it would be a good change.

Also got my bait and will start my FBR tonight, I have pretty good plan and I am excited to get started!
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Post by: pyrodarknessanny on August 20, 2014, 09:01:10 PM
puffy hair is fine
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Post by: Elfpony on August 21, 2014, 04:58:11 AM
7. Perfume puff hair?  I'm not generally such a fan, however if it fits the custom (think Bride of Frankenstein, etc) then I'm all for it.  (I'm really pretty laid back).

Elf
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Post by: Salli on August 21, 2014, 06:42:45 PM
7. If it works for the design, perfume puff is fine :) (Did that rhyme???)
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Post by: gemini_pony on August 21, 2014, 09:52:49 PM
X___x sculpting now...
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Post by: Salli on August 22, 2014, 10:04:15 AM
I changed my mind about my design. I'm more excited to work on this now XD
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Post by: MikeysGrrrl on August 22, 2014, 10:21:40 AM
The first idea I had didn't work so well, scrapped it and going back to the drawing board >_<
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Post by: archidraca on August 22, 2014, 05:57:10 PM
Just finished an absolutely lovely drawing that is inadequate as my final design... Back to the board!  :art:
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Post by: Elfpony on August 23, 2014, 08:05:25 AM
Slow painting progress for me today. I'm considering some kind of wash for the FBR. Not quite sure yet what form that will take, or if it will even happen.

Elf
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Post by: NoDivision on August 23, 2014, 09:16:21 AM
started sculpting! I always have so much fun with this swap. I also started decorating my home for halloween last week... because... halloween.
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Post by: archidraca on August 23, 2014, 10:26:32 AM
Drawing where I want it.  :biggrin:  Birthday party and then time to prep bait with lines and armature!  ^.^
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Post by: Aflame on August 24, 2014, 10:32:00 AM
ok found a sufishant bait going to prep now
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Post by: Salli on August 24, 2014, 12:33:55 PM
started sculpting! I always have so much fun with this swap. I also started decorating my home for halloween last week... because... halloween.

Awesome! I was spray-painting fake pumpkins yesterday so I can be ready for fall decorating September1st
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Post by: jwalraven on August 24, 2014, 02:30:07 PM
I found the doll house miniatures section at Hobby Lobby. Yay props for the custom.
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Post by: NoDivision on August 25, 2014, 07:45:25 AM
Well.. darn. I'm sort of torn on what to do. I did (half of) the trickiest bit of sculpting on this pony the other night, and I thought it was set enough that It would hold in position while the apoxie fully cured, but it drooped a bit :\ It's not bad, it's just not exactly what I wanted. But I can't pull off just that part of the sculpting. I'd have to start all over again. Baahhhh I don't know :(
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Post by: Sarahlacewing on August 25, 2014, 09:19:10 AM
Quote
It's not bad, it's just not exactly what I wanted.

Maybe a little droop would make it visually interesting? ^^


Update for me-made some serious progress this weekend, but I am stalled out till I get a day off.
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Post by: Elfpony on August 25, 2014, 09:28:47 AM
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It's not bad, it's just not exactly what I wanted.

Maybe a little droop would make it visually interesting? ^^


Update for me-made some serious progress this weekend, but I am stalled out till I get a day off.

We need fewer workdays and more weekend.  I'm hoping to work on the hair evenings this week, though.

And NoD, let it sit for a day or two, don't look at it, then go back and see how you feel.  I find that often helps me make up my mind.

Elf
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Post by: Aflame on August 26, 2014, 03:55:09 AM
ok sculpting done  :)
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Post by: wiccanpony1 on August 26, 2014, 08:18:12 AM
I feel like im way behind compared to the rest of you:( work has been non stop for me this whole month but as of now it should be much calmer which means ill have more time to really get some work done on my pony x so far I have prepped bait and ordered hair.I will make some more progress this weekend im sure x
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Post by: StrawberryMeadow on August 26, 2014, 11:21:24 AM
You know wheny ou have an idea, and that idea seems great, then suddenly INSPIRATION and the great idea becomes AMAZING. So off you go and begin work, then you start the sculpting and suddenly two thoughts:

1) How on EARTH do the logistics of this WORK?
2) HOW AM I GOING TO SHIP THIS?!

 :wine:
^ the answer so far...
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Post by: MikeysGrrrl on August 26, 2014, 11:23:45 AM
Don't worry Wiccanpony, you aren't far behind, I was feeling the same way because I've only gotten the FBR done and picked out hair so far lol, we still have plenty of time to work on our ponies :)

So true StrawberryMeadow, it's probably the reason why I haven't gotten much further, still in the process of figuring everything out  :lol:
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Post by: Roogna on August 26, 2014, 11:50:20 AM
sculpting done
need to sand before bringing out the paints
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Post by: StrawberryMeadow on August 26, 2014, 03:01:24 PM
sculpting done


waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah

so jealous.   :silly:

Guess I should crack on!  :art:
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Post by: kaoskat on August 26, 2014, 03:12:30 PM
Airbrushed and now I'm scared of the rest........
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Post by: gemini_pony on August 26, 2014, 10:53:54 PM
Started painting. Also I am going to need help from somepony on how to pack mine for shipping...>.<
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Post by: pyrodarknessanny on August 27, 2014, 03:00:25 AM
i've been away from home for a few days , and now im sick with this nasty throat infection thing.
i havent done much more  ,  im about half way done with my sculpting  tho.

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Post by: UrocyonFox on August 27, 2014, 06:01:42 AM
started sculpting, Im trying new stuff so we shall see how it turns out!
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Post by: Elfpony on August 27, 2014, 09:47:49 AM
Finished rehairing last night, but did some major damage to my FBR getting the head back on.  :/  Touch-ups this weekend before I get into the details.  (Also, why is it not the weekend yet?!  *pokes Wednesday with a stick* )

Elf
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Post by: Salli on August 27, 2014, 03:09:33 PM
sculpting done


waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah

so jealous.   :silly:

Guess I should crack on!  :art:

I'm with you, StrawberryM
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Post by: RedLynx on August 27, 2014, 04:46:46 PM
Well, my time frame has shifted a little bit because I FINALLY got a new job!  I've been stressing and panicking for a while and customizing has been an outlet for that.  However, I've lost a week of my life scrambling to get physicals, drug tests, paperwork, and all the other job related things done while also starting a new job.  I have a plan and I intend to actually start a repose and sculpt this weekend.  My design may push me too far out of my skill level, but you never know until you try!
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Post by: blackestbird on August 27, 2014, 07:53:29 PM
I haven't totally started yet. I did start to, but decided the order I was gonna do things in at first probably wasn't gonna work, so now I've gotta wait on shipping stuff. So I've just been plotting things out so far. I'm not worried about being delayed or anything, but I feel like a slacker compared to y'all >.>
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Post by: babyblueducky on August 27, 2014, 08:33:17 PM
still painting my custom. got to add layers and layers for blood.
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Post by: pyrodarknessanny on August 28, 2014, 03:44:43 AM
got a little more sculpting done tonight.

im having a "how the hay do i ship this"  moment now ...  :S
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Post by: Uninu on August 28, 2014, 03:47:52 AM
My custom will be easy to ship, a bit heavy but easy otherwise :3
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Post by: Aflame on August 29, 2014, 12:55:45 PM
my custom will be ok to ship but as i work in a sweet shop now i can choose from alot of extrars  !!!!! xaflame
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Post by: Elfpony on August 30, 2014, 01:51:03 PM
Sitting down to do some more work on my custom now.

Elf
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Post by: blackestbird on August 30, 2014, 02:12:10 PM
I sent a pm to CustomSwap with my checkin, but posting here too.
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Post by: gemini_pony on August 30, 2014, 02:39:43 PM
I sent my PM.
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Post by: MikeysGrrrl on August 30, 2014, 03:28:21 PM
Sent my checkin PM to custom swap :)
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Post by: Roogna on August 30, 2014, 06:29:59 PM
sent my checkin!
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Post by: CustomSwap on August 30, 2014, 06:48:05 PM
Check Ins have been marked in the first post. If you sent one and your name doesn't say "Checked In" beside it, let me know, I may have missed it, or send it again!
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Post by: babyblueducky on August 30, 2014, 07:59:37 PM
sent my check earlier, forgot to post here too.
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Post by: archidraca on August 30, 2014, 08:33:52 PM
Check in sent. Trying to work on the piece a little more before bedtime... :snore:
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Post by: Sarahlacewing on August 30, 2014, 08:34:26 PM
I sent my check-in , coming along nicely.
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Post by: wiccanpony1 on August 31, 2014, 01:20:34 AM
Check in sent :) going to work on it more tonight while i watch most haunted :)
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Post by: Aflame on August 31, 2014, 04:30:54 AM
 :yikes: he he i watched most haunted while doing my custom too !!!xaflame
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Post by: Salli on August 31, 2014, 10:28:27 AM
Sent my check in too and bought some extras.

What is most haunted???  :tellme: :loves haunted shows more than anything:
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Post by: kaoskat on August 31, 2014, 04:37:57 PM
Ok partner, I have a question since I'm sitting looking at this pony scared to touch it at the moment. Would you prefer a "safe" pony? Simple and one I know I can do well? Or one I took a risk and really tried on, but may not end up totally perfect? I mean, if it's completely awful, of course I'll make another pony anyway, but...... Oh you know what I mean! I'm sure you've all been there at some point! So take the risk? Or something flawless? Or well relatively speaking as actual "flawless" doesn't seem to be in my bag of tricks too often. :silly:
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Post by: Roogna on August 31, 2014, 04:47:57 PM
I'm all for experimenting! :D
but if your "safe" idea is just super awesome and you're dying to make it, then that's cool too ;)
imo part of what makes art great is that it's not perfect
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Post by: kaoskat on August 31, 2014, 04:53:33 PM
LOL Actually, I don't have a "safe" idea thought up yet, but I know what I can do so it wouldn't take me long to think of something. I mean I know what I want to do, I'm just so dang terrified I can't actually do it! Maybe I should do both and just see what happens! LOL Or maybe I should have gone with a bigger bait....
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Post by: CustomSwap on August 31, 2014, 04:55:49 PM
Still waiting on:

Whoa1234
Okami_Amaterasu
Uninu
NoDivision

Chop chop you guys! You are officially late! :silly:
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Post by: jwalraven on August 31, 2014, 06:39:24 PM
I don't mind an experimental pony. :)
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Post by: Elfpony on August 31, 2014, 07:16:12 PM
Go ahead and try your idea, Kaoskat!  What's the worst that could happen?  I'm sure it will turn out awesome.

Elf
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Post by: blackestbird on August 31, 2014, 07:21:10 PM
I think I end up trying something new with every custom I make, so I say go for the risk. You never know if you can do it until you try. I'm in the same boat, really nervous I can't execute my idea, but I'm gonna try!
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Post by: archidraca on August 31, 2014, 07:31:39 PM
Experimental pony! That could turn out super cool. Maybe even more awesome than the safe one could hope to be.  :cool:
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Post by: pyrodarknessanny on August 31, 2014, 10:12:58 PM
sculpting done but  now its a "bit" top heavy

i need to find a way to weight it down / counter balance it  before starting on the paint work , im quite pleased with how its turning out thus far tho
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: Uninu on September 01, 2014, 03:12:32 AM
I thought I sent my check in before my move? O_o

Also, where the heck did I put my pony in the move????  :cry:

ETA: I have searched every box and bag I moved here, no sign of the pony. Seems that I have to start from the beginning...  -_-
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: gemini_pony on September 01, 2014, 03:52:12 AM
I'm all for experimenting! I say go for it!
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Post by: Okami_Amaterasu on September 01, 2014, 04:35:56 AM
Check in sent!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: kaoskat on September 01, 2014, 06:49:23 AM
Oh no Uninu! That's awful! Watch, you'll find it as soon as you almost finish the other one.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: CustomSwap on September 01, 2014, 06:53:00 AM
And that's everyone! Great job guys!!! Keep working!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: Uninu on September 01, 2014, 07:20:29 AM
kaoskat, yeah, that's what happens most likely :P I found other "ingredients" of my pony but not the bait, so I think I will start again with different pony.

edit: I would love to see what the experimental pony would be like, so go ahead if you're my partner!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: StrawberryMeadow on September 01, 2014, 07:24:44 AM
Ok partner, I have a question since I'm sitting looking at this pony scared to touch it at the moment. Would you prefer a "safe" pony? Simple and one I know I can do well? Or one I took a risk and really tried on, but may not end up totally perfect? I mean, if it's completely awful, of course I'll make another pony anyway, but...... Oh you know what I mean! I'm sure you've all been there at some point! So take the risk? Or something flawless? Or well relatively speaking as actual "flawless" doesn't seem to be in my bag of tricks too often. :silly:

Try ALL THE THINGS!

Seriously, I always start with the most complicated thing, then pull it back if I need to. Waaaaaaaaaaaaay more fun that way.  :biggrin:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: wiccanpony1 on September 01, 2014, 12:04:03 PM
Sent my check in too and bought some extras.

What is most haunted???  :tellme: :loves haunted shows more than anything:

Most Haunted is a show about a group of friends a medium and a historian who spend 24 hours in haunted locations,Its great fun to watch and sometime very scary.They even do live specials sometimes and Im sure they did a few usa specials too xx

I was making some progress on my pony finally lol x
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: NoDivision on September 02, 2014, 06:42:01 AM
I feel like this swap is just zooming by! I still have a lot to do.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: Uninu on September 02, 2014, 07:54:20 AM
NoDivision, I know that feeling! Luckily I made some progress with my pony, I even found my paints so I can start painting soon! :D
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: StrawberryMeadow on September 02, 2014, 08:32:38 AM
I'm suddenly terrified.
Too much to do.
*hides*
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: UrocyonFox on September 02, 2014, 04:06:13 PM
*insert alot of cursing and words that can't be used here on the arena*

Finished sculpting, got it dried, got it primer-ed and got the first coat of paint done. It was super sunny and warm out so I thought I'd go ahead and put the pony outside to dry. Walk inside start cleaning house and it starts pouring rain. :( My pony paint looks just awful I am trying to salvage it but its so sticky...
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: archidraca on September 02, 2014, 04:49:06 PM
Gotten some etching done but I can't find my Dremel!  :enraged:

I can't do the next bit of sculpting without that thing!  *sigh*  I suppose I'll have to make an emergency trip to Lowes tomorrow.... not like they don't get enough of my money now...  -_-
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: kaoskat on September 02, 2014, 07:38:13 PM
Started the actual real painting now...... So far so........ Tolerable? LOL Anyway I am trying hard here! Hopefully the other side will work out ok. If so maybe just maybe I can call this pony a success. Well probably not. I rarely think that. But we can pretend. :silly:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: Uninu on September 02, 2014, 08:46:04 PM
I finished painting last night, today I will seal the pony and get to sewing :)
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: StrawberryMeadow on September 03, 2014, 01:04:04 AM
partner, your pony now has a FACE.
So, if all else fails, at least you'll have that :silly:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: archidraca on September 03, 2014, 08:16:38 AM
Glue almost set on armature. I should be able to start on the sculpting after lunch!  ^.^  Got an inexpensive etching tool to finish some of what I was working on last night. Things are looking up!  :biggrin:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: wiccanpony1 on September 03, 2014, 09:36:56 AM
partner, your pony now has a FACE.
So, if all else fails, at least you'll have that :silly:

This made me laugh out loud lol
I have nearly finished the sculpting should be ready to start painting tomorrow
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: babyblueducky on September 03, 2014, 04:27:10 PM
mine is looking awesome. not sure if i already said this, but i will say it again. partner of mine, you will love me. the custom is looking fabulous in a scary way. just need to figure out when to get the dang candy.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: Roogna on September 03, 2014, 06:40:49 PM
I started painting today. Apparently this body color I chose needs more coats of paint than I thought it would XD
I'm having so much fun with this custom!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: archidraca on September 03, 2014, 08:04:38 PM
First bit of sculpting done, alternative to finding my hiding Dremel acquired, and build order for painting ease done! Tested the head and can still put it on and off without damaging the uppermost sculpting details.  :lol:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: StrawberryMeadow on September 04, 2014, 12:56:56 AM
Welp, I did no work last night. Got in, sat down, got all my sculpting stuff out, got some sculpting videos ready on YouTube for inspiration, got all my tutorials ready on DeviantArt, then Boyfriend shouted tea was ready. 4 hours of saying "I really need to go work on my pony" later, I went to bed with a headache.

*Le Sigh*

I'm basically terrified of it.
 :yikes: :yikes:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: Aflame on September 04, 2014, 01:18:06 AM
dont be scared i was the same on another custom of mine and finely it was saturday and i worked all day on it i finished the rehairing on sunday was tired after that burst of doing stuff but i got it done :)  so dont worry !
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: pyrodarknessanny on September 04, 2014, 05:20:27 AM
 if i can i'll start on paint either tomorrow or the week end
im still battling this  illness tho.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: MikeysGrrrl on September 04, 2014, 05:42:16 AM
So I changed my mind on what I wanted to do :lookround: Been sitting here for the last 2 hours sketching out new ideas and going through my baits. I have it narrowed down to 3 ideas, so I'm just gonna give it a little time and see which one speaks to me lol, still plenty of time to go, I swear I am not in panic mode... yet :lol:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: NoDivision on September 04, 2014, 07:10:51 AM
Okay, the most annoying part of my sculpting is done, woot.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: archidraca on September 04, 2014, 08:26:56 AM
I don't know if I like what I have right now but I don't know if I want to start over...  :huh:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: StrawberryMeadow on September 04, 2014, 02:16:55 PM
Got no work done tonight because I was crying for hours over my cat being missing. She turned up, filthy and afraid but unhurt (I think, she won't let me touch her but she's skittish by nature and seems fine otherwise) but now it's bedtime and I'm tired from being stressed over her disappearing act!

 :zzz:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: archidraca on September 05, 2014, 07:24:59 PM
Glad your kitty came home!  :hug:

Decided to find a new bait and start over. Glad I did as I'm now almost half way done with the sculpting and will likely be able to start painting on Monday!  ^.^
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: wiccanpony1 on September 06, 2014, 12:51:31 PM
Strawberry Im so glad you kitty came home I would be going out of my mind if mine stayed out too long. I was going to start painting today but we spent the day going round travel agents getting quotes and finally booking a weekend away to Rome for my 30th next march im super excited xx
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: Elfpony on September 06, 2014, 08:10:49 PM
*frowns at custom*  I thought I was done, but there's one thing that's bugging me so...back to work tomorrow.

Elf
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: gemini_pony on September 07, 2014, 11:41:35 PM
I will be done with the pony it self soon but since I want to do a base I will most likely end shipping mine towards the last day of shipping (working on pony while on my trip Xp)
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: StrawberryMeadow on September 08, 2014, 12:59:08 AM
I've worked non-stop over the weekend on this pony. Majority of sculpting is now done, lots of sleep was lost. (it was restarted three times) Hair is now chosen (it's gorgeous) - I'm pretty excited, I just wish I had the money to do the extra bits I hadn't thought I would have time to do!

Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: Uninu on September 08, 2014, 01:53:10 AM
:nomail:
Still no sign of the hair I ordered. If it doesn't turn up soon I have to rummage through my hair stash and take something else.

ETA:
Yup, it didn't come in today's post so I'm gonna go with plan B.

ETA2:
Finished rehairing! Now to wait for glue to dry so I can style the hair.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: archidraca on September 08, 2014, 06:56:54 AM
The baby has some form of pinkeye so it's doctor time today. Hopefully I can get the sanding done later and the base coat of paint down this afternoon.  :satisfied:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: MikeysGrrrl on September 08, 2014, 11:24:51 PM
I got quite a bit of work done today, just gotta work on the eyes and rehairing :) Thinking about adding a little something extra as well, gotta give it some more thought.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: StrawberryMeadow on September 09, 2014, 12:59:36 AM
Hair is in now.

Mods, you have a PM please.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: Roogna on September 09, 2014, 05:53:45 AM
I think all the painting is done except for the eyes. I reallllllly love her :heart:
so, I need to do eyes, hair, and a little piece of felt to her accessory
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: UrocyonFox on September 09, 2014, 06:14:39 AM
I am mostly done! I had that huge fight with the rain but I managed to save my pony in the end. She still looks like she's missing something I just don't know what yet.... :/ I will keep playing with her and see if I can add something.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: StrawberryMeadow on September 09, 2014, 06:39:16 AM
I am mostly done! I had that huge fight with the rain but I managed to save my pony in the end. She still looks like she's missing something I just don't know what yet.... :/ I will keep playing with her and see if I can add something.

Probably more sparkles.

'Cause, you know. Sparkles.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: CustomSwap on September 09, 2014, 06:58:38 AM
Hair is in now.

Mods, you have a PM please.

Got it!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: Aflame on September 09, 2014, 08:56:28 AM
ok hair is in and all glued on and minions made :)
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: archidraca on September 09, 2014, 09:23:32 AM
Found more extras that I think are perfect!  ^.^ :heart: Most of sanding is done. Need to recharge my battery and decide if the eyes should be sculpted or just painted...  :hmm: hmmmm.......
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: NoDivision on September 09, 2014, 10:24:33 AM
I feel like time is going very fast! I still have a lot to do.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: kaoskat on September 09, 2014, 12:10:09 PM
*is completely slacking off* Well.....Not really...... But it sure feels like it when I see some of these posts!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: wiccanpony1 on September 09, 2014, 12:15:56 PM
*is completely slacking off* Well.....Not really...... But it sure feels like it when I see some of these posts!

This:) I am making progress but still have a lot to do lol
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: archidraca on September 09, 2014, 08:19:42 PM
Went with sculpted eyes!  ^.^  Took some pics from before I did the base coat. I'll take more pics tomorrow. It looks so cool now!  :biggrin:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: blackestbird on September 09, 2014, 08:22:28 PM
Sorry I've been quiet this time around. I really haven't made a lot of progress yet either. My hair arrived yesterday though, which is something I was waiting on because I think I need to do at least the tail before anything else. I had a convention last weekend and my time leading up to it was pretty taken up, and my little guy just started school (kindergarten ahh!). I took all of this into consideration when signing up though, so I'm not worried about finishing on time. I do feel like a slacker though >.> The time is flying by!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: gemini_pony on September 10, 2014, 12:30:13 AM
Almost done with the pony, just needs hair. But I need to start my base and I can't till I get home on the 15th >.<
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: Uninu on September 10, 2014, 06:55:38 AM
I think I'm done O_O It's a good thing as I'm going to my parents' house dog-sitting for two weeks and I won't have my camera there, so I have to take the pictures before I go there.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: Sarahlacewing on September 10, 2014, 07:35:21 AM
I've made progress but I am still far from finished.  I'd say a little more than halfway.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: Elfpony on September 11, 2014, 05:47:47 PM
Hoping to finish painting on Monday (as I'm off work and post-convention then). Then I only need to style hair and finish getting extras. Much happier with the look of the pony now.

Elf
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: jwalraven on September 11, 2014, 06:12:05 PM
Got some painting done today so I feel a lot better about my progress.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: MikeysGrrrl on September 11, 2014, 08:00:23 PM
I'm all done, sent in my photo check-in, just gotta pick up some Halloween goodies :)
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: StrawberryMeadow on September 12, 2014, 01:12:15 AM
I'm relatively nervous that there still won't be any Halloween stuff in the shops here when we ship. I've seen nothing so far. My partner might just have to end up with regular treats!  :sheepish:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: Okami_Amaterasu on September 12, 2014, 03:50:44 AM
The mine is finished. Now for the extras.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: archidraca on September 12, 2014, 07:42:55 AM
Ack! I feel so stymied... I've slightly burned out on productivity until I get some other things done...  ^^;  I have all my extras in hand and I think I have enough hair so... Detail painting starts tonight!   :biggrin:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: Aflame on September 13, 2014, 12:22:14 AM
I'm relatively nervous that there still won't be any Halloween stuff in the shops here when we ship. I've seen nothing so far. My partner might just have to end up with regular treats!  :sheepish:
same here i live in the uk too and i havent found much if any halloween stuff i dont think its as a big holiday over here  xaflame
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: wiccanpony1 on September 13, 2014, 01:11:53 PM
Im in the uk too and just seen tescos putting out a few items so hopefully wont be long before the rest of the shops follow:) x
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: babyblueducky on September 13, 2014, 02:24:14 PM
is it too early to say........






 :happy: I GOT CANDY!!!!!! :frolic:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: kaoskat on September 13, 2014, 02:27:08 PM
Well I finally decided on hair colors! Good thing I already have the colors I need seeing as it's too late to order now...... :blush:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: Roogna on September 13, 2014, 07:46:26 PM
done. need to take pics and get the extra treats
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: Sarahlacewing on September 15, 2014, 06:28:20 AM
I need to charge my camera to get the photos.  But I haven't forgotten it will just be later on tonight!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: NoDivision on September 15, 2014, 07:15:37 AM
So a photo check in today huh... I get the feeling I'm supposed to be almost done.. um... oops! I'll make it, just gotta haul butt.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: Elfpony on September 15, 2014, 07:52:33 AM
Horrible cell phone photo check in has been sent. Just need to finish getting extras, and also style the hair, which I'll get done later today.

Elf
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: StrawberryMeadow on September 15, 2014, 09:00:11 AM
Are we supposed to be done by now?!

FFFfffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffff...............

okay I'm not. Really not. But *flails*   :freak: :freak: :freak:

Can I be done .... near shipping time? Cause that's do~able!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: babyblueducky on September 15, 2014, 10:59:54 AM
i just have hair to do and touch ups. i sent my pic in yesterday to be safe.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: Roogna on September 15, 2014, 12:45:50 PM
sent my final check in pic
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: archidraca on September 15, 2014, 04:02:52 PM
I will get my check-in tonight. I hope to be able to get a paint or two for finishing details (not that I'm quite to that yet  ^^; ) so that I can get it completely sealed before Wednesday night... Tonight is going well so far. Tomorrow I'm playing Taxi to all 3 of the children (Lord, whyyyyyyyyy?  :cry: ) and not likely to get anything done after 2pm. Wednesdays are always crazy busy...  -_-  Thankfully, putting hair in has always been my fastest, most calming thing to do. "Stab it until it's pretty." is basically a mantra for me now.  :P  I hope to be done by Sunday at the latest.  ;)
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: gemini_pony on September 15, 2014, 08:17:04 PM
I will get my check in sent asap..just got home from 12 hour long trip.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: blackestbird on September 15, 2014, 08:21:04 PM
So a photo check in today huh... I get the feeling I'm supposed to be almost done.. um... oops! I'll make it, just gotta haul butt.

I relate to this so much XD

Check-in sent, went treat browsing today too. Didn't grab anything yet, wasn't much out, but got some ideas.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: archidraca on September 15, 2014, 08:48:19 PM
OK, pics sent... :snore:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: gemini_pony on September 16, 2014, 01:37:03 AM
Pics sent!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: wiccanpony1 on September 16, 2014, 04:12:44 AM
I will send my check in pic tonight once I get home from work:) Im not finished but I will by the weekend xx
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: CustomSwap on September 16, 2014, 08:33:05 AM
Still missing a few check in photos!

And guys, when you message this account with a problem, please post in this thread letting us know there's a message, so we can help you ASAP. And I apologize to those who were waiting.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: Okami_Amaterasu on September 16, 2014, 09:29:46 AM
Pics sent too.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: UrocyonFox on September 16, 2014, 02:14:57 PM
Still missing a few check in photos!

And guys, when you message this account with a problem, please post in this thread letting us know there's a message, so we can help you ASAP. And I apologize to those who were waiting.

 :blush: sorry! I must have over looked that after we send a PM we need to post on here as well in the rules, sorry.

I have PMed my check in image in
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: gemini_pony on September 17, 2014, 02:36:46 AM
*sigh* Started re-hairing and the paint kind of cracked >.< and a piece of sculpting came off the head!!! Luckily it was an easy fix.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: jwalraven on September 17, 2014, 08:12:52 AM
I resent my picture. Let me know if it worked. Photobucket settings are a pain.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: babyblueducky on September 17, 2014, 10:44:45 AM
got my rehairing done. just need to work on some touch ups and more blood.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: Aflame on September 17, 2014, 10:53:03 AM
ok i got it done and have my sweeties now  almost ready to send :)
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: NoDivision on September 17, 2014, 11:09:22 AM
*sigh* Started re-hairing and the paint kind of cracked >.< and a piece of sculpting came off the head!!! Luckily it was an easy fix.

Oh no, that's my nightmare! I'm currently very wary of putting the tail in on this girl. I have to make it just the right thickness that is fits snugly but not too thick that I really have to pull to get it in, or something's gonna break.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: gemini_pony on September 17, 2014, 08:49:47 PM
Ok pony is done now to see if I have time for a base...
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: babyblueducky on September 17, 2014, 09:29:44 PM
i finished my touch ups, just need to do one more look over before i send my finished picture.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: wiccanpony1 on September 18, 2014, 01:28:46 AM
Check in pics have been sent:)
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: NoDivision on September 18, 2014, 06:30:51 AM
all right, pony has eyes! That's promising.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: kaoskat on September 18, 2014, 07:35:23 AM
My pony has.......part of her eyes......I hate eyes......
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: NoDivision on September 18, 2014, 07:53:07 AM
My pony has.......part of her eyes......I hate eyes......
Well, okay, I guess that's probably true for me too. I still need to paint eyelashes. Ugh.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: kaoskat on September 18, 2014, 07:54:20 AM
LOL Yup that'd be the part I hate and have yet to do. :silly:

Hey! This is the Halloween Swap..... You think if I sent a headless pony my partner would realize I was just trying to get out of painting eyes?

Kidding! I actually just went and finished the eyes because I figured it was about time. Now he just needs to be sealed and haired and...you know....have his head replaced....and he's done!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Check in 8/30
Post by: CustomSwap on September 18, 2014, 09:28:22 AM
Still need check ins from the following people:

pyrodarknessanny
RedLynx
granate
Salli

And pics from:
Whoa1234

If your "checked in" is bolded it means your custom is complete. Please check the list and make sure everything is correct for your name.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! PHOTO CHECK IN PASSED! MISSING 4
Post by: babyblueducky on September 18, 2014, 11:13:59 AM
sending my finished pics. just need to take more pics before its time to pack everything up and seal it in the box.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! PHOTO CHECK IN PASSED! MISSING 4
Post by: StrawberryMeadow on September 18, 2014, 12:04:55 PM
Can't paint until weekend because light is poops in the evenings. Will do some of the other stuff mentioned in my chicken 'till then. Still struggling with "this doesn't look awesome enough".

Starting to really panic.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! PHOTO CHECK IN PASSED! MISSING 4
Post by: Whoa1234 on September 18, 2014, 12:25:59 PM
I may scream if my embellishments for this pony do not show up soon!
Bright side is I picked up a ton of spooky goodies for my partner!

Does anyone know if Dolly Hair will melt If I pop a rehaired custom into the oven to "bake" some details?
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! PHOTO CHECK IN PASSED! MISSING 4
Post by: jwalraven on September 18, 2014, 07:34:25 PM
All done for me.
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Post by: Salli on September 18, 2014, 09:57:42 PM
Ack! That's me!  :blush: Still waiting for hair to arrive to finish one of the colors of hair. I will pm you guys...
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Post by: NoDivision on September 18, 2014, 11:12:27 PM
What? No.. I totally didn't start a new sculpting project for my pony tonight. Don't know what you're talking about. That totally wasn't me.
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Post by: granate on September 19, 2014, 04:36:59 AM
I finished  my work on August 29.
I couldn´t answer before because I'm traveling.
Sorry
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Post by: StrawberryMeadow on September 19, 2014, 06:25:18 AM
I've actually drafted in the mister to help with the manufacturing at this point because with the prep for my Ponycon stall I definitely was aiming a bit high... haha.
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Post by: Elfpony on September 19, 2014, 09:55:35 AM
Picked up extras last night. Just need to take pics of the pony and I'm good to go.

Elf
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Post by: Sarahlacewing on September 19, 2014, 10:26:16 AM
I rehaired almost the whole pony last night.  The hank was a little light, but I think I will be ok.  I can always fill in a stripe of a different color instead of leaving it solid if I need to.  Starting to get nervous.  I need to finish asap.
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Post by: archidraca on September 19, 2014, 01:34:02 PM
 :drunk:  Trying to either decide on a new bit of added painting or to leave the pony as is. It's cute now and will be hard to part with but I had higher hopes for it. My extra Dollyhair came today so I can release my breath on the anxiety of having not enough hair. The first couple of layers of sealant are drying now and I'm going to put the tail in tonight after the Eldest's game. I have all my extras and found another small thing today.
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Post by: Aflame on September 20, 2014, 02:21:06 AM
all packed up and ready to send :)
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Post by: wiccanpony1 on September 20, 2014, 02:10:32 PM
I just need to rehair my ponies mane:) which im going to do tomorrow night while watching the new episode of Downton Abbey (woop woop) x
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Post by: Salli on September 20, 2014, 07:58:54 PM
I just need to rehair my ponies mane:) which im going to do tomorrow night while watching the new episode of Downton Abbey (woop woop) x

SO jealous you get 1st run Downton.

Also, still waiting on Dollyhair :( But all the extras are ready to go!
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Post by: Sarahlacewing on September 20, 2014, 08:40:15 PM
I am like 90% done at this point.  My sculpting idea really isn't working out, but I can change the design without damaging any of my work so I think I will be just fine.  ^^
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Post by: RedLynx on September 21, 2014, 01:15:31 PM
My pics have been sent now!

:blush:  So sorry, failing to juggle the circumstances in my life right now and feeling really embarrassed over my late check in.  I'm not finished, but I will be in a day or two.  I'm also in the process of moving my family from one apartment to another, so things are kinda high stress over here. >.< 
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Post by: NoDivision on September 21, 2014, 03:46:09 PM
Hopefully hairing will be done tonight. Then I just have to finish sculpting one thing and that should be it... I hope.
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Post by: archidraca on September 21, 2014, 09:17:29 PM
Hair put in while watching football. Would've finished sooner but thought destressing with some Animal Crossing was necessary. Glue should be dry by morning and then can check the detail painting before packing everything up.
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Post by: pyrodarknessanny on September 21, 2014, 10:47:06 PM
only just getting over this flu, haven't been able to work on it  let alone do much of anything at all  over the last  month.
cracking down on it this week tho.
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Post by: CustomSwap on September 22, 2014, 08:40:12 AM
And we have successfully heard from everyone. Shipping starts to today. Please send pics of your completed custom for your addresses!
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Post by: blackestbird on September 22, 2014, 09:58:39 AM
And we have successfully heard from everyone. Shipping starts to today. Please send pics of your completed custom for your addresses!

Yay! :frolic:

I need this week to finish up personally, but I'm really excited to start seeing everyone's creations!
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Post by: Elfpony on September 22, 2014, 05:25:22 PM
Custom is boxed and going in the mail tomorrow. :D just as a warning to my partner: the box rattles. Don't be alarmed. It's the extras rattling around, not a broken pony. :P

Elf
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Post by: Roogna on September 22, 2014, 05:46:16 PM
I'll box it all up tomorrow, but I have to wait till some $ clears from my pp to my bank before I can ship. should be this week though
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Post by: gemini_pony on September 22, 2014, 07:28:43 PM
I will ship sometime next week before deadline.
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Post by: pyrodarknessanny on September 22, 2014, 11:12:44 PM
i should be finished and able to ship some time in the next few days , but  being so sick  over the last month has meant that i couldn't work on it , i'm behind and  MIGHT require a few extra days past the  recommended shipping times.

please be patient with me,  i assure the wait will be well worth it in the end
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Post by: CustomSwap on September 23, 2014, 06:56:11 AM
Not a problem. Just please keep us in the loop. And feel better.
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Post by: kaoskat on September 23, 2014, 07:01:28 AM
I am putting in hairs today! Yay! Then after the head is reattached, he's done!
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Post by: Sarahlacewing on September 23, 2014, 07:15:26 AM
I will definitely be done this week.  I have to figure out that alteration but then I am done.
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Post by: archidraca on September 23, 2014, 11:26:01 AM
Final sealant drying now so that I can style hair for pics then box up in the morning. I should be able to send in the next day or so.  ^.^
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Post by: Elfpony on September 23, 2014, 04:17:07 PM
Shipped!  :D

Elf
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Post by: StrawberryMeadow on September 23, 2014, 11:48:12 PM
I expect to ship Monday. I only get paid Saturday so I'll need time to locate goodies x
sorry for the delay
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Post by: Roogna on September 24, 2014, 08:28:30 AM
shipped
now for the long wait
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Post by: Salli on September 24, 2014, 02:07:22 PM
FInally! Dollyhair order with the rest of the hair should be here in the next 2 days and then I can ship the next day. I was super worried for a moment.  :whew:
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Post by: kaoskat on September 24, 2014, 09:04:12 PM
Box is all packed up!.......Except for pony.........Who still needs a head.........
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Post by: Uninu on September 25, 2014, 02:27:10 AM
Will ship today ^^
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Post by: UrocyonFox on September 25, 2014, 06:13:47 AM
package has been shipped!
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Post by: archidraca on September 25, 2014, 06:27:28 AM
Pony photoshoot done. Everything boxed. Need to make a card but will send in my photos today so I can ship by Saturday.  ^.^
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Post by: NoDivision on September 25, 2014, 08:33:14 AM
I'm hairing slooowwwwly... because I always hair slowly haha. maybe tonight I'll actually finish it :P
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Post by: Sarahlacewing on September 25, 2014, 09:19:18 AM
I need to seal tonight and I want at least 24 hours of drying time before I pack it up.
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Post by: Aflame on September 25, 2014, 10:55:05 AM
hi i shipped today !!! xaflame
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Post by: pyrodarknessanny on September 25, 2014, 11:05:13 AM
hair is done'
waiting for glue to dry and to reattach the head now'
also need to get a few extras then I am right to ship'
ill try to ship on monday / tuesday if i can...  rural area PO is closed on the weekends
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Post by: babyblueducky on September 25, 2014, 11:42:08 AM
hopefully i get ride to harmons to mail out my package. might be this weekend, since that will be my sisters day off and she can take me. harmons is closer than the post office and open longer. will have to post my teaser pic later.
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Post by: Whoa1234 on September 25, 2014, 12:17:46 PM
Almost done!
My package of embellishments FINALLY came in.
Never again, Etsy has let me down too many times with sellers who take nearly a month to ship!!

I'm so happy with how my pony is coming along. Should have her shipped Monday/Tuesday
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Post by: wiccanpony1 on September 25, 2014, 01:57:34 PM
Im done and will be sending my finished pics tomorrow:) x
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Post by: Salli on September 25, 2014, 10:06:32 PM
Finally!! My dollyhair came and I finished my pony :D The glue will be dry tomorrow and I can get pix then :D  :frolic:
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Post by: archidraca on September 26, 2014, 08:33:40 AM
Sent in pics way late last night. Found a new box to pack all in. Remembered to put in a note this time. Did a little art while nearly asleep. I hope it's well received as I'm not sure of it now with rest behind me. Just waiting on an addy so I can send.  ^.^
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Post by: babyblueducky on September 26, 2014, 11:22:02 AM
ok. here is my teaser pic.  :silly:

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what could it be?  :what:
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Post by: MikeysGrrrl on September 26, 2014, 11:53:39 AM
Picking up the sweet treats and wrapping everything tomorrow so I can get it shipped out by Monday morning :)
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Post by: gemini_pony on September 26, 2014, 08:31:12 PM
Sending a pm with a question.
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Post by: NoDivision on September 26, 2014, 08:47:06 PM
I've got the pony herself done, just trying to finish up sculpting an accessory.
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Post by: gemini_pony on September 26, 2014, 08:59:57 PM
So my base will be done soon as long as the cat stops trying to lick it.
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Post by: Aflame on September 27, 2014, 12:52:40 AM
So my base will be done soon as long as the cat stops trying to lick it.
he he he he cats get in to every thing dont they ! xaflame
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Post by: jwalraven on September 27, 2014, 07:29:21 AM
I got mine shipped yesterday. Hope you like it partner!
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Post by: granate on September 27, 2014, 09:27:30 AM
I shipped yesterday!!!!!!!!!
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Post by: archidraca on September 27, 2014, 09:41:56 AM
Shipped my box this morning and not long after I got home:  :mail:

I hope it's ok but two of the kiddos were in the room and badgered me to open it.  ^^;  Not that I resisted much. I need to take glamour shots so I can properly Brag.  :squee:  Much love, Urocyonfox!  :hug:
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Post by: MikeysGrrrl on September 27, 2014, 12:35:45 PM
Excited to see these lovely ponies :) Mine will be shipped out Monday morning.
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Post by: wiccanpony1 on September 27, 2014, 01:33:39 PM
I will be shipping as soon as I get a address:) x
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Post by: babyblueducky on September 27, 2014, 07:18:58 PM
shipped mine today. get ready to love me partner.
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Post by: archidraca on September 27, 2014, 08:35:33 PM
Brag posted! http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,360913.msg1274758.html#msg1274758 

Feel free to hijack if wanted.
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Post by: pyrodarknessanny on September 27, 2014, 10:59:38 PM
packed and ready to ship now!~

will ship tomorrow  *(Monday) 

I hope it arrives in time,   this is cutting it awfully close.
Apologies in advance to my partner if  it doesn't  arrive  on / before Halloween.


I went to get candy and stuff today , hardly any stores have much if any Halloween tat out !
its not an overly popular holiday here im afraid'     I did pick up some stuff tho so  all good.
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Post by: Sarahlacewing on September 28, 2014, 02:32:59 PM
I'm also packed and ready to ship tomorrow.  Can't wait to see them start arriving. ^^
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Post by: MikeysGrrrl on September 28, 2014, 06:33:23 PM
Here's a teaser photo partner :) Everything is all packed up and going out tomorrow!

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Post by: NoDivision on September 28, 2014, 08:22:15 PM
That wrapping is beautiful! I need to take some pictures tomorrow but then I'm all set :)
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Post by: pyrodarknessanny on September 28, 2014, 10:52:02 PM
and shipped!~    I just hope I've packed it well enough and nothing breaks in the post.
I'l die if it dose!
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Post by: StrawberryMeadow on September 29, 2014, 01:16:48 AM
I have everything, All ready to go apart from the base.

Unfortunately, (In particular as it was my birthday yesterday) I had an horrific stomach bug and was being sick for 8 hours on Saturday night. I spent yesterday being asleep and sitting quietly instead of being able to finish the base. However, Mr Meadow did loads of manual work for me, so I just need to do the decorating bits and pony will be off. I'm sorry, but I'm sure she will still make it by Halloween, considering it's still far away. x

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Post by: Uninu on September 29, 2014, 01:35:56 AM
I got my lovely pony from Elfpony! Please post pictures! :lovey:
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Post by: UrocyonFox on September 29, 2014, 05:32:31 AM
Shipped my box this morning and not long after I got home:  :mail:

I hope it's ok but two of the kiddos were in the room and badgered me to open it.  ^^;  Not that I resisted much. I need to take glamour shots so I can properly Brag.  :squee:  Much love, Urocyonfox!  :hug:

:D that was quick! Glad it arrived. I've had a rough week, I've been sick, had family issues, and just purchased my first NEW car so there's been so much going on. *hugs*
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Post by: NoDivision on September 29, 2014, 08:50:00 AM
Wow, I can't believe ponies are arriving already! How exciting!
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Post by: wiccanpony1 on September 29, 2014, 09:00:59 AM
That wrapping paper is awesome:) I shipped my pony today x
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Post by: UrocyonFox on September 29, 2014, 07:25:56 PM
I got my pony from BBD today! Oh my BBD you have outdone yourself! What an awesome pair of customs (did you get pictures of would you like me to take some?)

I do have a problem..... I ate all the nerds, ALL of them. My hubby and i have already devoured half the bag of M7Ms too ha ha so I dunno if a picture will do justice. I opened the box and just started inhaling candy while I opened ponies! (Its been a really bad couple weeks for me here so candy didn't stand a chance!)

*hugs* oh BBD you are amazing
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Post by: Okami_Amaterasu on September 29, 2014, 11:52:12 PM
The mine was shipped the past week.
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Post by: kaoskat on September 30, 2014, 07:31:54 AM
I'm shipping tomorrow because that's when I have moneys. Gonna get everything ready to go today! I hope you like him partner!
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Post by: Uninu on September 30, 2014, 12:32:49 PM
Come on pony, go to my partner's mailbox already~
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Post by: MikeysGrrrl on September 30, 2014, 12:36:04 PM
I want to see more of these ponies!
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Post by: archidraca on September 30, 2014, 12:38:03 PM
Starting to get nervous. Mailed the Swap box and an Order at the same time and got confirmation that both have arrived at their respective destinations... Hope all is well...  :(
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Post by: CustomSwap on September 30, 2014, 01:30:50 PM
Starting to get nervous. Mailed the Swap box and an Order at the same time and got confirmation that both have arrived at their respective destinations... Hope all is well...  :(

If you don't hear from your partner soon, PM me and I can message them and ask if it has arrived. And this goes for anyone who gets nervous. I'm trying to check this account at least once a day until everything has arrived. If you don't get a response within 24 hours, message one of the customs mods' accounts and we will be more than happy to help you.
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Post by: kaoskat on September 30, 2014, 05:57:58 PM
Final pictures sent!!! :frolic:
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Post by: Salli on September 30, 2014, 06:22:36 PM
My pony had an accident, I will hopefully have it fixed tomorrow. I can't believe October is here!!
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Post by: kaoskat on September 30, 2014, 06:24:44 PM
Crumbs! I forgot my partner was international! Ick! I'm sorry! I didn't mean to actually be late!
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Post by: pyrodarknessanny on October 01, 2014, 08:44:40 AM
this is exciting I can't wait to see what  arrives.
also hope that my partner likes the custom I made'
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Post by: NoDivision on October 01, 2014, 08:59:35 AM
Shipping label printed, dropping off at the post office after work :)
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Post by: babyblueducky on October 01, 2014, 12:38:23 PM
my custom for urocyonfox has been posted.
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Post by: kaoskat on October 01, 2014, 01:45:41 PM
Shipped and pony is here too! She is AMAZING! And so is the oh my gosh freaking adorable hamster doodle that came with her! Uninu go show her off!!!!!!!!!!
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Post by: StrawberryMeadow on October 01, 2014, 02:16:09 PM
PM sent, Customs mods!
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Post by: CustomSwap on October 01, 2014, 02:52:25 PM
Replied!
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Post by: blackestbird on October 01, 2014, 07:26:04 PM
PM sent to CustomSwap ;) I doubt it will go unseen for long, but still ^^
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Post by: CustomSwap on October 01, 2014, 08:46:33 PM
Got it!
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Post by: archidraca on October 01, 2014, 10:19:44 PM
PM sent...
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Post by: Uninu on October 01, 2014, 11:10:12 PM
Here's the pony I made for Kaoskat!
http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,361070.0.html
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Post by: Elfpony on October 02, 2014, 09:49:58 AM
Uninu got her pony from me.  I will try to post pics tonight, tomorrow at the latest.  It's been a busy week.  And I'm still waiting on the custom I will receive, but we're talking about notoriously slow Canada Post here, so I'm nowhere near worried yet!!!

Elf
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Post by: Eluluu on October 02, 2014, 01:27:30 PM
Hey everyone, i come bearing a message from Redlynx, she said to let you guys know she got her package from Archidraca. Shes out of data for her phone and doesnt have net hooked up yet at the new place so she will post as soon as she can =)

She loved it =D
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Post by: blackestbird on October 02, 2014, 06:57:31 PM
Finally home, and back with a pony in the mail [day late - so sorry partner!] Hopefully she finds her home safe & sound!
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Post by: archidraca on October 02, 2014, 08:26:15 PM
:yippee:  Hooray! I'm glad she got it most especially. Her liking it is a bonus.  ^.^
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Post by: Elfpony on October 03, 2014, 07:17:14 PM
My custom to Uninu is posted.  :)
http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,361142.new.html#new

Elf
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Post by: gemini_pony on October 03, 2014, 07:40:57 PM
I will ship mine tomorrow been stuck at home feeling sick.
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Post by: archidraca on October 04, 2014, 12:20:08 PM
Here is the pony I made for RedLynx: http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,361176.msg1278662.html#msg1278662
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Post by: wiccanpony1 on October 04, 2014, 02:24:14 PM
Cant wait for my partner to get their pony x
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Post by: babyblueducky on October 04, 2014, 03:02:23 PM
i got my custom from sarahlacewing. she can post pics whenever.
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Post by: Sarahlacewing on October 04, 2014, 05:46:26 PM
http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,361189.new.html#new (http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,361189.new.html#new)
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Post by: gemini_pony on October 05, 2014, 12:29:42 AM
Ok mine has been posted.
Title: got my halloween swap box yesterday from miky's girrrrl
Post by: Aflame on October 05, 2014, 04:13:04 AM
gots my yummies and my scary clown pony from mikies girrrrl thank you !!!!
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the cat was very intrested !!
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SCARY !!!!!!!!
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than k you the pony is very halloweeny !!!!
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Post by: Aflame on October 05, 2014, 04:15:30 AM
i got mine posted on customs  xaflamex
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Post by: CustomSwap on October 05, 2014, 08:10:32 AM
All right! Everyone please check your status in the first post and make sure it is correct. If it is not, please PM me.
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Post by: babyblueducky on October 05, 2014, 07:17:19 PM
looks good to me.
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Post by: archidraca on October 05, 2014, 09:16:22 PM
It's all good! ^.^
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Post by: gemini_pony on October 05, 2014, 11:52:25 PM
I have never been so nervous about pony arriving undamaged!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: StrawberryMeadow on October 06, 2014, 04:22:53 AM
I'll be pretty shocked if my pony arrives damaged. Double boxed and in the STRONG box our Oculus Rift arrived in.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: blackestbird on October 06, 2014, 06:58:31 AM
My info on the first post is correct ^^

I'm nervous about mine arriving undamaged too, I always am though. It's really padded so it should be ok...hopefully D:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: NoDivision on October 06, 2014, 08:38:20 AM
I think I packed my pony about as well as I could have. I hope her trip doesn't take too long!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: Whoa1234 on October 06, 2014, 09:47:53 AM
Aflame!
I got my pony!
Thank you so much, you did a fantastic job!
She is lovely and the sweets are yummy!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: blackestbird on October 06, 2014, 11:28:33 AM
Ooh tracking says my partner has pony mail! So excited/anxious/nervous!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: wiccanpony1 on October 06, 2014, 12:47:15 PM
I love seeing all these amazing Halloween ponies:) cant wait to see the rest x
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: Salli on October 06, 2014, 02:10:07 PM
Ooh tracking says my partner has pony mail! So excited/anxious/nervous!

Guys. I am blown A. WAY. Wait til you see this pony!!!!!! Blackestbird, this pony is incredible!! I am seriously at a loss for words right now. Go show off this stunner! :D
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: NoDivision on October 06, 2014, 02:22:08 PM
Ooh tracking says my partner has pony mail! So excited/anxious/nervous!

Guys. I am blown A. WAY. Wait til you see this pony!!!!!! Blackestbird, this pony is incredible!! I am seriously at a loss for words right now. Go show off this stunner! :D

Ooooh, can't wait to see!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: blackestbird on October 06, 2014, 02:33:55 PM
Ooh tracking says my partner has pony mail! So excited/anxious/nervous!

Guys. I am blown A. WAY. Wait til you see this pony!!!!!! Blackestbird, this pony is incredible!! I am seriously at a loss for words right now. Go show off this stunner! :D

:hug: You're so sweet, I am so thrilled to see you so happy with her! And glad she survived her trip, thankfully it was a fairly short one hehe. Thank you for such sweet words, I'll start putting her thread together lol!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: UrocyonFox on October 06, 2014, 03:26:36 PM
is there a master brag or is everyone doing their own thing?

Well in case not, I wanted to brag on BBD

This cute little undead pony stumbled out of the box and hid.
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After coaxing her out I got this cute pic of her hiding her empty eye she's embarrassed of.
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But she let me snap a picture after some pleeing (BBD I love that you carved it out to make it more like an empty socket)
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Then arose the Zombie AJ! With bits and brains exposed she's rotten to the core! :3 Love these, I wish my brag pictures were better but as I told BBD upon opening the box I inhaled the candy, tried hiding some from my hubby (only to have him come home go right to the hiding place nad much down, I swear he's got candy senses)
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I got some cute ATCs and ATC goodies from BBD too but I'm sure she'll post them on her next art post

*hugs* thank you BBD everything is just awesome.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: CustomSwap on October 06, 2014, 03:36:29 PM
The person who made the custom posts it after their partner receives it. If you want to post brag pictures of what you got, please just post them in this thread.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: blackestbird on October 06, 2014, 03:39:44 PM
Took me forever [badly functioning computer D:], but thread is up! http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,361259.new.html#new

Post Merge: October 06, 2014, 04:12:13 PM

I got pony mail today too! I got a really awesome custom from Granate, she did the neatest thing! :frolic: Can't wait for her to show her off!

Thank you so much, I love her!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: Salli on October 06, 2014, 06:49:16 PM
I am still amazed every time I look at her, blackestbird. Just amazing! Consider me a fan of yours :D

Also I FINALLY got my pony fixed so I can hopefully ship tomorrow.

I am loving looking at everyone's creations. Halloween swaps produce the most amazing ponies, don't they?
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: Aflame on October 07, 2014, 01:32:19 AM
Aflame!
I got my pony!
Thank you so much, you did a fantastic job!
She is lovely and the sweets are yummy!


good glad you like them do you want to put up some pics as i only have 2 and they are WIP ones :) thanks xaflame

ps have you seen it in the dark yet ?
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: blackestbird on October 07, 2014, 06:47:40 AM
I am still amazed every time I look at her, blackestbird. Just amazing! Consider me a fan of yours :D

Also I FINALLY got my pony fixed so I can hopefully ship tomorrow.

I am loving looking at everyone's creations. Halloween swaps produce the most amazing ponies, don't they?

You're so sweet Salli! :hug: I'm so so happy you love her so much!

That's why this swap is my favorite, I think it produces some really amazing, creative customs! Not that other swaps don't, but I always really love the Halloween swap ponies [of course I'm not biased at all by my favorite holiday, nope :shifty:].
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: granate on October 07, 2014, 11:33:25 AM
Fantastic Blackestbird!!!!.
Enjoy with her!!!
http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,361284.0.html
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: StrawberryMeadow on October 07, 2014, 03:22:47 PM
PONY

Y U TAKE SO LONG  (actually not long enough yet by far but still....)

*anxiety*
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: Salli on October 07, 2014, 04:03:48 PM
Finally. Mailed. Box...  :hot:

Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: gemini_pony on October 07, 2014, 10:36:41 PM
Ok mine should arrive at my partners on thurs...So nervous >.<
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: NoDivision on October 08, 2014, 06:11:53 AM
PONY

Y U TAKE SO LONG  (actually not long enough yet by far but still....)

*anxiety*

Haha, yes, this. I keep checking the tracking even though I know it won't really update and it will still take some time yet to get where it's going. But I want it to hurry up!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: pyrodarknessanny on October 08, 2014, 06:23:15 AM
I got my partners Pony today
she's  amazing!!
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Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: Salli on October 08, 2014, 07:45:40 AM
How cute!!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: RedLynx on October 08, 2014, 09:10:13 AM
Sent a PM!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: granate on October 08, 2014, 01:02:37 PM
I have received today  from Roogna. Thank you!!!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: Roogna on October 08, 2014, 01:38:38 PM
I have received today  from Roogna. Thank you!!!

pictures posted!!
http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,361335.0.html


also FYI for the person who made one for me - I will be out of town fri-mon, so if my custom arrives during that time I won't be able to see it or let you know till next week.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: jwalraven on October 08, 2014, 02:55:23 PM
Ok mine should arrive at my partners on thurs...So nervous >.<


I got her today. She is so pretty!

I got my partners Pony today
she's  amazing!!
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Glad you like her! I'll get more pics of her up soon. :)
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: Elfpony on October 08, 2014, 02:59:21 PM
I has pony!!  He is awesome and I love him!!  Please post pics Kat!  :D

Elf
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: kaoskat on October 08, 2014, 03:10:55 PM
Yay!!! http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,361341.new.html
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: pyrodarknessanny on October 08, 2014, 03:15:10 PM
now just waiting to hear that  my partner has gotten the pony i made safely.

i hope it arrives soon
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: Salli on October 09, 2014, 10:03:34 AM
Halloween swaps are the best. You know what would be fun? A year-long Halloween swap XD Like you have a year to make ponies and collect Halloween stuff for your partner. Maybe a private swap sometime... ;)
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: StrawberryMeadow on October 09, 2014, 05:36:55 PM
also FYI for the person who made one for me - I will be out of town fri-mon, so if my custom arrives during that time I won't be able to see it or let you know till next week.

OH THIS REMINDS ME! :

Actually, I'm off to ponycon in the morning and will be gone until Wednesday evening. So if pony arrives during that time I'll have to go get her/him when I get back xx
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: wiccanpony1 on October 10, 2014, 02:19:15 AM
Come on pony get to your new home ^.^ I want to know if yoi safe and liked lol x
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: Okami_Amaterasu on October 10, 2014, 09:11:18 AM
Hum, according with the tracking number my pony box is for delivery.  ^^  :frolic:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: gemini_pony on October 10, 2014, 05:42:19 PM
I think I got my pony but It is at my Mom's (I ship there after one of my swap ponies was stolen in the post at my apartment). I will be going over tomorrow to pick it up :3
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: Sarahlacewing on October 11, 2014, 02:38:39 PM
My pony made it!!! I love the concept of this piece, it's so imaginative and fun.  This is one of my all time favorite customs in my collection.  I am on my phone right now but I'll message you later to make sure that you know he arrived in flawless condition. <3
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: gemini_pony on October 11, 2014, 04:07:58 PM
now just waiting to hear that  my partner has gotten the pony i made safely.

i hope it arrives soon

Got her today!! OMG I just love this pony she is so perfect, and some yummy candies and cute extras (ages since I last had Pop rocks).  Also that nose keychain LOL
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: NoDivision on October 11, 2014, 04:30:30 PM
Ooh, yay, my pony is nearing her destination :)
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Working! Shipping starts today!
Post by: pyrodarknessanny on October 11, 2014, 09:01:57 PM
now just waiting to hear that  my partner has gotten the pony i made safely.

i hope it arrives soon

glad you like her!
i'll get some pics up  :D

Got her today!! OMG I just love this pony she is so perfect, and some yummy candies and cute extras (ages since I last had Pop rocks).  Also that nose keychain LOL

Post Merge: October 11, 2014, 09:17:20 PM

http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,361477.msg1283895.html#msg1283895

and here she is!~
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Arriving!
Post by: CustomSwap on October 13, 2014, 12:27:29 PM
Hey guys! The sign ups for the Holiday Swap has started so  there will now be 2 swaps on this account until these last 6 ponies arrive, so if you need to message regarding this swap, please clearly title your PM "Halloween Swap" so it doesn't get mixed up.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Arriving!
Post by: wiccanpony1 on October 13, 2014, 12:41:19 PM
My pony made it!!! I love the concept of this piece, it's so imaginative and fun.  This is one of my all time favorite customs in my collection.  I am on my phone right now but I'll message you later to make sure that you know he arrived in flawless condition. <3

YAY  :biggrin: Im so glad he made it and that your happy xxxx
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Arriving!
Post by: Sarahlacewing on October 13, 2014, 07:27:27 PM
My pony made it!!! I love the concept of this piece, it's so imaginative and fun.  This is one of my all time favorite customs in my collection.  I am on my phone right now but I'll message you later to make sure that you know he arrived in flawless condition. <3

YAY  :biggrin: Im so glad he made it and that your happy xxxx

I never messaged you! I'm so sorry.  I've been on my toes with check ins from the Anime swap I am hosting and I completely forgot.  *hugs you tight* He is amazing!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Arriving!
Post by: wiccanpony1 on October 14, 2014, 04:07:44 AM
I recieved my pony today and I love him,Thank you so much RedLynx! not only did my box have a great pony in but check out all these extras
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Thank you so much xx

EDIT just to say I have left you feedback RedLynx
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Arriving!
Post by: Okami_Amaterasu on October 14, 2014, 04:13:26 AM
My pony box is waiting in the mail office from the 10th day.   :work:
She is saying Help help.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Arriving!
Post by: MikeysGrrrl on October 14, 2014, 04:25:11 AM
I recieved my pony today and I love him,Thank you so much RedLynx! not only did my box have a great pony in but check out all these extras
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Thank you so much xx

Wow :dropjaw: That is a ton of goodies
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Arriving!
Post by: RedLynx on October 14, 2014, 05:46:27 AM
I'm so glad you got her!  I hope you -really- do like your pony!  I hope you don't feel overwhelmed by the goodies...the longer it took me to ship the more I kept adding.  I know sometimes I go overboard and some people don't like that...I just really love Halloween!   Also, I wanted the box I had too full to wiggle to protect the pony.  I don't have a proper internet connection so I can't post pictures for now.
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Arriving!
Post by: NoDivision on October 14, 2014, 06:40:52 AM
*twiddles thumbs* I feel like my pony should be arriving to my partner any day now!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Arriving!
Post by: Roogna on October 14, 2014, 08:29:27 AM
My pony box is waiting in the mail office from the 10th day.   :work:
She is saying Help help.

I just got back in town, and picked up the pony this morning! I love her! I love all the chains with trinkets (including her horn!) and whatever that material is that makes her outfit - post pics! she's great!
and I'd love to know her story ;)
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Arriving!
Post by: Okami_Amaterasu on October 15, 2014, 03:00:48 AM
Cool Roogna, enjoy her.  :lovey:

http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,361624.0.html

I'm so sorry, when I closed the box I forgot put the card with her story and dedication, I am so sorry.  :sad: :sad:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Arriving!
Post by: NoDivision on October 15, 2014, 07:44:10 AM
my package tracking hasn't updated in 5 days, which makes me nervous :(
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Arriving!
Post by: StrawberryMeadow on October 15, 2014, 09:19:16 AM
Bad news about my pony. I PM'd the mods account
 :cry:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Arriving!
Post by: MikeysGrrrl on October 15, 2014, 09:26:05 AM
My pony has arrived, go ahead and show her off Whoa1234

Thanks for all the extra Halloween goodies :)
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Arriving!
Post by: wiccanpony1 on October 15, 2014, 01:26:59 PM
Bad news about my pony. I PM'd the mods account
 :cry:
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Oh no hope everything can be sorted x
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Arriving!
Post by: Okami_Amaterasu on October 16, 2014, 04:28:28 AM
YAy, I got my pony, she is amazing, crazy and with all I like and love. Thanks you very much Salli, please put the pics soon. All people have see that art!  :frolic: :frolic: :frolic: :lovey: :lovey: :newpony:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Arriving!
Post by: Salli on October 17, 2014, 08:45:02 AM
I'm so glad she arrived okay! I will try to post pix later :D Have a wonderful Halloween!!
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Arriving!
Post by: StrawberryMeadow on October 18, 2014, 05:00:27 AM
When I got back to work yesterday, after a week off for Ponycon, There was a card to pay customs on something. Originally I thought it was for a tee I ordered from the US but that's here now, customs-free. I strongly suspect it's my pony!

I'll have to get it Monday lunchtime, as our car was in the garage yesterday, so I couldn't get out to the sorting office on time. Pretty hyped!  :enthralled:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Arriving!
Post by: Salli on October 18, 2014, 11:06:55 AM
Here is the post for Lunatic Luna
http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,361766.new.html#new
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Arriving!
Post by: StrawberryMeadow on October 20, 2014, 06:21:17 AM
The mystery box *was* my pony!  :newpony: :newpony: :newpony:
She's so beautiful, seriously. I can't stop staring.
Thank you to NoD a million times over. I'm not worthy  :freak: :worshippy: :ack:
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Arriving!
Post by: NoDivision on October 20, 2014, 10:24:29 AM
You are totally worthy, heh :blush:

Glad she arrived safely. Here's her thread! http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,361846.new.html
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Arriving!
Post by: NoDivision on October 29, 2014, 04:25:59 PM
My pony has arrived! Yay! Right in time for halloween. StrawberryMeadow made the most epic pony EVER. <33333
Title: Re: Official Arena Halloween Swap 2014 Arriving!
Post by: StrawberryMeadow on October 29, 2014, 04:29:49 PM
I'm SO RELIEVED SHE FINALLY MADE IT!!!  :drunk:

She's a bloody well-traveled pony now. 3 times across the Atlantic in 3 weeks?! (for those who don't know - someone in US customs decided her original export documents were not big enough, and sent her back! So I had to print out the same thing, but bigger! And this time she finally bloody made it)

Thread inc ;)

Finally all done!  :frolic:
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