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Creativity => Customs => Topic started by: CustomSwap on October 13, 2014, 12:24:36 PM
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Hi there! Welcome to the Arena Official Holiday Custom Swap! Come join us for some glittery Holiday fun! The ponies for this swap will be themed to anything to do with the Holidays or winter. 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 reindeer and elves!
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)
Uninu's feedback (http://mlparena.com/index.php?action=trader&id=7127)
Signups: 10/13-10/20
Partners: 10/20-10/22
Check In: 11/3
Photo: 11/24-11/30
Int ship: 12/2-12/9
Ship: 12/8-12/15
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 holiday gifts/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 Minty, 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 October 22.
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 the holidays/winter?
What are your favorite Holiday treats?
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
ApertureScience -Shipped/Received
Griffin -Shipped/Received
kaoskat -Shipped/Received
Plus:
Aflame -Shipped/Received
granate -Shipped/Received
gemini_pony -Shipped/Received
Okami_Amaterasu -Shipped/Received
Gaspode -Shipped/Received
Prideth -Shipped/Received
jwalraven -Shipped/Received
Princess Sparklesnow by Prideth - http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,363918.0.html
Talvenmarja by Griffin - http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,363930.0.html
Snow Serene by kaoskat - http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,363959.0.html
Holiday Ponies by gemini_pony - http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,364004.0.html
San Nicolás by granate - http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,364053.0.html
Angel and Stitch by Okami_Amaterasu - http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,364324.0.html
Holiday Pony by Aflame - http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,364211.0.html
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Aww... I was hoping to do a Holiday Swap, but I've only got 5 feedback right now. Looks like I'll be looking for a private swap partner soon!
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Hhm...I might join this one. Probably the simpler category.
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I'm tempted to join too, been wanting to do another custom for a while :)
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I love this swap!!!
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I will get my form in latter today!! So excited!!
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he he me to !! xaflame
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I might join this swap! Im really new to swaps, I hope I have pics of at least 3 customs ready!
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I've got a ton of bait and no ideas/motivation. I think this may give me just the kick that I need. :) Sent my form in. Looking forward to getting my partner!
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Woohoo, I've always wanted to do the Holiday swap but I never had the time before, last year I was taking a break and the year before I had a couple of other custom swaps ending around the holidays. Now's my chance! Can't wait, I already have some ideas but let's see if any of them matches my partner's likes. Or maybe they have something completely different in mind, something awesome that I didn't even come to think about...
:holiday:
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1 more day to sign up!
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I can't contain my excitement!
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And you should all have partners! If anyone got their own name, please contact us immediately so we can get things fixed ASAP and you can get started. If you have any other questions, again, please message. Also, if you message this account at any point, to be sure you get the fastest response, please post in this thread letting us know we have a message.
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Awesome, I can't wait to get working! :sled:
*reads through partner's form for ideas*
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Sent a message :3
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And here we go! Time to start brainstorming. My partner gave me plenty to work with, so it shouldn't take too long to begin working. :biggrin:
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Bought the bait!
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Just sketched out my design and omg I love it. :biggrin: The best part is, my bait is already gessoed so I can start painting right away. Whoo!
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Still looking through for my baits since I've moved house. But I am getting ideas going.
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Check in is almost upon us!
Where has October gone?!
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check in gots a bait have drawn concept art and ideas xaflame
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Checking in! I've got my bait, hair, and bits and bobs ready to go! Experimenting with some ideas before I begin the paintwork, but I'm ready to get some work done!
:frolic:
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I´m working with her hair!!
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Do we post or pm our check-in?
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Either is fine, we just need to hear from you and know you are working!
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I know what I want to do, but I'm still trying to choose a bait....
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Ok in that case I have my design all planned out (which I just love) And a bait picked out and prepped, just need the baby bait.
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I've got ideas flowing. Got some baits, hair, and some extras going. :)
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hair arrived today, bait is prepped. Waiting for the weekend to get cracking on the hair.
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I'm working in the sculpted from the first pony, too I'm waiting a second bait from USA...
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Still missing 2 check ins.....
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I know one of them is mine. The paint is coming along nicely. I haven't ordered the hair yet though. And I'm about to try and arrange a bait trade so I can make a second custom.
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Sorry! Hadnt realised check in date and havent been on arena for a few days. Have been active on this thread not long ago and have just now replied to pm. Hope I'm still included.
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I think my FBR is finally done! :accomplished: Can't wait to move on to painting the details, though I think I must now set this one aside and prioritise the Horns & Skulls swap custom. That one still needs quite a bit of work...
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And that's everyone! Great job guys! Keep working!
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First custom finished, now for the second.
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And finished. Pm for you CustomSwap.
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Did some painting today! Quite alot actually..... I like it so far. I'll probably like it ok until I start seeing all the other ponies like usual :silly: But still, for the moment I think it looks pretty cool!
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I have done my custom!!!
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There must be something in the water in Spain! You guys are always done so fast! *considers importing Spanish water*
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I found a paint color called "Battleship." A lady at Michaels was asking what I needed and I said "a nice warm gray" paint and handed this to me. She asked what for and I let her know for a My Little Pony custom and she burst out laughing. A My Little Pony the color of "Battleship." XD
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There must be something in the water in Spain! You guys are always done so fast! *considers importing Spanish water*
Tehehehe. ^^, that has made me much grace, and has made my day. Thanks.
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I found a paint color called "Battleship." A lady at Michaels was asking what I needed and I said "a nice warm gray" paint and handed this to me. She asked what for and I let her know for a My Little Pony custom and she burst out laughing. A My Little Pony the color of "Battleship." XD
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One of my favourite Citadel colours was a pretty pale spring green... called "Rotting Flesh". :lmao:
I haven't made any progress since my last post but that's okay, I will soon be done with the H&S swap custom and then I can fully focus on this one again. :)
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My progress has been pretty slow up until yesterday, I had Lasek surgery less than two weeks ago and had an unforseen complication. :yikes: I'm better and able to see fairly well now, and I'm cranking this project into high gear! I expect I'll be done right on time!
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Check Ins start today! This time you need to PM pictures!
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Checked in :)
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I'm headed out of town to spend Thanksgiving with family.
I will be back sometime Friday night/Saturday morning.
I just wanted to confirm we have until 11/30 to photo check in.
:)
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You do.
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I will check in after Thanksgiving, I have so much cooking and family and shopping stuff to do this week!
:drunk:
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Had some major rl issues last couple of weeks so am a little behind bug getting on track now. Will havr photo to you asap.
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I will send mine in after I get home from Black Friday work X_x.. I just need to do the hair and I am done. Extras that I am trying not to eat have been purchased.
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sent mine in :)
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Yippee, I finished painting! And errr... I hope my partner won't mind terribly much that I'm keeping the pony, lol! I can send you a photo of her and some candy, deal? :silly:
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I will get some pics in either tonight or tomorrow night due to the holiday and working retail.
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check in sent!
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PM'ed my final photos! I had to finish a little sooner because I'm going on a work trip tomorrow and my hubby will have to send my pony box out!
I can't wait to see all the beautiful holiday ponies! :drunk:
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I'm having internet issues tonight. I will have some pics tomorrow. :)
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Still short 2 check ins!
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I know im late with photos sorry. Camera troubles! Working on it asap but I am here and custom is coming along x
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Still short 2 check ins!
Sorry I forgot I will get them in asap...when I wake up..
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You will receive your address after sending your final pictures if your partner has checked in. Please check your status in the first post of this thread and make certain it is correct!
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Finally checked in...
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I'm done! :happy: Going through pictures now, will be shipping tomorrow or on Friday.
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shipped this morning :)
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I have shipped today!!!!
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finally got a photo to PM so that's done :) Sorry again for lateness.
Will be posting Monday.
Gaspode
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Just leaving here a little teaser pic. :devious:
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And because Griffin's teaser amuses me, I shall post my own! :silly:
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Now who else painted a bullfinch? :silly:
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Haha, what a coincidence! :lol: But bullfinches are the cutest. They're among my favourite Christmas card themes, bullfinches and reindeer, closely followed by any other animals.
I can't wait to see everyone's holiday ponies! :lovey:
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Im ready to post but got no address yet?
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Need pics of completed customs to get addresses.
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I sent my final pics.
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What a funny coincidence, Griffin & Kaoskat! :lol:
I just got home from my work trip and shipped today! Your package is coming, partner! I wish I had the forethought to take teaser pics. :redface:
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What a funny coincidence, Griffin & Kaoskat! :lol:
I just got home from my work trip and shipped today! Your package is coming, partner! I wish I had the forethought to take teaser pics. :redface:
I just cropped the ones I had!
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I didn't take a real great photo of her symbol. So here is.. a sultry teaser?!
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Sorry, I missed that and hadn't realised! Final pics on their way now :)
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Got shipped today. I will post a teaser pic once my laptop behaves.
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Shipped too.
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Shipped!
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I will most likely ship on Monday as this week is crazy.
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Sent a pm
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I also just got the cutest pony from Aflame. Love here and her teeny bear friend!
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Sent a pm
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I also just got the cutest pony from Aflame. Love here and her teeny bear friend!
Is this the first holiday pony received?! :accomplished: Oh man, I can't wait to see pictures!!
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glad you liked her !!! xaflame
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Oh my gosh! I got my pony from Griffin today! She is absolutely breathtaking!!!!
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I got a beautiful pony from ApertureScience and the most delicious smelling candle!
Thank you sooo very much, I love her :)
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Everyone please check your status! According to my records everyone has shipped now and 4 have arrived.
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I have my custom from Prideth!
Oh my gosh she is beautiful and amazing, and the extras are delicious. Please Prideth, you have put pics, she is precious!
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My partner should get their pony by Mon :3
And I can't wait till all the pics are posted of everyones ponies!
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is there a brag thread for this swap yet cant wait to see them all !!! xaflame
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We do not have brag threads for custom swaps. If you would like to post a brag, you may do it in this thread. Otherwise, I will be adding the links for the completed customs into the first post as people post them.
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I have my custom from Prideth!
Oh my gosh she is beautiful and amazing, and the extras are delicious. Please Prideth, you have put pics, she is precious!
Yay I'm so glad she made it safely there and that you like her!! I hope everything arrived in good shape!
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Oh my gosh! I got my pony from Griffin today! She is absolutely breathtaking!!!!
:lovey: I was so happy to have you as my partner!
Here she is: http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,363930.0.html
// Edit to add: I got to open my pony from kaoskat today and she's amazing! Such detailed paintwork! I was also spoiled with lovely extras, I wish I could share pics but I don't have a camera of my own and using Dad's equipment is always a hassle, lol. There was candy, some lovely ornaments (an owl and a deer and a sock filled with candy :heart: ) and a crazy and fun pen in holiday colours, I bet my cats would love it. Thank you! :hug:
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Got my pony from Whoa1234 today! Oh my gosh, I'm not worthy! She's so pretty~! Thank you! :heart:
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Got my box from gemini_pony. Thanks for more ponies and treats. You did a great job! :)
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Got my box today from granate! I got some really tasty chocolate and an adorable little pony! :lol: He's so cute!
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Fantastic Prideth!!! safe and sound.
http://mlparena.com/index.php?topic=364053.msg1327726#msg1327726
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got my box off jwal raven today so pretty thanks !!!!
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Good to hear! I was just about to check the tracking again today. :)
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My pony is delivered from the 20th, partner, you got him safe?
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My pony is delivered from the 20th, partner, you got him safe?
Oh I'm so sorry and don't want to seem ungrateful... it's been so hectic here getting ready for Xmas I haven't had chance to pop on and thank you but YES I received my parcel and my wonderful customs!! I am completely in love seriously they are beautiful xxxxx please share pictures if you have them and thank you again.... Merry Christmas!!
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I got my custom from Gaspode!!!!!! . Thank you for the candy corn, I love it!!!!!!
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And that's everyone! Great swap everyone! Nice work! Don't forget to leave feedback for your partner!
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And here is my custom for Gaspode.
http://mlparena.com/index.php?topic=364324.new#new