Pocky Swap! Complete. Thanks everyone!

[RedLynx]

~* The Pocky Swap! *~

And now for something -completely- different!  Love anime?  Love snacking while watching anime?  Shyeah!  Then join us for making Pocky flavored, ahem, I mean themed ponies!  Creativity is a must, newbies welcome!

Dates to Remember:
Signups are from:   3/13 - 3/21
Partners assigned by:  3/24
1st photo check in:  4/24
Final photo check in (shipping clearance granted):  5/24
FINAL SHIP DATE:  6/3                                   

Always check your host’s feedback before joining a swap. RedLynx’s feedback: http://mlparena.com/mlp/index.php?action=trader&id=9482

Red Tape (Rules!):
1. You must have a minimum of 5 positive Arena feedbacks to participate. To participate in the newbie category you only need 2 positive Arena feedbacks.  Ebay feedback will not count for this swap, sorry!
2. You must have been an arena member for at least 3 months before sign ups are over.
3. Submit pictures of at least 3 of your most recent customs. This swap will be paired based on skill.  Newbies may share 1.
4. Ship on time!
5. Please, no shipping early! Wait until you are cleared to ship.
6. Be prepared with pictures on the check in dates.
7. PM me the tracking number when you have shipped.
8. KEEP YOUR SHIPPING RECEIPTS!  You must be able to show proof of shipping if asked.  Delivery confirmation is highly recommended.
9. Let me know when you receive your custom and if you're happy or if you have any concerns.
10. Do not tell anyone who your partner is. It’s a secret!
11. Do not use any fakies unless they're requested by your partner.
12. Please check in on the thread to answer questions and let everyone know you're out there at least once a week!
13. It is recommended that you include a few extras/treats with your pony!  Come on, it's a Pocky swap!  Show the Pocky love!

Simple, yes?  Standard rules, but lets have exceptional participation with no flaking! Please put Pretty Pocky Pony as your PM heading so we know you read the rules!

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Form - to be PMed to RedLynx no later than 3/21/13.

Arena Name:
Real Name:
Address:
Are you willing to ship overseas?
Links/pictures of three current customs:
Link to arena feedback:
Which generation(s) do you prefer to customize?
Which generation(s) do you prefer to receive?
Is there anything you do NOT want to see on your pony?
Is there anything you would like included on your pony?
What is your favorite color(s)?
Share a little about yourself and things you like to help your partner (do you like anime, favorite snacks, favorite movies, best Pocky you've ever eaten, favorite Ramen flavor):
Pick three to five of your favorite Pocky flavors or box designs (for a design, please include a link!)
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Participants:
1. ApertureScience - Partner recieved
2. Eluluu - Clear!  http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,332802.msg0.html#new
3. RedLynx - Clear!
4. Kanamai
5. kaoskat - Clear!  http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,332455.0.html
6. tikibirds - Clear!
7. dippindot - http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,333003.0.html
8. secretsheik - Clear!
8. banditpony - Clear! http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,333011.0.html

~~Approved by CSA 3/11/13~~

[RedLynx]

We're approved and taking applications!

[secretsheik]

How sweet it is to be part of this swap! I can hardly wait to make a pony!

[Eluluu]

ugh i almost had myself talked out of it... but POCKY! lol i cant say no to fond memories of all night anime/ddr parties, gorging ourselves on pocky and ramune! so im in. =]

food for thought:

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[RedLynx]

Oh that's gorgeous!  I wanna make that now!

[secretsheik]

Oh nom! I'm loving that pocky cake!

[kaoskat]

This is sooooo tempting........

[Eluluu]

doooo eeeeet!!!!

[RedLynx]

You know you want to join us, we have pocky!!!

[RedLynx]

Last night was our anniversary and we spent the evening in Epcot!  Epcot Japan, helloooo pocky! 

Taking sign ups for a few more days!  I'm getting super excited to begin working....and....it just occurred to me that I haven't finished my own application!  Oops!  Bumping this back to the main page.  Come on, guys! ^^

[secretsheik]

If you still want to sign up please hurry, there isn't much time left!

[tikibirds]

This sounds like fun but I haven't made a custom in years 

[RedLynx]

Last day for sign ups and then...partners!  Super excited to get started! 

[tikibirds]

YAY - 1st custom swap in like forever  for me 

[RedLynx]

Alrighty!  So we have one person I'm still talking to and I'm working on organizing partners.  Once I'm set, I'll submit them and then it won't be long and you'll get to start the partner stalking and brain storming!

I totally recommend noting some of your likes and interests on a want list, if you have one.  I really need to dust mine off a bit.  Learning about my partner is one of my favorite parts...but I feel a little down when my research turns up little about them that can help me make my pony and box for them unique and special.