It certainly looks like they're going to enjoy life at your place! I didn't have time to include them in the story, but they did pose before heading out:

I want a BoK!!! those things look awesome who were the lucky people who got 3 as gifts??

KrazyPete got 2, for designing the ID cards. People who have helped me immensely with research for the Information Thread/real life job hunting have been getting some as gifts. And then the other SC players I've met in real life were gifted with a pair too.

~pets FireBall~ He's a good little pet, even if he has gotten a bit moldy.

Funny you should say that...

They actually just got back to me this morning.

Sadly, the answer is no. As it can't be mass-produced and go through their Finland HQ without racking up massive shipping charges, they wouldn't be able to sell them through their store, and selling them somewhere else risks them losing control of the brand. So, for now, they're very sorry, but they can't do it.

I have asked in reply, though, if they'd be all right with me just charging for shipping, as that is easily the most expensive reason/the reason why I can't just give plushies to everyone. We'll see how that goes.

Ahem.

Grey Area has replied again.

I can charge for shipping.

This means plushies are a go.

Give me some time to figure out the best way to go about getting these into your hands (or offer suggestions!). Please, please, please remember that I am one person with something resembling a life and so I can't mass produce these.

Send me an email.

As far as providing them for my friends, here's what I've decided.

If you want one, send me an email at fantismalspider@gmail.com and put Stuffed Spirits as the subject.

There will be a limit of FOUR (4) spirits per player/email address, and because it will be boring to make the same spirit over and over again, I'm only going to make the boss spirits (Bonfire, Lenus, BoK) 8 times each, so first-come, first-served.
Bonfire: 1 left
Lenus: 3 left
BoK: 4 left
Weaver: 0 left

In the email itself, include this form, filled out ENTIRELY.
SC Name:
Spirit(s): (element name of spirit)

I'll put you on a list and send you a confirmation. Then, I'll work down the list in the order I've received emails, and when your spirit is ready, I'll email you again to get your address and talk reimbursement.

Inriks, Drioma, and Tiermes will cost $5 to cover materials/time + cost of shipping (which will obviously vary). Dannan will cost $6 + shipping because they are harder to make.

I will be using USPS First Class mail to send these, as it is consistently the cheapest (and the mailman knows me now when I come in and plop some spirits down on his desk. )
Price will be:
1 spirit: $1.59+package shipping for 4.5 oz
2 spirits: $1.59+package shipping for 6 oz
3 spirits: $1.69+package shipping for 9 oz
4 spirits: $1.69+package shipping for 12 oz

You can use the USPS website to figure out shipping costs if you want to know in advance. If you want a faster mailing, let me know.

I ask that you keep in mind I am but one person. It may take time to make your spirit and send it to you. I will not ask for any sort of reimbursement until the spirit is ready to be put in the mail. I will not share any personal information you tell me. All spirits will be handcrafted, so there may be some imperfections. They are roughly the size of a very large apple and are made from felt and polyester stuffing. Every spirit will come with its own unique ID card.


Does this seem fair/of interest to you? If so, go ahead and send me an email. Again:
fantismalspider@gmail.com
Subject: Stuffed Spirits
Form: SC Name:
Spirit(s): (element name of spirit)

No more plushies. I'll finish the requests I have and call it done.

Edited by Gabriel (Dec. 6, 2011 11:47:24)