Brick walls and character bags

[soc_puppet]

Not-so-good day today, but it's getting better. Had far too much homework last night, but it turns out that I can do some of it today and tomorrow and still be relatively in the clear (I hope). Ran head-first into the brick wall of "trying to explain things to people and them not getting it today" - Jeva, I know how you feel now. For the record: if I am sad, what I need is a distraction, not to talk about it. Talking about it generally makes me feel worse. When I'm under control, then I will think about it. This is good, because when I've calmed down, I generally have a better ability to think about things thoroughly and such. Also, my way is not always the right way, but sometimes (most of the time, really) it's the only way I've got, and it's a way that works, so I go with it.

Anyway, setting the emo-tastic stuff → aside, where they can stew with holiday card plans for a little while, I'mma move on to something more fun for me ^___^

See, Mom makes these nifty little bags. (They're inspired by omiyage, or at least the crafts in a book of that title, so that's what Mom thinks of them as. I suppose it's a good a name as any.) They're about the right size to carry make-up, or a cell phone, or a PDA, or just about anything small that you want handy. (Mom uses hers for "female supplies" (and that is a quote).) One day, I was looking at them, and I thought that it would be really cool to make similar bags fashioned after anime characters and such. And I thought about this for a long while, and didn't really do much about it besides think, until Sunday when Joan came to visit. (We had a blast, BTW ♥) I brought it up with her while she was there, and she thought it was a great idea ^__^ We got started thinking about what characters I'd like to make bags of, and came up with a huge list.

Mom overheard, also thought it was a great idea, and went so far as to suggest that I sell them at whichever convention I go to next in an attempt to make back some of the money I'd be spending. And while I love the idea, I'm not entirely sure how I'd go about doing it. I suppose I'd have to get a table at Artist's Alley or something :/ And that probably means missing most of the convention. The other option is to put some up for auction in the fan art area at Anime Iowa, but room for 3D stuff is limited. So, thinking about it. Also have to get around to trying to make them - nekokenchan, mistressoffoxes, either of you mind being recipients of test versions? I thought I could maybe try for one for each of you for [Winter Holiday of Choice].

Anyway, we'll have to see how that goes. I'll probably put up pictures if/when I get some done. With any luck, I'll also be able to make most of 'em reversable ♥♥♥

Edit: *glances around for journals to spam while she waits for stuff to upload already*

Also, I'm using this icon ("this icon" being the Mokonan icon) so much, I'm wondering if I shouldn't just make it my default now. I mean, it would be the first time I changed my default since I made a default, which has its own pros and cons, so.

Edit 2: Aaaargh! *flails and pulls hair out* Must... Not... Spam... Own... Journal!

Comments

[girlquinn.livejournal.com]

I ♥ your Mokonan Icon. You should use it FOREVER. *shot*

Anyway, yeah, those anime baggies sound like a good idea. If you have the free time, I say go for it!

[soc_puppet]

XD I'll think about it? And it is wonderful and full of crack, yes.

*calculates free time* Yeah, I think I've got some that I can use. Go for it I shall!

[sleepfighter.livejournal.com]

...but. omiyagae = small gifts...*brain explodes*

Nah, s'an okay name for it although I swear that there's a name for the ones they use with kimonos. *silly mother induced reflex*

[soc_puppet]

Yeah, pretty much. I mean, I think that's what the introduction called them. It's got lots of different styles, like bags in the shape of koi and pinecones and with sakura petals and all that. And also some things that aren't bags, but it's mostly bags, so.

Oh, I've got one of those. And the outfit to go with it. *still doesn't know the name, ahahah :D;*

[sleepfighter.livejournal.com]

No, I meant all small gifts are omiyage. Like, the Fuhrer's melon-giving is an example of omiyage. *silly lingustic!reflex*

Uhm...I totaly knew and now I forgot. Damn.

[soc_puppet]

Ah, right ^^; *feels slightly dumb but is easily distracted, so no worries?*

I swear, noun amnesia is contagious.

[mistressoffoxes.livejournal.com]

As if I'd ever say no to something from you, 'Neechan? :D

(Translation: I wouldn't mind receiving a test version ^_^)

[soc_puppet]

XD Not that I'd expect you to.

(Sounds good ^_^ You want Ed or Envy? 'Cuz whichever one you pick, Pat's getting the other one.)

[mistressoffoxes.livejournal.com]

...Decisions, decisions... Do ya' think Pat would mind getting an Ed one? :D;;;

[soc_puppet]

I wouldn't think so, but it would probably be good to mention that you'd be getting the corresponding character ;) ...I'm also currently thinking about making mini character heads to stick in your bags as well (again, corresponding characters) so they don't get "lonely", but I don't know if that'll pan out, so. *shrug* I guess we could ask?

[mistressoffoxes.livejournal.com]

Asking would be a good idea. I can do that when I talk to her today, if that would be good enough :D

[mistressoffoxes.livejournal.com]

Just asked her. She says it's alright

[nekokenchan.livejournal.com]

I wouldn't mind getting a test version, either.

And yes, it's fine if I get an Ed

[soc_puppet]

Yay, happiness ^___^

Joy :DD The symmetry, she makes me happy!

[delight046.livejournal.com]

Heh, I look forward to the next time we hang out. :) And as I said before, I'm willin' ta help you sew em! *huggles*

[soc_puppet]

Ditto ^__^ Ooo, maybe we can go fabric shopping... it's been a while since I did that with a buddy. And thanks ^___^ ♥

[nekokenchan.livejournal.com]

Wanna go fabric shopping over break? I need to find the rest of the fabric for my costume and a pattern for the coat and some bobbins

[websofseaweed.livejournal.com]

Well, sorry your day was emo-tastic. D: I hope tomorrow goes better for you.

Ooh, the bag idea sounds SO cool! I'd totally buy one at a convention!! :D

[soc_puppet]

Well, today was sorta better, but I'm not much looking forward to tomorrow >_< Blasted scheduling conflicts. Still, Friday looks promising. Despite the fact that my day is filled to the brim with appointments. (Note to self: see about schedluing with psychiatrist on Monday or Wednesday morning instead of Friday.

If I found you at a convention, I'd totally sell one to you :D It would be followed by lingering guilt over selling something to a friend-ish-type-person, but that would probably be overwhelmed by selfishness in the end ^^a Er. Special friends-list discount?