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Post by LPS NANA on Mar 4, 2008 18:58:31 GMT -5
I would also be afraid to participate in this as I have never done a custom before. I think this is a awesome idea COOLKAT. I can't wait to see everyone's customs. I think this will be really fun to watch from the outside too! Have fun everyone.
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Post by moretoys4you on Mar 5, 2008 2:49:27 GMT -5
I really really think that ANYONE wanting to do customs should not be afraid to start right here. I think any of us would be more than happy to have any custom from anyone! It is the experience that is the best part!
I would be VERY proud to have the FIRST one someone has made! It is supposed to be FUN!!
If you put your heart into something it will have the special touch no matter if you are a beginner or a pro!
I am somewhere in the middle and have the same worries that someone won't be thrilled with mine, but hopefully they know that I worked hard on it to make it special for them (because I will 100%).
Good luck deciding everyone! I am definately on the encouraging side for all the newbies!!
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Post by Allison on Mar 5, 2008 2:56:07 GMT -5
I think I might try it out, eep! Does anyone have a beginner's guide? Haha!  |
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Post by mrs"e" on Mar 5, 2008 9:50:08 GMT -5
We could answer any questions anyone has. Ask away.
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Post by Phoenix on Mar 5, 2008 13:15:23 GMT -5
Hey, can you guys see me an that map thingy?
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Post by mrs"e" on Mar 5, 2008 14:06:21 GMT -5
Yes, Phoenix. Denver, CO.
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Post by joystoys on Mar 5, 2008 18:23:40 GMT -5
I think I might try it out, eep! Does anyone have a beginner's guide? Haha! Yay, go for it. ;D |
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Post by Marcymimi on Mar 5, 2008 18:51:33 GMT -5
I'm in. I promise I won't flake on you guys!
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Post by Allison on Mar 5, 2008 19:23:12 GMT -5
Ok, questions, hmm, where to start! What do you use to primer? Also, to cover the eyes, so I wouldn't have to repaint them (that part makes me a little nervous)? And for a sealer? I am pretty handy with clay/apoxie, so I have no problem with that. Do you use just regular acrylic paints? I'm thinking I can do this. I used to do a lot of sculpting and stuff, I sew pretty regularly and I do tons of scrapbooking, so hopefully if I know the basics, I can start in on it! It looks like so much fun! |
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Post by mrs"e" on Mar 5, 2008 19:32:07 GMT -5
I use Krylon Ultra flat black or white primer. It's in a spray can, but a lot of people just paint right onto the pets. I use silly putty to cover the eyes so I don't have to paint them. I use Krylon Acrylic Crystal Clear Non-Yellowing Sealant.
Have fun!
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Post by Allison on Mar 5, 2008 19:36:52 GMT -5
I use Krylon Ultra flat black or white primer. It's in a spray can, but a lot of people just paint right onto the pets. I use silly putty to cover the eyes so I don't have to paint them. I use Krylon Acrylic Crystal Clear Non-Yellowing Sealant. Have fun! So you don't really have to primer, then? Do you spray it directly on the pets? What about the bobble, do you put something around their necks, or does it not affect that? Thanks so much for the info, Elizabeth! |
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Post by mrs"e" on Mar 5, 2008 19:40:06 GMT -5
No, you don't have to, but it helps to hold the paint better. Yes, you spray it on the pet, outside. An even spray is the key. Some use a paint on primer.
The bobble isn't affected by the spray.
Happy to help. Keep asking if you think of anything else.
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Post by Allison on Mar 5, 2008 19:44:41 GMT -5
No, you don't have to, but it helps to hold the paint better. Yes, you spray it on the pet, outside. An even spray is the key. Some use a paint on primer. The bobble isn't affected by the spray. Happy to help. Keep asking if you think of anything else. Thank you SO much, Elizabeth, you don't know how much that helps me in figuring out how to do it. I think I can do it. Will have to test it out on a pet, first, and see how that goes, I don't know if I want to commit to sending a terrible custom to someone until I'm sure that I can do it, haha! |
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Post by mrs"e" on Mar 5, 2008 19:55:02 GMT -5
It seems this idea of sending customs off, has inspired a lot to start customizing. Awesome!
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Post by calcumbrack on Mar 5, 2008 20:35:01 GMT -5
I'm in!
1. Favorite LPS: Bugs or guinea pigs
2. Favorite animal: real life? cats, but i don't like the lps cats except persians.
3. Favorite 2 Colors: green and purple
4. Special interests: Tiny things, minatures, photography, fairies
And I'm in Michigan.
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