CUSTOM WORK & MADE TO ORDER
As I have been working to build my repetoire of art and crafts, I've always offered custom work to people
if they perhaps didn't see a specific theme or subject that they enjoyed, or if they desired a specific price range
or color scheme. I discovered that with certain items, custom options were more popular than the show piece I actually
had available. On this page I have listed several items that I have either had frequent custom requests for or would
be willing to do custom versions thereof.
I also have made to order items listed on this page- such as Lenormand Cards sets, batches of mini collages, etc.
To see the list of made to order goods and get more info, click here.
Custom Items
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CUSTOM CHECKER SETS
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I have done several custom checker sets for people previously, using designs of their chosing such as Republican VS Democrat Presidents or Gryffindor VS Slytherin. The ideas are endless! Whatever the design, images of your choice are placed in the game pieces, and the board is designed with colors and fabrics to fit the theme! There are many variations of the custom board game that I can make for you. The pricing depends on the amount of pieces and extra features (such as board size/complexity of the specific kind of game). A game takes about two weeks to finish if my workload is light. |
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| The game squares are 1" square to accomodate the bottlecaps. A finished checkerboard when unfolded measures about 10" square when unfolded. Each game will come with a fabric playing surface that will zip up the sides and snap for easy portability. The purse strap is optional. The game will also come with the required amount of pieces housed in a handmade cardboard box for storage inside the fabric board. The pieces can be made with pictures of whatever theme you choose. Typically, I "tint" the pieces on each side so it's easy to tell the sides apart. I can also decorate the back of the bottlecaps to further customize the set if you wish. The chart below lists the games I can make, the amount of pieces, and price listings based on the design of the pieces. | ||||
| Checkers | 24 pieces | with bottlecap backs- $45 | custom backs- $48 |
| Chess | 32 pieces | with bottlecap backs- $50 | custom backs-$53 |
| Senet | 10 pieces/30 squares | with bottlecap backs- $35 | custom backs-$38 |
| Backgammon | 30 pieces/triangular pattern on board | with bottlecap backs- $50 | custom backs-$53 |
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CUSTOM WIZARD WANDS
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| The wands are all made from 100% recycled paper, and have been a very popular custom item.
They are light weight, durable, and have a carved appearance at the handles. The wands are typically hand painted to mimic various woods, but can be made in whatever color you would like. They are also double varnished to achieve a nice glossy shine. Every wand also comes tagged with its "specs". Here are some "woods" I have used frequently: Ebony, Maple, Ash, Oak, Bloodwood, Rosewood, Purpleheart Wood, Elder, Holly, Cherry, Walnut. I can control the length, and typically the wands vary anywhere from about 10"-13" (although I can make them shorter or longer than that if requested.) The "wand cores" I have tagged the wands with are: Unicorn Tail Hair, Dragon Heart String, Phoenix Feather, Thestral Hair, Mermaid Hair, Augurey Feather, Manticore Heart String. If you'd like to place a custom order, let me know what color(wood), length and core you are interested in, or if you aren't sure and would like some ideas, I'd be happy to share some with you. While wizards of all ages seem to love my wands, they are best handled by those who are ages 7 and up. It takes about 2-3 days turnaround after receiving the order to complete the wand and ship it if my workload is light. You may want to check my Etsy shop before placing an order, as I usually have a listing for custom wands up amongst my other items. |
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Other Custom Items
Custom Journals--- If there is a theme or color scheme or price range that you would like to see in my journal repetoire
I would certainly be happy to work with you. It takes about a week to make a completed journal, depending on complexity.
Most of my journals are typically 5 1/2" x 8" and have 64 pages. If you are looking for a smaller size either in measurement
or page count, I can certainly accommodate. Pricing will depend on various elements such as page count, extra details and
decoration, so if you are interested, please contact me with your ideas and we can work something out that will work for you.
Custom Bookmarks--- These are popular as gifts, and I've found that they make a good candidate for custom work also. As always
if there is any theme or imagery you would like, please feel free to chat with me. The bookmarks are $8 a piece, and may take a few days (3-5) to make depending on what kind of papers, fabrics and images I can dig up.
I have done made to order batches of goods before, and am willing to do so for those who are interested.
For example I had an order of 20 of my mini collages to be used as Christmas Cards.
Below is a list of those things that I will make in a larger quantity batch as a custom request:
| Mini Collages- random and of my choosing | orders of 5 or more |
| Bottlecap pins/Magnets- custom choices or random | orders of 5 or more |
| Wizarding Wands- custom choices or random | orders of 3 or more |
If your interested in my made to order goods, contact me about details, shipping and availability.
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LENORMAND CARDS
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| These card sets have been one of my most popular items, and only became moreso when I offered sets made with custom pouches and collaged tins. In every case, the deck comes with 36 laminated cards printed on card stock, all handcut with rounded corners for easy handling. They are smaller than a normal deck of cards (about 2"x3"). The sets also includes a printed booklet with card interpretations- both traditional and expanded- based on the symbolism I used- as well as either a fabric pouch (your choice of colors)
***The sets with collaged tins that have appeared on Etsy-- while proving to be very popular, come from used altoid candy tins and are harder to come by so I don't always have them in stock. So, unfortunately, I no longer take requests for these. I can only make the sets as I get tins and then list them. Sorry Folks! :( *** The pouch sets cost $45. Shipping is additional, and based on location as I ship via first class in the US or first class international for elsewhere. If you have questions on where I ship, please feel free to ask. The sets usually take around 2-3 days to complete, but if my workload is heavier it may take additional days. When you place an order, I will always give you a time estimate and let you know about my progress. I always send out finished pics of the sets before shipping. For more information, to view sample cards and try a test reading, go to Mme. Lenormand's Parlor. I try to make at least one set available for sale in my Etsy store, so you may want to check there first to see if I have one up. If not, just contact me if you would like a set. |
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I am also willing to do larger commisioned collage artwork- whether digital or the old fashioned way (with glue).
If you are interested in any of the custom work you see here, or would like to chat with me about a custom project
or piece that I may not have listed, then please feel free to contact me with any questions.