I think its a safe thing to do, a few other artists I know do that, especially with items above a certain amount of money.

Hope it works out for you!

I think it's a good idea, myself.
I had my run ins with a client using their parents' money early on, myself, and I've been more careful since. (Thankfully) it was a small amount in my case, since they were only getting a sketch.
Still, it's a good idea anyway, especially with the potential of overseas customers.

I'm SO glad I'm not the only one thinking of implementing this!

I REALLY don't want to sell to minors, for various reasons. NOTHING against them for being kids (I was one once, after all).

I'm also a (mostly) tasteful adult artist. I love the feminine shapes. ^^'

Makes sense to me. IMHO, I just don't understand the logic behind those folks.

The fact you're using mom's credit card w/o permission clearly means she's not okay with this, and you have to know she'll likely receive a call from the CC company. Even if that doesn't happen, she'll see the $3K charge on her bill. Assuming you luck out and charge it right when the payment cycle starts, if you could afford it you'd have paid the money in cash/paypal. Even if you do that, it'll still show up on the bill.

All that being said, then you have to hide the suit when it arrives, and if mom sees it she'll ask where you got the money.

Not logical, not worth it, not smart.

IT'S KINDA BAFFLING THAT KIDS NEED A FURSUIT SO BAD THAT THEY'RE STEALING THEIR PARENTS'/GUARDIAN'S CARD TO GET IT

This is a very good idea. When I offer commissions someday I'm highly considering doing this.

I can imagine it's an awkward pain in the ass, but as someone that dreams of someday being able to afford your work, it's not gonna kill me to do it. I've already experienced having to send my full name for a $12 adoptable so that the artist could verify that A) It was me, B) It was a legal transaction, and C) I'm not using anyone else's money. If they'd asked for an ID, meh...I wanted it badly enough.

If anyone gives you trouble about it, just remind them that this is your livelihood we're talking about and legal fees just aren't worth it. People may complain, people may resist...but that's probably a good way to weed out the troublemakers to begin with.

fuggin furries ruin everything...
sorry for your troubles

I've started doing it as well, especially when a minor claims that "my mom is buying it for me as a graduation present" or something because then the parent has to show their ID as well.

Hopefully they won't be able to photoshop their face onto their parent's ID. lol
Sorry to hear you've had to implement this. But quite understandable.