MOVED!
Posted 13 years agoGot all my stuff transferred over so this account is officially dead.
Find me at
piston!
Again I apologize to all of you who just watched me here!
Find me at

Again I apologize to all of you who just watched me here!
Rainfurrest, Account Change, & Commissions
Posted 13 years agoRAINFURREST
To put it simply: it was amazing. I loveloveloved it! Got to see some friends I haven't seen in a while and meet a few new people, too. I'd definitely like to add it to the regular repertoire of cons. The hotel and convention space were awesomely laid out. I think the only issue I had was that whenever the people opened the door of the room next to ours it sounded like they were opening our door. XD Made for a fitful first night of "Who the fuck's coming in?!"
I had an amazing time running around and Piston was well-loved. I've already found a few pictures of him but I can't wait to find more.
ACCOUNT
Sometime this week I'll be switching over to
Piston's account. I've been waffling on doing this for a while now but I think it's about time. It's easier to have all the watchers, journals, etc, etc consolidated on one account instead of hopping between them. Calico-Feathers just has no bearing for me in the fandom. I apologize to the people who've just watched me on both accounts! D:
I'll post up another journal and a submission when I've got everything successfully moved, but I won't be going through my list and asking everyone to follow me to the new account. So it's up to you guys! ;D
COMMISSIONS
I've gotten a few more questions about these as of late so I figured I might as well set a date on when my commissions will be officially opening up again. They will be opening in December, so be prepared with references if you think you want a commission! I'm not sure how many slots I'll be opening up, likely three. I'll be accepting any mixture of parts, but sockpaws are only tentative right now. I'm going to make a new pair for myself to test out a few new techniques and I'll decide then. This month is FangCon and a visit to my folks for Halloween (and hopefully finishing up Missin' and Rooster), and next month is NaNoWriMo which I'm sure won't be letting me do any suit making at all. XD
I'll post up a journal about a week out from when I open commissions as a reminder and to lay out all the details. What will likely happen is that quotes will be open for about a week. I'll pick the things I most want to do and send quotes to those people. The deposit will secure your spot in the queue. So while the quotes themselves aren't first come, first serve, the queue spots are once I send you a quote.
To put it simply: it was amazing. I loveloveloved it! Got to see some friends I haven't seen in a while and meet a few new people, too. I'd definitely like to add it to the regular repertoire of cons. The hotel and convention space were awesomely laid out. I think the only issue I had was that whenever the people opened the door of the room next to ours it sounded like they were opening our door. XD Made for a fitful first night of "Who the fuck's coming in?!"
I had an amazing time running around and Piston was well-loved. I've already found a few pictures of him but I can't wait to find more.
ACCOUNT
Sometime this week I'll be switching over to

I'll post up another journal and a submission when I've got everything successfully moved, but I won't be going through my list and asking everyone to follow me to the new account. So it's up to you guys! ;D
COMMISSIONS
I've gotten a few more questions about these as of late so I figured I might as well set a date on when my commissions will be officially opening up again. They will be opening in December, so be prepared with references if you think you want a commission! I'm not sure how many slots I'll be opening up, likely three. I'll be accepting any mixture of parts, but sockpaws are only tentative right now. I'm going to make a new pair for myself to test out a few new techniques and I'll decide then. This month is FangCon and a visit to my folks for Halloween (and hopefully finishing up Missin' and Rooster), and next month is NaNoWriMo which I'm sure won't be letting me do any suit making at all. XD
I'll post up a journal about a week out from when I open commissions as a reminder and to lay out all the details. What will likely happen is that quotes will be open for about a week. I'll pick the things I most want to do and send quotes to those people. The deposit will secure your spot in the queue. So while the quotes themselves aren't first come, first serve, the queue spots are once I send you a quote.
RF Meme!
Posted 13 years agoWhere are you staying?
Uh whatever the main hotel is.
What day are you getting there?
Thursday as far as I know. :0
Who will you be with?
Rooming with
tristwolf, obviously. ;D Also possibly
niennis if she ends up going!
Who will you hang out with during the convention?
Waah I don't know! This is my first west-coast con so I don't know a lot of the people. I'm so looking forward to meeting folks, though!
Are there any panels you might be attending?
The only reason I do panels is to harass whoever's running it. XD So I'll just be being awesome on my own time.
Are you attending any stage or public performances?
Nah prolly not.
Will you be suiting?
Uhyes! Piston will have new eyes, teeth, nose, and tongue so naturally I have to show off the edits I do~
Which suit(s) will you be bringing?
Piston will be the only one there this time around. Rooster and Missin (the squirrel) aren't anywhere near done.
Do you do free art?
Nope.
Do you do trades?
Haha, assuming I draw. X'D Nah no trades.
Do you do badges?
Nope but I plan on buying one maybe~
Do you do commissions?
I'm closed for right now but if you'd like to discuss fursuits feel free to hit me up~
What is your gender?
Some ladything I think. At least that's what people tell me.
How tall/short are you?
5'10" or thereabouts. I'm 130lbs so if you see a stick figure walking around that's me. XD
Are you taken? Are you looking for a 'mate'?
Very taken, thank you~
Can I talk to you?
Of course! Though don't be offended if I get easily distracted and wander away. It's nothing against you, I'm just severely ADD at cons. If I'm in Piston, you won't likely get much out of me (he's a silent suit save a few boofs here and there).
Can I touch you?
Uh hugs are okay but don't be a creeper. :| I've had to tell off more than one at the last couple cons and it's really a drag on my con experience. Personal space = best friend.
How can I find you?
If you see a big white pit bull with a black patch on his eye and lower back, that's Piston! :D If I'm out of suit I'm pretty easy to spot, too. Short, probably faux-hawked hair which will more than likely be pink. I've got a compass rose tattoo on my right shoulder and a koi fish on my left calf.
Can I visit your room?
No me gusta. :[
Can I buy you drinks?
Not a drinker, thanks, though. c:
Can I give you stuff?
S-sure...?
Can I hug or snuggle with you?
Back to the touching topic. XD Hugs are cool. Snuggles are... no.
Are you nice?
Didn't you know pibbles have a mean reputation? >:[ Grr!
How long are you going?
I think Thursday-Monday. I think.
Do you have an artist table?
Nope.
Will you have art in the Art Show? General or Adult sections?
Nope. Ew prons. XD
If I see you, how should I get your attention?
If I'm out of suit just say hi. XD I answer to Piston, Calico, or Ami. Or really any name directed at me. I'm not picky. If I'm in suit tapping me on the shoulder or getting in front of me to get my attention are best. It's hard to hear and see in suit so if I seem like I'm ignoring you I promise I'm not.
Where will you be most of the time during the day/s?
Running around like a crazyperson. :'D
What/where will you be eating?
Delicious places, obviously.
Can I come with you for food/fun/etc?
If I or
tristwolf explicitly invites you, sure thing. Otherwise, no tagging along.
Can I look in your sketchbook?
Nope don't have one.
Can I draw in your sketchbook?
No but you can draw on my arms.
Can I take your picture?
In suit only, please. XD I don't mind getting inadvertently caught in pictures out of suit but if you're trying to make me the subject of the picture and I'm not doing anything interesting I find it rather creepy.
What's your goal(s) for the con this year?
Um be super cool and meet some awesome west-coast furs! :D
Uh whatever the main hotel is.
What day are you getting there?
Thursday as far as I know. :0
Who will you be with?
Rooming with


Who will you hang out with during the convention?
Waah I don't know! This is my first west-coast con so I don't know a lot of the people. I'm so looking forward to meeting folks, though!
Are there any panels you might be attending?
The only reason I do panels is to harass whoever's running it. XD So I'll just be being awesome on my own time.
Are you attending any stage or public performances?
Nah prolly not.
Will you be suiting?
Uhyes! Piston will have new eyes, teeth, nose, and tongue so naturally I have to show off the edits I do~
Which suit(s) will you be bringing?
Piston will be the only one there this time around. Rooster and Missin (the squirrel) aren't anywhere near done.
Do you do free art?
Nope.
Do you do trades?
Haha, assuming I draw. X'D Nah no trades.
Do you do badges?
Nope but I plan on buying one maybe~
Do you do commissions?
I'm closed for right now but if you'd like to discuss fursuits feel free to hit me up~
What is your gender?
Some ladything I think. At least that's what people tell me.
How tall/short are you?
5'10" or thereabouts. I'm 130lbs so if you see a stick figure walking around that's me. XD
Are you taken? Are you looking for a 'mate'?
Very taken, thank you~
Can I talk to you?
Of course! Though don't be offended if I get easily distracted and wander away. It's nothing against you, I'm just severely ADD at cons. If I'm in Piston, you won't likely get much out of me (he's a silent suit save a few boofs here and there).
Can I touch you?
Uh hugs are okay but don't be a creeper. :| I've had to tell off more than one at the last couple cons and it's really a drag on my con experience. Personal space = best friend.
How can I find you?
If you see a big white pit bull with a black patch on his eye and lower back, that's Piston! :D If I'm out of suit I'm pretty easy to spot, too. Short, probably faux-hawked hair which will more than likely be pink. I've got a compass rose tattoo on my right shoulder and a koi fish on my left calf.
Can I visit your room?
No me gusta. :[
Can I buy you drinks?
Not a drinker, thanks, though. c:
Can I give you stuff?
S-sure...?
Can I hug or snuggle with you?
Back to the touching topic. XD Hugs are cool. Snuggles are... no.
Are you nice?
Didn't you know pibbles have a mean reputation? >:[ Grr!
How long are you going?
I think Thursday-Monday. I think.
Do you have an artist table?
Nope.
Will you have art in the Art Show? General or Adult sections?
Nope. Ew prons. XD
If I see you, how should I get your attention?
If I'm out of suit just say hi. XD I answer to Piston, Calico, or Ami. Or really any name directed at me. I'm not picky. If I'm in suit tapping me on the shoulder or getting in front of me to get my attention are best. It's hard to hear and see in suit so if I seem like I'm ignoring you I promise I'm not.
Where will you be most of the time during the day/s?
Running around like a crazyperson. :'D
What/where will you be eating?
Delicious places, obviously.
Can I come with you for food/fun/etc?
If I or

Can I look in your sketchbook?
Nope don't have one.
Can I draw in your sketchbook?
No but you can draw on my arms.
Can I take your picture?
In suit only, please. XD I don't mind getting inadvertently caught in pictures out of suit but if you're trying to make me the subject of the picture and I'm not doing anything interesting I find it rather creepy.
What's your goal(s) for the con this year?
Um be super cool and meet some awesome west-coast furs! :D
NYC Cats Need Forever Homes!
Posted 13 years agoSignal boosting for
alphawolf70!
http://www.furaffinity.net/journal/3722357/
Even if you can't adopt them, pass the word along, please. c: It'd be great to see these girls adopted to a good home.

http://www.furaffinity.net/journal/3722357/
Even if you can't adopt them, pass the word along, please. c: It'd be great to see these girls adopted to a good home.
Squirrel
Posted 13 years agoSo... she doesn't look nearly as cute when she's missing her eyes. :c
The eyes were the only real issue I have with the suit. The plastic for the whites was clear instead of white, so a layer of paint was put under and on top of it. The top coat was already chipping. No worries, though, I'm going about replacing them (and Piston's) right now. c: I also took out her nose stud for now but I'm debating replacing it. Hrmmm... Other than they eyes she won't need any work and is very well made. I'm very happy with the purchase.
Also I think I'm gonna name her Missin'.
The eyes were the only real issue I have with the suit. The plastic for the whites was clear instead of white, so a layer of paint was put under and on top of it. The top coat was already chipping. No worries, though, I'm going about replacing them (and Piston's) right now. c: I also took out her nose stud for now but I'm debating replacing it. Hrmmm... Other than they eyes she won't need any work and is very well made. I'm very happy with the purchase.
Also I think I'm gonna name her Missin'.
I am now a Squirrel!
Posted 13 years agoYep!
Though I didn't make this one. ;] Bought a pre-made squirrel from someone who had a bit of buyer's remorse. http://www.furaffinity.net/view/8031111/ This girl is now mine! :'D Got her in the mail yesterday and she's even cuter in person~ She's got little buck teeth, four gauges (a peace sign, star, earth, and an acorn~), a nose stud, and some adorable bangs!
Now comes the hard part: coming up with a design for the rest of her, a name, and a personality.
I actually had an idea of having her tail-less, but because tails are so important to squirrels, she'd be busy convincing people, other suiters, and even random objects to be her new tail. I'm a little iffy on the idea (cute in my head but I'm not sure if it'd work in practice) so I'd like some ideas. If that were to be her thing she'd be a talking suit. If not she'll be silent and just adorable (and I'll need to figure out how to make her a tail without wire armatures and such; she'd be the type to use her tail as a prop).
Though I didn't make this one. ;] Bought a pre-made squirrel from someone who had a bit of buyer's remorse. http://www.furaffinity.net/view/8031111/ This girl is now mine! :'D Got her in the mail yesterday and she's even cuter in person~ She's got little buck teeth, four gauges (a peace sign, star, earth, and an acorn~), a nose stud, and some adorable bangs!
Now comes the hard part: coming up with a design for the rest of her, a name, and a personality.
I actually had an idea of having her tail-less, but because tails are so important to squirrels, she'd be busy convincing people, other suiters, and even random objects to be her new tail. I'm a little iffy on the idea (cute in my head but I'm not sure if it'd work in practice) so I'd like some ideas. If that were to be her thing she'd be a talking suit. If not she'll be silent and just adorable (and I'll need to figure out how to make her a tail without wire armatures and such; she'd be the type to use her tail as a prop).
TMI Tuesday -- Late Edition!
Posted 13 years agoShaddup it's still Tuesday here! I'm not awake when all you crazy scamps are doing your fun daytime things. You diurnal weirdos.
So yeah! Stolen from like... five people whose journals showed up in my messages. XD Ask me anything, I maaaay not answer if it's like way too personal. But I'm very difficult to offend so shoot away!
So yeah! Stolen from like... five people whose journals showed up in my messages. XD Ask me anything, I maaaay not answer if it's like way too personal. But I'm very difficult to offend so shoot away!
Linework
Posted 13 years agoSo while trying to work on my Nuzlocke (sorry for the delay, this page is giving me a major headache) I drew a really cute sketch of Piston that I'd like to make into a new ref sheet. His old one is pretty terrible and inaccurate. XD But my linework is atrocious. Like. seriously so. Anyone have any tips on digital lining? I feel like my sketches lose so much personality when I line them. :c
If your fursona had to be... meme.
Posted 13 years agoSwiped this from
caninehybrid. Really want to doodle some 'sonas, now. Or at least some of these animals. XD I got a little indecisive on a couple of these. Whoops.
If your fursona had to be a primate, it'd be: Mandrill
If your fursona had to be a feline, it'd be: Cougar or Smilodon
If your fursona had to be a canine, it'd be: Maned wolf
If your fursona had to be a hoofed animal, it'd be: Wild boar
If your fursona had to be a rodent, it'd be: Capybara
If your fursona had to be reptile, it'd be: Alligator
If your fursona had to be a marsupial, it'd be: Tasmanian devil or Marsupial lion
If your fursona had to be a fish, it'd be: Leopard shark
If your fursona had to be an amphibian, it'd be: Marbled salamander
If your fursona had to be an avian/bird, it'd be: Bearded vulture
If your fursona had to be a creepy crawly, it'd be: Daring jumping spider
If your fursona had to be a hybrid, it'd be: Maned wolf/wild boar
If your fursona had to be a mythical creature, it'd be: Kirin or Foo dog
If your fursona had to be a Pokémon, it'd be: Raichu
If your fursona had to be a plant, it'd be: Sunflower

If your fursona had to be a primate, it'd be: Mandrill
If your fursona had to be a feline, it'd be: Cougar or Smilodon
If your fursona had to be a canine, it'd be: Maned wolf
If your fursona had to be a hoofed animal, it'd be: Wild boar
If your fursona had to be a rodent, it'd be: Capybara
If your fursona had to be reptile, it'd be: Alligator
If your fursona had to be a marsupial, it'd be: Tasmanian devil or Marsupial lion
If your fursona had to be a fish, it'd be: Leopard shark
If your fursona had to be an amphibian, it'd be: Marbled salamander
If your fursona had to be an avian/bird, it'd be: Bearded vulture
If your fursona had to be a creepy crawly, it'd be: Daring jumping spider
If your fursona had to be a hybrid, it'd be: Maned wolf/wild boar
If your fursona had to be a mythical creature, it'd be: Kirin or Foo dog
If your fursona had to be a Pokémon, it'd be: Raichu
If your fursona had to be a plant, it'd be: Sunflower
I AM Mystery Otter!
Posted 13 years agoLegit. Mystery's over. It's me.
That also makes me a boy.
But hey, gotta sacrifice some to be fucking adorable, right?
http://www.furaffinity.net/journal/3638739/
That also makes me a boy.
But hey, gotta sacrifice some to be fucking adorable, right?
http://www.furaffinity.net/journal/3638739/
Cons!
Posted 13 years agoBit of an update on the convention situation for me. c:
tristwolf and I won't be making MFM this year, sadly. But we will be going to Rainfurrest and FangCon! I'd really like to have Rooster's head rebuilt by Rainfurrest but with my current obsession over this Nuzlocke comic it might not happen. XD Either way a slightly-refurbished Piston will be there (he needs some muzzle touch-ups, a nose, teeth, tongue, and eyes). Lemme know who all's going! I've always wanted to hit Rainfurrest (it's so far!) and FangCon's a brand new convention~

Pokemon Red
Posted 13 years ago
Raw Diet Blog (for pets!)
Posted 13 years agoI'm a huge proponent of raw/species appropriate diets for companion and farm animals. If you've ever heard of raw (also called S.A.D. or the BARF diet) and have any questions feel free to check it out~ Better yet, if you've never heard of this for your pets, give the FAQ post a once-over.
http://shakeforsteak.tumblr.com/
There are a lot of questions I usually get asked so the FAQ is quite long. XD I tried to break it down as best I could. If you have any questions for me, feel absolutely free to send me an ask on Tumblr or a note or message here!
The blog will not only be dedicated to answering pet owners' questions about the raw diet but to track the progress of my cat as he switches, show off some of the crazy things my dog eats, and share some good advice from articles and vets that I come across.
http://shakeforsteak.tumblr.com/
There are a lot of questions I usually get asked so the FAQ is quite long. XD I tried to break it down as best I could. If you have any questions for me, feel absolutely free to send me an ask on Tumblr or a note or message here!
The blog will not only be dedicated to answering pet owners' questions about the raw diet but to track the progress of my cat as he switches, show off some of the crazy things my dog eats, and share some good advice from articles and vets that I come across.
Baaack!
Posted 13 years agoJust got back from a cruise to Alaska. It was my first cruise, my first time outside the U.S. (we set sail from Vancouver), and my first time to Alaska! The goal (for me) was to see a bear, a moose, and a whale. Saw all three and more! XD Among others saw a black bear, some lady moose, a couple pods of Dall's porpoise, a few unidentified whales (they all look surprisingly alike when all you see is a tiny bit of dorsal fin), a group of sea lions, bald eagles, and a couple porcupines.
The trip was absolutely amazing. For anyone thinking about going to Alaska I definitely recommend it. I'm not a huge oh-look-at-the-pretty-scenery person but it was gorgeous and unlike anything I've ever seen. Also cold. XD We sailed up the coast from Vancouver to Seward, Alaska, stopping at Ketchikan, Hoonah, Juneau, Skagway, the Hubbard Glacier, and finally Seward. Then we took a train from Seward to Anchorage to catch our flight home. There was something to do or see in every port we stopped at, even ones where we didn't get excursions.
In Juneau we went gold panning with a guy named Randy. I was a little skeptical on it but it was awesome. It was legit panning with rusty pans out in a little creek in back woods Alaska. And Randy was hilarious. Found my little bit of gold flakes that I got to keep in a little vial. Then we went off to a salmon bake that was delicious. In Skagway we took a four-hour scenic train up just past the Canadian border to White Pass.
An awesome trip to be sure. But now it's back to work for me. -kicks motivation into high gear- Woo!
The trip was absolutely amazing. For anyone thinking about going to Alaska I definitely recommend it. I'm not a huge oh-look-at-the-pretty-scenery person but it was gorgeous and unlike anything I've ever seen. Also cold. XD We sailed up the coast from Vancouver to Seward, Alaska, stopping at Ketchikan, Hoonah, Juneau, Skagway, the Hubbard Glacier, and finally Seward. Then we took a train from Seward to Anchorage to catch our flight home. There was something to do or see in every port we stopped at, even ones where we didn't get excursions.
In Juneau we went gold panning with a guy named Randy. I was a little skeptical on it but it was awesome. It was legit panning with rusty pans out in a little creek in back woods Alaska. And Randy was hilarious. Found my little bit of gold flakes that I got to keep in a little vial. Then we went off to a salmon bake that was delicious. In Skagway we took a four-hour scenic train up just past the Canadian border to White Pass.
An awesome trip to be sure. But now it's back to work for me. -kicks motivation into high gear- Woo!
Brb
Posted 13 years agoGoing out of state.
If you contact me I'll get back to you when I get back.
Love, love.
If you contact me I'll get back to you when I get back.
Love, love.
I'm a Bat (but really a pig)!
Posted 13 years agoBear
[ ]-you're the guy/gal nobody wants to mess with
[x]-you're quite lazy, and don't like the cold
[ ]-you're the biggest in your group of friends
[x]-you are easy to get anger, especially when protecting those that are close
[x]-you are a big eater, and will eat more than everyone else at the table
[ ]-you frighten others easily, but get frightened easily yourself
[ ]-you let your muscles do the talking
[x]-you like to eat berries and fish
[ ]-you can sleep for days on end
[ ]-you're the "warrior" of the group
Total Points = 4
Wolf
[x]-you look out for those that are close to you, and are fiercely loyal
[ ]-you prefer to stay in small groups of friends
[ ]-you are protective of what you have, and can sometimes be greedy
[x]-you are tough, and can handle smaller injuries
[x]-most people adore you
[ ]-you like to run in wide open spaces
[ ]-you're favourite game is tag
[ ]-you snarl over things that annoy you
[x]-you enjoy to play fight
[ ]-you're the "knight" of the group
Total Points = 4
Owl
[ ]-you are very perceptive, and have great vision
[x]-you stay up most of the night, and sleep in longer than most (well considering i sleep days... XD)
[ ]-you don't eat much, but what you do eat sates your hunger
[ ]-you are very fast and stealthy
[x]-you prefer to pick your foes off one at a time
[ ]-you are double jointed
[ ]-you can move almost silently when the need arises
[ ]-you have long sharp finger nails
[ ]-you are known as very beautiful
[ ]-you're the "archer" of the group
Total Points = 2
Fox
[x]-you are clever, and let your wits settle your problems
[ ]-you are fast, and able to escape danger easily
[ ]-you are the weakest in your group, but not necessarily the easiest prey
[x]-you are stealthy, and prefer to avoid conflict when possible
[ ]-you would rather get into you enemy's head rather than their face
[x]-you are agile but clumsy sometimes
[ ]-you have red hair
[ ]-you don't like others being where they're not suppose to be
[x]-you enjoy sneaking up on people
[ ]-you're the "thief" of the group
Total Points = 4
Deer
[ ]-you like to be around a lot of people, and stick with crowds
[x]-you can escape danger with pure speed and endurance
[ ]-most consider you the easiest prey
[ ]-you aren't very strong, but when you're angry you can pack a punch
[ ]-most consider you very graceful
[ ]-you have very acute senses, especially hearing and smelling
[ ]-you are a vegetarian
[ ]-you love the ballet
[ ]-gymnastics are your specialty
[ ]-you're the "cleric" of the group
Total Points = 1
Bat
[x]-nighttime is your time to shine
[x]-the daylight blinds you a lot
[ ]-you don't see very well or at all
[ ]-you'd rather fly than walk
[x]-you are known as different
[ ]-you have big ears and/or long fingers
[ ]-you like hanging upside down
[x]-you like sleeping during the day
[x]-you're "One of a Kind"
[ ]-you're the "spy" of the group
Total Points = 5
Rat
[ ]-you're considered evil and dark and sometimes emo
[ ]-you like areas that are damp and dark
[ ]-you practice or want to practice magic or the dark arts
[ ]-you prefer candle light over regular light
[ ]-your favorite color is black
[ ]-you love things that have to do with skulls or death
[ ]-you have a demon inside of you struggling to get out
[ ]-you enjoy being alone
[ ]-you hate your parents/siblings
[ ]-you're the "death" of the group
Total Points = 0
Mouse
[ ]-you're very timid and skittish around almost anything
[ ]-you're the one most bullies can stuff into a locker
[ ]-cats scare you
[ ]-you have nightmares almost every night
[x]-you still sleep with a stuffed animal
[ ]-night lights are your best friends
[ ]-your meals are quite small
[ ]-you have friends that you can hide behind
[ ]-you are known as being quiet and baby cute
[ ]-you're the "coward" of the group
Total Points = 0
Pig
[ ]-you're known as being smelly and uncleaned
[ ]-you sleep in trash
[x]-eating is your favourite sport
[x]-chocolate and pizza are considered healthier snacks than apples to you
[ ]-you sometimes wear the same clothes for two weeks in a row
[ ]-showers and soap are your worst enemy/nightmares
[x]-you tend to break wind a lot (hell yes :|)
[ ]-mud is your best friend
[x]-your house is a mess but you don't care
[ ]-you're the "slob" of the group
Total Points = 4
okay does no one seriously know anything at all about pigs? XD i mean i thought the rat questions were bad but goddamn i thought it was pretty well-known that pigs are clean-ass animals. :| doesn't help i consider myself as much a boar as a pit bull though, i guess. so i wrote my own damn pig questions.
[x]-people think you're unorganized but you know right where everything is
[x]-you're just as comfortable in groups as you are being alone
[x]-eating is your favourite sport (yes i will allow this one -stares-)
[x]-you have a bit of a temper but for the most part you're a big kidder
[x]-you're not as concerned with looks as other people
[x]-you're opportunistic and won't let an open door go by
[x]-you're often the butt of jokes, even your own
[x]-you're strong-willed and independent
[x]-your house is a mess but you don't care
[x]-you're the "funny one" of the group
Total Points = 10 motherfucker!
Monkey
[x]-you're happy-go-lucky and random
[ ]-you love eating bananas
[ ]-you are known as cute but dangerous
[ ]-you love swinging and heights
[ ]-you are awesome at climbing trees
[ ]-you know how to say things in sign language
[x]-playing is your specialty
[x]-you enjoy joking around
[ ]-you can stay awake forever if you wanted to
[ ]-you're the "fun one" of the group
Total Points = 3
Snake
[ ]-you love being evil and mean
[ ]-you're the type to smash people into a wall
[ ]-you carry a knife with you at all costs
[ ]-you've had over 10 girlfriends/boyfriends
[x]-you're no longer a virgin (what does this have to do with snakes?! XDD)
[ ]-you've been arrested before
[ ]-you love partying
[x]-you usually eat your meals whole or chew only twice or so
[ ]-leather is epic to you
[ ]-you're the "criminal" of the group
Total Points = 2
Final Result: Bat! <3
BUT ACTUALLY A MOTHERFUCKING PIG GODDAMMIT!
[ ]-you're the guy/gal nobody wants to mess with
[x]-you're quite lazy, and don't like the cold
[ ]-you're the biggest in your group of friends
[x]-you are easy to get anger, especially when protecting those that are close
[x]-you are a big eater, and will eat more than everyone else at the table
[ ]-you frighten others easily, but get frightened easily yourself
[ ]-you let your muscles do the talking
[x]-you like to eat berries and fish
[ ]-you can sleep for days on end
[ ]-you're the "warrior" of the group
Total Points = 4
Wolf
[x]-you look out for those that are close to you, and are fiercely loyal
[ ]-you prefer to stay in small groups of friends
[ ]-you are protective of what you have, and can sometimes be greedy
[x]-you are tough, and can handle smaller injuries
[x]-most people adore you
[ ]-you like to run in wide open spaces
[ ]-you're favourite game is tag
[ ]-you snarl over things that annoy you
[x]-you enjoy to play fight
[ ]-you're the "knight" of the group
Total Points = 4
Owl
[ ]-you are very perceptive, and have great vision
[x]-you stay up most of the night, and sleep in longer than most (well considering i sleep days... XD)
[ ]-you don't eat much, but what you do eat sates your hunger
[ ]-you are very fast and stealthy
[x]-you prefer to pick your foes off one at a time
[ ]-you are double jointed
[ ]-you can move almost silently when the need arises
[ ]-you have long sharp finger nails
[ ]-you are known as very beautiful
[ ]-you're the "archer" of the group
Total Points = 2
Fox
[x]-you are clever, and let your wits settle your problems
[ ]-you are fast, and able to escape danger easily
[ ]-you are the weakest in your group, but not necessarily the easiest prey
[x]-you are stealthy, and prefer to avoid conflict when possible
[ ]-you would rather get into you enemy's head rather than their face
[x]-you are agile but clumsy sometimes
[ ]-you have red hair
[ ]-you don't like others being where they're not suppose to be
[x]-you enjoy sneaking up on people
[ ]-you're the "thief" of the group
Total Points = 4
Deer
[ ]-you like to be around a lot of people, and stick with crowds
[x]-you can escape danger with pure speed and endurance
[ ]-most consider you the easiest prey
[ ]-you aren't very strong, but when you're angry you can pack a punch
[ ]-most consider you very graceful
[ ]-you have very acute senses, especially hearing and smelling
[ ]-you are a vegetarian
[ ]-you love the ballet
[ ]-gymnastics are your specialty
[ ]-you're the "cleric" of the group
Total Points = 1
Bat
[x]-nighttime is your time to shine
[x]-the daylight blinds you a lot
[ ]-you don't see very well or at all
[ ]-you'd rather fly than walk
[x]-you are known as different
[ ]-you have big ears and/or long fingers
[ ]-you like hanging upside down
[x]-you like sleeping during the day
[x]-you're "One of a Kind"
[ ]-you're the "spy" of the group
Total Points = 5
Rat
[ ]-you're considered evil and dark and sometimes emo
[ ]-you like areas that are damp and dark
[ ]-you practice or want to practice magic or the dark arts
[ ]-you prefer candle light over regular light
[ ]-your favorite color is black
[ ]-you love things that have to do with skulls or death
[ ]-you have a demon inside of you struggling to get out
[ ]-you enjoy being alone
[ ]-you hate your parents/siblings
[ ]-you're the "death" of the group
Total Points = 0
Mouse
[ ]-you're very timid and skittish around almost anything
[ ]-you're the one most bullies can stuff into a locker
[ ]-cats scare you
[ ]-you have nightmares almost every night
[x]-you still sleep with a stuffed animal
[ ]-night lights are your best friends
[ ]-your meals are quite small
[ ]-you have friends that you can hide behind
[ ]-you are known as being quiet and baby cute
[ ]-you're the "coward" of the group
Total Points = 0
Pig
[ ]-you sleep in trash
[x]-eating is your favourite sport
[x]-chocolate and pizza are considered healthier snacks than apples to you
[ ]-you sometimes wear the same clothes for two weeks in a row
[ ]-showers and soap are your worst enemy/nightmares
[x]-you tend to break wind a lot (hell yes :|)
[ ]-mud is your best friend
[x]-your house is a mess but you don't care
[ ]-you're the "slob" of the group
Total Points = 4
okay does no one seriously know anything at all about pigs? XD i mean i thought the rat questions were bad but goddamn i thought it was pretty well-known that pigs are clean-ass animals. :| doesn't help i consider myself as much a boar as a pit bull though, i guess. so i wrote my own damn pig questions.
[x]-people think you're unorganized but you know right where everything is
[x]-you're just as comfortable in groups as you are being alone
[x]-eating is your favourite sport (yes i will allow this one -stares-)
[x]-you have a bit of a temper but for the most part you're a big kidder
[x]-you're not as concerned with looks as other people
[x]-you're opportunistic and won't let an open door go by
[x]-you're often the butt of jokes, even your own
[x]-you're strong-willed and independent
[x]-your house is a mess but you don't care
[x]-you're the "funny one" of the group
Total Points = 10 motherfucker!
Monkey
[x]-you're happy-go-lucky and random
[ ]-you love eating bananas
[ ]-you are known as cute but dangerous
[ ]-you love swinging and heights
[ ]-you are awesome at climbing trees
[ ]-you know how to say things in sign language
[x]-playing is your specialty
[x]-you enjoy joking around
[ ]-you can stay awake forever if you wanted to
[ ]-you're the "fun one" of the group
Total Points = 3
Snake
[ ]-you love being evil and mean
[ ]-you're the type to smash people into a wall
[ ]-you carry a knife with you at all costs
[ ]-you've had over 10 girlfriends/boyfriends
[x]-you're no longer a virgin (what does this have to do with snakes?! XDD)
[ ]-you've been arrested before
[ ]-you love partying
[x]-you usually eat your meals whole or chew only twice or so
[ ]-leather is epic to you
[ ]-you're the "criminal" of the group
Total Points = 2
Final Result: Bat! <3
BUT ACTUALLY A MOTHERFUCKING PIG GODDAMMIT!
Oh back!
Posted 13 years agoSorry to anyone who was trying to get a hold of me. I was visiting family for a week out of state. But I'm back now! :D I'll be sorting through the couple of notes and emails I got today and then diving feet-first back into the commissions I have.
For those of you who don't follow me on Tumblr
Posted 13 years agoIT'S MY BIRTHDAY, BITCHES!
represent, yo. ;D
22 and loving it.
Okay well 22 doesn't feel different so far. I guess I don't get one of those awesome perks this year for leveling-up. Pretty sure those are no more.
Cept at 25. I think I get to rent cars at 25.
Or something.
ANYWAY I LOVE YOU ALL! <3
represent, yo. ;D
22 and loving it.
Okay well 22 doesn't feel different so far. I guess I don't get one of those awesome perks this year for leveling-up. Pretty sure those are no more.
Cept at 25. I think I get to rent cars at 25.
Or something.
ANYWAY I LOVE YOU ALL! <3
Tumblr
Posted 13 years agoYeah yeah I broke down and got one. XD There are too many good people to follow on there! It's all shinynew (aka pretty blank) but if you'd like to see some posts/reblogs and WIPs from me that'll be the place to do it. I plan on posting more stuff there that's just little things and using the journals here less. :0 Also I have a Twitter (though I've got my Tumblr hooked to my Twitter so. XD)! It's PistonPitbull.
Washing Piston = Raging Success!
Posted 13 years agoYep he came out prettier than ever! All the spots are all there, even! And to top it all off, the slight blue tint he was getting around his neck from the bandanna is completely gone~ And he smells awesome~ XD
Washing Piston
Posted 13 years agoAs some of you know I'm a big fan/advocate of suits being made to be more durable. Whenever I wear Piston I just toss the bodysuit in the washer (on cold!), give him a delicate and rinse cycle, then plop him in the dryer (on air fluff!) a couple of go rounds, brush him out, and he's good to go! Well I've never done the head. Being a huge fan of
jill0r and the fact that her heads are marketed to be machine washable I decided to give it a try. What's the worst that can happen, honestly? XD (Answer: I have to remake his head, which I wanted to do at some point anyway soooo...).
So Piston's head is now in the washing machine. XD I cut off his eyes since the buckram will bleed, wrapped him up in a pillowcase, and squished him down into some Woolite-water. Now he's sloshing around in a delicate cycle and we'll see what happens! :D Really the only thing I think I need to be mildly worried about is the balaclava bleeding or something.
I'll keep you guys updated on what happens! :'D
Meanwhile Trist and Roy get sink-baths!

So Piston's head is now in the washing machine. XD I cut off his eyes since the buckram will bleed, wrapped him up in a pillowcase, and squished him down into some Woolite-water. Now he's sloshing around in a delicate cycle and we'll see what happens! :D Really the only thing I think I need to be mildly worried about is the balaclava bleeding or something.
I'll keep you guys updated on what happens! :'D
Meanwhile Trist and Roy get sink-baths!
FWA Recap
Posted 13 years agoIn a few words: it was fucking amazing.
In more words: prepare for a wall of text. <3
To put it in a bit of perspective this was my first big con. I'd only been to MFM and TFF thus far so this was definitely a step up from there in terms of number of people and size of the space. It absolutely rocked my world. It was like going to a convention for the first time all over again. I met an amazing amount of awesome people. Of course
tristwolf and I ran around being crazy, and we hung out and had lots of delicious food with
sablegryphon and
hungrider (it was his first con, omggg). Bothered
nut-case while she chilled in the dealer's den, too. :D Got to run around being extra hyper with
omgsparky! It was awesome seeing her again. We conspired in tripping up
skroy and sending him flying into a pillar. X'D As always I bothered
jasehusky and
taekwo every time I saw them. <3
I got to meet a bunch of people that I've been dying to and that I look up to, namely
tent,
coopertom,
step, and
twitchdawoof! It was amazing getting to see them running around and being able to say hi to them and tell them how awesome they are. Even tried to teach coopertom how to use my squeaky bone but it seems cats can't be taught how to play with decent toys. :c I also tried really, really hard to cheer up
imadramallama but he was having none of it.
mysteryotter was there being adorable as always. Tried to sneak off with him once again but tristwolf wasn't about to let that happen. ;D Chatted with
ebonywolf99, too, which was a lot of fun!
princessrei demanded hugs and after the adorable picture she did of tristwolf and I, I just had to oblige. c: It was amazing getting to talk to her, she's a super sweet person. Of course
wintersnowolf was there, too, and got to see Roy run around in person! Got a GORGEOUS badge from
animecat that I can't stop staring at. XDD
There are a ton of other furs I met, too, that I'm totally forgetting in my PCD- and sleep-induced stupor. XD
There was a ton of playing, a lot of keep-away with my squeaky bone (you mean, mean people!) and soooo many amazing interactions. Also the Furshoot guys were absolutely stellar! They made the photoshoot experience amazing and if you get a chance to get pictures with these guys I highly suggest it!
I had the chance to play for a good half hour with a couple of mundanes who'd dropped by the convention out of curiosity. The woman thought me playing fetch was just the greatest thing ever. She also wanted everyone that passed to make me do tricks to get my squeaky bone back. XD Tried really hard to figure out if I was a girl or a guy but I wasn't giving away hints! She swore up and down she'd be getting a costume after this and made me promise to be there next year. XDD I was glad to have a couple other furs come up to help explain some things about the fandom (like cost of suits, how some suiters don't talk, etc, etc) for me since most of that's really hard to mime. rofl
This was definitely one of my favorite cons so far. The people were phenomenal. The conspace was gorgeous and very well laid out. The staff did such an excellent job I can't even begin to describe how smoothly things went. This is a con I will definitely be going back to again, though the move to the Westin should be interesting.
So thank you to all the people I met and hung out with. You're all such amazing people and the reason I go to cons. Keep being awesome and keep being furry!
My one, ONE SINGULAR complaint: there were SO MANY fursuiters just popping their heads willy nilly. o__o Call me old school but holy geebus guys keep it on until you get to the lounge! If you wanna peruse the Dealer's Den/Artist's Alley do it when you're not in suit (not like you can really buy things while you're suited up anyway). And it's not like any of these were medical emergencies, there were some sitting at the tables just down the hall from the lounge! It's because of this that Piston's going to be adopting a new persona: the Fursuit Etiquette Police. He'll be walking (or strutting, he never really just walks) around bopping people in the face when they're not wearing their head. >:] Even going to get a badge made with #KeepYourHeadOn on it and Piston dressed as a police dog.
Also use that hashtag on Twitter. Do it. Do it now.
Alsoalso my Twitter is PistonPitbull. Follow meeeee!
Tl;dr Sorry for the wall of text I love you all! You're an amazing group but dammit #KeepYourHeadOn!
PS:
rawkz0rz IS BALLIN'! <3
In more words: prepare for a wall of text. <3
To put it in a bit of perspective this was my first big con. I'd only been to MFM and TFF thus far so this was definitely a step up from there in terms of number of people and size of the space. It absolutely rocked my world. It was like going to a convention for the first time all over again. I met an amazing amount of awesome people. Of course








I got to meet a bunch of people that I've been dying to and that I look up to, namely










There are a ton of other furs I met, too, that I'm totally forgetting in my PCD- and sleep-induced stupor. XD
There was a ton of playing, a lot of keep-away with my squeaky bone (you mean, mean people!) and soooo many amazing interactions. Also the Furshoot guys were absolutely stellar! They made the photoshoot experience amazing and if you get a chance to get pictures with these guys I highly suggest it!
I had the chance to play for a good half hour with a couple of mundanes who'd dropped by the convention out of curiosity. The woman thought me playing fetch was just the greatest thing ever. She also wanted everyone that passed to make me do tricks to get my squeaky bone back. XD Tried really hard to figure out if I was a girl or a guy but I wasn't giving away hints! She swore up and down she'd be getting a costume after this and made me promise to be there next year. XDD I was glad to have a couple other furs come up to help explain some things about the fandom (like cost of suits, how some suiters don't talk, etc, etc) for me since most of that's really hard to mime. rofl
This was definitely one of my favorite cons so far. The people were phenomenal. The conspace was gorgeous and very well laid out. The staff did such an excellent job I can't even begin to describe how smoothly things went. This is a con I will definitely be going back to again, though the move to the Westin should be interesting.
So thank you to all the people I met and hung out with. You're all such amazing people and the reason I go to cons. Keep being awesome and keep being furry!
My one, ONE SINGULAR complaint: there were SO MANY fursuiters just popping their heads willy nilly. o__o Call me old school but holy geebus guys keep it on until you get to the lounge! If you wanna peruse the Dealer's Den/Artist's Alley do it when you're not in suit (not like you can really buy things while you're suited up anyway). And it's not like any of these were medical emergencies, there were some sitting at the tables just down the hall from the lounge! It's because of this that Piston's going to be adopting a new persona: the Fursuit Etiquette Police. He'll be walking (or strutting, he never really just walks) around bopping people in the face when they're not wearing their head. >:] Even going to get a badge made with #KeepYourHeadOn on it and Piston dressed as a police dog.
Also use that hashtag on Twitter. Do it. Do it now.
Alsoalso my Twitter is PistonPitbull. Follow meeeee!
Tl;dr Sorry for the wall of text I love you all! You're an amazing group but dammit #KeepYourHeadOn!
PS:

Seams are Done
Posted 13 years agoWell all of Piston's seams have been ripped out and restitched properly. :D After tearing out all the baste thread (so much black thread on my floor right now) he's getting a quick wash to hopefully smooth out some of the fur that got crimped from a year of being stuck in the seams. X'D Even if they don't loosen up he fits sooo much better. After he dries I'll install his zipper and that will be that. My to-do list for FWA is quickly whittling! I almost have all the pawpads cut out for his new hands and after that it's simple, quick stuff.
I've been talking and ranting and flailing to people about FWA and I'm getting more and more excited as the weekend draws closer~ @0@ Like. I'm more excited for FWA than I even normally get for cons. I'M FREAKIN' OUT, MAN! I'm glad we're getting there early 'cause one weekend is soooo not enough to hang out with all you crazy kids. <3 On that topic, we're flying in around 9am on Thursday. c: We plan to mostly wander around the hotel/surrounding area that day to get a feel for the convention and whatnot.
I've been talking and ranting and flailing to people about FWA and I'm getting more and more excited as the weekend draws closer~ @0@ Like. I'm more excited for FWA than I even normally get for cons. I'M FREAKIN' OUT, MAN! I'm glad we're getting there early 'cause one weekend is soooo not enough to hang out with all you crazy kids. <3 On that topic, we're flying in around 9am on Thursday. c: We plan to mostly wander around the hotel/surrounding area that day to get a feel for the convention and whatnot.
Aha
Posted 13 years ago"Let's rip out and replace Piston's zipper." has become "Let's rip out and replace Piston's zipper and chop out 3" from the shoulders so it fits right!" And "Let's re-do the sideseams." has become "Let's re-do all the seams that are shoddy!"
Yay for progress! X'D On the definite bright side: the bodysuit will be 10x better to wear, even if only slightly noticeably better in looks. c:
Yay for progress! X'D On the definite bright side: the bodysuit will be 10x better to wear, even if only slightly noticeably better in looks. c:
To-Do List
Posted 13 years agoMostly for my own records, lalala~
Before FWA (in order of importance):
Replace zippers in Trist, Roy, and Piston.
New handpaws for Piston with pawpads and claws (also add claws to feet).
Rip and restitch side seams on Piston to make them less visible and fit better.
Add elastic to various places in Roy's and Piston's bodysuits.
Replace Piston's tongue (and possibly teeth).
Shave down Piston's head a bit better.
In the Near Future:
Re-do Rooster's head.
Edit Rooster's legs to fit.
Move the heelpad on Rooster's feet back.
Future Suit Ideas:
Bison
Feline (Sunshine the Sabercat or Louis the housecat)
Pistachio the Goat
Red River Hog
Things That May or May Not Happen:
Revisions on Piston's face: lengthening the lips, evening out the front of the muzzle, new nose, new eyes; possibly one day redoing the whole suit in a shorter pile fur.
Remaking Sumomaru.
Before FWA (in order of importance):
New handpaws for Piston with pawpads and claws (also add claws to feet).
Add elastic to various places in Roy's and Piston's bodysuits.
Replace Piston's tongue (and possibly teeth).
Shave down Piston's head a bit better.
In the Near Future:
Re-do Rooster's head.
Edit Rooster's legs to fit.
Move the heelpad on Rooster's feet back.
Future Suit Ideas:
Bison
Feline (Sunshine the Sabercat or Louis the housecat)
Pistachio the Goat
Red River Hog
Things That May or May Not Happen:
Revisions on Piston's face: lengthening the lips, evening out the front of the muzzle, new nose, new eyes; possibly one day redoing the whole suit in a shorter pile fur.
Remaking Sumomaru.