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Posted 11 years agoI don't use this site much. It's purely a way to keep contact with those who don't frequent places else. So, if you're looking to find me or perhaps get in touch, let it be known you can do so at any of the following;
I'm on
dA http://rainbowcrumbs.deviantart.com/
Weasyl https://www.weasyl.com/profile/rainbowcrumbs
Skype RainbowCrumbs (Ozcursio)
Steam RainbowCrumbs
UKFur Ozcursio
Xbox Gamertag Ozcursio
... you get the running theme, here? Username is RainbowCrumbs. Name is Ozcursio. Go fetch!
I'm on
dA http://rainbowcrumbs.deviantart.com/
Weasyl https://www.weasyl.com/profile/rainbowcrumbs
Skype RainbowCrumbs (Ozcursio)
Steam RainbowCrumbs
UKFur Ozcursio
Xbox Gamertag Ozcursio
... you get the running theme, here? Username is RainbowCrumbs. Name is Ozcursio. Go fetch!
Cats.
Posted 11 years agoCat cat cat cat cat. Cat.
Something, or nothing?
Posted 12 years agoOne of those bigger-than-the-universe questions developed in my head again for no apparent reason. I probably can't explain it to quite the degree I'm thinking, but if for whatever reason, you came to find yourself in the position to decide one of two eventualities - nothing at all, or something, - what would you choose, and what are your reasons behind it? I don't think it's possible for humans to actually envisage nothing at all, but if your only alternative was something, an uncertainty at best, existence but in an undefinable manner - what would you choose?
Moving on before someone's head explodes.
I attended Birmingham's MCM Comic con and memorabilia Saturday 23rd Nov, which was brilliant. I was there with Blazer18 suited up, having a jolly good adventure. I have pictures, but better still, I have videos. When I get the chance I'll make a nice simple mash-up and upload to youtube. That'll be nice.
In other news, despite working now and almost all my days off being pre-booked, meaning I am left with very little time to simply rest and recover let alone work on other things, I am now in the process of making a suit for myself. No spoilers, but since I've booked and paid for Confuzzled next year, I figured I may as well have a decent suit to prance about in. Won't that be great.
See you later ;)
Moving on before someone's head explodes.
I attended Birmingham's MCM Comic con and memorabilia Saturday 23rd Nov, which was brilliant. I was there with Blazer18 suited up, having a jolly good adventure. I have pictures, but better still, I have videos. When I get the chance I'll make a nice simple mash-up and upload to youtube. That'll be nice.
In other news, despite working now and almost all my days off being pre-booked, meaning I am left with very little time to simply rest and recover let alone work on other things, I am now in the process of making a suit for myself. No spoilers, but since I've booked and paid for Confuzzled next year, I figured I may as well have a decent suit to prance about in. Won't that be great.
See you later ;)
Ruffles, Raphaels, Raffles?
Posted 12 years agoThey're really entertaining yet tedious to draw.
There's one in the shopping centre where I work who tried chatting up a co worker to great amusement.
Theirs is separate, yet simultaneous; this parnter-in-crime duo are hosting their own raffles here http://www.furaffinity.net/journal/5142121/ and here http://www.furaffinity.net/view/11810404/. I'd noticed, and was temped - don't be a bore like I was ready to be and just pass this opportunity up. They're offering a shot at free art, for Frith's sake. Get a wiggle on, go appreciate their existence - shoo.
There's one in the shopping centre where I work who tried chatting up a co worker to great amusement.
Theirs is separate, yet simultaneous; this parnter-in-crime duo are hosting their own raffles here http://www.furaffinity.net/journal/5142121/ and here http://www.furaffinity.net/view/11810404/. I'd noticed, and was temped - don't be a bore like I was ready to be and just pass this opportunity up. They're offering a shot at free art, for Frith's sake. Get a wiggle on, go appreciate their existence - shoo.
Eggs?
Posted 12 years agoHmm hm hmm hm hmhm hm hmmmm, and really bad eggs~
Pirates aside for the moment (although pirates can't be left for too long, mind)
is hosting a raffle for three marvellous eggs over here http://www.furaffinity.net/journal/...../#cid:36163743
Fancy yourself lucky? Go on then!
Pirates aside for the moment (although pirates can't be left for too long, mind)
is hosting a raffle for three marvellous eggs over here http://www.furaffinity.net/journal/...../#cid:36163743Fancy yourself lucky? Go on then!
Oh, you.
Posted 12 years agoJust spent a good few minutes trying to figure out where the hell the button was to write a new journal. Goes to show how well acquainted I am with this site. Last journal was getting on my nerves, and despite my not being on here often, I wanted to freshen up the place, update the page.
I have nothing to say to you :)
On a side note, it's always the evening - early hours that I end up being 'creative' and wanting to start projects. As of this very moment I've a pencil and sketchpad out and capturing little snippets of ideas that are falling out of my head. Usually if I'm all for it it's something on a larger scale that involves practical work (such as cutting pattern pieces for an unnecessarily fancy garment and the like) where I'll end up staying up for three consecutive nights until the damn thing is finished. That's how Amethystle happened, by the way, where I had no idea what I was doing or aiming for, just the compulsion to get something made.
It's been a year now, just about, since I last did that. I grew more tired and... bland. I'm not sure what happened, but I want to get back to that state where I could just have an idea and execute it within a matter of hours or days. I know I've said it before, but I've gotten to a point of desperation, so many opportunities I'm just letting pass me by, time to capture some of them again and set the ball rolling.
Currently on the hunt for as many people's reference sheets as I can source. Those that I know, I've met, I appreciate and just want to try and make smile. Not sure what I'll come up with, but want to give it a go.
Love you vitreous by-products of smelting ore x
I have nothing to say to you :)
On a side note, it's always the evening - early hours that I end up being 'creative' and wanting to start projects. As of this very moment I've a pencil and sketchpad out and capturing little snippets of ideas that are falling out of my head. Usually if I'm all for it it's something on a larger scale that involves practical work (such as cutting pattern pieces for an unnecessarily fancy garment and the like) where I'll end up staying up for three consecutive nights until the damn thing is finished. That's how Amethystle happened, by the way, where I had no idea what I was doing or aiming for, just the compulsion to get something made.
It's been a year now, just about, since I last did that. I grew more tired and... bland. I'm not sure what happened, but I want to get back to that state where I could just have an idea and execute it within a matter of hours or days. I know I've said it before, but I've gotten to a point of desperation, so many opportunities I'm just letting pass me by, time to capture some of them again and set the ball rolling.
Currently on the hunt for as many people's reference sheets as I can source. Those that I know, I've met, I appreciate and just want to try and make smile. Not sure what I'll come up with, but want to give it a go.
Love you vitreous by-products of smelting ore x
I'm off.
Posted 12 years agoI'll be honest, I haven't liked FurAffinity from the beginning, it was a place for me to follow those who weren't on deviantART and upload the occasional meet photo. I find the layout, functionality, and some of the audience to this site, irritating.
As such, I have investigated Weasyl and already I much prefer it. That's where you'll find me from now on, same username again. Once the chaos of moving house has settled somewhat, I'll get to uploading and updating things.
Hope you are all well, and I will keep checking this page for messages and such, though it's not like the activity will change any as rarely used it anyway :)
As such, I have investigated Weasyl and already I much prefer it. That's where you'll find me from now on, same username again. Once the chaos of moving house has settled somewhat, I'll get to uploading and updating things.
Hope you are all well, and I will keep checking this page for messages and such, though it's not like the activity will change any as rarely used it anyway :)
January 19th Birmingham Meet
Posted 12 years agoI couldn't help but notice, whilst going through the pictures from the last cold, white, Birmingham meet, that in practically every picture, everyone is smiling. You can't believe how absurdly happy that makes me. For weather that's supposed to be harsh, obstructive and destructive, it creates an instant game, a challenge if you will, whereby everyone participates and stops caring for a while, just to enjoy themselves. Fingers numb, ears stinging, damp clothes - none of it matters there and then. It's just happiness :3
January's meet was great for cheering me up, despite not necessarily managing to talk to many of you properly. I enjoyed good company, music and pizza. One day I'll make it to the bowling and meals, get to know people better.
I'm currently in the process of moving house, my computer is one of the very few things left here still standing. I'm also looking for a job, feeling hopeful with each application but still as of yet haven't heard back from one.
I need to get back to packing after uploading some photos of exploding snowballs, and most likely by the time I get around to updating this next, I'll be settled into our new home, preferably with an income to feed my car and adventures. Looking forward to the next,
Oz.
January's meet was great for cheering me up, despite not necessarily managing to talk to many of you properly. I enjoyed good company, music and pizza. One day I'll make it to the bowling and meals, get to know people better.
I'm currently in the process of moving house, my computer is one of the very few things left here still standing. I'm also looking for a job, feeling hopeful with each application but still as of yet haven't heard back from one.
I need to get back to packing after uploading some photos of exploding snowballs, and most likely by the time I get around to updating this next, I'll be settled into our new home, preferably with an income to feed my car and adventures. Looking forward to the next,
Oz.
Angry (feet)
Posted 13 years agoThe title, if I'm honest, has little relevance as the feet I'm working with seem to me to be quite happy. I just love Tim Minchin.
So, these happy feet then. They're not dancing penguin related either. Instead, I can tell you that I'm in the midst of making my very own foot-paws. Or sock-paws, to be precise. I have no particular need for them, just wanted to try it out as they look fairly fantastic, what with so much manoeuvrability and comfort, plus the simple fact that an Amethystle without feet indoors seems a bit sad for a partial. Mind you, I intend on wearing them about the house as slippers if they're as comfortable as I'm hoping they will be...
I've already made a rather disturbing dummy of my foot out of duct (quack) tape, to which my mother's initial reaction was 'Ah! Creepy foot!' and secondly 'Ah, creepy foot... it just needs to be that bit heavier, then you could paint it... Leave it places, poking out from under peoples' beds-'. Yes. My mother has a wonderful mind. She then proceeded by saying that I could make them from latex, and other limbs, such as toes for doorstops...
Sometimes I worry about her.
Yes, well, I'm currently in the process of carving out some lovely toes. Foam ones, for the sock-paws, not doorstops. I know my glue gun is hiding not far away, but exactly where is a mystery.
Once they're all in place and looking paw-tastic, I'll wrap it in yet more duct (quack) tape and cut out a decent pattern much like I would for any other garment/creation. The only fur I've got to hand at the minute is that wonderful yet rather long pile stuff that Amethystle is constructed from. I will try to shave it down, but at the same time, similarly with the head and gloves I'm wary of taking it down too short as the fluff ain't that great quality and I don't want it looking thin and bald in places.
My one querie, aimed not specifically at anyone in particular but someone who might have an idea, is that if the toes end up sitting quite near to one another, with such long fur how can I ensure it doesn't appear to be one huge monotoe?
That's all for now, as I'm keen to get these finished so I can try them on and wear them 'til they die. Do let me know if you'd like pictures (if they turn out good, at least) and so far I've been taking pictures of the process. If they come out really good, I may consider throwing in my own tutorial amongst the masses on the interwebs. I'll just try to make mine prettier and more interesting.
(quack)
RainbowCrumbs has spoken.
So, these happy feet then. They're not dancing penguin related either. Instead, I can tell you that I'm in the midst of making my very own foot-paws. Or sock-paws, to be precise. I have no particular need for them, just wanted to try it out as they look fairly fantastic, what with so much manoeuvrability and comfort, plus the simple fact that an Amethystle without feet indoors seems a bit sad for a partial. Mind you, I intend on wearing them about the house as slippers if they're as comfortable as I'm hoping they will be...
I've already made a rather disturbing dummy of my foot out of duct (quack) tape, to which my mother's initial reaction was 'Ah! Creepy foot!' and secondly 'Ah, creepy foot... it just needs to be that bit heavier, then you could paint it... Leave it places, poking out from under peoples' beds-'. Yes. My mother has a wonderful mind. She then proceeded by saying that I could make them from latex, and other limbs, such as toes for doorstops...
Sometimes I worry about her.
Yes, well, I'm currently in the process of carving out some lovely toes. Foam ones, for the sock-paws, not doorstops. I know my glue gun is hiding not far away, but exactly where is a mystery.
Once they're all in place and looking paw-tastic, I'll wrap it in yet more duct (quack) tape and cut out a decent pattern much like I would for any other garment/creation. The only fur I've got to hand at the minute is that wonderful yet rather long pile stuff that Amethystle is constructed from. I will try to shave it down, but at the same time, similarly with the head and gloves I'm wary of taking it down too short as the fluff ain't that great quality and I don't want it looking thin and bald in places.
My one querie, aimed not specifically at anyone in particular but someone who might have an idea, is that if the toes end up sitting quite near to one another, with such long fur how can I ensure it doesn't appear to be one huge monotoe?
That's all for now, as I'm keen to get these finished so I can try them on and wear them 'til they die. Do let me know if you'd like pictures (if they turn out good, at least) and so far I've been taking pictures of the process. If they come out really good, I may consider throwing in my own tutorial amongst the masses on the interwebs. I'll just try to make mine prettier and more interesting.
(quack)
RainbowCrumbs has spoken.
Greetings, fellow furs.
Posted 13 years agoBy popular demand, RainbowCrumbs now has a FA account for you all to stalk and spam them on! Joy!
What a day. I mean, what a freakin' epic most awesomeified day today has been, and after such an anxious start - what with my neurotic introvert tendencies - I am enthused and inspired by what I've been missing out on for so long.
I love you guys.
It was great to see and meet so many people, I'd never anticipated that many all in one place, and to think there was little room left in that tiny cafe at the breakfast pre-meet... Where I sat quietly to one side with my ears pricked, awaiting my mocha to be served and trying to follow the general conversation of others wondering if I'd ever be brave enough to contribute with a passing comment or two. When my drink finally did arrive, the majority of people were finishing up their noms and I automatically went to slurp it up. I could have sworn it was still boiling in the cup; perhaps the saucer was a hob in disguise?! I burnt my tongue then spent the next five minutes or so taking half-teaspoons of mocha, blowing it and sipping it carefully until I'd cleared enough room to put in some milk. Felt like such a derp. Turns out it was weak and watery and didn't want to drink it after the ordeal it had put me through.
The suited walk was one hell of an experience - for someone who doesn't get out of the house much as it is, to go out in public unsure if my craftsmanship was worthy of the outside world and have everyone love and pounce on me made me feel all special and happy-like.
Thanks to all those who gave me kind comments on Amethystle, my first partial fursuit, you really made my day. Considering I made it on a whim and had no idea what I was doing, I was expecting little more than acknowledgement that I had something fluffy stuck to my face. So many peoples' suits were stunningly crafted and thoroughly incredible! I admire you all.
Today would have been nothing if it wasn't for all the awesome, amazing people that organised, helped out, attended and those wonderful lot that talked to and hung around with me, making me feel part of it all and that I'd already got some great new friends.
Not to mention all the hugs. So. Many. Hugs.... And the occasional bite, lick or nom xD
Can't wait to see some photos!
S'later, dudes.
What a day. I mean, what a freakin' epic most awesomeified day today has been, and after such an anxious start - what with my neurotic introvert tendencies - I am enthused and inspired by what I've been missing out on for so long.
I love you guys.
It was great to see and meet so many people, I'd never anticipated that many all in one place, and to think there was little room left in that tiny cafe at the breakfast pre-meet... Where I sat quietly to one side with my ears pricked, awaiting my mocha to be served and trying to follow the general conversation of others wondering if I'd ever be brave enough to contribute with a passing comment or two. When my drink finally did arrive, the majority of people were finishing up their noms and I automatically went to slurp it up. I could have sworn it was still boiling in the cup; perhaps the saucer was a hob in disguise?! I burnt my tongue then spent the next five minutes or so taking half-teaspoons of mocha, blowing it and sipping it carefully until I'd cleared enough room to put in some milk. Felt like such a derp. Turns out it was weak and watery and didn't want to drink it after the ordeal it had put me through.
The suited walk was one hell of an experience - for someone who doesn't get out of the house much as it is, to go out in public unsure if my craftsmanship was worthy of the outside world and have everyone love and pounce on me made me feel all special and happy-like.
Thanks to all those who gave me kind comments on Amethystle, my first partial fursuit, you really made my day. Considering I made it on a whim and had no idea what I was doing, I was expecting little more than acknowledgement that I had something fluffy stuck to my face. So many peoples' suits were stunningly crafted and thoroughly incredible! I admire you all.
Today would have been nothing if it wasn't for all the awesome, amazing people that organised, helped out, attended and those wonderful lot that talked to and hung around with me, making me feel part of it all and that I'd already got some great new friends.
Not to mention all the hugs. So. Many. Hugs.... And the occasional bite, lick or nom xD
Can't wait to see some photos!
S'later, dudes.
Greetings, fellow furs.
Posted 13 years agoBy popular demand, RainbowCrumbs now has a FA account for you all to stalk and spam them on! Joy!
What a day. I mean, what a freakin' epic most awesomeified day today has been, and after such an anxious start - what with my neurotic introvert tendencies - I am enthused and inspired by what I've been missing out on for so long.
I love you guys.
It was great to see and meet so many people, I'd never anticipated that many all in one place, and to think there was little room left in that tiny cafe at the breakfast pre-meet... Where I sat quietly to one side with my ears pricked, awaiting my mocha to be served and trying to follow the general conversation of others wondering if I'd ever be brave enough to contribute with a passing comment or two. When my drink finally did arrive, the majority of people were finishing up their noms and I automatically went to slurp it up. I could have sworn it was still boiling in the cup; perhaps the saucer was a hob in disguise?! I burnt my tongue then spent the next five minutes or so taking half-teaspoons of mocha, blowing it and sipping it carefully until I'd cleared enough room to put in some milk. Felt like such a derp. Turns out it was weak and watery and didn't want to drink it after the ordeal it had put me through.
The suited walk was one hell of an experience - for someone who doesn't get out of the house much as it is, to go out in public unsure if my craftsmanship was worthy of the outside world and have everyone love and pounce on me made me feel all special and happy-like.
Thanks to all those who gave me kind comments on Amethystle, my first partial fursuit, you really made my day. Considering I made it on a whim and had no idea what I was doing, I was expecting little more than acknowledgement that I had something fluffy stuck to my face. So many peoples' suits were stunningly crafted and thoroughly incredible! I admire you all.
Today would have been nothing if it wasn't for all the awesome, amazing people that organised, helped out, attended and those wonderful lot that talked to and hung around with me, making me feel part of it all and that I'd already got some great new friends.
Not to mention all the hugs. So. Many. Hugs.... And the occasional bite, lick or nom xD
Can't wait to see some photos!
S'later, dudes.
What a day. I mean, what a freakin' epic most awesomeified day today has been, and after such an anxious start - what with my neurotic introvert tendencies - I am enthused and inspired by what I've been missing out on for so long.
I love you guys.
It was great to see and meet so many people, I'd never anticipated that many all in one place, and to think there was little room left in that tiny cafe at the breakfast pre-meet... Where I sat quietly to one side with my ears pricked, awaiting my mocha to be served and trying to follow the general conversation of others wondering if I'd ever be brave enough to contribute with a passing comment or two. When my drink finally did arrive, the majority of people were finishing up their noms and I automatically went to slurp it up. I could have sworn it was still boiling in the cup; perhaps the saucer was a hob in disguise?! I burnt my tongue then spent the next five minutes or so taking half-teaspoons of mocha, blowing it and sipping it carefully until I'd cleared enough room to put in some milk. Felt like such a derp. Turns out it was weak and watery and didn't want to drink it after the ordeal it had put me through.
The suited walk was one hell of an experience - for someone who doesn't get out of the house much as it is, to go out in public unsure if my craftsmanship was worthy of the outside world and have everyone love and pounce on me made me feel all special and happy-like.
Thanks to all those who gave me kind comments on Amethystle, my first partial fursuit, you really made my day. Considering I made it on a whim and had no idea what I was doing, I was expecting little more than acknowledgement that I had something fluffy stuck to my face. So many peoples' suits were stunningly crafted and thoroughly incredible! I admire you all.
Today would have been nothing if it wasn't for all the awesome, amazing people that organised, helped out, attended and those wonderful lot that talked to and hung around with me, making me feel part of it all and that I'd already got some great new friends.
Not to mention all the hugs. So. Many. Hugs.... And the occasional bite, lick or nom xD
Can't wait to see some photos!
S'later, dudes.
