June pin reveal + important updates!
Added 2022-05-05 16:10:57 +0000 UTCJUNE PIN REVEAL DAY!
(got the update wrongly scheduled I'm sorrrrrrry)
Magical girl Nanami will save the world from despair!
• Rose gold plated
• 5cm aprox
• 2 rubber clutches
PATREON UPDATES
As I've already said on Discord a few days ago, I am really worried about the future of this Patreon. By some world circumstances, prices for everything are being really raised.
- This affected spanish post service, as prices got REALLY high this year. We always had a really unfair and exhesive prices, but now these even worse.
- Manufacturers also raised their price. Molds and pins were 600-700€ when I started with this Club, and these are now 1k€ or even more. Their couriers also raised prices so I am charged more to receive the pins and to free them from customs.
- Couriers from China are suffering terrible delays cause the COVID situation got worse here. It takes almost 2 weeks for packages to leave the country.
- Price of the paper also increased, but that is still affordable.
By this situation I am not sure if I will be able to keep the Pin Club for too long. My idea was to keep it until the July pin as the May, June and July pins were ordered at the same time and are already on production.
I didn't really wanted to end the Patreon on there, because it's my monthly income, so that would be really bad. So I accept suggestions or whaetever you all could have to say on the future of the club.
My main idea was to keep the club open but change its theme. Instead of pins, keep doing the polls but for an special monthly print.
Add the monthly print, an elegible print, matching sticker, and of course the Solano candy.
Same as the 35$ tier now but without the pin and different price.
And maybe from time to time add a pin to an specific month, and if prices get back to normal someday go back to the pins again.
I would appreciate to hear everyone's thoughts on this!
Comments
Hi Cris, any idea when the Feb/March pins will get sent out?
Lacey Scott
2022-06-01 19:58:37 +0000 UTCChiaki is gorgeous in this new pin ❤ I would be gutted to see the pin club go, but completely understand why. I wouldn't mind paying more considering the world situation, if that would even be a viable option... otherwise, I do personally like the idea of keychains?
Vicky Peculiar
2022-05-06 06:05:57 +0000 UTCwhichever way the wind blows, I can live with.
crufl
2022-05-06 02:36:42 +0000 UTCI would be happy if the club can stay open but understand if it has ro close cause those costs are insane! A monthly print instead of pin would be fine with me, your artwork is so beautiful! Whatever goes, I will still be here supporting ☺️🥰
Mittens
2022-05-05 22:58:30 +0000 UTCI'm not sure of the cost, but maybe you could do something like an acrylic stand or keychain instead of the pin? Just a suggestion. It does suck to see it go (I only just learned about the pin club D:, so this Chiaki pin and maybe whatever July's is will be the only ones I get), but it's totally understandable.
Elise
2022-05-05 22:56:38 +0000 UTCI'm sad to see the pins go but I'm excited to see what you do next!! Alao, I tried to PM you a seperate question here, but you didn't see it. What's the best way to contact you directly?
Lacey Scott
2022-05-05 19:27:20 +0000 UTCToo bad to see it go, but unfortunately everything is getting much more expensive. As for alternatives, maybe Acrylic stand could be cheaper ?
Asthannoln
2022-05-05 19:19:36 +0000 UTCI'M READYYYYY FOR THE CHIAKI PIN 😍😍😍 I am sad to see the pins go but it was a nice ride. I'll be happy to support on that you do next Criis
Dan Nanami
2022-05-05 17:27:34 +0000 UTCShame it had to come to this but I'll certainly be there to support your work. Prints are also really nice too after all. And who knows maybe there will be the epic Pin Club revival some time ^^. Either way it'll be interesting to see how the Patreon will shape up in the future. <3
Medjed707
2022-05-05 16:55:28 +0000 UTCSo long as what we get will have equal value like the pins I'm fine with whatever Criis
Ultimate_Blank!
2022-05-05 16:48:00 +0000 UTCVery sad that pin process got too overpriced to make it viable. But deffinetpy going to keep supporting you regardless of what will come next!💖💖
DiddlyDaddlyDoo
2022-05-05 16:20:41 +0000 UTCI will be sad to see the pins go, but I totally understand why. And I would love to get prints and the occasional pin! I think it's a good idea!
DeadlyNightShade Art
2022-05-05 16:18:39 +0000 UTCI think your main idea is amazing, Criis!! It's perfect! Two prints and a matching sticker, AND CANDY??? I've always loved the stickers so much, they're always so cute!! Although it's sad to see the pins not be a constant thing, I can't wait to see what you do with the patron! Will always love and support your work! <3
IceyBab902uwu
2022-05-05 16:17:29 +0000 UTCI'm ok with whatever you think is best! I joined because I loved your art and wanted to support you, the pins are an added bonus.
Claire Blu
2022-05-05 16:17:20 +0000 UTCAww the pin looks so good, I can't wait :)) As for the future of the patreon, I'm totally fine with it going a different direction, and i completely understand the circumstances. I look forward to supporting you in your future endeavors ❤️ Love your work.
hotbuns
2022-05-05 16:11:26 +0000 UTC
