Question 1

What is "furry"?"

Accepted Answer

Furry is a fandom, or group of people united together as fans in a common subject. This happens to be anthropomorphic animals! The furry fandom is a very diverse group with a long history, and not easily summarized. Further reading, and even a documentary can be found here:

https://www.anthrocon.org/what-is-furry

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iv0QaTW3kEY

Question 2

What is a fursona?

Accepted Answer

"Furry Personas," or fursonas, are a common aspect found within the furry fandom. They're basically an anthropomorphic animal version of you. While fursonas tend to be a popular choice to be made in costume form, many people have an assortment of characters and have them made into fursuits too.

Question 3

Do I have to be a furry to commission you?

Accepted Answer

Nope! I can do part work for renaissance fair costumes, cosplays, or general costuming. I am also open to making mascots and educational costumes, such as for a sports team, a school, a wildlife sanctuary, or a business. I even offer designing services for those seeking a mascot costume from me.

Question 4

I have an animal allergy, do you have any pets?"

Accepted Answer

I live in a cat and dog friendly home. While I keep them separated from my workspace, things like dander can still float in. I would not suggest commissioning me if you have a severe allergy. A minor allergy should have minimal problems.

Question 5

Are your products vegan?

Accepted Answer

All fursuits, costumes, and accessories are 100% vegan unless otherwise stated.

Question 6

Are your fursuit heads glasses friendly?

Accepted Answer

They are! By default all of my fursuit heads accommodate for glasses unless otherwise stated. For people without glasses, this grants extra ventilation for more hours of romping around.

Question 7

How do I care for my fursuit?

Accepted Answer

Caring for your costume isn't hard, but age and wearing needs to be taken care of. There's a whole page dedicated to maintaining and cleaning your fursuit found here.
 
https://www.8amcostumes.com/care-and-maintenance

Question 8

Can I schedule a pickup for my commission once it's done?

Accepted Answer

I do offer at con pickup for clients who are attending the same convention as I am and their suit is done by the con. For non-convention pickup, it can be discussed. Note that 8AM Costumes is based in St. Louis, Missouri when wanting pickup!

Question 9

What should my reference sheet look like?

Accepted Answer

While I sketch concepts up for each client, a good reference sheet is key to making sure your vision is translated appropriately. A front and back two view reference sheet with no shading and shows the markings clearly is a fantastic start.

Question 10

Can/do you use parts from other makers?

Accepted Answer

Normally I keep parts in house, but if requested I can outsource parts from other makers. This typically means resin bases, jawsets, silicone pawpads, silicone tongues, and other features. I can also use items sent in from you, whether it be fur, fursuit parts, or other things.

Question 11

Can you mimic another maker's style?

Accepted Answer

I do not replicate other makers styles. I am happy to match your art, a theme, or mimic a style I've done previously on my own work.

Question 12

Can I pay extra to have my commission finished sooner?

Accepted Answer

No. It's not fair to other clients or you, as a rushed suit is never as good as one that had time spent on it. I do not offer guaranteed deadlines either, I provide a time estimate.

Question 13

I'm under 18 and wish to commission you. How would I do that?

Accepted Answer

If you are under 18, I will need a parent or guardian to contact me and discuss payments, as well as agree to my terms of service before commissioning. This is for legal reasons and to ensure no trouble may possibly happen. I may request a legal ID as proof of age if needed.

Question 14

How do you make -insert anything-?

Accepted Answer

I got started by using wonderful tutorials provided by http://matrices.net/ and https://fursuit.livejournal.com/. If these do not help, try Google. Many makers have excellent tutorials for free or to purchase for a small fee. YouTube and Etsy are full of patterns, templates, and videos for new makers to follow.

Question 15

What is a DTD?

Accepted Answer

A DTD, or duct tape dummy, is a tape replica of your body that I can build fitted bodysuits tailored to you off of without having you in the shop! They're required for any commission involving a bodysuit, and aren't hard to make. You can learn how to make your own here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=coradGn8wNY

Question 16

Where do you purchase your fabrics?

Accepted Answer

Fabrics for my work are purchased all over the place, but primarily through BigZFabric, CR's Crafts, Howl Fabrics, Fabric.com, I'mStuffedFurs, Mendels, and local fabric stores.

Question 17

Why are your prices so high?

Accepted Answer

Fursuits are not cheap to make! Fur, foam, other fabrics, concept art, 3D printer filament, taxes, and so on are just a scratch on the surface of how much money goes into making a fursuit. Denali of LobitaWorks goes into detail more here: https://lobitaworks.tumblr.com/post/611273644758433792/fursuit-pricing-explained

Question 18

I have a question that wasn't answered on here!

Accepted Answer

Did you read my terms of service? There are questions answered in it! If you cannot find it on there or through here, you can email me and I will get back to you as soon as possible.

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