I hope you're having a good weekend. This is the end for most of you, but working in my field, it's the start for me. Weekends aren't restful, though, since there's a lot to do at the HUSTLE.
First off: a bunch of stuff in the actual HUSTLE shop is on sale. With two huge projects full of stock on the way, I'd like to clear some storage out. Stickers and sheets are up to 40% off, LITTLE SHITS 1" stickers are on regular order again (no mystery pack guessing!), and BIRD CRIMES mugshots are restocked. Neat!
Check it out if you're interested. At this point, I can hold things off to combine with a GOLDEN AGE PARROTS pledge.
Advertising over, let's get back to CRITTER CRIMES. We have final artwork for all 3 sponsor pins, so, we'll call them official! Who's your favorite? I like them all, but I think the skunk is probably gonna do it for me.
We have 9 days left with nothing really new to unlock, so, I've been doing some research into additional addons for the CRIMES designs. I'm still looking at print manufacturers to do a compilation print/poster of every animal between both campaigns, but I did have one immediate find: washi tape is cheaper than I thought. The rectangular form factor of CRIMES pins makes them really great for that stamp-style washi tape that delusional k-pop fans enjoy, and with about 5 minutes of Googling I found a manufacturer willing to make it for a reasonable unit cost. So, we're adding washi tape! Stamp washi tape is available to all backers - both BIRDS and CRITTERS styles! Go check 'em out.
I'm still searching for an economical way to do little tabletop framed prints and keep them under $10 each, as well as a bigger poster like I said up there. I'll keep you guys posted.
Speaking of "10s," it's about time: I have sketches, and final options, for the $10k backer vote.
I picked 6 of the critter suggestions that I think would translate best to the CRIMES style, assigned them crimes (some based on suggestions, some tweaked a little), and they're here and ready to fight for your vote.
Between Orca, Moose, Kangaroo, Beaver, Feral Pig and Squirrel... who do YOU think should win?
You MUST be an active backer to vote in the poll. If you're not, and nothing on the table so far interests you, remember: we have the $1 TAXPAYER FUNDS tier which grants you access. If you end up wanting the winning pin - or anything else - you can switch to a pin tier any time before the campaign closes.
Voting closes on March 7th. Make sure to do your civic duty, and pick your favorite little pest!
Just so everyone knows, I will be running a giveaway at 1 week left for every damn thing in the campaign. So, all pins, all mugshots, one of each washi tape, and one sticker sheet. Keep an eye out for that both here and on BlueSky... it's gonna be an adventure.
Take it easy this lazy Sunday, and thanks for backing CRITTER CRIMES!
