Just an update to let you know that I'm still very active here, I just don't post journals often.

For those of you who missed it or aren't in the loop, I'm having a simple giveaway here, for a pair of my new Yoshi earrings. Click here to find out- [link]  
_{(if it gets really popular, I might have 2 winners)}

I just want to say that the support and kind words you guys give me is really uplifting. I'm trying to gain more exposure, but it's hard. Any little bit you can give helps out tremendously.

I will be making a whole slew of fanart related earrings- Adventure time, mlp, Nintendo, sailor moon, etc. If you have any suggestions for earring/jewelry you'd really like me to make please let me know!

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I don't know if any of you noticed but the East Coast/Northeast/New England is getting a hurricane on Mon/Tues.

So, if I don't respond to any of you lovelies for a few days it might be because I'm without power. And it's pretty much guaranteed that I will lose power, this house always does. Keep your fingers crossed that I don't get hit too hard, I don't want a repeat of last years Halloween storm.

Never mind! I got lucky, all is fine.










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Not much to say. Still working on some commissions. I'm glad Fall has come. I love Autumn weather and colors and well... Halloween! I'll never be too old for that. Seriously, I love Halloween.

I'm still unemployed, and broke as hell, trying to scrape by and pay off some of my bills each month.
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I guess that's about it, I suppose. Feel free to chit-chat with me, I'm bored


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-Below is the full interview- (it's so weird having my full name and location in a magazine, and now over the internet) As a side note, if you read the magazine article, I started sculpting with polymer clay in 2007. I graduated high school in 2002. Not that I mind being perceived as younger than I am.

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What is your full name?

Tamara Bostan


Where are you located?

Manchester, CT


How long have you been crafting?

I've been sculpting with polymer clay since I discovered it in 2007. I took art and pottery classes in High school way back when and even before that, I'd make little clay creatures when I was a kid.



How long have you been doing games-inspired crafts?

Starting around 2007. Pretty much since I started crafting with polymer clay. Kirby and Yoshi were my first game inspired crafts. I figured if I'm gonna learn to sculpt, I might as well start with something I like.



I saw your figure is pretty small, like three inches. Why did you choose to make it so small?

Because I have a masochistic streak in me. Haha, not really. It actually came about when someone on DeviantArt contacted me a while ago to see if I'd be willing to do a figure commission for them. I didn't have any set prices or figure styles at the time, so I gave the person the option of 2 different figure types. One was a bit larger and the other was a Gashapon or Trading Figure type. They tend to run small, around 3-4 inches. After I made hers, other Deviants were interested in that same style of figure. I decided to make the Lucca figure so small as a challenge for myself. I wanted to see if I could make a well know character in that style and still keep her well done and recognizable.



What materials did you use?

I used a copper wire armature, polymer clay, copper wire for her antenna, microphone and glasses, epoxy putty, and acrylic paints.



How long did this take you to make?

I worked on her on and off when I felt like it. Generally my figures can take a few weeks to a month or two to make.



I also saw it is intended to be part of a planned diorama. What will be in that diorama?

I'm actually almost done with the diorama. I made an Ayla and Marle figure to go with it also. They will be in 65M B.C., in a jungle forest area. Ayla will be in mid-air ready to fight. Marle and Lucca will be casting Antipode. I wanted to make something a little over the top for my figures this time.



What's your favorite version of Chrono Trigger? SNES or DS?

I'm not picky. I've played the SNES version more times than I can count, but I enjoy the portability and re-translation of the DS version. I like them both.



What's your favorite moment in CT?

Oh gosh really? There's so many. Frog reclaiming the Masamune and going after Magus. When you get to fight Magus for the first time. The first time I saw the kingdom of Zeal (I was 11, it was amazing.) I really love the game so I could go on and on.



What do you think is the biggest misconception gamers have about CT?

That it's old and outdated. That because it's not graphically up to today's standards it would diminish your playing experience. Or, that it's too awesome to handle. The latter is almost true, but I think you can handle it.



How has this piece been perceived by friends and anyone who sees it?

Well I did submit it for a small contest entry and I won popular vote. I've generally received very good feedback on her, so I'm happy. My friends that also like Chrono Trigger did seem to appreciate my Lucca figure a bit. I get a lot of enjoyment when something I create makes people happy.

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Hi everyone from Reddit. Thanks for stopping by. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions or what-not. I'm pretty laid-back and friendly.

To my normal and regular watchers, I love your faces!





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Not much to say. Got a bunch of commissions to work on, so I'm happy about that. My computer is finally up and running. The weather is nice and the gardens I'm growing are all doing well. Yup. I have a problem writing on the internet. I feel like I'm speaking into the void  






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Hey, deviants I watch, stop changing your names. It's confusing. Stop that shit.

or not, that's fine.

I'm not changing my name. One of the lovely things I like about the name 'Tsurera' is that no one uses it. Anywhere. Don't you start either.

It's my DA, Tumblr, Reddit, Etsy, etc. Why do I keep the same name everywhere? It insures and reminds me that just because I'm on the internet, doesn't mean I should be any different that I would be in real life. Also it helps make people feel a bit more comfortable, when commissioning me or buying from my Etsy shop.

In other news, my computer's still not working. Hopefully I'll get the parts I need in the mail in the next few days.
Ok that's all.







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While it was on. I didn't know that she had. Luckily I turned it off after I heard zapping and simultaneously smelt burnt urine. Anyway, point of that (besides it being funny if you're not me) is that I have to wait a bit to fix my computer (hopefully within a week, waiting for new comp parts.) So I won't be as silently active as I usually am. If you need to get a hold of me, I'll be able to check my DevArt and email once a day atleast.

Fun times.

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YUP! Selling a bunch of my anime/game collectibles. Check 'em out-[link]

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And believe me I am still alive.

But I've been more active on Tumblr for now. I'll be posting some new work up here once I finally finish (gah so slow..)

Commissions will reopen soonish, I am desperately in need of money, ahahah...

S'all for now my lovelies.





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So there are some awesome people on DA.

First off saw that I have an undying love for Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood, and offered to send me her Alexander Armstrong figure. I got him and some extras, so I need to let the world know that you're awesome!

Second, I have a love of 's art, sketches and characters. I decided to see if it'd be alright to make a fan-sculpt of a character of hers for her B-day. She said sure and in return drew me some  B-day gift art too (we're January babies)


So when people do nice things, I like to share



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Welp one more year 'till we all die! I don't really believe that.

My New Years resolution is to make some freaking money.
Lots and lots. ^{Money money money}

I'd like to be a bit more self sufficient and being able to support my mom would be great.


Other than that, have a great time guys get drunk, do regrettable things, and drive safe.
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Merry x-mas, Happy Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Winter solstice, and anything else I missed.
This heathen agnostic will be celebrating xmas.

Also don't be alarmed by my spam of deviations. It only happens once in awhile.


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It's been an interesting few days. Got about 8 inches of snow on Sat. Had half my backyard covered with trees and tree branches; power-lines were down, literally, all around my neighborhood, AND I ran out of cat food _{(I have 9 cats) don't ask,} so I had to walk a few miles to Stop and Shop, hoping they had power (which they did thankfully.)

Just got power back yesterday. If I sound like I'm bitching, I'm not, not really. Just wonder what's awaiting when winter comes, haha.


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I just write journal entries so it doesn't look like I don't write journal entries...




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Holy hell it's hot

As usually if anyone has and ideas, inspirations, and what-not, let me know.



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Started a group called NerdCrafters. It's for people who craft in all forms, nerdy things.
No OCs.

It's mostly fanart & a little pop culture centered. Check it out if you  have the chance. (Just scroll down a little)


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My First Fanfic
My First Fanfic
by John Su

Sonic the Hedgehog ran very quickly down the hall to where the fire was coming from. While running he ducked into a rolling spin and made a sound like "@@@@@@@!" so he could dodge the fireball lasers.

At the top of the staircase he stood up and shouted at the top of the staircase "Sephiroth!" The man with long hair turned slowly and with a flash of his sword removed Sonic's nipples from his body.

"OUCH that hurts!1" cried Sonic, hurting. "Looks like I will need the power of the CHAOS CRYSTAL for this opponent!" and he raised up a handful of glowing gems.

The light from the jewels summoned all the legendary poke

Because I know you can't get enough of me~


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Took your sweet sweet time Spring. It's been cold way too long. Let's get some warm weather up in here


Finished a commission, and working on some personal art (including jewelry ) and having fun.



Started a group called NerdCrafters. It's for people who craft in all forms, nerdy things.
No OCs.

It's mostly fanart & a little pop culture centered. Check it out if you  have the chance. (Just scroll down a little)

As usually if anyone has and ideas or inspirations for me, let me know.



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I don't usually update this, but I'm always around.

Haven't been feeling particularly inspired as of late. So I don't really have much to show for it.

So any ideas, suggestions?  Sculpts, stamps, photos, jewelry, drawings, etc. I can do some better than others, but I just need some ideas or encouragement. I dunno.

I'm done, but have Joyous Christmas, Hanuka, Kwanzaa, "I'm an Atheist I don't celebrate any of those", and etc, Holiday!

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The more complicated the more expensive. _{(That includes- wings, large flowing capes, large tails, tiny intricate details, weapons/accessories, crazy poses, etc. If you're unsure, feel free to ask. I don't bite, much.)}


Small, simple sculpts, like my Nintendo figures
$30+ ( the more difficult the more expensive)
  


2 inch Yoshi sculpts, like this or this starting $55


Small gashapon type figures, (around 3- 3.5 inches) like this style - or this style



6-7 inch figures. starting (no pictures yet.)


Human sculpts come with a simple base of your choice.

--Please have pictures/reference sheet and a good description of what you would like.
The more the better.-- _{(eg: a simple pose, expression, idea, any specifics I need to know, etc)}

Be aware that sculpts take time to make. (generally a few months)

Shipping can range from $8 to $15 or more depending on what kind and what land you hail from. _{Please be aware that I do require tracking/deliver confirmation for shipping within the US.}

Note me if interested!

I accept Paypal/money order/concealed cash

Willing to do half payment to start, and half when done OR payment in increments if necessary. I know not everyone is made of money, and I am flexible

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Work in progress

The Magical Land of Yeld 2-?

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Finished [link]
6 Gashapon-, paid, Done
Gashapon- paid,Done
Gashapon- paid, Done
Gashapon-  Secret client paid, Done
Gashapon- paid, Done
Gashapon- -  paid, Done
Gashapon- paid, Done
5-6 chibi-    - paid, Done