hey everyone, sammie here!
thank you so much for coming to the launch of my store and checking out the first pins i've published as an independent producer. to kick things off there are two pins available: the first major pin is a tribute to one of my favorite naughty manga, and the second is a cute little glittery pin of my logo.
inspiration
first and foremost, i have to give credit where credit is due - my journey into pin collecting started over a decade ago. however, naughty pins weren't even something i considered possible until i saw the sailor senshi pins made by an artist named hvyblk. i wanted to create something that i hoped would make them proud if they saw it, but that still had its own unique style. cue, beetle babes pins. the concept of stylizing vintage hentai is one that i am super super fond of, but after the beetle babes trilogy of pins (that's right, there are two more comin!!) i won't be continuing that style of high gloss/high polish monochrome.
what's next
there are two more pins in the beetle babes trilogy. if you're a fan of the hentai, you'll might know who is making an appearance. i've released a few previews and clues on my insta, so please be sure to check that out and stay tuned for additional news!! i'll be releasing a poll soon for feedback on an idea i have, and i'd love to know your thoughts.
production
its important to note that i'm a one-woman show - i plan to release each pin as i have them in-hand. meaning that once its available for purchase, it's ready to ship right to your door as soon as possible.
however, please keep in mind that this means each pin has to be funded from sales. i won't do kickstarters, i won't do pre-orders, so i hope you understand that things may take a little longer.
future
as i continue to create (hopefully), i'll split up pin releases into two categories: major and minor. minor pins won't be attached to any particular theme, may be smaller overall, and won't be graded. these will typically be cheaper than the major releases. each of my major pins i release will follow a theme, and be larger. these pins will be graded and priced accordingly.
additionally, right now, all this is a passion project funded from my own lil pockets. i hope to do some stellar stuff like get backing cards for the pins, have more intricate stamping for numbering, and even create cool things like certificates of authenticity.
i also want to offer ways for you to protect and display your pins, like those neat little clear floating displays, and 3d-printed stands to show off your collections.
thanks again, and i hope you visit my store for the next release~!