Ezekiells Playground

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About

neurodivergent | artist & handcrafter | hobby makerHi, I'm Ezekiell! I'm a hobby artist and handcrafter with a passion for costume creation, sculpting, & creature design. I love drawing/illustrating and bringing creatures to life in my costume art.Illustrates with: procreate, photoshop cs6, traditional media
Likes: psychology, palaeontology, spring/summer, birds
Dislikes: small talk, tofu, humidity, ableismNeurodivergent/LGBTQIA+/POC ally

FAQ

⦿ Do you make pre-mades?
Sometimes, yes! I mostly do pre-made paws, but sometimes you can find feetpaws and OOAK dolls in my Etsy and KoFi shops.
Please note that prices on my KoFi store are marginally cheaper than on my Etsy.⦿ Do you take commissions?
I am a hobby artist so I technically don't take commissions, but I am open to creating custom items at my discretion. I do intermittently open for custom requests for small costume parts & other handmade items.
Other than these times I am closed and am unlikely to take on your project.
Being a hobby artist I tend to only take on projects that interest me, as my making competes with my full time job. I always welcome enquiries, as I will consider taking on a project if it interests me.⦿ Can you hold an item/commission for me?
I am happy to put a commission on hold if you need more time to gather funds. This, however, does incur a non-refundable fee which is 50% of the items cost.
I do not offer holds for pre-made items in my Etsy or KoFi stores. If you see something you like in my stores, please consider purchasing or you may miss out!⦿ Will you consider payment plans?
For larger or more expensive items (ie fursuit partials, sets of items) I may consider accepting a payment plan, but this would have to be discussed with me prior to purchasing.
Please note that any payment plan will incur a non-refunable holding fee which is 50% of the items total cost. The reason for this is I would have to tell any other interested parties that the item is no longer available.
Payments would be made through personalised KoFi listings for the buyer - I would send a link for each payment/installment to the buyer on the agreed upon date.⦿ What kinds of fursuit parts do you/can you create?
• 4-finger and 5-finger handpaws These paws are plush and squishy. Finger escapes can be included in both 4- and 5-finger paws. Claws are minky or fabric, although hard claws can be included at an additional cost.
• Tails I can make nub, small, long, and floordragger tails. I particularly enjoy making longer tails with complex patterns. All tails are made from faux furs and plush minky, have hidden belt loops, and an internal foam block at their base for stability/support, as standard features.
• Slim & superslim feetpaws This style of feetpaw is constructed around the natural form of the foot and includes firm padding and an EVA foam internal sole for support, stability, and comfort. These paws are unable to incorporate outdoor soles due to their construction.
• Outdoor/active wear feetpaws This style of feetpaw is built using a foam base (Fursmoothie pattern) and incorporates a tennis shoe inside. Decorative paw-pad bottoms are standard with this style of paw, unless otherwise requested.⦿ What patterns do you use?
The majority of my items are made from my own patterns. In particular 4- & 5- finger handpaws, and my slim & superslim feetpaws are my own pattern. Tails patterns are also created by myself, so every tail is unique.
Sometimes I also use patterns from other makers. Patterns I use from other artists include;
• Fursmoothie's foam feetpaw base
• Fursmoothie's mochi feetpaw pattern
• FoxFire Fantasy legacy hand and feet paw patterns
• SplitGrapeSoda's digi feetpaw patternFor ooak teddy bears and plush, alongside my own patterns, I also am currently using patterns by FurAddiction, NazFx Studios, and BeeZeeArt.⦿ How do I request an item to be made when you're open?
Just message me on twitter or KoFi and tell me about your project. If I like the idea I will consider taking it on.
You will know when I am looking for projects to make as I will announce it on my twitter. Sometimes I even attach a 'commissions open' or 'requests open' label to my username so that people know I am taking requests.⦿ I need my item quickly! Can you do rush orders/fast turnaround?
No. I have a full time job and my making is something I do for fun in my downtime, so I can not and will not ever offer rush orders.⦿ If you don't take commissions, why do you sometimes use the tag 'commissions open' and why would I pay you if it's not an actual commission?
I only use the term 'commission' as a way to indicate that I am open to creating a custom work, as this is a term that everyone easily understands. I have found that when I only mention I am open for requests, most people interpret this to mean that I will create something for free.
Materials are expensive and as a hobby artist I can't afford to create custom items for free. The price you pay for me to make you something special goes directly into me obtaining materials for your item and the time it takes me to create it.
I work a full time job and my crafting is not a business venture. All my handcrafts are made on my own time, often late at night or some weekends. As crafting is my hobby, I reserve the right to decline any prospective project.⦿ How can I support you?
Follow me on Twitter to see project wips/progress, tool tips, maker tips, and announcements for release of tutorials/patterns. I also occasionally post digital/traditional art, and character adopts there.If you would like to support me increasing my maker skills and continuing to create new items, consider supporting me via KoFi donation.You may also like to check out my Etsy and KoFi stores. My stores have many physical items I've made for fun or practice are put up there for sale - you may find something you fall in love with! I also have tutorials/patterns and character bases for sale.Sales of items/tutorials/bases, and KoFi donations allow me to obtain supplies needed to continue my craft and support me continuing to make content and tutorials.

Please note prices stated are starting costs only. Actual price for any given item may be more depending on complexity.
All prices are in USD.Fursuit parts
• Handpaws* – $265
• Slim & super slim feetpaws* – $250
• Regular feetpaws* – $350
• Tails* - $180 (short nub), $245 (medium), $270 (long), $300+ (floordragger)
• FoxFireFantasy hand & feet paws - $300*
*These are base prices for items with 2-3 colours.Add-ons:
• additional colours +$10 per colour
• finger escapes +$30
• spikes +$5ea
• spots +$5ea
• claw cuticles (soft claws only) +$10
• hard claws +$10ea
• feather fan +$30
• Gore tail cap +$30
• bone segments +$40-$60 depending on complexity
• Applique details (excluding on gore caps) +$15-30 depending on complexity
• Foam base (tail cores only) +$40
• Fursuit sandals +$30
• Outdoor soles +$25Other artisan items
• Slide-clasp purse - $15 (small), $20 (large)
• Pod bag - $20 (small), $30 (large)
• Book pocket - $20
• Laptop bag - $25 (small), $35 (large)For examples of fursuit & other items I’ve made showing these features, please look at my gallery here;

• KoFi Gallery

*Please note that item prices do not include postage. Postage will be calculated upon completion of your item and buyers are required to pay postage before I release your item.

Terms of Service
By requesting Ezekiell’s Playground for a custom item, or the purchase of pre-made work of any kind you are confirming that you have read and accepted to all of the below listed Terms of Service.
By submitting payment you confirm, accept, and have agreed to abide by all the following terms.
I reserve the right to alter/adjust these terms of service at any time without notice.General requirements
• You must be aged at least 16 years to purchase or request a custom item Ezekiell’s playground. I reserve the right to request a scan of a government issued ID to confirm the buyers/requestee's age.
• For buyers/requestee's under 18 years, parent or guardian voice consent via phone call and signed consent will be required before I accept your request.
• For buyers/requestee's aged under 18 years, any contact throughout the custom item production process will be done through the parent/guardian.
• Under 18s can not purchase feet or sock paws. This is because young feet are still growing and I don’t want you to grow out of your paws before you have a chance to enjoy them.
• Custom requests require a clear reference sheet or image clearly showing markings and basic colours.
• Once a custom request is accepted and the deposit is paid, all communication regarding the custom item will be conducted through the platform the custom request was accepted on (ie if the request was accepted on twitter communication will continue through twitter DMs), unless otherwise agreed.
• Once a custom request is accepted and paid for, regular communication is expected from both parties. This can be in the form of my Trello queue and/or DMs. If further information is required prior to commencing a custom item I expect a timely reply from when I request the additional information. Should I not receive the information I require to commence or continue working on your item I will cease work until it is received.
• Should the buyer/requestee cease communication for a period of 90 days (ie 2 months), and I am unable to re-establish communication, I reserve the right to consider the custom item abandoned/buyer has changed their mind. In this circumstance, no refunds will be offered (for further information regarding this circumstance please refer to my refunds policy).Features I DO NOT offer
• Fursuit heads of any kind (unless by discretion)
• Fursuits of any kind
• Racist, sexualised, or discriminatory content
• Rush ordersSpecial requirements for custom requests
• Handpaws are a one size fits most. If you have particularly large or small hands, I will require you to provide measurements or a scanned tracing of your hand to ensure best fit. It is your responsibility to notify me of special size requirements.
• Slim style feetpaws and super-slim style sockpaws will require you to provide your foot measurements (heel to toe, & width) and calf measurement to ensure best fit. This style of paws are soft/squishy and are recommended for indoor use only; no responsibility is claimed for damage to sockpaws due to outdoor or inappropriate wear.
Buyers/requestee's are responsible for accuracy of all provided measurements.
Buyers are able to request that I create a set of paw sandals when buying feetpaws if they wish to wear their paws outdoors, and creation of paw sandals will incur an additional cost.
• Regular feetpaws are made for outdoor/active. They are foam based and will require you to provide your foot size and shoe size. To create outdoor feetpaws I will require a new and clean pair of shoes to be sent to me at your own cost.
Please note that I choose to create outdoor feetpaws at my own discretion and I do not guarantee that I will accept outdoor feetpaw commission requests.Changes to Commissioned Items
• Once fabrics have been discussed and agreed upon, no further changes can be made. This is because as a hobby artist I need to specially order in your materials from overseas which incurs significant cost to myself.
• Fabric changes may occur due to a need to substitute, or for minor parts at my own discretion. In either situation I will notify/discuss this with you.
• Once reference material (ie a ref sheet) is provided and the commission paid for, under no circumstances can the design change. This is because I typically extensively modify my patterns/draw my patterns up from scratch and any changes will require a complete rework of the pattern.
• Once work has commenced (ie fabrics cut) no further changes can be made.In Stock Items
I do not do holds for in stock items on my Etsy or KoFi store.
If you see an item you like, please be prepared to purchase it otherwise you may miss out.Quotes
All quotes are free. All quotes will be provided that covers all supplies and work time needed to complete the project. If the buyer/requestee agrees, a Kofi listing for the item will be created and a link to this will be sent to the buyer for payment.Payments
All payments for commission items will be completed through my KoFi storefront via a personalised listing. Buyers/requestees will receive a link for a KoFi listing for their custom item deposit and subsequent payments.
I prefer buyers to pay upfront so that I can easily obtain materials for their project.
By submitting your payment you are agreeing to abide by the following terms:
• In the case of payment plants, the first payment is a 50% non-refundable deposit which is used for the cost of materials and other necessary parts.
• Work on your item will not commence until the full amount/payment plan deposit is paid.
• In the case of payment plans, the remaining cost of the item is required to be paid upon completion.
• Your item will not be shipped until it is 100% paid, no exceptions. In the case of payment plans, if full payment is not made within 90 days (ie 2 months) of completion, the item is considered forfeit and I reserve the right to make minor edits and sell the item as a pre-made.
• If you cancel your custom item after work has started, your item will be finished with minor detail changes and sold as a pre-made. Buyers need to be aware that cancellation of a custom item with result in forfeit of 50% of that items total cost (deposit amount).
• Payment plans are available by negotiation. In this case please message me directly.
• Shipping costs will be calculated upon completion of the item. It is expected that buyers pay postage promptly.Payment plans and holds on custom items are accepted in certain circumstances. Holds require a non-refundable 50% deposit with the remainder 50% being paid within a 2 week period, or in two 25% installments over a 4 week period. If the remainder of the hold is not paid within the agreed timeframe I reserve the right to place the item back up for general sale.Payment plans
Expensive items, such as pre-made partials sets or collections of items, I may consider accepting payment via a payment plan. Any payment plans need to be discussed with me first prior to purchase and I reserve the right to refuse any propose payment plan.Please note that any payment plan will incur a non-refunable holding fee which is 50% of the items total cost. The reason for this is I would have to tell any other interested parties that the item is no longer available.
All instalments on a payment plan would be made via a personalised KoFi listings for the buyer - I would send a link for each payment/instalment to the buyer on the agreed upon dates for each instalment.Payments plans need to be completed in full within a 2 month period. Longer periods may be requested but in this instance may incur an additional fee. I reserve the right to decline extensions to any agreed upon payment plan.By submitting the 50% holding fee for an item and commencing a payment plan, the buyer is agreeing to the following terms;
• The item will not be shipped until it is 100% paid, no exceptions.
• Failure to pay instalments on time and within the agreed upon plan period may result in the item being cancelled/refunded minus the holding fee.Refunds
• Deposits are non-refundable.
• Refunds for change of mind are not allowed. It is not my responsibility if you change your mind.
• In the case of the buyer cancelling custom items once work has commenced, refunds will be made based on the amount of work already completed excluding the non-refundable 50% deposit.Shipping
All shipping is conducted through Australia Post and includes tracking (no exceptions). Ezekiell’s Playground is not responsible for shipping charges set by Australia Post.
Damage or loss of the item once it has been handed over to the postal service is not my responsibility. In these instances I recommend taking these issues up with the postal service for rectification.
It is the buyers/requestee's responsibility to ensure the shipping address provided is correct.
UK & EU BUYERS: I am really sorry, but due to changes in VAT collection and other tax collection changes I am generally unable to ship to the UK or EU. I am happy to ship to an alternate shipping address, however, I bear no responsibility for loss of items in this instance.
If UK/EU buyers wish me to ship directly to their UK/EU address, the buyer is responsible for paying any VAT or additional tax charges incurred by their countries customs themselves. Ezekiells Playground bears no responsibility for customs charges the buyer may incur in this situation & I will not bear any responsibility for loss of items in the instance that they buyer doesn't pay any incurred customs charges.Warranty & Repairs
Warranties are not offered on items. They are handmade products and subject to minor imperfections. If a significant issue arises I encourage direct contact so I can provide guidance on any repairs that may be needed.
I will offer repairs for major flaws (ie flaws that make the item unusable) but shipping costs remain the responsibility of the buyer, and depending on the nature of the repair I reserve the right to charge the cost of supplies. If you are unsure about whether something is a major flaw/major repair I encourage you to contact me directly to discuss the issue.
Any damage incurred during shipping is not the responsibility of Ezekiell’s Playground.
Any damage through inappropriate use of the item is not the responsibility of Ezekiell's Playground.Allergy disclaimer
I work in a pet friendly environment and keep birds. My birds have oil based feathers, so do not produce feather dander/dust and are considered hypoallergenic species. If you have any minor allergies to feathers, please let me know so I am aware of it and can take steps to reduce the impact of my feathered companion on you. If you have extreme allergies I would not recommend requesting me to make custom items for your as I can not guarantee a feather free environment in my home workspace.Publicity, use, and rights
Character or creature design rights are maintained by the buyer/requestee, unless the design is owned by another individual/entity.
Items can be resold at any point as long as it is clearly indicated the item was originally created by Ezekiell’s Playground.
Ezekiell’s Playground retains the right to use and display photographs and videos of the project at all stages of completion.Blacklisting
Blacklisting is the banning of a person from contacting and purchasing any product from Ezekiell’s Playground. I reserve the right to blacklist anyone at any time with discretion. Actions that may result in a blacklist are:
• Requesting free work
• Repeatedly asking for discounts
• Repeated disrespectful, rude, and/or demanding behaviour
• Repeatedly requesting extensive quotes followed by repeated ghosting

Contact

Thank you for visiting. Please feel free to follow me on social media!If you'd like to enquire about a custom project you can message me on my Twitter or KoFi.