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        <pubDate>Sun, 19 May 2013 22:26:44 PDT</pubDate>        
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                <title>Moving Sale!</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/Moving-Sale-371821938</link>
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                <pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2013 11:58:15 PDT</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">Moving Sale!</media:title>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ After spending way too long in the car, we now have an apartment in the new city for next month!  But that means we're packing and getting ready to move, and we're making every effort to trim everything we have.  This includes several plush I finished and never sold.  I've put them up on Etsy but I'd be happy to make discounts for DA folk.  Even Royal Guard Pony may soon find himself looking for a home (*gasp!*).<br /><br />If you're interested, please check them out!  Keep in mind I will not be taking commissions for *AT LEAST* a month, probably more, as we move, and I have every motivation to give these ponies a home in the next two weeks :).<br /><br />Giant  ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>I have a job!!</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/I-have-a-job-367085403</link>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 21 Apr 2013 16:34:18 PDT</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">I have a job!!</media:title>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ As you might remember, I got flown out for a job interview about two weeks ago.  Well, I heard back from them on Friday and they are offering me the job!!<br /><br />This is a super opportunity for me, and for me and my husband as a family.  The job not only sounds fascinating, the company is offering a generous salary and great benefits and health insurance.  Plus they are in Madison, WI, which is very centrally located between my family and my husband's.  Instead of seeing everyone once a year after a 10+ hour drive, we'll be <3 hours from everyone.  It also means that we can visit our young nephews and nieces more often as they grow up.<br /><br />All in a ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>Commissions Now Closed!</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/Commissions-Now-Closed-363879824</link>
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                <pubDate>Sat, 06 Apr 2013 09:55:57 PDT</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">Commissions Now Closed!</media:title>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ Wow, so here's a first!  I've had a LOT of commission interest in the last week (moreso than usual!) and I have several commissions lined up.  So for the first time ever, I'm going to close my commissions for right now, since it will take me a month to clear these orders.  In addition, I'm being flown out for an interview next week, and am doing that whole job-searching thing, so that's sucking up a ton of my time.  Since it's entirely possible we'll be moving sometime in May, I really don't want to have any open commissions at that time and make folks wait weeks as we try and move, get settled, and start a new job.<br /><br />There is one person still ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>Giveaway Winner!</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/Giveaway-Winner-357330448</link>
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                <pubDate>Sat, 02 Mar 2013 14:32:04 PST</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">Giveaway Winner!</media:title>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ I was waiting to see if one last person wanted to finalize a commission before I drew a name for my giveaway.  In all there were 33 people with 39 entries.  As I said, all of my customers have been absolutely amazing and the business you have given me has paid for my rent for several months now between when I graduated and am trying to find a job.<br /><br />So, with that, the winner!  www.random.org picked out :iconduskyblue320: :devduskyblue320: .  He has requested Shining Armor!  Wooo!  I've wanted to make a Shining Armor for awhile now, so this is pretty exciting!<br /><br />Thank you everyone for your continued support.  I will continue to do giveaways ever ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>Giveaway Details and List!</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/Giveaway-Details-and-List-355806364</link>
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                <pubDate>Fri, 22 Feb 2013 11:07:21 PST</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">Giveaway Details and List!</media:title>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ I just have to say, you guys are AWESOME!  I've had quite a few commission requests this month, and whether that's due to the giveaway or not, it's really incredible.  Rent has been covered yet again, and we're saving for next month's already.  How awesome is THAT??<br /><br />Remember, this giveaway is a sincere "thank you" to all my customers, past and present.  If you have ever bought a pony from me, you are entered!   I have decided that repeat customers will be given a second entry, but a maximum of only two entries per person.  Mostly because otherwise a certain someone gets *10* entries!  :)  The list is at the bottom of this journal.  If you do ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>Pony Giveaway Announcement!</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/Pony-Giveaway-Announcement-352051785</link>
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                <pubDate>Sat, 02 Feb 2013 12:55:42 PST</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">Pony Giveaway Announcement!</media:title>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ EDIT: Giant Spitfire is for sale as well.  Poor gal still doesn't have a forever home!<br />EDIT: I will be posting a list of everyone who's eligible for the first part of the giveaway.  I want to make sure I don't miss anyone; so just double check for your name when the list is posted.  Thank you!<br /><br />Hey everyone, as is my usual I am giving away another free pony plush!  However, I have decided things are going to be a little bit different this time.<br /><br />My giveaway is meant as a sincere "thank you" to all of my supporters.  In the past all you had to do was watch me on DA and you were entered.  This time, I need to thank a different crowd.  So this  ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>Ponies for Sale!</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/Ponies-for-Sale-350363163</link>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 24 Jan 2013 16:41:58 PST</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">Ponies for Sale!</media:title>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ As of right now I have several commissions I need to work on, plus the :iconmy-little-plushie's: crossover contest, so if you're looking to commission me there is at least a 2 week wait, possibly 3, until I get to any new ponies.  It partly depends if this oncoming cold/flu I'm getting sticks around.  I obviously don't feel comfortable working on ponies when I'm sick, or risk sending out germs along with an adorable pony.<br /><br />However, I just wanted to list all the ponies that ARE for sale right now, if anyone's interested.  Each of these ponies is already completed and ready to ship.  They're all made of minky and are 12" tall with machine embro ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>Upcoming Commissions</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/Upcoming-Commissions-346245289</link>
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                <pubDate>Wed, 02 Jan 2013 06:36:00 PST</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">Upcoming Commissions</media:title>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ Happy New Year!  I hope everyone has had a safe and wonderful holiday season.  I'm currently still visiting my folks in Wisconsin, where they actually have snow and I can run around and play in it!  We won't be returning home until Jan. 5th, but I have been getting several commission requests so I wanted to put up some general information.<br /><br />If you're interested in commissioning a post-Christmas pony, feel free to contact me!  I know I've given quotes out to a bunch of folks.  The week I return I will be making a fabric order for commissions.  I only order fabric for commissions that have been paid.  It usually takes 1-2 weeks for fabric to ar ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>Vacation!</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/Vacation-343747675</link>
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                <pubDate>Wed, 19 Dec 2012 20:55:46 PST</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">Vacation!</media:title>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ Hey folks, just saying that I will be leaving for vacation early tomorrow morning and won't be back until the new year!  While I'm away I will most likely be checking the internet and DA and all that, but I can't promise my usual response time.  In fact, I'm not promising anything at all, because it's my vacation with family I see only once a year.<br /><br />If you are interested in a commission I am happy to discuss details with you!  Once we're back I will be taking commissions once again and working on ponies, first come first serve basis.  Until then, enjoy the holidays, and have a safe and wonderful couple of weeks.<br /><br />In the mean while, I will lea ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>Post Holiday Update</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/Post-Holiday-Update-339891618</link>
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                <pubDate>Mon, 26 Nov 2012 13:06:53 PST</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">Post Holiday Update</media:title>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ For everyone who's waiting on a pony from me, I wanted to apologize for the delay.  I haven't done any sewing since before Thanksgiving and it feels like an unconscionable delay.  Something in Thanksgiving dinner didn't agree with me, so I spent all of Friday vomiting buckets.  Then my husband's best friend (and best man at our wedding) who is also a good friend of mine, was around all day on Saturday and Sunday because he was being sent to the field on Monday (he's in the Army).  And since time with him is precious and erratic, we sort of spent all weekend hanging out with him.  He'll be out of touch for eight days straight while in the fiel ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>Christmas DJ Pon3 Sale</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/Christmas-DJ-Pon3-Sale-338824258</link>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 20 Nov 2012 14:56:46 PST</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">Christmas DJ Pon3 Sale</media:title>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ Hey everyone,<br />I didn't get any bids on eBay for Christmas DJ Pon3, so before I relist at a lower price, I thought I'd offer her for sale here.  If anyone is interested, she'll be only $275 + exact shipping.  Otherwise in a day or two she'll be back on eBay for $300.  She comes with all of her removable accessories, including her glasses, saddle, bells, stockings, and hat.<br /><br />Pics: :thumb337481145: :thumb337480767:<br /><br />If anyone is interested, that reminds me that poor Spitfire is still lonely and looking for a new home!  She's $175+shipping.  <br />:thumb308388413:<br /><br />Aaaaand back to work!  I've got three commissions, a prize pony, and my royal guard t ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>Darn you Royal Guard!</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/Darn-you-Royal-Guard-338083951</link>
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                <pubDate>Fri, 16 Nov 2012 14:18:22 PST</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">Darn you Royal Guard!</media:title>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ Why is making a Royal Guard pony plush so difficult? :(  I finally decided to go with the crescent moon shield cutie mark, based on a lot of the feedback I got.  Plus my husband loves Luna, so if I ever make him a Luna my guard can do his duty!  But then I had to decide on blue or tan eyes... Go watch the show.  There are both.  Not only that, in S3E1 the guard that comes running into the room to tell Celestia that the Crystal Empire is back... CHANGES EYE COLOR.  He runs in as blue, and talks as tan.  Ugh.  I finally went with blue.<br /><br />I had bought this gold fabric I *thought* would be perfect for the armor... and on closer inspection is not a ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>Giveaway Winner!</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/Giveaway-Winner-337506112</link>
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                <pubDate>Mon, 12 Nov 2012 18:23:07 PST</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">Giveaway Winner!</media:title>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ I almost forgot it was Monday!  Have a winner for my giveaway of a free filly plush!<br /><br />*EDIT* The first winner never contacted me, so let's draw lucky #2!  Using random.org, lucky #47/182 :devSuperPonyLover300: you're the lucky winner!  Please contact me via note or comment here to claim your prize, or I will draw a new winner.<br /><br />Also, on the old topic of Royal Guard pony cutie marks, I sat down and made a few ideas.  I used Paint, cuz it's all I have, but hey, it did its job.  I also had some ideas of a lock and key, castle towers, even a horn (like a warning pony, keeps a lookout and warns of danger), but my Paint skills weren't up to it.  If ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>Cutie Mark Poll and Giveaway!</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/Cutie-Mark-Poll-and-Giveaway-336791090</link>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 08 Nov 2012 19:47:49 PST</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">Cutie Mark Poll and Giveaway!</media:title>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ Hey guys, wanted to ask a quick question of the watchers.  I really really really want to make a royal guard pony, hopefully before Christmas, as the first pony I keep for myself.  But...!  Do Royal Guard ponies have cutie marks?  What would it be?  Anyone have any ideas/suggestions/knowledge?  I'm fine with a blank flank guard, since he'll be in armor, but it seems strange that only guards are grown up without cutie marks.<br /><br />*EDIT*  Hahaha, so the first few commenters made me feel kinda dumb for missing the obvious, a shield!  All I could think of was some generic horseshoes.  Of course now that I start looking there's about a million types o ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>Update and future giveaway!</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/Update-and-future-giveaway-332160742</link>
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                <pubDate>Sat, 13 Oct 2012 07:19:14 PDT</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">Update and future giveaway!</media:title>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ Yeah, everyone loves giveaways!  Thanks to all you commissioners and folks who bid on eBay, I have managed to cover rent expenses two months in a row via ponies.  I'm working hard to make it three months, but I'm not sure if it will happen.  In any case, you guys are awesome!  And not just commissioners; I love all comments, enthusiasm, and yes, critiques, that you guys leave!  So as we get towards Christmas I will be doing another giveaway.<br /><br />Rules will be simple: be a watcher!  I may also do a kids-only pony, but haven't decided yet.  I may give extra entries to past commissioners, but haven't decided yet.  Mostly it's just a given that I wi ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>Business Card</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/Business-Card-329691465</link>
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                <pubDate>Fri, 28 Sep 2012 18:17:03 PDT</pubDate>
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                <media:category label="Personal">journals/personal</media:category>
        <media:credit role="author" scheme="urn:ebu">munchforlunch</media:credit>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ Thought I'd just post quick that I finally ordered myself business cards!  Originally I wanted to have a nice OC or a string of complete plush, but I'm not really good at original art, or photo editing, for that matter.  Most of my plush have gone off to new homes so I couldn't really take a big group shot either.  What do you guys think?  Anyways, I decided to go with vistaprint because of their various deals on cards, and they had a pretty good selection of basic "sewing" themed images.<br /><br />:thumb329690743:<br /><br />If you want to order some of your own, they have a promotion going on.  Put whatever yo ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>On vacation// BACK!</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/On-vacation-BACK-326886753</link>
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                <pubDate>Wed, 12 Sep 2012 20:37:21 PDT</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">On vacation// BACK!</media:title>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ Hey folks,<br />Just wanted to say I'm leaving town tomorrow to go to my brother's wedding.  I won't be getting back until Tuesday.  So if any of you send me notes or ask questions, I will get back to you, I promise!  Just not until Tuesday.<br /><br />EDIT: I'm back!  But I want to leave tower of Derpy on my front page for a bit.  It's too cute not to.<br /><br />Also, tower of Derpy.  You know you want to see it.<br />:thumb326820348: :thumb326821752: :thumb326821603: ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>I'm on facebook!</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/I-m-on-facebook-325848494</link>
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                <pubDate>Fri, 07 Sep 2012 10:05:36 PDT</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">I'm on facebook!</media:title>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ So after much cursing and gnashing of teeth at that entity known as facebook, I finally got a page made and some pictures uploaded.  Man, they really try and hide key features, like "making a photo album" and such.  As of right now DA has far more photos and more information, but I may upload more WIP shots to fb and I'll use it to comment on sites like EQD.  If you'd like to "like" my page, check it out! http://www.facebook.com/pages/Munchforlunch/493612897316749<br /><br />Despite the fact that Munch is no longer with us, my account will remain as munchforlunch.  I consider it a homage to the little fluffer who always sat with me while I sewed.  I do ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>Artist Feature: Spread the Attention</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/Artist-Feature-Spread-the-Attention-323341104</link>
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                <pubDate>Sat, 25 Aug 2012 12:54:25 PDT</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">Artist Feature: Spread the Attention</media:title>
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        <media:credit role="author" scheme="urn:ebu">munchforlunch</media:credit>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ :devvonborowsky: started a great idea, to increase attention on various artists by basically doing a 'round the DA' feature!  He's featuring up to 20 artists and in return we showcase three of our favorite deviations of his.<br /><br />I said, "sure!" because although he's not really a plush artist, I still admire his work.  In no particular order:<br />:thumb281668058:  The picture is just so cute, and really, it's Eevee!  I love the incorporation of fur.<br />:thumb287647071: Actually the first deviation of his I ever saw, and I still like them!  Maybe not the most detailed of his work, but I am a sucker for fantasy, and I love the little dragon's gem, the s ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>Thank you everyone</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/Thank-you-everyone-319212806</link>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 05 Aug 2012 14:24:30 PDT</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">Thank you everyone</media:title>
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        <media:credit role="author" scheme="urn:ebu">munchforlunch</media:credit>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ I wanted to thank everyone who left me a comment on my last journal, or even had kind thoughts for us.  I miss Munch, I still do and I will for a long time.  He was a huge part of my daily life and I still expect to have him greet me when I come in the door.  I'm going to be back to ponies later tonight I think, getting my routine back, and I have two new commissioners too, so thank you!<br /><br />Munch was a very special cat.  He was a munchkin kitty, meaning he had very short legs and looked kind of like a corgi.  He also had the sweetest disposition I'd ever seen.  He loved all humans, always wanting to be with us if we had friends over, even would ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>Grieving</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/Grieving-318544474</link>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 02 Aug 2012 08:45:33 PDT</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">Grieving</media:title>
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        <media:credit role="author" scheme="urn:ebu">munchforlunch</media:credit>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ My precious kitty, Munch, passed away this morning.  He died in my husband's arms on the way to the vet.  He wasn't even 7 years old.<br /><br />I don't think I'll be working on anything pony related for a few days. ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>Commission Information</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/Commission-Information-317845492</link>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 29 Jul 2012 23:04:43 PDT</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">Commission Information</media:title>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ Wow, so that little filly Derpy I made has gotten a lot of love!  I decided to make a quick post to cover my pricing so everyone who might be interested in a commission can see.<br /><br />Right now I'm only making fillies and giant ponies.  I want to rework my regular pony pattern before I take any commissions for those.  I also plan on making a beanie baby type pattern in the near future.<br /><br />PRICING:<br />Fillies: $80-$175  <br />This gets you a minky filly with embroidered eyes and without a cutie mark.  Simple ponies like Derpy are $80.  Ponies with more intricate hair styles, more mane colors, etc. are more.  An example would be Twilight Sparkle: she would  ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>Giveaway winners!</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/Giveaway-winners-316499812</link>
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                <pubDate>Mon, 23 Jul 2012 10:48:25 PDT</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">Giveaway winners!</media:title>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ So technically I'm waiting on my advisor for some last minute details before I can actually submit my final thesis to the graduate school, but close enough.  I used http://www.random.org/ to pull two names.  The first name was drawn, as promised, from people who were watching me before the giveaway was announced.  The second name was drawn from the full pool of 121 people.<br /><br />Ready for the winners?<br /><br />Congrats to<br />:iconwayne90: :devwayne90:! He chose a filly derpy!<br />:icontempestadora: :devtempestadora:!  (she was actually my second watcher EVER!)  She chose a custom pony similar to Fluttershy, but with dark purple hair.<br /><br />Both of you have 48 hours ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>SUCCESS!</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/SUCCESS-316028846</link>
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                <pubDate>Sat, 21 Jul 2012 00:01:49 PDT</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">SUCCESS!</media:title>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ I am now a MASTER!  Of what, you ask?<br /><br />OF JEDI POWERS!<br /><br />*humph* I wish.  But I did defend my master's thesis today and passed.  I have revisions to work on this weekend that are due on Monday.  Just thought I'd share the great news before the giveaway.<br /><br />Missed the post about the giveaway?  Check it out here! http://fav.me/d57nzzj  Just watch me here on Deviantart to have a chance to win a pony plush made by me.<br /><br />Also, everyone please give a big "THANK YOU" to :iconstronhiem: who has graciously volunteered to pay for shipping for BOTH winners!  Talk about generous! ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>Giveaway rules: Official!!</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/Giveaway-rules-Official-315207919</link>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 17 Jul 2012 01:59:09 PDT</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">Giveaway rules: Official!!</media:title>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ Here are the final rules and policies I will have for my giveaway.<br /><br />1. Anyone who is a watcher is automatically entered!  Anyone who started watching me before, say, July 3rd will be entered into an additional entry.  This means I will be drawing TWO NAMES and giving away TWO PONIES. <br />2. Names will be drawn on Monday, July 23rd, after I have submitted my thesis to the graduate school.  Wooo!  That's half the reason for this celebration anyways!  The other half being you guys are awesome.  Winners will by posted in a journal entry AND sent a note through DA.  Winners will have two (2) days to contact me or a new name will be drawn.<br />3. Winner ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>GIVEAWAY!!!</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/GIVEAWAY-314783727</link>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 15 Jul 2012 00:13:38 PDT</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">GIVEAWAY!!!</media:title>
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        <media:credit role="author" scheme="urn:ebu">munchforlunch</media:credit>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ Everyone likes free things, right?  And what's not to love about a free PONY?!<br /><br />I finally have a thesis deadline down for real (crosses fingers, but it should be really real this time) on July 23.  This means that after that date, I will finally be able to do my giveaway!  To be entered, all you have to do is click the "watch" button.  Of course, I've heard contests create interest, so as a bonus to all those folks who have been with me before the contest was announced, you will all get an extra entry!<br /><br />The giveaway will be for a plush minky pony.  I'm thinking the options will be pretty wide open, as I should have fabric on-hand for the "man ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>I'm back!</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/I-m-back-312325113</link>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 03 Jul 2012 10:33:23 PDT</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">I'm back!</media:title>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ My husband and I went to visit his family in Chicago, and we just got back last night.  Hence the lack of ponies.  I'm really looking forward to getting back to sewing; I rather missed it.<br /><br />Unfortunately, I was supposed to defend my thesis today, but it has been delayed.  This means I won't be graduating when expected.  I'm planning on finishing my two current commissions, and then doing my pre- post-thesis give away!  Yeah, that's not confusing at all...<br /><br />Since I know that starting a contest means more publicity, there will be an incentive to all you folks who started watching before the contest.  I'm planning on giving out two ponies (and h ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>50 Watchers and a Giveaway?</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/50-Watchers-and-a-Giveaway-302521874</link>
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                <pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2012 13:18:17 PDT</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">50 Watchers and a Giveaway?</media:title>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ Wow, so I just noticed I hit 50 watchers due in large part to the popularity of my giant stuffed ponies.  I would love to do a giveaway with a random drawing to my watchers.<br /><br />So, this giveaway will have to be a post-thesis celebration, as I wouldn't feel right making any winner wait for over a month while I tear my hair out trying to graduate.  What would people be most interested in winning?  A regular pony of your choice?  The main characters?  A filly?  Princess?  GIANT pony?  Something new?  Or I'm working on developing a mid-size floppy super huggable pony pattern too.<br /><br />Drop me a comment on what you folks would like to win.   After all,  ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>Next Project!</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/Next-Project-299207159</link>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 29 Apr 2012 20:32:26 PDT</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">Next Project!</media:title>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ So, I don't have any commissions lined up after the giant Trixie, so I was wondering if anyone had any votes on what I should do next?  I was thinking...<br /><br />Shining Armor (in armor)<br />Queen Chrysalis<br />Nightmare Moon<br />a tall Princess Celestia<br /><br />Any ideas?  Votes?  Also Luna is up on eBay for one more day! http://www.ebay.com/itm/300701770443?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1586.l2649 ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>Update</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/Update-298221555</link>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 24 Apr 2012 13:41:58 PDT</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">Update</media:title>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ I have a terrible splitting migraine today.  Unfortunately that means I won't get to start on my giant commissioned Trixie unless I start to feel better.  However, Season 2 Princess Luna is almost done so I've been fiddling with little details.  It's about all I'm up to.<br /><br />If anyone else has ideas for simple fiddly things, or just wants to chat or something, let me know.<br /><br />EDIT: going to bed for now. ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>Commissions!</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/Commissions-296317043</link>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 15 Apr 2012 16:26:11 PDT</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">Commissions!</media:title>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ I am so excited today, not only did I recently finish a set of fillies on commission and sold Princess Platinum on eBay, I'm currently working on a 2' Pinkie Pie.  She's also a commission and the first time I have worked with minky.  It's actually almost exactly the same as the velour I've been using, just with a slightly longer pile and a touch softer.  I also just got a commission for another 2' pony, which is gonna be AWESOME.<br /><br />Anyways, I'm loving this trickle of commissions.  I want to thank everyone who's bid or bought ponies from me.  It has funded my sewing machine, kept me sane as I'm trying to finish my dissertation, and given me a l ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>Raising money</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/Raising-money-292858706</link>
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                <pubDate>Wed, 28 Mar 2012 18:17:23 PDT</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">Raising money</media:title>
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                <media:category label="Personal">journals/personal</media:category>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ Hey folks, it looks like there may be unexpected large bills in my future, including a vet trip for my cat and some car repairs.  Since I'm still paycheck-less, I've decided to sell off some jewelry I own that I don't wear.  I'm uploaded a picture of all the items to my scrapbook http://fav.me/d4ucyie<br /><br />Descriptions and prices are in the image.  I will charge only exact shipping costs and take paypal, checks or cash.  With the exception of one pendant, they are all REAL gold, they are stamped and guaranteed for real.  The engagement ring is the nicest of the lot, and center marquise diamond is eye-clear and near white in color.  I also have je ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>Change of Pace</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/Change-of-Pace-292133754</link>
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                <pubDate>Sat, 24 Mar 2012 17:53:38 PDT</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">Change of Pace</media:title>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ I'll still be working on some commissioned ponies, and maybe the odder character or two (butterfly wings Rarity, or maybe a Celestia) but because this is my hobby I need to keep it interesting.  I'm going to try and wing a very complicated dragon pattern, which hopefully will be a present for my sister come her birthday.<br /><br />Anyways, I welcome suggestions for creative, odd, challenging things to make.  Most of my pleasure comes from the puzzle of making new patterns and shapes, which is probably why the ponies are getting a little boring. ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>Embroidery</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/Embroidery-288861414</link>
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                <pubDate>Mon, 05 Mar 2012 21:21:58 PST</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">Embroidery</media:title>
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        <media:credit role="author" scheme="urn:ebu">munchforlunch</media:credit>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ How long have I had my Brother SE400?  I don't know, but it is AWESOME!!  To all those people out there who recommended it, http://ethepony.deviantart.com/, http://ravenhedgehog.deviantart.com/, and more, thank you!<br /><br />In any case, if anyone has questions about the software and wants to start a support group or exchange digitized designs, let me know/note me!  They're tough to get right and I and several others have run into some snags.<br /><br />I'm also in the process of embroidering my first pony!  I'll be uploading a sneak peak in a few minutes.<br /><br />Don't forget, I'm selling a pony pattern on Etsy: http://www.etsy.com/shop/munchforlunch and I have Dari ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>Ponies</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/Ponies-287006655</link>
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                <pubDate>Fri, 24 Feb 2012 20:55:10 PST</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">Ponies</media:title>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ Here's my current list of ponies I'm working on, as well as the list I really want to get to.<br /><br />In Progress:<br />Daring Do (missing only her hat)<br />Ninja Dash - 70% done<br /><br />To Do:<br />Rarity with butterfly wings<br />Spa sisters<br />Luna - tall<br />beanie pattern<br /><br />If anyone has any suggestions or things they'd like to see, or commissions, feel free to comment or note me! ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>The importance of advertising</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/The-importance-of-advertising-285616312</link>
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                <pubDate>Fri, 17 Feb 2012 14:22:08 PST</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">The importance of advertising</media:title>
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        <media:credit role="author" scheme="urn:ebu">munchforlunch</media:credit>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ Yesterday I learned a very important lesson.  If you're offering something for sale, you need to advertise.  The biggest difference between those who sell their product for a lot of money and those that don't? (Besides quality, I mean)  It's number of views.<br /><br />I had spent a lot of time putting together a pattern to make ponies from My Little Pony. (Check it out! http://www.etsy.com/shop/munchforlunch) There were no commercially available patterns, and the few free patterns available had obvious flaws.  Based on what I observed with Toothless from How To Train Your Dragon, a market was there. Hasbro released very poor quality plush, the show wa ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>EEEEEEEEEEP!</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/EEEEEEEEEEP-285157294</link>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2012 19:27:01 PST</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">EEEEEEEEEEP!</media:title>
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        <media:credit role="author" scheme="urn:ebu">munchforlunch</media:credit>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ My sewing machine came in!!!  I want to thank everyone who's given me so much support, advice, and who have bought my plush.  I can finally sew without hand-cranking my machine.  I still have a rather large callus on my fingers, but oh well.<br /><br />I bought a Brother SE400 combo sewing/embroidery machine, based on a lot of reviews and some recommendations.  So far I am enjoying it very much!  I've never used anything but older, simpler machines, so many of its features amaze me.  I'm currently trying to figure out how to make my own embroidery designs so I can improve my plushies even more.<br /><br />Also, I have some super exciting My Little Pony plush in  ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>Minky fabric - need help!</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/Minky-fabric-need-help-283684442</link>
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                <pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:40:40 PST</pubDate>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ Hey everyone, I could really use some advice.  I know most people on here use minky for their high-end plush.  I would like to work with this stuff, however doing some internet searching tells me there's only about half a dozen types of minky out there.<br /><br />What is the difference?  There's minky, minky fleece, cuddle minky, single and double sided minky...  Does anyone have personal experience in the differences?  What seems to be the popular choice?  Is there a particular vendor you like and/or has good prices and selection?<br /><br />Granted, I'm very happy with what my local store calls "velour" - a short, dense, soft fur type material - but they only ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>MLP Fillies!</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/MLP-Fillies-282644195</link>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:49:22 PST</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">MLP Fillies!</media:title>
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        <media:credit role="author" scheme="urn:ebu">munchforlunch</media:credit>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ I am starting the new sewing machine fund in earnest.  Why?  Because the motor on my current one is shot.  How have I been cranking out these plushies then, you ask?  By cranking, quite literally.  I've disengaged the drive shaft of the machine from the motor (you know the knob on the far right of the machine you can use to advance the stitch, right?) and I manually crank that.  A thousand times.<br /><br />Both my index and middle finger pad on my right had are blistered through.  Even a padded glove doesn't help anymore.<br /><br />SO...  clearly the answer is making more plushies, eh?  I love my little filly pattern, it only needs about two tweaks to be compl ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>Sewing Machine</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/Sewing-Machine-282063432</link>
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                <pubDate>Sat, 28 Jan 2012 18:03:47 PST</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">Sewing Machine</media:title>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ So my sewing machine is broke.  I've taken it apart and near as I can tell the motor is shot.  Yes I've still been making plush; you don't want to know what I've had to do to get this far.<br /><br />I really want a new sewing machine.  Does anyone have any suggestions for a relatively simple machine that isn't super expensive, but is really sturdy and will last?  Also, I'm really starting to wish I had embroidery abilities, but most of the embroidery machines seem to be in the $2000 range.  Anyone with suggestions?<br /><br />Also, I've made a Princess Celestia/Luna pattern, and I'm really excited to try it out!  Stay tuned! ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>Commisions/Etsy/Patterns</title>
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                <pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 19:19:03 PST</pubDate>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ Due to my current paycheck-less state (but not jobless, long story), I've been giving a lot of thought to selling various crafts either on Etsy or as commissions here.  Before I sink any money into materials and listings, or my time, I was hoping to get some feedback.<br /><br />Would anyone here be interested in purchasing any of these things?<br />1.  Upcycled 100% cashmere scarf, with or without needle-felted designs on the ends<br />2.  My Little Pony plushies, either standing or as beanie babies (laying down)<br />3.  Sleepy sheep!<br />4.  Patterns (with or without directions) for plush, such as sleepy sheep or MLP plush<br />5.  Intricately detailed COSTUMED ponies ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>They're here!</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/They-re-here-265099997</link>
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                <pubDate>Mon, 24 Oct 2011 12:56:23 PDT</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">They're here!</media:title>
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        <media:credit role="author" scheme="urn:ebu">munchforlunch</media:credit>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ My neodymium magnets finally arrived!  I've been waiting for them for weeks.  They're perfect; they hold together even with two or three layers of polar fleece between them.<br /><br />These magnets are for a fully customizable stuffed Kirby for my husband.  The magnets will mean he can change the hats and weapons whenever he wants, without needing a pile of Kirbies!  He requested Beam first, and I've got the prototype hat almost done.  YAY! ]]></media:text>            
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                <title>Horse Plush Ideas?</title>
                <link>http://munchforlunch.deviantart.com/journal/Horse-Plush-Ideas-262261032</link>
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                <pubDate>Fri, 07 Oct 2011 20:48:16 PDT</pubDate>
                        <media:title type="plain">Horse Plush Ideas?</media:title>
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        <media:text type="html"><![CDATA[ Since I made my black Halloween horse I've been so excited to make another horse using the same pattern.  I was thinking of a unicorn or pegasus, or maybe some sort of fire horse like one that would pull Apollo's chariot.  Does anyone have any ideas or suggestions?  The horse was just so easy and cute and fun, I want a whole herd of them now! ]]></media:text>            
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