fREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • Where do you buy your materials?
    • Foam: Joann fabrics
    • Fur: HowlFabric, fursuitsupplies, BigZFabrics
    • Minky, fleece, and neoprene: BigZFabrics and HowlFabric
    • EVA foam: Tractor Supply
    • Sewing needles, scissors, zippers, thread and other sewing supplies: Wawak
    • Magnets, hot glue, clippers, and almost everything else can be found on Amazon!
  • How are handpaws and armsleeves made?  I loving using the 4-finger paw pattern by Kloofsuits!  They will fit any size hand, but if you have unusually small or large hands, let me know so I can adjust it for you!  Claws are made from neoprene, and pads are usually made with minky.  Paws are lined with breathable cotton fabric with usually neoprene or bias tape cuffs.
  • How are feetpaws made?  These are built similarly to sock paws, on EVA foam.  Similarly to handpaws, they feature minky pads and neoprene claws.  They are lined with quilted broadcloth or neoprene, and I'm working on finding more durable material for outdoor soles!  The fur on the bottoms of outdoor feet will have raw edges, but the top opening is cuffed with minky, fleece, or neoprene.  Feetpaws are plantigrade by default, but digitigrade feet can be discussed!
  • How are heads made?  I custom build every base using upholstery foam and line them with neoprene fabric.  Jaws are only static at this time.  Eyes are 2D with hand painted vinyl aida, while noses and tongues are usually made out of minky!  Teeth are made with white neoprene and are thread sculpted.  Eyelids are magnetic and tongues have velcro.
  • How do I get a quote?  I only announce on Twitter whenever quotes are being accepted!
  • Can I provide you with a head base that I made or bought?  Similarly: Will you refurbish heads made by others?  Not at this time
  • Will you make repairs?  See my Terms for repairs on commissions!  If you want me to repair a suit made by someone else, there will be a fee and make sure you get your maker's permission first.
  • Will you make full suits?  Not at this time, but hopefully in the future!  I currently have a very small workspace that would impede large projects like bodysuits.
  • For how long have you been making fursuits?  I made my first head in late 2015 and I took my first commission in 2019!
  • How long will it take you to complete my suit?  I'll give estimated completion ranges during opening announcements!
  • What kinds of characters do you prefer to work on?  Canines, felines, mustelids, and bears are my current comfort zone!  I'm less likely to accept commission requests for reptiles, aquatic creatures, dragons, or unusual species.  I don't prefer characters with very small, complex markings or clashing colors.
  • Why didn't you reply to my message?  I have social anxiety and it's often difficult to respond to everyone across all social media.  Please forgive me if I'm slow to reply at times!  I love sending updates/WIPs to commissioners, so it shouldn't be a big issue in this process.
  • What's the inspiration behind the name "Alpha Lyncis"?  It's the name of the brightest star in the constellation Lynx!