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Project Update: Shipping Update: Your rewards are on the way!
THANK YOU for getting your surveys filled out so quickly! Almost all rewards have been packaged and are in transit. There is only one package outstanding and that's because the backer hasn't filled out their survey yet. I think most of your packages will arrive before the Christmas holiday, but they're in the hands of the United States Postal Service so that's now out of my control. If you have any issues with your order once it arrives, please reach out to me and let me know.
This was the first time Backerkit has offered a "ready to ship" market like this and I feel like things ran as smoothly as they could. I plan on participating again if they offer events in this format in the future.
Warm winter wishes,
Max
15+ projects backed in 2025
20+ projects backed in 2026
Project Update: Surveys are out!
All surveys have been sent out to backers! If there are any issues with your survey please let me know ASAP. Your card will be charged immediately and your address will be locked shortly after you submit your survey. I'll be working as quickly as possible for holiday fulfillment and my goal is get to items out within one week of survey submission.
I will be traveling to attend Anime Weekend Atlanta and see family for the holidays. If you submit your survey after December 16th your items will not ship until January 2025.
Thank you for supporting my small businesses and human artists this holiday season!
Warm wishes,
Max
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20+ projects backed in 2026
Project Update: The pop-up market is closing soon, don't miss out on holiday gifts!
Backerkit's Holiday Market event will be winding down in a few days, so it's your last chance to shop my virtual pop-up shop! There are still plenty of discounted enamel pins, grab bags, and handmade stained glass décor and accessories left to choose from.
FLASH SALE: 40% off select enamel pins
STILL AVALIBLE: Handmade Stained Glass Pieces
Thank you for supporting small creators this holiday season!
Max
15+ projects backed in 2025
20+ projects backed in 2026
Project Update: Market restock... and 40% off select enamel pins!
I hope my US followers are enjoying their Thanksgiving break. I've spent the day crafting and working on adding some more items to my virtual pop-up in Backerkit's Holiday Market - including a flash sale with 40% off select enamel pins! I've also "hidden" some of the sold out items and will re-add them during the pledge manager if they become available again.
Check out Made by Max Design's Holiday Pop-Up here!
Also a little peek at some of the matchstick mini suncatchers that are currently in progress. These pieces have been cut and ground and I'll be wrapping them in copper foil and soldering them next. The matchsticks have been the most popular stained glass mystery grab bag design so far and there are still a few left!
Wishing you all a safe and happy holiday!
Max
15+ projects backed in 2025
20+ projects backed in 2026
Project Update: Welcome to the Holiday Pop-Up!
I'm excited to announce that my virtual pop-up for the Holiday Market is now open! I may be adding some additional items throughout the campaign and will share an update if that happens.
A few reminders...
- Back in the first 48 hours to get a FREE random acrylic pin! No other purchase required, just pay shipping. Returning backers will also get a free random sticker!
- All of the items in this campaign are "ready to ship" and will be sent out within seven days of your survey being completed (with a week long pause during Anime Weekend Atlanta/the Christmas holiday)
- Many of the add-on items are limited quantity or one-of-a-kind. Don't wait too long if you want something or it could be gone!
- Shipping fees will be charged during the pledge manager AFTER the campaign ends. Please check the bottom of the campaign page for shipping prices.
Happy shopping and thank you for supporting me this holiday season!
Max
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