Quirkory
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6 months ago
Project Update: Status Update: Still in Waiting Mode, But Pushing Forward— Small Progress Behind the Scenes
Hi everyone 💌
We wanted to share a small update, even if we still don’t have any major breakthrough to announce just yet.
We know it’s been 23 days since our last detailed post, and even though we’re still in this painful waiting mode, it felt important to check in.
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We wanted to share a small update, even if we still don’t have any major breakthrough to announce just yet.
We know it’s been 23 days since our last detailed post, and even though we’re still in this painful waiting mode, it felt important to check in.
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🇺🇸 The US shipping block is still active
As of today, all shipping couriers have removed every DDU (unpaid customs) method to the US, which means we physically cannot ship anything there — not even if we wanted to. So we’re still unable to reopen our shops or campaign fulfillment for the US.
We’re waiting for updates from them, and in the meantime we’re actively discussing alternative solutions with several fulfillment centers to understand what options we may have. There are still many logistical and financial variables that need to align~
It’s a frustrating and delicate situation, with many moving pieces and still no clear answers yet.
The uncertainty is weighing on us heavily.
With our US audience making up the vast majority of our community, this standstill is slowly suffocating our ability to stay afloat.
Bills, rent, taxes, fixed costs — they keep coming, but we don’t have our usual flow of income to rely on.
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🧠 Mental health, burnout & real-life struggles
We’ll be honest: this whole situation is taking a huge toll on our mental health and sense of direction.
We’ve been in survival mode for so long that even the idea of resting has started to feel like a luxury — and yet, our minds and bodies are asking (screaming?) for a real break.
We wanted to work on new digital content and launches during this period, and we still plan to… but right now, we’re simply exhausted.
We just hope we’ll be able to take a real break.
It’s hard to truly disconnect when your mind is racing, the pressure never stops, and even family dynamics at home keep us on edge 24/7 😅
We’re trying — but rest doesn’t come easy when you're this burned out.
That said, we’re taking small steps toward recovery.
We hope that, after a short but honest pause, we’ll return with more strength and clarity — and keep building what we love.
We know that talking about our personal situation, our burnout and mental health might feel heavy or “too much” for some — but we believe it’s important to be open about it. If we’re going to build something real, it has to include the reality of how hard things can also get.
These kind of struggles are real, and they affect so many people in silence. We choose to speak about them openly, because they matter — and because pretending everything is fine when it’s not, helps no one.
These kind of struggles are real, and they affect so many people in silence. We choose to speak about them openly, because they matter — and because pretending everything is fine when it’s not, helps no one.
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Behind the scenes, we’re continuing to finalize various plush samples and complete production work that was already in progress — pushing forward wherever we can.
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🐮 Spooky Cowstumes update 🖤
Yes, the Spooky Cowstumes plushie campaign is still happening! 🎃
We’ve simply postponed the launch due to all that’s been going on — but we’re 100% committed to making it happen (and we think you’ll love what’s coming 👀💀✨).
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🐉 Delidragons: new production batch results incoming!
Now for some much-needed good news!!
A fresh new batch of Delidragons pins is well underway, and we’re thrilled to show you some of the latest production shots!
📸 In the photos below, you can see the raw metal molds for some of the upcoming designs — including a few crowd favorites. They already look adorable even in "silver" and unfilled! 🥹😆💖
The manu let us know that these photos were actually taken some time ago, and that the pins are already much further along now — almost at the screenprint phase!
We’re expecting to receive updated photos of the nearly completed pins in just a few days, and we cannot wait to share those with you as soon as they arrive! 🐉✨
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💕 A heartfelt thank you
We also want to take a moment to say thank you — deeply — for all the kind messages, comments, and words of support you’ve been sending us across platforms.
We’ve seen them. We’ve read them. And they truly mean the world to us. 🖤
Even if we haven’t replied to everyone yet (our energy is still recovering), we haven’t forgotten you — and we absolutely intend to reply to each message/comment as soon as we can.
If you asked us questions: we’ll do our best to get back to you soon. If you just sent love: we felt it.
💌 Stay tuned
That’s all for now — just a small update to keep you in the loop and remind you that we’re still here, still trying, still believing.
Again, thank you so much for your patience, kindness, and encouragement.
It’s not easy to keep moving forward in moments like this, but knowing you’re with us makes all the difference.
We’ll be back with another update as soon as we have more to share!
We also plan to share new updates on our other campaigns soon — just as soon as we catch our breath. Thank you again for your patience 💜
Until then… stay safe, and stay quirky. ✨
With love,
Inari & Mako🐉
The Quirkory Team~
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