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MoonYen MoonYen
MoonYen is probably one of the most reconisable plushie makers on dA. Her adorable little bunnies can be found hopping around the Artisan Crafts Gallery making the place look adorable.
In this article we will ask her some questions about her art and her new adventure - a little baby moonyen!
My first question is, as always, about your username. What made you choose Moonyen?
My user name, MoonYen, is my Chinese name. I picked it because I'm not very original with titles.
How did you discover deviantART? Do you think that your fanbase here has helped you succeed with making/selling toys?
I found out about deviantARt from Serena Valentino, who recommended the site to me. I wouldn't say I have a fanbase. That seems to imply a certain level of success, which I don't feel I've obtained.
You make a lot of little bunny friends, have they always been a passion? Have you any real life buns?
The first original design I made was a Moon Bun. It was a gift for a friend over the holidays while I was unemployed and homeless. I enjoy making them. They make me smile.
I do have a house rabbit. His name is Duncan.
Making and selling Moonbuns is your living - what advice would you give to someone who is thinking about starting their own arty/crafty business?
As advice, I'd have to say, pick something original you will enjoy and love doing everyday. Don't listen to people who are telling you are doing it wrong. Follow your heart and keep pushing.
this dev is the most popular in your gallery. Do you have your own favourite piece?
Looking back on my art, I always see the flaws and points where I need to improve. I've only kept two pieces, being a Robert Smith Moon Bun and a Azuki-arai Moon Bun.
What gives you inspiration to design all these lovely things? Do you make what you like, or what you think would sell? Or have a balance of them both?
I'm usually inspired by things I love, movies, books, history, etc. If I do make something just because I think it will sell, I feel it reflects very poorly in the art.
How do you think you have improved since you started making your creations? Can you see the change in your work?
I've gotten marginally better with crocheting and even know some of the terms. However I have a very long way to go.
If you are ever having a low day, how do you bring yourself back around to being positive about your work?
If I'm feeling badly about my work, I keep working, mostly because I can't afford to take a day off. If I could take a break, I would likely work on another craft, because I am unable to not work.
Do you have any advice for people starting out with amigurumi/crochet etc?
Keep trying. Most people message me and tell me they wish they could do what I do. I can only create my art, because I didn't give up and I kept working.
You are expecting your very own bun soon, will you be making a baby sized moonbun suit and putting the little one in it?
I may make clothing for my child if I have a chance to stop working.
Thank you MoonYen! Good luck with the little one!
My child swears.
Hey. How’s it going?
I’d say life is busy but that’s a lie. It’s just exhausting. By the time I’ve sorted Screamy out and sat down I’m too knackered to create or browse online. I just end up reading nosleep stories on Reddit or doing quizzes to see what sort of bread I am!
What hat exciting things are happening in your real life and/or dA life?
How is 2018 treating you? I’m kinda surprised that America isn’t a pile of smouldering ashes yet. Soon. Soon.
And yes. The child has picked up some swear words. Hearing “get off me you fucking bugger!” Coming from a three year old is both
Hello strangers. Updates and my two cents....
Hey Deviants, how's it going? Life, the baby and not having a decent desk keep me away from the Internet. I need like ten hours more in a day so I can browse dA and sleep more.
So I turned thirty in October. Sob. I feel like a fifteen year old boy still!!
Sad news - my tortoise passed away. :(
Got two new tattoos. One of Marceline from Adventure Time and this amazing fox - :thumb665524159:
My child, Scream, turned two. He is an amazing little man now, even if he takes up all my time. Had his two year checkup and he aced it. He likes to draw so he might have an account in a few years!
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And with the whole
I got a tattoo! Updates ahoy.
Hello Deviants! How's it going? Long time no see. My child takes up all my time.
ALL MY TIME. Aren't these things meant to sleep at some point?!
Anyway.
AAAAGES AGO. Seriously. So long ago this happened -
I saw this by HenarTorinos (https://www.deviantart.com/henartorinos) which is one of my all time favourite pieces on the site.
So I commissioned a tattoo design.
Then I never got it done as I am a huge wimp and scared of pain and piercings and veins and needles.
Then I gave birth and thought "I CAN DO ANYTHING".
So I went and got it done. :)
Joy. I didn't cry, vomit, punch the tattooist or run away! Success.
Scream is doing brilliantly. He is nine months now.Currentl
Anyone out there?
Hey guys! How's it going? Not been on for AGES but small Scream just takes up all my time so I basically do NOTHING.
How are you all?
I am okay apart from having no time to do anything! I miss you guys. ;_;
But I have this gorgeous man -
- so its not all bad!
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:peace:
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I am such a fan! (have 3 of my own moonbuns ) Awesome interview!