06/03/2023
It really saddens me that I have to write this post as it's not something that's come easy to me.
The page is now closed due to a variety of reasons beginning last summer. I hate that I have to do this but I'm beyond fed up being accused of lying or making excuses when my life in the last year totally fell apart, closing the business wasn't an easy decision. And now I'm getting bother for trying to piece things together again. I don't feel I should have to explain myself but some of the downright harassment and bullying I've received recently is just simply not on. I've been told there are pictures of me in circulation which suggests only that I am starting to look after myself better and I won't apologise for that.
Like who would willingly give up a thriving business unless there was genuine problems?
Ok so what set the ball rolling early last year was the dramatic cost rise of both resin and diesel. Meaning that earlier orders I'd taken were no longer breaking even let alone making any profit. Not only this but was the resin causing me regular bad skin reactions which have taken some time to heal. And every time I go near it I have a reaction.
Most importantly though as a result of all of this, a toxic relationship, and my own failing health my mental health took a nose dive which led to an attempt on my own life towards the end of 2022.
That's my personal business and I hate that I have to admit that so publicly but if that's what it takes to show I'm an honest human being then so be it.
I have not advertised or taken any orders since last year, and the only way I'll ever be selling my art again is things that I have already created for my enjoyment and decide to sell.
Everyone who has not already been refunded will be in due course. Bare in mind I am now a single parent in different and more challenging circumstances therefore most have agreed to stagger the payments and many have already been paid in full as I am absolutely inundated with messages (apologies to anyone who has been missed along the way- some days I just cant look at them because it gives me a panic attack). Like most people I'm on limited means and I can't just drop a large amount at short notice.
I have now gone into other work simply to afford to repay my dues to people, while still having to run a house and raise a child. But for the sake of my mental health I cannot return to work that causes me such stress and anxiety.
To those who have been patient, I sincerely appreciate it and wish that everyone had the same empathy.
To those who have no empathy. Imagine your life fell apart and people still demanded of you. I am one person and I'm trying my best.
Thanks to everyone for all the orders over the years. I'll someday return but in a different capacity. My priority now is building a new life and becoming a healthier, happier person.
Love and Light ❤️
Charlotte xx
