iiinova — where your digital self keeps evolving

C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 26/04/2025

Three shows in May the first of which is …….

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

I draw because I can and because sometimes a thing tickles my brain and I have to draw it.

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 02/04/2025

Many many years ago, before I had a kid, before that pregnancy flipped the switch and triggered my body to develop autoimmune disorders and chronic pain… I was a social political activist. The fist fights with nazi wannabes kind. I’ve been injured, stalked, and harassed by bootlickers, racists, 🧵

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

I’m finishing sculpting inventory today. I think I’m going to unlist everything in the the Shopify till the end of May because May is going to be busy busy busy!

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

This is why the cats only get cat nip of the vacuum is going to run soon.

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 31/03/2025

My coworkers consistently display inappropriate pda and sleep on the job🙄🤣 Seriously though, they were being so cute I had to take pictures. #catsofbluesky

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

FanExpo Cleveland was awesome. Now I’m fighting a cold. It’s fine. I did not get into the show I applied to for April so I have a month to make as many monsters as I can because I have 3 shows in May! Alt Street Market, FanExpo Philly, and the Thursday market at Colossal Con.

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 22/03/2025

I knew this weekend would be a struggle. I’m flaring, I’m mostly on my own (think I might have at least a little help tomorrow), then I left the door open when I got home 😱 and this jerk got out.

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

Table A421 at FanExpo Cleveland! Doors open at 1pm❤️

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

Waiting for the loading dock to open! Day 1 FanExpo Cleveland!

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

A little test run of this year’s set up. The monsters are packed, the gear is ready to go into the car Thursday evening, and I can’t wait to set up and see everyone Friday! We’ll be at table A421. I love that the first convention of the year is in my home city. #fanexpocleveland #artistalley

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 15/03/2025

More labs came back. Multiple organ systems are involved. Cool beans. Maybe I’m finally sick enough for a formal diagnosis. There’s still a half dozen tests to go that do not involve bloodwork. My former doctor was sure it’s lupus, I think she was right.

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

I’m not feeling great today so I made a comfy nest using the inflatable mattress, blankets, and pillows. This is where I’m working. I had new labs run yesterday and once again there’s wonky shit going on.

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

I am lucky in that I rarely experience the “hate my art” thing so many go through. Once I paint them and get them finished they become this little creature and it’s like “Oh, hello, it’s nice to meet you”

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

Watching my kid grow up with lifelong friends makes me miss my own friends group from when I was this age. It’s his 18th birthday party. 3 of the boys in this picture I’ve known since they were in elementary school. I couldn’t pick better friends for him if I tried.

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Also I won at parenting, kid loved his birthday gift so much he called me a GOAT on his TikTok account.

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Last of the batch. I’ll be sewing these tomorrow. Initially I thought I’d go straight to cutting the next batch….. but hand stitching can be tedious so I’m going to sculpt monster faces before I cut more fabric.

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

This is my favorite picture from when Jon was a baby. That tiny baby is now 6’2” and 18 years old. He still loves dinosaurs, sharks, and Godzilla.

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

Sewing, so much sewing. My coworkers refuse to do anything but nap while I work.

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

Sewing sewing sewing. This is my office today.

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

The oldest cat baby Princess Fiona and her witch eye. That scared eye is what made her stand out at the rescue.

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

Sullivan, awake and asleep ❤️ yes he has thumbs.

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

Maggatha Christie needs scritchies and compliments every morning.

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

I cut a ton of Dreamon bodies. The plan is to have monster parts ready to go which will make it easier to keep up on inventory between shows. The adorable bag I’m using for storing things in progress my sister gave me.

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 01/03/2025

I’m sure there are goodies and dietitians out there. I can’t drink hot chocolate without getting sick(lactose intolerant) I miss it. What’s a good replacement?

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 01/03/2025

I cleaned my house, I cleaned up and organized my studio, I used my new label printer to pack orders,I made cookies and egg bites. Laundry is nearly finished. It’s ok to chill out now right?

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 28/02/2025

Bad news first.3 packages I sent last week came back with damaged labels. Shipping is delayed because my printer is a horrible bitch. Good news, the new label printer will be here today so everything is heading out tomorrow. AND I got new boxes for shows and I can’t even with how perfect they are!

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

Wishing Stars are now available for adoption in my Shopify! #cmmanfredisemporiumofwonders

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

Today I get to drive 50 minutes away to drop off paperwork at the autism clinic because for some reason every email I send them with attachments kicks back to me. Frustratingly thanks to the Republicans, third party voters & non voters….he may lose access 1/1

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 22/02/2025

I’m 12 hours in on hand stitching monster bodies.

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

I have a year of shows lined up starting in March. I know there’s a lot going on. All of it designed to paralyze us with fear. I’m going to keep making joy, I’m going to keep using bright riotous colors, I’m going to grow things, and care for things. ⬇️

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

If they do what they say they want to do I may have to plant my sapling in a different country. I don’t know how to navigate that. I gave so many things to worry about that I can’t keep track of here and now things.

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

Sooooo, in typical me fashion I forgot to pay for garbage pickup. I have no actual income until the end of March. I need to drum up $400. Honestly it’s $400 a year which isn’t terrible, I just out of sight out of mind it literally every year….thanks brain. It’s not typically a problem because ⬇️

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

I have nothing to share so enjoy 1 Magatha Christie as she tries to decide if she wants her first nap for the day.

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

I got into artist alley at G-Fest soooo I’m working on Mothra and Godzilla designs that will exclusively be available at G-Fest.

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 07/02/2025

My printer is finally fixed and my shipping labels will be here sometime today. Every order is getting packed and heading to the post office tomorrow am turns out hp printers are no longer compatible with off brand cartridges. I’m about due for a new printer and I will NOT be getting another hp.

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 03/02/2025

That feeling when you get a cute recipe box with cute recipe cards and then remember you write like a kindergartner with poor hand eye coordination. Hopefully one of my local friends can give me an assist 🫤

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 01/02/2025

I’m staying up late because ALL the new monsters and creatures officially go up for adoption at midnight tonight (eastern standard time)

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

I forgot how cute my small spiders are!!!! She is finished! Meet Gertrude ❤️

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

This is a new behavior for this particular cat. I’m not mad about it. Normally it’s my Sullivan.

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

What does a typical day look like for me? I’m up by 6am to get my kid up for school and make sure he eats before leaving. I tidy up the house. I get my coffee and cut fabric (if it’s necessary) if not I just quietly drink my coffee. After coffee it’s a shower.

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

Cutting fabric for a small spider today.

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C. M. Manfredi @cmmanfredi.bsky.social · 27/01/2025

Post 1. All these monsters will be up for adoption February 1st.

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