more in the post, but a bit:
mintlodica was something I took on to spend time on what I enjoyed doing. however, it turns out that running a business is 99% not creative work.
also, when forced to stay within the same medium and aesthetic, i've learned that the creativity also became work. keycap design no longer brings any enjoyment.
my birthday gift to myself this year is officially closing this chapter. 10% off your next order: https://mintlodica.com/discount/HAPPYBDAY ends 10/22. (hence the code's name :)