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CHOCOLATE SOOP is proud to introduce its collectible vinyl art figure designed by Dacosta Bayley based on the ancient Japanese legend of Daruma, a 5th century monk and the founder of Zen Buddhism. DCTO: Jibun Project (Dreams Come True Object: My Project ) is a modern interpretation of an ancient Japanese Zen doll known as a Daruma doll. This curiously limbless, traditionally red-cloaked figure with unpainted eyes is used for personal dedication to a new venture such as starting a business, beginning a new path in life, or given as a gift for celebrations like New Years, weddings and birthdays. Painting in DCTO’s left eye shows commitment to a goal; once the goal is achieved, you then paint in DCTO’s right eye. DCTO (‘dik-toe’) is designed to right itself when it is knocked over, reflecting the Japanese saying, ‘Nanakorobi yaoki’, "Fall 7 times, rise 8 times”. This reminds us that no matter the number of times we may stumble, those with a persistent heart will rise again to achieve their goals, symbolizing relentless dedication and an undaunted spirit. In a modern, fast-paced world that is becoming increasingly virtual and complex, the DCTO: Jibun Project is a simple, tangible focus point on which to 2 Minute Brainstorming Bio/Inspiration: Born 1966 NJ, Saturday Morning Cartoons, Hanna-Barbera, Kung-Fu (tv show – 1972), 6 Million Dollar Man, Kustom Kars, Spaceships, Robots, Spaghetti Westerns, Ed ‘Big Daddy’ Roth, Planet of the Apes, John Wayne, Model Making, Led Zepplin, Maverick (James G. not Will S.), Sketchbooks, Columbo, Rockford Files, 70′s Fusion, Texas, Graffiti, Skateboards, Punk Rock, 4 Years in the US ARMY, M1A1 Tank Commander, Friedberg Germany, Sign Painting, Drumming, College, Marriage, House, My Son, Knife Throwing, Skate Rock, Anything with Toshiro Mifune, J6Studios.com, Coffee, My Daughter, Rusted Machinery, Logos, Design etc...