Thank you!!!
over 3 years ago
– Thu, Oct 01, 2020 at 07:51:08 PM
Well, that's a wrap on the Kickstarter portion of this campaign. We are so grateful to all of our backers, and to everyone who shared our project. Just a reminder to everyone to double check your payment information in case of errored pledges. We will notify you once we have a better idea of when we will be sending surveys out. Thank you all so much for the support. Stay tuned for further updates!
Under 24 hrs!
over 3 years ago
– Thu, Oct 01, 2020 at 10:25:01 AM
Hi everyone, I wanted to post an update since we are now under the 24 hr mark on this campaign! First of all, I want to thank everyone for your support. It has been a light in this very dark year, and it means the world to me. I wanted to take this time to answer some of the more common questions I have been getting.
What size are the shirts/jackets?
Our apparel is all unisex sizing (aka men’s). I have attached a size chart that will give you guys the chest and length measurements for our garments. Shirts are available in sizes Small up through 3XL, and jackets are available from Extra Small up through 3XL.
Will I be able to choose which sticker sheet I get?
Yes, we will make it so that everyone has the option to choose their sticker sheet. I am plugging away on the art for the last two sheets. The Akimaru sheet is almost done, and here is some of the new art for it:
How do I pledge for an add on/can I choose more than one add on?
Add ons are done by increasing your pledge by the cost of the item, which we have detailed in our add on chart. You can pledge for more than one add on by further increasing your pledge by the cost of the additional items. When we send out surveys, you will get to select which add ons you pledged for.
How will the packages be mailed?
We will be using Backerkit for surveys and shipping. All packages will all have tracking. Single pin and small packages will come in padded envelopes with bubble wrap and backing. All plush and apparel packages will be sent out in boxes.
How does Backerkit work/when will I get my survey?
Backerkit is a fulfillment service that works alongside Kickstarter. You will get a link where you will be able to choose your rewards, as well as any add ons for which you pledged. This is also where you will be able to input your shipping information, which will be changeable until we lock the surveys (which will happen right before your package ships out). We will send out notifications before locking surveys so that people have the opportunity to make sure that their info is up to date. We are planning to start sending out surveys sometime next week, and will update you on their progress. At the moment, we are working on building our Backerkit page.
Will I be able to change my pledge or cancel after the campaign closes?
Unfortunately, once the campaign ends, you won’t be able to change your tier or cancel. Kickstarter will harvest all of the pledges, then hold the funds for two weeks before releasing them to us. They take a percentage fee, so once that happens, we will not be able to refund people, as the money will have begun going towards expenses. We also suggest that people double check payment information for expired credit cards or spelling errors. Errored pledges do happen because of this, and we want to make sure that you all can get your items.
What about the beetle and whale plushies?
We ended up not putting beetle and whale plush into the main campaign because it was fluctuating for a while. We will be putting them in the add on shop on Backerkit though, so you will be able to preorder them there! Note: Fluffy Flood backers will have them included in their package at no extra charge.
Thank you again for your support.
Big Bees Unlocked
over 3 years ago
– Fri, Sep 25, 2020 at 12:01:36 PM
Oh my goodness, we have reached the unlocking of the big bee loaves! I continue to be amazed by the support that I have received for this project. I have added a tier for a single big bee, and another tier for a big bee and a small keychain bee to go with it. Anyone who backs for a big bee, whether in one of the tiers or as an add on will receive a sticker sheet to go with it. I am still finishing up the sticker art for the kitsune plush, and will make the bee stickers once that is done.
There are also some new bee/honey related pins!
For the max tier backers, the two new pins and the mini bee keychain will now come in your box of goodies as well! All items are also now available in the add on shop.
We are at the halfway mark of this Kickstarter now. Initially, I had planned for big bees to be the final unlock, however, I am considering adding an extra tier that will unlock these two mini plush (stag beetle and whale). Would you guys be interested in that?
I've gotten some questions about fulfillment and how we plan to proceed. We intend to use Backerkit for this, and there will be an add on shop available through this service. We will update you on how all of that is going to work once we get closer to the end date. Thank you again for your continued support. It means the world to us.
Late Night Foxy Update!
over 3 years ago
– Mon, Sep 21, 2020 at 09:40:18 PM
Wow. I did not expect this guy to unlock as fast as he did, but I am extremely pleased to announce that Akimaru the Kitsune plush is now available!
This guy is the biggest plush we've ever designed! From the bottom of his feets to the tips of his ears, he measures 16 inches. His three fluffy tails give him considerable mass.
He has so many cute details, like his little shiny nose, and the maple leaf embroidery on his haunches. He has a jingle bell on the front of his collar, and little toe beans on the bottom of his feet.
We are so excited to have the opportunity to release him! Of all the characters we've designed, he has been the second most requested. We worked extra hard to get him to look just the way we wanted.
We've also got fox jackets and shirts to go with the plush! (real jacket photos coming tomorrow)
There are some foxy pin designs to go with the unlock!
And of course, a new ULTIMATE TIER!
This will be the final ultimate tier. Any other items that get unlocked will be purchasable in standalone tiers or as add ons. All of the new items are available in the add on shop as well!
I confess, I am not finished with the sticker sheet. I really did not expect this to unlock as fast as this did. I am working on the rest of the sheet, which I hope to finish soon. Thank you all, again, for your support of this project. The response has been wonderful.
Prickly Purrs Unlocked!
over 3 years ago
– Thu, Sep 10, 2020 at 08:38:36 PM
Thanks for the support everyone! Because of your efforts, we are now able to offer you the chance to order this sassy and spiky plant/cat hybrid. All prickly purr tiers and add ons have been unlocked. Furthermore, the one and three pin tiers now get to choose the Prickly Purr design as one of their options. All Prickly Purr plush backers (including those who purchase one as an add on) will receive the prickly purr sticker sheet. We've also added a new max tier, for those interested in grabbing everything we have to offer in one swoop!
This means we can turn our attention to unlocking the next friend on our list!
Meet Akimaru the baby Kitsune! Because of sales in our online shop/a drop in manufacturing price, we are now able to drop his unlock goal to the $10,000 mark! He would love to become a reality! Again, thank you all for your support. We look forward to seeing how far this project can go!
