I am just here to say a thank you to everyone who has supported this dream project I've held in my heart for so many years. Please stick around for all updates, production progress, other LittleSofts project, and more ideas for the future. Thank you so so so SO SO SO SOOOO much for such a crazy wild ride this leap year!!
TWELVE HOURS TO GO--THE FINAL DAY!! AND...MORE PROTOTYPES!!!!
6 months ago
– Thu, Feb 29, 2024 at 08:00:03 AM
TWELVE HOURS UNTIL IT ENDS!!!! Though I believe if a BackerTrain begins it will extend longer....let's see!!
THANK YOU THANK YOU EVERYONE!!!!!!!!! THIS HAS BEEN A REALLY WHIRLWIND EXPIERIENCE AND.... I don't know what to say except let's keep having fun once it's over as the backpacks, plush and pins get produced and begin arriving to everyone!!!!
WE HAVE PROTOTYPES!
These are SUPER rough, SHAPE confirmation only sample plush made with scrap fabric, no embroidery etc, but you can get a pretty good idea of how they will look! I photoshopped in some details to give a better idea. Don't worry-- finished backpacks will be the correct colors and with nice details. We should see more finalized prototypes in the next few weeks...!
I am still shocked and stunned and amazed at how big it got?! I AM SO GLAD YOU LIKE MY LITTLE GUYS!!!!!!!
For the last two days, I have two special updates!! Today's special update is....well!! WE HAVE A BEANBUDS PROTOTYPE!!!!!
This is a prototype and there will be minor changes made, but it is 95% the final shape and look of them, and I am SO SO SO HAPPY and thankful to many manu who got this done for me in RECORD time.
Obviously the other nine have been ordered and you should also be able to see how they look before making your final decisions, but now you can picture the shape and look of them much better. They really will be mini versions of the backpacks.
All our graphics updated with this little guy too. Have a look!
AS FOR MORE FAQS: PLEASE READ OUR FAQ PAGE BEFORE ASKING MORE QUESTIONS!
WE WILL OPEN A PREORDER STORE HERE WITH BACKERKIT FOR A BIT AFTER IT ENDS, AND YOU WILL BE ABLE TO ADD AS MUCH ONTO YOUR PLEDGE AS YOU LIKE!💛
UNTIL IT IS FULLY OVER I CAN'T PREDICT HOW MUCH OVERSTOCK WE CAN BUY AND HOW LONG AFTER THIS THEY WILL BE FOR SALE!🧡
WILL YOU SEE THE OTHER FIVE BACKPACK PROTOTYPES BEFORE IT ENDS TOO...? JUST WAIT FOR TOMORROW'S UPDATE!!!!!❤️
Thank you so much Softies!!
SESAME UNLOCKED+BEANBUDS PROTOTYPE IS HERE!
7 months ago
– Thu, Feb 22, 2024 at 01:28:46 PM
Also revealing Sesame's bandana and lining pattern!
Thanks so much everyone-- I really set that goal expecting it to be the endgame... instead we have a whole week to go!! THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!
As your reward, here is a rough prototype of the BeanBuds! I think we'll see a finished sample soon. Just have to note--the BeanBuds won't have paper on them, this is a VERY rough sample before any revisions or embroidery or finishing work!!
Other notes: As stated many times, I am trying to get backpack prototypes finished as soon as possible! You'll be able to see them before you decide which backpack to get. Please do not keep pressuring comments about this.
The backpacks are machine washable! We will make a guide about it.
We will not be able to offer extra straps, bandanas, etc, as the project has already gotten as big as I am willing and I do not want to get overwhelmed.
THANKS AGAIN and will update again with Backpack prototypes or a finished BeanBuds!! Hope you like everything so far!!
Into the final 9 days-- new add-on, prototypes updates, and more!
7 months ago
– Tue, Feb 20, 2024 at 07:59:45 AM
HI FOLKS!!!!!!!!
We just got back from Katsucon where the Snug-Alongs were a huge hit. So many of you came up to visit us and try them on and give them a hug and I loved how shocked everyone was by how much space is inside them too!! We got a lot of volunteer models and will be posting new pics and videos soon!
Speaking of the space inside them, we do finally have a really important model: an i-pad to put inside for a video. So stay tuned for that. The backpacks can fit a normal i-pad, but not the oversized ones! Also keep in mind due to physics if the backpack is stretched to its limit lengthwise it won't be able to fit many chunky things in what's left. It is a good size for a plush backpack, but it IS still a plush backpack, so just keep it in mind! I will also take a normal video putting in water bottle, wallet, phone, etc, and not stupid stuff like ramen and bowls anymore. HAHA.
Anyway, we are about 15,000$ away from unlocking Sesame Gryphon and I am 100% positive we will unlock him!! Our friend Mcmadmissile ( https://tinyteeth.carrd.co ) designed a Sesame keychain that will become an add-on item as soon as Sesame unlocks!! What do you think??
PROTOTYPES UPDATE!
My dear manufacturers have returned from holiday and the backpack prototypes and BeanBuds prototypes have been paid for! We should have BeanBuds basic shape to show you very soon, and I can't guess on the backpacks but hopefully before the campaign ends. IF THEY ARE NOT READY BEFORE THE CAMPAIGN ENDS, IT'S OKAY!!!!!! You'll still be able to change or add-on any selections you've made once you see them! And I won't lock surveys until everyone has a reasonable idea of how the items will all look!
Q: Why didn't you get the BeanBuds and backpacks started sooner? A: As for BeanBuds, they were originally unlockable at 80,000$ which I never expected to raise, so I didn't bother to spend money on prototypes... and as for backpacks, we voted as we went so they are brand new designs! Time-wise, all my manufacturers have been on vacation until yesterday, so we are getting to it now!
A FEW FINAL THOUGHTS:
We have been absolutely overwhelmed by the same questions over and over and over and over again, almost all of them answered on the campaign page or FAQ, and because we are a very small team of me (Sunny) and my one friend who helps me with customer service, we just can't keep answering them all or we will go crazy. Please, please just read the campaign page or FAQ before asking us your question. I have also noticed some Softies (you folks) answering questions for us, and as long as you are kind and giving correct information, I appreciate that! So thank you!
THE NUMBER ONE QUESTION WE GET IS WILL THE BACKPACKS BE AVAILABLE AFTER THE CAMPAIGN ENDS. The answer is, probably!!, but pledging is the best way to guarantee you get your backpack! Again, you'll be able to log in to your backerkit account and edit or add-on anything else you may want until surveys lock probably in early April!
Thank you SO SO MUCH MY SOFTIES!!!!!!!!!! See you again to either unlock Sesame or show off prototypes!!
