Girth belt run update and missing thread info

[crazy4BobaFett]

Hi guys....
Well ….part of the girth belts order are right on schedule.
The missing ones are looking to come in August . Sorry guys its those **** 34's everytime.
I have part of the order and 4 of the 6 -34’s are missing as in previous orders before (I had 2 left from my last order) and the 38’s are missing as well. This is par for the course with these it seems, those of you who know and have done all the work to research these **** things will understand. Those who can’t appreciate that … well I’m sorry. I takes work and it is not that simply done as you will eventually find out as we all do.
I am sorry if any one felt I was lacking and not keeping anyone up to date.
I have been answering all inquires made through pm’s or emails. As I said before my supplier would have them by the 15 th of June and once she unpacked her order and stocked everything in and shipped them to me, they are right on time yes??? No more explanations. I don’t know where the old thread is and don’t care really. I don't have the time nor the need by which to argue petty bickerings.

I did have an incident this morning from this order and he was refunded his money. On that note I will no longer do these. Sorry
So patience was not his strongest point and unfortunately with these girths and many other hard to come by Fett items patience is key.
I will be re posting my list with sizes to reconfirm with everyone this is their correct size.
I just need to say this as some do not seem to understand that those of us who do offer Fett items have a life. We do tend to get busy and all I am asking is to not jump the gun and flip out if I don’t reply to you in a day. I am not on the computer everyday. I have family and job, a costuming business and a life. Just… like… you … I hope. I am really busy this time of the year making costumes, I have several projects going and I am a one woman show guys. I am not looking to make an excuse here, just be patient. I mean geez, I have been working on my Fett for over a year, you think I don’t want mine done?? Get over it!!
OK with that said heres the list and please confirm your sizes.
All orders will be shipped pending sizes acquired in this shipment and who paid first, end of story.
In no particular order here is who I have:
Caomhanach 36” (shipped 6/30)received ......Framed 34”(shipped 9/08)
Lions Pride 34” (shipped 6/30)received......Jonny-dh 36”(shipped 7/7)
Rmschneider 38” (shipped 6/30)received......Indy Solo 36”(shipped 7/7)received
99 cent taco 34” (shipped 6/30)received...... Mac Rory 36” (shipped 7/7)received
Desert Beagle 34” ........ (shipped 9/7)receivedCount Dookie 36”(shipped 7/7)
Lonerthx 38” (shipped 6/30)......Texas Fett 38”(shipped 9/08)
Evan4218 34” ........ (shipped 9/7)Take Me to Your Fett 36”(shipped 7/7)
Gaogaiger 34” ........(shipped 9/7)Yak Cam 44”(shipped 7/7)
Sancho 36” (shipped 6/30)received......johndjango 36”(shipped 7/7)received
Xaoslord 40” (shipped 6/30)received......Goro 34”(shipped 9/08)received
Kidakira 34”(shipped 9/08)received.......Poopsko 36"(shipped 9/7)
Saxter 34/32(shipped 9/08)received


Thanks to those of you who have been patient and have taken the time to write me and see whats going on, I replied in a reasonable fashion. All you need to do is ask and not wonder where your belt is... right??? No more cry babies!!! :moon
Christi

[evan4218]

34" Is correct for me! Thanks so much!!

[Ripcode]

Thanks to those of you who have been patient and have taken the time to write me and see whats going on, I replied in a reasonable fashion. All you need to do is ask and not wonder where your belt is... right??? No more cry babies!!! :moon
Christi

Hi Christi!

Sorry to hear that some moron ruined for everyone else and you will no longer do these.

Thanks for doing all the ones you did!

I don't think people realize how tough these things are to secure now. They used to be readily available. Now people will have to handle this headache by themselves.

[Caomhanach]

Christi,

For those who have gotten them from you already (from the last run) and those in this one, thank you so much as we all know what you went through... both times... ...and yes thats my size, 36" ...

...btw, can you dye them for us as well??? j/k...

[KidAkira]

Hi Christi, Size 34" is correct for me, Thanks, pm sent

[gaogaigar]

Hi Cristi,

Don't let one (or two) bad apples spoil it for everyone. You do good work.. everyone knows it, and that's all that matters. Waiting and patience is just part of the hobby. Don't let a few impatient people get you down.

My size is correct by the way. Thanks for the update.

[Ripcode]

Waiting and patience is just part of the hobby.

You are not kidding!

If you don't have patience then this hobby may not be for you!

[Buckeye_01]

Christi,

I am truly sorry some folks pushed you into not doing these anymore. I can't thank you enough for dying mine with the rest. I was going to order one of your belts to have just incase. I hope you reconsider your eralier decision.

[MacRory]

36" is right on

Sorry to hear that people cannot be patient =( . You were up front with ETAs and have been very gracious to offer these up. As you said it does take time I don't how I could make this rig work without patience . I appreciate your efforts and thank you for your dedication to making this happen.

Very exciting!

[LionsPride]

yep 34" for me

Thank you for your work Christi and thanks for the update.

[xaoslord]

Christi,
I am also sad to hear how some have chosen to thank your hard work. The fact that this run wouldn't be happening until June was clearly communicated in your first thread. I have never worked on an order for over 20 people, so I can only imagine the time you have dedicated to this and to the previous runs. The 40" is the correct one for me. Let me take this opportunity to thank you for getting this order together. From the sounds of the previous posts, I am not the only one who appreciates your efforts.

[Benkenove]

PM sent

[TK3130]

Christi, sorry to hear this. You did an awesome job on my belt. And even had to do it twice as it didn't look right to me the first time. You didn't even give me a hard time. I think you should reconsider and maybe at some get back to doing these. If someone complains, refund their money. No questions asked. That will teach them. It really is a huge help for people that can't do one for themselves. It was a pleasure doing business with you. It's too bad some people don't know how to wait.

[crazy4BobaFett]

Guys..... Really thanks so much for all the kinds words really. I appreciate it I do. I am glad to hear you guys who have them are pleased with them enough to want another. Not a bad Idea really. I must apologize for the harshness that I now read in my thread after the fact. I was really ticked off yesterday not only by the claim at pay pal for a non delivered girth by a member here in the last run. Whom has now explained why and apologized, confirmed his lack of patience and was worried he would be at a loss for the funds if he didn't claim it at pay pal with in the 45 day period. Understandable. So with that mess straightened out I regress. I know that costuming is a toll on your patience guys (you just want it done, I know more than anyone) and I do want you all to know thanks for yours!!!

I will do my best to keep this thread from disappearing as the last one did.
As I ship the girths I post here whos is going out, you'l recieve a pm with your delivery conf. #. I am overwhelmed right now with costumes for comic con so I am really trying to concentrate on those as well as my stuff for con and etc. etc. Believe me theres more, I should post a pic of my sewing studio hurricane.
You guys can always reach me thorough my email or pm's, just know I do not get on the comp on the weekends ever!!! Thats my time, no work.
I check here daily ( I'm in and out) and will respond within a day.
Pending on how I feel come the end of July I may reconsider the girth belts (maybe) guys.... no promises. I know how difficult they are to get and even my supplier is having a hard time. She is pulling all her resources for them as well. She got in a shipment of the entire order a week ago but it had the propulethelene(don't quote the spelling) the stuff they treat them with that keeps the dye from taking and she flipped out too!!! She has been the silent partner on my end who has been a great help and I wanted you guys to know that as well. Its not just me freaking out, she is as well. I talk with her almost weekly on these things and she thinks its hysterical what they are used for, she a big horse geek! I sent her a pic and she her butt off.
Anyhow thanks again guys and the few 34's and couple of 38's will have to wait: Justin,Albert,Goro,Jerone,Matt, & Eric guys I am so sorry you have to wait a bit longer. If you need to get in touch with me you know how.
I'll try to post some pics of some of the costumes I am working on if I can before they ship. I have a Bariss Offee, a expanded universe Jedi from the Knights of the old Republic comic as well as all my gear.
Take Care guys and I hope to see some of you at Comic Con!!!
Christi

[sancho]

36 is right for me

[LionsPride]

I'll try to post some pics of some of the costumes I am working on if I can before they ship. I have a Bariss Offee, a expanded universe Jedi from the Knights of the old Republic comic as well as all my gear.
Christi

I for one would love to see your work Christi, we have a lady here close by in the Midwest Garrison that does dress's/gown's/other costumes also and when I seen her work I was just floored on how intricate and extravigant these are. I had no idea she did these. It's great to hear of someone else who likes doing this also.

[evan4218]

Guys..... Really thanks so much for all the kinds words really. I appreciate it I do. I am glad to hear you guys who have them are pleased with them enough to want another. Not a bad Idea really. I must apologize for the harshness that I now read in my thread after the fact. I was really ticked off yesterday not only by the claim at pay pal for a non delivered girth by a member here in the last run. Whom has now explained why and apologized, confirmed his lack of patience and was worried he would be at a loss for the funds if he didn't claim it at pay pal with in the 45 day period. Understandable. So with that mess straightened out I regress. I know that costuming is a toll on your patience guys (you just want it done, I know more than anyone) and I do want you all to know thanks for yours!!!

I will do my best to keep this thread from disappearing as the last one did.
As I ship the girths I post here whos is going out, you'l recieve a pm with your delivery conf. #. I am overwhelmed right now with costumes for comic con so I am really trying to concentrate on those as well as my stuff for con and etc. etc. Believe me theres more, I should post a pic of my sewing studio hurricane.
You guys can always reach me thorough my email or pm's, just know I do not get on the comp on the weekends ever!!! Thats my time, no work.
I check here daily ( I'm in and out) and will respond within a day.
Pending on how I feel come the end of July I may reconsider the girth belts (maybe) guys.... no promises. I know how difficult they are to get and even my supplier is having a hard time. She is pulling all her resources for them as well. She got in a shipment of the entire order a week ago but it had the propulethelene(don't quote the spelling) the stuff they treat them with that keeps the dye from taking and she flipped out too!!! She has been the silent partner on my end who has been a great help and I wanted you guys to know that as well. Its not just me freaking out, she is as well. I talk with her almost weekly on these things and she thinks its hysterical what they are used for, she a big horse geek! I sent her a pic and she her butt off.
Anyhow thanks again guys and the few 34's and couple of 38's will have to wait: Justin,Albert,Goro,Jerone,Matt, & Eric guys I am so sorry you have to wait a bit longer. If you need to get in touch with me you know how.
I'll try to post some pics of some of the costumes I am working on if I can before they ship. I have a Bariss Offee, a expanded universe Jedi from the Knights of the old Republic comic as well as all my gear.
Take Care guys and I hope to see some of you at Comic Con!!!
Christi

I know how that is, this can be a frustraiting hobby.

I am testing out a manufacturer here in the states that dose size 34" and up in plain 100% Mohair just to see if they would even work. I will post a review when it comes and if I deam it workable I will list it as an option. That way not all the weight is on you. Sadly I think that has been the most difficult peice to find for my suit.

Keep up the good work and hope to run into you in a finished fett someday soon!!

[Boba Fett]

Is this run still going?

[Desert_Beagle]

confirming my size at a 34" and I just want to say that I'm sorry for everything you've been through to get this done. I'm in no hurry, if I gotta wait until August for a belt then I've got plenty of other things to keep me busy until then anyway. No whining from me, but I've got plenty of cheese to go with someone else's

[john.django]

36" is right for me, Thanks Christi

cheers,
john

[texasfett]

Its Christi,your good for it as long as it's here before Halloween!!!

No rush just keep in touch and hope that the Con goes good for you and the Costumes as well.My size is correct 38'', only on the weekends!!! ESB Girth and you promise to dye it.

[crazy4BobaFett]

Hi Guys!!!! Heres the latest, 7 of the belts are shipping out tomorrow.
Noted at the top post.
I hope to get some more out after the 4th of July. All of the ones shipped, you should get an email with the delivery confirmation. If not let me know I have it.
Have a great 4th!!!
Christi

[crazy4BobaFett]

Its Christi,your good for it as long as it's here before Halloween!!!

No rush just keep in touch and hope that the Con goes good for you and the Costumes as well.My size is correct 38'', only on the weekends!!! ESB Girth and you promise to dye it.

Eric if its not, I'm going to slit my wrists!!!!

[Caomhanach]

My belt came into day

Thanks Christi.. Great job Can't wait to get it dyed...

[sancho]

Just got mine

[Boba Fett]

Got any pics guys?

[Caomhanach]

...I can't get in any bigger I'm afraid...

[crazy4BobaFett]

Hi guys glad to see that you are finally getting the belts. I will work on getting the rest of them out after the 4th and will notify you as I did the others that they are on their way. If you have any dying ?'s guys let me know.
Christi

[rmschneider104]

Received mine and it is wonderful. Thanks so much for doing just one more run. And bummer on the lack of patience on someone's part. Major bummer.

[Boba Fett]

Are there any plans to do another run? Also what would be the price if there was another run?

[Caomhanach]

I know there a different threads about this, but what did you use to dye them Christi? Is RIT Dye any good or should I go for the Acid dye?

Thanks...

[GRINCH]

Are there any plans to do another run? Also what would be the price if there was another run?

Pleeeeeeease let us know if you decide to do another run. Don't let one a**h**e ruin it for all of us that really need one and can wait for one! Your our only hope......hmm where have I heard that before?

[99centTaco]

GOt my belt christi, its awsome...!! Thanks again

[crazy4BobaFett]

Next batch of belts is on its way, see above for updated shipping info. All who are receiving belts should have a delivery confirmation email. LMK if you don't. The ones left on the list I will keep you updated as I hear but it still looks to be Aug. sorry again!
Christi
Whew! Ok now back to my costumes that this is done!

[xaoslord]

Got mine! It looks great. Thanks Christi! Now to dye it without turning the kitchen red.

[Indy_Solo]

Received mine today! Really beautiful work, Christi...thanks!

[john.django]

received mine as well...Great job!The belt looks great, fits well, my only complaint.. the burgandy looks a little pink, some weathering should darken it up.
post pics later

[MacRory]

Received! Thank you Christi!

[Ripcode]

received mine as well...Great job!The belt looks great, fits well, my only complaint.. the burgandy looks a little pink, some weathering should darken it up.
post pics later

There are some options to darken it:

You can try another dye bath.

You can spray it with automotive fabric and vinyl spraypaint. At most auto parts stores. About $6 for a can.

El-cheapo spraypaint (Walmart Colorplace Red) does as good a job or better. .96 cents for a can.

Airbrush it with acrylic paints. No idea on the cost.

[yakcam]

Hi Christi,

Just letting you know that mine arrived down under a couple of days ago, thanks very much, it's great!!! Also, thanks for getting me in on the run, even though I was extremely late to the party, I really do appreciate it

Cheers,

Kraig

[texasfett]

Christi I want my belt please,please. You and Ruffintoys are the only things that I need. Thank you for time. (LOL)!!!!!

[Desert_Beagle]

Whoa!!! Slow down tex....asfett. If fate has planned this correctly for me at least my MLC armor and jet pack, ruffkintoys ROTJ gauntlets, and Christi's belt will all come on the same day.

Ooooh. Now that would be something worth coming home to. Relax, the sun will come out tomorrow, and if it doesn't it will be a nice change of pace.

[Desert_Beagle]

Gotta bump this on behalf of all those 34" guys who are still waiting patiently. So what's the verdict Christi?

[Desert_Beagle]

Bimp again.

[texasfett]

I know!!The feeling is so close to the point that you are almost finished with your first project. But you can't go any futher,those are the two final pieces that I need. I'm like 99% finished and thats it,"I think"!

[hankey01]

OOps..ignore this post..I WAS in the wrong thread. My bad.

[Laan]

Hey bud, I think you are on the wrong post. PM sent

I am sure I posted..but my post is gone and I am not on the list.

I was hoping for a 34 or 36". It's for a static prop so size isnt super critical.

Hope I am not too late....but my post has vanished.

Thanks!

[evan4218]

He He He... yeah, I have emailed Christy... still waiting to hear back on my belt status or my refund. What ever comes first.

[Desert_Beagle]

He He He... yeah, I have emailed Christy... still waiting to hear back on my belt status or my refund. What ever comes first.

The only reason I haven't jumped onto your "run list" is because at this point there is no knowing what is happening with the last straggling belts. Last word was the rest of the 34" would be coming in August so I'm willing to give Christi the benefit of my patience due to the fact that she has put out a lot of energy for this last run, and if I were her I would leave it at that. This seems like too much of a hassel.

Unfortunately the PetSmarts near me do not sell horse and tack supplies which ironically enough is rather stupid due to the fact that not more than 5 miles north there are quite a large number of horse ranches.

Retarded. I would have made my belt long ago if it wasn't for that, but I digress....one can only hope.

[crazy4BobaFett]

Well I'm sure I've been called all sorts of colorful names, HUH?
The girths are held up in customs once again. This is not anything new. But the supplier should have them by months end. I know the apologies are old but this is all I can do. Till they come in. I wont' make any excuses but I wanted to let you know what is going on.
I won't do these anymore as a result of the difficulties to get them and the hold ups. It truly has become a bit of a pain in the @#%.
PM me with any ?'s.
Christi

[evan4218]

Thanks for the update cristi, nobody is mad at you... just like everything else with this hobby, there just eggar!

[crazy4BobaFett]

Hi boys and girls,
The girth belts are at my suppliers... yeah and finally **chorus of angels** LOL.
I should have them next week and will ship ASAP.
Thanks guys for being more than patient.
Christi

[evan4218]

woot

[Desert_Beagle]

evan this picture will haunt my dreams forever.

woot

[texasfett]

[quote=evan4218;193811]woot
That is one scary dude."Git r Done"!!!! Christi.

[KidAkira]

Thanks for the update Christie!

[crazy4BobaFett]

DRUM ROLL PLEASE!!!! The DHL man just dropped a huge box here?
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Could it be? Why yes.... the girths are here!!!! I'm off to get the web strapping and will get on em' or "get er' done" as Texasfett says tomorrow. Shipping info will be sent as they ship and marked at the the top of the thread.
Christi

[poopsko24]

cool, thanx Christi

[Boba Fett]

Any word on when another run of girth belts will be starting?

[crazy4BobaFett]

Donnie... don't know that I will. Email sent

[Boba Fett]

No problem I just thought that I would see.

[crazy4BobaFett]

Ok so..4 of the belts are going out today, see above. You guys should get a delivery confirmation via email if not lmk. All you international boys they should got out tomorrow with the remaining belts I have. 4 of these are going to Spain, The Netherlands, Australia and Japan I didn't realize... WOW! No I just forgot.
Also if you haven't confirmed you addy with me please do. I think most of you have. Framed and Kid Akira have not, I think.
Any other ?'s pm me or shoot me an email.
Christi

[KidAkira]

Thanks for the update Christi, PM sent

[crazy4BobaFett]

5 more are going out today... Kid Akira, Benekove,Goro,Texas Fett and Saxter. Framed I have yours ready to go just confirm your addy and its on its way. Emails with delivery confirmation as always and thats it boys and girls.
I have a few extras, I'll be getting to in a couple of weeks. They are going to be dyed and ready to wear. I'll put em up in the cargo hold. I did have one 34shrink to almost a 30 last run and I want to dye these and see what they do. The mohair is inconsistent occasionally and does dye weird too.
Anyhow they are on their way!!!
Now on too my jumpsuit project.... yes you heard me I have been drafting out a jumpsuit pattern off and on for the last year and its next on my list of things FETT. I swear to have mY Fett done one day... one day I've only been saying that for... 2 years or more UUGGH.
Oh and also if anyone needs spats or pouches, I also found a few ESB capes too.
Ok now I'm done
Christi

[crazy4BobaFett]

Framed yours is on its way too!!! I got your email.

[Desert_Beagle]

Just wanted to say that my belt came today and I am very impressed. Well worth the wait. Now I just need to dye it. Got my Scarlet and Wine ready to go.

[crazy4BobaFett]

Please tell me you guys are getting your belts? After waiting so long for them.
I've gotten a few pm's about another run And I'll be getting the last of my girth belts up in the cargo hold next week.
There will be no more.... and I mean it ripcode.
I have 6 of them as extras and they will be dyed and strapped ready to wear. They are in the smaller sizes and I'll get the buckle to buckle measurement on each on after they are dyed.
Just FYI
Christi

[Ripcode]

There will be no more.... and I mean it ripcode.

Don't make me start up a sign-up list...

[evan4218]

Got my belt. What material was used to bind the threads of mohair together?

[Boba Fett]

Don't make me start up a sign-up list...

HAHA do not tempt the Ripcode.

[crazy4BobaFett]

LOL you guys are too much!!!
The last 5 of the girth belts are up guys in the Cargo Hold.
Christi
PS Evan4218 its a poly/nylon cording.