The Good, the Bad, and Walter the Cat.
Ahoy Folks,
We've got some good news, some not-so-good-news and an introduction to Walter! Let's start with the good.
THE GOOD NEWS:
We've shipped out thousands of packages so far! They're landing on many of your doorsteps and we're thrilled to see your first Lumitype prints popping up on Facebook and Twitter. We're working on a video to guide you through your first Lumitype, which we'll share soon. In the meantime email us at hello@lumi.co with any questions.
...THE-NOT-SO-GOOD NEWS:
International backers are in for a longer wait. ALL International rewards for $50 or more will not be shipping until mid to late October. Complexities arising from shipping Inkodye in larger quantities internationally are forcing us to delay the shipping date.
We sincerely wish we could ship them sooner but our first priority is to make sure that your rewards arrive to you safely. We do not want your packages to get held at customs, to be sent back or for you to have to pay high fees upon delivery. The $35 pledge level was sent out to international backers because it was a smaller size subject to less shipping restriction - the delay is only for the $50-$625 rewards.
NOW MEET WALTER!
We've got an exciting surprise for everyone who pledged $50 and above! Inside your Inkofilm package are tucked a few goodies to get you started: a blank tote bag, a brush, clips, and a printable negative!
Our special Kickstarter-only negative features an original, pinstripe-wearing lolcat. We've taken to calling him Walter, and hope you'll enjoy him too. The photograph is a public domain image dating back from 1907 and can also be found at the Library of Congress's excellent photo archive.
Don't be shy! Use #printedwithlight and #whereswalter when you share.
Cheers,
Genet and Stephan
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Estimated delivery: Jul 2012Pledge $35 or more
775 backers
STARTER KIT - You'll receive one Inkodye starter kit, which includes (3) 4oz dyes, instruction booklet, stencil and tester negative. The basics for Lumi printing. SHIPS FREE IN USA / Add $15 for international shipping
Estimated delivery: Sep 2012Pledge $50 or more
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EARLY BIRD - LUMI PRINTING SYSTEM - Help us kickoff this campaign! Print your own images with the Lumi Process. Includes (1) Inkodye Starter Kit, (20) 11x17 copier films, and (1) 16oz bottle of textile detergent. SHIPS FREE IN USA / Add $20 for international shipping
Estimated delivery: Sep 2012Pledge $70 or more
1376 backers
LUMI PRINTING SYSTEM - Print your own images with the Lumi Process. Includes (1) Inkodye Starter Kit, (20) 11x17 copier films, and (1) 16oz bottle of textile detergent. SHIPS FREE IN USA / Add $20 for international shipping
Estimated delivery: Sep 2012Pledge $100 or more
383 backers
SHARE WITH A FRIEND - Friends don't let friends print alone! Includes (2) Inkodye Starter Kits, (20) 11x17 copier films, and (1) 16oz bottle of textile detergent. SHIPS FREE IN USA / Add $25 for international shipping
Estimated delivery: Sep 2012Pledge $130 or more
225 backers
TAKE TWO - Two full system kits! Includes (2) Inkodye Starter Kits, (40) 11x17 copier films, and (2) 16oz bottle of textile detergent. SHIPS FREE IN USA / Add $30 for international shipping
Estimated delivery: Sep 2012Pledge $200 or more
131 backers
PRINT IT ALL - Get serious about your design concepts. Includes (1) Inkodye Starter Kit, (1) 16oz bottle of Inkodye Red, (1) 16oz Inkodye Blue & (1) 16oz Inkodye Orange, (60) 11x17 copier films, and (2) 16oz bottle of textile detergent. SHIPS FREE IN USA / Add $50 for international shipping
Estimated delivery: Sep 2012Pledge $425 or more
8 backers
HOST WORKSHOPS - Enough supplies to teach classes or host a Lumi printing extravaganza! Includes (1) Inkodye Starter Kit, (10) 4oz bottles of Inkodye Red, (10) 4oz bottles of Inkodye Blue, (10) 4oz bottles of Inkodye Orange, (80) 11x17 copier films, and (2) 16oz bottle of textile detergent. SHIPS FREE IN USA / Add $75 for international shipping
Estimated delivery: Sep 2012Pledge $625 or more
23 backers
START A BUSINESS - Whether you're already a printer or you're keen to start your own design business, this option is for you. Imagine all of the products you could create! Includes (1) Inkodye Starter Kit, (5) 16oz bottles of Inkodye Red, (5) 16oz bottles of Inkodye Blue, (5) 16oz bottles of Inkodye Orange, (100) 11x17 copier films, and (3) 16oz bottle of textile detergent. SHIPS FREE IN USA / Add $100 for international shipping
Estimated delivery: Sep 2012
Comments
Creator Bob Reuter on November 8, 2012
FYI: just got my package over here in Luxembourg/Europe delivered... just to let you know and so that you can estimate how long it took to ship to international locations. Looking forward to exploring, discovering, creating and experimenting...
Creator dwallent on October 30, 2012
Yeah! Thanks for your quick answer! That means I'll be able to do my Xmas gifts! ;)
Creator Lumi on October 29, 2012
International packages are being shipped this week! You will receive a confirmation email when your reward is shipped :)
Creator dwallent on October 29, 2012
yep... me too.. it would be nice to have an update of the status of international orders. I'm in Switzerland and still waiting for my box! Please let us know if there is any news regarding this issue! tks in advance!
Creator Panic on October 22, 2012
Hi,
Any news on when your shipping to the UK ??
Creator Michael Hochman on October 13, 2012
Tomorrow is LumiDay! Gonna try my first two projects!
Creator Davida Fernandez on September 28, 2012
Oh gosh, I'm sorry -- I didn't see that they were in the inkofilm package -- I was checking the box. Never mind!
Creator Davida Fernandez on September 28, 2012
I pledged at the $70 but didn't get the extras? What to do, I'd really really really like to have those for a starter project!
Creator Lisa Stanton on September 28, 2012
I got my kit yesterday.....now I just need a sunny day :)
Creator Christine Candora-Hickey on September 28, 2012
Just got my kit yesterday and this weekend is going to be sunny! Thanks for the extra goodies too! Lumi *rocks*!
Creator Roderick Florence on September 27, 2012
Hey guys just got my kit and i can't wait to get started, thanks guys you all are awesome!!!
Creator Anuj Desai on September 27, 2012
Just recieved mine in U.S.. Very nice for fast work here at least! :)
Creator Adam Bloor on September 27, 2012
Cool, looking forward to trying the free negative out (Thanks for that) I'll sit here in the UK waiting patiently as I come up with other ideas to make some great negatives and prints from. Thanks for the update
Creator Panic on September 27, 2012
Sad Face here in London, UK.
:(
Creator melissa on September 27, 2012
Very disappointed about the delay am anxiously awaiting in Canada
Creator Joyce L. Carrier on September 27, 2012
I got your email about the delays for international shipments, but I am in the USA and have still not received my package. Any info on what is happening?
Creator Lumi on September 27, 2012
Sorry to hear that Paul! Please email us at hello@lumi.co (not .com) and we'll get it sorted out.
Creator Benni Klomfass on September 27, 2012
if there will be problems with customs, maybe you could ship them in seperate shipments so we won't have to pay taxes/customs ?
i'm ok with a delay if that saves me that hassle
Creator Paul Gentile on September 27, 2012
Just got home and it was at my doorstep! YEAH! HAPPYNESS! But then I was sad :( I am supposed to have (2) Inkodye Starter Kits and only one was inside. My packing slip says there should be two as well but only one in the box....who can I email? Thanks.
Creator Marc Greenberg on September 27, 2012
Got mine - can't wait to use it!
Creator Gary M. Kenny on September 27, 2012
when can i download the Lumi app?
Creator Graham Ramsay on September 27, 2012
What exactly is the problem that you are having, nothing to troublesome I hope.
Creator Joanna Buick on September 27, 2012
In UK, happy to wait until everything sorted - if it helps with customs please feel free to send my stuff in smaller packages or using sea freight. When it arrives I'll be delighted, but I won't blame you if it takes time.
Creator Hola Por Qué on September 27, 2012
Here in Madrid waiting for the small size Lumi Kit (35$)! Someone has already received in Spain?
Creator Dan Nguyen on September 27, 2012
@Lumi What is the latest US backers will receive their lumi kits?
Creator Trevor Gryffyn on September 27, 2012
Got mine on 9/17. Thanks! Now I need to figure out what I'm going to do with it. hah.
BTW.. it's not a big deal to me because I was buying them for myself, but this is how they arrived:
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-BK9qKAqgBoM/UFfZnOVmWPI/AAAAAAAAJeM/VxANzOuoYGM/s1686/IMAG0306.jpg
They didn't appear to be "opened" otherwise, but I think they shifted in shipping and made the tape pull away from the box. Someone who is picky about giving or receiving gifts in "perfect condition" might not enjoy that. Again, no big deal to me. Just mentioning a minor blemish on an otherwise great product and package.
Cheers and best of luck moving forward!
Creator Michael Huen on September 27, 2012
I was so surprised to find the package at my doorstep. Thank you!
Creator Lumi on September 27, 2012
To be clear, the Walter negative is included in all levels $50 and above. That includes the Early Birds!
Creator Peter Wysoczanski - Obsidan Order on September 27, 2012
My ink should be at my doorsteps today!!! :D sooo excited....