The Coffee K9

11/08/2021

Howdy! Why haven’t I been active? Why haven’t I had public updates, sales, etc?
I can’t yet! Over the summer when my productivity picked up I took plenty of orders. As soon as a wave of difficulty came into my life I stopped and still haven’t taken an order since and have just worked on getting through that list. I sat down with myself last night and the list is not long, and I continue to work towards the end of it. But it would not be fair for me to take orders, make premades, etc if I have people that have sat and dreamt of this set they created in their head. But don’t worry I haven’t disappeared! I know I’ve mentioned this a few times since then, especially my story!
Running a shop is serious stuff. It takes a specific kind of person and life to succeed and I’m so proud of the people I see absolutely kill it. My life is very unpredictable in its ways so I’m okay with being a premade shop because morally it’s the best, despite the disappointment. I know customs will be offered in doses I can handle. And I still have a whole waitlist to get through. But I know overall afterwards, premade shop is best as the general. However that chapter cannot begin until I meet my promises. I am over the moon grateful at how graceful and lovely you all have been. Even those that prefer refund than the current wait, have been with upmost respect. My list is filled with gorgeous sets, it makes the work I do accomplish feel like an adventure. You are all truly so creative. I am the kind of handler that can’t get away from black. So I live vicariously through all of you that crave color and make it look effortlessly professional and sleek. I made mistakes, as I have made in the past openly, but this time I’m not hiding from them or running, even though my activity is on the lower side! And as usual, an immense thank you to my customer service. Even in times when I’m unable to be at my phone from life events for days at a time, you are still persistent to get the customers word to my phone, and not let me forget a question. You keep my in track! Love you all, can’t wait to show you these sets. Can’t wait for the day I plan a sale.

07/03/2021

Been a minute since I’ve posted an all black, couldn’t possibly miss the opportunity with this heavily customized one.
I’m still pretty tickled with shop progress. A manageable amount of delays and complications, feeling pretty organized and aware of what’s needed and what’s taking longer to arrive, doing what I can. I currently only take wednesdays off (except to ship something) and completing 1-3 harnesses per day depending on complexity/style. The recent yet again buckle complication (supplier doing a price gouge) put me a little back from original goals but right now August 1st waitlist return is still looking pretty promising. By the end of July, I’m projected to be way ahead of schedule for the first time in a long time, and cannot wait for that feeling! I will say; it’s very motivating with how many stunning orders I have on my plate to see finished.

06/07/2021

IF YOU HAVE A PAID HARNESS ORDER, PLEASE READ:

So to preface before jumping into it, deepest apologies for being MIA the last 7-10 days. I was treated to a trip on a day off but got sent into a pretty intense pain flare with no time to recover since then as it’s been a stressful time. Normally I work when the kids sleep or during my partners work breaks but given some days I could hardly walk comfortably from this flare, I took any chance I could to simply rest. I am recovering slowly but surely and doing what I can in partner with my online assistant, but this definitely set me back with shipping and updates which frustrates me more than I can explain to y’all.
With that said. My husband is officially done working for the summer June 18th. From that point forward we switch to me working full time for the entirety of summer 💖💖💖. So:
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IF YOU HAVE PLACED A HARNESS ORDER BEFORE MAY 15
Every single one placed before will be finished and shipped BY June 30th. Any excessive overdue will be contacted within the next 3 days for updates and offers 🤠
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IF YOU HAVE PLACED A HARNESS ORDER AFTER MAY 15
All those will be finished and shipped BY July 17th unless stated otherwise.
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I will begin taking orders June 15th from the existing waitlist. From there it will be the 1st and 15th each month I contact spots from waitlist. Again, customs opening date this summer is completely dependent on how I maintain this system since I am not at all happy with my turn around time and wait times that I ask of people. So want to make things a more guarantee and raise expectations!

05/12/2021

Another Classic moment ❣️
So after doing my polls, my engagement is much higher on Instagram recently, and a faster reach. With everything tallied between both platforms the first premade sale will be on my Instagram, the next one 2-3 weeks to follow will be on Facebook! Just like when they were on my Facebook, a post will be made at the time specified (May 15th at 3pm PST) with photos. You will comment something specifying the one you want (ex: purple mine, claim purple, purple!!) the first person to comment for that specific harness will be contacted, if passed or not paid then it will go to the second and so on claim on that specific one.
Handles can be added for the corresponding rings at an additional cost for all premades. Occasionally I can add rings but typically nothing more than that.
For those that voted Facebook or do not have an Instagram, reach out to a TRUSTED friend to either allow you to log in and use their account or attempt to make a claim for you! I will post tips and tricks on how to have a more successful chance at a claim tomorrow on my Instagram and Facebook story, as well as color and size ideas you’ll be seeing on the 15th.
REMINDER: premades were not prioritized over your custom. Majority of these are custom mistakes, changes, drops, or down time I had between waiting on specific materials.

05/11/2021

I have the technical knowledge of a dung beetle when it comes to Facebook so not sure how to create a poll here. Anywhoo just comment your vote down below. I will tally everything this afternoon between here and Instagram and announce platform, time, and details of premade sale once everything’s counted!

I’ve weighed out the options and doing a premade sale on a third party site would be too complicated for me to keep as fair as possible right now due to a number of factors. I’ve decided I’ll do one premade sale on one platform and 2-3 weeks later another on the opposite. For this upcoming premade sale would you prefer it be run on Facebook or Instagram?

05/07/2021

I don’t mean to play favorites.....but....
Also this dogs measurements are the same exact measurements I use for my dog aside for guide handle length so 👁👄👁. Might get lost in the mail idk
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Had a hectic week from dog show, wedding anniversary, and then accidentally jamming my foot in the petal causing my machine to CLOCK OUT. She’s back up and running which means so am I. Have to get through some personal messages in my DM’s later tonight and get organized again 🤠. It looks like the highest demand day of the offered dates is the 15th of May for a premade sale. Still figuring out the details to run it on both platforms if possible and will get to that in the next day or two so y’all know what to do!

04/24/2021

The next premade sale will be sometime between May 10-15. I’ll know exact date, time, sizes, and amount once I hit into May a little more, so keep your eyes out for that announcement early May!
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Going further for the time being customs will be much more limited and we will not be having regular openings. As always, if you already had a spot on the waitlist you still do and we are working through taking orders (we are still slowed from buckle shortages).
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I’ve come to a few understandings with everything. Since returning, I’ve valued honesty and transparency. Due to the nature of my life and various issues due to supplies and other delays it has been difficult to keep things timely. I’ve made changes that have helped significantly, like my online assistant, various forms, etc. But regardless I've realized that until we can get things more consistent it is not fair to ask everyone to wait undetermined times. I thought all would be okay with complete transparency, but to avoid further upsetting anyone that does not know me personally or having anyone wait too long we will be be restricting custom slot numbers, strategy, and frequency until further notice.
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As the waitlist shrinks in size the frequency of premade sales will increase though so keep your eyes out for that!

04/16/2021

Still on my posting Hemingway style harness trend 🤠. Have some Classics and Hybrids coming up on my plate.
Been very frustrated at the 2” buckle shortage. Feels like I’m a sitting duck at this point. Just been sewing as many pieces as I can so when the buckles arrive I just have to put it on and a few pieces together rather than starting from scratch. Need to put the chart up to date still, just tend to lack on updates when stressed out and this buckle lacking is NOT the bees knees 🥴.
Once they arrive and I see my pace, I will post a definite date for my premade sale and waitlist opening ❣️

03/22/2021

UPDATED PINNED POST FOR ORDER INFORMATION❣️🤠

Please note that the waitlist is still currently temporarily closed for delays. I am currently looking at April 23rd but am waiting until the rough patch I’m in currently settles down or I adjust to it for more realistic expectations. I am still taking orders from the existing waitlist, just may be some delays for reasons stated above. Small price adjustments to certain customs will be made before reopening the list since I’ve been making improvements to many of the materials I use on aspects. This does not effect people on the existing list. Any changes you see made to the FAQ are from this point forward based off where I saw I need more self improvement or shop function improvement! This way I am not failing expectations but instead making them realistic for the time.

YOU CAN ACCESS OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS HERE: This includes waitlist, how to order, time frames, refunds, repairs, care, etc.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1k4Q5CASmr8XMWBAMQtZOMkOu862VwVg2iBkzujmQPUA/edit

IF YOU HAVE A PAID ORDER CHECK THE STATUS HERE:
The date and time it was last updated is always at the top. You can message us for a more accurate update if it hasn’t been updated for a bit since sometimes I get behind on refreshing it

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-KerU6koDn3cRlUxBeGRKcSMC2-ueRZtAvER81zhLcQ/edit?usp=drivesdk

MY STANDARD VINYL COLORS: (no upcharge)
Sometimes I have more colors to offer since my suppliers often add new options so feel free to ask if a new color you’re looking for has come about

https://photos.app.goo.gl/4dAgiBBhj3aEWRnx8

MY SPECIALTY VINYL OPTIONS: (upcharge varies by choice)
My suppliers often add and discontinue designs so please confirm one is still available before locking the decision.

https://photos.app.goo.gl/RjFk7wTAjpfYbkqY9

03/08/2021

Tonight I’m doing an inventory order for not just orders that I’m working on within the next 2 weeks, missing pieces, but ALSO some premade harness supplies I’m missing. I want two other webbing colors aside from black and scraps I have, what webbing colors make your heart skip? 😊

02/21/2021

So this month has brought me a lot of challenges behind the scenes and I’m noticing this week alone I’m missing a lot of my promises and dates. Due to some things going on my business productivity and at times ethic is suffering and I don’t wish to watch that progress into something bigger!
I’m making the unfortunate decision to close the waitlist openings until April.

ANYONE WITH AN ORDER OR ON THE WAITLIST:
I am still working, that’s not changing at all. And still taking orders off my existing waitlist. I am only closing new names on the waitlist before this gets any more out of control and will reassess where I’m at after all this to make sure I don’t get to this point and how to resolve all business glitches 😊. Anyone with a paid order will have their harness shipped out anywhere between the next 1-4 weeks (depending on when you placed order). I have so many photos, tracking a, and updates to send out the coming days as well! Waitlist contacts slowed down speed recently due to everything happening but the show will go on.

I know this is very disappointing to a lot of you, especially with the classic. But do know this means I will now have time for premades. I already have 7 sitting in my closet partially done, so I have a good feeling come March, its going to be the sale of a lifetime. And so know, this is not a closure. Just a pause button for the quality and betterment of this small business!

I hope you all understand. I’ve seen some shops drowning a bit recently, I know that anxiety too well, so I’m seeing tension rise in the small business department and want to extinguish any flames reaching my side of the hill before I continue accepting names onto my list and start a forest fire (go home smoky), and money into my account. Love y’all. Stay tuned for sale updates and waitlist reopening details as I power through my setbacks. Just need a little extra coffee is all 🤠. And extra k9 maybe (will accept k9s)

02/18/2021

Been awhile since I posted an all black set. This time a holo baby 🤠
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Had to take my productive b**ch pants to the laundromat before putting them back on. Last week was unexpectedly dark in the Coffee Casa. I try not to work too much when I’m not in a good headspace since that’s when I make the most mistakes. I’d rather make quality gear over quick gear (well....ideally I can do both but we are practicing 😂).
Today and tomorrow are prep days after I finish some sets so can’t wait to see what I have to show you and get these sets out. Happy on the decision not to open the list second time this month only since nothing but productivity can be focused on in the coming weeks ❣️
Y’all been enjoying on the clearance candy this last week?

02/10/2021

COMMENT TO CLAIM

Reminder that with the waitlist opening does not mean your name has been deleted or forgotten from a previous sign up.

I cannot close commenting but will reach out to successful claims within 30 of post.
If you do not get a spot do not be discouraged as the waitlist normally opens twice each month so more chances are to co,e. This month it will not open a second time due to excessive birthdays but this is an unusual circumstance

This list will likely begin contact early March in to the end of March. Thanks y’all!

02/09/2021

As usual, tomorrow at 1pm PST a post will be made to comment to claim a spot.

On Instagram a story will be made and removed upon contacting the successful claims.
A reminder that the wait.ist opening does not mean your name has been deleted from the existing list if you haven’t been contacted yet, contact slots are slightly behind from my January catch ups slowly making adjustment!

As in the picture, waitlist will not be opening on th 23rd this month. I have three birthdays so don’t anticipate I’ll have the mental capacity to organize a second. March and on will be as usual.

02/04/2021

02/04/2021

Updating the pricing and harness chart, ignore me ✨

02/04/2021

I’ve been meaning to post this on Facebook from Instagram since MONDAY but this week both health and household has been a little over the top. So I apologize in advance the spam you will all get from my page as I update my Facebook!

We all know the classic adjustable y-front harness that has opened doors for dozens upon dozens of shops. While I admired the design; I always felt like I wanted to see more. I thought my Hemingway saddle would solve my craving but nope. Finally after 2 years of making designs, scrapping them, drawing designs, scrapping them I finally gained the experience and confidence to execute the design I’ve craved based off the good old classic design. Once this creation of mine passed ortho testing in November, my registries on my coffee k9 specific traits got submitted (don’t worry I made sure to be as specific as possible on things), and began size and material testing I feel ready to show you all! So here is my design appropriately named: The Classic.

Extra wide and internally structured girth saddle to make way for maximum visibility possible on fluffy coated dogs and create stability. The ample space allows for both bunny ears and detachable handle with ease. A second girth strap to prevent sliding from the vinyl, a notoriously slick material. The girth buckle is off the dog to ease metal rubbing into them. There is a padded belly plate on the girth for maximum comfort during counterbalance and to prevent rubbing from the raw straps. I’ve finally after the help of a local shop created a chest plate appropriate for the size of my harnesses.

There are a few restrictions on the customs compared to my three other available harnesses that I will make a highlight for tomorrow or tonight! These are available for preorder on the waitlist WITH A DISCLAIMER that they are still being perfected through team testing. Small changes may be made, small cosmetic flaws may be found as I continue to perfect my muscle memory making it, but if for any reason something critical is to come about it will be discontinued. However I feel confident I’ve tested both professionally and team wise enough to have weeded out safety flaw as my other designs have.

Any questions? 🤠

01/23/2021

COMMENT TO CLAIM FOR 1/23 WAITLIST OPENING.

Since there are only 3 spots available for Facebook, first three people will be messaged with the link as usual. I can’t turn off commenting afterwards unfortunately.

Reminder that just because the waitlist is opening again does not mean your spot has been deleted if you have a spot from a previous sign up, all waitlist openings are just calculated how much I can realistic tack on the end at a time!

Spots from both this months signup will likely BEGIN contact sometime in February through early March. Please remember if you don’t get a spot this time, the 10th is just around the corner.

01/23/2021

Todays waitlist opening will be the same amount as the 10th.

3 for Facebook
3 for Instagram.

AT 1PM PST A SEPARATE POST WILL BE MADE. Comment to claim a waitlist spot on that new post.
For example; with three being for Facebook, the first 3 to comment will be messaged with the link to sign up.
I am keeping the amounts low this month while I continue to bring myself up to speed quickly from the holiday season setting me back.

A reminder as well that with the waitlist opening, if you have not been contacted from a previous sign up this does not mean you’ve been removed. I tailor the spots to be what I can realistically add to the end of existing lists. If you miss today’s sign don’t stress, the 10th is just around the corner.

01/21/2021

Double posted from Instagram!
Wow what a productive but stressful few days it’s been❣️. On average per month I can make about 20 harnesses comfortably. But from a combination of all the holiday season material delays, and just holiday season family time and health delays, I put on my “productive b**ch” pants. In 4 days alone I have fully completed 10 harnesses despite having two minor emergency oral operations. I am on the tail end of completing 5 more tonight. Making tonight 15 total in 4 days! Wont lie, pretty proud, but also super dead.
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With that said, tomorrow I’ll be making another postal trip with what I finish tonight and taking the day off. And still slowly uploading and sending tracking. Friday-Monday I’ll have another order purge and massive shipment for next Tuesday so that I am back to normal business FINALLY 🙌🏼. My customer service will also be taking the day most likely as we both are having some personal health flare parties. I will likely pop in in the afternoon to make sure nothing urgent requires immediate assistance however! I can’t stress enough how with the delays I experienced from taking on more than I thought would be okay from not predicting how backed up the postal system would be holiday season, I will not let this coffee boat sink or tarnish its name ❣️. Love you all endlessly. Cant wait to show you some of these insanely creative sets in detail. Individual updates and order chart update all coming within the next 24-72 hours!

01/11/2021

Comment to claim.

Reminder that the first 3 people to claim will be messaged the link to sign their name up.
Each spot can order up to 2 harnesses. If more than 2 are wanted then let me know before your spot is contacted so I can make a note.

Another reminder that if you haven’t been contacted from a previous list, this does not mean you’ve been removed or skipped. I base the number of spots on how many I can add to the end of an existing list as I continue to work on shortening times.

Spots from today and the 23rd will begin contact in February. If you don’t claim today, the 23rd is just over a week away ❣️

01/11/2021

Keeping it low again while I continue to ride out the after effects from the holiday delays. And organize all my supplier transfers.
A SEPARATE POST WILL BE MADE FOR CLAIMS at 1PM PST here on a Facebook on 1/11. A story will be made and then removed on Instagram once filled ❣️

Also feel free to check out the video update on my Instagram story regarding all the delays that have been occurring on and off since November really. Thank everything for no major holidays coming up so me and the postal system and every small business relying on them can BREATHE (and heal)

01/10/2021

Waitlist opening is pushed to tomorrow at 1pm PST. I didn’t even realize today’s date after all the package mixups I’ve been dealing with (if you’ve been following my Instagram I’ve had shortages on my part and then missing colors from my material orders this week).
Thank you!
I will be updating the chart tonight finally. I was hoping to last night but I’ve only prepped through half the orders to make sure the updates are as accurate as possible!

12/23/2020

COMMENT TO CLAIM. First 3 spots to claim will be contacted with sign up link.

3 spots available to Facebook

As mentioned, spots are super limited this month due to postal delays. The official two dates for January’s waitlist opening will be decided after the new year. So more opportunity is on the horizon. You won’t have to wait an entire month for next time.

This current waitlist will likely be contacted mid-January for order.

REMINDER: just because the waitlist is opening does not necessarily mean I’ve cleared through the previous waitlist so rest assured you haven’t been deleted. You are welcomed to confirm through messages at anytime.

12/23/2020

I’m super sad how small this opening is this month but because of how SEVERE postal delays have been for my materials causing excessive delay in my order completion progress, I don’t want to add more people onto a sitting duck game if it doesn’t resolve soon!

January will begin opening up twice monthly. So the lack of spots tomorrow will be made up for in January assuming my plans are successful in making the most out the situation!

REMINDER: A SEPARATE POST WILL BE MADE TOMORROW FOR CLAIMING.

12/21/2020

Just a little post in case you have not seen my Instagram updates;

Any overdue orders or delays in my control will be resolved by the new year. While I know my turn around time is untraditional, I still do my best to work within my goal! If I have any followers working within the postal system, thank you for working hard even though thank you’s don’t pay the bills.

Hope everyone is having a holly jolly holiday season!
Updates to come on waitlists, designs, and more this week. Also I’ll be updating the faq and stuff this week. Love y’all ❣️

12/09/2020

Just want to hop on and make this post in case, customer service is still assisting with messages during their day, but since Sunday night I’ve been dealing with a medical emergency. I am working between the pain, but this may cause response and update delays. Thank you for your patience!

(Also just disclaimer in case of any worries for your order; said emergency has no relation to any kind of contagion, all purely based around my existing conditions)

12/03/2020

Hello everyone, wanted to give a quick update on upcoming events and delays!

So over the last month I was hit with a few postal delays on my materials surrounding election, making my tester harnesses for upcoming design, and Black Friday currently. As well as just my usual chaotic life things! Next spots won’t be contacted for another week since I have supplies arriving in the coming 1-5 days, I have to catch up on some delayed or soon to be orders before proceeding so I can get back to speed again 🤠. I have quite a number of spots finishing this week, feel free to request the order tracking link if you have one pending. Thank you all for your wonderful patience!

There may be response delays on the 5th & 6th of December. I will be working minimally unusual hours this weekend for dog related things so may get back to my customer service rep randomly.

December 17th, 18th, and 19th there will likely be response delays. I will be getting all my machines serviced to keep them sharp, so sewing will be paused and will be going camping part of it to keep myself busy.

While I do have a customer service rep for general questions, those dates they may not be able to answer specifics until I get to my phone to pass information to them!

Picture of sugar in his tester harness, peep an exciting addition 👀

11/23/2020

Hello this is a late reminder that the waitlist is opening today at 1pm PST as it does monthly!
This month we’ve opened to Instagram but spots will be limited.

SPOTS THIS MONTH
FACEBOOK: 5
INSTAGRAM: 3

Just as last month, a *SEPARATE* post will be made at 1pm PST on Facebook. For Instagram a story. Comment/respond to claim when it’s up and the ones who got it will be sent the link to put their name.

REMINDER: while I know the waitlist is a little cutthroat as I slowly begin to open the waitlist more and more, please don’t be discouraged. Starting January it will open twice monthly. And the more time passed the less cut throat it becomes as people get their sets! Also feel free to go in with friends, teamwork makes the dream work.

11/14/2020

Hello all, wanted to make sure I proceed with positive feedback by you as customers that I’m making the most fair decision!

I have used to same buckles on my products for the last year, if not more. There was a period of time this year the company went on haitus for a month, and since return I’ve been getting more easy breaks of the material on them, they seem slightly different as well on the interior (buckles from before aren’t clicking into buckles now) so I’m assuming production shift but can’t confirm that. Whereas in the past they only ever broke by freak accidents like chewing it seemed. Buckles are an easy replacement, so I never mind fixing this issue!

So that brings me to my point of I will likely be switching to a style of metal buckle after I do some testing of styles. This will increase my base prices by a few dollars (roughly $5). I will also be testing plastic buckles for a better option. Anyone with a plastic buckle now I can still replace or do things for as the products are still being made and easily obtainable! And don’t worry, they are not breaking left and right your product is tarnished, simply just more situations than I’m comfortable with as a maker continuing with the company! ESPECIALLY with assistance harnesses. Not a game I want to play.
****FOR A DISCOUNT TO ORIGINAL (current) BASE PRICE I can also do plastic buckles on a harness. But it will just be with the disclaimer until I’ve found a trusted and comfortable new brand!
So this change will not be imposed and forced on anyone against metal or against the raise. And anyone with breaks is welcomed to have their buckle upgraded or replaced as normal, fees depend on case by case!

Let me know your feedback or if this is satisfactory 🥰 picture just to get your attention!