Chubby Star Shoppe Mobile Store

A project in Ottawa, Canada by Jessica Brassard
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Turning a vintage Volkswagen van into a rolling Chubby Star Shoppe for summer markets in the Ottawa and surrounding area.
Backers: 34
Average Pledge Per Backer: $153

Funded: $5,210 of $5,000
Dates: Aug 27th -> Sep 26th (30 days)
Project By: Jessica Brassard
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Latest News

Looking ahead!

September 25th - via: kickstarter.com
So I am not sure if we will hit this goal, donations have really picked up but time is short. At a time like this, I like to think positively and think of future what ifs. Here are some future what if plans. If I get the van, I want to paint it... (Read More)

In the paper again! Say what!

September 24th - via: kickstarter.com
I am in the Chesterville Record this week. Pretty nice. Oh but when you read my quote remember I meant steampunk, "It's kinda like [a character out of] Jules Verne had to got out [today]." In case you were wondering. Black and white doesn't do my... (Read More)

More Pictures

September 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
Here are a few other pieces I have in stock right now, more vintage 50's-ish.  Three layer hippy skirt Circle skirt in blue fortune cookie 50's dress in blue houndstooth  (Read More)

Pictures Pictures Pictures

September 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
More pictures can be found on our Facebook page. Everything here is currently for sale, message me if interested Ring Mistress Coat - Wool and cotton lined. Ring Mistress Coat with Skull Corset and Hat Corset with Coil Bone, silk lined. Front Closure... (Read More)

A New Video To Answer Your Questions- Hippie, Vintage And Steampunk OH MY!

September 21st - via: kickstarter.com
Here is a video telling a little more about me and my business. Sorry if it is grainy. I need a new camera, but priorities right? A van first! I will be posting some up close pictures tomorrow of the garments on the rack including a ringmaster's... (Read More)

Chesterville Record.

September 21st - via: kickstarter.com
I was interviewed by the editor of the Chesterville Record and an article about our Kickstarter is scheduled to be in the next issue which comes out on Wednesday. Looks for us there!  (Read More)

Launch Party!

September 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Chubby Star Shoppe penguins are having a party!  We have decided to throw a launch party! Several people mentioned wanting to get lots of pictures of the van as we convert into our store and had a ton of questions about what we are going to do. So... (Read More)

Previous orders

September 19th - via: kickstarter.com
I thought perhaps you guys might want to see some special orders I have done over the last few years. I was only given a camera two years ago at Christmas, so I do not have a lot of pictures.  Chicken for a co-worker Bear suit for a baby boy!... (Read More)

Extra Incentive!

September 18th - via: kickstarter.com
We have 15 backers and 34% of our goal met, we only have a week left but I think we can do it! As an extra incentive anyone who donated 25$ or more will be send a mini crocheted volkswagen plush (2.5in X 5in) in a signature Chubby Star Shoppe colour... (Read More)

Imgur and You Tube and Twitter, Oh My!

September 18th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello, I just wanted everyone to know that we also have a You Tube channel where all our videos can be found. We have a twitter feed we would love for you to follow (@chubbystarshopp) And Mr.Pibs, our spokescat, on Imgur.  Here is another picture of... (Read More)

i found a van!

September 17th - via: kickstarter.com
So I found a beautiful 1970's camper van in our price range. It is a few hours away but that's what weekends are for. Since being featured in the Metro our pledges almost doubled. We have only 8 days left but I am optimistic. Again we appreciate all... (Read More)

Keeping up morale!

September 16th - via: kickstarter.com
Our spokescat, Mr.Pibs does all he can around the office to keep the whole staff motivated to work towards our goal. Here is one more example of him keeping up morale.  You'll need an HTML5 capable browser to see this content. Play 00:00 00:00  (Read More)

We are in the Metro!

September 16th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello again! Chubby Star Shoppe is featured in the Ottawa Metro! http://reader.metronews.ca/digital_launch.aspx?id=1bc30598-6ee6-4456-b9ba-c81a09224ac9  Check us out! Page 4!  (Read More)

Facebook Page

September 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello,  I forgot to mention that you guys can view some of my work on my Facebook Page! More pictures are being added every few days so if you keep checking back you may be pleasantly surprised! Jessica  (Read More)

Good News Everybody!

September 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
I was interviewed today by Metro News Ottawa. I am going to be in the paper this week. The editor said he thinks Monday. So watch for me!   (Read More)

New Spokesperson

September 1st - via: kickstarter.com
Mr.Pibs, our spokescat!  (Read More)

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