Aftermarket Slipcases & Traycases

[stroppygoblin]

The full set is heading my way folks! FInal check on sizing and then we are good to go!

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[skyofcrack]

Now that I see those I am really liking how they will look on my shelf.

[killjoy72]

Excellent!:dance:

[Jimimck]

Brilliant work!

[zelig]

Looks really good!

[frik]

Absolutely fantastic. I'm extremely glad I signed up for the complete set.
Just gorgeous!

sk

[bdwyer19]

I'm thinking about getting a slipcase for some of my signed Joe Hill books. Does anyone have any of those JH slipcases made by Jeff Whiley? Any pictures?

[tippy4]

I can't read back all 11 pages.......

Can I order the Dolan's slipcase yet?

Is there a link to a website?

Thanks

[zelig]

Not quite yet... any day now though. Simon will post here when you can order.

[burial]

What color options do you suggest for these books?
I only saw Jeff's black slipcases with gold/red lettering.

Are you planning to order all in the same combination (black + gold) or a mix?

I would love to get slipcases for Joe Hills books :)

[stroppygoblin]

What color options do you suggest for these books?
I only saw Jeff's black slipcases with gold/red lettering.

Are you planning to order all in the same combination (black + gold) or a mix?

I would love to get slipcases for Joe Hills books :)

Look at the first pages of this thread. There are example cases from previous work done by Jeff that show some color combinations( Red - gold, Black - Silver, Green, blue,etc). I went for black and gold as it was my preference from the start (and was obviously used when I designed them). I think Red and Gold would look good or maybe Blue and silver. Jeff should be able to tell you what color combo's he can do.

I don't know if Jeff already has a "Joe Hill" plate already made. Just ask him - if he has, he can make cases to fit any of the JH books you have.

[brionen]

I don't know if Jeff already has a "Joe Hill" plate already made. Just ask him - if he has, he can make cases to fit any of the JH books you have.

I ordered a case from Jeff a while back for my UK signed NOS4R2. I can't remember the exact stamp, but I believe it has a stamp with "Joe Hill" inside a box (similar to a couple of the "Stephen King" stamps on the first page. If it's not that, it is just "JH" inside a similar box.

Either way, it looks great (sorry, I haven't taken pics of my collection yet), and is very well made. Jeff was very easy to work with, and his prices and international shipping were extremely reasonable.

[stroppygoblin]

Ok people. All cases have now been checked and other than one minor size issue (now resolved) everything is good to go!

Please read the following carefully as it will make the ordering of these cases much easier and quicker.

1. You will need to contact Jeff directly to order your cases. he can be reached by email at: jeffrey.whiley@ntlworld.com
2. Price for each case is £12.95 plus shipping. If you order multiple cases he will ship together.
3. Color choices. Cases can be made in Dark Blue, Black, Burgundy, Brown, Beige and Green. Lettering can be done in Gold, Silver or Black (see examples below) It will *really* help Jeff if everyone can decide their color options NOW and and I will let him know. This is because it is time consuming to keep changing the plates on the printing machine.
4. Again, due to plate changing, he will do the people ONLY having Dolan's cases first.

If you have requested cases on this thread please, please, contact Jeff and put your order in asap. The reason we are getting custom lettering at no extra charge is because of the large number of cases Jeff is expecting to make. Lets make sure we make good on our side of that deal.

One other thing, I requested that Jeff made another set of the Doubleday's for me as I wanted to auction them on eBay for the HF. (obviously I expect that members here wont bid as they can order them direct, but it will be interesting to see what other non TDT collectors out there value a set like this). Jeff has also generously agreed to make this extra set for FREE - provided everyone puts their order in... don't let me down folks, these cases are great and it's been a pleasure working with Jeff to have them made. I see more in the future....

Here are some pictures of the final cases and some additional color options.

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color examples:

Brown and Gold
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Green and Silver, Blue and Silver, Red and Gold
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Beige and Gold
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Black and Silver
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[frik]

Ok people. All cases have now been checked and other than one minor size issue (now resolved) everything is good to go!

Please read the following carefully as it will make the ordering of these cases much easier and quicker.

1. You will need to contact Jeff directly to order your cases. he can be reached by email at: jeffery.whiley@ntlworld.com



I tried to contact Jeff using the above e-mail address, but my message could not be delivered:

The email account that you tried to reach does not exist.

sk

[burial]

I think it should be jeffrey in the email address

Edit:
Order placed and confirmed ;)

[stroppygoblin]

I think it should be jeffrey in the email address

Edit:
Order placed and confirmed ;)

Whoops! Good spot, original post now fixed!

[jhanic]

Simon, I'd suggest that you also advertise these cases on some of the other King boards--The Collector, the SKMB and the CD boards especially.

John

[LostAlivE]

I would like to get a set of the Double Day and 1 of Dolan's Cadillac They are very nice looking.

[stroppygoblin]

I would like to get a set of the Double Day and 1 of Dolan's Cadillac They are very nice looking.

Contact Jeff directly (see above) there are no restrictions on who can order these. :)

[stroppygoblin]

Simon, I'd suggest that you also advertise these cases on some of the other King boards--The Collector, the SKMB and the CD boards especially.

John


I will do John, I wanted TDT members to get there orders in first! I foresee a backlog building up :evil:

[ruderabbit]

Those are beautiful cases

[ELazansky]

Can someone who ordered let me know what the shipping cost was to the U.S.?

[killjoy72]

I'm torn between either the black/gold or the red/gold. Decisions, decisions!

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

I'm torn between either the black/gold or the red/gold. Decisions, decisions!

Go for the Blue/Silver :)

[frik]

Easy choice: I went for the black/gold.

sk

[stroppygoblin]

Can someone who ordered let me know what the shipping cost was to the U.S.?

It's stated earlier in this thread.

[stroppygoblin]

Just heard from Jeff, happy to report he is inundated with slipcase orders and will be doing the HF set for free :clap:
Thanks everyone for supporting this project!

Jeff is a one man band so has asked that everyone is patient while he fulfills all the orders - he will get them out as fast as possible, but expect a few weeks before shipping.

[killjoy72]

Does he charge when you place an order, or when your order ships?

[AKC]

Just ordered 7 Doubledays in Black and Silver, 1 Dolans in Black and Silver, 1 Dolans in Black and Gold....

The Black and Silverswill match my 40+ DT cases from the Collector. Super Excited.

Awesome productions!

Thank you!

[LostAlivE]

I wished Jeff would make slipcases to fit the UK editions of Revival and TWTTKH. CD could have made the ones they made about a quarter of an inch or so tall and the UK editions would have fit but CD didn't.

[LostAlivE]

BTW Jeff these slipcases are great looking an so uniform. I personal like the Black & Gold ones. They look as though they are made out of quality materials.
Jeff thank you for all the work you have done on our behalf.

[zelig]

I wished Jeff would make slipcases to fit the UK editions of Revival and TWTTKH.

Just FYI, he will make any case you want. Just give him the dimensions and he will make it custom. I'd wait until the dust has settled with all the orders he has for the Doubleday cases.

[LostAlivE]

Thank you Zelig.But I still really understand why CD doesn't make the cases just that little taller they would sale more if they would.

[zelig]

Thank you Zelig.But I still really understand why CD doesn't make the cases just that little taller they would sale more if they would.

Probably because you'd want the book to fit snug inside the case. At least, that's my opinion. CD has done a couple UK editions in the past. See post #2 in this thread for some links.

[stroppygoblin]

Update from Jeff - seems he's been burning the midnight oil!

I have done all the Dolan's that have been ordered and will contact the members who have just ordered that slipcase so I can get them sent out. I am halfway through the printing on the Doubledays so hopefully will be in a position to start sending out the first sets next week.

I love my Black and Gold, but I gotta say, Blue and Silver is Sweeeeeeeeeet!

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[bdwyer19]

Those are really nice. Makes me wish I had that book!

[zelig]

Those are really nice. Makes me wish I had that book!

Yeah, me too! Another one that's on the list.

[dnemec]

Those are really nice. Makes me wish I had that book!

Yeah, me too! Another one that's on the list.

You don't need the book to order the slipcase! I don't have the book, but I'm sure I'll pick one up eventually. Might as well have the slipcase ready!

[zelig]

You're right. That was my initial plan actually, but as usual I'm spending more than I would like lately so I have to push back on the case for now. But I've ordered all the Doubleday ones.

[Merlin1958]

Just received the "Please pay/ready to be shipped" email from, Jeff for my "Dolan's Cadillac"!! Not bad at $34 US for a quality case. Can't wait to get my hands on it!! Many thanks to, Jeff, Simon and Paul for all their hard work to bring this opportunity to us all!!

[jsweet]

Just got my notice from Jeff that my Doubleday slipcases are ready to go. They look pretty darn nice -- excited to see how they turned out!

[dnemec]

I received my Dolan's yesterday and it is beautiful. Kudos to Jeff and Simon for getting these done!

[AKC]

9 Slipcases on the way!

Can't wait to get them on the Doubledays and Dolan's......

[Merlin1958]

I'm still waiting on mine and it was supposed to be one of the first one's shipped. Seeing all these arrivals I am starting to get a bit concerned.

[frik]

Still waiting in the Netherlands as well - but I'm not concerned.
I'm sure the cases will be here within a couple of weeks.

sk

[Roseannebarr]

Here are some more examples of plates he has already:

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I am looking for slipcases to protect ALL of my signed books! I don't need anything fancy, but I am pretty sure we could get enough people to order a slipcase for IT!

Can you provide Jeff with measurements for the next five or ten books? The Viking books? I love my Doubleday series.

[stroppygoblin]

I am looking for slipcases to protect ALL of my signed books! I don't need anything fancy, but I am pretty sure we could get enough people to order a slipcase for IT!

Can you provide Jeff with measurements for the next five or ten books? The Viking books? I love my Doubleday series.

The cases shown above are all examples of existing plates that Jeff already has. This means you can order ANY size case direct from him and have one of these embossed on the side. I would point out that NONE of the standard blocks have anything on the spine.

IT is an interesting one, CD's case for the limited is pretty awesome, so it would have to compete with that. It has sparked some ideas in my head though...

[burial]

I am looking for slipcases to protect ALL of my signed books! I don't need anything fancy, but I am pretty sure we could get enough people to order a slipcase for IT!

Can you provide Jeff with measurements for the next five or ten books? The Viking books? I love my Doubleday series.

The cases shown above are all examples of existing plates that Jeff already has. This means you can order ANY size case direct from him and have one of these embossed on the side. I would point out that NONE of the standard blocks have anything on the spine.

IT is an interesting one, CD's case for the limited is pretty awesome, so it would have to compete with that. It has sparked some ideas in my head though...

And I would love to have a slipcase for Firestarter...

[stroppygoblin]

Goddammit! Trying to concentrate on work and all I can think of is IT.. Had to take a break and draw something....

Here is a *very* rough first idea for the spine...

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[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

...and the colours are patriotic!

[killjoy72]

Oh, I like where this is going!

[zelig]

I like IT!

[herbertwest]

I think that I like the redS ones better, but cant decide which one I do prefer between the redS...

[goheat]

I like the (blood) red case design for IT the best out of those!

[Roseannebarr]

for a first round you nailed "IT" now go work on the Dead Zone and Fire starter.

[Jimimck]

Very cool!

[Merlin1958]

Got my, Dolan's case and it fits like a glove!!!

[Phalucha]

I vote for red case as well. Beautiful.

[wolfehr]

Love the IT cases! I keep going back and forth between red and white... :orely:

[Aronstg]

I love the IT as well. Wonderful!

[stroppygoblin]

for a first round you nailed "IT" now go work on the Dead Zone and Fire starter.

I'm a Firestarter... Twisted Firestarter...

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[zelig]

You're on a roll...

[stroppygoblin]

You're on a roll...

Vectorizing that was a bitch... :)

[sentinel]

for a first round you nailed "IT" now go work on the Dead Zone and Fire starter.

I'm a Firestarter... Twisted Firestarter...

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Awesome! Keep'em coming!

[killjoy72]

You're on a roll...

Vectorizing that was a bitch... :)

lol, I'll bet.
Looks great!

[Jimimck]

I'm a Firestarter... Twisted Firestarter...

:onfire: LOL!

[racerx45]

for a first round you nailed "IT" now go work on the Dead Zone and Fire starter.

I'm a Firestarter... Twisted Firestarter...

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You're on a roll...

and I was going to say he's a Prodigy :cool:

[Roseannebarr]

for a first round you nailed "IT" now go work on the Dead Zone and Fire starter.

I'm a Firestarter... Twisted Firestarter...

http://i938.photobucket.com/albums/ad223/stroppygoblin/FireStarter_zpspfj10yzc.png~original (http://s938.photobucket.com/user/stroppygoblin/media/FireStarter_zpspfj10yzc.png.html)


You're on a roll...

and I was going to say he's a Prodigy :cool:

So are we doing this? Do we need a head count?

[stroppygoblin]

So are we doing this? Do we need a head count?

I'd like to and I know Jeff is up for doing more. In the next few days (i'm pretty busy right now) I'll put up a poll and gauge interest on slip cases for the next set of Viking books. We need at least 10 for each book I'd say to make it viable for Jeff, otherwise we are into higher costs for the specialist plate.

[allasorte]

So are we doing this? Do we need a head count?

I'd like to and I know Jeff is up for doing more. In the next few days (i'm pretty busy right now) I'll put up a poll and gauge interest on slip cases for the next set of Viking books. We need at least 10 for each book I'd say to make it viable for Jeff, otherwise we are into higher costs for the specialist plate.

I'm assuming these Firestarter slipcases are for the standard 1st/1st? Is it a consensus vote on picking one color so we would all get the same colored slipcase? If so, I'll vote for simply majority. I just want one. And if Jeff has any other slipcases laying around I'd ask him about those to combine shipping. I hope he's OK with that.

[stroppygoblin]

So are we doing this? Do we need a head count?

I'd like to and I know Jeff is up for doing more. In the next few days (i'm pretty busy right now) I'll put up a poll and gauge interest on slip cases for the next set of Viking books. We need at least 10 for each book I'd say to make it viable for Jeff, otherwise we are into higher costs for the specialist plate.

I'm assuming these Firestarter slipcases are for the standard 1st/1st? Is it a consensus vote on picking one color so we would all get the same colored slipcase? If so, I'll vote for simply majority. I just want one. And if Jeff has any other slipcases laying around I'd ask him about those to combine shipping. I hope he's OK with that.


Yes these would be for the 1st edition books. The limited already has a slipcase

The vote is not about colours it's about which books I create slipcase deigns for next and what the level of interest would be. Colour combinations are entirely down to you and what Jeff can provide (see earlier in this thread for the list of options). Jeff takes the designs I create and has a die cut for his printing press. It is only financially viable to create a bespoke design if enough people are committed to buying.

Jeff has standard 'generic' Stephen King dies that can be used on any size case. Designs that print to the spine (like the Double Day ones) are specific to one book title (due to the way the design is printed).

[Merlin1958]

So are we doing this? Do we need a head count?

I'd like to and I know Jeff is up for doing more. In the next few days (i'm pretty busy right now) I'll put up a poll and gauge interest on slip cases for the next set of Viking books. We need at least 10 for each book I'd say to make it viable for Jeff, otherwise we are into higher costs for the specialist plate.

And what would be the approximate cost for a "One Off" case?

[stroppygoblin]

And what would be the approximate cost for a "One Off" case?

Cost is directly proportional to the size of the plate that gets made. The biggest Jeff can accommodate is 226mm x 141mm which seems quite large, but you need to factor in whether the spine will be printed or not (both spine and front are printed as one plate so the gap between them must be accommodated - see picture below). A plate this size will be approx £40. The plates that were done for the Doubledays' were approx £30 each. Obviously you then need to add the cost of the slipcase itself (usually £12.95 plus shipping).

so as an example a one off Carrie would have cost £42.95 plus shipping - this is why getting buy in for a minimum amount is so important.

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[Roseannebarr]

ready for the poll? i am in for all viking series. Thanks for all the hard work! i am sticking with black on all my slipcases. i put my covers showing out. i just like the slipcases to protect my signed copies from dust!

i am very pleased with the fit on all the doubleday books! some of the CD slipcases are too tight! no room for brodart covering!

[Merlin1958]

ready for the poll? i am in for all viking series. Thanks for all the hard work! i am sticking with black on all my slipcases. i put my covers showing out. i just like the slipcases to protect my signed copies from dust!

i am very pleased with the fit on all the doubleday books! some of the CD slipcases are too tight! no room for brodart covering!

You know, that's a real good tip for all would be case makers out there. Every collector has a brodart cover of some sort on their collectible book. Leave room for it!!! I have purchased several cases where I needed to remove the Brodart and it drives me crazy!!!

[stroppygoblin]

ready for the poll? i am in for all viking series. Thanks for all the hard work! i am sticking with black on all my slipcases. i put my covers showing out. i just like the slipcases to protect my signed copies from dust!

i am very pleased with the fit on all the doubleday books! some of the CD slipcases are too tight! no room for brodart covering!

Sorry for the delay on the poll - I've been burning the midnight oil on the app and it's getting close... Hopefully will put up a video in the next day or two - just got some refresh bugs to iron out...

[killjoy72]

Selling some extras, I see...

[Roseannebarr]

Selling some extras, I see...

where??? What????

[killjoy72]

Stephen King custom limited slipcase Dolans Cadillac
(http://www.ebay.com/itm/Stephen-King-custom-limited-slipcase-Dolans-Cadillac-/111648322829?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item19fec2350d)
Stephen King slipcase Doubleday Carrie Salems Lot Shining Stand Night Shift
(http://www.ebay.com/itm/Stephen-King-slipcase-Doubleday-Carrie-Salems-Lot-Shining-Stand-Night-Shift-/111648316893?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item19fec21ddd)

[stroppygoblin]

Not extras - Jeff created a set as a donation for the HF, he also threw in a spare Dolan's. RF will officially announce the auctions today.

Look out for some great artwork from Rachel Readman too!

[stroppygoblin]

Just so you are all aware this project is still ongoing - here is another draft for a Viking book..

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[zelig]

Looks great. I was just about to order some for those years but will hold off now.

[stroppygoblin]

Thanks Paul - New poll has gone up.

[Priest]

would be in for both, a dead zone & a firestarter

[allasorte]

would be in for both, a dead zone & a firestarter

Same here. When will we be able to order them?

[Priest]

would be in for both, a dead zone & a firestarter

Same here. When will we be able to order them?


still unclear if both are going to be made ;D

[burial]

These looks great as the previous ones. Awesome job...
now... please... Christine, Pet, it... ;)

[Merlin1958]

Thanks Paul - New poll has gone up.

With all due respect to you and Jeff. Perhaps, TDZ should be excluded (at least for US customers. I'm just offering a suggestion. I'm certainly not telling anyone how or where to spend their funds) as TheCollector (Tomas Krysnsky) offers a wonderful case for it for many years now and at a reasonable price. JMHO, but seems to me to be good form to someone who has been a great friend to the site in the past and present. I certainly understand Intl customers being able to take advantage of lesser postage overseas, with, Jeff. Anyway, just an opinion and we all know what they are worth.


http://www.stephenkingcollector.com/slipcase/dead.html

[zelig]

The Dead Zone slipcase from Tomas is for the Easton Press edition.

[bdwyer19]

I don't think Tomas' TDZ slipcase will fit a first edition.

[Merlin1958]

The Dead Zone slipcase from Tomas is for the Easton Press edition.

I'm sorry, Paul that is incorrect. It fits the US 1/1, The UK 1/1 and the Easton all very nicely. I know first hand because I have all three. Two of my three are also remarqued by, Jill Baumann

[burial]

The Dead Zone slipcase from Tomas is for the Easton Press edition.

I'm sorry, Paul that is incorrect. It fits the US 1/1, The UK 1/1 and the Easton all very nicely. I know first hand because I have all three. Two of my three are also remarqued by, Jill Baumann

That is ok... it's great that collector's slipcase fits them all... but the project that simon did is awesome... i would love to own a case with a matching graphic.

[zelig]

The Dead Zone slipcase from Tomas is for the Easton Press edition.

I'm sorry, Paul that is incorrect. It fits the US 1/1, The UK 1/1 and the Easton all very nicely. I know first hand because I have all three. Two of my three are also remarqued by, Jill Baumann

Okay. I don't have that slipcase so I'm just going off of what it says on his site and he makes no mention of the fact that it fits all those editions.

[Merlin1958]

The Dead Zone slipcase from Tomas is for the Easton Press edition.

I'm sorry, Paul that is incorrect. It fits the US 1/1, The UK 1/1 and the Easton all very nicely. I know first hand because I have all three. Two of my three are also remarqued by, Jill Baumann

Okay. I don't have that slipcase so I'm just going off of what it says on his site and he makes no mention of the fact that it fits all those editions.

Guess he never got around to updating it. I believe I was actually the "Test Subject" when it came to the UK & US editions a few years ago. I emailed and asked and he wasn't sure, but they fit very nicely.

[stroppygoblin]

Bill, did you specify different editions when you ordered the case? I have that slipcase for my Easton Press edition and there is no way in hell my 1st is fitting in that case -the book is about 5mm too wide.

[Merlin1958]

Bill, did you specify different editions when you ordered the case? I have that slipcase for my Easton Press edition and there is no way in hell my 1st is fitting in that case -the book is about 5mm too wide.

Mine fit fine. Both the UK & US editions. The, Easton was a later purchase on the secondary market so I suppose there could be some fluctuations. When I bought them I asked, Tomas about it and he wasn't sure so he agreed to a refund if they didn't fit. I said "fair enough" and they all three worked out.

[stroppygoblin]

Bill, did you specify different editions when you ordered the case? I have that slipcase for my Easton Press edition and there is no way in hell my 1st is fitting in that case -the book is about 5mm too wide.

Mine fit fine. Both the UK & US editions.

I believe ya Bill :) I'm wondering if Tomas tightened up the sizes for the case? My DZ 1st does have a brodart cover but even without it I don't think I'd get it in that case without serious forcing. Be interesting to see what others that have the case say.

[allasorte]

Bill, did you specify different editions when you ordered the case? I have that slipcase for my Easton Press edition and there is no way in hell my 1st is fitting in that case -the book is about 5mm too wide.

Mine fit fine. Both the UK & US editions.

I believe ya Bill :) I'm wondering if Tomas tightened up the sizes for the case? My DZ 1st does have a brodart cover but even without it I don't think I'd get it in that case without serious forcing. Be interesting to see what others that have the case say.
Same with me. After reading the conversations I tried and my first edition Dead Zone, and it won't fit in the Easton Press slipcase either. I bought Tomas' slipcases for The Dead Zone maybe a year ago, if that.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Bill is in a different planet from the rest of us. Tomas' "The Dead Zone" slipcase is for the,

"Smooth coated jet-black cover with the title in gold foil on both the cover and spine. The slipcase was specifically designed to match with the gold and black styling of the 1st and 2nd printings of the Easton Press version of this book."

- The Dead Zone - Fits all Easton Press editions

[Merlin1958]

Bill is in a different planet from the rest of us. Tomas' "The Dead Zone" slipcase is for the,

"Smooth coated jet-black cover with the title in gold foil on both the cover and spine. The slipcase was specifically designed to match with the gold and black styling of the 1st and 2nd printings of the Easton Press version of this book."

- The Dead Zone - Fits all Easton Press editions

Do what you all think is right. There is no need to mock me. I have all three editions and bought three of, Tomas' cases and they all fit rather nicely. I don't live on another planet and I don't need to be mocked (Mr. R.T.). You don't agree? Do what you will no skin off my nose. For all I care you can stick your copy in a sheep's stomach if it pleases you. I was trying to help is all.

"Different planet", could you be more condescending? And then I suppose I will get told to "Calm Down". Forget I offered an opinion. They are not worth much around here anymore.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Bill, I was not mocking you. My post was straight from Thomas' page for buying slipcases. There is only one The Dead Zone listed...

http://www.stephenkingcollector.com/buy_slipcases.html

[Merlin1958]

Bill, I was not mocking you. My post was straight from Thomas' page for buying slipcases. There is only one The Dead Zone listed...

http://www.stephenkingcollector.com/buy_slipcases.html

Yes, but I explicitly explained the circumstances. I also took the time to remind, Tomas of our transactions regarding the US & UK editions and suggested he update it. However, you wish to slice it, saying I am on a "different planet" is not polite conversation amongst friends.

[stroppygoblin]

ok, so before this gets too Off Topic, It seems there is either different sizes of the first edition (unlikely) or Tomas's case has variations in width. Either way there is a need for an alternative case for the 1st edition. Tomas's case is fantastic and is a beautiful match for the Easton press edition, but I think there is definitely room in the market for an alternative.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Here's mine with Thomas' slipcase...
http://www.akyle.f2s.com/images/zone_1.jpg

[allasorte]

Here's mine with Thomas' slipcase...
http://www.akyle.f2s.com/images/zone_1.jpg

I have one of each Easton Press, the first and second editions. They slipcases are both thin, but one case is slightly taller then the other as I bought mine months apart. I will suggest anyone with these leather copies to perhaps Mylar wrap the book. I state that, which I have just done today, because I noticed a bit of book ware to my first edition on the back of the book. :panic:
I don't recall seeing this before, and the slipcase doesn't have anything that could cause this minor damage. Nonetheless, I am freaking out!

[stroppygoblin]

here are my 3 books showing variations in height against the slipcase from Tomas...

http://i938.photobucket.com/albums/ad223/stroppygoblin/5BD40444-4E8B-41FF-9162-643C0BF21145_zps6kdct3vs.jpg~original (http://s938.photobucket.com/user/stroppygoblin/media/5BD40444-4E8B-41FF-9162-643C0BF21145_zps6kdct3vs.jpg.html)http://i938.photobucket.com/albums/ad223/stroppygoblin/9B134FAE-80D5-4874-ABCB-18DD318E288A_zpsetbobxnw.jpg~original (http://s938.photobucket.com/user/stroppygoblin/media/9B134FAE-80D5-4874-ABCB-18DD318E288A_zpsetbobxnw.jpg.html)http://i938.photobucket.com/albums/ad223/stroppygoblin/A0DB8C6B-227A-40C8-A616-C819B4AD0420_zpsv9pndoss.jpg~original (http://s938.photobucket.com/user/stroppygoblin/media/A0DB8C6B-227A-40C8-A616-C819B4AD0420_zpsv9pndoss.jpg.html)

http://i938.photobucket.com/albums/ad223/stroppygoblin/4F716375-47D7-4ABF-878F-A9FFB2F18503_zpsqsdouh1e.jpg~original (http://s938.photobucket.com/user/stroppygoblin/media/4F716375-47D7-4ABF-878F-A9FFB2F18503_zpsqsdouh1e.jpg.html)

[allasorte]

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/771/medium/deadzone.jpg
I used a flash, sorry. You can see my slipcases are a tad different in height. Hard to notice, but my first edition Dead Zone, like Stroppygoblin's, is the same thickness as the slipcase. So, it would be nice to have Merlin's slipcases since they are wider. Times change, but no big deal.

[Merlin1958]

And here are mine. I admit, with the brodart they are a little tight, but they fit rather well. Since we all agree the "Easton" fits I did not bother to take pics...

http://imageshack.com/a/img538/7672/K4Y33C.jpg

And shame on you for not taking my word and not believing me in the first place. I know folks don't show much respect for me, but I don't usually comment on "Collector issues" unless I am certain. There are many more "authorities" here than I, but when I do contribute it is generally because I have first hand knowledge. I do not appreciate being called on the carpet. My word is my bond. I live on the same planet as all of you, thank you very much!!! The "US' 1/1 is signed by, King and remarqued by, Jill. The Easton (not pictured, is also remarqued by, Jill and purchased from the HF in years gone by).

Now, maybe the dimensions were altered, I don't know, but as you can see mine fit nicely.

[allasorte]

@Merlin1958. You going to auction off your slipcases then? But only to Yankee fans right? :heart:

[stroppygoblin]

I said I believed you Bill! :couple:

With yours and and Allasorte's post above - it seems there is some size flexibility in the cases that Tomas has produced over the years.

[Merlin1958]

@Merlin1958. You going to auction off your slipcases then? But only to Yankee fans right? :heart:

LOL No, I am particularly happy with them and intend to keep the books and SC's. I also do not want this thread to digress into a flame war. I think I made my point and will depart. The Yanks are taking on the Red Sux for a sweep and to me that is much more important. I will leave this thread to all involved to avoid any further discourse. Believe it or not I am not the "Antagonist" folks seem to attribute to me. You guys do what you think is best for your collection. I never meant to suggest otherwise. I was just pointing out a fellow members "contribution/Investment" that we were, a lot of us, very happy to have in the past. Things change.

[allasorte]

At any rate. If Firestarter and Dead Zone slipcases are going to be made, I would love to know as I would be interested in both for sure. Thanks for all the amazing work on the ones I have seen in this thread.

[stroppygoblin]

At any rate. If Firestarter and Dead Zone slipcases are going to be made, I would love to know as I would be interested in both for sure. Thanks for all the amazing work on the ones I have seen in this thread.

If you look back, you will see a design for IT as well.... :)

[allasorte]

At any rate. If Firestarter and Dead Zone slipcases are going to be made, I would love to know as I would be interested in both for sure. Thanks for all the amazing work on the ones I have seen in this thread.

If you look back, you will see a design for IT as well.... :)
You are killing me. I'll take that too!!! Hell, if you guys are doing all the 1st/1sts, I'm in. I need one for Different Seasons, Cell, Tommyknockers (both colored slipcases), Green Mile. Wait, all of King's books after the publishing and including Dead Zone dates......so that will be dozens of books. When will I get a PM and an Amen?! Oh, and Easton Press Dracula why you are at it and The Exorcist lol.

[stroppygoblin]

At any rate. If Firestarter and Dead Zone slipcases are going to be made, I would love to know as I would be interested in both for sure. Thanks for all the amazing work on the ones I have seen in this thread.

If you look back, you will see a design for IT as well.... :)
You are killing me. I'll take that too!!! Hell, if you guys are doing all the 1st/1sts, I'm in. I need one for Different Seasons, Cell, Tommyknockers (both colored slipcases), Green Mile. Wait, all of King's books after the publishing and including Dead Zone dates......so that will be dozens of books. When will I get a PM and an Amen?! Oh, and Easton Press Dracula why you are at it and The Exorcist lol.

Amen!

So far I have focused on books that have artwork that translates well to a single image and has distinctive text. Some of the later books (post Viking) may not work as well. I don't intend doing anything other than King i'm afraid, but I have plenty of those to work on!

[Jay127]

I'd definitely be in for Dead Zone and It.

[Roseannebarr]

I'd definitely be in for Dead Zone and It.


My case from Thomas does not fit the Dead Zone Viking print. Mine was ordered last year.

I am in for all cases!

[jonp]

I'd definitely be in for Dead Zone and It.


My case from Thomas does not fit the Dead Zone Viking print. Mine was ordered last year.

I am in for all cases!

Tomas' slipcase fits my UK DZ perfectly but the US is a board width too wide. But my copy is not the best with rather lax binding.

[Jimimck]

Has anyone here commissioned a case from Jeff for CD's Exorcist/Legion special edition?

[stroppygoblin]

Has anyone here commissioned a case from Jeff for CD's Exorcist/Legion special edition?

I don't know what Jeff has beyond the SK cases. If you need something bespoke, you will be looking at £40-£50 for a one off (and you will need to supply artwork in a suitable format)

[webstar1000]

He is making me a sweet red case for my Max Brooks Zombie Survival Guide:)

[stroppygoblin]

New Designs...

Cujo

http://i938.photobucket.com/albums/ad223/stroppygoblin/cujo_zpsorhmmj2v.png~original (http://s938.photobucket.com/user/stroppygoblin/media/cujo_zpsorhmmj2v.png.html)

Christine

http://i938.photobucket.com/albums/ad223/stroppygoblin/Christine_zpsmj7pa1p0.png~original (http://s938.photobucket.com/user/stroppygoblin/media/Christine_zpsmj7pa1p0.png.html)

[stroppygoblin]

all books so far...

http://i938.photobucket.com/albums/ad223/stroppygoblin/allbooks_zpspwzsdw8e.png~original (http://s938.photobucket.com/user/stroppygoblin/media/allbooks_zpspwzsdw8e.png.html)

[stroppygoblin]

Thinking of losing the Stephen King Text - Thoughts appreciated...

http://i938.photobucket.com/albums/ad223/stroppygoblin/allbooks2_zpscs5yhrsv.png~original (http://s938.photobucket.com/user/stroppygoblin/media/allbooks2_zpscs5yhrsv.png.html)

[zelig]

I'd keep the Stephen King text, but make the font the same across all of them. Also, maybe put the images on the front and not the spine... just a thought...

[stroppygoblin]

I'd keep the Stephen King text, but make the font the same across all of them. Also, maybe put the images on the front and not the spine... just a thought...

Hmm interesting, so make them like the Doubleday ones with the horizontal rules, publisher name etc, and then just have the image on the front (but much larger) ?

[zelig]

I'd keep the Stephen King text, but make the font the same across all of them. Also, maybe put the images on the front and not the spine... just a thought...

Hmm interesting, so make them like the Doubleday ones with the horizontal rules, publisher name etc, and then just have the image on the front (but much larger) ?

Yeah like that. I like the Doubleday ones where you had the title repeated on the front, but larger. So I guess that would have to go, and be replaced by those images... that way too, they'd look more like a matching series... but of course, I'm sure there will be many opinions on this...

[Roseannebarr]

I display my books with the cover showing, I love the designs you have. Doubleday series was perfect, but most of all the books fit great too!

I don't see a need to put the designs on the side, but it won't stop me from ordering. I will be ordering all of them and two for It.

[allasorte]

To me it really doesn't matter. The books are sitting vertically on a bookshelf filed one after another, so the only thing people see is the binding. If they all said nothing I'm fine with it. I would just like to protect my books.

[jsmcmullen92]

I do like the thought that they can look the same from the spine across but the front of the case holds the picture. Also to me (just an opinion) the Christine picture has too much going on. You have the tail of the car, side profile, and the grill ornament. I think it would look cool if you did like the movie poster with just the front of the car staring at you, or the 1/1 cover with the text in the chrome and skull ornament. But you are doing an awesome job, thanks Simon.
-Josh

[killjoy72]

First of all, these look great! But I'm not a huge fan of Christine having 3 graphics like that. It makes that one stick out more than the others. I understand why you had to do that, to fill up the space so all the graphics are roughly the same size on each book, but maybe if just the graphics get moved to the front like Paul suggested, you'll have more room to play with and could just use one of the three instead. My vote being either the front of the car or the symbol (to better differentiate it from your Dolan's Cadillac slipcase design).
Just my 2 cents...

[killjoy72]

First of all, these look great! But I'm not a huge fan of Christine having 3 graphics like that. It makes that one stick out more than the others. I understand why you had to do that, to fill up the space so all the graphics are roughly the same size on each book, but maybe if just the graphics get moved to the front like Paul suggested, you'll have more room to play with and could just use one of the three instead. My vote being either the front of the car or the symbol (to better differentiate it from your Dolan's Cadillac slipcase design).
Just my 2 cents...


I do like the thought that they can look the same from the spine across but the front of the case holds the picture. Also to me (just an opinion) the Christine picture has too much going on. You have the tail of the car, side profile, and the grill ornament. I think it would look cool if you did like the movie poster with just the front of the car staring at you, or the 1/1 cover with the text in the chrome and skull ornament. But you are doing an awesome job, thanks Simon.
-Josh

Jinx! :biggrin:

[stroppygoblin]

I'm not happy with the artwork for Christine either yet (keep in mind these are very much 'work in progress')

The original cover doesn't lend itself to being reworked as a vector format, so I tried a couple of different ideas.

Ill health prevents me from working on this for any length of time right now (staring at a screen gives me a headache after a while) but I will be back with some reworked designs soon!

[dnemec]

I'm not happy with the artwork for Christine either yet (keep in mind these are very much 'work in progress')

The original cover doesn't lend itself to being reworked as a vector format, so I tried a couple of different ideas.

Ill health prevents me from working on this for any length of time right now (staring at a screen gives me a headache after a while) but I will be back with some reworked designs soon!

Hope you feel better soon! You have lots of work to do! :evil:

[Theli]

I think all the slipcases look fantastic. I like the way they look with Stephen King written on the side, with different font for each one, it adds to the identity of the case in my opinion. I do however agree that it would be cool to have the image art on the side of the slipcase as opposed to the spine, as that tends to not be visible anyway, but if one decides to display the book/case side art could be a really nice touch. Also I like the Christine slipcase, especially the white one, looks classy to me.

[sentinel]

I think they look great, I do like the Stephen King on the spine. It would be nice to maintain a consistency with the Doubleday's as
we move through the books.
-K

[webstar1000]

Man... Jeff is a true asset here. Just got some new goods from him. FIT like a glove!!!!!! The reason I posting here... for those of you that have the Max Brooks signed... you know about the yellow CD case that matches... well me and Jeff made a red on for the Zombie Guide... that matches the bulls-eye (it is red) and fits perfect. Looks stellar on the book... he has measurements and color noted. SO.. for $12 pounds???? WORTH IT FOLKS!!!

[stroppygoblin]

some new prototypes based on comments above and looking to keep consistency with initial Doubleday slipcases. Much as I like this, I think the size of the plate required may be an issue.

http://i938.photobucket.com/albums/ad223/stroppygoblin/The%20Stand%20Spine%203_zpsqnckw2mv.png~original (http://s938.photobucket.com/user/stroppygoblin/media/The%20Stand%20Spine%203_zpsqnckw2mv.png.html) http://i938.photobucket.com/albums/ad223/stroppygoblin/The%20Stand%20Front_zpsm3r53l2b.png~original (http://s938.photobucket.com/user/stroppygoblin/media/The%20Stand%20Front_zpsm3r53l2b.png.html)

http://i938.photobucket.com/albums/ad223/stroppygoblin/The%20Stand%20Spine%204_zps0jgkvpyp.png~original (http://s938.photobucket.com/user/stroppygoblin/media/The%20Stand%20Spine%204_zps0jgkvpyp.png.html) http://i938.photobucket.com/albums/ad223/stroppygoblin/The%20Stand%20Front%202_zpsn7eyyzjb.png~original (http://s938.photobucket.com/user/stroppygoblin/media/The%20Stand%20Front%202_zpsn7eyyzjb.png.html)

[Roseannebarr]

i like them both, but again, my main concern is protecting the books. Christine is AWESOME. if plates are free i am all in for that one1

[frik]

Wow - I love both.
Hope these prototypes will be close to the actual cases.

sk

[sentinel]

Those are sweet! I like them both. I'll chip in extra if larger plates cost more. -K

[jsmcmullen92]

Those look amazing! I like them a lot!

[Theli]

You knocked it out of the park!

[Br!an]

I didn't buy the Doubleday slipcases since I don't own them in first editions yet. :cry:

I will buy these though and will probably buy the Doubledays eventually.

I like the continuation of the line, Kings name, first edition, etc., to continue the look of the "spine" throughout all the cases.

I like the art on the front of the case.

Great job! :thumbsup:

[zelig]

These look great. In terms of the size of the plate being a possible issue, the artwork on the front can be made smaller I think. Not sure if that matters in terms of costs but I don't think it needs to fill the whole width of the front of the slipcase. But overall yes these look really good and will be in line with the way the others in the series are designed.

[Kingfan24]

Was there a slipcase done for the fantasy and science fiction gunslinger books?

[stroppygoblin]

Was there a slipcase done for the fantasy and science fiction gunslinger books?

I had one made by Jeff for mine - it just used one of the standard "Stephen King" plates:

http://i938.photobucket.com/albums/ad223/stroppygoblin/D75E8090-D121-448A-8356-711D9BD1F112_zpsacdcxsrz.jpg~original (http://s938.photobucket.com/user/stroppygoblin/media/D75E8090-D121-448A-8356-711D9BD1F112_zpsacdcxsrz.jpg.html)

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Was there a slipcase done for the fantasy and science fiction gunslinger books?

I made an acrylic one which was awesome. If you saw, it you came immediately!

Seriously, I did make an acrylic one and sold the set to someone on here. (for a song)

The "see through" aspect was much better than Jeff's cardboard ones.

[ke7285]

http://i902.photobucket.com/albums/ac228/n8qvx/02d2b7702f3fce933761ecdadd2512ec_zps3a8d484a.jpg
This is my case. Great job on the slipcases, I purchased the first 5 hope you continue with same design.

[Merlin1958]

Was there a slipcase done for the fantasy and science fiction gunslinger books?

I made an acrylic one which was awesome. If you saw, it you came immediately!

Seriously, I did make an acrylic one and sold the set to someone on here. (for a song)

The "see through" aspect was much better than Jeff's cardboard ones.

Wow!!

[zelig]

That acrylic case sounds nice. Never seen it.

[stroppygoblin]

For those that wanted Pet Sematary...

http://i938.photobucket.com/albums/ad223/stroppygoblin/Pet%20Sematary%20Spine_zpszuwwrgts.png~original (http://s938.photobucket.com/user/stroppygoblin/media/Pet%20Sematary%20Spine_zpszuwwrgts.png.html) http://i938.photobucket.com/albums/ad223/stroppygoblin/Pet%20Sematary%20Front_zpsosqiniws.png~original (http://s938.photobucket.com/user/stroppygoblin/media/Pet%20Sematary%20Front_zpsosqiniws.png.html)

and the alternate spine...
http://i938.photobucket.com/albums/ad223/stroppygoblin/Pet%20Sematary_zpsyrvmrnn4.png~original (http://s938.photobucket.com/user/stroppygoblin/media/Pet%20Sematary_zpsyrvmrnn4.png.html)

[Roseannebarr]

I will take two! Can we order yet! Love the pet sematary!

[stroppygoblin]

No orders yet - i'm just 'Doodling' :)

[zelig]

Nice Simon. These are staring to look like it's going to be a great new series.

[frik]

Very, very nice, Simon.

sk

[webstar1000]

You got skills my good man!!!

[sentinel]

No orders yet - i'm just 'Doodling' :)

Nice Doodling!

[Roseannebarr]

Stroppygoblin,

3 questions.

Any thing we need to do to keep this moving? Are you feeling better? and did you decide what to buy with your hospital money?

[stroppygoblin]

3 Answers :)

Nothing needed, it's very much ongoing, just a bit of a pause as real life got in the way
Health is much improved thanks, flying to the U.S. Today!
No decisions made yet, waiting for the right book at the right price :evil:

[allasorte]

Letting everyone know I just paid for 10 slipcases from Jeff Whiley in the UK. I'll post pics after I get them. Thanks Zelig and Stroppygoblin!!!

[Lauterer]

Letting everyone know I just paid for 10 slipcases from Jeff Whiley in the UK. I'll post pics after I get them. Thanks Zelig and Stroppygoblin!!!

Good to know he is still making slipcases. Have to order several. Ordered from him two years ago, just asked myself if he is still in business :-)

[zelig]

Letting everyone know I just paid for 10 slipcases from Jeff Whiley in the UK. I'll post pics after I get them. Thanks Zelig and Stroppygoblin!!!

Great. Look forward to seeing the pictures.

[allasorte]

Received 4 of the 10 slipcases today. Books are 1st/1sts in VF/VF basically as new condition. I just got the SK and that was it on them. In a bookcase, the binding will only be seen anyway.
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/770/medium/bslipcase.jpg

[allasorte]

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/770/medium/bslipcase1.jpg
side view

[jhanic]

:thumbsup:

John

[Merlin1958]

:thumbsup::thumbsup:

[allasorte]

The other 6 showed up today. Love the one for the Exorcist and Salem's Lot
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/770/medium/bslipcase2.jpg

[zelig]

Looks great!

[Roseannebarr]

The other 6 showed up today. Love the one for the Exorcist and Salem's Lot
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/770/medium/bslipcase2.jpg

Thinking about getting a few, but Different Seasons and Salem's Lot look a bit off in the dimensions. Does salems lot fit great? the picture looks decieving like the case is too big.

Thanks!

[Lauterer]

You must give him the exact dimensions of the book. He calculates the rest. I had to realize to give him the exact measures. I also have one or two that are a little bit to big because i added some millimeters...

[allasorte]

@roseannebarr. I was told to give exact measurements. I gave him the standard American measurements and he converted it to millimeters. I'd suggest getting a real millimeter ruler for more accurate measurements. It may have been my fault, but Different Seasons is like 1/4" bigger, but it fits perfectly for my Four Past Midnight. Not ideal but I'm fine with it, though that book isn't worth what Different Seasons is. As for Salem's Lot, same thing. A bit wider at the binding like 1/8". I'm not complaining at all. Measuring with a tape measure seems not ideal? 8 of the slipcases are perfect, 9 if you count handing the one over to a different book. Jeff doesn't have standard measurements. Well he does, but he wants YOUR measurements based on different Mylar wraps, etc. Like I said, I'm not complaining at all. Next time, I will buy a millimeter ruler for more accurate numbers. Unless of course Zelig and Stroppygoblin start mass producing King slipcases for all his books with all the designs I have seen on this site. I'd honestly buy those too, and then see what I can do with the ones I have for other books, or sell them if it ever came to that. Decisions! But I am extremely happy with the outcome and grateful a guy out there can do this. Maybe we need another guy in the US that can do this as well. A Jessie clone of Walter White :).

[zelig]

When you're measuring a book for a slipcase, this might help. It's an image that was supplied by Jeff. It's important to measure using another flat surface at the spine of the book, like another slipcase. I made this mistake the first time around and the slipcases were not wide enough. You have to account for the curve of the spine.

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c330/zelig7/P10101321_zpsddkjq1mc.jpg

[allasorte]

I did not do that Zelig. Thanks for the info for next time. Eventually, there will be a next time :)

[Lauterer]

Good hint, thanks!



When you're measuring a book for a slipcase, this might help. It's an image that was supplied by Jeff. It's important to measure using another flat surface at the spine of the book, like another slipcase. I made this mistake the first time around and the slipcases were not wide enough. You have to account for the curve of the spine.

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c330/zelig7/P10101321_zpsddkjq1mc.jpg

[Merlin1958]

Good point, Allasort. in working with, Dolso I have found that a common error is to measure the book after taking the mylar cover off. The case maker builds to the exact specifications and then the customer replaces the mylar cover and, Uh Oh!!! Be sure to keep this in mind when measuring your book. Also, an eighth or a sixteenth of an inch added space is not a bad thing. Both components with expand and/or contract over time, ambient weather etc. Also, you want it to come out of the case easily, in my experience.

[stroppygoblin]

OK folks, we are back in the game!

I have contacted Jeff about the next set of books and he's up for it. It seems (judging by comments and feedback) that most (if not all!) prefer to have the spines match the look of the original Doubleday cases and (I think) most would like to see the larger artwork appear on the front of the case. Plate size is limited by what Jeff's printing press can accommodate, so I dont think I will be able to do an edge to edge size like the Christine mockup. Images will need to be smaller (probably about the same size as the titles on the Doubleday cases).

Next step will be to do one book as a prototype, It probably doesn't matter which one as all plates will be made before they can be purchased (like before) but I think it will be Christine :)

The books in this set will be (drum roll....)

The Dead Zone
Firestarter
Cujo
Christine
Pet Sematary

I know a few of you would like IT, but i'm not happy with the design yet. I also have a work in Progress for Different Seasons, but thats proving to be tough.

Oh one more question. after the 1st 5 Doubledays, all the books are taller in height. I think the spine text should line up alongside the Doubleday's and therefore be a different height from the top of the case - everyone agree with that?

[stroppygoblin]

can someone post me the dimensions of at least Christine? (the other 4 would be great too) Preferably a nice tight copy in a brodart cover. I'll check against mine and see how close they are.

[Roseannebarr]

awesome Cant wait to get the new ones!

[killjoy72]

OK folks, we are back in the game!

I have contacted Jeff about the next set of books and he's up for it. It seems (judging by comments and feedback) that most (if not all!) prefer to have the spines match the look of the original Doubleday cases and (I think) most would like to see the larger artwork appear on the front of the case. Plate size is limited by what Jeff's printing press can accommodate, so I dont think I will be able to do an edge to edge size like the Christine mockup. Images will need to be smaller (probably about the same size as the titles on the Doubleday cases).

Next step will be to do one book as a prototype, It probably doesn't matter which one as all plates will be made before they can be purchased (like before) but I think it will be Christine :)

The books in this set will be (drum roll....)

The Dead Zone
Firestarter
Cujo
Christine
Pet Sematary

I know a few of you would like IT, but i'm not happy with the design yet. I also have a work in Progress for Different Seasons, but thats proving to be tough.

Oh one more question. after the 1st 5 Doubledays, all the books are taller in height. I think the spine text should line up alongside the Doubleday's and therefore be a different height from the top of the case - everyone agree with that?

Sounds great!

[Lauterer]

When Where How much...? Looking forward to it!

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

I definitely would be interested in some cases.

[TCCBodhi]

Since I just got Christine last night, I have it handy. This is WITHOUT a Brodart cover at this time. 6 1/2 in width X 9 1/2 in height X 1 3/4 in depth. The width and depth are good to allow a little wiggle room for the Brodart and expansion, but the height is a pretty tight 9 1/2. You might want just a touch more than that.

Any other verifiers?

[Jay127]

Since I just got Christine last night, I have it handy. This is WITHOUT a Brodart cover at this time. 6 1/2 in width X 9 1/2 in height X 1 3/4 in depth. The width and depth are good to allow a little wiggle room for the Brodart and expansion, but the height is a pretty tight 9 1/2. You might want just a touch more than that.

Any other verifiers?

I also just got Christine, about an hour ago, and can confirm those measurements.

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

Can someone point me in the direction of the slipcases? How I need to go about ordering (if still available) Id be interested in quite a few that have been mentioned in the thread. Thanks guys

[ELazansky]

Can someone point me in the direction of the slipcases? How I need to go about ordering (if still available) Id be interested in quite a few that have been mentioned in the thread. Thanks guys

email Jeff at jeffrey.whiley@ntlworld.com - tell him what you need and he'll give you a quote.

[stroppygoblin]

Can someone point me in the direction of the slipcases? How I need to go about ordering (if still available) Id be interested in quite a few that have been mentioned in the thread. Thanks guys

Only the first five Doubledays are currently available.

[dnemec]

As I have all 5 of the next ones, I'm in for them all!

[killjoy72]

Glad to hear you're working on Different Seasons. I have a signed copy and would LOVE a slipcase for it!

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

ID be down for all of the next five. Dead zone, pet sematary, Christine, firestarter, and cujo

[stroppygoblin]

IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ!!

Jeff just let me know that a couple of you have contacted him looking to buy the new slipcases :panic: Whilst I appreciate the support, i'm afraid NONE of the new 5 have been put into production yet. Jeff and I are still in preliminary stages of getting the designs and dimensions correct.

I will post updates and make it very clear EXACTLY WHEN ORDERS CAN BE PLACED! I don't have an exact date, but expect it to be at least 3 - 4 weeks away.

Thanks for your understanding.

[Lauterer]

3-4 weeks... what do to meanwhile aaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh.... ;-)

[Roseannebarr]

3-4 weeks... what do to meanwhile aaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh.... ;-)l. 5 weeks. I am ready to order them l

[stroppygoblin]

too many plates spinning... hope to give an update on this next week

[jsmcmullen92]

too many plates spinning... hope to give an update on this next week

WHEN DO YOU SLEEP!?!?!?!

[stroppygoblin]

I

too many plates spinning... hope to give an update on this next week

WHEN DO YOU SLEEP!?!?!?!

http://youtu.be/Jsf_GSbPV14

[carlosdetweiller]

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51oiqJ6reoL._SX331_BO1,204,203,200_.jpg

[herbertwest]

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51oiqJ6reoL._SX331_BO1,204,203,200_.jpg


I bet that Bob knows that this book includes texts by Stephen King about Crystal Zevon.

"The book intersperses interviews conducted with 87 friends, lovers and collaborators including Bruce Springsteen, Jackson Browne, Stephen King, Billy Bob Thornton and Bonnie Raitt. Before his death, Zevon is reputed to have given the project his blessing, and to have requested that the book be uncompromising in its honesty about even the most unflattering details."

Go to : http://www.amazon.com/Ill-Sleep-When-Im-Dead/dp/0060763493
Open the preview, search : "Stephen King"
Look at the results pages 352-353.

[jsmcmullen92]

http://blog.practicebuildingcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/overworked1.png

[cit74]

Does anyone happen to have an extra slipcase for Gauntlet's He is Legend?

[webstar1000]

Does anyone happen to have an extra slipcase for Gauntlet's He is Legend?

Pretty sure you can email Barry at Gauntlet and he had some.

[Br!an]

Does anyone happen to have an extra slipcase for Gauntlet's He is Legend?

Second in line.

[terrier91]

Does anyone happen to have an extra slipcase for Gauntlet's He is Legend?

Pretty sure you can email Barry at Gauntlet and he had some.

I actually asked Barry about this last week, and he doesn't have any on hand.

[Merlin1958]

Does anyone happen to have an extra slipcase for Gauntlet's He is Legend?

Pretty sure you can email Barry at Gauntlet and he had some.

I actually asked Barry about this last week, and he doesn't have any on hand.



Contact, Jeff? He does excellent work.

[stroppygoblin]

New poll (http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showthread.php?19297-New-Slipcase-Poll) up for next set of slip cases... please vote asap.

[Merlin1958]

I voted and subscribed.

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

Voted as well

[allasorte]

New poll (http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showthread.php?19297-New-Slipcase-Poll) up for next set of slip cases... please vote asap.

I voted. Keep us posted. I'm in for buying more slipcases :).

[brionen]

I voted, too. Can't wait for another round of slipcases.

[stroppygoblin]

Jeff has created a mockup for the new cases but has questioned the placement for the taller books. His thoughts are that lining up with the previous set makes it look too low on the taller books. The good news is that the same plate can be used for either configuration so its down to your own personal choice. Mockups of both positionings below, you will need to specify on order which you prefer. My personal choice is to line up with the previous set, what does everyone else think?

http://i938.photobucket.com/albums/ad223/stroppygoblin/P1010440_zpsc8t590ft.jpg~original (http://s938.photobucket.com/user/stroppygoblin/media/P1010440_zpsc8t590ft.jpg.html)

http://i938.photobucket.com/albums/ad223/stroppygoblin/P1010439_zps0hedfssx.jpg~original (http://s938.photobucket.com/user/stroppygoblin/media/P1010439_zps0hedfssx.jpg.html)

http://i938.photobucket.com/albums/ad223/stroppygoblin/P1010437_zpseiizyoko.jpg~original (http://s938.photobucket.com/user/stroppygoblin/media/P1010437_zpseiizyoko.jpg.html)

http://i938.photobucket.com/albums/ad223/stroppygoblin/P1010441_zpsazanbxqr.jpg~original (http://s938.photobucket.com/user/stroppygoblin/media/P1010441_zpsazanbxqr.jpg.html)

http://i938.photobucket.com/albums/ad223/stroppygoblin/P1010438_zps9hgrhi4o.jpg~original (http://s938.photobucket.com/user/stroppygoblin/media/P1010438_zps9hgrhi4o.jpg.html)

http://i938.photobucket.com/albums/ad223/stroppygoblin/p1010436_zpshvbv1g6z.jpg~original (http://s938.photobucket.com/user/stroppygoblin/media/p1010436_zpshvbv1g6z.jpg.html)

[dnemec]

Alone, it does look a little low. But together, it looks fantastic!

[zelig]

Line them up I think. At least that's what I would do on mine.

[frik]

+1

sk

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Put the larger books through a bandsaw to make them all the same size? No?

[stroppygoblin]

Put the larger books through a bandsaw to make them all the same size? No?

Genius! I'll get right on that :)

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Put the larger books through a bandsaw to make them all the same size? No?

Genius! I'll get right on that :)

The different sizes really bugs me...

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/563/medium/books_11.jpg

[zelig]

It bugged me too for a long time but I've learned to deal with it now.

[burial]

Line them up I think. At least that's what I would do on mine.

I'm with you, my friend

[Merlin1958]

+ 2 Here. They look really handsome together!!

[The Library Policeman]

Put the larger books through a bandsaw to make them all the same size? No?

Genius! I'll get right on that :)

The different sizes really bugs me...

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/563/medium/books_11.jpg

There's a stray US Cujo in there, Alan. Get it sorted! :evil:

[zelig]

Well spotted Alan.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

There's a stray US Cujo in there, Alan. Get it sorted! :evil:

Yeah I know. It's already on the for sale list.

[stroppygoblin]

It seems almost everyone wants Different Seasons, so all 6 will be available. here is the design for it:

http://i938.photobucket.com/albums/ad223/stroppygoblin/The%20Stand%20Front%205_zpsqg5s3lg9.png~original (http://s938.photobucket.com/user/stroppygoblin/media/The%20Stand%20Front%205_zpsqg5s3lg9.png.html) http://i938.photobucket.com/albums/ad223/stroppygoblin/The%20Stand%20Spine%206%20Copy_zpsorttvb1p.png~ori ginal (http://s938.photobucket.com/user/stroppygoblin/media/The%20Stand%20Spine%206%20Copy_zpsorttvb1p.png.htm l)

[killjoy72]

As always, fantastic work Simon! :thumbsup:

[idlewarnings]

I had Jeff make slipcases for my first four Doubleday books, Dolan's Cadillac, and the Gunslinger SF&F magazines. Couldn't be happier with how they turned out. He does great work.

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/image110.JPG

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/image310.JPG

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/image210.JPG

[Merlin1958]

Handsome indeed!!! Jeff, really does a great job and the prices are very reasonable.

[bdwyer19]

For those who have ordered from Jeff Whiley in the past, how long does shipping usually take to the U.S. The last time I ordered from him (back in 2013) I got the slipcases 5 days after he mailed them. It's been a little over two weeks now since he sent them, so I'm just wondering if there was an issue somewhere along the way.

[jsmcmullen92]

For those who have ordered from Jeff Whiley in the past, how long does shipping usually take to the U.S. The last time I ordered from him (back in 2013) I got the slipcases 5 days after he mailed them. It's been a little over two weeks now since he sent them, so I'm just wondering if there was an issue somewhere along the way.

I think it took 2 weeks maybe a day or two more for me last time.

[bdwyer19]

Thanks. So, go figure, that a few hours after asking the question, the slipcase arrives!

http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m150/bdwyer19/962DF20C-1A92-47FA-B04D-30AEEF85901F_zpsqepvwmyz.jpg (http://s103.photobucket.com/user/bdwyer19/media/962DF20C-1A92-47FA-B04D-30AEEF85901F_zpsqepvwmyz.jpg.html)

[zelig]

Oh that's really nice! Never seen or considered this color combination.

[bdwyer19]

Oh that's really nice! Never seen or considered this color combination.

Thanks! Jeff was actually the one who thought that would look best. I really like it too!

[The Library Policeman]

Yeah that looks really sharp. Great colour!

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

Looks great! Really dig the color combo:thumbsup:

[Merlin1958]

Very sharp. Congrats!!!

[stroppygoblin]

Just an Update on the new cases. Jeff is currently finishing off existing orders before he gets to work creating the first set for me to 'test fit'. Here are some print test mock up pics...

http://i938.photobucket.com/albums/ad223/stroppygoblin/P1010471_zpstg2s2e3x.jpg~original (http://s938.photobucket.com/user/stroppygoblin/media/P1010471_zpstg2s2e3x.jpg.html)

[killjoy72]

Lookin' good! :thumbsup:

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

Sweet!

[Merlin1958]

Very nice!!

[zelig]

Looking good Simon.

[sentinel]

Looks great!

[Lurker]

http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac54/ICONfan/SL%20TheShining_zps096usyxi.jpg~original

http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac54/ICONfan/SL%20Dolans_zpswu2onsit.jpg~original

I never thought I'd find something to fit this puppy:

http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac54/ICONfan/SC%20Salems%20Lot_zpscme3j8or.jpg~original
http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac54/ICONfan/Perfect%20fit_zpsj0jclxlv.jpg~original

But Jeff's slipcase is perfect. Now - do I remove the shrink wrap?? Hmmm.

[frik]

Of course you do.
And then you read the book. That's why it's there.

sk

[Roseannebarr]

http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac54/ICONfan/SL%20TheShining_zps096usyxi.jpg~original

http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac54/ICONfan/SL%20Dolans_zpswu2onsit.jpg~original

I never thought I'd find something to fit this puppy:

http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac54/ICONfan/SC%20Salems%20Lot_zpscme3j8or.jpg~original
http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac54/ICONfan/Perfect%20fit_zpsj0jclxlv.jpg~original

But Jeff's slipcase is perfect. Now - do I remove the shrink wrap?? Hmmm.


Can you tell me the measurements you used? Does it fit perfect? Looks great! Thanks!

[zelig]

Very nice. I had been thinking of getting a slipcase made for my copy which is already in the Collector traycase, then I realized I would be getting a slipcase for a traycase. Maybe that's just slightly insane. May end up doing it though some day.

[Lurker]

Of course you do.
And then you read the book. That's why it's there.

sk

You're right. So I did. But actually read the book?




Can you tell me the measurements you used? Does it fit perfect? Looks great! Thanks!

13 1/4 inches high, 9 1/4 inches wide and 1 3/4 inches deep. I don't think he was impressed with my using a Stanley Power Lock tape. I have since gone back and read about measuring and duh - if I had thought of millimeters. I collect stamps and that's all in millimeters. I have great millimeter measurers. Next time. I would really like something for the Hyperion books from SP.

I tried to get a decent pic of it standing - mostly it just came out as a black hole. Here's the best. I'm very happy with the fit.

http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac54/ICONfan/SL%20SC_zpsrlymcyhl.jpg~original

[stroppygoblin]

I keep seeing double (or sometimes triple!) when I look at your shelves... :evil:

[frik]

It's an ongoing discussion: yes, read the book. Read your limiteds - even the lettered editions.
I do.

sk

[Br!an]

It's an ongoing discussion: yes, read the book. Read your limiteds - even the lettered editions.
I do.

sk

I am a bibliophile and part of that is handling and enjoying my books. I do so carefully, but I can't see buying them and then never looking at them.

[allasorte]

It's an ongoing discussion: yes, read the book. Read your limiteds - even the lettered editions.
I do.

sk

I am a bibliophile and part of that is handling and enjoying my books. I do so carefully, but I can't see buying them and then never looking at them.

:rose: :thumbsup:

[allasorte]

It's an ongoing discussion: yes, read the book. Read your limiteds - even the lettered editions.
I do.

sk

I recommend, if you have kids (and you love them), to have them scribble some love and admiration inside the books for you too. If you don't like the color of certain slipcases, then buy some paint and paint them the color you want. I'd suggest something that shows you mean business; like dayglo orange. That's what collectors are here for. To help others make wise decisions and give support. No need to thank me. I'm here to help. :huglove: