Customs, SYOF and Mini Groups

I've had some great feedback on mini-groups (including SYOF) and also after another full round of customs, I've decided to change a few things!

We will be opening customs up again in September. Although, I expect the list to be much shorter this round, due to the forthcoming changes. There are also other changes to be listed below:

1. SYOF (Send your own fabric) will NO LONGER be accepted for customs. SYOF will only be apart of stockings and lotteries from this point forward. Having to have fabric mailed out was causing delays in the operation of getting diapers done. We will have single person SYOF stockings too, don't worry. The customs will be best for those who missed a diaper during stocking that they just need!! ;)

2. When a custom order email is sent out, you will have 24 hours to confirm that you've received the initial email. Period. I will no longer be giving out a "delay pass". Once you respond to that email, you will have less than 1 week to decide, be invoiced and pay for your customs. Your invoice will have the due date (and so will your initial email). Because SYOF won't be honored any longer (unless I have prior arrangements with you), you will need to browse our FLICKR album ( http://www.flickr.com/photos/94904286@N07/ ). When you respond, with your choice please know that I may not have that print. It'd be best to send a top 3-5 prints. Also, send the links for each print, or a picture.

3. I will NOT be allowing anymore "passes". If you are unable to order/keep your space, you will be removed and you can add yourself to the next customs list. We understand life happens, and things cause disruption. However, in turn, it causes a disruption for customs and waiting, and therefore will no longer be available.

4. SYOF groups are to be made, and organized in our Mini/SYOF group. 
https://www.facebook.com/groups/ggminis/
There will need to be a leader in each "group" and that leader needs to make a Google Doc, or a file and have everything set up BEFORE you attempt to stock (or participate in a lottery). This means having fabric ready to ship, cuts, rise, style, etc., picked out. The best rule of thumb is to have at least 3 people in the group participating. Our group slots will have differing options. Some will be a MAX of 3, and some will have a MAX of 10!

5. I will be charging a $5.00 charge for fabric that is dropped shipped here (not prewashed). I will need to wash, dry and press fabric on my own time. Please account for this charge when charging for group spaces in your groups.

6. If you are ordering fabric to be sent directly to me, expect a 2-3+ week delay to your orders (on top of the 3 week window for getting the diapers done). You will need to notify Emily AND give tracking info. 

7. We will draw a lottery for 2-3 SYOF groups a month. We will also have the occasional mini groups (fabric provided by Emily).

8.  SYOF groups will be $25 per diaper. Customs will start at $30 and go up depending on print, materials, etc. 

9. For SYOF groups, you will have approx. 48 hours to choose the colors for snaps and CV. It will need to be a unanimous decision. If someone cannot decide, or does not respond in time, we will take the popular vote. I will offer 2-3 choices for snaps and CV and you will need to break it down to ONE color for the entire group (for snaps and CV). (These options will be given out once your fabric arrives here)

10. Please, PLEASE, don't join a SYOF group unless you fully intend to pay and participate. We understand emergencies arise, but try to be as courteous to your group leader as you can!

I think that is enough for now!  I look forward to new changes, which in turn will help with effectiveness and smoothness from here on out! 

Please find an admin in the SYOF group should you have any questions/concerns about how a group works. 
As always, I welcome feedback and questions! 
greengenes.info@gmail.com
-Em

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