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What is a lekku?
Lek = tentacle
Lekku = Two tentacles and head area (forehead)
What is a ear-cone?
The cones over the ears
Why your Santa female twi'lek have hair??
I tried to imitate the red cap with white fluffy of Santa Claus
What is a headwrap, headband or bandana?
That piece of fabric, leather or elastic material that twi’leks have placed around the forehead.
Currently only we work real leather. But you can make suggestions.
The Darth Talon is a helmet (not leather) called here head armor.
Can you make this costume?
Send me your suggestion. Not all suggestions come true, if I have time and I’m interested, I’ll send you a budget.
Do you can make togruta headpiece?
I wanted to follow specialized in twi’leks. But people insisted me, wanted me to do, because they like my work. So I had to give in and make Togrutas.
Right now the young Ahsoka is finished and for sale upon request.
Adult Ahsoka from REBELS is available and for sale upon request.
More togrutas in 2016
I just started working with latex and you have a lot of experience, I do not ask your secrets but could you give me any advice?
The latex is like a living creature, does what he wants! The only thing that counts is the experience of the hands that work, work and more work, burn your money on more expensive products, breaking molds, mourn and start again.
Do you mass-produce your costume parts?
I do not have the capability to mass-produce costumes. I have a small workshop/atelier/studio in my parents’ house, not a factory. I can only do a very limited run.
Can I show photos of your costumes and props on my website or on a forum?
Yes, ONLY if you give me credit and place it with a link to my website.
Respect my credits , never say that they are yours
Do you tolerate recasting?
No! I make all of my pieces from scratch. If you recast any of my parts, even with alterations, my acolytes chase you and will make your life a hell (not is a joke). I have many friends in the costuming world that will see it at a convention or on a forum and contact me. It will come back to haunt you. That’s a promise.
Lekkus
Do you have your lekkus special?
A combination of comfort, resistance, are lightweight, beautiful curve between head and tentacle, custom color, proven experience and many satisfied customers with which you can communicate.
Is it made lekku to fit my head?
No. Each lekku style is different and has been tested in certain head sizes.
You will find details of each in Store.
The measure your head is also important when ordering headwraps.
Head measure is approx., can use a lace and a normal rule.
Do you make male lekku?
Twi’lek Paradise lekkus are unisex, it just depends on if you like the style that have or not. You can see some men using them in Portfolio: http://twilekparadise.com/portfolio-item/blue-danube-clan/
I think that lumps are easy to do (if you want them), putting little pillows under the balaclava (as Shao Vao), for this I not put the lumps in the latex lekku shape.
Currently I recommend Daesha and Ardana styles for men.
I have long hair, it will be a problem?
No, you can substitute filling for your hair easily. Best for those with very long hair is to make two buns “Chun Li” style http://twilekparadise.com/wp-content/uploads/chun-li-buns.jpg
How much weigh your lekkus?
They are very lightweight, all weigh below 700 grams (0.7 kg.) in total, depending on the model.
You can view details of each one in the Store
Why sell lekku colored?
It is much easier and more comfortable to adjust the color to a lekku with previously dyed latex. You will have more data in Tutorials.
Do you sell lekku flesh/skin color?
Do you sell lekku unpainted?
Can I put them around my neck?
The long Yes. The shorts will not come to surround it.
Is it obligatory to use prosthetic adhesive?
If you use a headwrap, probably not. To the Darth Talon is essential.
Can I use in the sea or the swimming pool?
Yes. Only ensures that no enter water inside and after wash with a cloth with water to remove chlorine or salt.
Have your lekku texture?
Have some texture. It is a handmade item, sometimes it is softer than others.
Do require care?
Include a note with care and tips in the box of every order.
Are they flexible? Can put around my neck? Will move when I walk or dance?
They are flexible, but latex always tends to the original form which was created so do not force it too long around your neck. Some people achieve the same movement when walking like in the video, but others don’t, It depends on your complexion (everyone is different). They do move when you dance or turn arround.
Could you teach me to do a lekku or do a tutorial?
No, sorry, my current skills are the result of years of failure and frustration, and burning my money.
Maybe someday, in a distant future, write a book with anecdotes, tips and tutorials. Thanks for your understanding
How do you do the lekku? With what material are stuffed?
See the previous question.
Store - Orders
Which methods of payment do you take?
Paypal
You must pay paypal fees. I will included in the budget
Can I split payment for my order?
Yes, in two payments, a deposit to enter the queue of waiting and the rest before the end.
Order queue
I can only make a style of lekku every time. And some have higher demand than others.
For example: If 4 people have ordered Ardana style, you will have to wait for it to finish those 4. (this is the ORDER QUEUE, each style have it own queue).
Headwraps have ONE order queue for all styles.
Your order enters in the order queue at the time of payment or first payment.
Processing time
Lekku need 2-3 weeks to make, depends of free time and weather. If order spots, headwraps, armor or other props time could be greater.
I could take less but I ask more time because I’m tired of seeing propsmakers that say you “your order will start in April”, but is May and you write them and they say: “no, your order maybe will start next month” (maybe?? maybe start??)… this is very frustrating for the customer, who thinks that has a delivery time but it’s not real. For this reason and because the diseases and family problems occur when you least expect, I ask more time in advance and ask for understanding.
Please be foresighted and place your order in advance, you can make two payments.
I’m honest, I’d rather not have a certain client who risk to have disappointed customer. I do not want to disappoint anyone.
I am proud to have delivered on time more of 99% orders over 6 years I’ve been propsmaker.
Delivered even months in advance.
I will fight for this to continue.
Shipping and Delivery time
SHIPPING WORLDWIDE, except China (ask for other asian countries)
This data is based on our customers, may vary depending on the time of year (eg Christmas, Halloween, etc.)
- European Countries: Fast service UPS Standard (2-7 days deliver)
- United States: 10-30 days approx. If customs stop it (by now they have not charged fees, but stop to insure no contain anything dangerous) 4 to 6 weeks. Currently are not happening but it is possible.
- Australia: 10 – 30 days
- Brazil: 2 – 3 months
- Other countries: Approx. 20 days
Shipping is always with tracking number
NOW AVAILABLE Fast service UPS Standard (2-7 days deliver) See prices in Shipping cost
Shipping cost
Shipping is always with tracking number.
1.- Short Lekku + ear cones, or Nercathi Lekku (with or without headwrap)
or Daesha Lekku + ear cones
- European Countries = see UPS prices
- Worldwide (except Europe) = 26 euros
2.- Daesha Long Lekku + ear cones + headwrap
- European Countries = see UPS prices
- Worldwide (except Europe) = 39 euros
3.- Single headwrap
- European Countries = approx. 10 euros
- Worldwide (except Europe) = 15 euros
Use those prices for reference to your approximate budget before sending the order form.
Fast service UPS Standard (2-5 days deliver)
UPS can change their conditions/price without notice, Use for aproximation:
26 euros for Italy, France, Germany, United Kingdom,
38 euros for Austria, Belgium, Holland, Netherlands, Luxembourg, Poland, Czech Republic.
48 euros for Bulgaria, Croatia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Greece, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Romania, Sweden.
Approx. 65 euros for USA and Canada
Ask for your country, UPS can change their conditions/price without notice.
MANDATORY this service for Europe.
Unit converter
Can I add more things to my order now that I could save while waiting in the queue?
Please, if you think that could add a bandana or accessory to your order in the future, tell us your interest before making the first payment. I have to get a schedule for orders and if you order it suddenly maybe can not make it. If you shows your interest in advance so we can take into account and ask when your lekku is started.
Do you discount?
By quantity.
From 3 units, write telling the time you give me to make and the amount and talked.
How place and order
- Watch Store
Check out Portfolio for custom items and ideas. - Measure your head.
- Choose what you want. Color, accessories, etc.
- Read the FAQ.
- If you want armor takes measurements of your body
- Make sure your delivery deadline no is too tight
- Make sure that your questions are not resolved in the webpage.
- Relax and do not hurry.
- When you have everything you send me an ORDER FORM or email with what you want, delivery date (if want), your details, your name, your delivery address and your PayPal account.
- If you want to make one or two payments
- I mail you the budget and ask for confirmation. If you want I will send a payment request from PayPal.
- I will keep you informed of the status of your order.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
How do I order something that is in stock?
If you want it with more items, use the usual way and write me in the form.
If it is the only thing that you want order, can use the contact form or email.
Be quick, First come (payment) first served.
Can headwrap be made of fake leather or fabric?
Currently, we are only working with leather, but you can leave us your suggestions.
Do you sell contact lenses?
No, currently not. That you see in tutorials are for reference.
Do you sell makeup?
No, except in exceptional cases.
Some customs are very severe with the makeup.
Do you complete outfits or just the headpiece?
Currently don’t make full suits, only parts, but you can make suggestions.
I can not afford those prices now, have I another option?
You can split the payment into two (or more if you order several lekkus at once), a deposit to enter the queue and the rest before the end, it will give you time to save.
My family spends economic problems but my dream is to be a Twi'lek! What can I do?
Stay attentive to our website and facebook because sometimes make sweepstakes, discount coupons, etc.
In Facebook is important choose View all notifications in LIKE tab. Facebook’s policy makes only a small part of our fans to see the publications, to force us to pay money for each publication for all to see. We posted only a maximum of 3 times a week so do not bother you, make sure that active option (sometimes even facebook the change without saying anything to make it inactive again) not to miss our discounts, news and contests.
I want a lekku with this particular form (attached photo).
Can order the styles of lekku you can see in Store
Write me with your idea, maybe have time and send you a bugdet. Have patience please.
Only you can make this character! Please take my request!
Usually don’t make custom orders, but if have time love to do new things!
Write us with your idea and we response you as soon as possible.
Do that sometimes you respond so fast and others take long to answer my email?
I usually respond as fast as I can, but sometimes it happens that:
- Potential time difference
- I’m out of town in an event or holiday
- Large volume of work
- Your email has gone into the SPAM folder without reason
- Gmail have some error
- Please be comprehensive, your email is not alone, I have work and life, sometimes even break.
But be attentive if it spend too many days and it does not receive a response, could be a mail error.
If no response in 4 or 5 days, feel free to write us a message private by facebook with your data (name and email) so we can check it.
Thank you for your patience and understanding
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