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Melissa Volkmann
8 months ago
Mission Log #004: Order Packing In Progress & Shipping Update
Hi everyone,
This update is long overdue — thank you for your patience.
The books are finished, and we’ve started packing this weekend with some extra help (see below). :)
Before final shipping, I’ll be confirming addresses for anyone who isn’t doing local pickup/drop-off, since it’s been a while.
To say thank you for waiting, we’ll be covering shipping costs for everyone.
I’ll follow up shortly with:
- address confirmations
- shipping timelines
- local pickup/drop-off details
For anyone curious about the delay: late spring and early summer were consumed by a major work project for my day job, and shortly after that I found out I was pregnant. It’s been a tougher pregnancy than expected, but the baby is almost here — and I’m relieved to finally be at the finish line with this project.
Thank you again for sticking with this. I can’t wait for these books to reach you.
— Melissa
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Melissa Volkmann
over 1 year ago
Mission Log #003: Delayed, Still on Course
Hey crew! It’s been a bit since the last log — thanks for hanging in there. Here’s where everything’s at:
I got sick earlier this month, which slowed a few things down — so I’ll be missing the original May deadline. That said, things are moving again, and I’m aiming to start shipping by the end of June or early July.
Here’s where everything stands:
⏳ BOOKS: In progress
⏳ BLACKLIGHT KITS: In progress
⏳ STICKERS: In progress
âś… BOOKMARKS: Done
⏳ STICKERS: In progress
âś… BOOKMARKS: Done
âś… DIGITAL PAGES: Done
âś… PATCHES: Done
âś… PINS: Done (see photo below!)
âś… PRINTS: Done
Grateful for your patience — shipping is in sight!
I’ll be requesting final shipping info soon, so keep an eye out for that in the next update. 🚀💛
I’ll be requesting final shipping info soon, so keep an eye out for that in the next update. 🚀💛
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Melissa Volkmann
over 1 year ago
Mission Log #002: 🛠️ Production Update + Coloring Workshop! 🎨
Hey crew!
Just a quick transmission to let you know that all the items are currently in production! We’re cruising along right on schedule, and so far, everything’s looking promising from mission control.
Also—if you’re local to the Las Vegas area, we’ll be hosting our first coloring workshop at Market in the Alley this coming Saturday, March 29th at The Green! 🌿✨
Come hang out, try some fun coloring tools, and get a sneak peek at what’s coming. We’d love to see you there—space suits optional but encouraged. 👽
Over and out,
Melissa
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Melissa Volkmann
over 1 year ago
Mission Log #001: Campaign Complete – What’s Next? 💫
Welcome to our newest crew members! We did it! Our ship has launched, and the adventure is officially underway. 🌌✨
Before we hit warp speed, we need a quick systems check:
👩‍🚀 YOUR MISSION:
Keep an eye on your inbox next week for a transmission (aka a Backerkit survey)! This is your chance to confirm your preferred name for the official crew roster and be forever immortalized in Far Out: Space Adventure!
Before we hit warp speed, we need a quick systems check:
👩‍🚀 YOUR MISSION:
Keep an eye on your inbox next week for a transmission (aka a Backerkit survey)! This is your chance to confirm your preferred name for the official crew roster and be forever immortalized in Far Out: Space Adventure!
In the meantime, follow @faroutcolor for bonus mission updates and behind-the-scenes transmissions.
Thanks for being part of this journey—now, full speed ahead! 🚀💫
Over and out,
Melissa
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Melissa Volkmann
over 1 year ago
🌟 Thanks everyone! We're close to our first stretch goal! 🌟
This project has been years in the making, and putting it out again into the world was nerve-wracking. But your support has overwhelmed me (in the best way).
• We hit our first funding goal in less than 12 hours!
• We’re 92% to our first stretch goal! When we hit it, everyone will get a bonus enamel pin.
If you know someone who’d love it, please share the campaign—it means so much. 🚀
With gratitude as big as the galaxy,
Melissa
PS: Should I make the bonus pin glow-in-the-dark? 🤔
PS: Should I make the bonus pin glow-in-the-dark? 🤔
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Melissa Volkmann
almost 2 years ago
🎨 Chill and Color Stream 🎨
Kick off your weekend with some creative vibes! Join me this Friday at 1 PM PST for a laid-back stream with chill music, coloring, and good company. Whether you’re coloring, drawing, crafting, or just hanging out, this is the perfect way to break through a creative block or simply unwind. See you there!
— Melissa
— Melissa
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Melissa Volkmann
CREATOR
over 1 year ago
Project Update: Mission Log #001: Campaign Complete – What’s Next? 💫
Welcome to our newest crew members! We did it! Our ship has launched, and the adventure is officially underway. 🌌✨
Before we hit warp speed, we need a quick systems check:
👩‍🚀 YOUR MISSION:
Keep an eye on your inbox next week for a transmission (aka a Backerkit survey)! This is your chance to confirm your preferred name for the official crew roster and be forever immortalized in Far Out: Space Adventure!
Before we hit warp speed, we need a quick systems check:
👩‍🚀 YOUR MISSION:
Keep an eye on your inbox next week for a transmission (aka a Backerkit survey)! This is your chance to confirm your preferred name for the official crew roster and be forever immortalized in Far Out: Space Adventure!
In the meantime, follow @faroutcolor for bonus mission updates and behind-the-scenes transmissions.
Thanks for being part of this journey—now, full speed ahead! 🚀💫
Over and out,
Melissa
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Engaged with this project 3+ times 🌟
Again no communication since Jan 2026. I am very patient but totally feel like two years to receive a colouring book is a bit long. I have not been contacted regarding my shipping address. Paid in Dec 2025 and at this time feel like we have been scammed. Will never back someone again.
PROJECT UPDATE
Melissa Volkmann
CREATOR
8 months ago
Project Update: Mission Log #004: Order Packing In Progress & Shipping Update
Hi everyone,
This update is long overdue — thank you for your patience.
The books are finished, and we’ve started packing this weekend with some extra help (see below). :)
Before final shipping, I’ll be confirming addresses for anyone who isn’t doing local pickup/drop-off, since it’s been a while.
To say thank you for waiting, we’ll be covering shipping costs for everyone.
I’ll follow up shortly with:
- address confirmations
- shipping timelines
- local pickup/drop-off details
For anyone curious about the delay: late spring and early summer were consumed by a major work project for my day job, and shortly after that I found out I was pregnant. It’s been a tougher pregnancy than expected, but the baby is almost here — and I’m relieved to finally be at the finish line with this project.
Thank you again for sticking with this. I can’t wait for these books to reach you.
— Melissa
PROJECT UPDATE
Melissa Volkmann
CREATOR
over 1 year ago
Project Update: Mission Log #003: Delayed, Still on Course
Hey crew! It’s been a bit since the last log — thanks for hanging in there. Here’s where everything’s at:
I got sick earlier this month, which slowed a few things down — so I’ll be missing the original May deadline. That said, things are moving again, and I’m aiming to start shipping by the end of June or early July.
Here’s where everything stands:
⏳ BOOKS: In progress
⏳ BLACKLIGHT KITS: In progress
⏳ STICKERS: In progress
âś… BOOKMARKS: Done
⏳ STICKERS: In progress
âś… BOOKMARKS: Done
âś… DIGITAL PAGES: Done
âś… PATCHES: Done
âś… PINS: Done (see photo below!)
âś… PRINTS: Done
Grateful for your patience — shipping is in sight!
I’ll be requesting final shipping info soon, so keep an eye out for that in the next update. 🚀💛
I’ll be requesting final shipping info soon, so keep an eye out for that in the next update. 🚀💛
PROJECT UPDATE
Melissa Volkmann
CREATOR
over 1 year ago
Project Update: Mission Log #002: 🛠️ Production Update + Coloring Workshop! 🎨
Hey crew!
Just a quick transmission to let you know that all the items are currently in production! We’re cruising along right on schedule, and so far, everything’s looking promising from mission control.
Also—if you’re local to the Las Vegas area, we’ll be hosting our first coloring workshop at Market in the Alley this coming Saturday, March 29th at The Green! 🌿✨
Come hang out, try some fun coloring tools, and get a sneak peek at what’s coming. We’d love to see you there—space suits optional but encouraged. 👽
Over and out,
Melissa
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