GelaSkins - Official Kindleboards Thread

[GelaSkins]

Hey KB peoples!

We wanted to drop in here and say Hi and thanks for all the support. We've certainly got some great feedback from lots of kindle owners in the past but we wanted to make a space in here for comments, questions, concerns and suggestions from the top kindle community. So, fire away...  

Cheers,

The GelaSkins Crew

[Harvey]

Welcome, GelaSkins - and thank you for being a sponsor of KindleBoards!

Kindle owners, if you haven't looked GelaSkins collection of Kindle skins, check them out here. We also have a GelaSkins skins browser that you can use to flip through their selection.

And, Gelaskins has a very easy-to-use custom skin service, where you can upload your own designs or photographs for your skin! Many KindleBoards members have created their own unique Kindle looks through that feature.

[Neo]

Hi and welcome to KB !

I love the Gelaskin designs, but the glossy finish just kills it for me. Any chance for a matte finish on your skins any time soon?

Thank you for dropping in here !

[maries]

I currently have a matte decalgirl but will be getting the Enamored Owl Gelaskin for when I switch cases.  I would love to see a matte finish as well or at least a low gloss.

[manou]

Same here, I love the designs but I don't like the glossy finish.

[J-Ro]

I received the Steampunk skin from Gelaskins a week or two ago.  Really like it.  Created a matching screensaver to go with it.



I don't mind the gloss (haven't had a matte one to compare), and it has a bit of a 'diamond' texture kind of like snakeskin to it that seems to make it seem a bit more substantial.

Looks great!

[Rihannsu]

Welcome Gelaskins! I have used decalgirl in the past and have been perusing here waiting for a "free shipping" or "% off" code, will you be offering anything like that to our members? have two kindles I need to dress

[GelaSkins]

To show some love, we've created a 10% Kindle Boards discount code that's good for the next 30 days. Just use KINDLEBOARDS when checking out and save a little scratch.

As far as the matte laminate goes, we're currently researching some different products for possible release. No promises here, but there is some headway being made.

[gina1230]

Oh, thank you.  I've had my eye on Bloom for some time.  I'll be heading over to your site shortly.

[hudsonam]

Hey GelaSkins! I just got my Van Gogh "Bloom" skin (I forget the whole name) and I love it. I had a skin from you for my K2 too, and I'm so glad you started making the cut-outs around the keyboard. If you can put out a matte version, I'll be yours forever.

[GelaSkins]

Hey GelaSkins! I just got my Van Gogh "Bloom" skin (I forget the whole name) and I love it. I had a skin from you for my K2 too, and I'm so glad you started making the cut-outs around the keyboard. If you can put out a matte version, I'll be yours forever.

Consider your feedback passed along. If and when we have them, we'll certainly post it here.

Oh, thank you.  I've had my eye on Bloom for some time.  I'll be heading over to your site shortly.

Check out the new Lawrence Yang, Climb. It's super

[maries]

Consider your feedback passed along. If and when we have them, we'll certainly post it here.

Check out the new Lawrence Yang, Climb. It's super

That is a beautiful skin.  Now I wish I had gotten the green or marigold ginkgo cover instead of the red!   

[kindlequeen]

I have Lawrence Yang's pink Bloom skin and I love it!!!!  My only problem with Gelaskins is that every time I go to the webpage, I fall in love with a new skin!!!!!  I only have like 10 on my wishlist.....

I did notice that the holes around the letters on the right side were slightly larger than the left (it's split, perfect from T to the left and larger from Y to the right), is this normal?

As for the glossy vs matte debate, I went with Gelaskins because my friend loves hers and she said the glare wasn't an issue.  I think the fact that the skin is textured does help cut down on some of the glare and it doesn't bother me a lot.

[BlondeStylus]

  Here's a question.  Did you people decide on a skin first and then your Oberon or Oberon first and then skins?  I can't decide what I like for either.  The more I look the more indecisive I become!

[maries]

  Here's a question.  Did you people decide on a skin first and then your Oberon or Oberon first and then skins?  I can't decide what I like for either.  The more I look the more indecisive I become!

It can be either way.   I had several covers I liked so started looking at those with different skins.  I thought I had a combo I really liked but not crazy about the skin I picked out (Decalgirl Far Side of the Moon) - it's a beautiful combo but the skin doesn't make me feel serene and happy.   So now I am trying to find a skin I like better with the red ginkgo.   I love my cover though.  The ones I like would have gone better with the fern ginkgo - but that is the color my husband has and I do love red.  Hoping I find one soon.  The Oberon red is a deep red and hard to find one I like with it that doesn't have a death or mayhem theme.  September I switch covers and have the Endangered owl picked out for then.

[GelaSkins]

I did notice that the holes around the letters on the right side were slightly larger than the left (it's split, perfect from T to the left and larger from Y to the right), is this normal?

No - the cutouts should be cut perfectly, and the same size. Shoot our customer service department an email at contact at gelaskins dot com. They'd be happy to sort you out!

The Oberon red is a deep red and hard to find one I like with it that doesn't have a death or mayhem theme. 

We've got some great red themed skins! Not sure if you have seen our National Geographic line of skins, but they have some breathtaking scenery with really pretty, rich colours. Here's a couple fab red ones:




Or if you prefer something a little more artsy, perhaps a classic like this:

[maries]

Gelaskin:
Thanks.   These are all very nice - not too busy and thankfully no skulls or blood!  I like the designs on all of them.
The first one looks too orange.
The second might work.
The third looks too purple but maybe this is just the pic of it.

I really like the new Lawrence Yang one.  If only I could change the green to red.

This is the red:
https://www.oberondesign.com/shop/images/products/9730.jpg

[GelaSkins]

Happy to help 

I'm afraid that we can't actually alter any of the colours in our artists pieces - we can only offer them as they were originally intended. Although, if there is a similar design, we do offer a "create your own" tool which allows you to use any image you like, on any template. I'd be happy to elaborate on this if it is something you would be interested in.

PS - really, really nice Oberon! I'd be happy to make a couple more suggestions if you like.

[maries]

Happy to help 

I'm afraid that we can't actually alter any of the colours in our artists pieces - we can only offer them as they were originally intended. Although, if there is a similar design, we do offer a "create your own" tool which allows you to use any image you like, on any template. I'd be happy to elaborate on this if it is something you would be interested in.

PS - really, really nice Oberon! I'd be happy to make a couple more suggestions if you like.

Would love more suggestions along with info on creating one if it comes to that.

[GelaSkins]

Check out this one - It only has a splash of red, but it is a really deep, bright red. Super close to the colour of your Oberon.



Otherwise, I would suggest perhaps checking out something with a little more of a contrast. One of our most popular Kindle Skins is the bookshelf design. I know you don't like "pattern-y" skins, but thought this very fitting



Check out for our full library of Kindle Skins: http://www.gelaskins.com/store/skins/tablets_and_ereaders/Kindle_3/

Or, Check out the Collaborators Kindle Skins here for the rest of those National Geographics. You'll need to scroll down past the Marvel Skins: http://www.gelaskins.com/store/skins/tablets_and_ereaders/Kindle_3/Collaborators/

As for the custom skins, the options are endless. The first step is to figure out what image you would like to use. You can use any image from our gallery, or an image that you find yourself. If you decide to use an image from our galleries, just save it as one of your favorites by selecting the small gray heart (directly beside the image). This will allow it to appear automatically in the customizer. If you have a different image in mind of your own (a family photo perhaps?), or you have found one online, download it and save it to your desktop computer. Ensure that it is saved in a .JPG, .PNG, or .GIF. The size of the image should be at least 2000 x 2500 pixels.

Now that you have the image that you would like to use in mind, and have taken the appropriate steps to make it available to you, go ahead to our site. Select to go to the "create your own" section of the webpage. Select to "start a new project". Choose your device by selecting the type of device on the left hand side of the page (tablets and e-readers), then the specific device which you will be creating for (Kindle 2, 3, DX).

Once you have selected this you will be brought to a page that says "choose your art" in the top right hand corner. If you have selected to use one of our artist's pieces, and have saved it as one of your favorites, you will see it available under "your images", on the right hand side. If you intend on using an image that is on your computer, this is where you would upload it. Select "choose files" on the right hand side. Select your file. Select "upload". You will see your image in progress for a few minutes. When the image is uploaded, select "Let's lay it out".

It will take a moment or two to load up the customizer. Once you are in, you will be prompted to watch the video tutorial (we strongly recommend this!). You will see your image(s) readily available in the image bar, at the bottom of your screen. It is then as simple as dragging and dropping the image on the template. Ensure you lay out all pieces of your Skin by selecting to lay out the front & back on the right hand side.

From here, you only need to click through the steps to preview, and add it to your cart. Sounds a little lengthy, but I can assure you it is super user friendly. Any questions about the process - please post!

[maries]

Thanks for this info.  I have a lot to think about it ut good to know thee are a lot of options.

[kindlequeen]

Thanks for the excellent customer service!  I'll shoot them an email this weekend!

As for the make your own template.... it's super easy to use!  I love the user interface on their site and used to play with it just for fun.  I almost did a really cool one of the Golden Gate Bridge but it just didn't work right with my pink cover. 

As for red skins, I like these:

http://www.gelaskins.com/store/skins/tablets_and_ereaders/Kindle_3/Mandevilla_Flower

http://www.gelaskins.com/store/skins/tablets_and_ereaders/Kindle_3/Maple_Leaves

http://www.gelaskins.com/store/skins/tablets_and_ereaders/Kindle_3/Smoke_Tree_Leaf

I'm in love with the National Geographic images.  My fave is the turtle!  (Sorry I don't know how to insert the pics)

[shortstuff410]

I love gelaskins.  In the past I have owned 3, and I just bought one for my kindle.  At one point I decided to try a decal girl, because it was slightly cheeper, but the quality was much less than the gelaskins covers.  I ended up replacing it a week after I bought the decal girl...guess I didn't save any money after all! 

Right now I am waiting on my "Stay Calm Carry On" Kindle cover, and I am picking a cover for my brand spanking new 15 inch MacBook Pro.  I know these aren't kindle cover's but do you guys have preferences?

http://gelaskins.com/store/skins/laptops/15inch_Unibody_MacBook_Pro/Letting_Go

or

http://gelaskins.com/store/skins/laptops/15inch_Unibody_MacBook_Pro/Sosheskaz_Falls

[Pushka]

I am currently doing one for the Nook - I love that you also "design" the wallpaper for it.  One question - does the wallpaper automatically adjust itself according how you designed the front page? 

[maverick777]

My Gelaskins arrived today.  It fits pretty nicely and isn't quite as glossy as I thought it would be, which is a good thing.  It was pretty easy to put on as well.

I wish there was a screensaver/wallpaper to go along with the skins for those of us with the screensaver hack, but other than that I'm thoroughly satisfied with the skin.  

Front (inside my Kindle lighted cover)


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