tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7511830915476113380.post4111350359887423358..comments2024-03-04T12:00:09.723+00:00Comments on Bells & Labs: REVIEW: Lotus BelleBells & Labshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10616794431269069304noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7511830915476113380.post-76032809206841557992019-05-08T07:57:15.921+01:002019-05-08T07:57:15.921+01:00Love to explore more amazing camping tutorials lik...Love to explore more amazing camping tutorials like this one.<br /><a href="https://www.ezybook.co.uk/car-parking-heathrow" rel="nofollow">cheap heathrow airport parking</a><br />John Hilstonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14887513769329595576noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7511830915476113380.post-23334018781618589042016-11-25T22:25:34.695+00:002016-11-25T22:25:34.695+00:00I was set on a zip in ground sheet, but was told b...I was set on a zip in ground sheet, but was told by the gal at Lotus Belle that the velcro version makes the tent far easier to put up and take down. My only reservation was does the velcro go completely around the perimeter of the ground sheet, as I dont want bugs getting in (especially scorpions as I live in Arizona). I was told that the velcro flaps do indeed go completely around the perimeter of the Ground sheet, except for about 1/4 inch on either side of each pole which she said most folks retrofit with a cover of some sort, which would be quite easy to do with a bit of sticky velcro and a small bit of waterproof fabric. Also, zippers wear out... THEN what do you do? They don't appear to sell replacement Ground sheets so I'm going with the velcro. Hope this helps. I know this is an older post but perhaps others could benefit from this bit of advice. :-)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17504346125172347529noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7511830915476113380.post-56773160288563512182016-11-25T22:20:25.589+00:002016-11-25T22:20:25.589+00:00This comment has been removed by the author.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17504346125172347529noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7511830915476113380.post-68568854673406009892016-11-25T22:07:51.273+00:002016-11-25T22:07:51.273+00:00ROFL!!!ROFL!!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17504346125172347529noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7511830915476113380.post-8664172724842870302016-11-25T22:06:53.257+00:002016-11-25T22:06:53.257+00:00I thought this tent was adorable as soon as I laid...I thought this tent was adorable as soon as I laid eyes on it! After doing much research, although pricey, I will be purchasing the 5m hybrid deluxe version to live in full time in a couple of years when I retire. Cant wait! :-D Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17504346125172347529noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7511830915476113380.post-49164598963560926592015-12-14T13:00:45.500+00:002015-12-14T13:00:45.500+00:00It's like a thick nylon - contact Hari at Lotu...It's like a thick nylon - contact Hari at Lotus Belle UK, I'm sure she can help! Just contact them, stocks are probably out, but back next spring.<br />It will probably cost as much to source fabric and make them, as it would to purchase one (I think they retail for about £150)<br /><br />Congratulations on your new palace!Bells & Labshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10616794431269069304noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7511830915476113380.post-39805573886068609752015-12-11T15:08:29.578+00:002015-12-11T15:08:29.578+00:00So I just sent away all my student loan refund mon...So I just sent away all my student loan refund money to Lotus Belle to purchase the 16' Outback, a porch, AND the new Lotus Bud (I plan to set the bud up behind the 16' tent as a separate room out the back door).<br /><br />I love the covers but I can't find someone that makes them for sale.... so... I'm going to make my own! I have a sewing machine... it can't be that hard, right??<br /><br />The ones you used, do you know what material was used for them?Demeterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04912895610004507274noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7511830915476113380.post-55293285031521996372015-07-19T12:33:45.977+01:002015-07-19T12:33:45.977+01:00since when has 'need' been part of the equ...since when has 'need' been part of the equation....<br /><br />Bells & Labshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10616794431269069304noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7511830915476113380.post-52623285716894494262015-07-19T12:32:04.521+01:002015-07-19T12:32:04.521+01:00Thanks Vic - yes the macrame candle jars were hand...Thanks Vic - yes the macrame candle jars were hand made, they take minutes honest! I made a 4th one at the campsite, as i had odd numbers. (if i get chance I'll post some instructions on the blog)<br /><br />Agree about the ehu, it slots in anywhere - although by choice i would have the velcro groundsheet.<br /><br />Originally I thought the velcro was a strange idea at the top, and thought a zip would be better. However in retrospect I prefer the velcro - i was able to thread all my bunting/backdrop/jars etc through it!<br /><br />I think a plain cream with some nice patterns would also work well for an additional 'hat'<br /><br />If you are making mods, i would try and source some fairly heavyweight industrial velcro - it works really wellBells & Labshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10616794431269069304noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7511830915476113380.post-25681324196379153282015-07-19T12:16:42.889+01:002015-07-19T12:16:42.889+01:00I like the fact that the walls had the poles pre-t...I like the fact that the walls had the poles pre-threaded, obviously with a new one you'd only have to do that once. I am in the green octopus camp (lol) but I wonder if they'll sell 'hats' separately so you could have a certain amount of customization. I forsee a 'print your own photo' type hat or at least a range of funky designs. The green leaf is very restful and quite classy. From what I can see they give the flexibility of a yurt without that extreme packsize and the fact that it's PIG means you can feed the EHU cable in discreetly anywhere (rather than my SIG Bell, where it has to go through the front door - that's not something I intend to live with for much longer...just at the moment deciding between zips or velcro any advice welcome). <br />As ever you have it beautifully dressed inside and I particularly like your macrame candle jars. Did you make them yourself? I imagine you did. <br /><br />Campervichttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14722490156280104330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7511830915476113380.post-7823827275881460812015-07-19T12:14:28.113+01:002015-07-19T12:14:28.113+01:00it definitely looked better in the flesh... much l...it definitely looked better in the flesh... much less 'oniony' :-)<br /><br />i loved the octopus topper best..<br /><br />trying really hard not to be tempted .. i do not need a new tent...i do not need a new....i do not need ....i do not.... i do.... i do... i do... i do :-)<br /><br />kit..Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7511830915476113380.post-76604405625297137212015-07-19T10:54:42.576+01:002015-07-19T10:54:42.576+01:00There were mixed opinions on red or green, everyon...There were mixed opinions on red or green, everyone had their own favourite, although obviously it didnt have to have any of the poly roofs on.<br />Berlingo and Brenderup 1205s trailer with high sides was mode of transport... :)Bells & Labshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10616794431269069304noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7511830915476113380.post-9327629303376463442015-07-19T09:19:42.086+01:002015-07-19T09:19:42.086+01:00Looking at the tent on its own I would have to agr...Looking at the tent on its own I would have to agree with you and say it's ugly, but the green 'octopus' on top changes the whole thing entirely - I think it's cute. Not sure about the red roof, though I think it would grow on me in time.<br /><br />The inside looks fabulous, as do all your tent set-ups - I'm sure you must have an artic to transport all your stuff! lolTigermousehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11386636767916316587noreply@blogger.com