Much less excitement here.  I didn't even need help from Stella, just a pocketful of 20% Off Any One Item coupons from Harbor Freight and a  week of trips there after work.  My research helped me design a teepee cover using 9'x12' cotton canvas drop cloths from HF and an interior lining of moving blankets from Amazon.  Total cost:  under $150, about 10% of a similar setup purchased from professionals.  I just hope it's not 10% as good.