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Post by mom on Jan 3, 2018 6:17:07 GMT
So, I was looking at my orders and trying to figure out why I bought 4 of one paper (the b side is the one I liked, not the a side that showed in my order) and their 12x12 paper is being sold for. 1.50! That is insane, right? I know prices on paper are up,but they aren’t that much are they? And since it is older papers they certainly shouldn’t be asking that much. I couldn’t believe it when I saw that price. What is the matter with them? wow! Thats nuts. SaveSave
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Post by elegantsufficiency on Jan 3, 2018 9:18:46 GMT
<<Wow that's crazy. I can't imagine a hire car company being that easy to deal with. So far it's been mindless bureaucracy . Patience is my middle name>>
@northrigg welcome to hire car UK!! Renting a car in the US is so easy and cheap compared with over here (as no doubt you have discovered). Plus, we do bureaucracy so well, don't we?! Sorry your trip is beset with all of those issues and hope it doesn't ruin what's left of your valuable time.
I couldn't believe how relaxed they were about the "lost" car - I had spent a sleepless night imagining the thieves staging some kind of heist, posing as us, the innocent renters. Of course, I KNEW we were about to be arrested and thrown into jail for the crime and shook my dh awake to warn him what was going to happen. When the woman on the end of the phone kind of shrugged and said never mind, it was almost disappointing <gggg> (not really!)
Hope it's all soon sorted!!
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Post by scrapaddict702 on Jan 4, 2018 0:29:24 GMT
I have no clue if this has been mentioned or not, but has anyone else noticed that Jen Schow is no longer on the DT for Elle's Studio? I know I had mentioned previously that the new AE kit might be a conflict of interest and from what I can tell, I might not have been off base. The DT has 4 people per row except for the last row...which to me looks like there was a spot that had been filled that became empty. I could be reading too much into it, but usually the images are nice and balanced...the ES one comes off as a last minute edit to me. I could definitely be wrong, though...pure speculation on my part.
She could also be staying on purely as a product designer, too.
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Post by AmandaA on Jan 4, 2018 2:00:57 GMT
Wasn't Jen Chapin on Elle's DT last year when she was also on SC's in some capacity (regular contributor or something like that... but official enough that they made mention when she left around the time of her move). That was a much more clear cut example of someone working with competing product to me than the new kits of Ali's... and it apparently wasn't an issue then (if I am recalling all of that correctly).
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Post by cbscrapper on Jan 4, 2018 12:09:59 GMT
I had noticed that Jen Schow kinda disappeared through December and did not do her usual Elle’s unboxing video for the December kit (I always enjoyed watching them to get a better look at the product) or post much on instagram. I get the feeling it’s not about conflict of interest (many people are on multiple design teams, and they all compete for our SB dollars) but rather being overcommitted and needing to cut back. I seem to remember her mentioning that somewhere (maybe a YouTube video?).
Yes, Jen Chapin was on SC and ES teams, but dropped both it seems.
I enjoy seeing both of these ladies’ work, so I’m sad to see them leave ES.
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Post by paperamy on Jan 4, 2018 19:43:52 GMT
I have no clue if this has been mentioned or not, but has anyone else noticed that Jen Schow is no longer on the DT for Elle's Studio? I know I had mentioned previously that the new AE kit might be a conflict of interest and from what I can tell, I might not have been off base. The DT has 4 people per row except for the last row...which to me looks like there was a spot that had been filled that became empty. I could be reading too much into it, but usually the images are nice and balanced...the ES one comes off as a last minute edit to me. I could definitely be wrong, though...pure speculation on my part. She could also be staying on purely as a product designer, too. Jess Forster and Laura Wonsik are currently on both the Ali Edwards and Elle’s Studio Design teams, so I don’t think it’s a conflict of interest.
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Post by QueSeraSera on Jan 4, 2018 20:41:23 GMT
Studio Calico is doing yet another survey. Link on Instagram. Hurry right over to give them the same feedback that they continually ignore because it doesn't fit what they want to hear.
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Post by wordfish on Jan 4, 2018 22:02:43 GMT
I would give them GREAT feedback today because the UPS man delivered my two big boxes from the sale and as far as I can tell, the order was perfect. I actually don't have any complaints about Studio Calico that I can think of, although that's not to discount the experiences of those who do. I went from having almost no Studio Calico products except what I bought at scrapbook stores to having a studio that resembles a SC museum, circa 2014 to present day.
Today's order contained over 60 stamp sets plus 5 roller stamps and 16 different kits that came in the cool kit bags, plus a few that were in paper bags I think. Plus so much other stuff.
I also went to the sale they had in Bowling Green, which was my gateway sale. I brought my sister with me and she was so completely overwhelmed. We traveled in style in her cool 'Vette (she has way more money than I do) and we barely fit our hauls into the trunk. Oops. Anyway, now she is a scrapbook maniac with a studio of her own, stuffed to the gills in not even 24 months, but the main thing that spurred her crazy buying sprees was what she calls "The Calico sale."
I am probably at SC oversaturation level now, but I still enjoy their stuff. Part of it is because I have gotten such great deals on it, but also because I kind of dig a lot of their esthetic.
There have been lots of times I have shopped over there based on tips I read here first, so I thank you guys for that. I'll bet this thread has driven A TON of business their way, if only to take advantage of the crazy sales and codes and stuff.
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Post by pancakes on Jan 5, 2018 16:46:31 GMT
I used the Instagram survey code to get $5 off a 6x8 album. I wish other people sold more 6x8 albums. Also hate that everyone’s rings are different.
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Post by lakritze on Jan 5, 2018 17:43:57 GMT
Studio Calico is doing yet another survey. Link on Instagram. Hurry right over to give them the same feedback that they continually ignore because it doesn't fit what they want to hear. I especially liked the question about 'what you like most about SC' and one of the choices is 'the community' - they have killed their community - it is no more!! So, either the survey is made up months ago or -as usual- the person who made it has no clue what's going on (I bet on cluelessness lol)
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Post by shutterbug2sue on Jan 5, 2018 17:44:15 GMT
So, anyone taking bets on the timing of the next mega-clearance-clean sweep sale?
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Post by peachiceteas on Jan 5, 2018 18:34:42 GMT
I used the Instagram survey code to get $5 off a 6x8 album. I wish other people sold more 6x8 albums. Also hate that everyone’s rings are different. Thanks for posting about the code. I used it to get the chipboard circles and the paper pad sat in my cart. This stamp is the cheapest, most useful thing on the site to bump up the total but keep the shipping low. There is a piece of 25c 12x12 paper but that shoots up international shipping.
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Post by icequeen on Jan 5, 2018 18:39:20 GMT
Well, my mega sale box arrived and I have to admit, nothing's changed.
Couldn't figure out why my order got split into two shipments (no additional cost to me, just the nuisance of separate delivery days). I unpacked everything knowing some things wouldn't be there and am absolutely baffled by their decision to send 2 sheets of 12x12 paper via UPS Worldwide Expedited. The first box still had room so I'm not sure who's brilliant idea this was, but I'm sure a knowledge accountant or shipping manager would be ticked. There is no rationale for this. Naturally, to make up for it they sent two of one item (but only billed me for one). Knowing that quality control and efficiency is still at the same level it was as when I gave up on them, it's time to resume my SC boycott. I try to be forgiving and give second chances, and I'm thankful that I don't have to contact CS to get the missing item, but willfully dealing with inefficient businesses is not in my DNA.
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Post by caspad on Jan 5, 2018 19:55:30 GMT
Studio Calico is doing yet another survey. Link on Instagram. Hurry right over to give them the same feedback that they continually ignore because it doesn't fit what they want to hear. I tried to take the survey but since I don't follow them on any social media, I can't submit the form! It's a required field. #scfail
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Post by lasteve1 on Jan 5, 2018 20:59:23 GMT
Studio Calico is doing yet another survey. Link on Instagram. Hurry right over to give them the same feedback that they continually ignore because it doesn't fit what they want to hear. I tried to take the survey but since I don't follow them on any social media, I can't submit the form! It's a required field. #scfail I know! I don't buy classes from them so I said so, but then I still had to select which type of class I would like to see.
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Post by peachiceteas on Jan 6, 2018 9:29:55 GMT
So, who wants a five dollar code?
I got one part of my sale order today and it came with a 'try a free month on us' code.
It's valid on Documenter subscriptions only, but you can use it on month-to-month. I just checked out and it works.
SCDOC5
youre welcome
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Post by dawnnikol on Jan 6, 2018 12:32:06 GMT
992WA4MG
for $5 off $10
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Post by cbscrapper on Jan 6, 2018 14:11:51 GMT
I got the same code for the survey they sent by email, so it looks like you don’t get a unique code. I don’t really see anything that I’m still willing to pay their prices plus shipping, especially not after the prices in the clearance sale. They still have so many of the items but now listed at full price. I see a stamp I paid $0.50 for now listed at $9.99. And of course I missed the last call sale prices.
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Post by cbscrapper on Jan 6, 2018 14:17:38 GMT
So, who wants a five dollar code? I got one part of my sale order today and it came with a 'try a free month on us' code. It's valid on Documenter subscriptions only, but you can use it on month-to-month. I just checked out and it works. SCDOC5 youre welcome Thanks for sharing! It comes up free! Is there any fine print?
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Post by cbscrapper on Jan 6, 2018 14:21:00 GMT
Oh - they charge for shipping though. I prefer that to the $5 kit plus free shipping because then I don’t have to pay tax! Plus, upgraded shipping is cheaper!
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Post by Deleted on Jan 6, 2018 15:01:12 GMT
I felt like the survey was just to dig up more ways to piss us off.
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Post by cbscrapper on Jan 6, 2018 15:56:05 GMT
I think they might be looking to start a TN kit, but possibly ditch a low-performing kit (maybe the planner judging by the quantities in the clearance sale). I thought the CS question was interesting.
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Post by gigi333 on Jan 6, 2018 18:18:24 GMT
Rotflmao i got the exact same here is your unique promo code
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Post by anniefb on Jan 6, 2018 20:49:15 GMT
AE also has a survey with almost identical questions - and there’s a free set of cards at the end as a thank you. I saw it mentioned in FB.
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Post by peachiceteas on Jan 6, 2018 23:52:02 GMT
Oh - they charge for shipping though. I prefer that to the $5 kit plus free shipping because then I don’t have to pay tax! Plus, upgraded shipping is cheaper! I noticed that too. I paid 4.50 and no $3 handling fee. Makes the kit like £2 for me.
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Post by paddingtonpink on Jan 7, 2018 1:44:00 GMT
AE also has a survey with almost identical questions - and there’s a free set of cards at the end as a thank you. I saw it mentioned in FB. Do you have a pic of the cards? I’m curious if it’s worth doing the survey for.
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Post by mich5481 on Jan 7, 2018 1:51:47 GMT
AE also has a survey with almost identical questions - and there’s a free set of cards at the end as a thank you. I saw it mentioned in FB. Do you have a pic of the cards? I’m curious if it’s worth doing the survey for. I think you can download them straight from her shop - just sort everything from low to high prices.
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Post by anniefb on Jan 7, 2018 2:09:40 GMT
AE also has a survey with almost identical questions - and there’s a free set of cards at the end as a thank you. I saw it mentioned in FB. Do you have a pic of the cards? I’m curious if it’s worth doing the survey for. Here you go. As mich5481 said you should be able to find them in the shop.
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Post by paddingtonpink on Jan 7, 2018 3:07:28 GMT
Do you have a pic of the cards? I’m curious if it’s worth doing the survey for. Here you go. As mich5481 said you should be able to find them in the shop. View AttachmentThanks anniefb and mich5481
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Post by cbscrapper on Jan 8, 2018 12:53:22 GMT
This just illustrates (again) the difference between Ali’s and SC’s philosophy and customer service. SC makes you shell out money and buy something as a thank you; Ali truly gives you something as a genuine thank you.
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