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Post by jenny225 on Jul 24, 2014 6:14:30 GMT
Has anyone ever bought the random scrap bags from any of the daily deal sites? Yesterday my curiousity got the best of me and I ordered one from peachy cheap. Now I'm feeling sucked in to the sdd one today! Any insights?
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Post by st1tches1 on Jul 24, 2014 12:27:04 GMT
My daughter LOVES to get grab bags- she will go to conventions and ALWAYS buy one- there are usually things in there she absolutely loves- but then she's not really selective... A.K.A. "picky"
Let us know how it turns out! I'll be excited to hear if it was worth your time and $
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Post by triplettkarla on Jul 24, 2014 12:37:29 GMT
I was tempted also let us know. I think it would be pretty good from them.
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Post by tiffanytwisted on Jul 24, 2014 13:39:33 GMT
I've always been curious, too. Definitely let us know!
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Post by rebecca on Jul 24, 2014 16:33:27 GMT
I have purchased a few from Peachy Cheap, but was not happy with the last one. I hope yours is better--be sure to let us know how you like it!
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Post by Prenticekid on Jul 24, 2014 17:15:13 GMT
They are fun. Just don't "assume" that you are getting a great bag of everything you like with no duplicates of products they already own. I always see bad reviews of grab bags or subscription boxes because people don't seem to grasp the concept of receiving miscellaneous and random items - and in the case of grab bags, UNWANTED items that have not previously sold. Even if I didn't like everything, I have been pleased with past PeachyCheap grab bags.
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Post by mandolyn9909 on Jul 24, 2014 17:37:48 GMT
I have never got one but here is a youtube haul video of one from a few months. I think it looks pretty good. I don't have a lot of budget for scrapbooking so I hate to spend it on stuff that I don't even know if I want, but have always been tempted with them as well. peachy cheap grab bag haul |
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Post by Renee on Jul 24, 2014 19:18:57 GMT
I've always wondered about this as well! I'm tempted, then talk myself out of it.
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Post by robkaynel on Jul 24, 2014 20:57:37 GMT
I can't wait to hear how you like it. I always pass on them because I am afraid it will be either stuff I already have or don't like. Good luck! Kind of like Christmas in July.
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Post by jenny225 on Jul 24, 2014 21:55:21 GMT
Thanks for posting the video link Mandolyn! I agree, that set looked pretty good.  I will def keep you all posted and let you know what I receive! My mom and sister and I all scrapbook, with relatively different styles (and none of us being too current!) so I'm hoping I might find some items to save for stocking stuffers as well! |
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Post by craftygamer on Jul 24, 2014 23:55:59 GMT
By the looks of that video, I might have to keep an eye out for the next grab bag they do. I'm one of those that loves grab bag type stuff. My mom scraps, too, and our styles are totally different. Chances are, if there's something I can't use, she can. I'd definitely buy it, if the chance came again. It seems like a really good deal.
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Post by jookie on Jul 25, 2014 2:03:40 GMT
It is tempting and I love a surprise. I just recently subscribed to the SC kit. Let us know what you receive!
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Post by totravel on Jul 28, 2014 1:34:18 GMT
Meh...it's a toss-up. I get excited getting stuff I'm not expecting and I also have been disappointed if the bag contains a lot of paper that I don't use or already have too much of (i.e. Halloween, Christmas).
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Post by chrissy321 on Jul 28, 2014 3:25:55 GMT
I love grab bags and usually find some way to use what is in there or I give it away. Usually I find more good stuff than bad.
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Post by anniefb on Jul 28, 2014 6:08:49 GMT
I'm not really a grab bag kind of person. Although you can get some good deals, I prefercto choose exactly what I want.
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Post by Dani B. on Aug 3, 2014 4:02:27 GMT
Well, I was always uncertain until I made a GO for it. I was kind of disappointed. The papers were good brand and weight, but the colors really put me off. But, you see, I had to try, at least once. I won't do it again. But good luck with yours. Post the contents if you can. It always give other people ideas of what comes in the bags.
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Post by anniefb on Aug 3, 2014 4:11:49 GMT
I wonder how jenny225 got on with her order?
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Post by Dani B. on Aug 3, 2014 4:34:46 GMT
I wonder how jenny225 got on with her order? Me too. |
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Post by jenny225 on Aug 4, 2014 0:59:20 GMT
Hello Ladies!!! I apologize that it took me a couple days post receiving to post pics and info…but here goes! I received my bag on Thursday and it came in Priority Mail Flat Rate Envelope. I'm going to try inserting pics for the first time on here. Bear with me if this goes south!! i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah246/jenny22551/IMG_8452_zpsd0e6b340.jpg-Jenni Bowlin Chipboard Buttons -Heidi Swapp Stickers -October Afternoon Washi Tape [img src="http://s1382.photobucket.com/user/jenny22551/media/IMG_8462_zps16e4d10c.jpg.html?filters[user]=141037989&filters[recent]=1&sort=1&o=4" alt=" "] -Basic Grey Designer Tab Pages -Jenni Bowlin Flatbacks -Jenni Bowlin Red/Black Line Extension III Journaling Cards -Jenni Bowlin Family Tree Journaling Cards [img src="http://s1382.photobucket.com/user/jenny22551/media/IMG_8453_zps3a821661.jpg.html?filters[user]=141037989&filters[recent]=1&sort=1&o=4" alt=" "] -4 Zazz! Glitter Glues (black, diamond, mediterranean, icicle) -Basic Grey Hey You! stitched brads -Pink Paislee Sentiment Series Stamps -Glitz Finley Bits & Pieces [img src="http://s1382.photobucket.com/user/jenny22551/media/IMG_8454_zpsd07c49a1.jpg.html?filters[user]=141037989&filters[recent]=1&sort=1&o=1" alt=" "] -Basic Grey Fresh Cut Pompoms -American Crafts Sandpiper Remarks Dimensional Stickers -Jenni Bolwin Feather Rub-ons -Teresa Collins Family Stories 6 x 6 paper pad |
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Post by jenny225 on Aug 4, 2014 1:02:53 GMT
Well, my pictures didn't work out too well. But if you follow the first link you can see all of them. My thoughts are a little…meh…I suppose. I thought the process and excitement was fun. And opening the package definitely felt like a Christmas Morning stocking. Unfortunately, the vast majority of items are not too exciting for me. The colors and tones just aren't my style. There isn't anything that I would have bought at a store, although I can see myself easily using a couple of items (feathers, bits & pieces), but lots of them just don't excite me (in that way we hope our supplies do!) All that said that, I will keep some and try to use them and expand my horizons with them. The vast majority however, will be regifted to scrappy family members! |
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Post by Dani B. on Aug 4, 2014 1:23:37 GMT
Hello Ladies!!! I apologize that it took me a couple days post receiving to post pics and info…but here goes! I received my bag on Thursday and it came in Priority Mail Flat Rate Envelope. I'm going to try inserting pics for the first time on here. Bear with me if this goes south!! i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah246/jenny22551/IMG_8452_zpsd0e6b340.jpg-Jenni Bowlin Chipboard Buttons
-Heidi Swapp Stickers
-October Afternoon Washi Tape [img src="http://s1382.photobucket.com/user/jenny22551/media/IMG_8462_zps16e4d10c.jpg.html?filters[user]=141037989&filters[recent]=1&sort=1&o=4" alt=" "] -Basic Grey Designer Tab Pages
-Jenni Bowlin Flatbacks
-Jenni Bowlin Red/Black Line Extension III Journaling Cards
-Jenni Bowlin Family Tree Journaling Cards
[img src="http://s1382.photobucket.com/user/jenny22551/media/IMG_8453_zps3a821661.jpg.html?filters[user]=141037989&filters[recent]=1&sort=1&o=4" alt=" "] -4 Zazz! Glitter Glues (black, diamond, mediterranean, icicle)
-Basic Grey Hey You! stitched brads
-Pink Paislee Sentiment Series Stamps
-Glitz Finley Bits & Pieces[img src="http://s1382.photobucket.com/user/jenny22551/media/IMG_8454_zpsd07c49a1.jpg.html?filters[user]=141037989&filters[recent]=1&sort=1&o=1" alt=" "] -Basic Grey Fresh Cut Pompoms
-American Crafts Sandpiper Remarks Dimensional Stickers
-Jenni Bolwin Feather Rub-ons
-Teresa Collins Family Stories 6 x 6 paper pad
From here I like the stamps and the brads.
This group of things... hum... I like the rub-ons & dimentional stickers, the paper pad its not my colors either. The pompoms I would not know what to do with it.
I guess it was not so bad, but I relate to what you said.
TIP: to insert a pic, copy the address from Photobucket where it says "direct". Just clicking there is enough to copy it. Then you come back here and click the little icon that looks like a picture frame, just before the emoticons. Paste the address copied from photobucket and click ïnsert image. Your image should show on the page. |
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Post by toby2014 on Aug 4, 2014 1:44:28 GMT
I am always on the fence about grab bags. Thanks for sharing the photo! I just might take a plunge.
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Post by jenny225 on Aug 4, 2014 3:41:42 GMT
Thanks for the tip Dani B! Testing it out now…  And success! Thank you so much! |
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Post by jenny225 on Aug 4, 2014 3:43:16 GMT
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Post by anniefb on Aug 4, 2014 20:19:35 GMT
Thanks for the update! Some of the products look ok but I definitely wouldn't want those pompoms either! I guess it's a bit hit and miss because you've no way of knowing whether the colours/styles will appeal. I think unless a grab bag was really really cheap I'd rather just pick out my own stuff.
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Post by scrappington on Aug 4, 2014 23:23:26 GMT
I think its a great haul. Maybe some things you aren't too keen on will make u think outside the box or maybe you can trade with a friend.
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Post by jenny225 on Aug 5, 2014 1:08:41 GMT
I think its a great haul. Maybe some things you aren't too keen on will make u think outside the box or maybe you can trade with a friend. I agree! I hope I didn't sound too negative. And honestly…I get so excited about the whole anticipation and opening, that I'll probably order another some day! The value was definitely there. |
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Post by melanell on Aug 5, 2014 1:46:17 GMT
Thanks for the pics & video link ladies. Grab bags sound fun to me, but like was earlier, my budget is small and my space is very, very limited, so I hesitate to spend money on anything I don't love. In the video haul I never would have thought about the glitter. I can't use anything glittery except glitter glue, so all of those glitter items would have been an immediate waste for me. But I liked the other stuff she received, especially the OA stamps. |
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Post by scrappington on Aug 5, 2014 10:34:24 GMT
You didn't sound negative at all. grab bags are a gamble.
I used to buy grab bags from stamp companies.
I got some great stamps, unmounted rubber. Stuff that you never think you used. I used.
My favourite was a monkey stamp depicting the monkey sniffing glue and passed out..
Also a sentiment stamp "does this condom make me look fat"
I RAK'd some of it. Shared some of it. But I sure got my moneys worth out of it.
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Post by Dani B. on Aug 6, 2014 3:41:10 GMT
You didn't sound negative at all. grab bags are a gamble. I used to buy grab bags from stamp companies. I got some great stamps, unmounted rubber. Stuff that you never think you used. I used. My favourite was a monkey stamp depicting the monkey sniffing glue and passed out.. Also a sentiment stamp "does this condom make me look fat" I RAK'd some of it. Shared some of it. But I sure got my moneys worth out of it. Oh, man! You made me laugh so hard imagining the monkey stamp and the condom sentiment! LOL |
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