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Post by sleepingbooty on Oct 20, 2016 13:07:07 GMT
My only issue with the KP mini kit is that with the kit reveal pic, I can clearly see now that some of the design elements are also present in the Christmas stamp sets I bought from her, like the ugly sweater (albeit in tiny format) and the two champagne flute glasses (about the same size in the Winter planner, methinks). It's to be expected but I feel like that is one less design that is unique/excites me. Eep. Still going to try and get it when it's released though. This has been such a strange year for DD products. I can't really wrap my head around the fact that nobody came out with something absolutely stunning that created a big buzz outside of their brand's usual "fandom".
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jookie
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Post by jookie on Oct 20, 2016 13:25:01 GMT
I caved and bought Jasmine Jones and Pink Paislee mini kits on Ali Edwards. I'm not sold on the KP kit yet, if it's not sold out when I wake up Friday I'll look at the whole kit and decide. But I'm saying it again, really disappointed and bummed with the years choices. This is how I feel. I am ready to buy another mini or even Ali's main kit this year because I am disappointed by other companies offerings.
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Post by katemac on Oct 20, 2016 13:52:07 GMT
Last year one of the FJ kits had a gold 6x8 album.
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hutchfan
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Post by hutchfan on Oct 20, 2016 17:37:56 GMT
I am glad I bought Ali's kit, I was worried about it but after I received it I was very happy with it. I have not liked any other kits released by other companies. I may buy Kelly's kit ( I love her traditional colors). I did order some Pink Fresh Studios new Christmas items and I ordered today some items from Color Cast Designs.
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Post by sleepingbooty on Oct 20, 2016 18:13:15 GMT
Heads-up for the KP December kit purchasers: this Christmas cardstock pad by American Crafts that is currently being sold on several websites (including scrapbook.com) looks like a good match for her bright colour selection in the Bah Humbug mini kit in case you wanted to pick up some extra paper for your DD.
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Post by icequeen on Oct 20, 2016 21:25:18 GMT
My only issue with the KP mini kit is that with the kit reveal pic, I can clearly see now that some of the design elements are also present in the Christmas stamp sets I bought from her, like the ugly sweater (albeit in tiny format) and the two champagne flute glasses (about the same size in the Winter planner, methinks). It's to be expected but I feel like that is one less design that is unique/excites me. Eep. Still going to try and get it when it's released though. This has been such a strange year for DD products. I can't really wrap my head around the fact that nobody came out with something absolutely stunning that created a big buzz outside of their brand's usual "fandom". Thankfully I'm not crazy in love with her main kit, but the mini is right up my alley. Hope I can snag one tomorrow. Thanks for the tip about the repeat elements. I only have one or two of her Christmas stamps, but maybe I can find the elements I like in her shop in smaller (cheaper) sets. I'm guessing next year's DD offerings are going to look quite different to this years. Seems as if several companies are going to have leftovers on their hands.
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Post by mom on Oct 20, 2016 23:08:19 GMT
OK I am kinda irritated with FJ.
They send an email saying we will be able to preorder our DD kit this week.
Then crickets.
They aren't telling us when, or even whats included (an album? yes? no?) No pricepoint
Then, when re-reading the email they did send, they are moving the shipping date from the 10th to the 15th. Meaning they are tying up my money for two weeks before shipping my DD kit AND my regular kit.
Kinda feels like SC business practices.
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Post by anniefb on Oct 21, 2016 0:17:11 GMT
OK I am kinda irritated with FJ. They send an email saying we will be able to preorder our DD kit this week. Then crickets. They aren't telling us when, or even whats included (an album? yes? no?) No pricepoint Then, when re-reading the email they did send, they are moving the shipping date from the 10th to the 15th. Meaning they are tying up my money for two weeks before shipping my DD kit AND my regular kit. Kinda feels like SC business practices. Ugh that's annoying. I was hoping for lots more sneaks/news so I can see if it's something I should try to order (assuming there are some left for non-subbers).
ETA it's already Friday afternoon here - the week is nearly over!!
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AmandaA
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Post by AmandaA on Oct 21, 2016 1:34:40 GMT
I would also say that I am moderately irritated with FJ at this point too. I don't get it... You are the last one to come to the party so why be so hush hush about it all?! Heck, why only put the info out there in a subscriber newsletter? If it weren't for mom sharing here, I would know absolutely zero about it. I know last year's kits didn't sell our right away so I wasn't worried about not getting a chance for one, but I am about to the point of saying screw it and ordering from GB before they sell out. I tagged her on the album post on IG this am and asked about the timeline and got crickets also (even though she/someone cam on IG later to post something totally unrelated). I have gotten over the FOMO from other companies and I am not into playing hard to get either.
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cbscrapper
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Post by cbscrapper on Oct 21, 2016 1:58:53 GMT
This has been such a strange year for DD products. I can't really wrap my head around the fact that nobody came out with something absolutely stunning that created a big buzz outside of their brand's usual "fandom". I agree. Now I'm feeling pretty happy about over-buying last year (and not even touching some of it). I really love last year's Scraptastic kit that I bought and it feels new to me since I didn't use it or even dig through it! (I stuck with Simple Stories Claus & co and the Jasmine Jones mini kit for my 2015 album).
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Post by gigi333 on Oct 21, 2016 2:44:06 GMT
OK I am kinda irritated with FJ. They send an email saying we will be able to preorder our DD kit this week. Then crickets. They aren't telling us when, or even whats included (an album? yes? no?) No pricepoint Then, when re-reading the email they did send, they are moving the shipping date from the 10th to the 15th. Meaning they are tying up my money for two weeks before shipping my DD kit AND my regular kit. Kinda feels like SC business practices. I totally agree, ''it's driving me crazy
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Post by PolarGreen12 on Oct 21, 2016 2:55:14 GMT
This has been such a strange year for DD products. I can't really wrap my head around the fact that nobody came out with something absolutely stunning that created a big buzz outside of their brand's usual "fandom". I agree. Now I'm feeling pretty happy about over-buying last year (and not even touching some of it). I really love last year's Scraptastic kit that I bought and it feels new to me since I didn't use it or even dig through it! (I stuck with Simple Stories Claus & co and the Jasmine Jones mini kit for my 2015 album). Same here. I'm happy I overbought last year, but I also used a lot of it. I know most of the cards I have left are the "uglies". So I know I needed a kit this year with some fresh cards and some new embellishments. Especially a few that have 2016 on them.
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Post by anniefb on Oct 21, 2016 5:07:40 GMT
Just saw an IG post from FJ with the same sneak as that given to subscribers saying 'a couple more days until reveal day'. On sale this weekend apparently.
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Post by sleepingbooty on Oct 21, 2016 8:59:02 GMT
All this waiting has led to a serious decrease in FOMO and a lot more time to think and compare. I'm still going back and forth about whether to order the Bah Humbug mini from KP if there are any left after the pre-sale for the kit members. In true let-me-be-rational-about-this style, I ended up comparing the full kit sneak pic with the KP products I already have. Quite a few repeats or close-enough elements, especially for a non-native English speaker. When you factor in the three snarky themes are: 1. "Bah humbug!" AKA a phrase that doesn't mean much to non-English natives who haven't read Dickens in the original English version (that is to say everyone I know) (just asked a couple of coworkers what they thought of the phrase spontaneously and one thought it was some sort of insect, the other an exclamation pirates made while boarding/attacking a ship, oh dear ) 2. Drinking (totally in sync with my Christmas season, however, most drink-related elements in the kit are repeats) 3. Ugly sweaters AKA a Christmas tradition that is completely foreign to my culture and is associated with English-speaking countries, mostly due to the Bridget Jones movies and American pop culture references (and I very likely will not be using at all) I'm left wondering whether this would be a smart investment for me. I love KP's designs and this is the kit I was holding out for but... Quick comparison with the Winter planner and last year's DD stamp sets I both own. Add to these the fact I own one more of KP's 2016 Christmas stamp sets (Christmastime) and I really am not sure I should be putting in another +30€ (with international shipping) for the mini. Eep. This is what happens when you give me enough time to think.
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Post by merry on Oct 21, 2016 14:08:31 GMT
Hmm..I'm a KP subscriber but I don't know how to access the presale - anyone know?
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Post by katemac on Oct 21, 2016 14:14:07 GMT
She sent out an email yesterday with password. The same as the usual presale.
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Post by katemac on Oct 21, 2016 14:32:42 GMT
Actually the email was Wednesday I think.
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Post by katemac on Oct 21, 2016 14:35:19 GMT
I can't decide about the KP kits!!
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Post by sleepingbooty on Oct 21, 2016 15:18:47 GMT
I can't decide about the KP kits!! I feel your pain. I won't get to see them in full for another 40 minutes but I'm still unsure whether I should go for one or not. What's making you hesitant?
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Post by sleepingbooty on Oct 21, 2016 16:11:52 GMT
To get the Christmas Spirit kit or not to get it, that is the question...
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Post by giatocj on Oct 21, 2016 16:15:24 GMT
I just ordered the KP Christmas Spirits one because I kinda love that one legged gingerbread guy . Also, my youngest grandson will be 23 months at Christmas and I can absolutely see getting a LOT of use out of this kit with him. Love him to death, but he's got some serious attitude .
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dawnnikol
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Post by dawnnikol on Oct 21, 2016 16:24:28 GMT
I bought both KP kits and skipped the stamp. When I saw it I remembered her sneak of it, but it's just not my jam. I'm excited to get my kits though! I'd like to put in my request for more purple for next DD though.
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Post by sleepingbooty on Oct 21, 2016 16:32:08 GMT
I bought both KP kits and skipped the stamp. When I saw it I remembered her sneak of it, but it's just not my jam. I'm excited to get my kits though! I'd like to put in my request for more purple for next DD though. Now that I've finally made up my mind, I can't check out. Myshopify is acting up big time. Error message alert.
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Post by katemac on Oct 21, 2016 16:34:17 GMT
$60 is holding me back. Decisions, decisions...
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Post by paperpilekitten on Oct 21, 2016 17:35:23 GMT
I can't even reach the KP shop? Oh well, will try later.
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Post by lesstalkmoreart on Oct 21, 2016 17:56:48 GMT
I bought both KP kits and skipped the stamp. When I saw it I remembered her sneak of it, but it's just not my jam. I'm excited to get my kits though! I'd like to put in my request for more purple for next DD though. Same here! Got the stamp because I'm planning to do a layout where it's all circles, clocks, etc and it fits the bill I feel good about supporting her small business.
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Post by lesstalkmoreart on Oct 21, 2016 18:10:25 GMT
I can't even reach the KP shop? Oh well, will try later. Just saw on her IG that CNN announced a major hack (cyber attack) to Shopify who hosts her site. She's hoping it's up and running soon.
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Post by freeatlast on Oct 21, 2016 18:38:34 GMT
I can't even reach the KP shop? Oh well, will try later. Just saw on her IG that CNN announced a major hack (cyber attack) to Shopify who hosts her site. She's hoping it's up and running soon. No wonder I'm having problems! On another note, I did place an order for the GB kit. I'm excited about doing a DD in a traveler's notebook.
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Post by paperpilekitten on Oct 21, 2016 20:27:50 GMT
I can't even reach the KP shop? Oh well, will try later. Just saw on her IG that CNN announced a major hack (cyber attack) to Shopify who hosts her site. She's hoping it's up and running soon. Thanks for posting! No wonder things were working in a wonky way.
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Post by mom on Oct 21, 2016 20:57:14 GMT
I passed on Kelly's kit. I love the cards but cant justify the cost when I wont use that stamp since I have other ones very similar.
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