dawnnikol
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'A life without books is a life not lived.' Jay Kristoff
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Post by dawnnikol on Oct 16, 2017 14:30:46 GMT
I'm glad I wasn't waiting on FJ, that kit is not up my alley at all. I also wouldn't trust a mid November ship date. /cringe
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Post by carolynhasacat on Oct 16, 2017 14:30:55 GMT
Thanks for posting paperamy. I agree, the albums are nice, and I also like the alpha. Not sure if I like the rest of it to order, though.
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Post by paperamy on Oct 16, 2017 14:32:04 GMT
Thanks for posting paperamy. I agree, the albums are nice, and I also like the alpha. Not sure if I like the rest of it to order, though. I should have mentioned, most of the items, including the albums, are also listed separately. Not trying to enable, lol, just wanted to provide everyone that info.
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Post by scrappyem on Oct 16, 2017 14:34:41 GMT
FJ kit is released for subscribers only today. I think it might be available to non subscribers tomorrow. Won’t ship until “mid November”. Details: 6 FJ exclusive 12 x 12 double sided patterned papers: floral & dots trees & woodgrain snow & geometric gingham & waves chevron & asterisk diagonal & dash ♥ ♥ ♥ 2 double sided solid colored papers with FJ exclusive scalloped branding strips ♥ ♥ ♥ 3 - 4x8 punched cards ♥ ♥ ♥ FJ exclusive embellishments: 4x6 stamp set [packaged in a clear plastic stamp pocket for convenient storage] foam alphabet stickers word stickers gold foil heart washi tape chipboard circles - gold foil accents [15 pieces] 3 x 4 journaling cards [12 pieces] die cut shapes - gold foil accents puffy shapes embroidered patches [9 pieces] designer vellum with gold foil accent [5 pieces] acetate pages [6 pieces] mini tassels [10 pieces in a reusable clear jar] designer tags [6 pieces] wood veneer numbers - range in size from approx 1.5" - 1.75" tall packaged in re-usable tin [31 pieces] clear jar of red hexagon sequins paper doilies [not pictured] trims [not pictured] Your choice of Floral or Plaid 6x8 album [including variety pack of page protectors] I went ahead and purchased. I'm not as in love with it as I'd hoped, but I know I will be sad if I don't get it. I haven't seen another kit that I liked as an alternative. I liked Feed Your Craft, but I don't see how I'd actually use it. I do like with FJ that you can purchase without an album & you can just buy the pieces. I added it up to see if I was better off just buying the stuff I wanted or getting the whole kit and ended up buying the whole kit. I don't mind Mid November, but I don't do DD. She really does need to do all of this earlier next year for all the DD folks. I am loving the tiny word stickers and the PL cards. Going to laugh if I just spent $64 (including shipping) on word stickers and PL cards....
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Post by mom on Oct 16, 2017 14:52:19 GMT
I like the plaid album, tags and wood numbers. If I could just buy pieces, I would. But I wouldn't buy the whole kit.
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Kerri W
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Post by Kerri W on Oct 16, 2017 14:56:51 GMT
I like the plaid album better than the one I bought and like enough of the kit that I'm sure I would have purchased it and supplemented here and there for what I didn't like. Alas...it's WAY too late. I really hate that she releases her items so stinking late. Has she ever spoken out about why she does that?
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Post by paperamy on Oct 16, 2017 14:57:12 GMT
I like the plaid album, tags and wood numbers. If I could just buy pieces, I would. But I wouldn't buy the whole kit. Almost all items are currently listed separately as well. Not sure if they will be when it goes non-subscriber.
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Post by maryboys on Oct 16, 2017 15:00:24 GMT
nicolep ugh...you are tempting me. I wouldn't use any of the square pieces but I guess I could maybe sell those? 7 sheets of chipboard just seems like so much, you know? 1-3 sheets? I would be all in. But 7? I don't even have 7 colors of cardstock in my room. mom - if you're interested in dividing this chipboard set, pm me and we'll talk!
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Post by mom on Oct 16, 2017 15:00:26 GMT
I like the plaid album, tags and wood numbers. If I could just buy pieces, I would. But I wouldn't buy the whole kit. Almost all items are currently listed separately as well. Not sure if they will be when it goes non-subscriber. oh then I might buy something. I actually canceled my kit subscription when she started adding so much individually to the shop. Now I only buy what I love. SaveSave
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Post by maryboys on Oct 16, 2017 15:07:13 GMT
YIKES!!! i just started going through my stash and found a completely unused, unopened Ashley Goldberg 2015 DD kit! oh my...i had no recollection of it at all...
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nicolep
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Post by nicolep on Oct 16, 2017 15:08:02 GMT
The kit is not for me but that plaid album just might be the one for my DD. (I really hate yellow gold though. I wish the 'hardware' on it was silver.)
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Post by Deleted on Oct 16, 2017 15:20:26 GMT
paperamy Thank you for that peek! Do you know if the albums are 3 ring again this year?
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Post by paperamy on Oct 16, 2017 15:27:08 GMT
paperamy Thank you for that peek! Do you know if the albums are 3 ring again this year? They are 6 ring. ETA description of album: Created to hold all of your December memories, our Joy albums have 6 rings, are made from the softest leatherette material and have gold metal details. Packaged in a drawstring bag for protection. Variety pack of page protectors included.
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Post by sleepingbooty on Oct 16, 2017 16:01:46 GMT
Re: the FJ kit finally being released. I like a few papers, the plaid album (like everyone else) and the circle die-cuts. That's all. But I wouldn't consider buying anything since shipping isn't before mid-November. Far too late for DD in my opinion. Not conceivable or realistic at all for internationals. I hope those who do purchase will get their goodies in time for December documenting. maryboys Hopefully that's a good discovery?
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katiejaeger
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Post by katiejaeger on Oct 16, 2017 17:04:39 GMT
Quite frankly I tolerate alot and it takes alot to upset me, but I am really losing my patience over my December Daily order, it was almost 200 dollars and I can't get a straight answer from anyone at Ali's or Inked to give me a shipping notice and tracking number. I live in Ohio should have gotten one by now, there response is always the same get back to me by so and so day and when I do they then they move the answer to contact me again the next day. I have always had great Customer Service from Ali's until now. I have used there Chat box and there Contact Us option. Oh that does suck. I am not sure whats going on with the shipping this time. My box still says active when it has really be delivered to my home already. No tracking info. Its frustrating. Im gonna tag katiejaeger and maybe she can help you? I will look into this for you! I'm sorry you are having a bad experience with Customer Service. Can you let me know of your username on the website?
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Post by cheezitgirl on Oct 16, 2017 17:16:37 GMT
No email contact whatsoever from Ali about shipping, plus my order is still listed as active but the package arrived on my doorstep today. Talk about weird customer service! Thankfully the order was correct.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 16, 2017 17:20:03 GMT
I wouldn't consider buying anything since shipping isn't before mid-November. Far too late for DD in my opinion. Not conceivable or realistic at all for internationals. That's exactly what I thought. I like a few items, but I stopped looking at the picture as soon as I saw the shipping date. Maybe when there is a FJ sale. I was coming here to post that they're still packing AE DD orders. So if you haven't received yours, it may still be in the warehouse (like mine). ETA: I posted my message before I saw those above.
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AmandaA
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Post by AmandaA on Oct 16, 2017 17:20:41 GMT
So if the FJ album is a 6 ring, I wonder what that means for PP. The SC 6 ring is a standard placement in the planner world isn't it? I wonder if they are the same. Adding one more configuration into the mix would be annoying. WIth my luck "a variety of page protectors" wouldn't end up being the right number of the right configuration. (Says the pea who is thinking of stashing one away for some project some day).
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blemon
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Post by blemon on Oct 16, 2017 17:32:36 GMT
Got my Ali DD album (red one) and the white number stickers today. The album is fine. It's very pretty in person and it's a good red. I don't know what I was thinking buying the numbers. $7 for them was way too much. I really love numbers though so I will use them.
Went through my stash. I have a 34 qt./32 L bin full of product for December/Christmas. I've been doing it since 2013 I think.
I really miss October Afternoon. All my favorite papers and embellishments are from them. I have a few nice Basic Grey papers left (and some great embellishments too). Also some stuff from Crate Paper (who did not disappoint this year). I'm glad I have some of the Ashley G kit from last year. Really great stuff. I think there was 2 of everything so that's why I have so much left. Really well done. She has been a bit quiet on social media. Wondering what's going on with her. Probably pregnant.
Going through it all just felt really overwhelming. Aside from the album and numbers, I just bought a few papers and embellishments from ACOT. I have been doing this long enough to know what I'm going to use and stocked up on that. I like little tiny things to add to tabs so I was glad to see some of that back. I almost bought the FYC stuff but passed. Maybe KP will have something cool.
I realize I just wrote the most boring post ever. I have decided that Oct. is just too early for me to get into the Christmas spirit. I have a Hermione cloak to finish!
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Post by foucaultgirl on Oct 16, 2017 18:54:47 GMT
Just got this email from FYC. I'll be passing on both. I caved and picked up the Comfort and Joy kit as well as the coordinating mini-flair, plus the chipboard and puffy stickers from the Remember December kit. I absolutely did not need any of these items, but they will be really fun to mix in with the rest of my supplies. I am quite possibly veering into unicorn-vomit territory, but I'm excited, regardless !
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Post by foucaultgirl on Oct 16, 2017 19:28:49 GMT
From National Scrapbooking Day this year, Kelly Purkey posted a shot from her 3x8" album from Jamaica Makes. Thought this might be interesting for anyone waiting on her album!
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nicolep
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Post by nicolep on Oct 16, 2017 19:33:36 GMT
From National Scrapbooking Day this year, Kelly Purkey posted a shot from her 3x8" album from Jamaica Makes. Thought this might be interesting for anyone waiting on her album! I had posted on her Instagram sometime back asking when she was going to bring back her albums and she said soon so I have been stalking her Instagram since then LOL. I intend on buying a few for my personal scrapbooking about just me and journaling.
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AmandaA
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Post by AmandaA on Oct 16, 2017 19:38:21 GMT
Dang it. I never had any interest in doing a 3x8! But that looks so freaking cute....
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Post by Deleted on Oct 16, 2017 19:43:25 GMT
FJ kit is released for subscribers only today. I think it might be available to non subscribers tomorrow. Won’t ship until “mid November”. Details: 6 FJ exclusive 12 x 12 double sided patterned papers: floral & dots trees & woodgrain snow & geometric gingham & waves chevron & asterisk diagonal & dash ♥ ♥ ♥ 2 double sided solid colored papers with FJ exclusive scalloped branding strips ♥ ♥ ♥ 3 - 4x8 punched cards ♥ ♥ ♥ FJ exclusive embellishments: 4x6 stamp set [packaged in a clear plastic stamp pocket for convenient storage] foam alphabet stickers word stickers gold foil heart washi tape chipboard circles - gold foil accents [15 pieces] 3 x 4 journaling cards [12 pieces] die cut shapes - gold foil accents puffy shapes embroidered patches [9 pieces] designer vellum with gold foil accent [5 pieces] acetate pages [6 pieces] mini tassels [10 pieces in a reusable clear jar] designer tags [6 pieces] wood veneer numbers - range in size from approx 1.5" - 1.75" tall packaged in re-usable tin [31 pieces] clear jar of red hexagon sequins paper doilies [not pictured] trims [not pictured] Your choice of Floral or Plaid 6x8 album [including variety pack of page protectors] I'm curious about the price. I don't really get into Fj and the main reason is her prices.
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Post by maryboys on Oct 16, 2017 19:45:24 GMT
i contacted AE about the status of my DD order today; i also received a completely non-committal, one size fits all, non-answer. obviously a generic answer - it didn't even address my particular order - just the status of DD shipping, in general. Poor CS at it's finest Here it is: "Hi Mary, We do apologize for the delay in the shipping your order. Upon conferring with our shipment team, we have been informed that December Daily orders are still being packed and shipped at this time. We do understand the concerns of our customers for these orders, as many in our community are anxiously awaiting their orders to be shipped. Please be assured that your December Daily box will be packed and shipped as soon as possible. We again appreciate your patience and understanding as our team works hard to get these orders out to you. Please contact our Customer Experience team if we may be of any further assistance. We appreciate you being a valued member of the Ali Edwards community. Best, Jasmine"
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Post by kellyv on Oct 16, 2017 19:53:17 GMT
oh, I love that 3x8 and I love all of the acrylic albums I have bought from Jamaica over the years! please, please, dear ladies save one for me on Friday morning!
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yeppers
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Sept 20, 2017 13:29:34 GMT
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Post by yeppers on Oct 16, 2017 19:55:11 GMT
i contacted AE about the status of my DD order today; i also received a completely non-committal, one size fits all, non-answer. obviously a generic answer - it didn't even address my particular order - just the status of DD shipping, in general. Poor CS at it's finest here it is:"Hi Mary, We do apologize for the delay in the shipping your order. Upon conferring with our shipment team, we have been informed that December Daily orders are still being packed and shipped at this time. We do understand the concerns of our customers for these orders, as many in our community are anxiously awaiting their orders to be shipped. Please be assured that your December Daily box will be packed and shipped as soon as possible. We again appreciate your patience and understanding as our team works hard to get these orders out to you. Please contact our Customer Experience team if we may be of any further assistance. We appreciate you being a valued member of the Ali Edwards community. Best, Jasmine" I had the exact same response this afternoon, word for word (except for the name, ). So yes, it is a generic response! My order still lists as active on AE, and the UPS site, which shows a label was printed last Friday, is still sitting around waiting for pick up. Which likely means that they just printed the labels and still haven't boxed it up yet - no way it only weighs 1.0 lbs. Pretty disappointing all around. Oh, and my reply from CS was from Jessica, not Jasmine. SaveSave
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Post by sleepingbooty on Oct 16, 2017 19:57:16 GMT
So, I did get a shipping notice and was amongst the first on here to receive one. Except my parcel wasn't handed over to UPS for five days. Talk about a mess. People not getting any shipping info but getting their parcel surprise-delivered. Others getting shipping info but then having their parcel stay behind in the warehouse. Not cool.
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yeppers
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Post by yeppers on Oct 16, 2017 20:02:41 GMT
So, I did get a shipping notice and was amongst the first on here to receive one. Except my parcel wasn't handed over to UPS for five days. Talk about a mess. People not getting any shipping info but getting their parcel surprise-delivered. Others getting shipping info but then having their parcel stay behind in the warehouse. Not cool. Not cool at all. I get that Christmas is still several weeks away. But when you ordered a butt load of stuff and SC has a history of screwing up orders, one would like to receive their order in a decent time frame. Especially when many orders are already in peoples hands. Save
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dawnnikol
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Post by dawnnikol on Oct 16, 2017 20:05:32 GMT
It has never taken them THIS LONG to get all the shipments out. NEVER! I can't actually pull up exact shipping time frames from previous years, but if I could, I know it would be verified. This is so fucking ridiculous. Yes, f bomb worthy because the generic responses are not cool at all. I'm so over people not caring and passing the ball.
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