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Monday, October 21, 2013
The Great (Weekly) Exchange {looking to sell}
Please note: this posting is not for resellers, retailers or businesses. If you are a reseller, retailer, or a business, your comment gets automatically deleted & you will get publicly called out on it. :( So instead of this, simply do not post in the Weekly Exchanges. Thanks in advance for your cooperation! :)
Please note that any transactions are independent of this blog. (Especially since you will be using an outside listing/ auction site like eBay or eCrater.) I have no dealings or interactions with any of the potential communication, listings, or transactions. :) Moreover, please limit comments about items to swap/sell/share to the "Great (Weekly) Exchange" posts. (Refer to "A Quick Note to J.Crew Aficionadas" post.)
Do you have any items you would like to swap/sell/share among yourselves through your outside listing/auction site?
Sidenote: What's up with JCAs writing "sub" or "subscribing" as their comment? It just means they are subscribing to all the comments (which are then automatically sent to their email) in that particular thread. This way they can stay aware of all the comments posted. :)
79 comments:
NWT Charley Houndstooth Merino Sweater XS shipped $60 see here and hereReplyDelete
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PayPal only; US shipping included in prices. Please let me know if you have any questions!ReplyDelete
Contact me at susan (dot) vandenbergh (at) gmail (dot) com
EUC 32609 Braided chain-and-pearl bracelet / antique gold / $40
EUC 42067 Crystal Venus flytrap bracelet / spiced nutmeg / $30
EUC 31543 Stoneset bracelet / green tea / $30
NWOT 32898 Flat stud double-wrap leather bracelet / black / $20
NWOT (Don't know the item #/official name) Grommet double-wrap leather bracelet / orange / $20
NWOT (Don't know the item #/official name) Studded triple-wrap leather bracelet / grey / $20
NWB 26321 Kerrington leather ballet flats / 10 / chocolate / $100
NWB 28711 Flannery ballet flats / 9.5 / hthr carbon / $70
EUC 37224 Lucca suede sandals / 9.5 / dusty cedar / $60
NWT 31935 Sunnie pencil skirt (wool) / 10 / gold multi / $70
NWT 28387 Corduroy pencil skirt / 10 / golden wood / $40
NWT 28387 Corduroy pencil skirt / 10 / rich brown / $40
NWT 39548 Heirloom lace pencil skirt / 12 / faded black / $70
NWT 29648 Merino cielo ruffle cardigan / large / sweet almond / $50
NWT 29648 Merino cielo ruffle cardigan / large / hthr caramel / $50
NWT 27843 Cotton-wool ruffled placket cardigan / large / orchid shadow / $40
NWT 27843 Cotton-wool ruffled placket cardigan / large / navy / $40
NWT 37871 Silk Blythe blouse / 12 / olive moss / $50
NWT 37871 Silk Blythe blouse / 12 / dark slate / $50
NWT 35235 Tartan tuxedo shirt (cotton) / 12 / authentic red / $50
NWT 12072 Stripe three-quarter sleeve stretch shirt / large / rose / $30
NWT 11454 Solid three-quarter sleeve stretch shirt / large / bright hydrangea / $30
NWT 29865 Three-quarter sleeve stretch perfect shirt / large / bold peri / $30
NWT 29865 Three-quarter sleeve stretch perfect shirt / large / warm burgundy / $30
NWT 29865 Three-quarter sleeve stretch perfect shirt / large / dragonfly blue / $30
NWOT 38635 Coliseum chain necklace / brass ox / $35
NWT 39261 Wayward jean shirt in desert willow wash / XL / desert willow / $60
NWT WBRU3087 "A feather in your cap" idiom bangle bracelet / multi / $50
NWT WBRU3085 "A shining light" idiom bangle bracelet / aqua / $50
NWT WBRU1300 "A penny for your thoughts" idiom bangle bracelet / cream / $45
NWT WBRU1957 "Draw the line" idiom bangle bracelet / black / $25
NWB 79446 Boushi sandal (3" heel) / EU size 40 / grey / $275
NWB 80148 Ramsita oxford (2" heel) / EU size 40 / navy / $275
NWB D32895 Air Talia mid-heel pump / 9.5 B / black leather / $150
NWB D32899 Air Talia mid-heel pump / 9.5 B / ironstone grey suede / $150
- AnonymousOctober 21, 2013 at 1:57 AM
NWT Houndstooth Charley sweater. 100 percent merino wool - Size S / $60ReplyDelete
NWT 45089 Black Lace Blouson dress / size 0 / $55
Back zip. Straight skirt. Fully lined. HERE
NWT J. Crew Cafe Capri in Tuxedo Stripe (Navy) sz 0 - HEREReplyDelete
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NWOT Classic Schoolboy Blazer, Navy, 6, $110
EUC Sequined Boyfriend Sweater, Grey, S $65
EUC Embellished Chambray Boy Shirt, 6, $40
EUC Iris Embroidery Silk Tank, US6, $35
EUC Ink Blossom Dot Tunic, US6, $35
EUC Perfect Shirt in White Linen, US6, $60
EUC Lace Necklace Tee in Purple, $40
EUC Pineapple-Print Caterina Top, Green, 6, $25.
EUC Ikat Silk Streamers Cami, 2, $35, $30 if shipped with one if the other items. 100% silk.
EUC Tuxedo Front Cami, Blush Pink, US6
EUC Linen-Silk Cargo Pant, Mink, 6, $40
EUC Attache Dress in Linen Canvas, 8, Navy $60
EUC Delphinium Tuxedo Dress, US6, $40
NWT J. Crew Wildcat Ombre Pencil Skirt, Size 6, $45
EUC Leather Invitation Clutch in Colorblock Green and Blue, $110
All bought from J.Crew stores, not outlet or factory. Prices include shipping to anywhere in the world.
Email email@example.com
New holiday type items added!ReplyDelete
US shipping included. PayPal only.
All items clean and excellent condition
Tinsel lace strapless dress - item 58522 color black
Holiday11 size 00 new condition worn for about two hours $45
Stadium-cloth engineer stripe coat
Holiday11 item 57770 size 2 Color grey and navy stripe
Just had cleaned and worn occasionally only
not my everyday coat so in excellent condition
Originally $398.00 asking $90
Beautiful cami top from fall05
V-neck with small tie in middle front
Chiffon type 100% silk material fully lined in silk excellent condition
Item 70142 color brown size 0 $30
Gold rush cardigan spring11
Item 36712 color gold size XS new condition $40
Boyfriend cashmere sweater fall12
Item 47920 color black size medium $65
Metallic Swing Sweater spring12
Item 75370 size XS color Buttercream Sparkle (gold)
Like new $25
Crystal web necklace
Multi-strand peach colored gemstones in copper finished $25Replies
Just a note, not my listing but wanted to do a review. I have the Engineer Strip coat and love it. It is a perfect length, longer than a peacoat more like the Slim Trench. It is the stadium cloth so it is warm and it goes wonderful with jeans, cords etc. It is my go to coat in the winter.Delete
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Prices include U.S. shipping.ReplyDelete
Tippi Crewneck in papaya, size XS - EUC (worn 2-3 times, then drycleaned) $28
Tippi Colorblock Cardigan in green/navy, size XS - EUC (worn 2-3 times, then drycleaned) $35
Half-zip Sweater (58404 HO 11) in black, size XXS - EUC (worn once, like new) $43
Mila Ballet Flats in Lapis Blue (polka dot), size 9 – NWOB $60
Factory Classic Chambray Shirt (91506), size XS - NWOT $33 shipped
Tippi Crewneck Sweater in crushed grape, size XS - EUC $35 shipped
(worn 3 times, then professionally drycleaned)
Lightweight Merino Puff-Sleeve Sweater in Stripe (steel salt navy), size XS - EUC $23 shipped
(worn once)
Drapey Crepe Henley Tunic in hammock green, size 2 - NWOT $73 shipped
(I'm only selling this because I was able to find a size 0. It's a beautiful shirt!)
NWT Sterling Skirt in Autumn Coral-Size 10-$60ReplyDelete
NWOT Collection Eisenhower Jacket-Size 12-$125
Paypal Only. dneecyatgmail.com
EUC Buffalo plaid shirt jacket, HO 10, Item 33795, Size 0, $50 shippedReplyDelete
EUC printed calf hair sofia clutch in tiger stripe, $75 shipped
EUC lockwood studded bucket bag, black, $42 shipped
EUC Classic peacoat / small / hthr charcoal/ item 99724/ $50 shipped
EUC trench motorcycle jacket, Size 0, $50 shipped
EUC heather charcoal coat, item 99046 (HO08), Size 0, $75 shipped
EUC harriet coat, size 2T, camel, $70 shipped
EUC kinsie printed calf hair peep toes, black/ white/ pink, size 7, $65 shipped
NWT Criss cross tee, blue/green/ white, item 01492, XXS, $15 shipped
VGUC Superga 2750 metallic sneakers / 6 MEDIUM / METALLIC SILVER / item 10350/ $30 shipped
EUC Madewell Sweatshirt Sweater in Neon / SMALL / NEON WATERMELON/ $25 shipped
EUC Madewell Sweatshirt Sweater in Neon / SMALL / NEON TANGERINE/ $25 shipped
ECU Madewell Denim Button Mini / 26 / SKYWAY/ ITEM 58456/ $40 shipped
NWT MADEWELL Silk Peplum Top / small / true black/ ITEM 13104/ $45 shipped
EUC Madewell Indigo Ink Raglan Tee / X-SMALL / VOYAGE BLUE/ ITEM 20472/ $30 shipped
New Capri pink cashmere tee (short sleeve) item 28762, XXS, $60 shipped
New Heather lemon cashmere tee (short sleeve) item 28762, XS, $60 shipped
COH Avedon in royal, size 26, $50 shipped
COH Avedon in secret, Size 26, $50 shipped
US ship- Paypal. Thanks! Will consider offers.
Condupuy at Verizon dot netReplies
I also have a EUC Kate spade fanfare brette in leopard, $115 shipped. thanks!Delete
NWOT Bow Necklace Cardi-size MReplyDelete
Brown-Holiday 08 #10175 $32
NWT GLIMMER Pocket Cardi-
size m-pink champagne #20272
EUC SOPHIE PEACOAT-size M-navy
Fall 2007-$45
Casbah Print Perfect Shirt-size 8-like new-$40
NWOT Starfish Print Sweater-size M-summer 07
Size M-bright flame/brown/white with gold thread
Spring 08-#90566
KARMA NECKALCE Yellow-#11173
All prices include US Shipping
Pics available upon request
Black Rosette Wool Tank Dress - Small NWT on ebay but will end the sale for an interested JCA!ReplyDelete
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NWT Raindrop lace top-bright pink-size 6ReplyDelete
68394 Spring 12
NWT Blouson Dress in Royal Paisley-size 4
Holiday 2011
NWT FANFARE blazer-size 6-spring 12-#64544
All prices include US shipping
Pics available upon request
Good Morning JCAs!ReplyDelete
More J Crew classics and some current styles for sale in my Ebay Store!
This week I have listed the original retail Lexington in Black/Ivory
and the velvet Bella in Welsh Purple, both in Size 10.
Also, the current Majesty Peacoat, NWT in Vintage Berry in Size 8,
and the Wide Calf Hair Belt in Size Small.
Any questions? Email me at
oliviahoneyb at gmail dot com
Have a great week!
Good morning!ReplyDelete
Price includes domestic shipping via USPS with tracking. Paypal only, please.
EUC Downtown Field Jacket, black, XS (retail version), $50
Reasonable offers considered.Delete
I also have a gift card for $120 and change that I won't be using. I'd like to get at least $95 for it. Let me know if you are interested!Delete
Downtown field jacket sold.Delete
Reasonable offers considered on the gift card--it's a great opportunity for someone who wants to take advantage of the current promo. I can e-mail the gift card number and PIN immediately upon receipt of payment! :)
Hi Amy, emailed u a bit ago :) thx!Delete
Gift card has sold.Delete
I have a number of J.Crew items for sale in the size 00-2 range. Please see Polyvore (http://www.polyvore.com/for_sale/set?id=78542045) for a full list with photos.ReplyDelete
All offers are welcome! Individual prices are listed for each item, but I'm trying to clear some closet space, and so I'm offering group discounts as well:
All eleven items (Hacking Jacket not included) for $375.
Both dresses for $110.
All six skirts for $150 or any three skirts for $85.
All prices include shipping. Please email for photos!
I also have a gray Bella jacket (retail) in size 6 that I'm hoping to trade for a size 0 in the same color.
I have a NWT ruched french swing top / MEDIUM / RED CURRANT for sale. $30. (Will consider offers)ReplyDelete
US ship - Paypal. Pics available, email questions to harrindell at gmail dot com
J CREW FACTORYReplyDelete
NWT Factory Houndstooth Pencil Skirt, Size 6, $60
NWT Factory Double-Serge Mini Skirt, Size 8, Stone, $40
NWT Jeweled Medallion Sweater, Size Small, $45
EUC S/S Cashmere Tee, Pomegranate, Large, $40
NWoT Gem Print Pencil Skirt (Sample), Size 6, $50
EUC Pansy Jacquard Pencil Skirt, Size 8, $50
EUC Flair skirt in Double-Serge Wool, Size 8 Petite, Heather Acorn and Navy, $40 each
EUC Pleated Skirt in Crepe, Vibrant Fuchsia/Pink, Size 8, $35
EUC Silk Butterfly Blouse, Size 8, Academic Green, $50
EUC Midnight Floral Linen Tee, Medium, $15
NWT Classic Schoolboy Blazer in Navy, Size 8, $110
EUC Schoolboy Blazer in Velvet, Black, Size 6, $60
EUC Miller High-Heeled Motorcycle Boots in Suede, Brown, Size 7, $42 (includes shipping)
EUC Brompton Hobo in Suede, Tropical Green, $75
Contact me at email@example.com
All prices include shipping to US. I'll ship to Canada for an additional shipping cost, just let me know please.
I am selling several items in the 00-0, XXS-XS range on ebay hereReplyDelete
Will continue to add more throughout the week!
I have a Collection Gramercy Houndstooth coat in pristine condition. This was from 2007, I believe, and retailed for $398. Size 4, $175 shipped.ReplyDeleteReplies
NWT Heidi Dress in Wool Flannel in Black, size 2. $25
NWT Silk leopard dress, size 0. $30
VGUC Flowy Jersey Bateau Dress, size XS. $15
NWT Tissue Turtleneck Tee in Strawberry (a light pink), Heather Graphite and Vintage Rosewood, size XS. $18 for all three.
NWT Natasha Top in Deep Lagoon, size 0. $22
NWT Long sleeve white dress shirt, size XS. $15
NWT Café Capri in Yacht Blue, size 2. $22
EUC Eliza cotton Skirt. Size 4 in weathered stone. $15
NWT 1035 Trouser in Super 120's in Black, Size 2. $40
NWT Café Trouser in Black, Size 2. $22
Kate Spade Broome Street Jeans, size 28. $30
EUC Cameron Tweed Jacket. Old School J Crew from Holiday 06. Page 47 in Holiday Catalog. In Black. Size 4 but fits more like a today's 2. "Richly textured, double breasted Italian wool tweed jacket." $25
EUC Felted Wool Pippa Jacket. Bright Rust (a dark red) color. Size 2. $25
All are from the retail store not factory. All prices include shipping in the U.S.
Contact me at Beco12345 at aol dot com for photos. Thank you!Replies
I just wanted to share that rebecca is a wonderful seller. she was very responsive and a fast shipper!Delete
EUC Tilda Oxford Rhinestone Top, Classic Blue, Size 0, $60 (worn twice)ReplyDelete
EUC No. 2 Double Serge Wool Pencil Skirt, Size 0, Dark Poppy, $45 (never worn, but bought on eBay)
EUC French Hen Sweater (FA '12), Size S, Acorn, $50 (never worn)
EUC Liberty Toothpick in Emma and Georgina Floral, Size 25, $25 (never worn)
EUC Cotton Gingham Button-Down (sorry, I don't know the exact name), Blue, Size 2, $15 (worn twice)
EUC Tippi in Stripe, Burgundy/Pink, Size S, $20
All prices include shipping, and if multiple items are purchased together, I'll deduct $5 off the total price.
Contact me with any questions at firstname.lastname@example.com
Oops, forgot to add an item.Delete
EUC Collection Cashmere Polka Dot Sweater (93473), Green Atlantic, Size S, $125.
All items not sold will be placed on eBay under the name transponster.
Fabulous, old-school JCrew camis (Abstract Rose, Talitha patchwork, Brushstroke Rose, Lattice, Kya. Palace Floral Kya etc) in Size 2, 4 or 6 available for sale. Almost all of these were sitting unworn in my closet for a long time and has wrinkles because of that. Please take a look at the album and contact me at email@example.com. Prices/ Description in the bottom of the picture.ReplyDelete
Ideas for styling these camis can be found hereDelete
I have several autumn/winter J Crew items to sell, all very well cared for. Prices include shipping in the US and I would be open to reasonable offers I did try to add embedded links in this post but it wasn't working, so please excuse the long, cut and pasted links:ReplyDelete
EUC Wool Flannel Golden Roses Dress, size 2, $55
See it here: http://www.polyvore.com/crew_golden_roses_dress/thing?id=28698317
EUC Shirtdress in Wool Garbardine, size 4, navy $55
See it here: http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/suiting/dresses/PRDOVR~96857/96857.jsp
EUC Gold and Black Jacquard Pleated Skirt, size 2, Gold, $35
EUC Origami Sheath Dress in Wool Crepe, size 0, beige, $55
See it (in another color) here: http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/suiting/dresses/PRDOVR~43712/43712.jsp
EUC Cashmere Cascade Sweater, size XS, snow $55
See it here: http://www.polyvore.com/cashmere_cascade_sweater/thing?id=44911156
NWOT Collection Cashmere Tippi Sweater in Stripe, size XS, Lilac with navy stripe, $55
See it in another color here: http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/sweaters/crewnecks/PRDOVR~33981/33981.jsp
EUC Cashmere V-Neck Long Sleeved Sweater, size S, deep lavender
EUC Cashmere Maureen Sweater, size S, deep blue
See it here: http://www.polyvore.com/cashmere_maureen_sweater/thing?id=32447684
I also have one Summer dress that I am hoping to sell in order to make some space in my closet:
NWOT Collection Heirloom Shift Dress, size 0, alabaster
See it here: http://www.polyvore.com/heirloom_shift_dress/thing?id=33271682
Thanks for looking!
If you are interested or would like to see pics or make an offer, please contact: email@example.com
I have a pair of Madewell leather archive boots in the English Sade brown color from fall 2012. Size 8.5. They are EUC, only worn a handful of times. Asking $178. Listed on ebay here. Thanks!ReplyDelete
I have several pieces to sell - I have been short on time today so going to try something different today:) Most of my items are size 0 and XS. Needing to sell things so all items will be sold for $26.00 each this includes shipping. If you are interested please email me and I can send pictures and then we will go from there. I have jackie cardigans, skirts, 1 pair of boots and more.
my items are NWT or used with care
Thank you
Hello, items have been added to my eBay shop:ReplyDelete
-black watch plaid pencil skirt, size 10
-grey herringbone cafe capri, size 10
Hi, there!ReplyDelete
Double Cloth Lady Day Coat with Thinsulate, perfect condition, in Vibrant Flame, size 4T: $80.
Please email me if you're interested! Feel free to make me an offer as well.
NWT Martime Blazer in Navy. Size XS. $45 shipped.ReplyDelete
EUC Raindrop Lace Tee in Pink Azalea. Size 0. $40 shipped.
EUC Graphic Dot Tee in Navy (with green dots). Size XS. $15 shipped.
EUC Driving Mocs in Gold. Size 5. $20 shipped.
Non-J. Crew:
NIB Coach Signature Canvas Flats. Black. Size 6. $45 shipped.
Pleaes email email@example.com.
EUC (worn once!)ReplyDelete
Stadium-cloth Peacoat / 00 / dark fatigue
$75 shipped
Darby Suede Loafers / 7 / Blush Stone
$65 shipped or willing to trade for a 7.5!
Women's Belstaff Roadmaster JacketReplyDelete
Size 38
From J.Crew Fall 2010
EUC, worn only few times
$300 + $10 shipping
okha84 (at) gmail.com
Hi-I have several items' auctions ending in the next few days. Sizes 8-12, some long/tall, J Crew (Metallic Schoolboy, Factory cord skirt, Calista cami, etc), great Boden and Talbots dresses, etc. Thanks!ReplyDelete
Hey ladies! I am selling two winter coats :)ReplyDelete
Stadium Cloth Boulevard Trench Coat!!
Size 0
Smoky Coral color
2012 Version
Originally $365
I am selling it for $230 + $15.00 Shipping. I have worn it three times and it is in perfect condition. No tears, stains, or other flaws.
Stadium-Cloth Cocoon Coat
Size 00
Excellent Used Condition
Originally $350
I am selling it for $180 + $10.00 Shipping. I just bought it from a great seller on Ebay who only wore it a couple of times. It didn't fit me unfortunately, so it's still in great condition! I vouch for it and the fact that it has no tears/rips/stains.
Let me know if you want me to send you actual pictures of either coat, and I would be happy to!
Thank you,
EUC Tippi crewneck sweater, size XS in heather dark grape. Fall 2011. Worn three times. $35.ReplyDelete
This is the color: http://www.lyst.com/clothing/jcrew-hthr-dark-grape-tippi-sweater/
EUC Scout chinos, size 0 in midnight (a blue-black). Summer 2013. Worn twice. $30.
liana.lareau at gmail.com
Tippi cardigan in leopard print froom fall 12,worn only once,xs, $35 shipped.ReplyDelete
Merino wool scarf in retro jade from fall12,$30 shipped.
US ship and paypal only!
Contact me email@example.com
Feel free to make me an offer for any item below!ReplyDelete
NWT dark blue hammered silk Amelia tank (SU 2008), size 12, $35
NWOT orange silk henley layering cami (HO 2010), size 12, $30
EUC sunshine peony coccinelle strapless dress, size 12, $35
NWOT gray city-fit stretch wool bistro pants, size 6, $15
NWOT (with magnetic tag) retail wallpaper mini, size 8, $15
NWOT Lexington blazer in heather nickel (gray) with cream piping, size 10, $125.
No item worn more than a couple times. Thanks! caralynnlewis at gmail dot com
I have one set of JC bracelets left on ebay:ReplyDelete
Also a pair of EUC J.Crew glitter peeptoe pumps, size 11:
This comment has been removed by the author.ReplyDelete
NWT full-length minnie pant in bi-stretch wool (06685) in black, size 00 $50ReplyDelete
NWT petite pear necklace in Fiesta Purple AND White (07335), $35 each
inludes shipping (to US) and pp
Hi. You've got mail from me! :) Thanks, LeahDelete
This comment has been removed by the author.ReplyDelete
EUC J Crew V Neck Crepe Dress, Navy, Sz 0, wore once last Fall. In impeccable condition--no defects whatsoever. $50 shipped (I bought it at $178- 30% off) email@example.com
- AnonymousOctober 22, 2013 at 6:20 AM
EUC J.Crew Perfect button up shirt in suckered gingham neon azalea size 2ReplyDelete
$40 shipped OBO
Paypal only, all prices include shipping, all items from smoke-free, pet free home.ReplyDelete
EUC J.Crew wool no. 2 pencil skirt in bronzed ochre/ size 12 / (1.5 inch waistband) SP11, $55. Worn once.
NWT size 12 J.Crew printed silk chiffon Lucienne dress in hyacinth (floral) $60. website photo here
EUC J.Crew felted wool mini size 10 (Holiday 09, has grograin ribbon waistband). $30
NWT J.Crew Factory pencil skirt in lightweight wool suiting skirts (Holiday 2011) size 12 in black and heather carbon - $25 each or $45 for both.
NWT J.Crew matchstick jeans in selvedge 32R, $60
EUC J.Crew Perfect Fit Mixed tape cardigan size M in dark rosewood, $20
EUC J.Crew Notte tweed pencil skirt $40. (Fall 2010). worn twice, skirt is a little pilled which is just the fabric of the skirt, not wear.
EUC Gap denim mini skirt, dark rinse, size 12T, $20
Photos on request.
fablifeforever at gmail dot com
EUC Deco shirred skirt / 4 / black & white -- $40 shippedReplyDelete
brooklinian at gmail
Selling some J.Crew & Anthropologie items that are perfect for the holiday seasons! Check them out here - http://shopaholicsfabulouscloset.blogspot.com/ReplyDelete
NIB Augusta Peep Toes Slingback Heels - Soft Apricot - size 6.5 - $65 shipped
NIB Charlie Ruffled Suede Platform Mary-Janes Heels - Indigo - size 6.5 - $68 shipped
NIB Cate Patterned Slingback Heels - Paisley pattern - size 6.5 - $55 shipped
NWOT Roxie Ruffle Cardigan - Taupe - size XS - $25 shipped
NWT Watercolor Pastiche Cardigan - size XS - $30 shipped
I'm open to offers as I need to clean out my closet! Feel free to email me if you're interested in any items from my sale blog - email@example.com
- AnonymousOctober 22, 2013 at 5:59 PM
Hello! I have 2 items:ReplyDelete
EUC (like new - worn once) Cobalt Blue pencil skirt, sz. 6, from FA12 - $30 shipped.
NWT Micro-tweed jacket/blazer, sz. S, $45 shipped.
ajswirsky AT sbcglobal DOT netReplies
- AnonymousOctober 22, 2013 at 7:37 PM
Also, getting ready to put it up on Ebay, but I'll just put it here first:Delete
EUC Ladies Marmot black down ski parka, sz. M, $90 shipped. I can email pics if interested.
ajswirsky AT sbcglobal DOT net
Hello, I am looking to sell (all retail)ReplyDelete
- tartine satchel in colorblock
Item 53166 brand new
Asking $120 plus shipping
- Biella tassel loafer in size 7.5
These are the navy ones with pink
Brand new with box
Asking $100 plus shipping
- Martina suede wedge in size 7.5
Color is sandstone, item 50460
Asking $120 plus shipping
Please email me if you have any questions at firstname.lastname@example.com
Thank you and have a great eveningReplies
Sorry the item no for the Biella tassels is 45914Delete
Selling a mens 3 button navy blue blazer 42 L, wool:
Mens Cotton Chino Blazer 42L, 3 button:
Symphony Coat. Sz 4, dublin green. $150
Searching for a sash skirt, sz 6, preferably in purple
sorry, my contact is amylou at hotmail dot comReplyDelete
updated list-- removed sold and lowered some prices.ReplyDelete
EUC Buffalo plaid shirt jacket, HO 10, Item 33795, Size 0, $40 shipped
NWT Merino sequin chiffon shell, putty, XS, $40 shipped
EUC Classic peacoat / small / hthr charcoal/ item 99724/ $40 shipped
EUC trench motorcycle jacket, Size 0, $50 shipped
EUC heather charcoal coat, item 99046 (HO08), Size 0, $75 shipped
EUC Madewell Denim Button Mini / 26 / SKYWAY/ ITEM 58456/ $40 shipped
NWT MADEWELL Silk Peplum Top / small / true black/ ITEM 13104/ $40 shipped
EUC Madewell Indigo Ink Raglan Tee / X-SMALL / VOYAGE BLUE/ ITEM 20472/ $30 shipped
New Capri pink cashmere tee (short sleeve) item 28762, XXS, $60 shipped
New Heather lemon cashmere tee (short sleeve) item 28762, XS, $60 shipped
US ship- Paypal. Thanks!.
Condupuy at Verizon dot net
Selling the following:ReplyDelete
-EUC Dark Indigo Toothpick Jeans size 24R, $20 shipped
-EUC No.2 Pencil Skirt in Midnight Tweed size 00, $30 shipped
-NWT Fatigue Skirt size 00, $30 shipped
-EUC Belle Skirt in Buttercup (Yellow) retail, $20 shipped.
-EUC Silk Taffeta A-Line Skirt from Fall 08 in Warm Champagne size 2, $30 shipped.
-EUC Silk Taffeta A-Line Skirt from Fall 08 in Burnished Olive size 2, $30 shipped.
-NWT No.2 Pencil Skirt in Royal Violet size 00, $40 shipped.
-NWT Vintage Corduroy Skirt from FW 2008 in Chocolate size 0P, $20 shipped
-NWOT Vintage Corduroy Skirt from FW 2008 in Gray size 0P, $20 shipped
-NWOT Belle Skirt in Gray size 0, $20 shipped (There are 2 very tiny marks on this skirt. It has never been used)
-NWOT Painted Brushstroke Floral Belle Skirt size 0, $40 shipped.
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-EUC Abercrombie and Fitch navy down vest with hood (from F/W 2012), $40 shipped.
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" EVENT 4 " ------ Ireland's 8-Ball Challenge Tour 2016
Ireland's 8-Ball Challenge Tour held Event 4 ranking tournament of 2016 season today in Q-Sports Academy Fintona (Sunday 25th September) with only one event remaining before the " £900 GRAND-FINALS " when 16 players battle out for the top prize-money on offer.
Congratulations to Conrad McCann who produced a brilliant display throughout the day to be crowned EVENT 4 champion defeating Tyrone inter county junior player Galvin McDermott in the final on a 8-5 score-line.
On route to the final Conrad defeated the following players on his way on winning his first Challenge Tour event from last-16 onwards where the ranking points start Paul Corrigan (last-16, 7-2), Ronnie Boyle (1/4-finals, 7-3), Carl Martin (semi-finals, 7-3) before defeating Galvin McDermott in the final to claim his first Challenge Tour title.
LAST-16: ------ (where ranking points start)
Chris Beattie 7-2 Mark Graham
Carl Martin 7-1 Emmet McGuire
Ronnie Boyle 7-3 Scott Rankin
Conrad McCann 7-2 Paul Corrigan
Francis Galligan 7-6 Dick Johnson
Galvin McDermott 7-6 Nathan Moore
Owenie McMenamin 7-0 Ryan Roberts
Tiernan McSorley 7-6 Piotr Samulewicz
Carl Martin 7-3 Chris Beattie
Conrad McCann 7-3 Ronnie Boyle
Galvin McDermott 7-3 Francis Galligan
Tiernan McSorley 7-6 Owenie McMenamin
Conrad McCann 7-3 Carl Martin
Galvin McDermott 7-4 Tiernan McMenamin
Conrad McCann 8-5 Galvin McDermott
EVENT !: ------ Declan McConville (Armagh)
EVENT 2: ------ Damian Corrigan (Tyrone)
EVENT 3: ------ Eoin Burns (Tyrone)
EVENT 4: ------ Conrad McCann (Tyrone)
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The Angels of Death were part of the standing army of the efreet in the City of Brass on the Elemental Plane of Fire.[1]
Fully 35,000 efreet armed with composite short bows made up the Angels of Death.[1]
The Angels of Death were the archers of the efreet army. The archers were both mounted and unmounted. Mounted archers rode nightmares, ghost mounts, or skeletal horses.[1]
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The City of Brass served as the base of the Angels of Death.[1]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 Wolfgang Baur (November 1993). Secrets of the Lamp. Genie Lore. (TSR, Inc.), p. 25. ISBN 978-1560766476.


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|Strawberry blossom
Do you like fresh grown strawberries when they come in season? Do you like the health benefits from eating them? Would you like to save money while eating though fresh grown healthy strawberries?
|A cluster of blossoms
Oh my goodness, strawberries are an easy crop to grow in the vegetable garden. Who says the garden is only for vegetables? It is about feeding your family nutritious food and saving money. Strawberries are low in calorie and high in vitamin C.
|A couple of blossoms
If you are looking for information on growing strawberries, look on Seekyt, where you can read my how to garden strawberries: a tutorial. I have Junebearer strawberries in my organic vegetable garden; however, I am definitely considering a raised bed of everbearers. It would give me fresh berries and easier on my back as well and the Junebearers would continue to be used as juice and freeze for smoothies.
|A portion of my patch
This year in Indiana, the weather in March was extremely warm forcing the flowers and the strawberries to bloom faster than normal. We in April have still had chilly nights and light frost so I am hoping my Junebearers that are blossoming in April, make it.
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Wednesday, March 2, 2011
On this day in 1870...
Johann Martin Brueggemann was born in Cleveland Ohio on this day in 1870. He was the youngest child of Clamor L.V. Brueggemann and his wife, Maria.
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Unless you live in a cave, you probably heard about Atlanta's Snow-pocalypse 2014. Motorists were stranded in cars for hours while others were stranded at the office. Students were stranded on school buses or at schools overnight. I was talking with someone recently about how they survived the disaster. The worst part for her was being stranded at home. She lives alone and has no children she told me. "I was bored to tears with being stuck at home for three days," she said. "My life's an empty shell and I didn't know what to do with myself." An empty shell? Really?
Finding Your CallingI believe that we all have a calling, a mission that we have been uniquely gifted for. We've been given talents and abilities that complement that mission. How sad that someone feels so empty that being snowed in for three days, meant she almost went crazy. Don't get me wrong. I can get a little cabin fever myself when stranded at home. However, the number of projects and interests that I have is so numerous, that I rarely get bored. Three days for me, meant time to catch up on writing, planning, communicating with others, reading... I could go on and on.
So often people let life happen rather than making it happen. They meander from day to day, without goals or a clear direction. When disaster or tragedy strikes, they have few resources for coping with it. Something as small as being stuck at home with no one but yourself for company becomes a major ordeal. I understand this mindset. My early years were spent wishing, waiting and wondering if I'd be able to accomplish my dreams. I thought that the stars had to align, the universe had to be generous and the right people had to wander into my life. I gave away my power to anyone and everyone. My life was at the mercy of my circumstances rather than me looking for the opportunity in the circumstances. I didn't set goals and I certainly didn't create an action plan to make my dreams reality. I had an exhaustive to-do-list and I was very busy but without any clear direction. I said yes to anything and everything without evaluating whether or not it fit in with my purpose. Living life intentionally has changed my focus and my life.
Living Life IntentionallyHow do you live your life so that instead of thinking of it as an empty shell, you experience a life of abundance? It first takes a change in your mindset. Rather than looking at life as something that happens to you, you begin to see life as something you create. Much like a writer writes a story or a film-maker creates a film, your job is to determine the plot, the direction of the story arc of your life. Of course you can't control everything. I understand that. But you can control your reaction. You can control what you do with the events that occur. You can begin to look for the possibilities in everything. Even when there are no impending changes, you can remain open to the possibilities that are all around. Sometimes you even create change! A great book that addresses this style of living and our tendency to cling to status quo is Who Moved My Cheese? by Spencer Johnson, M.D. There are two approaches to life in this book. Hem and Haw enjoy the comfort of the status quo without ever anticipating or preparing for change. Sniff and Scurry enjoy the present abundance but also plan for the future and notice the evidence of the changes that are coming. They explore the world around themselves. They discover new experiences that are even better than the past. They anticipate and find abundance rather than scarcity. What character do you identify with? Hem and Haw or Sniff and Scurry? Are you waiting for good things to appear in your life or are you out looking for them and making them happen?
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Directed by: Alfonso Cuaron
Written by: Alfonso Cuaron & Jonas Cuaron
Starring: Sandra Bullock & George Clooney
James Cameron: "I think it's the best space photography ever done, I think it's the best space film ever done, and it's the movie I've been hungry to see for an awful long time."
Buzz Aldrin: "I was so extravagantly impressed by the portrayal of the reality of zero gravity. Going through the space station was done just the way that I've seen people do it in reality. The spinning is going to happen — maybe not quite that vigorous — but certainly we've been fortunate that people haven't been in those situations yet. I think it reminds us that there really are hazards in the space business, especially in activities outside the spacecraft."
Quentin Tarantino has named Gravity one of the top ten best films of 2013 so far.
When a filmmaker spends four years of his life (mainly to invent technology to make his film possible!) defying what has come before to make a bold, impactful statement in cinema, you breathlessly anticipate a generation-defining experience on the scale of 2001: A Space Odyssey or Pulp Fiction. With Gravity, Mexican filmmaker Alfonso Cuaron has done what so precious few filmmakers have ever done: he has crafted a blockbuster type of story and infused it with an art-house sensibility to create an experimental thrill ride that has set a new benchmark of excellence. Its astounding to look back at Alfonso Cuaron's American career beginning with a little children's film called A Little Princess, then diving into low-budget foreign fare with Y Tu Mama Tambien, switching to a franchise blockbuster with Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, and now vying for James Cameron's crown with a huge sci-fi artsy/commercial studio picture. Filmmaker Ang Lee is the only director I can think of who has displayed an ability to adeptly traverse across an eclectic diversity of genres and styles of cinematic storytelling.
Gravity's plot is stunningly simplistic and I do not mean that in a derogatory way. Unknown actress Sandra Bullock plays Ryan Stone, a rookie astronaut on her first mission to install a new experimental instrument on the Hubble Space Telescope. Accompanying her on the mission is Matt Kowalski, played by another unknown actor, George Clooney. During the mission, the astronauts receive word that the Russians have fired a missile into a satellite and now the debris from the satellite is heading toward the astronauts at the velocity of a speeding bullet. Unfortunately, the astronauts are unable to avoid the satellite debris in time. Their shuttle is destroyed and the two astronauts are hurled out into space. With depleting oxygen and with more satellite debris headed their way, the astronauts must quickly figure out how to survive and get back to Earth.
The baseline understanding of Gravity is that it is fantastic and groundbreaking. Like with such films as Avatar and How to Train Your Dragon, Gravity is designed to be viewed in IMAX and 3D. With that said, this is a film that as spectacular as it is in terms of technology and thrills on the big screen, it is one whose seams will be a lot more apparent if you watch it on the small screen. Furthermore, once you have seen Gravity once, it will have less repeat watchability because you will know what happens and that sense of dreaded anticipation that makes the film so fun to watch will be gone.
Since watching Gravity, I have spent more time defending the casting choices of Sandra Bullock and George Clooney than anything else that pertains to this film. I too have never been a big fan of Sandra Bullock's performances or her film choices. I cannot say the same for George Clooney, who may not have a wide range when it comes to acting, but the quality of his films cannot be denied (e.g. The Descendants, The Ides of March, Fantastic Mr. Fox, Up in the Air, Burn After Reading, Michael Clayton, Syriana, Good Night, and Good Luck). With that said, allow me to dispel any of your reasonable notions that no film featuring these actors can be any good. This may be my first and very last time that I will sing the praises of Sandra Bullock's performance. Playing the role of a mother who lost her daughter in an accident and now spends her life buried in her work to forget the pain, Bullock does a fine job conveying the pain and loneliness of her character. Mind you, my approval of her performance is less an approval and more of a pleasant surprise that I finally got to see Bullock deliver a performance I could tolerate and respect. As for Clooney, admittedly, he puts forth the same schtick he has done in just about every movie he's ever done (including Syriana, for which he won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor). I don't find anything wrong with that. Just like with other famous actors who have generally delivered the same type of performance, you either respond to it or you don't.
Putting their performances aside, I was disappointed that Bullock's character basically amounted to another stereotypical female. Dr. Ryan Stone was prone to emotionality and fear. She was inexperienced. When faced with a problem, her first response was to lock up and panic, and we almost never saw her approach a situation calmly and with intelligence. I wish we could have seen more of a heroine instead of someone who simply pauses, reflects, and waits for the next disaster to strike, and when that disaster comes, she is unprepared. And not surprisingly, when she decides to totally give up and die, the film "resurrects" the male character so that he can push her to move onward.
A big issue with thrill ride films like Gravity and Jurassic Park is that the technology overtakes the story. Sometimes, as with these two examples, the technology is ground-breaking and exciting enough to dwarf any issues the movie may have, such as the lack of a complex narrative. That is not to say that Gravity's story is weak. Alfonso Cuaron is known as a visual storyteller and you see that skill displayed here, in which the dialogue is secondary to the visuals in terms of telling the story. By the way, the opening of Gravity is probably the best use of silence I have ever seen – it perfectly sets the tone of the entire film. In addition, it is a testament to the filmmaker's storytelling skill that despite the fact that 80-90% of Gravity is all CG, you will never once be distracted by the technology or, alternatively, be drawn by it to the detriment of what is narratively going on in the film.
In terms of the technical craft that went into making Gravity, I can't say much more than what I have already said. Cuaron boldly commits to the idea that what we will see is not a fictionalized/fantasy version of space that we see in every other space movie, but that the outer space our story takes place in is the real thing. Hence, there is no sound other than the voices of our characters. When there is an explosion, you do not hear it. Cuaron accomplishes creating a space that comes off feeling airless, isolated, and hermitic. Supplementing the sound design is Steven Price's fantastic score, which perfectly marries the silence of space. Furthermore, Cuaron and cinematographer Emmanuel Lubezki should be credited with creating instantly iconic shots and compositions that will forever be hailed as essential additions to space-set filmmaking. Now not being a fan of 3D, I was also relieved that for once someone was able to make good use of the format. The 3D is never overwhelming. It is used judiciously and sparingly, frequently to heighten the emotional moments rather than serve as a battering ram of laser pyrotechnics.
Gravity may not have the philosophical ambition of 2001, the space adventure to which it is most often being compared to. However, fairness demands that we recognize this film for trying to be something else. With its deliberately archetypal characters and chewy dialogue, Gravity feels a lot like something James Cameron would have made and that is an enormous compliment to make. In short, Gravity is a brilliant, unerringly entertaining thriller that will make you believe in the higher power of movies, of how a giant screen, a darkened room, and a story can take you to places you can't even imagine. As a fun little tidbit of information, the voice of Mission Control is Ed Harris, who played Flight Director Gene Kranz in Apollo 13.


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You are so inventive with your play ideas for Ruby! She is lucky to have such a creative Mumma! I am saving these posts of yours in a folder so I can refer to them when Everly is older - they are a great inspiration. So, thank you!
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The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) on Wednesday
announced that it is on track to spend over $400 million on research awards in
2013. PCORI Executive Director Dr. Joe Selbey said, "We've awarded $88.6
million already this year through the broad funding announcements tied to our
national research priorities and committed another $30 million through a
topic-specific announcement on preventing fall-related injuries in older
adults. Between September and December, we plan to approve up to an additional
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The Best and Worst from the Sermon on the Mount
Recently I've been thinking about the Sermon on the Mount (Mt 5-7 and pars in Lk 6:12,20-49; 11:1-4,9-13,33-36; 12:22-34,57-59; 13:23-24), reflecting on the wisdom of these received teachings. Some offer more than others. Anyway, here are my favorite five from this block of material, followed by my least favorite.
Best teachings from the sermon
1. The Lord's Prayer (Mt 6:9-13/Lk 11:2-4). My favorite part of the sermon. You don't have to be a Christian (anymore than Jesus was), or even an apocalyptic, to be inspired by the vision of abundance for all, erasure of debt, and a utopian "heaven on earth".
2. Hypocrisy (Mt 7:1-5/Lk 6:37-38,41-42). Though I wince at the anachronism, Jesus understood the phenomenon of projection all too well -- that people attribute their own bad qualities to others. People do it without realizing it.
3. Retaliation (Mt 5:38-39/Lk 6:29). Originally intended as a survival strategy for itinerants -- Jesus literally meant to turn the other cheek and relinquish clothing to assailants -- the spirit of this dictum as we've come to know it remains timelessly valuable, especially in a world where people seem to live by, "An eye for an eye, with a rock through the head as well."
4. Treasures in Heaven (Mt 6:19-21). I guess I have to like this one, since I'm a relatively poor public servant, with a worthless blog to boot. (See Jim West's recent update of the monetary values of the biblioblogs.)
5. Love Enemies (Mt 5:43-44/Lk 6:27-28). It sounds trite and Sunday-schoolish, but it's a wise thing to strive for -- and probably the hardest of the sermon's commandments to follow.
Worst teaching from the sermon
* The Golden Rule (Mt 7:12/Lk 6:31). One of the worst sayings from the New Testament, let alone the sermon. Intuitively it makes sense, saying in effect, "put yourself in someone else's shoes -- how would you feel?" But the fact is that other people do not necessarily want to be treated as "you" do. It's a rather obvious point and a bit embarrassing to have to point out.
Instead of "do unto others as you would want done to you", let's try instead, "do unto others as they would want done to them." Communication and personality specialists, more than anyone, have suggested this alternative to the Golden Rule, calling it The Platinum Rule. The rule demands more of us, of course, because we're not at liberty to project ourselves and simply assume that others think and feel as "I" do.


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2013 is coming to an end, and Social Media stats from around the Internet are rolling in! Many social sites saw impressive number gains this year, and the statistics make for very valuable marketing tools when planning for 2014. I have gathered what I think are some of the most important facts and put them into an infographic for all of you to reference.
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10 Ways to Humanize Your Brand Through Social Media
Many people will Like a brand on Facebook or Follow them on Twitter, simply because they love what the brand has to offer. Some won't stick around unless the company has valuable messages to deliver. In the end too much repetitive information and not enough humanized content can make community members bolt quickly, so it's very important that your brand finds a unique voice and keeps it consistent. Not only do you want to stand out but you want your fans to feel like they're talking to someone they can trust – not a company CEO who can't relate to them. Here are ten tips for humanizing your brand on Social Media, and some advice on what to avoid.
Klout vs. Kred – Which is Better For you?
If you're an avid Social Media user, chances are you've seen people talking about Klout and Kred scores and may have even been prompted to find out your own numbers. For those who have never looked too deeply into the world of social scoring, what are these numbers and are they really important?
Facebook Photo Size Cheat Sheet!
Whether you have a regular Facebook account or you have a fan page, uploading photos to your profile and timeline can be a guessing game that ends in frustration. Facebook has rather strict guidelines for photo sizes which can leave you with blurry uploads if they're too small, or error messages if they're too big.
An easy way to save yourself some time and the headache of guessing how to size your uploads is to use a cheat sheet! I've put together an infographic for all of you visual folks out there, laying out the proper sizes needed for your header image, your profile photo, as well as a few types of uploads for your wall or page timeline.
How to Run a Photo Contest Using Social Media
These days it can be tricky to come up with fresh, new content for your Social Media pages without sounding repetitive or copying other businesses. One of my favorite solutions to this problem is crafting a contest around your business – not only will your fans appreciate the change of pace, but if you throw in some kind of a reward they'll jump at the chance to participate and create more buzz for your pages!
A simple yet effective contest to run is a photo contest. The idea may sound daunting, but as long as you plan ahead and make efficient use of your various social sharing venues, you won't fail. To begin coordinating your photo contest, start with choosing a theme. If there's an upcoming holiday, you can center your contest around that special day and give your audience something to work with. Should you decide to give away a product, gift certificate, or coupon, you can cater the prizes to your theme as well.
Next, you'll want to decide upon the official rules that they'll need to follow. Here's a sample set:
- Participants must be 18 years or older.
- Entries must be submitted by March 1st.
- Entries submitted on Twitter, Tumblr, or Instagram must be tagged with #EpicPhotoContest.
- Entries limited to three per person.
- Any entries displaying offensive or sexual material will not be counted.
- It is the responsibility of the winning participant(s) to contact us via email by March 10th.
Once you have your theme, prizes, and rules finalized you can start planning all of the media elements of your contest. Consider your Social Media presence and how your pages can be used to leverage this competition. Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, Flickr, and Tumblr are all excellent venues on which you can accept your entries, but you'll need to monitor the pages closely to make sure contestants are not posting inappropriate content. This is especially important for Facebook as they have very strict policies about such violations. On Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, and Tumblr you can supply a certain hash-tag or keyword so that you can easily search for entries. In the sample set of rules above I used #EpicPhotoContest, but this tag can be anything related to your brand. Just make sure that it's unique so you can easily pick out the entries when you search for the tag. You may also consider asking your contestants to geotag their photos, as this will help you with statistical research and allow more insight into your audience.
It'll be important to have some graphical images to accompany your contest. Use Photoshop or a free program like Gimp to come up with something simple but eye-catching which includes all of the important information. You can post these graphics on your website and link them to your official rules, and you can also post them on all of your Social Media channels. Because consumers are very visually driven, this will be a great way to catch their eye and draw them in. You can also print off flyers for the contest and pass them out around your town, including information such as your Social Media pages and the proper hash-tag they'll need to enter.
Once your graphics are made and your contest has begun, don't be shy about promoting it often! Feature entries as they roll in to encourage other users, and send out a newsletter about the contest. If you partner with similar companies, ask them to make blog post or send out a Tweet directing their fans to your contest, and promise to do the same for them in the future. Once you reach the ending date, make sure you praise your winners on your various Social Media pages so that other users know the contest is over. Such praise will also encourage future entries! Be transparent through the process, providing updates and news on your Social Media pages, and it'll surely make your brand seem more personable. Remember: the more personable and open you are with your audience, the more they will trust you and want to participate in your online activities!


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About the film
Snow White and the Huntsman is an action/ fantasy film that is based on the story of Snow White by the Brothers Grimm. The film was released at cinemas on 30th May and is rated 12A due to scenes of a violent nature. The film has a run time of 127 minutes.
As a child, Snow White's mother always told her that she and her beauty was pure and one day it could save her. When her mother dies, Snow White's father, the King is inconsolable until he meets Ravenna. Ravenna, disguised as a hostage, captures the King's heart with her beauty and only the next day they get married. Ravenna is actually a powerful witch and has conquered several of kingdoms and plans to take over the entire continent. She soon learns from her Magic Mirror that she will be overthrown by her stepdaughter Snow White, who will also surpass her as the "Fairest of Them All." After killing the King, Ravenna imprisons Snow White in the tower, never to be thought of again.
Years later, Snow White finally manages to escape the tower and into to Dark Forest. Queen Ravenna summons Eric, a Huntsman to track down Snow White and bring her back so that she can consume her heart. Instead, Snow White manages to talk Eric into taking her to see a long lost old friend in an attempt to bring down the Queen. With the help of a set of dwarves, Snow White begins to plot how to get rid of Ravenna once and for all.
What I thought
When I first heard about this film, I was in two minds about whether or not I wanted to see it. While I loved the idea of a retelling and that Charlize Theron would play the step-mother, I HATE Kristen Stewart and her alone put me off. However, I bit the bullet and went to see it anyway.
Snow White and the Huntsman puts a fresh and exciting twist on a very classic fairy tale. The opening of the film, showing Snow White with her mother before she dies paints a very romantic picture of family and what they mean to each other. However brief it may have been, the relationship between Snow White and her mother was very special and touching to watch. There is also the sweet relationship between Snow White and her childhood friend William to discover. This is where the niceties stop though.
After her mother's death, Snow White's father, the King remarries the evil and devious Ravenna. It soon becomes clear that Ravenna is a witch and has been around for a very long time. Charlize Theron is one of my favourite actresses and I was so happy to see her in this role. Theron has the ability to play any role, both nice and bad and this film really shows her acting ability. As Ravenna, Theron is seriously evil and scary. She's mean, selfish and only does things that will benefit herself, no matter the outcome to others. For me, Theron was the perfect evil witch and she was just completely outstanding in this role.
What I fail to believe is that Kristen Stewart is more beautiful and fair than Charlize Theron. The whole point of this fairy tale is that Snow White is extremely beautiful and I just don't believe this to be true, especially next to Theron. To me, Stewart is quite plain looking and nothing special as an actress so I think that this role could have been cast differently and it would have been better in general. However, even though before this film I hated Stewart, I didn't completely hate her this time around. As Bella Swan, she bugs me to death and I find her wooden and boring. As Snow White, she shows a little more promise. Stewart gives the character courage and strength, showing Snow White to not be a timid little girl waiting for someone to come and rescue her. She can do that all on her own. The problem with this character is that she doesn't really say much. That actually wasn't a problem for me though as I thought it made Stewart a better actress.
Playing the Huntsman is Thor actor, Chris Hemsworth. As a big, strong butch looking man, Hemsworth was a great choice for the role although not the first choice apparently. The Huntsman was a very troubled character with no idea who Snow White actually was for the majority of the film which clouded her in a sense of mystery. Although playing a strong character, Hemsworth gave the character a softer, sensitive side which made him more likeable overall. As characters go, the Huntsman is the one whose past we get to see the most into. Other characters in this film don't have too much development but luckily, this one does.
The dwarves were by far my favourite thing about this film. Instead of having cute names, these dwarves are drunkards who trap people in the middle of nowhere. Once we start to get to know the dwarves though, it is clear to see that there is much more to them than meets the eye. The leader of the dwarves, Muir, knows exactly who Snow White is and believes that she has something special within her. Once the other dwarves believe the same thing, they see Snow White in a different light and are filled with hope. The dwarves as a whole are a funny set of characters each with their own distinct personalities.
Snow White and the Huntsman is an action packed film which is very different from any other version of this story that I have ever seen or read. This film has a little something for everyone with the action, hot men, beautiful women and a bit of romance thrown in too. I really enjoyed this film a hell of a lot more than I was expecting to and I'm quite surprised to say it but it was partly because I didn't hate Kristen Stewart.


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Tuesday into Wednesday. A quiet parking that was full vans and tents of DH boys and girls here to free ride is now filling with Factory Semi's.
Today, Thursday, we have registration, a course walk and hopefully a bit of a tune up on the old fork from the fox boys. It's real!! Here we go!
Yesterday I ran into a few old friends. It was really nice to see some familiar faces! Jamie Tilbury, and Jon stout are now wrenching for the Polygon Factory crew, fellow Vermonter Dave Trumpore who is now shooting for pinkbike and a handful of other teams! Also ran into fellow USA teammates Galen Carter, Alex Willie, and Shane Leslie. Stoked to be I such good company.
Here's a few pictures from the last few days!
The sunrises and sunsets are amazing here. " there's a fire on the mountain, lightening in them hills"
Every day has ended with a soak in the stream thatf runs down the valley. Ice cold. Perfect recovery.
All bike photos are courtesy of Raffi DieWaldfee. thank you.
Follow my Adventures as I chase down my dream of qualifying for a World Cup Downhill Race!
Wednesday, June 11, 2014
Transition Tr500 bike check
I am fortunate enough to have some amazing sponsors that make some killer products. Here's a look at the bike I'll be racing here in Leogang.
Frame: transition TR500 lg, slack setting. 26 in.
Rear shock: fox DHX RC4
Fork: FOX Float 40
Bars: spank spike bearclaw, 777mm wide
Grips: spank
Stem: spank spike
Seat post: kore
Saddle: transition
Derailleur and shifter: shimano Zee
Brakes: shimano saint
Cranks: shimano Zee
Pedals: shimano DX
Chainguide: Mrp G3
Wheels: spank spike race 28
Tires: Onza Ibex DH 26 *2.4
She weighs in around 27.3 lbs
Due to the interface between Safari and this website I cannot comment all he way through each post.
New for the team this year we have picked up Spank and Onza tires. The spike bar and stem
Have a great balance of stiffness and dampening. The wheels are amazing. Their "Oobah " rims really can take a beating!
Onza is making some incredible tires and really deserve more attention for their quality!
They only produce the best, they have no cheap oem spec tires. And the grip is incredible! It took me a day to get used to how much further I could push the ibex before they broke free! Their open tread is perfect for East coast riding at home!
I have ridden 3 days here in Leogang and it is rough. Being one of the only bike parks it gets bet up.
So many breaking bumps that you must do a bolt check every night!
My MRP G3 has taken a serious beating here, and hasn't failed me once. Unreal..
The Fox Float 40 is clutch here. The speed is so much greater due to the steepness here. The holes are bigger and the impacts much harder. Being able to get a progressive spring rate and have a few clicks of compression create noticeable improvement is so important !
The new smaller shaft and valving on the RC4 makes for some impressive small bump compliance!
I am so stoked to be here and can't thank my sponsors family and friends enough for helping me get here!
|Raffi DieWaldfee Photo. First couple days of practicing. this bike took everything this Mtn had to offer, and was ready for more!
|New for me and the team this year are Onza tires. They are a Swiss company.
Their philosophy is that they will not make an average tire. They will
Monday, June 9, 2014
After 2 long days of travel I finally made it to my Hotel in Leogang. "Half board" is the best thing ever! Breakfast and dinner included! They already are laughing at how much I eat, and that I am the only one who asks for water instead of beer with dinner. They bring me a monster glass of water every night with a chuckle. I am about 4 K's from the lift. I got of the train on Friday and proceeded to shlep my bike box, duffle, and backpack 3 k in the wrong direction up the bike path to the Mtn thinking that's where my hotel was.....long day. It was everything I could do to stay awake for dinner.
Every night there is a table with my name on it. "McAndrew, 2"
I finally found an adapter and will get some go pro pictures and video up today. I took my camera for a jet lag early morning walk and couldn't believe what I saw.....
Every night there is a table with my name on it. "McAndrew, 2"
I finally found an adapter and will get some go pro pictures and video up today. I took my camera for a jet lag early morning walk and couldn't believe what I saw.....
|The farms are so neat and clean here. The cows look content and well cared for.
Quality of life is great here for both the animals and their caretakers
Friday, May 16, 2014
Views Of America! Headed home.
|The day before I left my TR500 showed up! This baby rips!
|I'm a mountain boy at heart.
|the closer I got to Colorado the greener it got.
|My Buddy Chris Dean lives in Carbondale and
was nice enough to host me and take me for a ride.
Carbondale is beautiful.
|Getting to CO was incredibly, hard to keep your eyes on the road!
|HANK! The named a town after you!
|Carbondale. Ph: Deaner
|The undergrowth here was so rad!
|photos are fun, they let you see your technique and focus on improving
|Deaner's A skiing friend of mine that got himself a mtn bike and is now ripping.
It was awesome to see his progress!
|So fast the world couldn't keep up!
|Leaving CO was pretty tough, 2 ft of snow on loveland pass over night!
|St. Louis.
|This cloud kept blowing up with lightening
|Met up with the Frubee Brothers in Pennsylvania we had
a blast riding some of my old collegiate tracks!
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The problem with having a really good show is the expectation it raises for the next show. Our podcast with Chris Oxenham and Roger Caplan on January 27th turned out to be one of the more popular shows we've done so far and we really wanted to build on that. Unfortunately, due to a schedule accommodation with our next guest, we ended up not having anyone lined up for Friday as of last Monday.
Paul and I discussed simply cancelling this week's show. Dave, thought we were giving up too easily. "There are plenty of people you guys could have on," he suggested. That's the type of thing producers do, keep the show moving.
Dave pointed out that there were two big annual fundraisers coming up in HoCo, Evening in the Stacks next weekend and The Chocolate Ball on March 3rd. Why not have someone come on and talk about them?
He was right of course and we ended up having a another fun show.
We decided to go with the library fundraiser since it was coming up next weekend. By the end of the day Monday, Christie Lassen, the Director of Public Relations for the library, had agreed to join us to talk about her event and the new Miller Branch library.
Another reason to go ahead with the show was the abundance of loco news stories since the last show, including the highly charged Board of Education meeting the night before the podcast.
I also found out that that Paul's family dog, Bailey, came from an out of state breeder and was "flown in" when they got her. I've heard of people driving to another state to pick up a dog but Paul is the only person I know who's ever had their puppy flown in. Consequently he had some pretty strong opinions about the protests against Charm City Puppies.
You can listen to the 59th episode of "and there's that…" here.


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I've given notice about benefits for the Ruth Ellis Center here in the past, specifically the very fun Detroit Massacre Halloween parties that have been held the past two years, and I'm about to do it again!
The Ruth Ellis Center, located in Highland Park, provides short- and long-term residential and support services for at-risk GLBT youth in the Detroit area. This means all those kids who get kicked out of their homophobic homes have a place they can go and don't have to take to the streets. The story of Ruth Ellis is inspirational for anyone interested in the history of the gay and lesbian community in Detroit, and the Ruth Ellis Center does an amazing job of carrying on the spirit of her work.
This Thursday there will be a super fun shopping event called "A Date with Hugh" that will benefit the center. 10% of all sales that night will be donated to the center, and as an added bonus champagne will be served and I am happy to report that Ruth Ellis Center supporters tend to be more attractive and interesting than your average gay bar riff-raff. Everyone is probably familiar with the whole "shop for a cause" thing, so if you haven't done it lately now's a great time!
The event is this Thursday, from 5 to 10pm at Hugh, the bachelor pad boutique, located directly behind the Fox Theater on Park Avenue. Read more about Hugh at www.lovehughlongtime.com! And why not post this on your Facebook page and get your friends to come?
To get you in the mood, you may now listen to one of my favorite Pet Shop Boys songs!


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Desire for balance (as well as other things that I'll describe later) led me here, to Montana. In the month and a half since I've arrived, the pendulum has swung in the other direction, and I haven't done a single backpacking trip. I've been focused on getting up to speed with my work, on getting settled. I resolved to go out this weekend.
Everyone I've met in Montana raves about the Jewel Basin. I look out across the Flathead Valley at it several times a day, wondering what all the fuss is about. It's much earlier in the season to go there, but the snow is melting faster this season. A couple of people say that it's possible to get up there, maybe.
Eli and I head up the steep winding FS road to the Camp Misery Trailhead. We park where snow blocks the road, and hike up the snow-covered road to the trailhead.
It's the most stunning country I've seen since the High Sierra in California. Maybe even prettier. I stare in disbelief. How could it possibly be this incredible? How can this beauty be less than an hour away from where I live? I am overwhelmed with gratitude for being here. So thankful to Eli for offering to go with me up here because I hadn't the courage to venture up here alone.
|Glacier lilies.
|Views of the Flathead Valley.
|Glacier lily and spring beauty country.
|Impossibly beautiful.
|Birch Lake.
|Birch Lake, another angle.
|Around the other side of Birch Lake.
|At the edge. Don't fall in!
|Bursts of wildflowers.
Eli and I decide to try for a lower elevation trailhead to find a place to camp. I'd been starting longingly at the well-spaced trees for my hammock near the ice-covered lake, but up in that highcountry, Eli found nowhere suitable for his tent.
We get to the Echo Broken Leg trailhead, and follow it into a different world of lushness and wildflowers.
|Meadow rue.
|Where are the campsites?
Back at home, I gather up soaking wet clothes and head to the laundromat. There is just enough time to do a load but not enough time for them to dry before they close. So, my trailer transforms into a long-distance hiker hotel room, wet laundry and gear hanging from every surface, and despite the washing, hiker aroma filling the air. It smells like long-distance hiking, like sharing a hotel room with a bunch of happy new backpacking buddies and laughing so hard my belly aches--all fond memories associated with the PCT and AZT. The scent of happiness and home.
I curl up in my down top quilt in my little bunkbed and watch the city lights far below twinkling. And that deep inner peace fills me, and I know in my heart that I am tasting that balance. Because I can be here in my little trailer home, and not out in the backcountry, and realize it's exactly where I want to be. Here in Montana, I have found a place where I can have adventures and be in epic scenery that feels like the most beautiful place in the world, and also be close to my work. If there is anywhere I can discover balance, it is right here.
I didn't need to go backpacking today to find happiness, I've got it right here, just like this. Maybe next week I'll go backpacking. Maybe.
Jewel Basin Hiking Area
Jewel Basin map
Birch Lake Trail


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Piltover Peacemaker: Caitlyn revs up her rifle for 1 second to unleash a penetrating shot which deals physical damage (deals less damage to subsequent targets).
Yordle Snap Trap: Caitlyn sets a trap to reveal sneaky yordles. When sprung, the trap immobilizes the champion and deals magic damage over 1.5 seconds.
90 Caliber Net: Caitlyn fires a heavy net to slow her target. The recoil knocks Caitlyn back.
Ace in the Hole (Ultimate): Caitlyn takes time to line up the perfect shot, dealing massive damage to a single target at a huge range. Enemy champions can intercept the bullet for their ally.
The way I see it, Caitlyn is another step Riot took to transition from Team-based/AOE to more ganking orientated metagame. In my opinion, Caitlyn would likely be an AD burst/carry (or an AD mage). Looking at her skills, she seems to do tons of damage in bursts and crazy long range, but likely burdened with high cooldowns and poor teamfight abilities. Caitlyn isn't likely to be similar to Ashe or Tristana or pretty much any range carries. Her skills require very careful positioning, map awareness, and pre-planning. In other words, she is similar to Teemo!
Headshot (Passive): Every 8 attacks (attacks while in brush count as 2), Caitlyn will fire a headshot, dealing either 150% damage to a champion or 250% damage to a minion.


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balsillie, bringer of chaos
New stories on the Balsillie's moves here and here. Read them.
I vote we rename Balsillie "Balls-y". He is moving really fast and i think he's making the NHL mad. He just may screw up his chances of getting this team.
Summary from those articles: Balsillie is now offering rights for those in Hamilton to buy seat rights (yes, from Ticketmaster) for the "Hamilton Predators" (ad to the right)
Of course, he doesn't own the team, and just requested a meeting with the NHL a couple of days ago to discuss the purchase. That meeting was scheduled for the 19th and was to make a full formal presentation on the 20th, for the purchase to be made final on July 1st. (By the way, the team, whoever owns it, has to invoke the default attendance clause by June 30th). Well - the NHL just canceled that meeting. They said that the papers Balsillie submitted were incomplete. They also pointed out that the board needs more time to vote on some procedural things apparently.
This makes me think two things: either 1) Balsillie isn't as good a business man as we thought and maybe he didn't think this stuff through or 2) the NHL board of governors is already throwing up roadblocks to Balsillie's bid.
Either way, i am liking Balsillie less and less every day.
Oh - and a Senators fan just did this to the ad from above. I love it.


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candle making wax
decorative jars
candle dye
essential oils
LINE CROCK POT WITH LINER PRIOR TO THIS ACTIVITY!!! Fill the jars with wax and set in Crock Pot, careful not to overcrowd. Turn pot on HIGH and let sit until wax is completely melted. If there is not enough wax to your liking, add more. Add dye and fragrance of your choice. Carefully remove from Crock Pot and set on cooling racks. About 10-20 minutes after wax has started to cool, insert wicks. Let sit for many hours. Hope they don't catch on fire when you light the wick.
This looked like such a fun project. "Easy as pie!" one website said! Well, I've made many pies in my day and trust me...they are a whole lot easier to make! I was so excited as I placed the jars in the pot and watched the wax begin to melt. Easy. I went to do something else and heard a "pop" from the Crock Pot- never a good sound. Two of the jars had cracked down the side. I immediately removed them and checked the other two. They were just fine. Lesson #1- don't overcrowd the pot, as I think this is why that happened.
I was a bit impatient and began stirring the hot wax in an effort to get it to melt faster. What was it my grandmother always used to say? Oh yea- a watched pot never boils. Lesson #2- patience is a virtue. I believe this is the reason why my first round of candles looked like an experiment from the hills of Yellowstone! No worries right? Just throw them back in the Crock Pot, remelt them, and let them shape themselves.
Next, the wick. Lesson #3- they don't have to be perfectly centered. After putting the wick in and letting the candles cool further, I realized that they weren't perfectly centered....so I pulled them in an effort to fix that. Well, in short, this resulted in me having to put the candles back in for round 3! Somewhere between these rounds, a funny smell came from my kitchen that didn't smell like the lovely lavender I had chosen to scent my candles with. I went into my kitchen and the Crock Pot was smoking. Lesson #4- use a Crock Pot liner. Wax apparently starts to smoke if it gets too hot. I had simply lined my Crock Pot with just aluminum foil and some of the wax was spilled and leaked underneath, coming in contact with the actual pot itself. And what a pain that was to clean up. Thankfully, I put all these lessons together and went for another round. Ahhhh, success. This is why I have this blog- much like the jam fiasco, I had a Candle Catastrophe. But, now you know the simple tips to help you avoid the same. This is a perfect holiday gift giving craft! (By the way, if you receive one of my creations this holiday season 1) count yourself lucky as there will only be a few ever made 2) give me a hug and know that there was a lot of effort put into it and 3) feel free to comment on the "unique-ness" of the product- I won't be offended!)