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Saturday, March 1, 2014
Should There Be Purchase Limits on the Hot Items?
83 comments:
I was positively disgusted when I saw that! I REALLY REALLY wanted a pair of the Milky Way WU's but there were none in stores. And I'm sorry, I REFUSE to pay $140+ for crops!
I guess my question is, how is this happening in the first place? Would a sales associate not be slightly suspicious if someone was buying an entire size run of something? I may buy one or two of an item if I'm not sure of sizing but not sizes 2 through 12!!!
- March 1, 2014 at 9:59 PM
wth. -__-''
I'm extra annoyed because the Not So Petite Fleur, Milky Way and Silver Spoon have yet to hit my stores. I asked at Pasadena and they said they haven't gotten them. They've got a ton of diamond dot though. TONS. I popped into Glendale and didn't see them and forgot to ask.
- March 1, 2014 at 10:40 PM
- Samantha said...
So frustrating! So many of us don't have stores even remotely in driving distance (I never have no matter where I lived and now, as an FPO customer, must rely on online orders). This puts so many of us out of the running to buy items at retail. none of these were items of interest for me but others have been and the same happens.
- March 1, 2014 at 11:07 PM
I guess who ever lives near Gardena California won't be finding these items in a store near you....sad.
- March 1, 2014 at 11:41 PM
And it is at no cost to these people- because they can return these items 14 days later if they don't sell them straight away. But they do sell them, because they have manufactured the item's scarcity.
Very unhappy about this happening.
- March 2, 2014 at 1:28 AM
Thank you-I Tweeted this yesterday, it makes me furious!!!
- March 2, 2014 at 2:11 AM
Heck yeah they should!
- March 2, 2014 at 2:11 AM
wow... that's really ridiculous
- March 2, 2014 at 2:33 AM
Yes, there should be a purchase limit!! I tried to buy the Milky Way Wunder Unders this past Tuesday at 7AM ET. and they were sold out. The same thing happened to me the Tuesday prior. It infuriates me to see these items on Ebay at ridiculous prices. I'm going to call the company and lodge a complaint.
- March 2, 2014 at 3:13 AM
- Kw said...
I have to agree. This is just abuse.
- March 2, 2014 at 3:19 AM
Oh, that makes me crazy too! If it's so easy for us to find these people, why can't Lululemon find them and do something about it? No, instead they take it out on the regular Joe that sells the odd piece.
- March 2, 2014 at 3:57 AM
- Amanda said...
Lululemon is a big enough company that there is another answer, that they don't like. Ditch the scarcity model on hot items. They have a pretty good idea of what is going to be a faster seller. They did this to themselves. I'm not saying that it's right for people to be scalping the items, but these aren't concert tickets, there is a limited number because lulu made it that way, not because of any particular regulations or capacities that were out of their control.
- March 2, 2014 at 4:24 AM
I wish they would limit the number of items that a single individual could purchase. I live in Cincinnati, and we have two stores here. A single individual went to both stores, and HE bought every size under size 8. When I went to the Hyde Park store, they had two pairs left - a size 8 and a size 10. I wear a size 6, so I went ahead and bought the size 8, hoping that maybe I could find someone to trade with. I bought the size 10 for my granddaughter. The gentleman who bought all of the shorts said that he was buying them for his daughter's track team - allegedly at college, and they wanted them. I have been checking on Ebay to see if HE is listing them. Just so aggravating. I wish Lululemon would limit purchases. It is just ridiculous.
- March 2, 2014 at 4:48 AM
Of course LLL should have limits on buying multiples of any product but the savvy grey marketer will only find a way to get around that. In the luxury retail business I've seen these people go to multiple stores to purchase so they can buy more and they usually only pay cash. The policy should be no more than 2 of the same size and style and no more than 5 total units per transaction.
- March 2, 2014 at 5:21 AM
- LuluAddict said...
@Katy - As far as I am concerned "teams" can buy the not so hot items. Lululemon certainly has a good idea of what is going to be the "hot" seller and limit accordingly. I'm sure these people are claming they are buying them for their "team".
- March 2, 2014 at 5:22 AM
- LuluAddict said...
@Amanda - I'm not ready to have them ditch the scarcity model quite yet. It works in our favor when it comes to resale, which many, many of us take advantage of - we sell our older lululemon to fund our latest purchases. Also, no one wants to walk into their gym or class and see three other ladies with the same item on. I know I am disappointed when I can't find the latest hot thing but I know that another hot thing I'll like just as well is coming so I let it go. However, I don't have a problem with them instituting a purchase limit on things.
- March 2, 2014 at 5:25 AM
Calm down people this is not a new game these professionals are playing its been going on for a long time. It happens @ NIKE, Chanel, Louis Vuitton etc. They will always find a way around it. This is a business for them and most of these gray marketers are Asian families. Before you get all PC I'm Asian myself and I know this for a fact!
- March 2, 2014 at 5:29 AM
Yeah... I also don't want to be walking around dressed the same way as everybody else in the gym. It's just clothes, so if I don't find what I was looking for it's just too bad. As LLA said, there will be another hot item just around the corner.
- March 2, 2014 at 5:34 AM
That's bad. Agreed, LLL can go after sellers like this. NOT the average seller who is just getting rid of clothes as they have too many. I posted some older not even hot stuff on craigslist and my ad got flagged! I've read about it here too, where LLL has blocked people from on-line shopping because they are alleged ebay sellers. SUCH BS!
Buying for a team? To that end, I hope they ask for ID in the store and keep track.
You can limit number of same items per person, but just as someone commented already, people can go to other locations and buy more. When they are determined to make a buck, some people will do this. This may be just how they make their living. And YOU KNOW it is someone reading this blog!
- March 2, 2014 at 5:39 AM
I may be wrong, but I don't think the Milky Way WUs have been available for purchase online yet. A friend of mine was up in the middle of the night with her baby and checked the website when everything was uploaded and they weren't on there at that time. Hopefully they'll be released online in the next week or two.
- March 2, 2014 at 5:39 AM
I agree - a limit on purchases in store is warranted. But I'm confused - hasn't Lulu been flagging and shutting some of these sellers down? Or is that only when they purchase on line?
I think the sadder part for me reading this is that there are schmucks out there willing to pay these aggravated prices just to have an article of clothing.
- March 2, 2014 at 5:44 AM
Something equally annoying (or even more so) is to see the LULU salespeople wearing the hot items (in my size)that I wanted to buy! They purchase the items immediately when unpacking them out of the boxes. I know this to be a fact. They also receive a discount (which is OK) but there should be a "waiting" period for them.
- March 2, 2014 at 6:04 AM
I'm fine with the scarcity model. I agree it helps with resale down the road and also I don't want to go to my gym or Pilates class and see a bunch of other ladies wearing the same item as me. I figure if I miss out on an item that has sold out quickly then I just let it go too. I'll find something else to buy in the future.
I definitely think Lululemon should implement a purchase limit on hot items that you can buy in store or online. A lot of brands and stores currently do it so there wouldn't be anything wrong if they did implement a limit. I think a lot of Lulu customers would find it acceptable. I'm surprised that they haven't done this yet.
- March 2, 2014 at 6:33 AM
Kay @4:48, if you decide you don't want your size 8's I would love to buy them from you. I am in columbus and my store didn't get them and said they don't think they will.
The other store in my area sold out except for a 10 and they wouldn't hold them for me. I am sure they are gone now. Thanks!-Darla
- March 2, 2014 at 6:42 AM
Another thing that adds to the problem is that they don't search inventory at other stores, place holds, etc., basically do anything to help a customer find what they're looking for -- something that most other stores (practically all that I'm aware of) do. I can see how with the current frenzy it could cause problems to do these things, but I do think they need to find some kind of balance and make things less scarce and less stressful for the customer to buy the product they want.
Also, I personally find the ability to resell items for decent prices an unexpected perk more than a necessity. It has changed my buying habits somewhat, but I wouldn't say for the better. I'd prioritize being able to purchase the goods I want to being able to resell high.
Just my opinion, of course!
- March 2, 2014 at 7:02 AM
I like the idea of LLL adding more variety to their line. So many of us westerners have been trained to wear the same things as our friends, for whatever reason you'd like to imagine. More creativity added to our workout wardrobes could make more individual statements which I think would be beneficial for mental health. It's refreshing when I put one particular swiftly) because I know that nobody in my gym has that same shirt—no one! So I encourage everyone to refrain from encouraging workout gear monotony. Instead, the designers who create these beautiful prints should be encouraged to make more.
- March 2, 2014 at 7:22 AM
This is just a disgustingly clear example of greediness. I suggest we boycott this seller on ebay, at least it decreases the chances that person will make a profit and then maybe they'd stop. Someone should bring this to Lululemon's attention, I also agree that there should be a 3-4 same item limit when purchasing online or in store. No one needs 4 pairs of the same pants.
- March 2, 2014 at 7:32 AM
This is just a disgustingly clear example of greediness. I suggest we boycott this seller on ebay, at least it decreases the chances that person will make a profit and then maybe they'd stop. Someone should bring this to Lululemon's attention, I also agree that there should be a 3-4 same item limit when purchasing online or in store. No one needs 4 pairs of the same pants.
- March 2, 2014 at 7:33 AM
If anyone is interested in boycotting or reporting to Lululemon, that person's ebay name is 4cheapink. I know I will be doing both.
- March 2, 2014 at 7:35 AM
I looked through that person`s listings on ebay and noticed that she has at least 8 listings where she is selling multiple Lululemon items, including 2 listings where she is supposedly selling more than 10 bras in each listing. Makes me sad. =(
- March 2, 2014 at 7:52 AM
I think a 3 per item rule would be good. Sometimes online you may need to buy a couple sizes to try or you may want to get extras as gifts, but seriously , 10?? No way
- March 2, 2014 at 7:56 AM
Lululemon obviously cannot always predict what is HOT
I saw it mentioned several times that the the prior milky way print from over a year ago went to WMTM.
and I saw it in the Orlando Outlet for several months…even the Wunder Unders were not selling at the Outlet.…
as well as that flowered Wunder Under which people would probably go crazy for.
And hoew can you possibly tell someone they are not allowed to buy something for their team
What the Heck is going on here…you people are all loony over some flipping crops
I agree is is disheartening to see those photos….
I do not always get the things I want, but am fortunate and Thankful in life to get the things I need
- March 2, 2014 at 8:28 AM
The latest items are so ugly that I don't know how people are even buying ONE of them!
- March 2, 2014 at 8:29 AM
Fabulous post, LLA! Agreed, please don't ditch the scarcity model, lulu. I live and workout in an area where lulu is everywhere, but manage to stay unique because of the limited volume that is typically released.
What they need to do is implement an in-store and online purchase limit to no more than 2-3 items of the same piece. Two of the same size, three if the purchase includes a different size. People buying different sizes to compare fit or a gift will be satisfied with this policy. Individuals buying for teams should have to receive pre-approval from store managers before buying such a huge volume as what we see in these cases. They should have to prove the purchase really is for a team versus just stating this, like what we're seeing now.
Also, they need to address the issue of employees holding and buying items before they officially hit the store room racks for the public. I rarely buy from the 5 local stores in my area because without fail my size usually sells out first in store, however I'll always notice multiple employees with my similar build sporting the one piece I was hoping to pick-up. Very frustrating.
I'm really curious what store approved these excessive purchases. Gardena is in the Southbay so I'm guessing the El Segundo location? Just a guess though… who knows. I think corporate needs to investigate and hold this store responsible for the negative PR they're bringing the company.
Whatever you do, please do not buy from this greedy Ebay seller.
- March 2, 2014 at 8:31 AM
Sorry I disagree. They need to make more. Getting three size 6 pants in a store that serves thousands is ridiculous. I'm not going to buy them off ebay because they are only released once so resale of a older item will always be good. Lulu is causing the problem. Double or triple the output and the problem with be reduced. People will still buy resale items on ebay, but at least more people have a chance to get new items that they want. I give up, moving on the a company that has in stock the items they promote!
- March 2, 2014 at 8:34 AM
I agree that the scarcity model is good for resale etc. which helps a lot of us by more and then sell once over and wanting new. I also like it if I get a final sale item that I don't like when home and can find a buyer for. I think they would need to do an overall limit for online items because hard to say what is hot. But in the store they should just use common sense? Over 4 of something? Really that should not happen.
- March 2, 2014 at 8:50 AM
It would be the worst thing Lulu could do to eliminate the scarcity model. It's psychology 101 at it's finest. When items are readily available, you won't want them as much. I've seen it time and time again when companies fix the scarcity of their items, and it's been very detrimental to their businesses. People love hard to find, exclusive stuff! Once that exclusivity is taken away, companies take a big hit.
With the currect model, Lulu has people stalking their website on upload day, ferociously grabbing items they think will sell out. That would completely go away, along with a lot of chatter online in groups like this.
- March 2, 2014 at 9:07 AM
- Lulumum said...
I agree with you completely, Lululemon needs to step up limiting shoppers and not selling to people they know are high volume flippers. That ebayer was sort of clever though in that she/he knew the photos of large volume of those items would be scandalous enough to be promoted on all the facebook group pages. As everyone discusses how vile those pictures are, her ad is being heavily promoted, and some in those groups are buying from him/her. She could have just posted a picture of an individual item, but she chose to post a photo of a huge pile of that item.
- March 2, 2014 at 9:15 AM
Yeah i'm sick of these a-hole ebay sellers buying up everything and charging up the bung hole for it- seriously would never buy from them! I agree put a limit on items to buy at least make them work for it make them go from store to store to store to buy single size or two per item per store!!!!!! Or something like that! Like lla i like the scarcity model too but i like her know other items will come out that i like just as well or more down the road, i don't resell my items at high prices either i sell well below what i pay for them just making room for new items. If the bid goes up from list great if not o well!
- March 2, 2014 at 9:23 AM
With all this talk about the new camo and the Milky Ways, I can't even remember if they've been part of an upload yet...anyone know if these have been a part of the Canadian side of the uploads yet? Thanks.
- March 2, 2014 at 9:52 AM
I have size 6 Milky Way WUC. Let me know if you want it
- March 2, 2014 at 10:14 AM
I realize someone(s) at LLL is probably assigned to read the LLA blog. Nevertheless, I hope this has been reported to them. These are the types of "customers" they should go after.
Not the average person who posts a sale because they missed a return window and the item is not to their liking or doesn't fit (on-line only shoppers end up in this situation). Or someone just selling because they are clearing their closet of too much LLL addiction!
- March 2, 2014 at 10:38 AM
Thanks LLA for your blog and everyone who contributes to the great discussions. Speaking of resale of gently used lulu, is there anyone who would like to sell their Patience Pant in Black size 2? If so please email me kelly Michel 1999 at gmail dot com
- March 2, 2014 at 11:07 AM
- Harte said...
The night the wuc in platoon came out I had an incident with my order and the stupid processesing screen. If anyone wants a pair in 4 or 6 I have to return them tomorrow. Please email me (item plus tax and I think I can fit it into a flat rate envelope) hhill @ poets dot Whittier dot edu (hope it's ok to do this here!)
- March 2, 2014 at 11:11 AM
- Harte said...
I forgot to mention I only have two extra size 4 and 6
- March 2, 2014 at 11:21 AM
- Sky Risher said...
Yes. I would not have a problem either. I think it's horrible when I go on ebay and find sellers selling stuff for 2 or even 3 times the retail value...and I am always wondering what's up?! AND Do they really expect someone to buy at those prices?! But they've got watchers and some have bought...shame!!! I would boycott those sellers for sure!!!! And when honest buyers like ourselves, just want to buy and a pair of crops from LLL directly...we have to stay up late and run around like crazy people just trying to spend $50 plus $$ on workout clothes we love.
- March 2, 2014 at 11:22 AM
The Milky Way crops haven't been released online yet have they? Although I'll have to get really lucky id love to snatch a pair.
- March 2, 2014 at 12:18 PM
I think both online and stores should limit what people can buy of any one particular item. I think 3 is an acceptable limit. While it won't entirely stop people from going to several stores and purchasing their limit, it will at least make it more difficult. I also have no problem with these sellers being banned from purchasing Lulu online.
- March 2, 2014 at 12:21 PM
I think it's so horrible. I loved buying used items on ebay ... old lulu pieces that I couldn't ever get a hold of or were from before my lulu time. Maybe something I admired on a girl at yoga or the gym.
Now all I see are piles of brand new pieces that I would have purchased for regular price and less of the fun old merchandise. It just doesn't have the same feeling on ebay as it did a few months ago! I could find an older pair of crops and get excited. I simply refuse to pay over market price for anything on ebay. It's not fair. I'm happy to purchase the items from lulu but resale seems to be very different from what it used to be.
Yes, limiting the quantity makes sense. Why would I under any circumstance go in to the store and purchase one of each size from 4-10 or 12? Why would anyone do this online? Clearly lulu can stop this from happening. But it's their right to do as they wish with the merchandise. If they are "okay" with allowing one person to purchase every fun pair of printed crops and make a living off of reselling them ... who are we to complain? Not sure "why" they would want this but I've simply stopped questioning lulu's thought process at this point.
It's sad. But I suppose they are just pants. :D
- March 2, 2014 at 12:24 PM
Until Lulu imposes a limit, the best thing we can do as consumers is NOT buy from sellers like this on eBay.
- March 2, 2014 at 12:27 PM
You're right, Lululemon needs to limit purchases. I can hardly fault the eBay sellers themselves - if there is easy money to be made, people are never just going to stand back and not take advantage of it. If the clerks at Lulu just ring up purchases of 10 of the same item without batting an eye, this will keep happening. The responsibility lies with them.
- March 2, 2014 at 12:40 PM
- Ching-a-ling said...
This makes me sick!
- March 2, 2014 at 1:40 PM
Instead of just talking amongst ourselves about how we don't like them allowing bulk purchase in store, lets let heylululemon and the GEC know! they can hear our complaints and even though they don't often do much, maybe they will one day hear our lice and seek out a solution! I sure will!
- March 2, 2014 at 2:08 PM
The scarcity model is good in that it limits everyone from looking the same at the gym.
I do think there should be a limit as to how many can be ordered at one time. This is still not fail proof in that a few people from the same group can come in and buy the whole size run.
I personally cannot bring myself to pay $140.00 for Lulu crops but obviously some people are. We need to stop supporting this activity by also not purchasing these excessively overpriced items.
If there's no market for these overpriced Lulu resells then perhaps it will end this activity.
- March 2, 2014 at 2:10 PM
I don't mind a bit of a scarcity model, but this is ridiculous IMO. They need to make enough product to last at least 12 hours on the website. The eBay sellers are making the money, instead of lulu. I refuse to buy from them, but obviously they are making money or they wouldn't bother. When I hit the gym, there are so many women in crb's, NLT's, power y's, wuc's, scoopnecks and pace setters. I think the idea of having something "unique" is a bit silly. I gave up on that three years ago when everyone suddenly discovered lulu. I am over it now, I guess. Good thing I'm not into crazy patterned wu's. One less person attempting to buy them.
- March 2, 2014 at 2:38 PM
There are several of the camo jackets on ebay for over $500 (by the same seller, of course). Really? Out of control...
- March 2, 2014 at 3:07 PM
Wait, were the Galaxy WunderUnders uploaded last Monday? I thought they weren't! I haven't been able to find any in the D.C. area. Ugh. So disappointed.
If anyone an angel me a pair in size 8, leave me a message here (I forget how to format the email address). I'm happy to pay retail, plus shipping. I'm happy to angel back for you sometime in return too!
- March 2, 2014 at 3:20 PM
My local store seems to get suspicious of me if I buy just 2 of the same item (regardless of size). I can't imagine that they would let someone come in and wipe out entire sizes/stock of items. At least, I hope not. :/ It is true though that Lulu limits their release amounts on purpose. Just like Apple, they do it because they know it will make the items seem more desirable, and make little lululemon monsters like us, who become addicted to the release and the chase. It's unfortunate, but it's apparently an effective marketing strategy for them. They have no right to get angry at the mess that they create. If they don't like what results from their marketing strategies, they should change that, and release more product. They aren't willing to change, because of the want and need they create this way, and the revenue they get in return.
- March 2, 2014 at 5:09 PM
As someone who has worked in retail at Abercrombie & Fitch as a sales associate, it is extremely frustrating watching Professional E-bayers come in and buy 25 items at a time to re-sell. At Abercrombie that is the max item limit per purchase, but they are still at 25 items allowed to buy in bulk. It happens everywhere and I don't know if it is that companies in general just want the revenue no matter how they sell it , but no company seems to put an extremely low limit like 2 items on purchases in their stores.
More importantly sales associates at that low level in the food chain so to speak can't do anything about someone coming in and buying one item up in every size if the corporate level hasn't put any restrictions on it. So i'm sure the lulu educators get just as frustrated about it as we do having to see the people buy them all up to be greedy.
- March 2, 2014 at 6:40 PM
- Organicgurugirl said...
Even though Lulu claims they don't approve of what's happening, most of this is strategic. They clearly know what will be a hot ticket item based on historical data and past purchasing. The Yoga Over skirt sold out in hours online. I only have a studio store in Louisville. The closet full size stores are 1.5 hours away minimum. Those skirts were on eBay within an hour of them selling out.
It's frustrating, especially for those who actually buy the clothes to use them and still support the brand, not to make a quick buck.
- March 2, 2014 at 6:54 PM
Those pictures are so frustrating. Yes there should be a purchase limit on hot selling items. These people are abusing the scarcity model and reaping the reward to Lulu detriment.
- March 2, 2014 at 8:38 PM
- ablafeir said...
OMG is that the same seller for all 3 auctions?
- March 2, 2014 at 9:06 PM
- Cezanne said...
I just get annoyed with looking on eBay after an upload and seeing things marked up to double what it would have cost from the lululemon website. I am a person who lives no where near a lululemon so I've missed out on items and find them on eBay marked up to a price that I am just not willing to pay. For instance, I really wanted a mind and body kit but never ordered it from the website. Last time I checked someone was selling one for $150. So frustrating.
- March 2, 2014 at 9:30 PM
No wonder they looked at me like I have 2 heads when I returned a 4 and a 6 WUC in silver platoon something. They made my thighs look huge and I'm not ok with that.
- March 2, 2014 at 9:35 PM
- Amanda said...
I don't think they should permanently ditch the scarcity model..... just have enough to do a quick re-release every so often to hit the scalpers where it hurts. Lulu's supply habits have become too predictable in a way that benefits scalpers.
I also benefit from people reselling their items, I don't want them to stop. If they didn't sell for enough then people wouldn't bother and I would miss out on all the great vintage pieces that I missed out on when I was making far less money.
- March 2, 2014 at 9:50 PM
ITA it's abuse of scarce commodity. I do like the fact that LLL items holds its values, however, to be buying whole runs to double up the price for newly released items is ridiculous. I do get that it's free market, but LLL should look into this phenomena and take action on these buyers.
This seller is in my neck of the woods...so I guess I have to expect my local store will be out of all newly released coveted items. Boo!
- March 2, 2014 at 11:42 PM
Lululemon is the REAL original cause of all. If Lululemon just makes enough gears, people would not even bother searching on eBays, then nobody can make a penny by selling Lulu on eBay, means nobody would buy out the entire size run and resell them online. BUT Lulu will NOT make more gears in all sizes, because this is the way, or should I say business strategy to make you gals feel competition and never enough, and keeping searching and buying...I once called Lulu and asked them why not make more, and I've been told it's for my own good so I don't see everyone in my class/gym wearing the same things. But really? I see chestnut Uggs and black Hunters and Lulu tights everywhere nowadays, and I don't see anybody is uncomfortable about that.
- March 3, 2014 at 6:11 AM
- Robyn Lewis said...
milky way hasnt been uploaded online yet!! the guy at my store said he would never let anyone buy a whole size run of any item I think it just depends on the educator they also said they cant purchase online and i find this weird isnt it better to make them get theirs online rather than sell out the store of certain items so customers dont even get a chance to buy?
I think the educators are a big problem with the products being sold out before they even hit the floor cause they all bought it should have to be on the floor for a week before they can buy an item or lulu should take special orders for educators before items are made that way extra gets made ! never gonna stop the ebayers unless you stop buying from them the only people making them money is the people willing to spend double on items!!
- March 3, 2014 at 7:41 AM
Have the camo speeds been uploaded to the US site yet? Thanks!!!
- March 3, 2014 at 7:48 AM
If you still have them available I'd love to get in touch with you. Jashcraft at egmail dot com
I live near Gardena, CA, so I think it's pretty safe to assume I won't be finding these at the El Segundo store.
- March 3, 2014 at 8:09 AM
- Deezee007 said...
I live in So Cal and drove all the way to Irvine and scored the last pair of the camo speeds in my size then went to El Segundo this weekend for the Milky Way WUC and was able to get those.
It chaps my rear too to know that I am a devote consumer who drove 3 hours round trip for 2 items, but this dill hole can buy out the closest store and sell everything on Ebay.
I just called Lulu corporate to report him/her and give them an ear full on putting a cap on hot ticket items. They were very attentive and also suggest that we put our concerns on "Hey Lulu." It's another quick way to get our message across to the powers that be.
- March 3, 2014 at 8:40 AM
For someone to do a large commodity sale for a team, they have to have proper documentation and the team has to be a team associated with a school or other accredited organization. They only buy core, solid color items. Most often, it's cool racerbacks, pace setter skirts, speed shorts, and run inspires in black or white. Teams are not the problem here.
I have turned down large sales for many eBay-ers at my store. A lot of these people will buy them one or two at a time. They are professionals.
- March 3, 2014 at 8:41 AM
This sort of makes me laugh, because there was a big bru-ha-ha over Lulu banning a certain male Lulu fan from purchasing online because he had three (I think) of his old shorts for sale, and they were like "we don't allow resale of our items". Then a HUGE stink occurred and I believe they removed the ban.
Yet sales like this are still allowed to occur. I do NOT understand.
Also, everyone here who is complaining about paying high prices for scare Lulu items, but then saying "but I like to resell my items" well, you can't have it both ways.
- March 3, 2014 at 8:59 AM
We are the Problem…not the obeyers…stop buying at inflated prices and it will go away
Don't even look at the items..they can see how many opeople are viewing each item
- March 3, 2014 at 9:06 AM
- LuluAddict said...
@ anon 8:59 am - He didn't get banned from buying from the e-commerce site, he got a warning and it was about re-selling, or flipping as we call it, a pair of NWT pants from the on-line warehouse sale that were originally $19 for $98. In addition, he used a stock photo for the ebay listing, which is an eBay VERO violation. which is probably how his listing came to lululemon's attention in the first place. His warning was a catalyst for others who had been banned for similar sales - flipping NWT items people had bought from the on-line store. Some of the people who have been banned are high volume sellers, or "power sellers", but there were a handful of low-volume sellers who were mostly trying to unload an item they had either changed their mind on or missed the return period for. As far as I know, all the small fry sellers have been re-instated and can now buy off the website again.
Anyway, that story got major media attention because Business Insider, whose articles are picked up by all media and rebroadcast everywhere, seems to have it out for lululemon and publishes any story that will bash them and give them click-bait. The same goes for other media outlets. Customers bitching about eBay flippers cleaning out stores on hot items is not newsworthy to the media at all since it's doesn't put lululemon in a negative light.
One reason this person is getting away with this, so far, is that they are buying in the store, and not from the on-line store, at least in the case of the Milky Way WUCs since those haven't been uploaded yet. As far as I know, Lululemon doesn't have any policies regarding selling multiples or size runs of the hot items in stores to customers. I'm kind of hoping they might want to consider putting purchase limits on items to help prevent this.
Of course the best way to put those ebayers out of business is not to patronize them.
- March 3, 2014 at 9:15 AM
- LuluAddict said...
@ anon 8:41 am - Thanks - I thought that was the case for team sales - you need documentation and it's usually core pieces. Of course, an ebayer is going to try the "team" angle to justify buying large quantities of an item.
I know professional ebayers sometimes use a team of people to shop for them, too. It's a tough problem to combat.
- March 3, 2014 at 9:18 AM
I don't really think it's in Lululemon's best interest to put regulations like this in place. The high prices and high volume of their products on eBay helps fuel their scarcity model and helps justify their price points. There are three things to consider.
First, it makes their products look even more desirable. It's extremely advantageous to their branding - it conveys exclusivity and uniqueness in every product; i.e. their products are so exclusive and unique that one can only buy them in a secondary marketplace.
Second, the store sees the same amount of business, regardless of who is buying. Whether it's one person buying 50 pairs of crops, or 50 people buying a single pair of crops each, the store sees the profits from 50 crops sold.
Lastly, if the company monitors eBay sales and sees that even used versions of their products are selling for up to $500 each, the company can then logically raise the price points on their products. We saw the most recent bump in price of the wunder under crops around the time the first pair of quiet stripe WUs sold for more than $300 on eBay. (And I've seen them sell for much more than that, so I wouldn't be surprised if this product goes up in price again in the next year or two.)
I agree that it totally sucks for us, the consumer. But Lululemon hasn't exactly positioned themselves as a customer-service oriented company. They have instead consistently proven that they will do whatever it takes to improve their own bottom line. Whether that means producing see-through pants, crafting ridiculous return policies, or allowing resellers to rob loyal buyers of affordable products, they will do whatever it takes to turn a profit for their stakeholders.
- March 3, 2014 at 11:51 AM
I would never buy any item that was being re-sold for such high prices. Lulul must be getting something out of these sales, it probably makes their gear more desirable.
I am pretty sure that they are reading comments from this blog and they are going . It's working.
This definitely making most of the LLA readers stay up all night looking for this items to load.
Meanwhile lulu is laughing to the bank.
- March 3, 2014 at 1:00 PM
- Tifferoo said...
I did a team sale 2 years ago for my dance company girls, and it is definitely only for a few core items, in black. I had to get special permission to get the studio pant, since at that time it wasn't on the group sales list.
- March 3, 2014 at 2:39 PM
- Lisa Houle said...
I used to have an eBay store back in the day when I had time for it and eBay didn't charge the ridiculous fees they charge now. While I never sold any Lululemon, I did follow trends and celebrities to see what was hot. I had "hook ups" and retail contacts all over town and the towns that surrounded me (and even some in other states). If I was ever questioned on a purchase, I always used the "TEAM" excuse and was never refused a sale. I can almost bet that these people use the same tactics.
As a former retail manager, I know first had that you don't care who is buying your product- you're just focused on selling it to make your daily sales goal (and heck.. help out the days you missed to make your week). I am surprised, however, that Lulu would not prohibit their stores from selling these sorts of quantities, as I assume they limit the quantities you can purchase online. It's crazy that Lulu was able to trace IP addresses of those who sell their products on eBay and block them from making online purchases; yet this activity does under the radar. I recently went from a size 12 to a size 4. I have been selling my legitimately used workout clothes on eBay. Reasonable starting prices, not nearly what I paid for items.... some how I have been included in those blocked from making purchasing at lululemon.com. It's stupid because only two items I sold had tags on them... both impulse final sale purchases that they wouldn't return. I guess when they say final sale.. they mean it :)
- March 3, 2014 at 2:44 PM
I don't care how hot an item is, I for one am not going to pay some ridiculous price on ebay.
As for the person who mentioned that you can't have it both ways to cap items and you too want to sell on ebay: we all agree LLL has a good resale value. Most people just want something back for the likely original retail they paid, and for their efforts. I don't post on ebay. I do sell locally and I still don't post for a crazy price (and I'm telling you, with some of my speed shorts, I'm aware that I could). Selling is actually a chore and a hassle for me. I suppose if you're posting on ebay and it's bidding item, and you happen to be selling a hot item (I remember reading about the Quiet Stripe WU), then the price gets driven up by demand. I can't fault the seller for that, it's the people willing to pay some insane price! It's also 1 item, not 12.
- March 3, 2014 at 3:32 PM
I spoke to the educator at my not-so-local store today regarding the 'I'm buying for a team' issue. She said it's a very difficult conversation to have with a customer - essentially asking them why they are buying so many and then if their story is not plausible, telling them they are lying. She did tell me to post on hey lululemon - which for the most part I can't be bothered because I feel like the responses from LLL are all canned and non committal. She did say that the store's big complaint on their monthly conference call with HQ will be that they don't get enough of the popular stuff. She said for some things they get 2 pieces - total. In that regard, LLL is clearly trying to play the scarcity game and the result that is having is to piss off the true consumer. I know my patience is running thin for trying to get desired items to the point I can't be bothered. After all - I certainly don't NEED another pair of WU's and as LLA mentioned, there will be another awesome print again, sooner than later. So why lose sleep over it - which if I want any of the hot items I do have to lose sleep because the upload happens on west coast time, screwing all of us on the east coast unless we set our alarms for a 1am wake up to shop for lulu!
Today I wanted camo WUC - she said what they got was gone in 2 hours. Takes me 2 hours to get to the store for crying out loud!
- March 3, 2014 at 4:11 PM
Come on girls......these people who are posting multiple sizes for the same hot ticket items are employees!!!! When you take pictures inside a LLL store and black out your face...uh...that's a sign!!! Rumor has it that LLL employees get a significant discount, so why not buy out all the sizes or post multiple sizes????
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Pasta Art
This idea can be used in a number of areas. We used this idea to teach shapes and letters. Boil some long spaghetti noodles and let the children play with them in a small group. You can show them that the spaghetti will make different shapes. Let the children decide what shape they want the noodle to be in. (You can have shapes already cut out or traced on a paper so they can form the shape easily.) Let the noodles sit out in open air for a while. Surprise… you have shaped noodles!
Pasta Necklaces: Dye rigatoni pasta different colors (red, blue, yellow, etc.) using a mixture of rubbing alcohol and food coloring in separate plastic Ziploc bags or bowls. Leave the pasta in the mixture until it is the desired brightness of color. Then drain the pasta and allow it to dry (on plates covered with paper towels). After the pasta dries, the children can string the rigatoni onto long pieces of yarn, and the teacher can tie the yarn in a knot, as the children finish, to make a necklace. Tip – Tape one end of the yarn to the table in front of the child to prevent the noodles from slipping off the end of the yarn as the child strings the pasta.
Spaghetti Painting: Cook a pound of spaghetti and toss it with a little oil so it won't stick together. Give each child a hand full and have them dip the spaghetti into pie tins of paint, then place it onto construction paper. If they don't want to use their hands, have them use tongs. It looks really cool and it's okay if they mix the colors!
Boil spaghetti noodles, and 1/4 cup of oil as directed on package. Allow pasta to cool, then place in large ziploc bag with liquid watercolor or food color. Mix around until all the pasta is colored. Put pasta in tubs for children to play with or practice using scissors. Give children white construction paper. Have child place some colored spaghetti on the paper, press down gently, then remove. This makes a beautiful picture, and is a good sensory activity for the children!
A fun activity we love to do is to used cooked spaghetti to paint with. Put some in different colors of paint and encourage children to use the spaghetti to make designs on their paper! Lots of fun with cool results!
Pasta Snowflakes
Quick tip before you start: The easiest way to paint the pasta white is to add a small amount of white paint and some uncooked pasta to a Ziploc baggie and shake.
Draw a Medium sized circle on a piece of sturdy paper. This will be used as a guideline. The children glue the white pasta inside the circle and can even extend outside the circle if they wish. Stress that all snowflakes are different.
Spaghetti Collage
Boil "cheap" spaghetti in water with food coloring added to it. Do not add oil. Cook the noodles until they are quite soft, the starchier the better. Drain, but don't rinse. The cooled spaghetti will stick to paper and will dry in funny shapes. Great sensory activity!
Buy different shapes of pasta. You can find cool shapes at Michaels Craft Store, Trader Joes, and sometimes other specialty shops. Most of these types of pasta are already colored. You can also buy small pasta shapes in the Mexican Food section of your store. Gamesa puts out several shapes such as stars, abc's, etc.
If you want to color the plain pasta, you can do so by using a mixture of alcohol and food coloring (teacher does this). Let your pasta dry. Encourage the children to make a collage of the different pasta using glue and construction paper.

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We are very happy to hosting Gunther Verheyen from Scrum.org. Gunther will talk about Scaling Scrum, "Scaled Professional Scrum, it takes two to scale".
Gunther partners with Ken Schwaber and directs the Professional series at Scrum.org. He represents Ken and Scrum.org in Europe. He is creative with the right touch of anarchy. It helps to transcend mediocrity and strive for excellence. Gunther is author of the highly acclaimed book Scrum – A Pocket Guide (A Smart Travel Companion). Here is his small interview.
Q: Could you briefly introduce yourself?
Hi, I'm Gunther Verheyen, a seasoned Scrum professional. I partner with Ken Schwaber, specifically targetting Europe, and shepherd the Professional series at Scrum.org.
Q: What will your talk be about, exactly? Why this topic?
I will introduce "Scaled Professional Scrum (SPS)", the framework by Scrum.org that describes how to implement Scrum at scale. At the heart of SPS is the Nexus, an exo-skeleton that connects 3-9 Scrum Teams creating one product.
Q: What do you think could be the main gain for participants in your session?
Participants will learn how to scale product development through Scrum, while respecting and even re-enforcing the principles and foundations of Scrum.
Q: Can you give some advice to teams/organizations that are transitioning to agile?
In my session, I start by defining Scaled Scrum as any implementation of Scrum that employs multiple Scrum Teams creating one or multiple (related) products. The organization surrounding such scaled implementation of Scrum is bound to be impacted by this. Scrum's principles and empiricism can be employed to lead such change, as defined by Scrum.org in the "Agility Path" framework, but it is not the topic of this talk.
Q: How do you see the evolution of Agile in the future?
Back in 2013, when I published my book "Scrum – A Pocket Guide", I ended it by identifying the two main future challenges for Scrum, i.e.
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- Getting management to embrace the Agile principles and mind-set in order to increase the organizational benefits from adopting agile processes.
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Q: What you like to say something in advance to the Greek Agile community?
It is my profound belief that the Agile approach and its room for adjustment and experimentation, as expressed through Scrum, helps the Greek economy in this harsh and difficult times. In due time the efforts of the Greek Scrum practitioners will pay off and have a large, positive impact on society.
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Mohs micrographic surgery in the elderly. Comparison of tumours, surgery, and first-year follow-up in patients younger and older than 80 years-old in REGESMOHS
Camarero-Mulas C (1), Delgado Jiménez Y (1,2), Sanmartín-Jiménez O (3), Garcés JR (4,5), Rodríguez-Prieto MA (6), Alonso-Alonso T (6), Miñano Medrano R (7), López-Estebaranz JL (7), de Eusebio Murillo E (8), Redondo P (9), Ciudad-Blanco C (10,11), Toll-Abelló A (12), Artola Igarza JL (13), Allende Markixana I (14), Suarez Fernández R (11), Alfaro Rubio A (15), Alonso Pacheco ML (16), Vázquez-Veiga H (17), de la Cueva Dobao P (18), Ruiz-Salas V (4), Vilarrasa Rull E (4,5), Barchino L (10), Morales-Gordillo V (2), Ocerin-Guerra I (14), Navarro Tejedor R (1), Hueso L (15), Mayor Arenal M (16), Seoane-Pose MJ (17), Cano-Martinez N (10,18), Garcia-Doval I (19), Descalzo MA (19); REGESMOHS (Registro Español de Cirugía de Mohs).
(1) Hospital de la Princesa, Madrid.
(2) Hospital Universitario Quirón Salud, Madrid.
(3) Instituto Valenciano de Oncología, Valencia.
(4) Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau, Barcelona.
(5) Centro Médico Teknon.
(6) Complejo Asistencial Universitario de León, León.
(7) Hospital Universitario Fundación Alcorcón, Madrid.
(8) Complejo Hospitalario Universitario de Guadalajara, Guadalajara.
(9) Clínica Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona.
(10) Hospital La Zarzuela, Madrid.
(11) H Gregorio Marañón, Madrid.
(12) Hospital del Mar, Barcelona.
(13) Hospital Galdakao, Galdakao.
(14) Hospital Universitario de Cruces, Barakaldo.
(15) Hospital Manises, Valencia.
(16) Hospital La Paz, Madrid.
(17) Complexo Hospitalario Universitario de Santiago, Santiago.
(18) Hospital Infanta Leonor, Madrid, Madrid.
(19) Unidad de investigación. Fundación Piel Sana Academia Española de Dermatología, Madrid.
Magazine: Journal of the European Academy Dermatology Venereology
Date: Sep 12, 2017Dermatology
The elderly population is increasing and more patients in this group undergo Mohs micrographic surgery. The few publications investigating MMS in elderly people conclude that it is a safe procedure; however, these are single centre studies without a comparison group.
To compare the characteristics of patients, tumours, MMS, and one-year follow-up in patients younger than 80 years, with patients older than 80 years at the time of surgery.
Data was analysed from REGESMOHS, a prospective cohort study of patients treated with MMS. The participating centres were 19 Spanish hospitals where at least one MMS is performed per week. Data on characteristics of the patient, tumour, and surgery were recorded. Follow-up data was collected from two visits; the first within one month post-surgery and the second within the first year.
From July 2013 to October 2016, 2575 patients that underwent MMS were included in the registry. Of them, 1942 (75,4%) were aged < 80 years and 633 (24,6%) were ≥80 years-old. In the elderly, the tumour size was significantly higher with a higher proportion of squamous cell carcinoma.
Regarding surgery, elderly more commonly had tumours with deeper invasion and required a higher number of Mohs surgery stages, leaving larger defects, and requiring more time in the operating room. Despite this, the incidence of post-operative complications was the same in both groups (7%) and there were no significant differences in proportion of relapses in the first-year follow-up.
The risk of short term complications and relapses were similar in elderly and younger groups. MMS is a safe procedure in the elderly.
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Carmine is perhaps one of the most interesting pigments used in cosmetics because of its origin and history. If anyone would like a deeper dive into the history, just let me know and I'll create another post, it's probably too much to cover here.
What is Carmine?
Carmine is a bright red pigment based on carminic acid. Carminic acid is derived from the dried bodies of adult female insects and their eggs. Specifically, adult female cochineal (Dactylopius coccus costa) insects. These organisms are almost always sessile and remain on the plants they parasitize, a specific species of cactus (Nopalea coccinelliferna).
On the plant, they secret a waxy coating resembling reptile scales. The similarity to reptile scales is responsible for the fact that these insects are referred to as scale insects. The insects are harvested by hand and dried in the sun or ovens. One source suggests that some 70,000 hand harvested insects are needed to make one pound cochineal extract!
Carmine in cosmetics
The use of carmine is limited due to its high cost and variability in supply. But it is often used in products for the eye area where it is the only bright red pigment allowed by the FDA. Carmine is also used in natural formulations, but it's worth remembering that cosmetic carmine is laked so it is not 100% natural. While carmine must be a minimum of 50% carminic acid per FDA regulations, it is combined with aluminum or calcium-aluminum to make a lake of carminic acid. Dyes are soluble in the medium they are used in, typically this means water. To take on the characteristics of a pigment, becoming insoluble and opaque to give payoff in cosmetics, a dye is extended onto an insoluble substrate.
Carmine certification
While carmine is not a certifiable, meaning every batch does not need to be tested by FDA laboratories for compliance to regulations, FDA mandates that carmine is free from salmonella because it's susceptible to microbial contamination. So carmine must undergo pasteurization. The manufacturer is responsible for testing carmine against FDA specifications. Carmine is also not considered vegan because of its source.


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I should see the floor plan.
Sunday, July 20, 2014
I'm moving!
I should see the floor plan.
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Congratulations - so exciting!!ReplyDeleteReplies
Oh Thank you! It happened so fast I haven't had time to absorb it all. House is half packed...and I'm looking forward to a new project...and a massage!Delete
Congratulations!! Can't wait to see how it looks!! :)ReplyDeleteReplies
Oh Allyson you know you're coming over for the house warming party! Glad to see you're checking in!Delete
How exciting Sharon...don't you love when things come together like that! Cant wait to see it and the changes you'll make...ReplyDeleteReplies
I've been sleeping well up till a few nights ago. My mind keeps turning with all kinds of great ideas!!! Thanks for staying in touch. Thinking of you too....Delete
Sharon I am so excited for you; some things are just meant to be and the important thing is that you were OPEN to it all!ReplyDelete
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Thank you saying that. I'm listening to my inner voice and intuition. All signs pointed to yes. It was just that easy! I took a leap of faith, and I'm thrilled.
Thanks for your kind words!
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I'm overwhelmed, packing, and working. I'm not sure I have time to breathe. Moving day is rapidly approaching and I'm getting more and more excited. I still can't believe it's happened so fast!
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Tomorrow and Friday are the big moving days! Just getting over and into the new place seems like moving mountains. I hope I get a second wind so I can start the real fun!
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you cannot dooo this too meeeeeeeeee O_O hehe, sounds great!!! Can't wait to order my copy!ReplyDeleteReplies
May 9th it should be up and running. I'm working on final drafts right now.Delete
This was good! And intriguing! I would love to read more!ReplyDeleteReplies
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Munich is a one-of-a-kind. And I am not saying that only because I have been living here for over 10 years now, but because it is simply the truth.
While Germany has many exciting places to see and visit, Munich MUST be on everybody´s bucketlist when planning a trip to "Old Europe". Its prime location close to the Alps, Italy, Switzerland and Austria makes it not only a hotspot during Winter for skiing, it´s also a fantastic place to spend a couple of days at during Summer and Fall. Particularly Autumn is a very romantic season to visit. When the leaves change their shades, the countless parks and recreational areas in the downtown area turn into a festival of colors.
Just a few weeks ago, I was grounded for two weeks with a heavy cold at home. And while I wasn´t able to do any sort of activities or sports during this time, I had to satiate my enormous urge for movement in a different way. And what could be more activating yet calming than to spend the day out in Nature?
The combination of fresh air and warm Autumn sun (we were blessed this year with probably one of the most amazing and mildest Falls I can recall) cheer up any sick and miserable mind, so after I had stayed a few days home in bed, it was more than time to get out there and soak up that beauty waiting just outside my apartment door.
Like the shores of river Isar that flows just through downtown Munich. With several bridges to cross sides along the watercourse, this area makes you absolutely forget that you are strolling through a city center recreational area. The more you walk up the river, the less populated it gets. This is where I regularly run my errands. It´s also a popular spot to walk your dog, lie in the sun or even take a swim during Summer. And it is BBQ heaven for all of us. But maybe I like to come here as often as possible because it´s simply beautiful, especially on days like this! And, you´ll find one of my favourite Biergarten up here: Zum Flaucher!
Another spot I cannot do without at any time of the year is Englischer Garten. This downtown park covers more than 1.4 square miles and is (most people don´t know that) one of the world´s largest urban public parks. The areal is even bigger than the famous Central Park in New York! It is considered the "green lung" of Munich. And it surely is.
Divided into two half (the northern one being quieter, more idyllic and natural-seeming, the southern one a hotspot for locals and visitors with lots of well-kept open areas, hills, monuments and stretches), Englischer Garten is a true gem. As Munich has not too many high buildings in its skyline, you truly feel anywhere but walking the paths of a city center park. Lots of benches, meadows and even Biergartens (Chinesicher Turm in the Southern half, Seehaus im Englischen Garten in the Norther half) invite to sit down and recharge.
I personally like to lay in the grass and watch he clouds pass. Every time I do so, I feel the energy flowing. It´s spiritual.
But if you are looking for something more exciting and entertaining, how does surfing sound to you? Yes, you heard right! The Eisbach wave is world-famous and has attracted millions and millions of spectators and surfers from around the world. And it is fun, if only to stand on the side and watch these guys flipping from one side to the other and show each other who is the unparalleled master on the board.
A short walk from here lies Munich´s oldest park, the Hofgarten, which dates back to the 16th century.
This is one of my favourite spots during Summer for reading or simply having a coffee on the lawn. The small dome in the center is often used for classical concerts throughout the day and makes it therefore a relaxed spot to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the busy streets only a stone´s throw away.
So you see, tons of opportunities to breakaway from the bedroom and fight those depriving and depressing thoughts that illnesses can cause from time to time. And at the end of the day and with all that fresh air in my lungs, I might not have healed nor convalesced instantly, but I surely have gained a little more strength and definitely a deeper connection to the power and beauty of nature.
Come visit my home! And experience the fineness and soul of the largest village in the world yourself. And after you have walked the paths that I have walked today, maybe you will understand why Munich´s heart is beating all around…


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8 Perfect Picnic Recipes
Summer Basil Pesto Pasta Salad
Try this recipe: Summer Basil Pesto Pasta Salad
A light herby pesto is a great way to ring in the summer. As an added plus, you can tweak this dish to accommodate herbs and veggies you have on hand, whether you bought too much at the store or grew more than expected in your garden.
Ingredients: wholewheat farfalle pasta, fresh sugar snap peas, parsley leaves, fresh basil leaves, extra-virgin olive oil, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, fresh lemon juice, garlic, sea salt, black pepper, multicolored cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls
Calories: 457
Oatmeal Trail Mix Cookies
Try this recipe: Oatmeal Trail Mix Cookies
Nothing combines eating and the outdoors like trial mix. This delicious snack just takes all the healthy fats, filling proteins and sweetness of trail mix and rolls it into a cookie.
Ingredients: unsalted butter, coconut palm sugar, almond butter, eggs, vanilla extract, oat flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, baking soda, sea salt, trail mix, quick-cooking oats
Calories: 190
Melon and Prosciutto Skewers
Try this recipe: Melon and Prosciutto Skewers
You might not think to combine savory prosciutto with a melon salad, but you definitely should—the salt and fat contrast perfectly with the sweetness of the melon and tart balsamic for a surprisingly fresh summer treat.
Ingredients: cantaloupe cubes, honeydew melon cubes, prosciutto, white balsamic vinegar, black pepper
Calories: 54
Edamame Hummus
Try this recipe: Edamame Hummus
As far as healthy snacks go, hummus is tough to beat. But, this one, made with edamame instead of chickpeas, puts a whole new twist on the dipping classic.
Ingredients: shelled edamame, olive oil, cilantro, tahini, fresh lemon juice, sea salt, sriracha chili sauce, water, crudités
Calories: 187
Spinach and Strawberry Salad
Try this recipe: Spinach and Strawberry Salad
Strawberries may just be the quickest way to summer up a dish. Balsamic strawberries are a treat all their own, but toss a few in with this blue cheese and spinach salad and it'll be your new favorite summer lunch.
Ingredients: Extra-virgin olive oil, white balsamic, shallot, Dijon mustard, honey, sea salt, black pepper, baby spinach and spring mix blend, fresh strawberries, blue cheese, walnuts
Calories: 258
Turkey and Havarti Wraps
Try this recipe: Turkey and Havarti Wraps
Full of sprouts and greens, this turkey wrap is a quick and easy option when packing for a picnic.
Ingredients: avocado oil mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, whole-wheat wraps, butter lettuce, deli-sliced turkey, havarti cheese slices, tomato, alfalfa sprouts
Calories: 325
Fudgy Rye Brownies
Try this recipe: Fudgy Rye Brownies
A picnic wouldn't be complete without dessert! As if you needed to be sold on brownies, these fudgy confections mix the molasses flavor of turbinado sugar with the slightly-nutty taste of rye flour.
Ingredients: bittersweet chocolate baking bar, unsalted butter, eggs, turbinado sugar, light rye flour, unsweetened cocoa, baking powder, sea salt
Calories: 249
No-fuss dishes
Confetti Slaw With Poppy-Seed Dressing
This low-cal side dish combines sweet honey with spicy Dijon mustard for a tangy addition to the vitamin C-packed cabbage.
Ingredients: Cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, fresh dill, poppy seeds, olive oil, green cabbage, red cabbage, matchstick carrots
Calories: 40
Try this recipe: Confetti Slaw With Poppy-Seed Dressing
Edamame "Guacamole" With Chile-Dusted Pita Chips
Ingredients: Frozen edamame, olive oil, red onion, roasted red peppers, yellow bell pepper, limes, jalapeño, cilantro, parsley, pitas, chili powder
Calories: 298
Try this recipe: Edamame "Guacamole" With Chile-Dusted Pita Chips
Light and Fresh Potato Salad
Ingredients: Canola oil, seasoned rice vinegar, red potatoes, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, green bell pepper, orange bell pepper, green onions, ripe olives
Calories: 90
Try this recipe: Light and Fresh Potato Salad
Raspberry Lemonade
Ingredients: Lemon juice, sugar, raspberry puree, ice cubes
Calories: 114
Try this recipe: Raspberry Lemonade
Updated Waldorf Salad
Ingredients: Low-fat mayonnaise, lemon juice, apples, red grapes, cranberries, chopped walnuts, sliced celery, Bibb lettuce
Calories: 153
Try this recipe: Updated Waldorf Salad
Bacon and Cheddar Tea Sandwiches
Ingredients: Reduced-fat cheddar cheese, fat-free cream cheese, green onions, fat-free mayonnaise, hot sauce, bacon, bread
Calories: 131
Try this recipe: Bacon and Cheddar Tea Sandwiches
Curried Chicken Salad Sandwiches
Ingredients: Light mayonnaise, low-fat yogurt, curry powder, lemon juice, cooked chicken breast, red grapes, walnuts, pineapple, red onion, double-fiber whole-wheat bread
Calories: 321
Try this recipe: Curried Chicken Salad Sandwiches
Mini PB&J Cupcakes
Ingredients: Cake flour, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking soda, unsalted butter, canola oil, low-fat buttermilk, eggs, vanilla extract, grape jelly, Peanut Butter–Cream Cheese Frosting
Calories: 180
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How many Vegans does it take to screw in a lightbulb? I'm better than you.
I've been knitting so much lately that I'm starting to wear on myself with it. So, this temp job I'm starting Thursday ought to help me get motivated again. Nothing makes me want to knit like everything else a grown up has to do.
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Here is one of my favorite yarn sources. I feel like I can share them with you, and you won't snipe all the yarns I want. I'm trusting you guys here.
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Wait! Here's a video I remember from high school. With knitting!
Oh, hey, I have a new challenge, because the appreciating people on facebook didn't work out. This is how it goes. I subscribe to 4 monthly mags, and haven't actually read any of them in 6 months. So, for this next month, I'm going to try to read 20 back issues of my mags. If nothing else, this will get me out of bed before 4 in the afternoon. Which we can all appreciate.
Well, without more comments to drive my comment driven section, I can't really tell you guys about each other's favorite quirky yarns. We'll put a pin in that request for a while I guess. Anything random you guys want to let me know right now? Then post it.
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We have carefully selected the following suggestions for some of the best highlights of the Banff area:
Cave and Basin National Historic Site
Commemorating the birthplace of Canada's National Park system in 1885, this site uses interactive displays and exhibits. Naturally occurring warm mineral springs can be found inside the cave and outside in an emerald coloured basin:
Banff Upper Hot Springs
Soak in the steamy hot mineral water where travellers have come to 'take the waters' for over a hundred years:
Banff Gondola
Ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain to experience a stunning bird's eye view of six mountain ranges. Witness breathtaking views in every direction from one of several observation decks. Discover a 1 km interpretive Summit Walk to a national historic site. This exhilarating activity is open year-round and a definite 'must-do' on your trip to the Canadian Rockies.
Sally Borden Fitness and Recreation at The Banff Centre
Offering a wide range of recreational opportunities and fitness services for people of all abilities and interests, including 25m swimming pool, whirl pool, steam room and climbing wall.
Banff Centre for Performing Arts (Theatre, Music, Dance, Films)
The Banff Centre is the largest arts and creativity incubator on the planet. Their mission is inspiring creativity. Over 8,000 artists, leaders, and researchers from across Canada and around the world participate in programs at The Banff Centre every year. Check out their events and catch a performance while you are here.
Lux Movie Theatre
Local movie theatre within walking distance, located on Bear Street. For current show times and prices.
Walks in Town
These trails are within walking distance of the Banff townsite or can be easily accessed by using public transportation.
Biking in Banff
Banff is home to some of the most spectacular road and mountain biking in the world. Cycling is accessible to everyone and trails range from easy to difficult.
BanffLIFE is the best resource for young adults ages 18-30 to get started in Banff. They provide a calendar for weekly drop-in programs including Banff orientations, weekly pasta nights, and yoga classes.


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