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~3girls&aguy~
Now what?
PeaNut 924
July 1999
Posts: 5,196
Layouts: 12
Loc: North Texas
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I got one just now in my inbox, but I can't log in to save my life. I have the right info, it just won't take it.
Anyone else? |
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lillypad626
AlienGreenPea
PeaNut 261,831
May 2006
Posts: 506
Layouts: 0
Loc: lewiston, idaho
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i had to call them and have them reset it. it was a glitch on their end. i had a huge let down when i saw the price for it. | |
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~3girls&aguy~
Now what?
PeaNut 924
July 1999
Posts: 5,196
Layouts: 12
Loc: North Texas
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what is the price? |
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*Shannah*
Haven't you heard about the word?
PeaNut 242,768
January 2006
Posts: 6,008
Layouts: 2
Loc: Looking at the purple mountain majesties
| Posted: 6/14/2010 3:30:55 PM
$275 a year or $80 a quarter | |
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~3girls&aguy~
Now what?
PeaNut 924
July 1999
Posts: 5,196
Layouts: 12
Loc: North Texas
| Posted: 6/14/2010 3:31:44 PM
OH
MY
GOSH!!!!
No way, no how!!!
So I'm deleting THAT e-mail. |
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scrappiezgrl
BucketHead
PeaNut 230,169
November 2005
Posts: 750
Layouts: 101
Loc: Where ever the Navy takes us
| Posted: 6/14/2010 3:32:07 PM
i just recieved the email. I was able to log in ok, maybe its a little backed up b/c we are all trying to log in to check it out hehe.
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Tiggerific
Havin' a Tiggerific Day!
PeaNut 377,685
May 2008
Posts: 5,653
Layouts: 67
Loc: Ohio
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$275 a year or $80 a quarter
what in the world do you get for this price?
$80 a quarter buys a lot of scrapping supplies!
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kristenu
PeaNut
PeaNut 293,466
January 2007
Posts: 184
Layouts: 30
Loc: New York
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I just got it too and while I love my cricut there is no way I'd pay $275!!! Crazy! | |
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*Shannah*
Haven't you heard about the word?
PeaNut 242,768
January 2006
Posts: 6,008
Layouts: 2
Loc: Looking at the purple mountain majesties
| Posted: 6/14/2010 3:36:54 PM
you get an exclusive cart a quarter, the first one is french manor. some discounts, access to exclusive content and an exclusive circlet board. nothing really earth shattering. I think I saw something about access to new stuff first as well. rebates on carts too. | |
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scramper75
PeaAddict
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August 2003
Posts: 1,266
Layouts: 5
Loc: other side of Bal-more hun
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So you are basically paying full price to get an exclusive cart, wow that is pretty expensive, considering I have yet to pay half of that for a regular cart. |
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txgoldilox
BucketHead
PeaNut 263,784
June 2006
Posts: 902
Layouts: 47
Loc: North Jersey
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I did and no thanks to that price!!! Seriously?? |
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digirlwiz2
BucketHead
PeaNut 57,970
December 2002
Posts: 548
Layouts: 4
Loc: Massachusetts
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I got the email as well---- not sure why I was so SHOCKED to see the price! Will not be joining! | |
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scraphappyinjax
BucketHead
PeaNut 61,517
January 2003
Posts: 773
Layouts: 1
Loc: Florida
| Posted: 6/14/2010 3:46:46 PM
Here's the info from the email I received:
What Exactly is the Cricut Circle?
The CRICUT CIRCLE by Provo Craft is a select community of Cricut® enthusiasts. Cricut owners are the most creative, passionate, social, and fun-loving people on the planet. The Cricut Circle is our way to celebrate your enthusiasm (and ours!) for Cricut! The shape of the circle signifies inclusion, unity, kinship (think King Arthur and the round table). The goal of The Cricut Circle from Provo Craft is designed to bring this community of amazing people together to learn, share, and grow The Circle love!
What does life look like inside the Cricut Circle?
Four exclusive cartridges a year, one each quarter, (starting with French Manor) ONLY available to The Cricut Circle members.
Special buying privileges like rebates, monthly coupons, and opportunities to buy other exclusive products for your Cricut, from friends and partners of Provo Craft.
Extra reward points and special cricut.com discounts.
A members-only bracelet with an exclusive Cricut Circle charm (get ready to be the envy of your friends).
A special Cricut Circle Community will come together through an exclusive Cricut Circle forum on cricut.com.
Inspiration and education from exclusive Cricut Circle webinars, swarms, meet-ups, and events.
A fun Cricut Circle blog and a monthly project-inspired online magazine to fill your mind with ideas galore.
Charter members will have access to information and opportunities to become a part of the decision making process of future Cricut products by participating on research panels.
Officially, the Cricut Circle Charter Membership launches June 2010, and YOU have been chosen to become a charter member of The Circle. We are extending this offer to the top 3% of our Cricut fans on Cricut Rewards and those who have registered their Provo Craft products.
The invitation to become a Charter Member of The Circle expires June 30, 2010 and is non-transferable.
To solidify a premier Charter Member number and receive 800 Cricut Reward Points, take advantage of invitations to galas, swarms and events, JOIN NOW!
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dictionary
To err is human to pea is divine
PeaNut 100,403
August 2003
Posts: 7,542
Layouts: 270
Loc: San Jose, Calif
| Posted: 6/14/2010 3:48:45 PM
I did, but what gets me is there is no mention of $ on the letter.
So IF you pay the year you get 800 pts. Quarterly no points
The membership provides
4 limited edition carts (as above pea states above first is French Manor)
2 pts for every $1 spent at circut.com
Additional 10% off on all qualifed purchases at cricut.com
Weekly drawings for $25 coupons for circut.com (you are responsible to enter)
A members only bracelet with the exclusive Cricut Circle Charm
Official Cricut Circle Membership Certificate.
A special Circut Circle Community (i.e forum)
A fun Circut Circle Blog
Charter members get access and opportunties to become part of the decision making process.
Chance to purchase new pre-market products
Monthly PDF magazine.
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disneypal
PEAS Porridge Hot
PeaNut 93,127
June 2003
Posts: 19,039
Layouts: 169
Loc: Somewhere over the rainbow
| Posted: 6/14/2010 3:53:09 PM
You get
- Four exclusive cartridges a year
- Special buying privileges like rebates, monthly coupons, and opportunities to buy other exclusive products
- Extra reward points & cricut.com discounts
- Special Forum
- Charm Braclet with Cricut Charm
- Webinars, Meetups, Events
- Blog & On-Line Magazin Access
- Opportunity to become part decision on future products
The price was a bit of a surprise to me - I don't know what I was expecting but wasn't expecting that much I suppose (but then again didn't know what all it would include either).
I don't know if I will join or not - I must admit that I am thinking about it though - I mean 4 (full price) cartridges would be about that same cost (though I never pay full price) but they are exclusive to members only so that is a draw to me - I also like that you don't have to pay all at once but you can pay quarterly. I'm going to think about it a day or two before deciding.
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SamFan
PeaNut 33,625
March 2002
Posts: 7,962
Layouts: 0
Loc: Washington State
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Is anyone going to join?
I'm sure there will be. It's pretty competitive on the Cricut MB about who gets what cart first 
I'm guessing since I haven't bothered registering my E, my Gypsy or half my cartridges I will not be getting an invite 
But I'm not a big fan of exclusives!
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*Shannah*
Haven't you heard about the word?
PeaNut 242,768
January 2006
Posts: 6,008
Layouts: 2
Loc: Looking at the purple mountain majesties
| Posted: 6/14/2010 4:02:08 PM
(Unless I'm missing that - if so, please tell me where it indicates that you only get the points if you pay the total price)
it's listed under the membership details on the sign up page under single pay option. | |
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disneypal
PEAS Porridge Hot
PeaNut 93,127
June 2003
Posts: 19,039
Layouts: 169
Loc: Somewhere over the rainbow
| Posted: 6/14/2010 4:11:27 PM
Thanks Shannah, I noticed that right after I posted my question and went back to edit my post to remove the question - you must have been posting at the same time. Too bad you have to pay all up front to get the extra points. | |
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scrapbookjulie
PeaAddict
PeaNut 172,435
October 2004
Posts: 1,525
Layouts: 0
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Basically, it works out to $70 for each of the 4 cartridges you get. Then the rest of the stuff...newsletter, message boards, etc...is free. Without actually seeing the cartridges in advance, that's waaaaay too big of a risk for me. I could buy about 10 cartridges that I LOVE for that price.
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aracely
TKD, Black Belt Pea
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Hoosier2
Pea of Many Trades
PeaNut 114,991
November 2003
Posts: 7,386
Layouts: 2
Loc: Iowa unfortunately
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since i was so negative about it when i received the survey, I'm sure I won't receive an invitation to join  | |
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dictionary
To err is human to pea is divine
PeaNut 100,403
August 2003
Posts: 7,542
Layouts: 270
Loc: San Jose, Calif
| Posted: 6/14/2010 4:25:08 PM
I mean 4 (full price) cartridges would be about that same cost
I agree, but what gets me is you don't know which carts..so what happens if you don't like what they send? It's nice that they are unique to the club but the fact that you have to take what they give you kind of bothers me. |
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KathScrapsAR
BucketHead
PeaNut 29,065
February 2002
Posts: 776
Layouts: 87
Loc: Arkansas
| Posted: 6/14/2010 5:04:15 PM
I guess if folks decide it's worth it and join, it's just as well I can't really afford it, because they probably wouldn't be the same gals who run in my 'circles', LOL. I run in circles trying to get the most I can for my poor old dollar. I run in circles to make sure all my scrappy friends feel included in anything I do. I run in circles to have the best time I can, not to exclude people. Feels like I won't be the most popular girl in high school again, LOL.
As for the bracelet, that's just really not something I'd be wearing to an executive staff meeting at work, I'd think.
This is just how I feel. (insert capital I). If you do decide to join, that's great for you, just not my thing. Enjoy! |
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Onceandagain
PeaAddict
PeaNut 420,540
April 2009
Posts: 1,176
Layouts: 0
| Posted: 6/14/2010 5:18:01 PM
Wait, are they saying you get the cartridges WITH the price?
I'm only reading it to mean that the cartridges are excusive. You may still have to pay for them, right? | |
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StuckOnPeas
PeaNut 417,168
March 2009
Posts: 2,157
Layouts: 2
Loc: South East of Disorder
| Posted: 6/14/2010 5:34:15 PM
My feeling is the "exclusive" cartridges and the charm bracelet will appear on ebay in no time - most likely from Provocraft masquerading as an ordinary e-bay seller (or sellers).
I get the feeling PC expects they will "get" us one or another.
No thanks, PC. I'll spend my dollars more wisely.
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rsjamoore
BucketHead
PeaNut 291,250
January 2007
Posts: 737
Layouts: 16
Loc: avoiding laundry...
| Posted: 6/14/2010 5:38:49 PM
I can't believe Provo Craft thinks this is a good business decision. I love my Cricut Create, but I'm very frugal and very selective of what type of cartridges I purchase. There are tons of Cricut idea websites and blogs and I can't imagine anyone joining to have an exclusive charm bracelet. I would personally like to see more less expensive cartridges than some silly club. | |
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Margeux
BucketHead
PeaNut 219,867
August 2005
Posts: 823
Layouts: 5
| Posted: 6/14/2010 5:39:54 PM
Well, I've registered every product I own from PC and did not get an invite. Hmmmmmm. |
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Twilight
BucketHead
PeaNut 334,821
August 2007
Posts: 687
Layouts: 0
Loc: In the Land of Belgian Tervs
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. . . but, but, an exclusive Cricut charm . . . | |
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amichelleh
Ancient Ancestor of Pea
PeaNut 471,001
June 2010
Posts: 7,385
Layouts: 0
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The exclusive charm bracelet thing is totally cracking me up. I mean really? I'm picturing those little friendship bracelets that come in the quarter machine outside the grocery store, where you keep one and give one to your BFF..........just seems so juvenile.
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scrappiezgrl
BucketHead
PeaNut 230,169
November 2005
Posts: 750
Layouts: 101
Loc: Where ever the Navy takes us
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Wait, are they saying you get the cartridges WITH the price?
I'm only reading it to mean that the cartridges are excusive. You may still have to pay for them, right? - onceandagain
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yes for $275 yearly or $80 quarterly you get an exclusive cartridge.
so for the yearly cost it makes it about $68 a cartridge. you get 4 cartridges |
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susiescrapperOH
PeaFixture
PeaNut 98,081
July 2003
Posts: 3,315
Layouts: 61
Loc: Ohio
| Posted: 6/14/2010 5:56:08 PM
I think it's funny that they're hawking it as a "unity" builder. "The shape of the circle signifies inclusion, unity, kinship." I think it's more like the shape of the circle signifies coin, lots of it. I won't be investing in 4 carts I must take sight unseen. | |
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Karenm
BucketHead
PeaNut 2,412
January 2000
Posts: 686
Layouts: 0
Loc: East Tennessee
| Posted: 6/14/2010 5:56:36 PM
Absolutely Not!!! I do not have that kind of money to waste. |
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aJerseyGirl
[insert clever title here]
PeaNut 246,022
January 2006
Posts: 6,404
Layouts: 97
Loc: New Jersey
| Posted: 6/14/2010 5:57:39 PM
I got the invitation and I clicked the link because I was curious as to the price. Of course you have to create an account to see that information. I didn't create an account, but I'm glad I found out the price here.
That price is insane! It's not clear, but to me it sounds like you only get the privilege of buying the exclusive cartridges. They are available to members only. I wouldn't pay that price even if it did include the cartridges.
Even if they are fantastic cartridges, there are enough that I love without paying for the privilege to purchase them. And as far as a Cricut community goes, there are enough blogs and message boards for free to get ideas from.
Although you do get a nifty membership certificate... Hmmm
ETA: After reading more about what you see after you log in, I guess I'm wrong about having to pay additionally for the exclusive cartridges. It seems that they are included and you get them quarterly. It's still not for me though. Even with the extra reward points, I can't even find something now that I want with my points. | |
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FurryPea
Sit. Stay. Pea!
PeaNut 115,196
November 2003
Posts: 7,355
Layouts: 101
Loc: It's dark in here......I can't see a thing!
| Posted: 6/14/2010 6:10:04 PM
LOL.... seriously Aracely, you need to start a poll.
1. My eyes would be Cricut Green with envy.
2. You can keep your stupid bracelet, I'll keep my $280.
3. I hate bracelets.
4. Exclusive Cricut Circle Charter Members rock!
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Jenaya
StuckOnPeas
PeaNut 43,537
July 2002
Posts: 2,702
Layouts: 2
| Posted: 6/14/2010 6:23:37 PM
Whoa... No way am I paying that much for any "exclusive" club stuff. Seems like greed and preying on a need to be among a few "lucky" members to me. | |
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CynPea
PeaNut
PeaNut 453,726
January 2010
Posts: 202
Layouts: 0
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"Four exclusive cartridges a year, one each quarter, (starting with French Manor) ONLY available to The Cricut Circle members"
And nowhere does it say the 4 exclusive carts will not be at an additional cost ...................
Can you tell I don't trust PC? |
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lillypad626
AlienGreenPea
PeaNut 261,831
May 2006
Posts: 506
Layouts: 0
Loc: lewiston, idaho
| Posted: 6/14/2010 7:32:18 PM
i just posted on the other thread going. did anyone realize there is a $40 price difference between yearly and quarterly? it's more expensive to do yearly than quarterly. i think when people that have signed up for the year (and i have seen quite a few on my facebook page doing it) they are gonna be pi$$ed. i would be. | |
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*Shannah*
Haven't you heard about the word?
PeaNut 242,768
January 2006
Posts: 6,008
Layouts: 2
Loc: Looking at the purple mountain majesties
| Posted: 6/14/2010 7:37:01 PM
it's $275 for a year and $320 if you sign up quarterly. there are 4 quarters to a year. | |
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lillypad626
AlienGreenPea
PeaNut 261,831
May 2006
Posts: 506
Layouts: 0
Loc: lewiston, idaho
| Posted: 6/14/2010 7:45:23 PM
thanks shannah, i am hoping i was misinformed by provo today when i called about a question. the lady on the phone told me you would be billed 4 times a year $80. i hope she was wrong. still can't afford it even at the quarterly price. sounds like a cool thing but of course provo is in it big time for the money. KWIM?
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aJerseyGirl
[insert clever title here]
PeaNut 246,022
January 2006
Posts: 6,404
Layouts: 97
Loc: New Jersey
| Posted: 6/14/2010 7:49:05 PM
This link to a blog was posted on the other thread about the Cricut circle: link
If you scroll down a bit, you see more information including the pricing and the benefits. It kind of looks like you get the 4 cartridges, but it's kind of vague about it. It says you get the French Manor cart with the welcome kit, then it just says that the other 3 will be released quarterly. I'm not interested either way, but you'd think that if all 4 were included in the price, they'd make a bigger deal about that. | |
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lillypad626
AlienGreenPea
PeaNut 261,831
May 2006
Posts: 506
Layouts: 0
Loc: lewiston, idaho
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i confused myself, sorry. i think i am straightened out now. knew what everyone was saying, but was getting myself confused. ok, i am going to go hide under a rock embarrassed. | |
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oh yvonne
Pea-rom Queen
PeaNut 15,036
May 2001
Posts: 17,285
Layouts: 77
Loc: Thousand Oaks, So Cal
| Posted: 6/14/2010 8:02:59 PM
Insane!
Seriously? $275 for a charm and 4 unknown cartridges. Woah. I'll be curious to see how this pans out, but I seriously doubt even for people with money to burn will think this is not a very good risk. What if you hate the cartridges? Then you have to hassle selling them on eBay? No thanks.
I recently listened to one of those podcasts..PaperClipping Round table or something and they were 'mistified' about why there was so much negative chatter about this. I felt they were being pretty condescending about the whole thing.
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shelly49
Quickutz ADDICT
PeaNut 22,591
October 2001
Posts: 12,113
Layouts: 488
Loc: Lowell, MA
| Posted: 6/14/2010 10:49:06 PM
Just got my invite and checked it out. I already was NOT going join for ANY price, but when I saw the price....are they F$&@ING INSANE??!! I just can't even believe this. I never thought it would be THAT much!! I have no doubt the carts and bracelet will be on eBay. Probably for a lot at first, then they will go down. Just like all the older, original QK I always wanted SO BAD but couldn't afford on eBay like the apple core, tooth fairy, original stork, whale, seagull, lighthouse, etc. I finally got them REALLY CHEAP in the last few months on eBay. Worth the wait! |
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katscrapper30
StuckOnPeas
PeaNut 410,891
February 2009
Posts: 2,107
Layouts: 18
| Posted: 6/15/2010 12:28:38 AM
i didn't get any invite even though i feel i have bought plenty from them. Not sure i have the funds for it anyhow | |
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Chichi Labamba
PeaAddict
PeaNut 424,913
June 2009
Posts: 1,089
Layouts: 20
Loc: Southern California
| Posted: 6/15/2010 1:01:06 AM
My first reaction is "oh heck no". But I'm never saying never since the French Manor cart looks cute. While I've never paid close to full price for a cart, I've seen popular discontinued ones go for for a lot of money on Ebay.
Before I join I need to know:
*Are the carts included in the price?
*Are they "full" carts?
*Are the events free?
*ARE THEY GOING TO GIVE MY INFO TO "PARTNERS"? As it is, my email box is crammed full of stuff I did not ask for thanks to the CHA Super Show giving out my info. Scrapbook Expo has never given out my email to their "partners". If PC wants to give my info to "partners", then we're back to a polite, but firm "no" to their invite. |
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China Doll
PeaFixture
PeaNut 243,267
January 2006
Posts: 3,037
Layouts: 44
Loc: Orange County
| Posted: 6/15/2010 1:08:56 AM
The French Manor cart does look cute... No! can't afford it. Maybe like some have said, it will end up on ebay. |
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gg loves Matthew
PeaAddict
PeaNut 181,218
December 2004
Posts: 2,202
Layouts: 38
Loc: WISH IT WERE WITH MATTHEW!
| Posted: 6/15/2010 2:40:52 AM
I have said this before and will say it again
Those of us that own Cricuts, the Gypsy and tons of cartridges have made a huge investment of their products and I cannot for the life of me see why they insist on making special cartridges for special things...we should all have access to every cartridge without any hitches.
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katscrapper30
StuckOnPeas
PeaNut 410,891
February 2009
Posts: 2,107
Layouts: 18
| Posted: 6/15/2010 2:53:30 AM
well said gglovesmatthew!
I have gone crazy enough looking for those darn walmart carts just to make sure i get the couple i want. | |
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amichelleh
Ancient Ancestor of Pea
PeaNut 471,001
June 2010
Posts: 7,385
Layouts: 0
| Posted: 6/15/2010 8:59:25 AM
Does anyone else think it is funny/ironic that PC is trying to hock thesze $80 full price, pay upfront sight unseen carts at the same time the new $39 carts are coming out at WalMart? Bad planning. Stupid publicity campaign. I'll be happy to buy French Manor when I see it on ebay for $39........which probably won't take more than 6 months. | |
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SweetiePie Pea
a Wild Strawberry
PeaNut 98,374
July 2003
Posts: 16,520
Layouts: 189
Loc: Western Washington
| Posted: 6/15/2010 11:22:31 PM
well here's another thought for you. since they recycle the cart images so often are they REALLY going to be able to resist using these things on other cartridges in the future???
I'm wondering if they will finally release those solutions cartridges like Euro Decor (and that "missing" bath & kitchen one) AFTER the club carts ship?? why else would Euro Decor still be on the CDS software updates? Why wouldn't they just remove it?
Also I posted this on pink cricut and I'll share here too since I think their pricing is just too outlandish. this really spells out just how greedy they are becoming with the amount of money they are making off of these cartridges.
another missed opportunity. Imagine how many people would have joined if the carts were $40 (and we KNOW they sell new releases through their phantom shops for $39.99 right away). That would be $160 a year. even $180/$45 a piece would have been ok. close to what we pay for most kit clubs. Still reasonable and we are still taking a risk that they may release cartridges that we don't like if we sign up.
Plus, they are making FULL retail on these. it's not like they are distributing them to another store (like Walmart) at a fraction of the MSRP.
In order for them to make this much off customers they'd have to retail these cartridges for (at min!) $136 at your LSS.
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