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Brooklyns Mama
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March 2011
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 |  Posted: 12/29/2012 6:08:29 PM
The shipping is $7.95 on $18 worth or items. I am so bummed. Guess I wont be getting that kit now  I know if i sub to the main it ships with that - but still. I already get 1 kit - I am not doing $100/month in kits. | |
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FurryPea
Sit. Stay. Pea!
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November 2003
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Loc: It's dark in here......I can't see a thing!
 | Posted: 12/29/2012 7:41:42 PM
I thought I saw that shipping was included in the $18?
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cdnmom6
PeaNut
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January 2008
Posts: 276
Layouts: 0
Loc: Sarnia, Ontario
 | Posted: 12/29/2012 7:56:14 PM
I am thrilled they ship to canada . I also want to take advantage of their main kit to combine shipping, great deal if you are able to do that. | |
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China Doll
PeaFixture
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January 2006
Posts: 3,042
Layouts: 44
Loc: Orange County
 | Posted: 12/29/2012 9:55:01 PM
I thought shipping was a part of the cost... | |
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JenBoom
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Loc: I *heart* NY
| Posted: 12/29/2012 10:13:43 PM
I feel like the info posted about the kit was, unfortunately, misleading. To me it definitely sounded like the $18 would include shipping. I still went through with my order and am thinking, based on their December PL kit photos, that it will still be a very good value for all the product. | |
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mommamoonrn
PeaFixture
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February 2004
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Loc: in my scrapbooking room
| Posted: 12/29/2012 10:13:44 PM
It is 18.00 if you subscribe to the main kit and shipping is free, because it ships with your main kit.
If you do not subscribe to the main kit it is 18.00 plus shipping.
I didn't think it was misleading at all.... | |
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mommamoonrn
PeaFixture
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February 2004
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Loc: in my scrapbooking room
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junglegymnast
PeaNut
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September 2011
Posts: 69
Layouts: 1
 | Posted: 12/29/2012 11:23:56 PM
I think the amount of merchandise you get for the price is way worth it. I sub to the SC project life kit which I love, but seriously, the citrus twist kit is packed with goodies and the SC kit seems thin in comparison. | |
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scrappinheather
PeaNut
PeaNut 180,775
December 2004
Posts: 101
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Loc: Washington
 | Posted: 12/30/2012 12:42:56 AM
love the u tube videos! | |
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~crisann~
AncestralPea
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March 2007
Posts: 4,175
Layouts: 47
Loc: Pittsburgh, PA.
 | Posted: 12/30/2012 1:55:27 AM
the piece of paper in the second kit with the 3x4 cut-outs - can anyone identify that paper? love it! thanks! | |
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~crisann~
AncestralPea
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March 2007
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Loc: Pittsburgh, PA.
| Posted: 12/30/2012 2:04:33 AM
the piece of paper in the second kit with the 3x4 cut-outs - can anyone identify that paper? love it! thanks!
nevermind - it's ep paper. thanks! | |
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Brooklyns Mama
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March 2011
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| Posted: 12/30/2012 4:28:18 AM
Orient think it was misleading - but for $26 a month I can surely get a couple sticker sheets, couple 12x12 papers, washi tape, alphabet set, as well as a 6x6 pad and still have $ left over I don't think I'll be subbing. | |
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OhSnapPea
BucketHead
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March 2005
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| Posted: 12/30/2012 6:41:35 AM
It's a really cute kit! But boy that shipping is high. | |
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mathscrap
PeaNut
PeaNut 18,044
July 2001
Posts: 358
Layouts: 56
Loc: Manteno, IL
 | Posted: 12/30/2012 6:52:54 AM
I think the kit is very cute, but I thought from reading the website that shipping was included. However, that could be me misreading. I think $7.95 is kind of high for shipping, but on the other hand, we are always hearing about how the post office is about to go broke so maybe it just costs that much to ship it.
Yes, I could buy those type of pieces separately for less probably, but they are all coordinated and I don't have to do any work!
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scrappyesq
BucketHead
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May 2008
Posts: 623
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Loc: NYC
| Posted: 12/30/2012 8:40:09 AM
Love the video!! Thanks for posting the link.
I think $25 total for all of that product is totally worth it. I'm on the fence about subscribing because I'm not sure if I want to do PL at all, but the shipping costs wouldn't stop me. I end up spending that much after a week of Sbux. | |
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tiffanyo
BucketHead
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June 2012
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| Posted: 12/30/2012 8:47:48 AM
I am trying to keep my PL simple this year but this kit is tempting even with shipping. There is so much stuff in there! Honestly I would probably do their main kit as well to have more product and spread the shipping out. It is cute and looks like a great deal too.
Maybe in six months when I am bored of Seafoam. Well, assuming it is actually available by then.  | |
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mpscraps
StuckOnPeas
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October 2002
Posts: 2,385
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 | Posted: 12/30/2012 10:15:42 AM
I'm sorry you're disappointed.
Watching the video, and looking at the January kit...off the bat, I see a full Dear Lizzy pad ($5.99), Thickers ($4.99), a Pebbles pad ($4.99) and a sheet of EP paper (.89)...that's $16.86 in product, meaning that you get cardstock, cards, ribbon and an exclusive stamp set for $1.14. Seems like a good deal to me, even with the shipping.
I think we're going to see a rise in shipping prices and higher thresholds for free shipping. Businesses can't afford to give away product just to eat shipping.
ETA: Looking at the site, I can see why there is confusion. There are two things to click on:
$18/3 month subscription shipping included
$18/3 month subscription no shipping for main kit subscribers
The first one should probably say plus shipping, rather than shipping included. | |
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CaribbeanGirl
StuckOnPeas
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July 2012
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Loc: Hogwarts
| Posted: 12/30/2012 10:29:28 AM
I'm fine with the cost of shipping. Both kits are packed with product. I love getting these kits  | |
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caz hancock
BucketHead
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January 2010
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Loc: New Zealand
 | Posted: 12/30/2012 1:20:13 PM
The kit is jam packed and looks amazing, for me international i can not afford it ($18?) but if i were getting the main too that is an awesome price, and i would be getting it for sure as 18 Internatial is really good.
Also she includes exclusive cards etc | |
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Brooklyns Mama
PeaAddict
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| Posted: 12/30/2012 9:23:40 PM
mpscraps --- I didnt get $16 when I talled. I got $12... | |
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mommamoonrn
PeaFixture
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February 2004
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Loc: in my scrapbooking room
| Posted: 12/31/2012 4:19:18 AM
Brooklyns mama I have gotten them all and they are all worth it. You get an alphabet, a 6x6 pad, 10 or so PL cards, stamps, ribbons(twine) a sheet or 2 of paper. Usually 1 of the papers has 12 3x4 cards on it to use for PL. Also I think they have all come with a roll of washi tape...
They also coordinate with the main kit. I used some of the 6x6 papers on my 12 x 12 pages...
I signed up for the SC one....I have a funny feeling I am going to compare to CT and be very disappointed. | |
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sithlady82
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December 2008
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Loc: Burpengary, Queensland, Australia
 | Posted: 12/31/2012 7:47:41 AM
I would love to sub but shipping overseas is soooo high. You guys don't know how lucky you are. We don't have anything like that here. | |
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hap-pea in tex
PeaNut
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June 2005
Posts: 101
Layouts: 1
Loc: DFW Metroplex
| Posted: 12/31/2012 9:56:06 AM
I received the December PL kit & I was thrilled. It started with the packaging. It reminded me of the song "My Favorite Things"  A brown paper package tied up with red and white twine (that I untied and will reuse of course!). It also included an extra stamp set as a welcome gift.
I am a new PL participant and very excited. I ordered the BH cobalt kit and looked into kits mentioned here as I was looking for something I could subscribe to & add to my layouts. I'm so happy with my decision to go with Citrus Twist. Since I've been organizing all my PL stuff I had everything out on my table and decided to add up the contents based on the discussions on this thread. I'm an accounting person so I was anxious to see if I was getting a good deal. After my little exercise, I feel that I truly am! Here are my unscientific findings 
BG Aspen Frost 6x6 pad $6
OA Make It Merry Tidbits $2.99
OA Alphabet Stickers $2.40
Studio Calico pkg of 12 journaling cards $2.99
Washi Tape ~$4
Snap! 12x12 journaling cards $ .99
2 pieces 12x12 card stock ~$1.00
Stamp Set $2 ? Plus an add'l bonus set $2
Webster's Stories Royal Christmas Sentiments $1.25
Crate Paper Sleigh Ride Tape Stickers $1.99
Whisker'sGraphics Red/White chevron bag $ .25
Jenni Bowlin red rhinestone stars (6) ~$1.00
Plus:
Red/Green bakers twine
Red/White bakers twine from package
tag
metal snowflake embellishment
8 3x4 journal cards
3 4x6 journal cards ~$2.00 for all those things?
I get $28.86 before shipping so needless to say, I can't wait to see what is coming in January!!!
Here is a pic I snapped when I got the package because I thought it was so cute:
Photo of Citrus Twist December PL kit | |
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mpscraps
StuckOnPeas
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| Posted: 12/31/2012 12:18:30 PM
mpscraps --- I didnt get $16 when I talled. I got $12...
I went by the prices of the 3 big items and the piece of paper that I could see in the 2peas store. I get that value/worth is personal. For a long time I said I wouldn't sub to a kit because I could put together something on my own. I gave it a try and so far am enjoying it. I agree you could totally come up with an awesome kit from your stash for less. But in terms of value, I think the CT kits are worth it. | |
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trinacraig
50 Peas in a pod.
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January 2003
Posts: 50
Layouts: 9
Loc: seattle, washington
| Posted: 1/1/2013 11:53:09 AM
Hi 2Ps, The Citrus Twist PL kits are packed (and each one has totaled around $20 retail) Just so you all know, we lose money on shipping. We decided to take this loss to keep shipping prices fair. These kits weigh in just a few ounces below what our main kits weigh and over the USPS cut off for less expensive shipping.
We will adjust wording on our website so it's easier to understand.
Happy New Year, Trina | |
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MariClaudi
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| Posted: 1/1/2013 12:21:30 PM
I for one am super impressed with the CT PL and Main kit! And on top of that their customer service is impressive.
Their blog is also very inspiring.
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tiffanyo
BucketHead
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June 2012
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| Posted: 1/1/2013 1:13:45 PM
I am keeping PL simple. I have stamps and printables already. I love Seafoam and do not need a kit. *sigh* I am keeping PL simple...
If I say it enough times do you think I will stop wanting this kit? Even with shipping (since I would pay to ship whatever I picked up piece by piece too) it is a great deal IMO and so cute. That packaging pic is killin me. I need to stop looking at the CT site! | |
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MonkeysInk
See no evil, hear no evil, sPEAk no evil.
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May 2003
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Layouts: 87
Loc: Underwater, breathing air from a tank.
| Posted: 1/1/2013 2:12:13 PM
I'm disappointed, too...that I didn't find out about it in time to get a January kit! If someone has one that they end up not wanting, please pea mail me! | |
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CaribbeanGirl
StuckOnPeas
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July 2012
Posts: 2,229
Layouts: 21
Loc: Hogwarts
| Posted: 1/1/2013 2:16:47 PM
tiffanyo everyone needs the CT kits! They are packed full of goodness and will look so great in our PL kit!  | |
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[Michele]
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August 2003
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| Posted: 1/1/2013 5:59:58 PM
I'm disappointed, too...that I didn't find out about it in time to get a January kit! If someone has one that they end up not wanting, please pea mail me!
Oh me too. I keep torturing myself and going to look at that kit.
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