I do not know about you but I am getting ready for OLA to launch their new server and new ways of doing things. This means I am getting my store up to date, making sure my listings are right and that all my pictures are there.
So I thought I would help OLA a little by sending out an omail to some people who do not have pictures even though they have lots of listings. I sent a lot and I just went and checked and only four were opened and I checked those four stores and it seems they chose to ignore my asking them to either get their pictures up or delete the listings without pictures. I tried.
So, here is what I am thinking. Why would anyone want to have over 100 listings with not one picture. Items sell with pictures. Buyers want pictures. I know that if I see something I am interested in and it has no picture I just move on and forget about it. Well in my travels through OLA today I did see something that interested me so I ask the seller a question. No reply as of yet but the omail was read.
Another thing that got my attention. There are those of us who participate in the chats in one form or another. I saw stores today that I have never seen a post in the chats. They are missing some good free advertisement and some good fun also. I share others items by putting them on face book and twitter them. I wonder if those who do not participate in the chats would like some of this free treatment and making friends that help with what ever is needed.
I ask them to please take care of this issue before OLA launches it's new site. I am going to think positive that a few will do it. It helps us all when everyone does their part to keep the site up to date and that means their photo's also. I even informed them that by putting pictures to their listings would probably increase their sales.
I do not know what else I can do. Maybe if some others did as I did and as Val is doing also the sellers will get tired of people reminding them about their listings and no pictures and maybe do something about it.
As for me I will keep mine up to date so I am totally ready for the change over. If anyone has any suggestions on how we might get to these people please let me know and I will do my part. I sent nice omails, maybe if I got a little testy with them they would at least get fired up enough to tell me to mind my own business to which I would be able to reply "OLA IS MY BUSINESS" just as it is theirs.
Thank you for reading this blog and I know some who will read it have already done as I am doing now and they got no positive response. My Omail sent folder has a full page plus that I sent out and as I said only four have been read and no responce to me whatsoever.
Sad thing when sellers lose pride in their stores.
I am not going to put this on face book as I do not want people thinking we have problems we cannot handle. This is for the ola community.
Be safe, be healthy, be happy and be prepared.
Sunday, January 20, 2013
Wednesday, January 16, 2013
Valentine's Day Gifts from OLA
Here on OLA, there are lots of vintage Valentine's Day items for you! It is not too late for you to find and purchase a Sweet Gift for your someone special. Here are some things I am offering in my OLA shop, classic_chloe:
There's lots more on OLA. Search keywords: Valentine, Valentines, Heart, Cupid and anything else you can think of that reminds you of this loving holiday!
Until next time, Happy Shopping!
Friday, January 11, 2013
Depression Glass
Depression glass was made in the US from the 1920s until the the early 1940s by a number of manufacturers in many different patterns. The glass is made in a variety of colors which include green, yellow (or gold), pink, red, and blue, and was often given away with the purchase of a food item, like oatmeal. I think most US households have at least one piece of depression glass somewhere.
Some of the major manufacturers of depression glass were the Federal Glass Company, Hocking, Macbeth-Evans, and Jeanette.
I have collected a pink depression glass pattern called American Sweetheart, made by Macbeth Evans since I was a small child. At first I was attracted to the pale pink color, and then the intricacy of the pattern intrigued me. I loved the lacy appearance of the glass; it seemed so elegant to my little girl eyes. Since my parents were antique dealers, and a lot of my time was spent going with them to estate sales and auctions, it was fun to have something that was especially mine to search for. I think it was then that I fell in love with collecting antiques--experiencing the thrill of discovering something from decades past. Unfortunately, my daughter does not like the pretty pink dishes, so I will be offering all of my American Sweetheart pieces soon. In the meantime:
A friend recently had to clean out her mother's home, and she found some pink Mayfair depression glass pieces that I am pleased to offer here on OLA. Pink Mayfair was made from 1931 to 1937 by Hocking, and remains one of the most desirable and collected patterns.
Here is a piece of Patrician "Yellow Spoke" being offered by Spock100:
So, what's your pattern? It's not too late to decide. Depression glass is becoming more valuable with age, and it makes fine, usable heirlooms.
Of course, you can get it all on OLA, the online shopping site for the world.
Until next time, Happy Shopping!
Chloe
Saturday, January 5, 2013
Quick & Easy Knit/Crochet for Charity
Now that the holidays are over, you may have more time (and yarn) on your hands than you've had for several months. Why not put both to good use and knit or crochet:
* Cat mats for the stray neighborhood cats that have no good place to sleep on these cold nights
* Dog mats for shelter dogs or outside dogs that have to sleep on cement
* Sit-upons for homeless folks who spend a lot of time on the pavement.
* Play mats for shelter kids who spend a lot of time on a hard floor.
These are all the same basic pattern. Get out a large crochet hook or knitting needles, grab your "stash" of leftover yarn, use multiple strands for thickness, and go for it!
I've found that a 16" x 18" mat is ideal for all of these applications. Fancy stitches and matching yarn aren't necessary.
I use 3 or 4 strands of worsted weight yarn and #15 knitting needles. I cast on 36 stitches, then just knit until the mat is the right length, and bind off.
If you prefer to crochet, start with a chain about 1.5 inches long, then single crochet around it, using 2 stitches in 1 to navigate the corners. This makes an oval or hex-shaped mat. Continue until you reach the size you want, then finish as usual.
~ Pass these out to folks with outside cats that have nowhere to sleep. They make great box-liners to keep the cold wind away. They just need to be placed where they won't get wet.
~ Keep some in the car to pass out to street people -- especially if they have dogs with them.
~ Drop some off at shelters (for people and animals).
~ Thrift stores may be good drop-off locations if you're sure they'll give them away or if the thrift store benefits a good cause. The purpose, here, is to serve the community, NOT to line someone else's pockets.
** Another quick and easy project you can make from scraps is a crochet tote. Street people can use these for small items and shelter kids can use them to store their tiny treasures. This one uses nothing but chain stitch and single crochet and can be made in any size. Use your favorite pattern or mine, which is posted at the bottom of this listing.
We still have lots of winter left, so let's get to work!
* Cat mats for the stray neighborhood cats that have no good place to sleep on these cold nights
* Dog mats for shelter dogs or outside dogs that have to sleep on cement
* Sit-upons for homeless folks who spend a lot of time on the pavement.
* Play mats for shelter kids who spend a lot of time on a hard floor.
These are all the same basic pattern. Get out a large crochet hook or knitting needles, grab your "stash" of leftover yarn, use multiple strands for thickness, and go for it!
I've found that a 16" x 18" mat is ideal for all of these applications. Fancy stitches and matching yarn aren't necessary.
I use 3 or 4 strands of worsted weight yarn and #15 knitting needles. I cast on 36 stitches, then just knit until the mat is the right length, and bind off.
If you prefer to crochet, start with a chain about 1.5 inches long, then single crochet around it, using 2 stitches in 1 to navigate the corners. This makes an oval or hex-shaped mat. Continue until you reach the size you want, then finish as usual.
~ Pass these out to folks with outside cats that have nowhere to sleep. They make great box-liners to keep the cold wind away. They just need to be placed where they won't get wet.
~ Keep some in the car to pass out to street people -- especially if they have dogs with them.
~ Drop some off at shelters (for people and animals).
~ Thrift stores may be good drop-off locations if you're sure they'll give them away or if the thrift store benefits a good cause. The purpose, here, is to serve the community, NOT to line someone else's pockets.
** Another quick and easy project you can make from scraps is a crochet tote. Street people can use these for small items and shelter kids can use them to store their tiny treasures. This one uses nothing but chain stitch and single crochet and can be made in any size. Use your favorite pattern or mine, which is posted at the bottom of this listing.
~*~
If these ideas don't appeal to you, here is a link to other handmade items on OLA, that might give you some inspiration for charity projects. We still have lots of winter left, so let's get to work!
Friday, January 4, 2013
Are You Afraid??
I am.... I'm partially agoraphopic, and have severe anxiety disorder, so I'm pretty limited as to where I go, and how far I drive. I don't drive over bridges or on freeways anymore, so that's REALLY limiting considering, where I live. I've had counseling, medication, bio-feedback (really works well, I have to say) and more counseling, but have suffered with this for about 12 years now. Some days are better than others, so that's a good thing. I ran across this interesting post on Facebook and thought I'd share. It's from some 2008 statistics, but still pretty recent.
Found some unique "scary" items at onlineauction.com You never have to be afraid again of not finding good sellers and getting a great deal! Friendliest online auction site in the WORLD!
From callmemomo - a fun pop-up book of phobias!
From olaswansee
JRFLEAMARKET offers this fun Goosebumps book - "You Can't Scare Me!"
A fantastic vintage spider pin from letsplaytagsales!!
Amazing "Alien Invaders" game from ve6nap - retro!!
Wednesday, January 2, 2013
Avon Spicy Triple Crown After Shave Decanter
You'll find the horseshoe visible on both the front and back of this brown colored glass decanter. The horse head in the center is displayed on the front only.
The name of this decanter is Triple Crown. This used to hold 4 ounces of Avon's Spicy After Shave. The bottle is now empty.
3 inches in width
1.5 inches in depth
Offered from FleaPirates Plunder at OnlineAuction.com.
Tuesday, January 1, 2013
2013 - The Year of the Snake!
2013 is the Year of the Snake per the Chinese Zodiac. I found a few interesting little blurbs about Snakes...enjoy!
2013 is the year of the black Snake begins on February 10th shortly after the New moon in Aquarius, the humanitarian of the zodiac. This 2013 year of Snake is meant for steady progress and attention to detail. Focus and discipline will be necessary for you to achieve what you set out to create. The Snake is the sixth sign of the Chinese Zodiac, which consists of 12 Animal Signs. It is the enigmatic, intuitive, introspective, refined and collected of the Animals Signs. Ancient Chinese wisdom says a Snake in the house is a good omen because it means that your family will not starve.
Positive: The Snake can be amiable, compromising, fun-loving, altruistic, honorable, sympathetic, philosophical, charitable, a paragon of fashion, intuitive, discreet, diplomatic, amusing and sexy.
Negative: The Snake can also be self-righteous, imperious, judgmental, conniving, mendacious, grabby, clinging, pessimistic, fickle, haughty, ostentatious and a very sore loser.
This is a year of water Snake, and all things will be possible. Saving money and being thrifty should be your top priorities. Delusion and deception are common in the year of water Snake. Stay alert! To gain the greatest benefits from this year, you must control spending and use your talents wisely. If you are planning to get married or to begin a business partnership, be sure to thoroughly investigate the other person's finances and background before you legalize the alliance.
Babies born in the year of the snake are said to be lucky and insightful. The Snake is also said to be the most intuitive, introspective, refined and collected of all the animal signs.
Onlineauction.com has some great sssssnake-y things for those in the serpentine mood.
And, as Snakes seem to have a common thread of frugality, money-sense and are fashionable, you can fill all those requirements shopping at onlineauction.com. Or, open an "OLA Store" only $8.00 a month to sell and no hidden fees!
From jomorro - a fantastic sparkling snake bracelet for under 10.00!!!!
anniescup11 offers a wonderful snakeskin print bag, also under 10.00!
Goldencutlass has a very practical solution for hikers, prospectors, campers, etc. Snake Guardz lower leg protection!
I LOVE this retro punk-style snake earring by jrh10001!
Awesome skull with rattlesnake - amazing detail! Offered by j7339
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