I'll admit it. I was totally mesmerized by the Electrolux presentation for the Intensity vacuum.

I needed a new vacuum desperately. (Actually I didn't need a NEW vacuum, I needed to get ANY vacuum, considering that I didn't own one.)

The part of the presentation that sucked me in (no pun intended) was when the guest sucked up five, 15-pound bowling balls with the vacuum.

I ordered on a Thursday, and it arrived on Monday. Literally, within 3 minutes of taking it out of the box, I was sucking up dirt, right and left.

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As soon as I saw these in the Birkenstock preview on QVC, I made a mad dash to the phone.

But then I thought about it, and decided to wait until Sally and Patty did the full presentation.

Well that was a mistake, because I heard Patty say that the quantity was so low that there wouldn't BE a presentation!

So I rushed to the phone and got my order in, but as soon as I finished with the customer service rep, the sold out sign went up on air.

Normally when that happens - I end up on wait list.

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I am concerned, very very concerned. It seems that QVC’s fashion is heading backwards, into the 90s at least and maybe even the 80s. Check out Item Number A4869, the Jones Elements Sweater with Exaggerated Cowl Neck. Didn’t you own one of those ten years ago or so? And how about A4865, the shawl collar cocoon coat?

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Is it just me, or have some of the gifts on QVC become ticky-tacky? Today I saw a little bit of the diamonique gifts show. This was the “peace and love” boutique, as they call it.

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Did anybody see Marie Osmond on Saturday night? Since my life obviously sucks, and I had nothing to do, I turned the tv on to watch her porcelain dolls show. I got really excited because I was going to buy one for a Christmas gift. They’re all cute, but some of them are really small. I’m not a doll collector, but I decided the small ones would not do.

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The last girls weekend out person was Mimi. She was turning 21, which is why we were having this meeting in the first place. Mimi has shoulder length hair that is very thick, and she sticks it up in a (very tacky looking) little bun and uses absolutely no hair care products.

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The second guinea pig on the Nick Chavez Plump N Thick(A01908) girls weekend out was Melissa. Her hair is extremely long, extremely thick, and extremely healthy. And yes, we hate her.
Melissa used the thickening shampoo, leave in thickening cream, and the hairspray, which says it is thickening and has collagen.

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OK the verdict is in on the Nick Chavez products I mentioned earlier. If you missed it, I had ordered the 5-piece Plump and Thick set (Item number A01908) and then I remembered I didn’t really like the smell of whatever product of his I had.

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OK I hope my friends aren’t reading here, but if you are YOU ARE GETTING A CANDLE FOR CHRISTMAS.

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Shopping mania hits again! I was flipping channels at some ungodly hour (always my weakest time of day) and there was good ol’ Nick Chavez. So, without even checking into what I was ordering, I bought the product that was onscreen, which happened to be the Nick Chavez Plump 'N Thick 5-piece Hair Kit (A01908). Turns out it is a kit of shampoo, thickening crème, thickening mist, a spray gel, and hairspray.

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Well I am really psyched now. I found this cool necklace, J62760, the match to the 7-carat diamonique earrings, on QVC. Seemed like a little splurge at nearly $49, but I took the plunge. I’m really glad I did. I was having trouble finding a match to the earrings anyway. Here’s what QVC’s description of the necklace says:

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If you’re looking for a weight loss program, I can tell you a little about the Nutrisystem foods. I had heard that these really work. My problem isn’t really what I eat, it’s that I either don’t take the time to eat or I go out with friends and pig out. So it’s one extreme or the other. Nutrisystem enables you to have a pre-set amount of food for each meal, plus it includes snacks. The ad says that it keeps your glycemic index level, which is important to keep blood sugar under control.

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I saw Nick Chavez the other day on QVC. Has anybody ever noticed how, when he thinks nobody is looking, he grabs a curling iron? So all that “plumping” stuff doesn’t happen solely through his products. He gave the short-haired girl (sorry, don’t know her name) these 2 huge ugly curls right on top of her head. I have no idea why she needed them.

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My best friend’s mom is a QVC addict. I mean, ADDICT. Her dad says that, if she quit ordering from QVC, there would be at least 2 UPS drivers out of a job.
So needless to say, my friend’s holiday gifts are always courtesy of QVC. This is strange to her, but it’s pretty cool to me, because I’m a closet addict myself.  And I get to check out all her loot.

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Oooooh, this is one of the most beautiful necklaces I've seen on QVC!

It's Item Number J78348, and as usual, I was too slow getting to the phone, and now the darn thing is on Waitlist.

The picture doesn't do it justice compared to the television presentation.

If anyone gets it, and decides to sell it, PUH-LEASE contact me.

I REALLY want this....

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Where are all of my Home Shopping Beauty Queens?!?!?! Tonight's the night for Beauty Newsmakers Face-to-Face, and I CAN'T WAIT!! Ever since QVC announced that Saturday Night Beauty was going on hiatus, I was worried that I'd be without my QVC beauty fix until after the holidays.

I have HIGH hopes for BNFTF. The line up looks really good: Chaz Dean of WEN, Jay Manual of Manual Override, Holly Mordini of Smashbox, Carol Shaw of Lorac, Mally...

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Bargain alert. Jill Bower is on right now selling a set of 2 chenille throws for $31.14. Folks, this is a serious bargain!

I bought ONE chenille throw in BBB last year for way more than this, and the little fringe thingys got all tangled. Eventually, I had to cut them off, since they turned into a big ball at each end of the throw.

That said, these chenille throws are sooooooo cozy.

In addition to the Ivory/Ruby set pictured, it also comes in Ivory paired with Blue, Chocolate, Sage, and Amethyst.

I'm probably going to get the Amethyst and the Sage (and give the two ivory ones as gifts).

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Well, if you read my blogs at all you will find out I’m a diamonique freak. These are called the cushion cut earrings, and I got them in sterling silver. They are 7 carat total weight and have a rope design all around the edge.
I got myself this pair of earrings last Christmas, and love ‘em. I always go crazy at Christmas when I’m supposed to be buying for everyone else, and I buy for me. Anyway, I actually didn’t wear them for a long time (what a waste) because I thought they might be too flashy for every day. When I finally put them on, they were great.

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Someone had ordered this fleece jacket from Bob Mackie a couple weeks ago. Where I live, it’s not really cold enough yet to wear fleece, so I’d kind of forgotten it. Then I was at her house and she said, I bought you this but I’m going to send it back; it doesn’t look like the picture.

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Calling all cooks!! Has anyone tried the Basix by Staub cookware from QVC? The few reviews I found online didn't seem too impressed, so maybe I should just stay away...

That said, I'm still tempted. Last month I broke down and bought a Le Creuset, and nearly choked on the price (I DO love it, however), and today, I got a 5 qt one at TJ Maxx for $90 (it was originally $190!)

This 6 qt French Oven from Staub is only $71.76 AND it comes with a trivet. Help me out someone...puh-lease tell me it's a good as Le Creuset!

Here's how QVC describes Staub:

Great chefs know that when it comes to creating delicious dishes, quality cookware is a kitchen essential. So prepare your best recipes in the Staub Basix French Oven, made by the professionals in France of the finest cast iron materials. A large, ornately detailed trivet is included for coordinated oven-to-table presentation.

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I just saw a QVC promo with Carson Kressley from Quee Eye for the Straight Guy.

Apparently he's going to be giving 'fashion tips' during Fashion Day this Monday.

Cool! :)

Here's hoping he brings a line of fashion accessories one day.

I bet they'd be nice.

Wow! If this happened on QVC or HSN here in the states, I wonder what would have happened?!?! (You'll know what I mean when you watch the clip.)

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Poor Dave James got pranked. When I first watched this clilp, I thought, "Why don't the producers just cut this off?" But I guess you never know whether or not it's real until you KNOW it's a prank (which you know by the end of the clip).

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This video was apparently something created by QVC for some campaign they were doing. It is really cute. For you 'beauty' gals, you'll see the QVC models appear about 90 seconds into the video.

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As much as this video pains me to watch it (I have a secret crush on Dave King), I admit that I chuckle every time I watch it. ;)

Home-shopping giant QVC is becoming one of the most powerful forces in retail. Here's the secret to its surprising success.

By Elizabeth Esfahani
September 1, 2005

(Business 2.0) – She's one of the sweetest ladies you'll ever meet," announces QVC host David Venable. "Bea Toms, let's start with your signature ham biscuits." Hailing from the Virginia foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Toms is one of 10 new merchants selected by QVC for "Decade of Discoveries," a two-hour special broadcast live from Philadelphia's Franklin Institute museum. Forced to leave home at age 13, she began her culinary career by earning her keep on a Maryland dairy farm. After 50 years as a caterer, the 91-year-old great-great-grandmother finally decided to share her gastronomic secrets with the world and penned Recipes From a Country Cook. Her QVC-fanatic daughter persuaded her to bring the book to one of the network's nationwide product searches.

As Toms discusses her applesauce bread, Venable cuts in. "Bea," he says, "we're almost sold out." Toms's jaw drops. "No!" she says incredulously. "In fact," Venable continues, "we are sold out." Toms shrieks in amazement. "That's wonderful," she says, as tears begin to well in her eyes. Her entire inventory--1,413 books--is gone. More precisely, she has done $37,535 in sales in three and a half minutes.

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This is one of the funniest clips I've ever seen from QVC. I only wish I had seen it live. As always Rick Domeier handled it with his usual wit!

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Have you seen this clip of the poor fellow who fell off a tall ladder during a live QVC presentation? In the clip, Lisa Robertson says he gets up and starts moving around (thank goodness).

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I'll admit that every time I saw the presentation for the Rownta Iron, I wondered why on earth an iron cost $98. Well now I know.

I was visiting a friend out of state, and she had one and it makes ironing a dream! The one she has is (Item Number V20243). I'm hoping that it's a Birthday Surprise, or something so I can get it for less than $98, but I think that if I owned one, maybe I'd iron more. (maybe)

QVC's description of it sounds 'over the top', but after having tried the iron, I have to agree!

Revolutionize the way you iron with Rowenta's latest invention. Aptly named the Perfect Iron, it redefines the state of the art with a new steam production system that delivers continuous bursts. This constant cycle makes pressing all your fabrics quicker, easier, and more efficient.

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I caught a bit of Nick's show last night (well early this morning), and he looks great.

He always looks good, but he's changed up his hair a bit, as well as, his outfit.

The last time I was in Los Angeles, I saw his salon in Beverly Hill while out driving one day. Maybe the next time I'm there I'll pop in to see if he's there, and if he's that 'upbeat' in person.

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If there were ever a true winner product from QVC, it would have to be this Table Top Tree by Valerie (Item Number H01090)!

I bought it last year for my grandmother using 'bill to, ship to', and she absolutely LOVED it. When my mom saw it, she flipped, too, so this year BOTH grandmothers and my mom will be getting these - along with anyone else I can think of.

It is so adorable! Here's the description from QVC.com:

Lend festive flair to your holiday home with this balsam tabletop tree from the Valerie Parr Hill Collection. Made of fragrant fresh greens...

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<-- That kit is selling for $9.06 right now at HSN.com! NINE DOLLARS and SIX CENTS (US currency!).

I know, I can't believe it!?!?!

The original HSN price was $19.95, and now it's $9.06.

(Why they had to add the extra 6 cents, I'll never know.)

Anyway...It's Item: 435-443 at HSN.

It also comes with a lip pencil. SWEET!

Here's the description:

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I could kick myself for missing the presentation of these (thank goodness for the video review online.)

This set looks ADORABLE, and the scents sound divine:

- one gift box with three 3-oz hot cocoa candles in chocolate, marshmallow, and peppermint scents
- one gift box with three 3-oz spiced apple candles in cinnamon, apple, and nutmeg scents

I would have paid $21.34 for just one set, but when I looked again, it's $21.34 for BOTH sets!

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Ugh! I just looked up and saw that QVC was presenting this toy again! The guest said, "It's not a toy, it's a 'real' camera."

Technically, I suppose he's right, but I ordered 5 of these last year thinking that they would make nice stocking stuffers, and I promptly sent them back. It's packaged in a flimsy package (that looks REALLY cheap), and the camera looks even cheaper.

On the air, the camera looks like it's metal, but it's actually plastic.

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I love me some David Venable, and tend to look up at the tv whenever I hear his voice. (Who can resist the 'yum yum' face during David's food shows? He is too funny!)

But lately, I've glanced up only to see Dave James! This has happened a couple of times recently. Does anyone else notice this?

I just don't remember Dave James sounding like this. Remember when he first started after winning the host search. He sounded different...

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These are being presented right now, and while I LOVE the one I have for my nails (love it), when I saw the $18.12 QVC price tag, I thought, "What-ev-er, QVC..), but then I noticed that it comes with a file for the feet.

Trina was using it, and it looked really great. If it works half as good as the one for the nails, I'm going to have to have it. Hmmm, a caller just said how great it was on her feet...

Now I'm not sure if I should get THIS set or the Microplane Foot file that everyone on the QVC boards raves about.

There's only one thing holding me back...

Continue reading "Mark V Set of 3 Colored Crystal Nail Files on QVC" »

Just when I was about to start griping about all the 'holiday gift' shows (in OCTOBER), QVC goes and puts on something so absolutely cute, that all is forgiven!

I only caught the last part of the presentation, so as soon as the video playback is online, I'm going to watch it again to see how it works.

The item number is H85388, and it's described at QVC.com as follows...

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Even though I don't think I really need Philosophy's Save Me (which is on the air right now on QVC) I have to confess that I'm tempted every time it comes on.

Today, I was doing a little research to find out exactly what Save Me is for, and I saw that there is another product called Help Me on the Philosophy web site.

According to the DrugStore.com, Help Me, "patented microsponge® system containing retinol, is intended to minimize the appearance of aging: fine lines, brown spots and surface roughness. regular use of help me can substantially transform your skin, promoting a healthy youthful glow."

Drugstore.com is selling Help me for $45.00, but guess what? It's IDENTICAL (ingredient for ingredient to a product by Alpha Hydrox that sells for $12.99 (on Drugstore.com)!

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WOW, I was so excited to go to QVC.com and see the Philosophy: The Cookbook Holiday Soap Trio (Item Number A556). Thank goodness for the new 'video review' online, since I feel asleep before the presentation came on last night.

These are three of my all time favorite scents:

3-oz double rich hot cocoa soap 3-oz old fashioned eggnog soap 3-oz spiced apple cider soap

The other good thing about the bar soaps is...

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First let me say, that I am a HUGE Philosophy fan. I really love their Purity cleanser, When Hope Is Not Enough cream, the Micropeel Pads - and all 4000 bottles of 3-in-1 bath gels I have from Philosophy.

So that brings me to Hope In a Jar (HIAJ). That stuff smells like Eau de Wet Dog! When I first got it, I loved it - espcially, the texture. When I saw women on the QVC boards talking about the smell, I thought they had just gotten a bad batch.

And then it happened...after I had had my jar about 4 months, I put some on, and had to wash it off, because I smelled like WET DOG. Eeeeeeew.

Last night, I wathched the presentation for this 'jumbo' size, and thought, "Love ya, Dara, but I'm going to have to pass on this one for several reasons...

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I've been kind of grumpy today, so I thought I'd end on a high note.

Not to sound like Lisa Robertson, or anything, but I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE my Spiced Pear candle from Valerie Parr Hill! (Item Number H116219)

Love that thing! Love, love, love!

It's a soft pear scent, but the aroma fills a large room even before it's lit.

Once it's lit, the scent is warm and cozy, kind of like a spiced pear pie in the oven (not that I've EVER been ANYWHERE where a pear pie was baking. Do people even bake pear pies?)

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When I first saw a Quacker Factory presentation on QVC, I SWORE I would never buy one. But you know what? This TSV is kinda cute.

It's actually VERY cute! So is the one that Leah Williams is wearing right now during the Lock and Lock presentation which is on now.

Am I going crazy? I'm young, and like to think I'm kinda 'hip', but I want some Quacker. Does that mean that Quacker is hip? Maybe it always was, and I'm just now catching up??

At least it's natural fabric (unlike that DivAcrylic nightmare from Dana Buchman).

Oh, what to do, what to do?!?! There are still 2 more hours left for this TSV...

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So, I'm looking at the TV Guide Channel, and notice "Skin by Dimiti James" on.

Huh? I thought that Shop At Home TV was going off the air?

Well, they're on, and so is Dimitri, and once again, he's going on and on about his work in magazines and Hollywood. WHO IS HE?!?! I googled him, and could find much except his website (and I had to HUNT for it.)

I was able to find a picture of him...

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Sigh, why does everyone have to be a 'diva' these days? First there's Dana Buchman's Diva on QVC (yeah right!), now there's Diva Designs on ShopNBC.

Maybe I'm a bit biased - I have to admit that I don't really 'get' ShopNBC, in the first place. I'm a QVC gal to my core, and every once in awhile I cheat on my main squeeze by checking out HSN.

On ShopNBC, the hosts all seem a bit 'other world' to me. (I don't even know what I mean by that, but 'someone' reading this understands me - I hope.)

But back to the [so called] Diva Designs... When I flipped on the channel, this big blue ring was being presented. It costs $299.00. The host proceeded to gush about how this 'diva' ring was the exact color of Windex.

Windex?!?!

Yes, Windex. And in case we missed it the first time, she even instructed viewers to go get a bottle of Windex and check the color! Huh?

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Boy was I excited to see Dana Buchman's Diva line coming to QVC. I was SO impressed I ordered Item Number A3139 "Tie Wrap Cardigan with RibTrim" in all 3 colors, even though something in my head said, "Don't get it, it's acrylic."

For some reason I rationalized that since it was Dana Buchman, it would be some kind of special 'high end' acrylic (I know, I know...what in the world is 'high end' acrylic???)

Well, I should have listened to that voice in my head, because my sweaters came yesterday, and can I say, "BLECH!"

Shame on Dana Buchman. These sweaters are so bad, I feel like I've been Punk'd by Ashton Kucher!

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Someone on the HSN boards posted the press release below, but according to the release, Shop At Home TV was supposed to be off the air already.

That said, I seem to recall hearing a rumor that Jewelry TV bought Shop At Home. Earlier today, Jewelry TV was on, but I just noticed that Shop At Home is now on the same channel.

What's the deal someone? Give me a shout out and fill me in!

In the meantime, here's the press release:

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Wow, I must've been asleep at the keyboard!

When did MaxiGlide jump ship from Shop At Home TV and move to HSN?

I guess it doesn't matter, since I already own and LOVE it (ordered mine from SAHtv.)

If you're looking for a simply fantastic flat iron, look no further, this thing does EXACTLY as described.

I've tried every flat iron on the market, including that super expensive one from Sephora.

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