Did anyone else buy a DVD from Gin Miller? - Page 4

Gams · 12-10-13, 10:29 AM

It just seems odd that some were mailed in padded envelopes and some were not. Maybe Gin just likes me more than some of you???

mtngoat · 12-10-13, 10:50 AM

I didn't order, but am still gobsmacked about this! (To borrow a phrase from our British friends.)

To me, there is a world of difference between sticking a label directly on the cellophane vs. wrapping in yellow paper. Padding is nice, but privacy is essential! Plus if the cellophane/DVD case cracked in the cold at least (hopefully) the paper would hold everything together.

Honestly, if I got a DVD with the label on the cellophane I would think Canada Customs was having a little fun at my expense!

Gams · 12-12-13, 09:23 AM

Here's the response I got:

"Sorry for the delay… appreciate you letting us know. Here’s what I found out. From Gin: oops. The intern sent them as I showed her to send the KP ones over the summer. Won't happen again. My apologies.
Mary"

shoegoddess · 12-12-13, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by wnt2bfirm

I purchased the original step video from Gin Miller. I'm quite shocked at how the DVD was shipped to me. No box, no envelope, they just slapped a mailing label on the DVD. I've never seen anyone do this. Anyone else?

As I'm sure a lot of vidiots would agree that would mess up the cover! What if you had a hard time getting the sticker off? I'm OCD about my DVDs. I want them close to flawless. Especially if they come to you brand spanking new!

txfitmom · 12-13-13, 05:41 PM

Strange question, but did anyone receive an extra DVD that was marked as a gift? I just now opened my package (luckily the 2 DVDs I ordered were in an envelope) and stuck between the two I ordered was another DVD that said gift. Not sure if they were giving away DVDs or what, but I guess if it is a gift I will keep it!!

Elise7 · 12-13-13, 05:43 PM

As I'm sure a lot of vidiots would agree that would mess up the cover! What if you had a hard time getting the sticker off? I'm OCD about my DVDs. I want them close to flawless. Especially if they come to you brand spanking new!

I just received my 1 DVD and the label was stuck to the cellophane wrap of the DVD. I wasn't too happy about it, but getting off the label wasn't a problem b/c it was just on the cellophane wrap.

firmaniac · 12-13-13, 07:11 PM

...glad it was just an 'oops', then. The last used dvd I bought through Amazon came just in shrink wrap w/ the shipping label on that. It came from a Goodwill in TN through Amazon. I was surprised. I assumed they do it to save money (since it was Goodwill), but won't order used again if it originates from them. The case was crushed in one corner, but the disc was playable.

seagreen01 · 12-31-13, 06:03 PM

Just wanted to come back and say that my DVDs arrived very well wrapped. I put a note with my order to ask for padding inside the cases. This did not happen however the DVDs were firmly wrapped in bubble wrap and covered firmly in a thin but seriously strong outer wrap. The wrapping was so firm anything touching it would have bounced off the package. I imagine customs looking at that and saying 'forget it!'
The postage on the package was a lot cheaper than the postage I paid however I did receive much (handling) for my package so all is good.

I agree, stickers on packages and lack of privacy is not good.

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12-10-13, 10:29 AM
Gams Join Date: Mar 2007	It just seems odd that some were mailed in padded envelopes and some were not. Maybe Gin just likes me more than some of you???

12-10-13, 10:50 AM
mtngoat Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Alberta, Canada	I didn't order, but am still gobsmacked about this! (To borrow a phrase from our British friends.) To me, there is a world of difference between sticking a label directly on the cellophane vs. wrapping in yellow paper. Padding is nice, but privacy is essential! Plus if the cellophane/DVD case cracked in the cold at least (hopefully) the paper would hold everything together. Honestly, if I got a DVD with the label on the cellophane I would think Canada Customs was having a little fun at my expense! __________________ Lori Lacey (trying to convince Brent to take a Pilates class): C'mon Brent, don't you want to unify your mind and body? Brent: Nah. I'm not gonna put all my eggs in one basket. Corner Gas Season1 Episode 3 "Pilates Twist"

12-12-13, 09:23 AM
Gams Join Date: Mar 2007	Here's the response I got: "Sorry for the delay… appreciate you letting us know. Here’s what I found out. From Gin: oops. The intern sent them as I showed her to send the KP ones over the summer. Won't happen again. My apologies. Mary"

12-13-13, 05:41 PM
txfitmom Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Texas	Strange question, but did anyone receive an extra DVD that was marked as a gift? I just now opened my package (luckily the 2 DVDs I ordered were in an envelope) and stuck between the two I ordered was another DVD that said gift. Not sure if they were giving away DVDs or what, but I guess if it is a gift I will keep it!! __________________ You are stronger than you know, workout today like it is the last day of your life. Dreams aren't just dreams, they are goals that can be achieved.

12-13-13, 05:43 PM
Elise7 Join Date: Jan 2011	As I'm sure a lot of vidiots would agree that would mess up the cover! What if you had a hard time getting the sticker off? I'm OCD about my DVDs. I want them close to flawless. Especially if they come to you brand spanking new! I just received my 1 DVD and the label was stuck to the cellophane wrap of the DVD. I wasn't too happy about it, but getting off the label wasn't a problem b/c it was just on the cellophane wrap.

12-13-13, 07:11 PM
firmaniac Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: A back road in Oregon	...glad it was just an 'oops', then. The last used dvd I bought through Amazon came just in shrink wrap w/ the shipping label on that. It came from a Goodwill in TN through Amazon. I was surprised. I assumed they do it to save money (since it was Goodwill), but won't order used again if it originates from them. The case was crushed in one corner, but the disc was playable. __________________ Julie DISCLOSURES DETAILED IN MY PROFILE Murder at The FIRM: legalgraffitigreetings.wordpress.com Please visit 'The FIRM Ephemera Scrapbook' on facebook for a visual history of The FIRM Last edited by firmaniac; 12-13-13 at 07:12 PM. Reason: typed 'video', meant 'dvd'

12-31-13, 06:03 PM
seagreen01 VF Supporter Join Date: Nov 2001	Just wanted to come back and say that my DVDs arrived very well wrapped. I put a note with my order to ask for padding inside the cases. This did not happen however the DVDs were firmly wrapped in bubble wrap and covered firmly in a thin but seriously strong outer wrap. The wrapping was so firm anything touching it would have bounced off the package. I imagine customs looking at that and saying 'forget it!' The postage on the package was a lot cheaper than the postage I paid however I did receive much (handling) for my package so all is good. I agree, stickers on packages and lack of privacy is not good.