The Arts Of Nail

Friday, October 31, 2008

Spree #9 - Items posted

hi ladies,
i've posted out the items today afternoon. I've actually carried 2 big bags of nail polish (around 60 bottles?) all the way to my office. So heavy~ haha.. not that i'm complaining but some of the things that build up which really makes me wonder if its worth the effort doing these? hah!






Being a spree organiser is really really not easy. Life is full of choices. I can choose to take it slow or choose to be fast and efficient. I can choose to be service oriented or choose to be nasty. Of coz i choose the good ones. However, sometimes people just take it for granted. Hey, i'm just a spree organiser not a merchant.
Well,i had a very bad day today which makes me so angry! Anyway i'm going to blacklist her from joining my spree. i'm suppose to meet her today and pass her the nail polish which was purchased in aug. till date she has not collected it and not willing pay the postage and opt for post. (fyi, it's 3 bottles only. i've made exception to meet up as initially she ordered more than 5 but many were OOS) When i arrived and sms her, she replied about 5-10mins later and told me she's still in the office and cant meet me and will opt for postage then. Just to let u know, i've tried to arrange meet up many times but the timing and location just cant make it. The location that we r meeting today is not one of the location that i've mentioned in my T&C. i'm compromising by meeting at a more centralize location that both are agreeable. Cmon, dont tell me that you cant inform me earlier that you cant make it? I'm sure that at least 15mins before you should know or forsee whether u can meet me or not since u need to travel there too?! Not when i reach the place on time and after msg u then u tell me u r still in office. That really pisses me off! I rushed all the way down after work and travelled to somewhere that i'm not heading (have to backtrack). Have the basic courtesy to inform me.



Dear ladies, dont misunderstood me that i hate people who are late or what. If you are going to be late, pls inform in advance or slightly late last min, i can understand. But not by "sabo or dua" me. too much! i will not tolerate such behaviour.
Sorry for my lengthy complaints but i feel so much better after letting go my emotions.



*** Steff Wong, YOU ARE BANNED! ***


If any of you have any comments or feedback, pls feel free to comment =)

Thursday, October 30, 2008

Spree #9 - Items arrived!!

Hi all~

finally the items arrived
at my doorstep around 8.30pm and i was like waiting at home the wholeday? duhz!! i keep calling UPS to expedite but it seems like they've identified my address as residential so its scheduled to dispatch after 7pm... haiz.. no choice. I was very very busy sorting out and wrapping and packing the orders for you guys. It took me 3hrs+ to finish them all...(no kidding man... there are abt 70+ colors mixed and i have to look one by one and see whose color is it) Well, i could have split them up and take my time but i think all of u are very eager to receive your new colors. So i sacrifice abit..haha.. quickly wrap them up and i'm gg to post them tomorrow. i still gotta work tml =(

will post up the pictures soon. For those who are meeting me, cya soon~ IF you have opt for meet up and have not responded to me, pls check your spam/bulk mail as i've already sent you an email on my schedule yesterday =)

If you've opt for postage, i'll be sending them out tomorrow. do check your mailbox =) heee

Going to clear up the mess in my living room and gg to sleep liao.. night!

Wednesday, October 29, 2008

Head2toebeauty Spree #10 - Hurry~ 24/50 slots taken up!

Hi ladies~

want to order your favourite nail color or looking for nail treatments? Come join my spree =) All are welcome.

50% of the slots are already taken up! Only 26 slots left!

(SPREE WILL CLOSE ON 5NOV)

If you want to join, pls do so quickly by emailing me your orders together with the payment to faciliate the process. (orders will not be confirmed till payments are received which will lead to cancellation of your orders).

Pls visit the link below for more details~

http://wowprettynails.blogspot.com/2008/10/head2toe-spree-10-open-opi-china-glaze.html


*PS: i've just emailed head2toebeauty again and ask them if their OPI Toyland collection will be available this week. Waiting for their reply.

Spree #9 updates

i've confirmed with UPS and they say my items will confirm arrive tomorrw but i'm not sure what time. Luckily i'm off. hehe.. So i shall wait patiently at home for our new arrivals!

For those who opt for meet up, i will be contacting you shortly. Meanwhile if you are reading this, here's my schedule for meet up. Do let me know which slots you are available so i can arrange. hee

Fri 31Oct
0900-6.15pm: Orchard Paragon
7.15pm - 9pm Bukit Batok

Sat 01Nov
0830-6pm: Orchard paragon
8pm - 10pm: Bukit Batok

Sun 02Nov
0930-5pm: Orchard paragon
5.45-7pm: AMK

Mon 03Nov
0930-6pm: Orchard paragon
6.50 - 7pm: AMK

Tues 04Nov
1pm-7pm: AMK

*Pls email me on the slots you are available to collect.

Thanks!

Tuesday, October 28, 2008

Spree #9 updates - Arriving on thursday!

Spree #9 updates:

I've contacted UPS and they mentioned it will be arriving on this thurs! but dunno what time.. it MIGHT even arrive earlier which is tomorrow? depends on the customs.. looking forward~ yay!

20 Most popular OPI colors ordered

Hi all~

Curious to find out what's the most popular colors right now? What OPI colors are the spree-ers ordering? Here's the TOP 20 OPI colors ordered from spree #1 to #9




If you are interested in joining the spree, pls email me at estella85@yahoo.com or visit the current spree #10 at http://wowprettynails.blogspot.com/2008/10/head2toe-spree-10-open-opi-china-glaze.html
Thanks!

Head2Toe Spree #10 [OPEN] OPI, China glaze, Orly, Essie, Misa, Creative, Color Club, Ardell Lashes

Hi everyone,



spree #10 is now open! thank you everyone for your overwhelming support. All my sprees have been doing well and response is great!



If this is your first time ordering from me, dont worry, i'm reliable and a responsible organizer. I've ordered more than 800 bottles of nail polish for my past 9 sprees and it's still counting~ For those who've joined me before, welcome back! hehe... *pardon me for repeating the same verse if u've read this over and over again but there's always someone who's reading it for the first time.


This time round i'll be ordering from www.head2toebeauty.com
As the Toyland Collection is still not available right now, i'll still take in pre-orders first. They mentioned that it will out this week. *fingers crossed*
Pls email your orders and enquiries to estella85@yahoo.com

Pls read the terms & conditions carefully.

Spree will close once 50 paid bottles are reached (do ask your friends to join in too~ so we can hit the minimum faster )



***I'm hoping to close the spree by 5NOV wed as i'll be on a cruise from 8nov-12nov. So by the time i place the order and return from my trip the items will just nice arrive by then.

*Pls note that this is the new pricing due to the strengthening of USD. However there are some items that i've reduced the price as well. =)

OPI Nail colors - SGD$11/bottle NETT (priced at USD$4.75 on website)

OPI Designer Series - SGD$16/bottle NETT(priced at USD$7.25 on website)

http://www.head2toebeauty.com/nail_polishes/npo_opi1.htm

OPI Nail treatments – SGD$11/bottle NETT

  • Top coat High-gloss protection
  • Natural base coat (out of stock)
  • Natural Nail strengthener
  • Ridge Filler
  • Arcylic base coat

OPI Start-to-Finish, Original/Formaldehyde Free Formula - $15/bottle NETT

OPI Nail Envy Series SGD$18/bottle NETT

  • Original Nail Envy
  • Matte Nail Envy
  • Dry & Brittle Nail Envy
  • Sensitive & Peeling Nail Envy
  • Soft & Thin Nail Envy

OPI Drip Dry 0.3oz - SGD$14.00/bottle NETT

OPI Avoplex Nail & Cuticle Replenishing Oil - SGD$16.50

http://www.head2toebeauty.com/nail_treatments/ntr_opi.htm

China Glaze Nail Polish - SGD$8.50/bottle NETT (priced at USD$2.99 on website)

China Glaze Nail Polish - SGD$9.00/bottle NETT (priced at USD$3.29 on website)

http://www.head2toebeauty.com/nail_polishes/npo_china_glaze1.htm

ORLY nail polish - SGD$9.50/bottle NETT (priced at USD$3.50 on website)

http://www.head2toebeauty.com/nail_polishes/npo_orly1.htm

Misa Nail Polish – SGD$8.20/bottle NETT (priced at USD$2.75 on website)

http://www.head2toebeauty.com/nail_polishes/npo_misa1.htm

Color Club nail polish – SGD$7.00/bottle NETT (priced at USD$1.99 on website)

http://www.head2toebeauty.com/nail_polishes/npo_color_club1.htm

Creative Nail polish – SGD$8.50/bottle NETT (priced at USD$2.99 on website)

http://www.head2toebeauty.com/nail_polishes/npo_creative1.htm

Essie nail polish SGD$9.50/bottle NETT (priced at USD$3.50 on website)

http://www.head2toebeauty.com/nail_polishes/npo_essie1.htm



Ardell Lashes priced at USD2.55 - SGD6.20

Ardell Lashes priced at USD2.95 - SGD6.80

Ardell Brow & lash growth Acelerator TreatmentGel USD3.00 - $6.80

http://www.head2toebeauty.com/skin_cosmetics/scel.htm

**price includes shipping fee from US to Singapore EXCLUDE local postage fee**

If you would like to order other items from the website but not listed above, pls feel free to contact me to arrange.




Terms & Conditions

I will only take in orders of those who pay up first before the spree closes as shown on my IB statement. No payment no order.



1. Refunds will be done if items are out of stock

2. Nail polish will be bubbled wrapped and taped for extra security

3. feel free to email me directly at estella85@yahoo.com for any enquiries/questions



Internet Banking account:

POSB SAVINGS 157-03577-0

UOB Savings 128-192-133-4



Internet banking or ATM transfers only. (no inter-bank transfer) Must be from the same bank.



Transfer via: ATM /IB(nick)

Amount:

Date:



Method of collection:



Normal/Registered/Meetup

Strictly postage (normal/registered) from my house to yours for 4 items and below



*Meet up minimum 5 bottles at Ang mo kio/Orchard/bukit batok (wkend for BB)





Normal postage rate (bubble wrapped) for nail polish:

a. 1 bottle: $1.50

b. 2-3 bottles: $2.50

c. 4-7 bottles: $3.50

For registered, please top up extra $2.24

Postage fee for Ardell Lashes:

$0.50 per box



Please post in this format *not responsible for any wrong order due to wrong format

Name of product:

Code:

Quantity:

Total Price:

Mode of Collection: Post/Meetup

Contact number:

Mailing Address:

Pls email your orders and enquiries to estella85@yahoo.com



Thank you for your support!

Monday, October 27, 2008

Spree #9 updates

Hi ladies,

thank you for your patience =)

the items will definitely arrive this week. When i give them the green light to proceed it happened to be sat and they do not ship on weekends! haiz... They reply that they will process and ship the items on monday which is today! hehe.. but due to time difference, i'm not sure if it has not leave their office yet. I've not received the tracking information too. Should be able to see them by tomorrow.

Kinda disspointing that Toyland collection is still not available for sale yet~~ sigh.. Now their reply was " We should have the OPI Toyland sometime next week. " (dated on 25oct) Which means they might have Toyland collection this week?? hmm... the week before they say last week, den last week say next week... *Duhzz* Anyway, they'll definitely put it up for sale its just a matter of time.

i've sent out emails for those whose item are out of stock or pre-ordered toyland.
Pls check your email (even your Spam/bulk mail).
The affected spree-ers are:
  • michelle kwang
  • shi hui
  • jolene yeo
  • xerene
  • lina lee
  • Nely
  • Gigi
  • jean low
***Kindly respond to my email on the options and alternatives given. ***

As mentioned in my earlier post on the price revision. I'm still monitoring the rates as the USD are getting stronger day by day. It has went up to about 10% compared to few months ago =(

So i'll most probably be increasing the price by 10% or so. Hope you guys can understand my situation =)

Will give the final price when the next spree opens. Probably on next week~

Thanks =D

Saturday, October 25, 2008

spree #9 updates

i've placed orders on the same day when the spree closes. Currently i'm in a midst of liasing with head2toebeauty regarding the order as some of the items are out of stocks (although website shows as available).

As for the Toyland Collection, unfortunately it have not arrive H2T =(

They say maybe next week then arrive... hai... For those who've pre-ordered, i'll contact you shortly. Well, here's 2 options for you if you are reading this:

a) Refund
b) Order on the next spree (which will commence early nov)

Do note that i'm going to revise the prices soon due to the strengthening of USD.

So for those who opt for (b), i will retain the same price SGD$10 without having you to top up =)

Besides, those whose items are out of stock, i'll email you shortly after i've consolidated the list.

Thank you for your patience gals!

Btw, this time round i've opted for UPS worldwide saver instead of USPS express mail international since they give me the option and prices are about the same. hehe... At least the delivery date is 3days guaranteed. so now we shall wait for them to dispatch the items out~ =D

can't wait to try the new colors~

Tuesday, October 21, 2008

Monday, October 20, 2008

Spree #9 - CLOSING 21OCT 8pm

hi all~

we've already reached the target and the spree will close tomorrow (21oct tues) at 8pm. For those who are still deciding and wish to join, pls hurry and email me your orders and transfer the payment before 8pm. Same for those who've not paid for their orders or it'll be cancelled.

Hopefully we are lucky enough to order Toyland collection. hee

Can't wait to try the new collection!

Wednesday, October 15, 2008

Spree #9 updates 36/50 filled + Toyland collection pre-order

Current status 36/50 slots taken up!

last 14 slots left!

There are quite a few spree-ers who are interested in getting the new collection (OPI holiday in Toyland). However H2T does not have the stocks yet. Their reply is "Hopefully by next week". However they cant give a definate date and suggest to visit their site regularly to check. I may consider extending the spree till next tues 21OCT hope we can manage to order.

Ladies, i would like to hear your views.(pls voice out on the 2nd tagboard on the right)

Shall i extend the spree till 21oct? (coz i'm think we are able to end the spree earlier as we are quite close to the target) IT will probably be just 2-3days extension. Any objections from the spree-ers who are on spree #9? If you would like to TRY your luck, you may also add in your orders for the Toyland collection. (pls include the payment as well. This is to facilitate the spree and reduce delays). In the event its available before spree closes, i'll include your orders in. IF NOT, i'll refund the amount back to you.

For those interested in pre-ordering Toyland collection pls email me your orders to estella85@yahoo.com together with the payment and your account details in case of refund. (If you are not comfortable taking the risk or hassel, i would suggest you to wait for next spree when the stocks are available for sale)

OPI Holiday in Toyland Collection

OPI has just launched the new holiday collection - OPI Holiday in Toyland Collection. I'm sure many of us are very excited to try the new colors. i'm really hoping to place order in time with my current Spree #9 as head2toebeauty does not have the stocks yet compared to 8ty8beauty which is already on sale. argh...

I've emailed to H2T and enquired on the availability.
H2T response "We should have the OPI Toyland Collection hopefully by next week"

Anyway, let us admire the new colors and let the pictures do the talking =)

















































Monday, October 13, 2008

spree #9 29/50 slots taken up!!

Hi ladies!

dont missed your opportunity in this spree!

current status 29/50 slots taken up!!

LAST 21 SLOTS LEFT!!

Sunday, October 12, 2008

spree #9 - 26/50 slots taken up!

Don't missed the spree as the slots are filling up fast!

26/50 slots taken up!!

hurry, order your favourite OPI, Orly, China glaze, Essie, Misa, Color club nail polish

Click the link for more details on the spree
http://wowprettynails.blogspot.com/2008/10/spree-9-open-opi-china-glaze-orly-essie.html

Friday, October 10, 2008

Spree #9 status

Dear all~

currently 18/50 slots are already taken up!

For those who wants to order, pls email me at estella85@yahoo.com

Kindly transfer the payment in order to confirm your orders or your orders will be voided

Thank you ladies~

Tuesday, October 7, 2008

Spree #9 [OPEN] OPI, China glaze, Orly, Essie, Misa, Creative, Color Club, Ardell Lashes

Hi everyone,



spree #9 is now open! thank you everyone for your overwhelming support. All my sprees have been doing well and response is great!



If this is your first time ordering from me, dont worry, i'm reliable and a responsible organizer. I've ordered more than 700 bottles of nail polish for my past 8 sprees and it's still counting~ For those who've joined me before, welcome back! hehe... *pardon me for repeating the same verse if u've read this over and over again but there's always someone who's reading it for the first time.



This time round i'll be ordering from http://www.head2toebeauty.com



Pls email your orders and enquiries to estella85@yahoo.com



Pls read the terms & conditions carefully.





Spree will close once 50 paid bottles are reached (do ask your friends to join in too~ so we can hit the minimum faster )





OPI Nail colors - SGD$10/bottle NETT (priced at USD$4.75 on website)

OPI Designer Series - SGD$15/bottle NETT(priced at USD$7.25 on website)

http://www.head2toebeauty.com/nail_polishes/npo_opi1.htm

OPI Nail treatments – SGD$10/bottle NETT

  • Top coat High-gloss protection
  • Natural base coat (out of stock)
  • Natural Nail strengthener
  • Ridge Filler
  • Arcylic base coat

OPI Start-to-Finish, Original/Formaldehyde Free Formula - $15/bottle NETT

OPI Nail Envy Series SGD$20/bottle NETT

  • Original Nail Envy
  • Matte Nail Envy
  • Dry & Brittle Nail Envy
  • Sensitive & Peeling Nail Envy
  • Soft & Thin Nail Envy

OPI Drip Dry 0.3oz - SGD$14.00/bottle NETT

OPI Avoplex Cuticle Oil To Go - SGD$10 NETT

OPI Avoplex Nail & Cuticle Replenishing Oil - SGD$18.00

http://www.head2toebeauty.com/nail_treatments/ntr_opi.htm

China Glaze Nail Polish - SGD$8.00/bottle NETT (priced at USD$2.99 on website)

http://www.head2toebeauty.com/nail_polishes/npo_china_glaze1.htm

ORLY nail polish - SGD$8.80/bottle NETT (priced at USD$3.50 on website)

http://www.head2toebeauty.com/nail_polishes/npo_orly1.htm

Misa Nail Polish – SGD$7.80/bottle NETT (priced at USD$2.75 on website)

http://www.head2toebeauty.com/nail_polishes/npo_misa1.htm

Color Club nail polish – SGD$7.00/bottle NETT (priced at USD$1.99 on website)

http://www.head2toebeauty.com/nail_polishes/npo_color_club1.htm

Creative Nail polish – SGD$8.00/bottle NETT (priced at USD$2.99 on website)

http://www.head2toebeauty.com/nail_polishes/npo_creative1.htm

Essie nail polish SGD$8.80/bottle NETT (priced at USD$3.50 on website)

http://www.head2toebeauty.com/nail_polishes/npo_essie1.htm







Ardell Lashes priced at USD2.55 - SGD6.00

Ardell Lashes priced at USD2.95 - SGD6.50

http://www.head2toebeauty.com/skin_cosmetics/scel.htm

**price includes shipping fee from US to Singapore EXCLUDE local postage fee**

If you would like to order other items from the website but not listed above, pls feel free to contact me to arrange.




Terms & Conditions

I will only take in orders of those who pay up first before the spree closes as shown on my IB statement. No payment no order.



1. Refunds will be done if items are out of stock

2. Nail polish will be bubbled wrapped and taped for extra security

3. feel free to email me directly at estella85@yahoo.com for any enquiries/questions



Internet Banking account:

POSB SAVINGS 157-03577-0

UOB Savings 128-192-133-4



Internet banking or ATM transfers only. (no inter-bank transfer) Must be from the same bank.



Transfer via: ATM /IB(nick)

Reference No:

Amount:

Date:



Method of collection:



Normal/Registered/Meetup

Strictly postage (normal/registered) from my house to yours for 4 items and below



*Meet up minimum 5 bottles at Ang mo kio/Orchard/bukit batok (wkend for BB)





Normal postage rate (bubble wrapped) for nail polish:

a. 1 bottle: $1.90

b. 2-3 bottles: $2.50

c. 4-7 bottles: $3.50

For registered, please top up extra $2.24

Postage fee for Ardell Lashes:

$0.50 per box



Please post in this format *not responsible for any wrong order due to wrong format

Name of product:

Code:

Quantity:

Total Price:



Example:



Name of product: I’m Indi-A-mood for love

Code: OPI I41

Quantity: 01

Total Price: $10



Name of product: Shimmer

Code: DS001

Quantity: 01

Total Price: $15



Total number of bottles = 2



Amount Payable = Total in SGD + $2.50 (normal postage)



Example: $25 + $2.50 = $27.50



Pls email your orders and enquiries to estella85@yahoo.com



Thank you for your support!



Spree #8 Arrived!! + Head2toebeauty.com Review

Good news ladies~

Our orders have arrived my doorsteps this afternoon. hehe.. lucky i'm at home (coz i'm on mc) if not gotta arrange redelivery again. I've just sorted out the items and now i'm going to wrap them (for those who've opted for postage). I'll post them out tomorrow so keep a look out in your mailbox~

For those who've opted for meet up, i'll contact you shortly on the meet up timings and location =)

Here's my review for Head2toebeauty:

I'm a very satisfied and happy customer of Head2toebeauty now. This is my first time ordering from them and all my orders came 100% correct. They are all very well packed and arranged. No missing items, no breakages. The only flaw with head2toebeauty is that after i've sent my orders (via their website shopping cart), it took them quite sometime to reply. I've waited for about 3 days before i send an urgent reminder email to them and they responded on the same day! haha.. i should have emailed them earlier then..

Anyway, i can understand also.. maybe they are busy with many orders (business too good?). that's why i am prepared with a few days grace for their response. Btw, they give me a free pink bag! hehe..





















Head2toebeauty VS 8ty8beauty


i'll defenitely purchase from head2toebeauty again although the prices are slightly higher. My past orders with 8ty8beauty always had problems such as missing orders, broken items, wrong item..etc

Besides, the variety of products are also better than 8ty8beauty in my opinion.

Saturday, October 4, 2008

Spree #8 updates

Hi ladies,

our items are now on the way to singapore~

Here's the latest status: International Dispatch, October 04, 2008, 3:26 am, ISC CHICAGO IL (USPS)

I've opted for USPS express mail international so estimated arrival is about 5days. So next week we should be receiving our items :)

Do visit my blog regularly for updates and have a good weekend~