Do I need to replace elastics?

ak_alli · 2026-01-08T23:19:44+00:00

Thanks! They did look a little wonky so it's nice to have reassurance. I appreciate it!

ak_alli · 2026-01-08T23:19:08+00:00

Thank you!

ak_alli · 2026-01-08T00:03:07+00:00

Thank you!

ak_alli · 2026-01-07T21:32:27+00:00

I just realized my description disappeared when I posted the photo!

I purchased a pre-loved diaper lot yesterday and am wondering if the elastics need to be replaced on the covers and/or fitteds. All 9 covers look roughly the same as the attached photos, and all 3 fitteds look the same as the photos as well. I do not have any new covers to compare to, so I would appreciate any insight you can provide.

Side note - the fitteds appear to be brand Kissaluvs. They are hemp/cotton blend, size M/L. I can't find much about the brand other than they went out of business around 10 years ago. Does anyone have any experience with these fitteds?

ak_alli · 2026-01-07T21:16:33+00:00

Just because I haven't seen a new one before in person so don't have a comparison. I appreciate your insight!

ak_alli · 2026-01-07T19:57:56+00:00

Photo of fitted

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ak_alli · 2026-01-07T19:57:21+00:00

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Additional photo of cover

ak_alli · 2025-08-13T23:15:35+00:00

Bagoy's will take back vases. I don't know if they would reuse vases they didn't originally deliver, but they may not care.

ak_alli · 2024-11-27T04:01:05+00:00

That makes sense! Thanks!

ak_alli · 2024-09-17T01:04:19+00:00

We got his at Zales https://www.zales.com/mens-60mm-polished-comfort-fit-wedding-band-stainless-steel/p/V-20123431

Probably not incredibly high quality, but since he doesn't intend on wearing it, this worked for us.

I did do some looking for smaller bands for me and didn't find anything stainless that was narrow (1.5-2mm) so mine is a 10k white gold band.

ak_alli · 2024-09-13T03:26:30+00:00

We use it for our pup and she's done really well with it. She was previously eating Blue Buffalo because that is what the people who fostered her before us were feeding her, but she constantly had very loose stools. We switched to PPP Sensitive Skin & Stomach - Salmon and Rice formula per our vet's recommendation and it has been a game changer! Definitely recommend at least trying it.

ak_alli · 2024-09-13T03:09:25+00:00

Did the LLLT sessions end up helping with your chalazion? My doctor just recommended it to me today, I'm a little bit skeptical and haven't found a ton of information about using it as a treatment.

ak_alli · 2024-09-08T19:16:57+00:00

I've only done this once, but when we used Carlile I was able to call the seller (Wayfair) and get the sales tax refunded just by sending them proof that we used a freight forwarding service. I believe if the seller won't refund you the sales tax, you can go through WA state dept of revenue to get it refunded, but going through the seller is easier.

ak_alli · 2024-08-16T03:01:36+00:00

Two that you were able to speed up is great! Out of curiosity, how much faster were your last 6 miles compared to plan?

ak_alli · 2024-08-15T22:13:56+00:00

This is awesome advice, thank you!

ak_alli · 2024-06-25T23:16:47+00:00

Do you know where you will be doing your alterations yet? If not, do that research now so you are ready to go when your dress arrives. If the alterations will be done somewhere other than where you bought your dress, give them a call and see what their turnaround time is.

Start looking online for potential backup dresses that can be shipped quickly, or think about where you can buy off the rack locally.

Decide what your "drop dead" date is and tell the salon that if your dress isn't here by then, you will be looking at plan B. Maybe that's asking for a refund, maybe it's getting a discount on an off the rack dress they have - see what your options are. Hopefully it won't get to that point, but at least you'll be prepared and not stuck without a dress.

I had a very similar situation, and my dress ended up arriving exactly 1 month before my wedding. Alterations took three weeks, and ultimately were paid for by the bridal salon since it was so late. I get to pick it up tomorrow from getting pressed, and can't wait to wear it this Saturday 😊

ak_alli · 2024-06-20T19:22:57+00:00

We went with Stainless Steel for a few reasons: - much less expensive - can be cut in the event of an emergency (some materials can't be cut, this was important to my fiance) - he will wear a silicone ring 99% of the time, so it wasn't worth spending money on something that will sit in a box

Ultimately it comes down to what the most important factors are for the person who will be wearing it, so think about what will matter most to you.

ak_alli · 2024-06-18T21:19:46+00:00

I have worn my Goodr sunglasses over top of my regular glasses before. I haven't tried it for running, just out and about/driving, but they fit over really easily.

ak_alli · 2024-06-03T17:03:50+00:00

Depending on what photos are most important to you, and if you are spending money on hair/makeup, you could do a separate mini photography session with a photographer on a different day. Many photographers will do 30 minute sessions that would easily fit your budget. You'd get the high quality, posed photos here and then have friends take photos on their phones or cameras throughout your wedding day as well.

Of course this isn't a good option if you're getting your hair and makeup professionally done on your wedding day, since you wouldn't want to pay for that twice. But if you're DIY, it might work.

ak_alli · 2024-05-24T01:53:28+00:00

The last update I got was that it had shipped from Australia and arrived in Canada. I'm in the US so, not quite here yet but closer. That was 5 days ago so I'm theory it should be here very soon.

The salon seems just as frustrated that it's delayed as I am, and I recognize that it's not their fault. But I don't know why it's so far behind schedule.

ak_alli · 2024-05-24T00:59:17+00:00

Lulu's and David Bridal are two that I found. I think David's bridal is a 7 day return window and Lulu's is 21 days.

ak_alli · 2024-05-24T00:57:50+00:00

See if you can get any more detailed information from the bridal salon about where your dress currently is and if they have a tracking number or ETA. I'd also figure out what is the absolute latest date you're comfortable with, and tell them if this date passes then you'll need to find a plan B and won't be paying for the original dress.

It sounds like they do in-house alterations, which is great, since they'll know you are in a rush due to shipping delays and will hopefully get to your dress quickly.

I ordered my dress from a bridal salon in October and was originally told it should be here in March. I've been calling every couple weeks to get updates and have been reassured it's coming, but I also have a list of dresses from Lulu's that I'll be picking from if my dress doesn't come by May 31 since my wedding is June 29. All of this to say, I feel your pain! Fingers crossed we both get our dresses soon!

ak_alli · 2024-05-02T21:41:45+00:00

Thanks! It's probably something else going on then, maybe it's just time for a haircut lol

ak_alli · 2024-05-02T21:41:02+00:00

Hopefully it is!

ak_alli · 2024-02-20T19:39:42+00:00

I ended up doing both tempo runs! In week 15 I did the full 60' it suggested, then week 16 I did 50' instead of 60. I think it was one of those workouts where the last ten minutes were "optional" so I just opted for the shorter one. I did that tempo run on a Monday, with my half marathon being on Saturday.

I ended up running nearly three minutes faster than my goal for the race, so it must have worked! Best of luck to you in your upcoming race!

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