Down the Indie Rabbit Hole

[LadyK]

@@Shalott Indeed it is! I just opened up on the first. I'm working diligently to get new colors added, but it's a slow process especially with writer's block.

Very cool!  My list of companies to try after Christmas is getting soooo long.  Best wishes for your shop!

 

[ohsailor]

@@Shalott yesss! Deal! I am super serious, here! I do have my clock set, I am determined to get one of these, but with only 30 slots and my luck, I'm not counting it.

 

[CurlyTails]

I filed an etsy case on DB. I have until Tuesday to file a dispute with Paypal so we'll see what happens between now and then.

 

[Shalott]

@@Shalott yesss! Deal! I am super serious, here! I do have my clock set, I am determined to get one of these, but with only 30 slots and my luck, I'm not counting it.

I had to go back and double check what time they were releasing so that i could make sure I have the right time. I am ready and waiting! /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[msambrosia]

A new company launched! Dark Matter Makeup on Etsy. I just ordered a set of test tubes, the purples and golds look SO PRETTY. Want to try those blues too but priorities. I'll let you guys know what I think when I get them in!!

I got the test tubes as well. I know I got purples because I was thrilled @@Deareux is making vegan shadows. I'm allergic to carmine and it seems like every time I see a beautiful purple on an indie site, it almost always has carmine. Sometimes I just want to throw caution to the wind and wear them anyway, but itchy, puffy eyelids are not cute on anyone.

Since people were mentioning Lush, does anyone know of any indie company that makes salt shampoo? I've been using Big shampoo for about 5 years, but I'd love to find something else to try. I tried one from an etsy seller a few years ago, but it was too moisturizing for my hair. I can't even remember the company, just that it was in a blue tub. 

 

[ohsailor]

I got the test tubes as well. I know I got purples because I was thrilled @@Deareux is making vegan shadows. I'm allergic to carmine and it seems like every time I see a beautiful purple on an indie site, it almost always has carmine. Sometimes I just want to throw caution to the wind and wear them anyway, but itchy, puffy eyelids are not cute on anyone.

Since people were mentioning Lush, does anyone know of any indie company that makes salt shampoo? I've been using Big shampoo for about 5 years, but I'd love to find something else to try. I tried one from an etsy seller a few years ago, but it was too moisturizing for my hair. I can't even remember the company, just that it was in a blue tub. 

This company is supposed to be pretty good: https://www.etsy.com/listing/157500119/tahitian-vanilla-sea-salt-shampoo?ref=sr_gallery_1&ga_search_query=salt+shampoo&ga_page=2&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery

They have other scents too

 

[Sheeeeeelby]

@@Deareux Thats so cool you have a shop! They look gorgeous! 

 

[CurlyTails]

In positive news, I placed an order with Dark Matter Makeup! The colors look gorgeous! Neptune in particular was calling my name.

 

[msambrosia]

This company is supposed to be pretty good: https://www.etsy.com/listing/157500119/tahitian-vanilla-sea-salt-shampoo?ref=sr_gallery_1&ga_search_query=salt+shampoo&ga_page=2&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery

They have other scents too

Thank you so much. They have tea tree and mint, which is aces because I have dermatitis. Ordering the small container now to try it out. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[meaganola]

I have to say it warms my cold, black, bitter heart to see a whole bunch of new posts and threads in this section just *waiting* to be read pretty much every time I turn around!  I was really afraid that there would be resistance to breaking things out (Memebox flashbacks).  Thanks and huge hugs to everyone whose response was basically IT'S ABOUT TIME BECAUSE THIS THREAD IS *WAY* TOO CONFUSING!

 

[lovepink]

I have to say it warms my cold, black, bitter heart to see a whole bunch of new posts and threads in this section just *waiting* to be read pretty much every time I turn around!  I was really afraid that there would be resistance to breaking things out (Memebox flashbacks).  Thanks and huge hugs to everyone whose response was basically IT'S ABOUT TIME BECAUSE THIS THREAD IS *WAY* TOO CONFUSING!

I was really unsure about the breaking out of the threads but I find I like it.  It is neat to see what people own, what they are lemming after and hear about people's experiences.

I do feel like it is whack a mole though.  I sub to all the threads I want, then go back and 5 more have popped up!  I think on my dashboard, main page(whatever it is) most of the threads I follow are indie related!  (Or secret santa)

Thank you for setting it up!

 

[Kelly Silva]

My only hesitation is that now the chatter is spread out so sometimes I feel like I should check back less often so there's more to come back to!

 

[lovepink]

@@meaganola is there a way to group indie reviews under their own header/group/category? I think if it is a functionality the site can support it would be neat.  I would be way more likely to write reviews for indies than main stream stuff.

If this already exists, please excuse me. I rarely look at reviews on here.

 

[meaganola]

I was really unsure about the breaking out of the threads but I find I like it.  It is neat to see what people own, what they are lemming after and hear about people's experiences.

I do feel like it is whack a mole though.  I sub to all the threads I want, then go back and 5 more have popped up!  I think on my dashboard, main page(whatever it is) most of the threads I follow are indie related!  (Or secret santa)

Thank you for setting it up!

This is probably just due to the section being new and in need of building out.  We'll still be adding more threads as more companies pop up, but things will probably start tapering off in a few weeks after everyone gets their favorite companies/products/etc. added.  I'm seriously thinking of this month as move-in week at college when everyone is settling into the dorm, making Target runs for bookcases/fridges/etc., finding their favorite espresso bar/teahouse, making friends with their neighbors, figuring out whether they hate their roommates, etc.

@@meaganola is there a way to group indie reviews under their own header/group/category? I think if it is a functionality the site can support it would be neat.  I would be way more likely to write reviews for indies than main stream stuff.

If this already exists, please excuse me. I rarely look at reviews on here.

I have no idea.  That would most likely be something for @@Director to address!

 

[marigoldsue]

Wasn't there some chatter a few months back about an Indie sub coming out in 2015?  My perception was that it would be a collaboration with several companies working together.  Any more news on this?

 

[meaganola]

Wasn't there some chatter a few months back about an Indie sub coming out in 2015?  My perception was that it would be a collaboration with several companies working together.  Any more news on this?

Not that I've heard. 

 

[elizabethrose]

You may or may not get the blues anyways. *hinthintwinkwink*

You da best /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[CurlyTails]

There is movement on my DB package! Interesting how the package arrived at the sort facility the day after I filed my etsy case. I'll be happy to get my stuff and be done with this company.

 

[Geek]

This is probably just due to the section being new and in need of building out.  We'll still be adding more threads as more companies pop up, but things will probably start tapering off in a few weeks after everyone gets their favorite companies/products/etc. added.  I'm seriously thinking of this month as move-in week at college when everyone is settling into the dorm, making Target runs for bookcases/fridges/etc., finding their favorite espresso bar/teahouse, making friends with their neighbors, figuring out whether they hate their roommates, etc.

I have no idea.  That would most likely be something for @@Director to address!

@@meaganola

Hi Megan, Let's chat about this with @@kawaiimeows and @@zadidoll I'm sure there is something we can do to accomodate!  open a discussion in our staff forum.

 

[ohsailor]

Yeah, my biggest worry was that people will stop posting in this main board, and it feels like a little family in here and I don't want to lose it. 

In good news, I got a slot for VC!! 11 days after I added my name to the list! YAY!!! Anyone else?