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Dorothy Perkins is a brand that sells women's fashion. They offer a range of different clothing items including tops, bottoms and lingerie. They also sell footwear and accessories like scarfs, bags and jewllery. Whilst there are Dorothy Perkins stores in most major towns and cities in the UK it can be more convenient to shop from home. Another reason to shop online is the fact that the brand often do online exclusive sales and offers.
The website is really easy to navigate and all of the items are set out into categories. You are also able to search for items directly using a search bar on the homepage. When a list of items appears in the main window you can see the price very easily as well as any discount which may be running. There is also a picture of the item as shown on either a model or laid out flat. If you click through to the item's individual page you can usually see more angles of the item as well as colour options. They offer items that are on trend and suitable for women of all ages.
The brand offer sizes from as small as size 6 up to size 22 although not every item has every size available. Each item can be compared against a size guide which appears on every page. There are also helpful reviews from other customers which often discuss how the item fits and feels. If an item is listed as out of stock online you can see if it's available in any of the UK stores. These appear on an interactive map which lists store contact details.
Delivery costs £3.95 and you are guaranteed to get your items within four working days in the UK. Orders over £50 qualify for free delivery though. Costs can vary for other areas of the UK but will be shown during the checkout process.
I've never had any problems with the actual delivery and quality of the items. I have tried to apply a brand's own voucher code into the checkout system before and it wasn't accepted though,forcing me to abandon the order. Since this has been my only issue I'm happy to shop here again in the future. The website is particularly useful to use during sales periods as you can find some utterly unbelievable reductions. I believe there were things like jeans for one pound during the last Christmas sale period! These offers can of course go quickly but it's worth having a look to see if you can nab a bargain.
Dorothyperkins.com is the official website of high street chain store Dorothy Perkins and here you can dig through pages of clothes, shoes and accessories and potentially buy without leaving your home.
Since I have hit my twenties I have found that I'm not really into fashion (apart from photography and reading about it) and have begun to slowly find my style niche; meaning I could happily live off eBay and vintage websites without the bother of high street stores. That said, Dorothy Perkins is one high street shop I have always visited and continue to do so every now and then. I always felt that their clothes were smart, classy and feminine so one day decided to take some time to look at their website with the intention of possibly buying a new dress, since the dress section is my first port of call on every clothing website!
I was greeted with a clean website with a clear theme and a similar set up to most clothing websites. Prior to surfing the main home page a box appeared telling me that they ship to over 100 countries worldwide, alphabetically from Albania to the (British) Virgin Islands. At the top you have the different clothing drop down sections that include tops, coats, jackets, jeans, swimwear, dresses, suits, leggings, skirts, accessories, shoes etc. as well as the 'tall' section, the 'petite' one and a 'maternity' one; very much like the high street shop. You are able to refine your search by size, colour and price, depending on what you require. Again, like with the majority of these sites, when you find a garment that takes your fancy you can zoom in and out and see more of the item. The website also gives you recommendations on what you could wear with the item of clothing you're viewing.
Once you've created an online account (simple process involving your personal and payment details) you're able to choose the size of the item you want, if it's available, and add it to your 'bag'. Just click on your bag at the top of the screen and it will let you know what you've added and the total price, thus far.
So all very typical and simple.
When I first ordered something from here, I ended up not buying a dress. Instead I ordered a small blazer and a white cardigan to go with a dress. I was happy as well that they accept PayPal! Once I received an email confirming my order after a simple checkout procedure, I waited about three days and my items arrived, well packed in a plastic bag. Dorothy Perkins do state that delivery make take longer should you be ordering from Northern Ireland or the Scottish islands. If you buy items totalling at least £75, then you're entitled to free delivery. Nominated day delivery is available at an extra pound; this includes the next day as long as you order prior to 6pm on weekdays and by 2pm on Sundays.
So I was hoping the blazer would be nice to wear over a dress when I went on my next trip to London last summer. I just wanted the cardigan because it was light and white and again was useful with my summer dresses.
When I opened the packaging I was surprised by both items. My white cardigan was cute and soft; however the back of it was cut far higher than I expected and was quite short. That said, in the summer it was not a problem and actually quite appropriate. It is not a winter cardigan though; it is just too thin, albeit pretty. The blazer was so different to what I expected, however. It was shiny and looked like something from a 1970s disco. It wasn't warm and felt and looked like scaly snakeskin. I'm sure that the photo gave the impression it was a smart daytime blazer and it just felt rough and the sleeves were too short; which says a lot since I'm petite. Nice to wear on a night out maybe with a dress as it is different and bright, but not something that I wear a lot in the day.
There was something about both items though that didn't feel as well made as what you'd find in the shop itself. I like lots of the clothes in the shop so was expecting similar quality clothes from the site but it wasn't to be in my case. I just could not envisage these clothes, particularly the blazer, hanging up in any UK Dorothy Perkins store.
Not a slight against the shop itself though as I really like Dorothy Perkins and the order process and delivery was absolutely fine from start to finish, so no problem with the website itself; I was just a little disappointed in the clothing quality in comparison to what I have bought on the high street, and I've bought a lot over the years from here.
HalloI visited my local DP shop last week and was interested in a 'stone oversize pleat blouse' in the Purple range for £15.00. They did not have my size and staff recommended I went online to buy one. I did but was shocked to discover it was on sale (same product) for £24.00! I contacted DP online by email and they said they could not guarantee the shop 'special offer' prices would equate with online prices. But, I said, it was not on 'special offer' or any other cut price deal in the shop.This is not a small difference it is £9.00...plus delivery charges.I returned to the shop to check it out again and sure enough the ticket said £15.00 (no special offer mentioned).Wow! Blatant rip off methinks...I recommend customers check shop prices before buying online and question any differences.
Dorothy Perkins online (and in store) have a great variety of good quality clothes, at reasonable prices.
The website is easy to navigate and they will always advertise their discounts on the home page of their site - meaning that you will rarely miss out on the discount (however I do find if you trawl the internet you can often find more codes!!). Free delivery over £40 with a specific code which seems to have been running for a long time, and free delivery without a code on orders over £75.
One thing that I dislike about DP online is that the postage is so expensive - £4, regardless of how many products you order. There is no option (unlike other fashion websites) for a cheaper/less fast delivery option which I think would be greatly appreciated by all shoppers, and I find that the £4 is more expensive than most websites, in fact I don't think I have seen a higher delivery charge, and I am often put off from purchasing from their website due to this factor. Which is a shame as I cannot get out to their shop due to health reasons so I often find myself going to their website and looking at jumpers and wishing I could order them!!!
Online there are regular discount codes available and a year-round student/nhs staff discount, however unless you order a large amount of stuff I find that this is outweighed by the high delivery price.
Over all, a good site with good clothes, delivery charges could be improved.
In a couple of weeks I am off on my holidays, which is quite a perfect time to be going because we are between seasons and this means I can get some summer dress bargains. I am signed up to the Dorothy Perkins email, and although I am not usually a fan of shopping for clothes online (I find sending things back a hassle, it doesn't always look like what you thought it would, I'm not one standard size, can't see the quality etc.), when they sent me the online only sale I thought I would just take a look in case there had been anything I had seen in store on sale. I have used the site many times before, mainly to see what is available for when I go into the shop or for inspiration, but I had never previously bought anything.
The site is quite simplistic in black and white and very easy to navigate. The navigation bar offers a series of options that when you hover over them produce a more detailed list of which pages you can view. This makes it very easy to find immediately what you are looking for because the clothes are all sectioned into type. The only issue I found with this was that trousers and shorts were put into the same category. This was a bit annoying because I only wanted shorts for my holiday but instead had to trawl through pages of trousers (only for sale pages).
When you click on a page it also allows you to filter through the type of clothing you have selected. So for example in "Shirts & Blouses" you can filter the products down to "Smart Shirts", "Casual Shirts", "Blouses", "2 £14 Shirts For £25" and "Sale - Final Reductions". Of course there is the option to view all the products as well.
The only problem came with the sales items. The filters weren't so great. You could filter by type of item or by size. Neither of these really suited me as when I clicked on item (i.e. dresses) it had no size filter so I was constantly disappointed by seeing these lovely dresses at even better prices and clicking on them only to find they only have size 8 or size 16. This also made the site more time consuming to use. I also couldn't filter out the type of dress but that didn't bother me too much.
The site also offers you a blog and a Looks and Features section, which offers inspiration and recommended pieces for the latest trends. My only criticism is that they don't get updated very often except seemingly at the beginning of a new season.
In the end my online shopping trip was quite successful. I managed to get 4 dresses, one playsuit and a pair of sunglasses for £75 with free delivery (orders over £75 only). I was very impressed with the sale prices and 4 of the dresses were from the brand range. I even got a branded strapless, floral, tulip dress for £10! It was worth all the trawling through!
The delivery arrived within two days. I did have a little concern because I placed the order in the morning and had an email in the afternoon saying it had been dispatched. However I waited a further couple of days before it arrived (I ordered on a Monday so no weekend days). However when it did arrive I was very impressed with the dresses but found the play suit to be of quite poor quality. However as I only paid £15 and can't be bothered to send it back I will use it as a lounging item of my wardrobe.
Overall my shopping experience was good and very fruitful but I think they could sort out some size filters on the sale items because it would take much less time and half way through I felt like giving up. If I wasn't so desperate for holiday clothing I would have and they would have lost a sale. I would use the online shopping option again but probably only during sale times.
Dorothy Perkins just so happens to be one of my favourite high street shops, but as my local is quite small, they sometimes don't have the full range of clothes that other stores have. This is where their online site comes in handy.
The site is very well laid out and is easy to navigate. On the homepage there is a list of different types of clothing, eg tops, skirts, trousers etc. Simply click on the item you're looking for and you will be taken to another page where you can narrow the search options further. I find this very handy as opposed to searching by size as I HATE searching through pages and pages of clothing to get to what I'm looking for.
Alongside their normal clothing range they also do ranges for people over 5ft8" imaginatively called the tall range, a petite range for people under 5ft3" and a maternity range. As a taller person I love their tall range. The jeans and trousers are long enough and usually have a leg length of 33". The tops have that extra few inches that I need to make sure I'm not flashing any tummy, especially now I'm developing a bit of a baby bump! I haven't tried the maternity range yet, but when needed I will definitely be buying my clothes from Dorothy Perkins. Clothes are available in sizes 6 - 22 so there's something for most people.
I have always found the quality of the clothes to be very good. I have jeans in my wardrobe that I've had for years and they are still in perfectly good condition. The only problem I've had in years of buying their clothes is a couple of tops that have become shapeless after a few washes, which I think is pretty good going.
While the clothes aren't on the cutting edge of fashion, they do keep up to date with trends and the clothes aren't unfashionable. They cater for women of all ages and have younger styles and more classic pieces.
The returns policy is very good too. If you change your mind within 14 days of purchase you may either return by post via a freepost label, or if more convenient you can return to any Dorothy Perkins store. I've never had any problems returning items this way and I thing free returns are a great idea as it means I can try things on in the comfort of my own home and if they don't fit, it doesn't cost me anything.
The pricing seems to be pretty average compared to similar high street stores such as Next and in my opinion the quality is better. They do have events on fairly regularly which offer discounts or free delivery. Normal delivery costs £4 and takes 2 - 4 days or you can choose a day for delivery at a cost of £5 or £7.50 for Saturdays. I always go for the cheapest option and normally get my order within 2 - 3 days.
Dorothy Perkins just happens to be my favourite clothes shop online. For me it seems pointless for me to even wondering into the shop on the high street because there is more variety online. Also its extra important to me as I'm short in height and need the petite range very badly. I think over a couple of years now I tend to buy more clothes online than I do in the actual shops, mainly because I know the standard size clothes are gona swamp me or because of the lack of petite sizes and choice in the shops.
Dorothy Perkins for me has always been reliable for clothes, I can be assured that the clothes wont fall apart and will fit me properly. I have purchased clothes from other retailers online but have rarely been happy with what I'v ordered, some being over priced and cheaply made just to fall apart. Dorothy Perkins is quality clothing.
Dorothy Perkins has a maternty and tall range as well as a petite one. Sometimes I like some of the clothing in the standard range but know it wont fit me so well, I wish they would have a petite version of some of the clothes instead of something completely different in the range.
The website is easy to use with a full menu at the side. I like how it includes a "New in" section so you can just simply view the new stuff they have in without having to look through the entire site. They also have a section for the latest looks and trends and how to put the look together. Pages are quick and easy to load up and search through without any difficulty.
I like how they have added paypal as a payment option along with credit/debit cards as it means I can just log into paypal and not fiddle around with my debit card details. Sometimes I find the items abit pricey and really don't wana pay that much, but the best thing about Dorothy Perkins is the discounts they offer from time to time either through email providing a discount code or a discount promotion on the website. Sometimes the discount is not much as you still have to pay for delivery, so basically the discount covers the delivery cost. Delivery is usually in a few days or you could get it quicker by paying an extra pound on top of the delivery charge. They also have free delivery if you spend over a certain amount usually round the £75 mark. You can track your parcel online, they will inform you of when it is dispatched along with tracking information.
Overall a good website to purchase clothes and accessories.
The Dorothy perkins website is very similar in appearance to many other online clothes sites.
The site is very easy to navigate making it easy to find what you are looking for. From the homepage, you may click on any link from the menu to the left of the page and browse departments such as new inn, which are clothes and other accessories that have just arrived, brands and clothing sub-categories such as trousers, skirts, dresses knitwear etc.
They also stock a decent range of footwear and I have found many pairs of shoes that I just had to have. I find the shoes are of good quality and the prices are very reasonable, obviously not the cheapest around, but certainly more affordable than many other retailers.
The range of jewellery is pretty good also which makes it easy to find something to compliment almost any outfit. There is also a decent choice of bags and purses, other accessories like belts and swimwear when it is in season.
I find the quality at Dorothy Perkins to be of a good, acceptable standard but sometimes I find that the clothing is a little too old fashioned and the "cut" isn't always great. There is also a maternity range for mums to be and a petite range which is designed for women who are 5ft3 and under, it's certainly great for me as being 4ft 11 can make it very difficult to find something that fits.
The website is pleasant to use and loads quickly, and as well as allowing you to view the different categories with ease, it also gives you access to the latest looks and trends, great if you find it difficult to decide on something to wear or have trouble putting outfits together.
Delivery is free on orders over £75.00 and will cost £4.00 for standard delivery and just a poind more for next day delivery which is very handy if you are in a rush to get your hands on something for an occasion that is coming up.
If you are unsatisfied with your order, the website allows you to download an returns label and also givs the option of returning it to the store.
Not a bad website at all.
This is a great online shop that caters for all your clothing needs, giving you great variety and choice.
Dorothyperkins.com is for women and have great online tips and advice for shoppers, there is always a sale on helping you get more for your money.
It can be difficult trying to shop in the high street or mall when busy, especially if you have children, online shopping makes it so much easier. For a start its cheaper, as you do not have to pay parking or bus travel, you can always rely on the sale online and in most cases get free delivery. Its easier because you do not have to spend hours looking for shops and clothing with your children moaning because their feet hurt. The payment methods are simple and I find it much better value for money.
Dorothy Perkins clothing is fantastic in terms of its quality, they ensure that all the needs of their customers are met and provide excellent customer service, in store and online.
Delivery - All items come nicely packaged and in the time stated.
You get free delivery when you spend over £40.00 anyways, standard delivery is £4.00, 2-4 working days, Nominated day delivery is £5.00, next working day if ordered before 2pm. Although if you type in your search engine "dorothyperkins discount codes" you will most likely get money off codes or free delivery codes.
Refunds - I have never had to get a refund from Dorothy Perkins although I did once exchange one of the items bought online in their shop, without any problems.
Dorothy Perkins are happy to give refunds up to 14 days after purchase as long as you have your receipt and the items are in a sellable condition (unless of course the item is faulty). You can also exchange items, you can do this at any Dorothy Perkins store.
I have always liked Dorothy Perkins but thought it was a bit expensive (even more so nowadays), all that has changed since discovering dorothyperkins.co.uk!
They have great sales and offers on which are not always carried through to the store. And even when the store does have offers and sales, it is mainly on things that you do not want or are not in your size, online there is so much more choice and so many more sizes so you are much more likely to find something you love.
Another great point is that if you are a student you get a 10% discount - even on sales items! Almost every other shop that gives a student discount only gives it on full price stock so that's an extra bonus and can make for some great savings and even bigger bargains!
Postage prices are also very reasonable - as long as you don't want to return the items. I was desperately looking for a pair of shoes last week and needed them sent via next day delivery. Most stores I looked in were charging at least £8 for this, while DP charged £5 (or £4 for standard delivery). The only problem with DP's is that they don't refund postage costs, unlike most other online stores. So if you are not completely sure that you like it or don't know if it will fit, then don't bother as you will end up paying up to a fiver just to try it on!
They send you the item with an invoice and sticky labels in case you need to return it.
You can also return instore if it is easier.... trust me, it is not!
I bought a pair of shoes that had a few marks on them so I took them to my local store to return. When I got to the counter they said that I should take them upstairs to the shoe department. The woman at the shoe department told me to take them downstairs. When I told her that I'd just been down there she said 'well I don't know why they sent you up here, we can't do it as they're not our shoes' - what?
Apparently the shoe departments in DP shops are not run by DP!
So off I trotted back downstairs.
One woman hadn't a clue what to do so sent me to another.
The second woman took loads of details and logged everything into the system then asked me for the bank card I'd used to pay. I told her that I'd used Paypal and she said 'well, can I have the card then?'.
I spent around 5 minutes trying to explain what Paypal was and that it doesn't use bank cards. I don't think she really understood what I was saying.
She then said that she could sent the money to another card, I said ok and she gave me the total.... Minus postage. Oh, FFS! I gave up after another long winded discussion and decided to post the bloody things back instead!
The moral of the story....
online = good
instore = not so good
I would highly recommend DP online, if you like DP anyway then you will love the cheaper clothes, better and easier service and free returns.
I recently had a good experience with the Dorothy Perkins online website and so thought that I would share this with you.
Dorothy Perkins as you probably know is a high street store that sells womens clothing and accessories. The store also has its own website, which is what I am going to be reviewing today.
Dorothy Perkins is part of the Arcadia group and so you may notice if you have shopped at other stores under the group, the website is very similar to these. On the home page on the left side is a lift options that you can look at. These are different types of clothes such as dresses, tops etc. There are also sections for tall, maternity and petite. Also there are sections for accessories and swimwear etc. I like the way that these options are all on the home page as often I am just looking for a dress or a top and I can go straight to this section without having to sift through lots of pages of other clothes that you are not interested in.
If there is a sale on this is also listed on the left hand side of the home page and usually highlighted in a different colour so you will notice it on the page as soon as you go on. I usually like looking at this section as I am always after a bargain and so the fact that it is highlighted is great at getting my attention. This is usually also highted by having a large banner on the front page so they are good at avertising their sale stock. They are usually a couple of things that you can look at also highlighted through pictures on the home page. These are things like items that have featured in magazines. I think that the pictures will attract you to items and so you will be more likely to have a look.
As a whole the home page is attractive and colourful with the pictures that are used. It is not too crowded, the menu is kept nicely to the side. I also find it easy to find from the front page what I am looking for, without having to look too hard.
Once you have selected the section that you want to look at you can click through straight to the page. This then will be likely to give you a number of options again like for example on the dresses page: going out dresses, day dresses, jersey dresses and summer sale. I like this as it means that if you are looking for a dress to wear out you don't have to sift through a bunch of summer day dresses. Again you just need to select the type of dress you want to look at or you can select all if you are more interested in a general browse. A number of pages of pictures of clothes will then come up. The pictures that are used are very clear and bright and make the clothing look very attractive. They are not normally on actual models though so it is not always possible to see what the item would look like on. They put a lot of pictures on one page so you can instantly look through and see if there are any items of interest for you. The only other information on this page with the pictures is the price. This is probably the main things you are looking for when you begin shopping. You want to know what the item looks like and if it is in your budget, you can then worry about the details in a minute.
Once you have found an item you like the look of you can click on this to go to a page with a bigger picture and also more information. It also shows a picture of what the item will look like on , on some items. This is useful as one of the problems with buying online is that you don't get to try the item on and so can't tell what it will look like. This page also tells you the material the item is made from and the delivery options that were available. The sizes are listed that are avilable. All you need to do to purchase is select your size, which then gets put into your basket.
The whole shopping process on the website is very easy and I think it would be hard for someone to get confused while shopping on the website. Once you have chosen an item you can still look around for other items to add to your basket.
The delivery options on the website are not too expensive. I was lucky enough to get a code to get free delivery on my shopping. You can also get free delivery if you spend over 75 pounds. One good offer they are doing is that you can return items for free by post or in store. This means that you do not have to worry too much about items not fitting etc. Normal delivery costs £4 an order or you can get express delivery next day for £5 an order. I think this is quite reasonable and it probably is worth paying the extra pound if you want you shopping quick.
The site seem to do a lot of offers. For example when I am writing this review they are offering 10% off for people who sign up for their newsletter. This would be worth doing if you are planning on buying something. They also do a lot of offers on their clothing such as two tops for 12 pounds. These are great for basic items like vest tops that you usually buy a few of. I managed to get a great offer on my last shop which was buy one get one free on two ssale items. They had already been reduced quite a bit and I then got one free, I thought this was a great bargain and it has definitely encouraged me to use the site again.
Overall dorothyperkins.co.uk is an easy and attractive site to use. It makes your shopping experience enjoyable and has some good offers.
Dorothy perkins offers a lot of variety and gives women who are tall, slim, pregnant, petite a good range of clothing to choose for. Their clothes are also relativley well priced while still being at a good quality. Their clothing features most of the newest fashions while still being able for people to be independant and make a statement. Their online website does have a postal fee but they also have a system where you can type in voucher codes etc so you can still use vouchers you would usually use in the store. Their website is very easy to use and even people who are not great with computers will find it super easy! They have lots of variety in terms of types of clothing etc because if you were to go into dresses you have a selection of night, day, one shouldered, tunics etc and it catogerizes so it can enable you to narow down your choices. It is well worth a look!
I used to love this website but im going off it now.
DP's are basically nicely made clothes are resonable prices. The website is nicley lade out and in separate catogories (e.g shoes, tshirts, knitware ect.) and is usually updated every thursday and friday with new clothes.
DP has started selling new brands through there website as well as the shops. The clothes look very nice and you can roate and voom. However they dont give you a good idea of the size of the clothes. DP's sell theres in normal sizes (10,12 ect.) The new brands however are S, M, L ect. and gives no clue what there version of a small, or a medium ect is.
The site size wise is not updated as well as it once was. In the clerance/sale part you can separate the clothes in the size. But most of these are usually sold out.
The delivery is also not very good. when i pay for next day. i want next day. not 3 days down the line!!!!!!.
However the bargins are v. good, The clothes are well made and bar the above it is a good site....just not the best.
Dorothy Perkins is one of the best known high street stores. Stocking clothes in sizes 6-22, for tall women, petite or even pregnant women. There's something for everyone, no matter what size you are. Great quality clothes at affordable prices. However, Dorothy Perkins isn't just on the high street anymore, it's also on the world wide web.
- The Website -
Bold, bright and easy to navigate, the website is sleek and simple. All of the various parts of the website according to what your shopping for, are laid out down the left hand side of the pages throughout the website. On the home page it also has little shortcuts at the bottom of the page, including careers, returns, gift card, terms & conditions, a site map and all the delivery information you need before purchasing online.
Each section of the website is bold and bright, with pictures for every product. You can enlarge images or zoom in and out to view something a little closer. To the right of the product you want to buy is all of the products information, the sizes, and price etc. It's all laid out perfectly so it makes your buying experience a little stress free and easy to do.
If you're not quite sure where to look for something, there's a big search bar at the top of the page where you can enter a product code or just the name of the product. It also shows just below it the items in your 'bag' (basket), a link to your account which you can use once you've registered and bought with them before. There's also a help section of the website which has everything you need to know if there's any problems.
- What Do They Sell? -
Dorothy Perkins has been a popular women's store for years now, and I love the place for it's jeans! I find jeans shopping a pain in the backside to be honest. Most women will probably agree that every shop has a different size for your body size. I'm a curvy size 16, but can't for the life of me get into size 16 jeans in stores like Primark, and River Island. But when it comes to Dorothy Perkins and some other stores, I perfectly fit into a nice pair of size 16 jeans and other clothes for that matter.
Dorothy Perkins has everything that's in at the moment, and what's new for the upcoming season. From tops to jeans, leggings to coats. There's a separate section on the website for everything including the tall, petite and maternity clothes. Shoes and boots, bags and then onto accessories, jewellery lingerie and swimwear. The site has it all!
There are always offers on, like 2 tops for £12 etc, it's best to have a look around the site to get a good look at all the bargains. There's so much online, I find it much easier than looking around a store. Besides, the Dorothy Perkins store in Crewe really isn't that big, so I find that there's always 10x as much stuff online than in my shop. Plus, the bonus is if you see something you like in the Dorothy Perkins store, but it isn't in your size, jot down the product code and head onto the website and type it in the search bar, that way you can shop for it online and chances are that your size will be in stock on the website.
The clothes are all of good quality, especially the jeans. From skinny leg, to straight leg, flares to boot cut. There's lots of jeans to choose from. Even the tops, coats and lingerie are all of fantastic quality. The prices are reasonable, maybe a little steep on some special items, but it's totally worth it for the quality of the clothing you're getting.
- What's It Like To Buy Online? -
I've bought off the website 4/5 times now, mainly because like I just said, when I've gone into my local store and seen something I like and they haven't got it in my size, I'll head onto the website with my product number in hand and found that my size is in stock online. I found what I was looking for simple and fast.
It costs £4 for delivery but it's worth it in my opinion. They email you when you've placed your order, and it's being dispatched. It took 2/3 days for my orders to arrive. On the website it states that they will try and get to you within 2-4 days. Express delivery is an extra £1 and guarantee's next day delivery if you order before midday. If you're in a real hurry for something I'd recommend doing this, but I've never been in a rush for something I've bought so just stuck with the bog standard delivery.
I can't comment on what the returns policy is like online as I've never had to send something back, but I've never had any problems in the stores so I'm assuming its as easy to return things online as it is back to the stores.
- Why I'd recommend It -
I'd recommend anyone to go have a look at the Dorothy Perkins website, there's so much on there, probably a lot more than in your local store. There's also lots of sale items too.
It's easy to navigate around the site, and even easier to place an order. It's a simple process that takes only a couple of minutes. Register with your email address and all of your details and they will keep them on file for when you next want to make an order off the website. Making your next online purchase even faster and easier.
There's so much to see and choose from, everything is laid out for it to be a stress free shopping experience. I've never had a problem with any of my orders, and I don't mind paying the £4 for postage. I'd recommend if your wanting something quickly for a night out then you should pay the £5 for next day delivery, but do make sure to order before midday.
I'd recommend you use the site if you can't find something in your size in store, like I've said. Jot down the product code and use it on the website to quickly find what you couldn't in your size in the store.
A simple, quick and easy way to order clothes online.
Thanks for reading and happy shopping! :)
Dorothy Perkins is quite a firm favourite of mine when it comes to both high street and online shopping partly because of their prices and partly because of their sizing.
The website is well laid out and everything is sectioned well such as tops, jeans, trousers etc and this makes everything very easy to find. However, if you are looking for something specific then you can just use the search bar provided to search by product code or item description. The site is updated regularly with the latest lines and there are also sale items and last chance purchases available online so you can often find a fair few bargains here.
The clothes are of very good quality and I always find the sizes to fit me perfectly (unlike some other high street stores/high street online websites) and there is always a lot of choice. There are regular offers on the clothing and I can always purchase some great work related staples here such as vest tops, smart trousers etc and the prices are very reasonable when compared to similar products from other high street retailers.
Delivery is free if over £75.00 and is a very reasonable £4.00 for standard 2-4 day delivery to Mainland UK, £4.00 for 3-5 day for Northern Ireland & £4.00 for 5-7 day delivery to Highlands & Islands. Delivery is not available to the Channel Islands at present. You can also have next day delivery for £5.00 to Mainland UK (if ordered before 12pm), £5.00 in two working days to Northern Ireland & £5.00 in five working days to Highlands & Islands. If you spend over £75.00 then you will receive free standard delivery. If ordered on a bank holiday please allow one additional working day for all deliveries. I have always found the delivery to be either on time or early and have had no issues with goods not turning up or arriving late.
A Dorothy Perkins card can be applied for online (subject to credit terms) and there are some additional rewards such as £5.00 free on first order, 20% on second order and a free £7.00 Jersey top on 3rd order (offers may be subject to minimum order). I have never applied for this card so I cannot personally comment on the service.
There are a number of ways to contact customer service such as by phone & e-mail and I have contacted them by phone before and the phone was answered promptly by a real person who dealt with my minute query very promptly and pleasantly and did not make me feel stupid when I realised that there was an obvious answer to my question!
The returns policy states that items can be returned within 14 days providing that they are in a saleable condition and the refund will be processed as per your original payment method so payment will be refunded back to your bank card or gift card etc depending on how you paid for the original order.
Overall I am a very satisfied customer of the website and would highly recommend it. I am always pleased with the quality of the clothes and the delivery service. I am rating this website 5/5 as I love to use it time and time again.


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Timeline base was stolen whole cloth from Here.
General Events: Canon Timeline
Ako Specific Events: Canon Timeline
All Events: Milli-canon
Updates to come as I play and re-read the books.
General Events: Canon Timeline
Ako Specific Events: Canon Timeline
All Events: Milli-canon
- 15th-16th century?
- Evangeline Athanasia Kitty (?) MacDowell born, turned to a vampire at the age of ten
- Evangeline's castle built in the "Dark Lands/Continent" (Mundus Magicus? Africa?). The entire area is later moved into a Resort bottle.
- Founding of Mahora Academy and Library Island.
- Evangeline visits Japan for the first time; learns Aikido from the art's creator Morihei Ueshiba
- Aisaka Sayo murdered
- Nagi Springfield born? (see 1978)
- Nagi Springfield wins the MahoraFEST Tournament at the age of ten? ("twenty-five years before," "the same age as his son")
- Bellum Schismaticum ongoing in Mundus Magicus (starting date uncertain). Ala Rubra involved in identifying and exposing the manipulators behind the war, "Kosmoentelechia."
- Late September?: Ala Rubra rescues Asuna from captivity. Bellum Schismaticum brought to an end; Ostia destroyed. Nagi kills Kosmoentelechia's leader in an extremely short fight.
- Nagi Springfield passes through the town of Hecates in Mundus Magicus.
- Ryomen Sukuna no Kami escapes its prison and is resealed by Nagi and the Elder of the Kansai M.A.
- March 17: Zazie Rainyday born
- April 4: Kasuga Misora born
- April 21: Alleged birthdate of Kagurazaka Asuna (aka Asuna Vesperina Theotanasia Entheofushia, Royal Princess of the Dusk)
- May 10: Miyazaki Nodoka born
- May 12: Yotsuba Satsuki born
- May 15: Kakizaki Misa born
- May 26: Okochi Akira born
- June 1: Akashi Yuna born
- June 9: Shiina Sakurako born
- July 5: Yukihio Ayaka born
- July 14: Hakase Satomi born
- August 18: Saotome Haruna born
- October 21: Murakami Natsumi born
- November 12: Nagase Kaede born
- November 16: Ayase Yue born
- November 17: Tatsumiya Mana (Mana Arcana?) born
- November 21: Izumi Ako born
- December 1: Chao Lingshen born (allegedly)
- December 6: Narutaki twins born
- Nagi Springfield (known by this point as the Thousand Master) subdues the Dark Evangel, subjecting her to the Infernus Scholasticus curse
- January 10: Asakura Kazumi born
- January 17: Sakurazaki Setsuna born
- January 29: Naba Chizuru born
- February 2: Hasegawa Chisame born
- March 3: Kugimiya Madoka born
- March 7: Sasaki Makie born
- March 16: Kuu Fei born
- March 18: Konoe Konoka born
- Nov. 25: Birth of Anna Yurievna Kokolova (Anya)
- In Istanbul, Asuna teaches Takamichi the basics of kanka.
- Nagi Springfield and Fate Averruncus "defeat each other" in Istanbul. Nagi is presumed dead.
- Gateau Vandenberg is killed.
- Asuna's memory erased; Asuna, Albireo, and Takamichi move to Mahora Academy
- Takamichi spends several years practicing kanka and martial arts in Eva's Resort, prematurely aging himself. Albireo, apparently injured, becomes Librarian of the Island and has not been seen in the flesh since.
- Birth of Negi Springfield.
- Late winter/early spring (Negi is approx. five): Person or persons unknown (presumably Kosmoentelechia) summons Graf Wilhelm Josef von Herrmann and an army of lower-ranked demons to attack Nagi Springfield's hometown. All residents save Negi and Nekane are petrified (Anya is away, boarding at Meridiana). Nagi appears and destroys most of the army; Wilhelm and the slime sisters are bottled up by Grandpa Stan. Negi and Anya are permanently moved to Meridiana in Wales.
- Negi enters Meridiana Magic Academy, throws himself into study and practice.
- Late in the year?: Lingshen Chao enters Mahora Academy; first record of her existence ("two and a half years" with the class before the 2003 Festival)
- January 3: Karakuri Chachamaru assembled.
- April 1: Karakuri Chachamaru brought online.
- August: Negi graduates valedictorian from Meridiana Magic Academy; manga begins.
- February (?): Negi arrives at Mahora Academy and becomes English teacher for Mahora Girls School Class 2-A. Hilarity ensues.
- March: The boy Ako confessed her love to (Yoshida Hisoka), and was rejected by, graduates. Depression!
- March 30: Headmaster informs Negi of his "final challenge." Near sunset, Negi seals away his magic for three days to avoid temptation. Late that night, the Bakarangers +1 Expedition descends into Library Island, discovers the Book of Melchizedek, and runs afoul of a trap that sends them to the Illusionary Reading Room in the depths of the complex.
- March 31-early April 2: Bakaranger Expedition studies hard.
- April 2: Escape from Library Island. Class 2-A takes first place in the finals. Negi is hired as a regular English teacher.
- Third year of middle school begins; 2-A becomes 3-A.
- Albert Chamomile arrives at Mahora.
- Evangeline attacks Negi.
- April 20: Shopping for the class trip.
- April 21: Asuna's birthday.
- April 23: Class Trip day 1. 3-A takes bullet train to Kyoto, visits Kiyomizu Temple; multiple acts of sabotage by Chigusa Amagasaki. Night: Amagasaki attempts to kidnap Konoka, assisted by Fate Averrucus's ministra Tsukuyomi; foiled.
- April 24: 3-A in Nara; Nodoka confesses to Negi; Kazumi discovers Negi's secret and attempts to expose him, fails, is "recruited" by Chamo-kun. Night: Operation Lip Scramble; Nodoka makes a Pactio w/Negi.
- April 25: Free Activity day. Negi and Asuna make a run for the Kansai M.A. headquarters, battle Kotaro with Nodoka's assistance. Tsukuyomi attacks Setsuna and Konoka at Cinema Village. Afternoon: both groups converge at KMAHQ. Night: Chigusa assaults the estate with the aid of Kotaro, Tsukuyomi, and Fate; final battle ensues. Chigusa and Kotaro captured, others escape.
- April 26: Final day of the trip; visit to Nagi Springfield's house; rest, relaxation, embarrassing photographs. Return to Mahora.
- April 27 (Sunday, day after return): Negi asks Evangeline to take him on as a disciple. After altercations, Eva puts off her decision until next Saturday. Evening: brief love potion incident.
- April 28: Negi asks Kuu for training in kung fu. Bowling night.
- April 30, morning: Makie finds Negi practicing kata. Eva takes exception to Negi training under multiple masters, issues challenge for next Sunday.
- April 30-May 2: Intense training for both Negi and Makie
- May 3, early morning: Disciple test passed. Makie attends rhythmic gymnastics preliminary match, passes. Afternoon: Library Expedition Club discovers clue in Nagi's map of the island.
- May 4, morning: brief expedition to Library Island ends in dragon encounter.
- May 5: Evangeline's magic training begins; Negi and Asuna quarrel.
- May 8-9?: Vacation at Ayaka's island resort. (Mahora seems to have a longer Golden Week than the rest of Japan.) Team Negi-bozu begins to coalesce.
- Fate releases Wilhelm and the Slime sisters, ordering them to take Negi Springfield out of action. Kotaro Inugami, being held in the same prison facility, overhears some of this and escapes as well, aiding Team Negi-bozu in the ensuing battle.
- June 3: Negi records a letter to Nekane.
- June 5: Preparations for MahoraFEST 2003 begin. Kotaro transfers into an unspecified school in Mahora.
- June ?: 3-A decides (after much dithering and silliness) to put on a haunted house for the festival. Sayo's existence revealed over three goofy nights.
- June 14: Asuna and aged-up Negi go on a practice date. Hijinks ensue.
- June 17: Negi begins to schedule time with his students for the festival. Schedule almost immediately becomes physically impossible to fulfill.
- June 19: Mahora magic teachers recruit Negi for World Tree patrol. Negi "rescues" Chao from the ninja nun brigade, insists on taking responsibility for her. Chao gives Negi the Cassiopeia Mk. I. Nightfall: World Tree begins to glow; MahoraFEST 2003 officially begins.
- June 20: MahoraFEST Day One.
- June 21: MahoraFEST Day Two.
- June 22: MahoraFEST Day Three.
- Summer vacation (first half): training from hell in the Resort Complex
- August 9: the ninja-nun squad arrive in Mundus Magicus
- August 12: Ala Alba travel to England
- August 14: Ala Alba and accidental stowaways transported to Megalomesembria; Fate Averruncus and allied forces destroy all major worldgate complexes; Ala Alba etc. are scattered around Mundus Magicus. Yue lands in Ariadne and is immediately cursed with amnesia.
- August 15: Negi and Chachamaru rescue Chisame
- August 16: Kotaro finds Negi's group; Yue is admitted to the Mage Knight school in Ariadne
- August 19: Eva is bored; Ayaka demonstrates astonishing communication skills w/Zazie; Negi's group arrives in Hecates
- August 21: Negi's group reaches Granicus, meets Kazumi and Sayo, attempts to rescue Natsumi, Akira, and Ako from debt-slavery; Negi and Kotaro enter the Granicus prize-fights; Takamichi and Mana arrive in Megalomesembria shortly before the worldgate decays completely
- August 22: Negi and Kotaro's first tournament match; Negi announces himself as "Nagi" to the world
- August 29 : Yuuna and Makie are working as waitressses in Tempe Terra; Negi and Kotaro have won 13 consecutive victories; Jacobus Lacan arrives in Granicus
- August 30: Kagetarou attacks Negi; Negi's right arm is severed in the fight; Lacan intervenes
- September 1: Negi awakens after reconstructive surgery; letter from Asuna and Setsuna arrives; Tsukuyomi discovers A&S
- September 2: Kazumi, Chachamaru, and Sayo leave Granicus on a round-the-world search mission; Negi begins training under Lacan; Dark Magic is discussed
- September 3: Lacan demonstrates Eva's darkness magic, nearly killing himself
- September 4: Negi activates Eva's scroll; Nodoka acquires Comptina Daemonia in partnership with a party of adventurers; Kaede and Konoka, dragon hunters, meet up with Setsuna and Asuna, likewise
- September 5: The search party locates Kuu; Granicus group receives mail from search party, dragon hunters, and waitresses
- September 6: Negi awakens after two days of mental torture combat; Fate Averruncus and associates arrive at the ruins of Ostia
- September 9: Nodoka acquires Auris Lectans, leaves adventurers and heads for Ostia; Kazumi recharges Chachamaru; Yue is embarrassed; poor Chamo-kun is freezing
- September 10 (?): Yue and Colette win the Ariadne 100-km broom race
- September 14 (?): Yue and Colette depart for Ostia; Asuna's group is 40 km west of Ostia, Asuna catches sight of ruined capital
- September 29 (?): scheduled opening of the Ostia Memorial Tournament
- September 30: Team Negi-bozu battle Team Fate (?) in Ostia; Fate's real name revealed
19th century
Updates to come as I play and re-read the books.

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Since my last post, my search for a flickr alternative continued. Flickr haven't listened and I just stopped using it. Not through protest, simply because it is unusable.
Since then I discovered TroveBox, or should I say "reacquainted myself" with OpenPhoto, as TroveBox is the hosted version of the open source image hosting software. There is so much I like about TroveBox.
Beautiful, Simple User Interface
TroveBox instantly gave me back the simple interface that I miss from old flickr and within minutes I had imported all my flickr photos, with tags and albums into it.
It is Open Source
You can run OpenPhoto (the software behind TroveBox) yourself on your own server if you want to. Just get it from GitHub because it is truly Open Source.
It is like a WordPress for Photos. But at $29/year for a TroveBox pro account, why bother with the hassle of hosting it yourself?
Storage Options that Mean You Stay in Control
OpenPhoto (and TroveBox) is really just a fontend. You store your photos on one of a number of cloud storage options including Amazon S3, DropBox or TroveBox's own S3 space. You can migrate to an alternative storage location at any time.
It also means that if you want to self-host later on, it's very easy to do so.
Flickr Importer
With a Pro level account on TroveBox you can import all your flickr images in an instant. It keeps all your descriptions, tags and albums etc.
There is even a WordPress Plugin
Oh yea! Install the OpenPhoto WordPress plugin and in an instant gain access to all your photos from the Media Insert windows.
Android & iOS Apps too
Carry your photos with you, upload from anywhere with apps available for Android and iOS.
In Summary
I no longer need flickr. Flickr Pro account cancelled. Long live TroveBox!!


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I remember back to the beginning days of homeschooling I asked this question to EVERY homeschooling mom I would see. Now as I am a few years into this homeschooling gig, it is the question I see most often asked. If you go to vendor halls full of curriculum and various companies trying to get you to buy their product they will tell you how this particular curriculum is the way to go. You think, yes, and then proceed to the next booth and get convinced of the same thing.
Our children are all unique, our families are all unique. We each come to the table with specific goals and needs. I can't answer for your child or your families needs but I can do so for mine.
I will venture to guess that those of us that are asking this question did not grow up in a homeschooling family. We were in the public school system and have the public school system way of thinking when we start out. We are also overwhelmed by the choices or do not even know where to start looking. A all in one box way of doing school seems to be the best option because we are overwhelmed and want the best bang for our dollar.
Sometimes those all in one box curriculums are out of our budget or for whatever reason doesn't work for our particular child or family.
So what questions should we be asking instead of "what curriculum should I use?"
1. What are the learning styles of your children?
- kinesthetic or tactile learners – These are kids learn best when there are hands on projects and learning. They need to be involved with the lesson.
- auditory learner – These are the kids that learn best by listening.
- Visual learner – These have to see it done and learn by watching.
2. What is your learning style as the teacher of your child.
- This often influences what we buy because it appeals to us but it is not the right fit for our child. An example of this is reading all those living books and stories appeals to me as my children's mother. But my daughter is a doer. She needs to get physically involved in her learning. So this is not the best curriculum for her.
3. How much time do you want to invest in the putting together the day to day lessons.
- There are curriculums that you open up the book and do the next lesson. It even gives you what to say when teaching your child. It doesn't take much time to prepare. If you are in a season of life that you need all preparation done for you then this is the way to go. This helped me especially when I had a new baby in the house.
- Do you want to be preparing and finding those projects with your children? Do you need to be hands on. This is going to take more time commitment from you but you thrive on this and even need this in your life.
4. Goals
- What are the subjects you want to cover besides the basics (reading, math)
- Do you want to do teach each of your children their own subjects or
- do you want to combine as many subjects as possible.
- Do you want flexibility to choose between curriculums and build your own?
- What do you want to have accomplished in your school life and your family life by the end of the school year?
5. Budget
- What is your budget. You NEED a BUDGET. Otherwise you will keep picking up stuff to fill your day. And you will spend more than you need or afford to.
- Do you have room in your budget for those bigger curriculum packages? Or do you search out other ways to teach your child subjects that are free or just more affordable?
- Do you want to spend most of your dollars in one or two areas and find alternatives for other areas?
6. Ask your children what they would like to learn. I think that their answers may surprise you. I think that if we can some way to get their input they begin to feel that their opinions matter and they will be invested in their learning.
Once you have answer to these questions start doing searches on what your needs are. Ask about those curriculums that you have heard about and see if it matches your kid and your teaching style. Can these things be adjusted. There is so much out there for us to pick and choose from. Do you research and see what other people have to say about that curriculum that you think may fit your family. Also remember that the Lord cares about what we pick and I think that in prayer and discussing it with your spouse you will find what works for you.
It is always scary to push the buy button but after a deep breath you will be okay.


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Did you know using a dishwasher the right way can be more environmentally friendly than hand washing your dishes? Of course, it helps if you have an energy efficient dishwasher as well.
Approximately 80% of the power used by your dishwasher goes towards heating water.
Shopping for an eco-friendly dishwasher is much easier since the introduction of the Energy Star Rating system. All appliances now feature the power Energy Star Rating, but those using water also display the Water Efficiency Star Rating. All you need to do is shop for the dishwasher with the most stars on both options.
Unfortunately, many of the more efficient models are expensive. If you're willing to pay a higher price for the more economical features, then you'll be doing good things for the environment.
However, if your budget won't stretch that far, choose a mid-price dishwasher that has decent energy ratings.
No matter which dishwasher you choose, you still have plenty of eco-friendly dishwasher options available to help improve your energy efficiency and be kind to the environment at the same time.
Green Dishwasher Tips
Buy the Right Dishwasher Size
When you're shopping for a dishwasher, try to choose one that is the right size for the amount of dishes you accumulate. If your dishwasher is too small, you'll end up running it more often. If it's too large, you will wind up running it partially-full and wasting water.
Full Load Wash
Always make sure your dishwasher is full before you run it. You'll be making the most of the power and water you use. Your dishwasher is also designed to function better when it's full.
Wash Off-Peak
Preset your dishwasher time to start the wash cycle during off-peak times. Most electricity providers charge lower rates for power use during off-peak times. If your off-peak times are late at night, you might worry about the noise level. Fortunately, modern dishwashers are surprisingly quiet. You'll barely hear a thing.
Choose the Right Heat Setting
Your dishwasher has variable heat settings for different wash modes. On top of drawing hot water from your hot water tap, it contains a heat boost to heat that already hot water even further. Reducing the heat setting even a little can conserve energy without affecting the cleaning results.
Check Your Detergent
Read the label and packaging on your detergent and check whether it's phosphorous and petroleum free. Ideally, you should use an eco-friendly detergent that doesn't wash harmful chemicals down your drains. Look for
Air Dry
When the wash cycle on your dishwasher is complete, think about stopping the cycle and allowing your dishes to air dry. Open the door to the dishwasher and let your dishes dry overnight. This will save on electricity used to run the heating element and fan cycle and your dishes will still be dry when you need them.
Skip the Pre-Rinse
Do you still give your plates and pots a quick rinse under the tap before you put them in the dishwasher? Sure, it removes some of the food on them. This might even make it easier to keep the filter inside the dishwasher clean.
Modern dishwashers are powerful enough to wash even the most stubborn dishes properly. Just stack them in the washer and let the machine do its job.
Keep the Filter Clean
There are dishwashers out there that have a self-cleaning function. These will keep the filters free of food residue and other gunk build-up. If your machine doesn't have one of these, be sure to clean out the filter regularly. Remove any food or build up around the filter mesh. This will keep your dishwasher running optimally for longer.
These simple green tips can help to improve the energy efficiency of your dishwasher. They'll also give you a way to wash your dishes without causing so much harm to the environment.
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"It's pretty exciting to be asked back into the national team environment," said Fraser. "I'm privileged to be able to play with the girls again. A selection for the OFC World Cup qualifiers squad will be made from this camp so the competition for spots will be tough."
Fraser enjoyed a strong first-season for the Gaels, as the freshman played in all 20 matches and over 800 minutes. She attempted 26 shots, and scored her first collegiate goal against San Francisco. The strike was from 30 yards into the corner of the net, resulting in the game-winning score. Fraser also recorded an assist in her first collegiate match.
"Mary has worked hard to improve everyday," said head coach Kai Edwards. "We are excited for her to have this opportunity to represent her country. She is a player as she continues to develop and can be an impact player in the WCC and for her country."
Selection for the U20 Oceanic Qualifying and the U20 World Cup will be named after the camp.


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A HAWORTH pub has been sold to a new company as part of a major deal.
The Old Sun Hotel, in West Lane, has been sold by Greene King to Hawthorn Leisure. It is one of 275 properties across the UK to have acquired by Hawthorn, which is run by Gerry Carroll, a former managing director of Enterprise Inns.
Haworth, Cross Roads and Stanbury Parish Council chairman John Huxley, who lives near the pub, said: "I had noticed that it hadn't been open lately. I know the licensee has been working very hard to make it a success"
He said the Old Sun was particularly dependent on customers from the local area.
"There are other pubs in Haworth which keep changing hands," he said. "I saw an item on television saying that five pubs a week in Yorkshire are closing, and I wonder when the Government is going to step in to try and help.
"Beer-drinking is expensive and people are cutting back on their spending. As I've said before, the pub business is a very difficult trade to be in at the moment."
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Dave Koz and Friends
Details: Wednesday 8 p.m. Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 McMullen-Booth Road, Clearwater. $48-$85. (727) 791-7400.
Not just for Saab sedan stereos and hotel lobbies anymore (we kid, we kid), smooth jazz poster boy Dave Koz will deck Ruth Eckerd Hall with sax-powered Christmas songs. For this 13th anniversary edition of his "Smooth Jazz Christmas Tour," the 47-year-old Koz will be joined by Brian Culbertson on keys, South African singer and guitarist Jonathan Butler and Dutch sax star Candy Dulfer. Koz's Hello Tomorrow, the first album of original material in seven years, recently debuted at No. 1 on Billboard's Top Contemporary Jazz Album chart. Koz also made a musical appearance on Desperate Housewives, only to be cut short by an Eva Longoria/Vanessa Williams catfight.
n Tribute to George Harrison
Featuring the Ditchflowers and friends
Details: Saturday 8 p.m. Largo Cultural Center, 105 Central Park Drive, Largo. $19-$23. (727) 587-6793.
Yes, we know the Beatles are on iTunes now, but here's a chance to get out there and soak up the sounds of that often overshadowed member, George Harrison. The "quiet Beatle" and lead guitarist contributed classics While My Guitar Gently Weeps, Here Comes the Sun and Something to the Beatles catalog. (Frank Sinatra called the latter "the greatest love song of the last 50 years.") Many of the unused Harrisongs ended up on the excellent All Things Must Pass, which melodic pop-rock specialists and passionate local Beatles fans the Ditchflowers will perform with a little help from friends.
With Word Alive, Oceana, Marksmen
Details: Friday 6:30 p.m. Ritz Ybor, 1503 E Seventh Ave., Ybor City. $15-$17. (813) 247-2555.
Nearly 20 years after bands like Cannibal Corpse and Morbid Angel put the Tampa metal scene on the map, hometown success story Underoath keeps the loud alive — with one small variation. While those acts were satisfied writing about death and destruction, Tampa's Underoath says its larynx-annihilating mission is one from God. "We're up here for Jesus Christ," singer and merciless screamer Spencer Chamberlain announced onstage at Warped Tour '09. Chamberlain heads up this tour and new album for the first time without the band's last original member, Aaron Gillespie (who departed earlier this year). New drummer Daniel Davison, formerly of Norma Jean, will fill the seat.
Featuring Victims of Circumstance, CIO, the Hoverounds, more
Details: Friday 6 p.m. Transitions Art Gallery, 4215 E Columbus Drive, Tampa. $8. (813) 382-3477.
Year after year, local bar owners tell us that Black Friday doesn't just apply to retail stores. Around the bay, bars and bands draw big the day after Thanksgiving, too. So take a break from the fam, skip that second slice of pumpkin pie and enjoy sweet, sweet ska at Transitions. Victims of Circumstance, a group we'd consider well-seasoned after an overseas tour stint with the Voodoo Glow Skulls, will headline.
Times correspondent Carole Liparoto can be reached at firstname.lastname@example.com.


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Thursday, 28 October 2010
October Video Blog: Wales
Each of these pubs was the kind of place you want to spend an entire day in. We did also want to film in a Brain's pub. They're a pretty glaring omission from a South Walean beer blog. Unfortunately we were told we had to ask permission from head office to film in a Brain's pub. I attempted to get this permission by both phone and e-mail. Two weeks later, I'm still waiting to hear back from them. Shame.
Anyway - here goes...
Pete Brown's British Beer Blog - October from Ian Hudson Films on Vimeo.
And after doing the ingredients of beer last month, this month Mr Amor shows us around his brewhouse.
Peter Amor's Brewing Blog Ep2: The Brew House from Ian Hudson Films on Vimeo.
Hope you enjoy watching them. If yiou do, please link to them if you can - we're trying to maximise traffic so we can gain interest from other places to help get the message about British craft beer out to a broader audience.
Next month we're in London, filming a London beer week at my local, the Jolly Butchers.
6 comments:
- arn said...
Great video post, but i wouldn't worry about not hearing from Brains. I dont want to repeat my recent moan (in Pub Curmudgeons post about smooth beers) but you didn't miss much by not filming in one of their pubs. They have the heritage but not the beers.
This blogvid shows the great exciting beers happening in wales.
- 28 October 2010 at 16:00
- Joe Gerteis said...
Just to let you know ... vimeo has an easy button that should allow others to embed the videos, but when that is done I see a message that says something along the lines of "the owner has not allowed you to embed this video."
Don't know if that is something you actually control or not; it also looks as if you *can* do it if you pay $50 to become a vimeo premier member or whatever. But I thought I would pass it along.
Meantime, happy to link at least.
- 28 October 2010 at 18:57
- ealusceop said...
Thanks vor the great videos. Really eager to see the others!
- 29 October 2010 at 17:19
- ChrisM said...
That's the best brewery tour I've never been on. I'm normally more interested in eating hops or drinking the finished product! Both very good vids.
- 29 October 2010 at 22:46
Couple of cracking videos. The brewing process video is fascinating for those of us who are more occupied with what and where we drink, rather than how it's made. I'll echo Joe's post though, it's not possible to embed these videos yet
- 29 October 2010 at 22:58
- Flagon of Ale said...
Great stuff! I'm filled with envy that I don't have access to beer and pubs like that.
I really enjoyed the brewing process video as well. I hope you post the next one. Footage of the fermenting process sounds amazing.
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Step 1. Make up a frame by fitting together the mitered ends of the appropriate size stretcher bars. Make sure the frame is square by measuring the diagonals; they should be equal. If crossbars are to be used, attach them before stretching the canvas.
Step 2. Spread the canvas on a at, clean surface, with the primed or desired front side down. Position your frame, making sure the weave of the canvas runs parallel to the bars. Cut out the canvas, allowing 3 to 4 inches excess (depending on the size of bars used) for gripping and stretching.
Step 3. Fold one side of the canvas over a short side of the frame, tacking or stapling at the center of the bar.
Step 4. Switch to the opposite side, using canvas pliers to grip the canvas and pull it over the center of the bar, with the frame in an upright position, front facing you. Pull the canvas firmly until a straight crease runs from the pliers to the tacked end. Then staple or tack.
Step 5. Moving to an adjacent side, pull firmly and tack canvas to the center, creating a triangle crease with the two previously tacked sides. Then switch sides, and stretch and tack the center of the fourth side, creating a diamond crease.
Step 6. To continue fastening the canvas to the bars, most artists start at the centers and tack toward the corners. Some start at the corners, which pulls the whole canvas taut sooner, but care must be taken not to pull the frame out of alignment. Either way, the tacks or staples should be applied about 1-1/2 inches apart (closer for linen). Continue tacking or stapling for several inches on each side of the center, then rotate the frame and continue the process on an adjacent side. Depending on the size of the frame, you may rotate it several times before it is completely stretched.
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Medeama Sc are under pressure to win their first match as they travel to Berekum while New Edubiase are bent on improving their fortunes as they meet champions Asante Kotoko
Ghana League champions Kumasi Asante Kotoko will be seeking to extend their perfect start to their campaign in the third round of matches when they host their neighbours New Edubiase United.
It will be the first time they are playing a home match at the Baba Yara Stadium this season after serving a three-match home ban carried forward from last term.
The Porcupine Warriors have been in fine form after beating Aduana Stars at a neutral venue and defeating Hearts of Oak 1-0 at the Accra Sports Stadium.
But New Edubaise United are bent on denting Kotoko's perfect start as they seek to bounce back from two straight defeats which keep them at the bottom of the table.
Elsewhere, Hans Van Der Plyum will be leading Medeama Sc to his former club, Berekum Chelsea.
The Dutchman is under pressure after drawing his last two matches and also losing heavily to Kotoko in the Super Cup.
Accra Hearts of Oak after losing to Kotoko will be playing as guests to new entrants Inter Allies at the Tema Park.
Returnees Bechem United have a tough task on hand as they host one of the consistent premier league sides Ebusua Dwarfs.
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A Florida potato farm has been accused of targeting destitute Jacksonville men to serve as seasonal workers, exploiting their situations and then not paying them what they were owed, according to a lawsuit filed last week.
The class-action lawsuit says Bulls-hit Ranch and Farm in Hastings used a labor contractor who found men at local homeless shelters and hired them as migrant agricultural workers to work in potato packing.
The men, the lawsuit says, were taken to the farm in St. Johns County to work with promises of at least minimum-wage pay, housing and meals provided at a labor camp. They were then required to pay the contractor for the housing and were supplied illegal drugs they bought on credit, according to the lawsuit.
In addition to the ranch itself, the contractor, Ronald Uzzle, has been named as a defendant in the lawsuit. They have not yet responded in court documents.
A person who answered the phone at Bulls-Hit this week said Uzzle is no longer a contractor with the ranch. The person said the ranch would not comment further on the lawsuit.
Florida Legal Services and Farmworker Justice filed the lawsuit in U.S. District Court on behalf of the class, which is estimated to include at least 50 people.
"You wouldn't think that this type of thing would be happening in modern times," said Weeun Wang, director of litigation with Farmworker Justice in Washington, D.C.
According to the lawsuit, the ranch violated "labor recruiting and employing practices," as well as took part in "human trafficking activities." The incidents leading to the claims, according to court documents, occurred during the 2009 and 2010 potato harvests. Dennis Nash and Leroy Smith are the only plaintiffs named in the lawsuit.
They were paid on a weekly basis, according to the lawsuit. But instead of walking away with their total earnings, they had to pay — regardless of whether they ate camp-supplied meals — "for housing, meals and loans, and the camp's drug dealers required the workers to pay back credits claimed to be owed for drug purchases."
The lawsuit says Uzzle knew of the drug activity and made no effort to stop it.
"The collections took place under the watch of crew bosses employed by Uzzle, and workers were not permitted to leave their presence without having settled up with the claimants," the lawsuit states. "Under these circumstances, plaintiffs believed that refusal or failure to pay ... would subject them to physical harm."
According to the Farmworker Justice website, Bulls-hit Ranch and Farm was sued in 2004 when a different labor contractor conducted similar practices.
Wang said apart from recouping wages for the workers, this new lawsuit aims to put pressure on the ranch and similar ones to stop violating federal laws that prohibit the exploitation of workers.
"The objective is to put this business model off the table," he said.
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Epiactis prolifera Verrill, 1869
Common name(s): Brooding anemone, proliferating anemone, small green anemone
|Phylum Cnidaria
Class Anthozoa
Subclass Zoantharia (Hexacorallia)
Order Actiniaria
Family Actiniidae
|Epiactis prolifera in an aquarium
|(Photo by: Dave Cowles, 2004)
How to Distinguish from Similar Species: Epiactis ritteri has broad radiating white lines on the oral disk which do not reach the mouth, breeds young internally, and becomes extremely flat when contracted. E. lisbethae can be up to 8 cm diameter and the radiating dark lines on the edges of the pedal disk extend all the way up to the top of the column. Small individuals which are closed can look similar to E. fernaldi (photo), but look for tiny young of all the same size being brooded on the column (these are of several different sizes when found on E. prolifera and only seasonally).
Geographical Range: Southern Alaska to southern California
Depth Range: Mid intertidal to subtidal
Habitat: On and under rocks and on algae and eelgrass, outer rocky coasts and in bays.
Biology/Natural History: The tentacles of this species end with a terminal pore. Many individuals have tiny juvenile anemones attached near the base. Animals' sexual pattern is gynodioecious (small adults are female, larger adults are simultaneous hermaphrodites), cross-fertilize though some self-fertilization also occurs. Eggs are fertilized inside female gastrovascular cavity, then are expelled. Cilia on the mother's surface move the eggs (or larvae?) down to small pits on the edges of the pedal disk where they attach via mucus and specialized large nematocysts in the mother's tissue. Live on mother's column (digesting yolk, then catching prey) until at least 3 months old and 4 mm diameter, then crawl off. Probably feed on small crustaceans. Predators include nudibranch Aeolidia papillosa and leather star Dermasterias imbricata. Mosshead sculpins may also eat them. Animals move freely about, often pack the bottoms of tidepools, and may be covered with camouflaging debris. Flora and Fairbanks stated they tasted this species' foot fried in butter and do not recommend it even for the desperate.
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General References:
Gotshall and Laurent, 1979
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Scientific Articles:
Edmands, S. and D. C. Potts, 1997. Population genetic structure in brooding sea anemones (Epiactis spp) with contrasting reproductive modes. Marine Biology 127: 485-498.
This individual, photographed on San Juan Island, has the blue foot sometimes seen on this species. Diameter is about 3 cm.
Photo July 2006 by Dave Cowles
Small E. prolifera such as these can look similar to E. fernaldi when closed (the radiating lines on the column wall can be faint).
However, notice the tiny, light-colored young being brooded on the column wall, which would not be seen in E. fernaldi.
Identification by Lisbeth Francis, photo by Dave Cowles on San Juan Island, July 2006
|This green individual, 3 cm pedal disk diameter, is brooding young of several different sizes. They appear to me to be in more than one row although E. prolifera is supposed to brood them all in one row. Photos by Dave Cowles, July 2007
|The underside of the pedal disk of the same individual does not show any obvious red or orange stripes, as it would if it were Epiactis lisbethae.
This night shot of an Epiactis prolifera under a boulder shows the single row of brooded young.
Photo by Dave Cowles, late October 2007


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George Karl is ready to emerge as a leading candidate on the Cleveland Cavaliers' short list of top choices for the team's open general manager position.
If only he can sway owner Dan Gilbert and other front office types he belongs in the mix based on their generic description of what the franchise now most needs.
Karl also meets the Cavs' owner's mandate for the spot being filled by an established NBA vet who has ties to the region or organization stemming from the two seasons he spent as coach of the team starting in 1984.
"Being a leader, running a team and organizing a group with the common goal of winning a championship would be the ultimate challenge in my career," Karl, who last coached in the league in 2012-13 told ProBasketBall.com. "The year off has been enjoyable, but there is no question I have missed the gym, the games and being a part of a team and organization," added the man who was inexplicably fired by the Denver Nuggets one month after being named NBA Coach of the Year.
Still, and as if he needed any added confidence about his abilities, in recent years the 63-year-old Karl has watched one-time coaching rivals Phil Jackson, Pat Riley, Flip Saunders and Danny Ainge rise to the heights of presidents of different organizations. In the face of such direct comparisons, Karl's 1,131-756 record and 59.9 percent winning percentage would seem to speak volumes
Karl also wants the record to show his past battles with prostate cancer in 2005 and a scare with throat cancer five years later are no longer an issue for him as he is now completely healthy.
"Feel great and would love to expand the challenge of putting an organization together and bringing a fun committed basketball team to Cleveland," said Karl, named NBA Coach of the Year in 2013 when he led the Nuggets to a 57-win season coaching the league's then third youngest team.


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At the end of last football season, little did Coach Randy Baughman know that his Licking Valley Panthers would never again host a game on grass. In fact, it wasn't until this summer that one anonymous donor stepped up to begin a complete makeover of Baughman stadium.
"It kind of floored me at first. I mean, you always dream about turf. And it just kind of happened overnight and we're truly blessed and thankful," said Baughman.
While Licking Valley is the first team in the Mid-State League to install artificial turf, other schools such as Tri-valley and Zanesville were just a couple of several area teams to buck the trend of rubber, plastic and nylon fibers last summer.
"You get to practice on a field that is lined and game ready all of the time. Instead of us going out and lining the practice field and the lines disappear. So, it makes everything a bit more crisp and i think you can practice game situations," said Tri-Valley Head Football Coach Justin Buttermore.
Zanesville Head Football Coach Chad Grandstaff adds, "We have way less injuries than what we had with grass. So it's just real nice to come out here everyday to a nice field that's ready to go, and it just puts a little more spring in your practice."
Now, I'm sure you've heard the saying 'the proof is in the pudding,' but for most area schools, according to their success, the proof is in the turf.
"The turf I think really gives everybody a shot in the arm. And I think it does help some programs take the next step," said Buttermore.
For example, the scotties went 9-1 with an Muskingum Valley League title in their first year on turf. Zanesville has lost just three games in two years on home turf. New Lexington made a run to the state semi-finals on their new field in 2008. While in the most dramatic case, Maysville improved from 0-10 to 6-4 in their change to synthetic in 2009. A difference Coach Baughman is expecting in Hanover.
"It builds that pride you know. The kids get excited about seeing this field and i think being able to practice every night on a good solid field will help you as the season goes along," said Baughman.
The project should be finished by August 20 – one week before kickoff.


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My toddler tends to find a variety of activities engaging and entertaining. However, it's when I exercise all of her five senses that I find she enjoys the activity the most. Sight, sound, smell, touch, and best of all, taste! It's all very exciting and keeps her interested from beginning to end.
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