Hey guys! What do you think about this box and the Items inside? I feel like the items they select are WAY overpriced for what they are. I dont know if they specifically select items from brands that have a high value but also a super big profit margin so that they can inflate the value of their boxes while also not having to spend a lot on its contents or what gong on but you CAN NOT convince me that backpack is worth anywhere near that price! What do you guys think? Love ya!
If you put a few drops of dish soap, hot water, and a few paper towels in your freshly, spaghetti stained Tupperware, put the lid on and shake it around --- the greasy stains will come out. It's a pre-wash tip that actually works 😊
It's an LLC called Retention Brands Alltrue. They're the company that just bought Birchbox as well. The company didn't exist two months before the Alltrue crap happened last year. One of Retention Brands' partners, Chris Davis, used to be the CEO of Loot Crate. And the sole employee of Retention Brands, Ryan Hibbard, was the vice president of finance and strategy at Loot Crate (a geek and fandom-inspired subscription box service) until 2018. A year later, Loot Crate went bankrupt. Another company started by Hibbard after he left Loot Crate, Bud Crate, was suspended by California’s Franchise Tax Board for not paying taxes, according to the state’s Secretary of State database.
It would be interesting if you brought back some of the cruddy boxes that we vetoed, like Macy's for example, just for a one time "Are they still bad?" video. That would be fun! This one is a stinker for sure. The cutting board was the only thing I would have kept.
It didn't register right away that you were talking about *your* store when you said you could use the metal container to pack your husband's lunch to "go to the store" and my brain instantly went "wait, how long does it take him to go shopping?!?"😳😅
100% stainless steel containers aren't popular because everyone wants to be able to reheat their food in the container so as to not dirty extra dishes.
Yeah when I saw them I thought, they can be useful if for a trip I want to pack home made desserts, or quick snacks that can be eaten cold (like balls of pizza dough with filling). But for a regular lunch I don't think everyone likes cold food
I have to tell you I love my stainless steel stuff but I will also reheat that right on my gas stove cuz it's stainless steel and it can handle it That is as long as they handles are stuck on the lid otherwise that would be a tailbreaker
If the backpack is genuinely sustainably made and the people who made it were paid ethically I dont think the price is unreasonable. That being said tho companies lie all the time about things being ethically and sustainably made and it can be very difficult to verify those claims so might be over priced
I think people are so conditioned to poor quality slave labour garments and accessories and the associated prices . I was looking at ethical socks and they're about 10e a pair. But I guarantee if people who could afford them bought them they'd treat them a lot better. Organic cotton isn't cheap and I'd rather pay 100e for a bag I'd it was ethically made
The vegan thing is the same issue I have with "vegan leather" like ok fam let's just say it's pleather and move on. It's not higher quality it's literally just polyurethane and it's cheaper and worse quality than actual leather 😤
I even saw a coat marketed as "vegan wool" once. It was polyester, not even a blend and not even recycled material, priced like it was real wool 💀 worst green-washing I have ever seen.
I blame Stella McCartney. I never heard of the term until that black "vegan leather" bag with the silver chain that everyone was obsessed with came out and it was SO pricey for being literal plastic. They still sell it and it's over $1200 now. I thought the $400/$500 was bad 13 years ago...
@@aplesauceimthebossThank you for telling me where this started. It's been pleather my whole 36 years of life, so I was so confused when it all of a sudden was being called vegan leather!
I will never trust the AllTrue band ever again, I don't care who buys them out. After loosing like $250 (or whatever the annual was), them going radio silent, finding out they went bankrupt from you, and then seeing videos of all the wasted inventory and how they didn't pay the artists/creators...nope, not gonna do it.
And it goes so much further back! When it was causebox they screwed so many people over, took money with no refund then took 3-6 months to send the box, with no communication, multiple times I hear, then rebranded as all true. Likely also so they wouldn’t have the brand tied to philanthropy and and good causes anymore and could focus on profit and screwing people over.
Maybe you should do an Open Challenge showdown. Where you take a box (whatever one randomly selected) and checking prices noted against the website & other shopping sites for price integrity.
If something is ethically sourced, the whole chain has to be paid fairly. So minimum wage or a living wage. If that backpack’s cotton, hardware, and labor is fairly paid than it might be $90.
If the cutting board are made ethically, and the artisans are paid enough, accounting for ethical gathering of materials, and transport of goods from india, that cost is not that high. TJ maxx products have such low prices, there is no way those people are being paid a livable wage.
same thing with the bag. If someone took 4 hours to make that (pattern drafting, cleaning the material, cutting out the pieces, stitching, finishing, adding the hardware) at $15/hr (minimum wage in my state) that's $60 in wages plus ~$10 for ethically sources materials leaves only $28 profit (which also covers the value of the expertise of the crafter) Whilst I totally understand the whole "this doesn't look expensive"/"I could find this for cheaper" argument, fast fashion has truly desensitized people to how expensive fair-wage work actually is
I believe that convertible bag is convertible HANDLES. From backpack to tote bag. I only assume that because I had a really cool one from JCPenny YEARS ago made out of some thick, slick sparkly deep blue color that had convertible straps that I LOVED...however, I believe my dog chewed it up and I had to throw it away. Haven't found anything similar since. You could totally tie-dye that bag and put stamps or patches on it afterwards! That would be really cute.
I am a wood and resin woodworker. Please don't put your cutting boards in the dishwasher. Just rub it down all over with a good olive oil and chestnut 🌰 oil. That will seal it. Then hand wash it in hot water and Dawn dishsoap to xlen food amd bacteria off of it. Then re oil it every three months.😊
As a woodworker myself, I have to disagree with the suggestion to use olive oil on cutting boards as it is light-sensitive and will go rancid very easily. Mineral oil is industry standard and about a tenth (or less) the price.
@@jleighwolfe Many folks have strong reactions to mineral spirits or the ingestion of mineral spirit oil. Olive and Chestnut oils have been used on hardwood boards for hundreds of years in Germany. Which is where I was a carpentry and woodworking apprentice for years before moving to the states. And yes I have a military American father and a German father. So I hold dual U.S. and German Citizenship. Perhaps you could research traditional wood treatments used by early and current Europeans. You might discover some interesting info and perhaps other ways of successful wood preservation methods. I absolutely agree about beeswax as is it a great sealant and can keep wood water resistant as well as preserved. However I have discovered many with honey or pollen sensitivities actual have a small chance at having an allergic reaction up to anaphylactic shock. Which I find too risky. Even listing that on my website with a warning ⚠️ is not always helpful to buyers. As we all know some folks just overlook warnings. Anyhow thank you for sharing your knowledge. It's much appreciated. Have a wonderful day my friend.
I am with you on the value of these items. As an annual member who was scammed out of a box when they closed down without telling a soul, I would never go back to All True(False) again!😕
Seriously, I was scammed out of a brand new year subscription and an $84 marketplace order! They should be ashamed! I also received that silverware set before they scammed us!
If the items are truly coming from a production center that pays a living wage and uses all sustainable materials and people-conscious production methods and standards, those actually are appropriate prices. The problem is, a lot of places slap together a fancy description and use words like "ethically" on things because they paid for a certification from some company that doesn't do inspections, and it still has all the same problems. It is important to truly check out what makes something certified--if their certification standard doesn't include third party, on-site audits, they're just using the terms to rake in more money. Truly ethically made things can't be sold at TJ Max prices, but given Alltrue's history, I'm not sure they're any better.
I looked into the backpack because I was mystified that it was $98. I guess it's from Laude the Label which has some dresses for like $400. It looks super pricey and greenwashed type deal (not sure if they are, just overpriced bad vibes overall.). Also I have never heard of them and I'm in that eco friendly but reasonable space...essentially if I haven't heard of eco clothing companies they're either very new or only exist within the subscription box space.
Laude the Label isn't new. They used to be Tribe Alive, but rebranded like a year or so ago, which is maybe why you aren't familiar with the name. I think their products seem a bit more plain now than before they rebranded, but if you read about them, it seems like they're legit ethical. They include info about where they source their materials, what they pay their employees, working conditions, etc on their website. Seems about as legit as an ethical brand can be. Not that I'm going to buy a $200 plain linen dress lol, but the brand ethics deserve some respect!
Girl! Tupperware stain! Dish soap, a little warm water ( about halfway full) throw a paper towel in it, put the lid on it and shake it for 45-60 seconds; it works! ♥️
For removing the tomato sauce stains from plastic food containers, fill them with warm or hot water and mix in a spoonful of OxyClean and let it soak for 15 minutes, then wash it normally.
If you want to get the tomato stain off your plastic : put a little dish liquid, paper towel, and a little hot water inside. Lid on and shake it. Paper towels are magic. If there’s not a lid, just use a paper towel like a dish cloth and with some detergent give it a good scrub. 🙂
I agree that they seem to be drastically inflating their retail values, the box just doesn't seem worth it when compared to other ones you've shown us. I wouldn't bother with it any more.
Hey, if you don't know, you can put dawn and some hot water in the plastic container then put a paper towel in the container and shack it up and the grease and stain will come out. Hope this helps.
After you wash a wood cutting board and it dries you can spray it with cooking spray to keep it from drying out ,not much just a bit and run it all over with a paper towel,or small bit of food oil of your choice
Hello Alexandria. PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE 😊 do a deep dive investigation into the birch box thingy. You really do lift our spirits. Jane in New Zealand 🇬🇧🇳🇿
Apparently if you coat the inside of a container with butter and dish soap, then put a paper towel in it and shake it around it can remove red stains! Worth a shot lol :)
It's probably not worth $98 but still Alexandria should head down to a fancy store and she be jaw drop stunned at the stuff that cost a lot for something so simple & plain
Dry brushing on the body and face is also good clean off dead skin which is why the body brush is supposed to feel a little rougher because it's meant for the body which can handle more while the face needs a softer brush because the face is more gentle...
When I get the notification I click off what I’m watching for yours, definitely want an investigative video I love when you do those. Hope everything’s going good with and your dogs
Maybe this box is getting better. I think this was a pretty good box, especially considering you couldn't choose the items. Maybe if they continue getting better you can do the yearly subscription. Also, I would totally use a cricket on the backpack
If wood gets dried out (via the dishwasher or not 🙂), rub it down with food grade mineral oil and wipe it off thoroughly. It will long extend the life of your wooden cutting boards, handles, etc.
First of all, YESSSSS GIRL for that sweat shirt!! U of K is THE best😁❤😁❤ second, I think a deep dive would be awesome! You are so good at these unboxings! You ask the relevant questions, you don't show bias, you expect honest value for your hard earned money and you let us know when you believe it's not, or if it's potential scam stuff. Third, I'm keeping you and your fur babies in my prayers!❤🙏🐕🐕❤🙏
I have a tip: after you've put spaghetti or red sauce in a Tupperware container, BEFORE you even rinse it the bowl out, take a paper towel and wipe out the sauce and you'll never have red stained Tupperware ever again!!!! Works every time and you get all the grease out!!
You can take stained plastic wear few drops of dish soap and a pater towel little bite of water shake shake shake and the tomato stain should come right out. The bag looks like something we made in grade 7 lol.
Would love to see you replicate this box from your local Dollar Tree or whatever store, as you did with the Sephora advent calendar! Also a deep dive would be cool, there's no way that any of that stuff is ethically sourced. (Possibly the stainless steel travel sets but nothing else in there is!!)
Generally, a wholesale price is about twice the cost to make a product, so on that cutting board, it probably cost about $15 in time and materials to make and then everyone else gets their cut (wholesaler, freight, customs, etc) to get to the final retail price of $60+, which is not necessarily the actual sale price. It's also why stores can discount so much and still make a little profit.
You can spray with Pam cooking spray the plastic bowls inside before putting your pasta in for storage or on the go ready for work lunch etc . To keep it from staining when reheating... this works on Tupperware items... hoping your sweet boys are doing better - things will work out for your lovely family on finding a forever home ... Blessings to one Kentucky girl from another Kentucky girl 📦 ❤ 📦 🏘 ❤ 💳 🚛 📦
Loved the video .... that said ... wanted to share a quick hack -actually if you spray bleach on plastic food storage containers, and let it set for a few minutes ... it removes both smells and stains
You can get red stains off containers if you put some hot water, soap, and a piece of paper towel inside (viva works best) and sealed it up, shake it and the stains come off easily!
Talking about the cutting board and the bag, it's not bad prices when they are sourced like this. I feel the same way when I see candles being sold by $15-$40 dollars because they are 'handmade'. I can and have made almost identical candles at home for $5-$10 dollars so it's all in how you look at things. As far as these boxes, no one is surprised at how today most of them are rip-offs, so you know what you are doing when you keep ordering them.
I took a quick run through Aliexpress, and no way is that box even worth what you paid for it! Plus you only have their word on how ethically they were made. Finally...bedazzle that cheap backpack! 😂
I purchased a hand made acacia cutting board that is at least twice as thick - it’s truly a block and significantly larger size for around $70 so they are highly inflated the value of that one.
This may be controversial, but I’m gonna share it anyway. I am a crystal person. I collect a lot of crystals and stones of different shapes and sizes. I’ve received a lot of face rollers and facial stones that I don’t use. Since most of them are made out of crystals and stones, I’ll put them in a plastic bag and gently smash them into smaller pieces with a mallet. I then put them into jars to display, add them to candles or sprinkle them around a potted plant, etc. It’s just a nice way to utilize the stones if you don’t want to use them on your face. It just seems like a waste of pretty crystals. It’s also a great way to find out if it’s actually a real stone or not because some brands say they’re real, and they’re just glass or plastic! Lol
My dog was watching you so intently because every time your dog moved, she would jump off the chair and look behind the TV lol I can't believe the prices they believe these things are worth. I would love to see a deep dive. So my darling girl Charley (mix French bulldog/boston) says hello to the pups.❤
I'm so glad you get some good stuff from your boxes. I have never had any luck with any type of subscription or mystery box. I seem to only get junk that I have absolutely no interest in or stuff that doesn't work for me at all. I enjoy living vicariously through you!
That backpack reminds me of the section in craft stores that has all the blank canvas stuff for you to stencil paint on, like that thing is worth maybe $20 😅
