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   I will never shop at that place again. I bought a purse there on an impulse (never a good idea) and wanted to return it. I somehow failed to notice the "all sales final" sign and was informed about their policy when I tried to take it back today. I explained that I hadn't realized that was the policy and said I understand if they can't give me a refund, but asked instead for a store credit.

   They said no, and offered up some lame explanation about how when someone brings in items for them to sell on consignment, they have to pay for them and therefore can't make refunds for any purchases. I told them all stores have to pay for their merchandise in advance before selling it and therefore that rationale makes no sense, and that if they gave me a store credit, it's not like my money is leaving the store.

   Still no. I told them their customer service sucks (who has a strict no-return policy these days?) and that I would never shop there again. They're totally overpriced anyway.

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   The really silly thing about it is that if they give a store credit, take back the purse, resell the purse they have double the money especially since statistically many store credits don't get used.
   I completely understand a small store not giving a refund but a store credit seems like it could only work to their advantage.

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   Their explanation makes sense to me. Slamming them online like this, for your oversight, is just rude in my opinion.

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   Good point, LIA. I might not have even ended up using the store credit.

   Well, that's your opinion, mc7. It was clearly my fault, but their policy sucks and they were assholes about it.

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   CR - I'm sorry that you had a bad experience there. I shop and consign there quite often and it has always been positive. The store has responsibility not only to itself, but also to the consigners. I think that the biggest reason for the no return policy is that they don't actually "buy" the item until it sells. Both the consigner and the store only receive money for the item once it is purchased. If an item is purchased and then returned and the store has already paid the consigner, then there is no way to recover the money. If the item never sells again, then the store is out whatever amount was paid. Many items never sell and are donated or reclaimed. Also, there is no way to track and guarantee that the item returned is actually the same item that was purchased or that it was returned back to the appropriate consigner or in the same condition in which it was purchased. Only general descriptions, item numbers, and consigner account numbers are marked on the tags which are collected at the time of sale. That information is not on the receipt and the purchaser has no official record of it.

   As a frequent consigner, I appreciate that they do make an effort to protect their clients' merchandise and interests.

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   Thanks for the explanation, schaatser. I get what you're saying, but the same rationale is true for any store - if new merchandise doesn't sell, the store is out the money. But in this case, they could still issue a store credit and avoid that. A store credit ensures the money remains in the store. In my case, they'd have the purse to sell again and therefore wouldn't be risking anything. And like LIA pointed out, store credits often don't get used. So they might actually have the opportunity to sell the purse twice.

   I suppose someone could try to return a different item or use an item and return it, but I doubt most people would try to take advantage in that way.

   From a seller's perspective, though, I can understand why you'd appreciate the policy. As a shopper, I don't.

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   CR - Fair enough, but it is still a gamble for them as a lot of items never sell. Also, if you buy several things on the same receipt which just lists "items" at different prices, how are they going to know how much you should be refunded?

   Perhaps they could just do a better job of making the policy clear at the time of purchase.

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   CR - actually, many (most?) stores don't pay upfront for the items they sell. For example, back when bookstores still existed, they would return their unsold copies to the publisher. Similarly, auto dealers don't pay for their cars until after they sell them, and pay little to no interest on the car value at least for the first few months. Usually, the more clout a store or chain has (like Walmart!), the longer they can take to pay for items (maybe 45 or 60 days after delivery) or even return unsold items at little or no cost to themselves.
   It does seem as though the store could do a better job of informing customers of the no returns policy at the time of sale.

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   True, that would make it difficult for them to know which item to refund. But they could change their system of tracking sales if they wanted to address that.

   I just think a rigid no-return-for-any-reason policy is bad customer service. If you're serving your sellers well but not your buyers, you're not looking out for all of your customers. Everyone has bought something at some point in his/her life that didn't work out for some reason or another. Most of the time you're not stuck with it.

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    I always have positive experiences there, and very good buys also. Their policies are certainly quite understandable for many of the reasons already cited. I hope you reconsider your point of view and can enjoy shopping there.

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    It is good to hear that some people report good experiences at Classic Consignment. I never have, and finally stopped going in there. It has been years since I shopped there -- possibly even the ownership has changed in that time! But a couple bad staff encounters 10 years ago left a bad taste. All the more reason for stores to try extra hard to provide a positive experience. I used to shop at Classic for clothing, kids clothing (when they used to carry it; I think Me'n'Moms spun off from there), and even some large furniture including our couch. But after feeling like I got the snooty treatment several times running as both a shopper and a consigner, I asked to take my 3yo to the bathroom. Not only did they say "no" which I can't understand -- who wants a potty-training toddler to have an accident in their store? -- but they did so in what I felt was a needlessly unfriendly fashion. So now I just go elsewhere. There are many stores.

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    The thing that redirected my initial thoughts on it is the bit about some things never selling. Actually, that never occurred to me but of course.
    Maybe they just need to be able to explain it better -give their staff a seminar shaaster! :)

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    I have has only good experiences at Classic Consignment, as both a seller and a buyer. It's not some online shop where you can't see exactly what you're buying. The signs saying that all purchases are final are very visible and clear. I don't think it's fair to blame them or ask them to make exceptions to a clearly stated policy. As a consignor, I appreciate their business practices. If you can't understand what a small business needs to do to survive, go shop at a big box store.

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    So they have a clearly stated policy that you failed to see. But somehow it's their fault that you didn't see it and you are such a special snowflake that they should make an exception for you? This is the stereotypical "this doesn't mean me" attitude that is becoming more and more prevalent these days and drives me nuts. I believe I will now actually try this store out, thanks!

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    So you can't just accept that I didn't have a good experience, without making a snarky comment? I think I have a clue about how a small business might run, since I actually own one.

    Don't tell me to go shop at a big box store. How about you go stick your holier than thou attitude up your arse?

    I asked them to please make an exception and give me a store credit, since I understood they wouldn't give a refund. I don't think that's unreasonable. And i will no longer shop there. I don't know what you few posters are getting all bent about. Do you work there?

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    My experience working customer service is you have an endless run of people asking to be the exception because they didn't see a sign, or read their form, or just feel privileged. My sympathy goes to the people having to contend with that. The business posted their policy. You missed it. Admit your goof, respect their clearly stated policy and move on.

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    I acknowledged it was my fault. I still don't think it was unreasonable to ask for a store credit. I still don't think it's a good policy. I'm still not going to shop there again.

    But my, my, aren't you all just a wee bit judgmental?

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    I have bought several furniture items there over the years at reasonable prices. They are always friendly and welcome my dog to come in and visit too. I have even seen Silver in there! They have been part of the community for a long time and I am sure they will continue to be despite your experience.

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    A store credit goes against a stated "all sales final" policy, and I can see where an argument could be made that it is unreasonable to ask a clerk to act in violation of store policy. It puts them in an awkward position, that's for sure (break a policy or let down a customer - your basic lose-lose scenario).

    When the store clerks acted consistent with posted policy, you posted a thread titled "Classic Consignment sucks". That seems far more judgmental than anything else here.

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    Just because you don't agree with their policy doesn't mean they suck. I am sure there are a lot of lies and abuse when it comes to returns and if a seller caved each time there was buyers remorse (esp a small business) that would be a challenge.

    Maybe you can donate it, resell it, or learn to love it. What kind of purse was it? And not all impulse buys are bad. I've purchased things on a whim and then wonder what the hell I did only to have the item become my favorite.

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    Angeline - I think that the ownership has changed within the last 10 years. The current staff and owners have always been very accomodating - they even let people use the bathroom.

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    Ok - I don't usually get into this type of thread, but I think GAM hit the nail on the head - I too find it mildly ironic that you CR, are accusing others of being judgemental on what can only be described as a very judgemental thread. I have shopped there many times and it's clearly stated that all sales are final. They are under absolutely no obligation to make an exception just because you happen to think they should. Schaaster (long time no see ma'am ;o) - gave a very cogent reasoning why that wasn't possible. Deal with it.

    And yes, the ownership changed about 5 years ago - the gentleman who owns it now is very nice and I personally have never had an issue there. I also sell used goods/antiques as a side business and I'll tell you - the profit margin is very very low - so I totally understand, in the context of a consignment store, why they choose this policy. No one says you ever have to shop there again but this thread was...well, uncalled for in my view - you made the mistake, but somehow it's their fault? Fascinating. Ok - Back to the salt mines.

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    Yeah, the current owner is a nice guy, the two store dogs are both very friendly, as are the young ladies behind the counter. I like the R Shoppe better, of course, but Classic Consignment is one of my favorite places to shop.
    As to the topic of this thread, the store policy is clearly marked. Everywhere. And the clerk behind the counter can't disobey it. And the store owner has every right to place it and enforce it. Can't you just consider it a lesson learned instead of trashing the place publicly for your mistake? As Teigyr says you can just re-gift the purse to someone who may like it more than you do.

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    I think the experience with Gordon Ramsay a few months ago rubbed off on you;) heHe

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    I don't think it's the same thing at all, CH, for me to express my gripe about an interaction I had with a business versus posters here piling on about me when they don't know me and weren't personally involved in the situation.

    But carry on. It's the Seattle way to be sanctimonious.

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    I dont think they're being sanctimonious. You are trashing a store's rep in a very public forum. That's a big deal. You judged the store harshly because you screwed up and wanted to be that "exception" that everyone wants to be when we screw up. We are all special now, aren't we? I would have asked for the same thing. However, I think I'd have called it a lesson and not had a public tantrum about it. You invited this.. so own it.

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    Not trying to invalidate your feelins or experience, Compass Rose, just trying to put in a good word for one of my favorite Ballard businesses. Fred and Ethel own the store. They bring their two dogs in to work with them every day. The work very hard and get prescious little time off. Their staff are charming and I look forward to seeing them every morning.

    OOPS! did I say that out loud? Yes, it's true. I go to Classic Consignment almost every day after coffee at Aster, another lovely, family-owned, Ballard business.

    I totally understand about impulse buying. ;-) what I do is set aside things that I have bought that aren't working out for me, and then take them in to a consignment store and get credit! Or I donate them to the Bridge Care Center to give to homeless/down on their luck folks.

    And remember, you may have caught somebody at CC on a bad day. We all have them.

    I (heart) Classic Consignment!

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    In case you missed it the first time, ST, I acknowledged that it was my screw-up. Entirely my fault. Regardless, I think it wouldn't have hurt them to give me a store credit. I wasn't asking for a refund. Instead, they lost what might have been a returning customer. That's just bad business, IMHO.

    I posted about it because I was annoyed. I totally own that. And I don't really care if anyone agrees with me.

    Okay, I'm done debating this. Have at it, people.

    Silver, thanks for the suggestion to take it to a different consignment store. I might do that.

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    I love Classic Consignment. They have very fair prices for great quality items and something for everyone.

    The owners are great as well as the staff. It's a gem in Ballard. I hope they stay here forever.

    I've also had very positive experiences selling there.

    I'm super disappointed in the person who started this thread because its just downright mean.

    I understand that you feel that you had a "bad experience" but do you personally take ownership for any of it? If memory serves, there is more than 1 sign about "no returns".

    As a business owner yourself, imagine if you hopped onto the forum and saw a thread that says "<Your Business name here> Sucks". It's just bad form to do it. Some people won't read the thread, but they'll see that.

    I think its only fair that you start a second thread with that intro line saying that your business sucks and then wingeing on in the thread about how people are calling you out.

    You bought the purse. No one made you do it.

    If you changed your mind, again, your choice.

    If they don't returns, then consign it.

    Wait you probably can't consign there now that you've done this...

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    Point taken, SHM. Of course I don't want to damage anyone's business.

    But they had an opportunity to turn a disgruntled customer into a happy one and they failed to do it.

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    I've seen Silver there, as has Aunt Salad per her post. :-)
    And it's true, even clerks and other customer service folk are human. We all have bad days, where we are more impatient than usual with stubborn customers.

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    I'm kind of glad this thread got going, because with the positive recent reviews I will try to put my bad feelings behind me and give it another shot.

    One idea for the owners: think about replacing the current "no parking in our lot" signs. They are holdovers from the old unfriendly days, and still give off an unfriendly vibe. I get it that parking is very tight and free parking almost nonexistent in that part of Ballard. But there must be a friendlier way to say the parking is for Classic Consignment only.

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    I totally agree about the parking signs. They feel a little unfriendly.

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    think about replacing the current "no parking in our lot" signs.

    I might have to check the place out to take a pic of the sign for my avatar.

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    I plan to visit them today with my dog and BUY something!

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    "Point taken, SHM. Of course I don't want to damage anyone's business." Ah but you still seem to be missing the point - you did damage their business if even one person chooses not to shop there because you had a (self-inflicted) bad experience. Are you entitled to your opinion - absolutely - was it necessary to use a derogative term in the title - nope.

    Yep, we've all had them at various places - and we will all have many more. I just think it wasn't worth a public trashing - which whether you choose to recognize it or not, you've done.

    You also choose to call the reactions sanctimonious - others see it differently. I think anyone posting a negative rant about a local business should expect to get some flack from other shoppers. It's hardly surprising.

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    so can we all hold hands now and smile, break some bread and get on.

    At the end of the day we are all only human. I get peeved off at many things.
    It's nice that we can disagree and not be total axehulls.
    maybe CR was having a lousy day too.. I have them as well.

    I am glad I live in Ballard. I think we have the best interesting mix of people.

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    I shop there and I consign there, and Frank and Ethel are lovely people. Their "stock" is NOT paid for UNTIL someone buys it...so that purse you bought was really someone else's "stock". I love the person who posted the "special snowflake" post. No returns means just that. Say, you buy my purse. I go in and use the credit to buy something else. You return my purse. So, now I have...a debit on my account? You can see how this can spiral out of control. It is NOT like Buffalo Exchange, where they buy your stuff outright.

    As far as the parking lot goes, it is for customers only, period. Parking is already tight in Ballard. I've parked there many times to go in their store, only to watch the guy parking next to me get out and stroll down to Ochos or La Isla. Fair's fair; they pay for that lot for THEIR customers. As a consigner, it is in MY best self interest that the lot is saved for people shopping at Classic Consignment. What "friendlier way" do you think that they should say "Parking for Classic Consignment Only"? I'm curious. "Park Here for Classic Consignment, but if you feel like strolling down to La Isla for a couple of hours, taking up parking for our customers, feel free"?

    I love Classic Consignment; they usually have the perfect item I am looking for. Frank and Ethel are lovely people, the two dogs in their store, Belle and Frisco are uber-freindly AND they just rescued another lovely golden retriever, Blue. (abandoned, health issues) and in my opinion they ROCK.

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    "And it's true, even clerks and other customer service folk are human. We all have bad days, where we are more impatient than usual with stubborn customers."

    Especially if they are ignorant.

    This thread proves it, and should be gone, just to spare an unfortunate liberal from further embarrassment.

    I use 'an unfortunate' as an expression of humanity, not an act of forgiveness.

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    Hopefully now people understand how consignment works and why a No Refund policy exist (or else its a huge bookkeeping logistical nightmare)

    I like Classic Consignment and venture in every other week; I too have seen Silver in there (and that makes me feel like a weird stalker although I'm not actively seeking her out but its weird because I know what she looks like and I'm mostly hiding under in online anonymity...ANYWAY...)

    What I don't like about Classic Consignment is inconsistent and sometimes illogical pricing. For instance with clothing, I've seen budget brands (ie Old Navy, Target, American Apparel, Worthington which is JCP) at near retail pricing. On the flip side, higher end brands for the same price as the Old Navy stuff. Huh? Wha?

    Overall, I would say I like Classic Consignment.
    But now love...why? Sadly there has been a couple of times I have witnessed rudeness occur. And the topper has been not once, but twice near screaming arguments between staff and a consigner over money.

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    The responses have been informative, IG, and have given me a better idea of what that policy might exist. I still don't like it and it doesn't work for me - I like to have the option to return something if I change my mind - and therefore I won't be shopping there in the future. I also think they're overpriced. If I buy stuff at a consignment store in the future, it will probably be from Buffalo Exchange, which I think has better clothes anyway.

    But Classic Consignment obviously has some loyal customers here. Good for them. Sounds like I'm not the only one who's had an issue with them, though.

    CG, you're perfectly entitled to your opinion, as am I.

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    I can't go in that place! Seriously, it triggers my dust allergy. I can't breath in there.

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    BH, I'm a little bit nicer than Gordon Ramsay. ;)

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    When is the Seattle episode due out? I really want to check it out. After reading the reactions in this thread I couldn't help but check out Yelp reviews.

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    CR, not going to get back into it as this seems to have simmered down, but just to clarify, I do not work for CC.

    And thanks for the reminder that if I want people to accept that I didn't have a good experience without making a snarky comment, perhaps the best course of action is not to make snarky comments and then tell people to stick their attitudes up their arse. I actually just went and modified some Yelp reviews based on this thread.

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    I'm not sure, BH. We were told it's expected to air sometime this spring.

    I just read some of the CC reviews on Yelp too. There were several that mentioned rude service and inconsistent or too-high pricing.

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    Te, I made no snarky, personal comment directed at you, yet you saw fit to make an ignorant, incorrect comment about me not understanding what a small business needs to do to survive.

    So yeah, stick it up your arse.

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    For what it's worth, when I have consigned items at CC Ethel has asked me if the prices she has put on things are acceptable to me. In a few cases I have asked her to price an item higher. All I'm saying is that the consigner has some influence on the price of their items. If an item seems high, it could be that the consigner has unrealistic expectations. If you think the price is too high, give it some time. As their website says, "50% OFF SALE any item priced under $100.00, after 90days/3months."

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    InterbayGirl - feel free to say hi anytime. I won't hold your stalking against you. ;-)

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    On the parking, I refreshed my memory by viewing GoogleMaps images of the store. There are 7 signs to the effect "no parking. we tow." Five of these had the Big D towing company signs underneath. There is a fine line between ensuring the customers actually have somewhere to park and making the customers feel "geez, I hope I don't get towed while I am browsing in the store."

    I think they should reduce the total number of signs, remove all but one of the Big D signs, and change the wording.

    Sign # 1 nearish to the door: "Dear Customers, please use this lot only while shopping in Classic Consignment and move your car before conducting any nearby errands. It is a very small lot! Thank you for understanding."
    Sign # 2 on the side wall near the lot entrance: "Parking Lot Reserved for Classic Consignment Customers. If you are not in the store, your car may be towed from this lot" Put the Big D sign right by this one.
    Sign #3 in the middle: "Parking Reserved for Classic Consignment. Thank You!"

    Maybe they could also paint the "Classic Consignment" logo on each parking space as an additional hint. Or a take on the logo that looks like a "CC" monogram.

    I am sure people abuse the parking privilege, and I am sure it is very frustrating to the CC owners, but these subtle cues of whether the customer feels welcomed or merely tolerated make a huge difference for retail. They should go ahead with their "we tow" policy, just tone down the screaming warnings.

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    angeline

    Do they have any homemade cardboard signs hand-scrawled from a sharpie during a fit of rage;)?

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    No, the signs look professional! The rage is all bundled up in a pleasing typeface. They kind of make me feel the rage is ready to boil over at any time.

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    "Special Snowflake" that is the funniest thing I've heard today. Thanks.

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    CR - note the word "If" in my original comment. Boy, would I love to read the reviews of customer service at your business.

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    Nice attempt at backpedaling, but your implication was clear, and here you are making another insinuation about me. Do you just go around making an ass of yourself by making incorrect assumptions about people, or do you once in a while actually bother to find out about who a person is before casting aspersions?

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    So they have a clearly stated policy that you failed to see. But somehow it's their fault that you didn't see it and you are such a special snowflake that they should make an exception for you? This is the stereotypical "this doesn't mean me" attitude that is becoming more and more prevalent these days and drives me nuts.

    h2o_girl +1

    As far as the parking lot goes, it is for customers only, period. Parking is already tight in Ballard. I've parked there many times to go in their store, only to watch the guy parking next to me get out and stroll down to Ochos or La Isla. Fair's fair; they pay for that lot for THEIR customers. As a consigner, it is in MY best self interest that the lot is saved for people shopping at Classic Consignment. What "friendlier way" do you think that they should say "Parking for Classic Consignment Only"? I'm curious. "Park Here for Classic Consignment, but if you feel like strolling down to La Isla for a couple of hours, taking up parking for our customers, feel free"?

    Jules +1

    http://notalwaysright.com

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    Maybe they should post there return policy on the parking signs since everyone remembers them..fwiw

    "If you have made a final purchase don't even consider wasting a parking spot trying to return it!!!!!?

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    I have seen cars pull in, past ALL the no parking signs and stroll by the big sign and walk on down to Ochos. I have also seen people park in their one handicapped spot sans handicapped placard/plate and stroll down the street as well.

    Bartell Drugs tickets people who park in their lot and don't shop in the store. There seems to be a massive sense of parking entitlement going around these days. I realize parking is at a premium, but we all have to deal with it.

    And to the woman who parked BETWEEN the two handicapped parking spots in Bartells the other day,(in the striped off no-parking area) making it almost impossible to get into a spot, you suck. Not only is it a HUGE parking ticket, but as a person with a leg in a cast, it was virtually impossible for me to get out of my car. Your breathtaking sense of entitlement ("I'm waiting for someone") is amazing. When it says "No Parking", that means you too, sweetpea. So buck up, buttercup, and drive around until you find a parking spot, like the rest of the lumpen proletariat. You aren't a "special snowflake." (and yes, I am going to hijack that phrase.)

    But for the All Time Parking JackAss Award in Ballard,TWICE I have seen someone pull in the first couple feet of their car/truck into a couple feet in front of La Isla ....leaving 90% of their vehicle in the street, blocking Market Street. What's up with that??? Getting your front wheels off the street doesn't count.

    And as long as we're on a parking rant, be warned: IF you park your giant SUV in a the 3 foot "space" between my driveway and the next. effectively blocking two driveways, I'll have you ticketed and towed so fast it will make your head spin. You know who you are.

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    onederfullone
    

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    Maybe they should just sell illegally parked cars as well.

    I'm expecting a t-bird, or maybe a corvair convertible, I'm not as picky as you think.

    But I'm frisky.

    I'd like to get my mitts on this particular axe, lol

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CChQUNmi7cg

    one dream leads to others in my book.

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    Nora Bell
    

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    And a BIG +1 to Jules. There is a reason for the aggressive signage at CC.

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