Author Topic: Freecycle website (Read 8111 times)

SMP1704 · « **on:** April 11, 2006, 22:06:26 »

I found out about this website thro an A4A member (sorry, can't remember who) Essentially this is a forum for people to give away the stuff they no longer want or need, rather than throwing it away.

When I joined, I gave away a couple of garden chairs but since then I have had great success in finding stuff for the lottie. To date I have gratefully received a compost bin, bunk beds (make great raised beds) and free standing metal shelves for the shed.

A bit of a result - so thanks A4A

glow777 · « **Reply #1 on:** April 11, 2006, 22:57:45 »

I joined on a recommendation from someone on here. No one wants my stuff but I've got a nice collection of wine & beer making stuff

;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

mc55 · « **Reply #2 on:** April 12, 2006, 23:28:04 »

I adore freecycle ... it never ceases to amaze me that the stuff you think is junk is just what someone else is looking for

MrsKP · « **Reply #3 on:** April 13, 2006, 07:22:45 »

i only pop onto my freecycle site everyso often and am sure i miss loads of bargains as they're too far down the pages. would it be worthwhile relisting to reach the irregular lurkers glow ?

Anne Robertson · « **Reply #4 on:** April 13, 2006, 09:37:35 »

There is a way you can get an e-mail reminder when something new is posted.

DenBee · « **Reply #5 on:** April 13, 2006, 10:00:38 »

I joined our local one yesterday, and I've had a fair few emails since. ::) Unfortunately no one's giving away anything I want yet. :D

It must be in your member settings where you choose how you wish to receive posts.

rosebud · « **Reply #6 on:** April 13, 2006, 11:40:18 »

Addy please for freecycle, Thanks.

SMP1704 · « **Reply #7 on:** April 13, 2006, 11:54:43 »

Here it is Rosebud

www.freecycle.org

then you just need to choose your area and follow the links. When you register choose to receive the digest rather than individual emails. I had over 500 emails in my inbox the first day I registered :o

ken (69) · « **Reply #8 on:** April 13, 2006, 16:33:59 »

I've not had much luck with Freecycle......when I see something either it's gorn or I get no reply.
Have given away quite a bit, and like said above probably to do with the settings.
Also am not on the computer in the evening, so sure am missing a lot.
Am registered with Norfolk and Fenland , where I visit regular.
A friend said it was my username putting people off. I mean what is wrong with archiebald arbuthnot ;D ;D ;D

Multiveg · « **Reply #9 on:** April 13, 2006, 17:16:36 »

Remember seeing this site a while back but there was no-one in my area, now there are loads ;D

plot51A · « **Reply #10 on:** April 14, 2006, 21:35:35 »

Just love freecycle - have given away quite a bit of stuff through it and met some really nice people! Trying to recycle things before was just a nightmare.
On my local group you have to be really quick if you want something thats offered tho - with over 1000 members in my local group things go quick. I usually get responses within 30 minutes for stuff I put up. You have to set your membership to receive all messages and watch closely!
Alternatively you can always put a Wanted ad. Several people have done that for lotty stuff and they seem to get what they need.

fluffygrue · « **Reply #11 on:** April 26, 2006, 10:17:45 »

I love Freecycle.. Initially, I thought, 'Woo, free junk!' but nowadays I'm loving the fact I can get rid of my own junk to happy homes.

Our Manchester group has a sort of policy to say that people should do a names-out-of-the-hat thing after a few days, to avoid everyone scrabbling to be the first to reply. Seems to work well.

Melanie

tim · « **Reply #12 on:** April 26, 2006, 10:36:48 »

They made me use a Yahoo address - which is not my e-mail address - so I don't get any replies!

This is what I put on -

supersprout · « **Reply #13 on:** April 26, 2006, 11:30:20 »

Thinks ... passata :P ... are those jars still on offer tim? :o :o

bennettsleg · « **Reply #14 on:** April 26, 2006, 12:15:38 »

great site. missed the 6x4 shed, but got a years woth of gardening mags & a years worth of which? gardening mags. fantastic! Shall be putting stuff up when I have a clear-out!

tim · « **Reply #15 on:** April 26, 2006, 12:40:34 »

Sprout - indeed - but a fair bike-ride to you??

sweet-pea · « **Reply #16 on:** April 26, 2006, 13:20:50 »

I love freecycle too. I've aquired one of those walk in greenhouses, the cover is in need of repair but otherwise will be great for my aubergines and peppers this year. Also picking up some bricks and wood tomorrow.

mc55 · « **Reply #17 on:** April 26, 2006, 17:38:34 »

I got some strawberries yesterday ;D ;D ;D

OliveOil · « **Reply #18 on:** May 08, 2006, 17:37:41 »

I Love freecyclers too. So far i havent got anything but i've given plenty away!

http://www.freecyclers.org.uk/

Columbus · « **Reply #19 on:** May 08, 2006, 18:08:22 »

Hi all,

I too joined freecycle after it was mentioned here.

So far I`m having fun decluttering and helping other people, but haven`t been able to get anything I`d like. (someone had a rotovator)

Col

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