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Best of the Weekend 28/2

Monday, February 28th, 2011

That was an absolutely fantastic weekend. It wasn’t my imagination was it? The weather was perfect and our neighbours never woke us up once. That counts as a brilliant weekend in my mind. And heading into a monumental week. I know that sounds like a terrible exageration, but it really isn’t. Tomorrow is the 1st of March which means we are, at long last, launching Snaply. Honestly, I wasn’t sure if this day was ever going to arrive. Time slowed down just to spite me for a while.

With this exciting occasion less than 24 hours away, it struck me that our best adverts of the weekend should have something to do with it all. We have three wonderful adverts chosen for you, each one chosen with the specific purpose of helping us celebrate – in a slightly odd way maybe ;)

The Music: YAMAHA PSR E413 KEYBOARD

The keyboard is making a comeback, I’m telling you now. At 4 months old, this one is a total bargain. I know that because it has oodles of buttons I don’t even know the purpose of. You should definitely look into this, that way, you’ll know all the tunes for our next party.

 

The Refreshments: Candy Floss and Popcorn Machines for Hire

Who doesn’t love candy floss and popcorn right? Exactly. They are two very awesome snacks, not just flavour wise, but fun wise. And at least one of which I plan on munching tomorrow. The best part about these guys? They don’t only hire the machines out, they hire them out with operators so you don’t need to stand around for half the day trying to figure out how the machines work.

 

The Entertainment: DOG CLOTHING/GARMENTS, BEDS AND ACCESSORIES!

Wait, I know it sounds odd, but hear me out here. When you have a party with a keyboard providing the music and the refreshments being candy floss and popcorn, you can’t possibly have any average entertainment. Relax, before you try and shoot me. No dogs are involved in this idea of entertainment. I was thinking that we should take some of the accessories, perhaps the hair clips, and decorate the guys hair…and then make them sing the Mamma Mia soundtrack. Sounds like entertainment to me. At the end of the day though, whether you want accessories to torment someone or you actually want to dress your dogs up like a cow, then check this ad out, they have quite a few nifty things.

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TheClassifieds Weekend Picks #1

Monday, February 21st, 2011

Another fabulous Monday has almost come and gone and boy, did it go quickly. We’ll be flying at a lightning pace all week as we head up to the launch of Snaply next week (have you signed up yet? Find out more about our soon to be released Ecommerce platform right here), but that doesn’t mean there isn’t time to fulfill the blog duties.

This week I am kicking off a full array of new blog features starting with our Monday feature – the Best of the Weekend. This is where we’ll pick a few adverts posted over the weekend which we thought might be really useful for one reason or another.

This car may be a bit older and have a few kilometres on the clock, but it looks like it’s in great condition and depending how it drives (you’ll have to check that out yourself!), it could be an absolute steal for only R32 900.

This stunning picturesque plot in Knysna is a very tempting offer for those that can afford it. Especially if you have dreams of operating a guest house one day as this definitely has the facilities. In fact, it looks like that’s how the current owners are using it.  No reason for the wanted sale is given but you can always contact the seller to find that out!

This one is for the horse owners among you. The Lourensford Wine Estate with it’s location in the shadow of the Helderberg mountains of the Western Cape is a dream location for your horse to be housed. Not only will he/her be in beautiful surroundings, just imagine the spectacular rides you can enjoy on his/her back.

Don’t own a horse but still enjoy the joy that they can bring? Especially when attached to a carriage and you can enjoy life at a slower pace than that of our hectic daily lives? This advert really grabbed our attention this morning with the service it offers. Imagine arriving at your wedding like Cinderella? Or how about your matric dance? I’m sure if the occasion is special you could think of a way to use their service. Definitely check this one out.

And those are the weekend picks this week. Check back again next week to find a bargain or something really special!

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A Fuzzy Prophecy

Monday, November 15th, 2010

Truth be told, our “Best of” category is underused.  Hopefully, today can start changing that a little bit. This advert came through our reviews last week and immediately I knew it was a perfect new addition.

There isn’t anything about that on it’s own that is odd. It’s a passage taken from Isaiah 45:3 of the bible as it states at the top. It is a little odd that the person who posted this called it a prophecy though.

It does get a little weird when you scroll down and see the attached picture.

Yes, that does appear to be the rear end of a dog. However, if you take a closer look at the rear end (past our watermark if you can), and tilt your head a bit…and squint your eyes…you might see something that normally appears on grilled cheese sandwiches.

I’m not really sure what was the intention of this advert – especially since it was placed in the Personal’s category.

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Hump Day Humour

Wednesday, October 27th, 2010

Think of this post as a little humour to get you over the hump and into the best part of the week – the last half of it. I spend a bit of time on Twitter during the day on our ClassifiedsSA account (you should follow us) and I often see a fair number of people lamenting about the miserably silly questions they receive on a regular basis. Well, I’ve got something to make you all feel better…

It’s an oldie, but a goodie. Next time you’re feeling down about the number of seemingly silly questions you receive just remember, Compaq received enough queries about the ‘any’ key to warrant adding it to their FAQ section.

I know it made me feel better instantly :)

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Making things abundantly clear

Thursday, October 21st, 2010

We noticed this on failblog.org this morning and we thought we just had to include it. We have to give Todd credit for making such a public decleration but we’ll ask the same question failblog asks, do you think it’s a bit of a fail on his part and he didn’t have to bother making something like this so public, or do you think it’s absolutely great?

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Classifieds go DOH!

Monday, September 6th, 2010

I know a lot of you are feeling the Monday morning blues so I’ve gone hunting! Below is a list of various funny classifieds that have appeared in newspapers around the world over the years. Hopefully some of them will bring a smile to your face :)

Free one can of pork and beans with purchase of three bedroom, two bath home.

American flag, 60 stars. Pole included, $100.

Cute kitten for sale. Two cents or best offer.

Free puppies. Part German Shepherd, part dog.

Full-sized mattress. 20-year warranty. Like new. Slight urine smell.

Wanted: Used paint.

Tickle Me Elmo. New in box. Hardly tickled.

Wanted, somebody to go back in time with. This is not a joke. You’ll get paid after we get back. Must bring your own weapons. Safety not guaranteed. I have only done this once before.

Free-farm kittens, ready to eat.

Lost cat. Last seen at the Park County Rod & Gun Club shooting range.

Main Street Pizza: We deliver, or pick up.

Nordic track, $300. Hardly used. Call Chubby.

Exercise equipment: queen size mattress and box springs, $175.

Free Yorkshire terrier. Eight years old. Hateful little dog.

For sale by owner. Complete set of Encyclopedia Britannica. 45 volumes. Excellent condition. $1,000 or best offer. No longer needed. Got married last weekend. Wife knows everything.

Snow blower for sale. Only used on snowy days.

German shepherd, 85 lbs., neutered. Speaks German. Free.

Cows, calves never bred. Also one gay bull for sale.

Found—dirty white dog. Looks like a rat. Been out awhile. Better be reward.

Open house. Body shapers toning salon. Free coffee and donuts.

Free puppies. Half cocker spaniel, half sneaky neighbor’s dog.

Shakespeare’s Pizza. Free chopsticks.

Nice parachute—never opened. Used once.

Joining nudist colony. Must sell washer and dryer.

Our sofa seats the whole mob and it’s made of 100 percent Italian leather.

Hummels—largest selection ever. If it’s in stock, we have it!

A superb and inexpensive restaurant. Fine food expertly served by waitresses in appetizing forms.

Dinner Special: Turkey $2.35; Chicken or Beef $2.25; Children $2.00.

For sale—an antique desk suitable for lady with thick legs and large drawers.

Four-poster bed, 101 years old. Perfect for antique lover.

Now is your chance to have your ears pierced and get an extra pair to take home, too.

We do not tear your clothing with machinery. We do it carefully by hand.

For sale—eight puppies from a German shepherd and an Alaskan hussy.

Tired of cleaning yourself? Let me do it.

Dog for sale—eats anything and is fond of children.

If you think you’ve seen everything in Paris, visit the Pere Lachasis Cemetery. It boasts such immortals as Moliere, Jean de la Fontain, and Chopin.

Mt. Kilimanjaro, the breathtaking backdrop for the Serena Lodge. Swim in the lovely pool while you drink it all in.

The hotel has bowling alleys, tennis courts, comfortable beds, and other athletic facilities.

Toaster—a gift that every member of the family appreciates. Automatically burns toast.

Stock up and save. Limit: one.

For rent—six-room hated apartment.

Man wanted to work in dynamite factory. Must be willing to travel.

Used cars—why go elsewhere to be cheated? Come here first!

Wanted—hair-cutter. Excellent growth potential.

Wanted—man to take care of cow that does not smoke or drink.

Our experienced mom will care for your child. Fenced yard, meals and smacks included.

Our bikinis are exciting. They are simply the tops.

Illiterate? Write today for free help.

Wanted. Widower with school-age children requires person to assume general housekeeping duties. Must be capable of contributing to growth of family.

Mixing bowl set designed to please a cook with round bottom for efficient beating.

Semi-annual after-Christmas Sale.

And now, the Superstore—unequaled in size, unmatched in variety, unrivaled inconvenience.

Two female Boston terrier puppies, seven wks. old, perfect markings, 555-1234. Leave mess.

Wanted—unmarried girls to pick fresh fruit and produce at night.

Modular sofas. For rest or fore play.

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The History of the Cupcake

Thursday, September 2nd, 2010

This morning was a morning like any other morning. I arrived at work, deposited my bags at my desk, switched on my PC and moseyed on over to the kitchen to add some milk to my delicious bran flakes. All did not go to plan however as I was stopped by the sight of some delicious morsels – mini cupcakes each with a little smartie on top – all just sitting there, alone, scared…unguarded.

This happens from time to time. Our almighty overlord’s wonderful wife has sent us a few treats that she has whipped up in the kitchen. You don’t pass up the opportunity of having one either, they’re too delicious. Thing is though, while I was staring at these tempting treats, I began to wonder how someone came up with the idea of the cupcake in the first place. And so, cupcake research began.

The first thing I learnt was that the first cupcakes were created in the United States in the 19th century and since then, there popularity hasn’t seemed to have faded.

The second thing I learnt was that there seems to be two theories on where the name ‘cupcake’ came from. The first theory is that the name came naturally due unit of measurement used to measure ingredients used to make the batter. A cup of flour, cup of sugar etc. This theory does make sense because that’s how pound cake was named.

The second theory is that the name was derived from the old practice of baking the cakes in actual cups. People at the time would bake in small containers such as earthenware cups because the hearth ovens of the era would take an extraordinary long time to bake a regular cake (regular by the standards of the day, today we would probably call them massive). Due to the size of the cakes and the time they took to bake, they would often get burned and so the idea of smaller, individual cupcakes was embraced.

Personally I think both theories hold merit and are equally responsible for the name of our modern cupcake. However, it’s possible that ‘cupcake’ wasn’t the only name they ever had. It has been noted that they were probably first referred to as “number” cakes. This was due to the way people would remember the recipe for the batter: one cup of butter, two cups of sugar, three cups of flour, four eggs etc. On a side note, this particular batter formula became known as the one-two-three-four cake and many of today’s cupcakes still use similar ingredients.

Don’t think that the cupcakes of the 19th century looked anything like those we know today. The first time the familiar cupcake concept really appeared was in the early 20th century, shortly after World War I when a company, the James River Corporation, began manufacturing the first cupcake liners. These cupcake liners were only used in the home for a good few years until the first commercial cupcakes were rolled out shortly before the beginning of World War II.

Since then, bakers and homemakers have honed their art, leading us to 2010 and some of the most artistic and amazing cupcakes imaginable. They’re being used for weddings, birthdays, christenings, marketing purposes – in fact, they’ve never been more hip and popular. I’m not going to complain, I say bring on the cupcake!

If this got you hankering for some delicious treats, check out some of the adverts we have below (click on each picture to see the advert) :

Fantasy Cupcakes

Function Junction

Manna Partytime

Cake on a Stick

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The advert no one will answer

Wednesday, August 18th, 2010

So is it an oxymoron? Wishful thinking? Although if you are a healthy heroin user, that would be some really easy money to fuel your habit.

(Found via Buzzfeed)

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Why you should double check your advert

Friday, June 25th, 2010

We’ve seen quite a few unfortunate spelling errors on adverts since we started up. It’s something that happens very easily – you’re in a rush or get distracted or just plain confused. Don’t think mistakes only happen with the text though. Sometimes, people can even upload the wrong image like in this advert we came across on Item Not As Described.

At first glimpse, there doesn’t appear to be anything odd about this desk. And then you read the advert:

Free small Hamster with Cage
We got my daughter a Hamster and now he just sits in his cage lonely. Needs a home that will play with him. Hes free to a good home and family. His name is Rhino. Free with cage, ball and his bowls.
Not for snake food. Will go to APPROVED HOME ONLY.
With your email please send details on why you would like to adopt him. If you do not I will delete your email. I have to make sure for my daughters sake that he goes to a loving home.
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It’s either the oddest looking hamster cage ever or, and infinitely more likely, they made an honest mistake and uploaded the wrong picture with it.
This is exactly why you should always double check your adverts before posting. You might spot an error which could be the difference between selling your item or being stuck with it forever.
Have a great Friday everyone!

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I tawt I taw a puddy tat!

Friday, May 21st, 2010

Relationships can be a beautiful thing. They can make make you feel like you have been able to transcend concepts such as time and space. They can make you finally understand what happy tears are. They can be a life preserver thrown to you when you’re in the litter box of life.

Like everything in life though, there is the flip side of the coin.

Anyone who has been in a relationship gone bad will know the exact opposite of all those things – they become that litter box of life. When that happens, well, some people choose to seek understanding in a glass (or jug) of whiskey while others find comfort in a string of short, meaningless relationships.

And then there was JP. A man who has been burnt but still took the time to look for a new home for his cat.

Personally, I think she may be a little wild for me, but if you do feel the need to get hold of JP, you can click the picture above or click right….here.

I knew there was a reason I was a dog person.

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