A Members' Posts

Free: Unscented Massage Lotion (Ballard) 12d - Master Massage brand, about 1/5 gallon remaining in gallon jug. We just aren't going through it fast enough, and it's getting a little thicker than it used to be, but doesn't smell off or rancid.

Request: Swedish Dish Cloth Cellulose Sponge (Ballard) 35d - Swedish dish cloths, cellulose sheets or sponge cloths. We'd like to give these kitchen cloths a try, and see if they can replace disposable paper towels for our household. Do you go through them slow enough to spare one or two for us to test out, or did they not work well for your lifestyle? Is there a pattern in your set that you hate to look at? We're aspiring to reduce transportation emissions & disposable textile consumption with a long-lasting, compostable replacement. Please help us give them a try! They are typically 1/16" thick when dry and ~ 1/8" thick wet. (Not the same as painter's sponge cardboard for craft cutting use, which is ~ 1/2" or thicker when wet.)

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Free: FONDANT - Unicorn blues & pinks (Ballard) 38d - 8 oz pink 8 oz red 4 oz royal blue 4 oz powder blue Exps 3/31 to 4/20 next year Pick-ups by appointment in north Ballard. If you want only one/some color(s) that's great, I'd love to make 2-4 people happy. All is fine too. They are in theory mixable so you could make lavender or purples and violets, but I haven't used this brand before. If it isn't marked promised by then, it/some hasn't been promised yet. Pickups by appointment on Saturdays 11am-1pm, alternate (less preferable) appts Sundays 4pm-5pm. Must be by appointment, at a multi-unit dwelling on a busy street where items cannot be left out. Please see all my posts and ask for specific items by name (and quantity desired, where applicable), preferably in one message, and say when you want to have your pick up appointment for NW Ballard. Many thanks for reliable pickups, and complete & clear communication. I may not have time to respond to everyone, if your email is vague or incomplete I may have to skip you.

Request: Microfine tea infuser (Ballard) Received 43d - Seeking 1-2 superfine tea infusers for brewing fine loose herbal tea. A large lip or side handle helps with tapping out over a composting bin, but not strictly necessary. Frequently walk around N. Ballard. Errands often through central Seattle, North Seattle, Shoreline, Lynnwood, Edmonds. Occasionally get to south seattle, arboretum, nw king, or eastside. Thank you!

Request: Neon Sticky Notes (Ballard) 46d - Help me give a valentine gift! Seeking multiple pads of colorful post-its or other sticky notes in assorted bright colors. 3 inches by 3 inches, or similar overall size, ideally not yet used. They can be separate decks of single color or all one big cube. Two rainbow sets would be ideal but one assorted handful is enough to get the gift idea across. These will be an organization and motivation tool for meaningful use over time (this is NOT for a prank gift, such as when an entire room is covered with stickies). Thank you!

Free: Costco Guesting (Lynnwood, Seattle or Shoreline) 46d - I can bring up to two guests to enter Costco when I visit. I'd be delighted to find a mutually convenient time once or twice a month (just once per person, or ongoing!) To meet up at Lynnwood, Shoreline or Seattle Costco, or once in a blue moon, Redmond or Kirkland. Please be a dependable person and a good communicator. Let me know in your response whether you prefer Lynnwood, Shoreline or Seattle location, and whether there is a specific day of the week. Weekdays are flexible, weekends early morning only (Due to crowds, I do not go after 10am on weekends.) I have to walk you in to enter the store and be there to scan my member card when you check out, but we won't shop together. Due to the need for clear and actionable communication, I probably won't reply if you don't narrow your request at all or ask me to text you to work out details. Texting is for emergency or confirmed shopping on site ONLY. First priority for anyone with Medicaid or EBT (costco takes EBT payment). This is an experiment, and I plan to take this post down when I discontinue this offer. Even if this post is old, YES! I'm still offering this. (I don't want to clutter up the new offers page with monthly reposts of this offer.) If it is marked "promised" then I am currently overbooked with costco "companions" for 4-6 weeks on this, but PLEASE WRITE ANYWAY so we can coordinate a future date further out. I want to use what resources I have to help others. Also, please keep in mind that Costco *encourages* members to bring guests. This is not in violation of any Costco policy. I encourage other freecyclers to ask their friends (from all parts of life) to come along. Share your favorite budget tips, have a cheap hot dog or pizza picnic in the parking lot.

Free: Gluten free chocolate mochi cake (Ballard) Gifted 49d - Rice-forward chocolate cake mixes. Too much sugar for us. I will cut short the 24 hour fair offer period if you want to pick up and cook them up immediately. Please state if you want to pick up asap or want them for pantry use (pick up next Saturday, 11am-1pm). Due to urban housing with a (massively) shared entry, all pickups are by appt. Standard pickup appointment window is 11am-1pm Saturday. Special exception for pickup today is for this item only, but you can add other items to your appt time today/sunday (feb 5).

Request: 1-2 TB cornstarch (Ballard) Received 51d - Seeking a bit of cornstarch powder. Wanting to try a recipe without committing to wasting a big container. Do you have extra cornstarch you're unlikely to see the bottom of? Strictly gluten free. For NW Ballard, a green-friendly pickup on foot (will walk 1-2 miles). Thank you!

Free: Adjustable Sports bra ~30DD (Ballard) Gifted 59d - UPDATE: If this is not your size, check out BROOKS bras. Powder blue sports bra. Very adjustable ! For ~28-32" band size (34 maybe if you wear them tight), approx and cup size ~C-DD. Comfortable wicking liner and cottony/natural exterior. Straps and band are adjustable. A bit of pilling in the fabric but a foundation comfy support piece for busty folks. Works like a 'tank top' layer under skimpy summer/athletic tops and ends up with a fairly modest neckline. If it still fit I would keep it. Pickups by appointment on Saturdays 11am-1pm, alternate (less preferable) appts Sundays 4pm-5pm. Must be by appointment, at a multi-unit dwelling on a busy street where items cannot be left out. Please see all my posts and ask for specific items by name (and quantity desired, where applicable), preferably in one message, and say what specific time you want to have your pick up appointment for NW Ballard. Many thanks for reliable pickups, and complete & clear communication. I may not have time to respond to everyne, if your email is vague or incomplete I may have to skip you.

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Request: Digital Washington Post (Ballard) Received 59d - Did your digital subscription come with a free bonus subscription? I'd like to use it. I'm actually happy to support yours at the academic rate, but free is great, too.

Free: Infant wash bar (Ballard) Gifted 65d - Toddler body & hair solid shampoo bar. Pickups by appointment on Saturdays 11am-1pm, alternate (less preferable) appts Sundays 4pm-5pm. Must be by appointment, at a multi-unit dwelling on a busy street where items cannot be left out. Please see all my posts and ask for specific items by name (and quantity desired, where applicable), preferably in one message, and say when you want to have your pick up appointment for NW Ballard. Many thanks for reliable pickups, and complete & clear communication. I may not have time to respond to everyone, if your email is vague or incomplete I may have to skip you.

Free: Assorted Bev bar jars (Ballard) Gifted 65d - Three sugary instant hot drink mixes: mexican style hot chocolate, spiced chai, and apple cider. Please say which jars you want (another listing has pouches and some are same). Pickups by appointment on Saturdays 11am-1pm, alternate (less preferable) appts Sundays 4pm-5pm. Must be by appointment, at a multi-unit dwelling on a busy street where items cannot be left out. Please see all my posts and ask for specific items by name (and quantity desired, where applicable), preferably in one message, and say when you want to have your pick up appointment for NW Ballard. Many thanks for reliable pickups, and complete & clear communication. I may not have time to respond to everyone, if your email is vague or incomplete I may have to skip you.

Free: Assorted Bev bar pouches (Ballard) Gifted 65d - Two sugary drink mixes and a deluxe keto creamer. Please say which POUCHES you want (another listing has jars and some are same). Pickups by appointment on Saturdays 11am-1pm, alternate (less preferable) appts Sundays 4pm-5pm. Must be by appointment, at a multi-unit dwelling on a busy street where items cannot be left out. Please see all my posts and ask for specific items by name (and quantity desired, where applicable), preferably in one message, and say when you want to have your pick up appointment for NW Ballard. Many thanks for reliable pickups, and complete & clear communication. I may not have time to respond to everyone, if your email is vague or incomplete I may have to skip you.

Free: LGBT Glass apothecary jar (Ballard) Withdrawn 65d - This is an upcycled empty (clean) candle jar with an LGBT pride theme. 4" tall, great for cotton balls or q-tip cotton swabs, because it has a moisture seal. Sticker is high quality all weather UV resistant, made for outdoor auto use, so it won't fade or peel. Pickups by appointment on Saturdays 11am-1pm, alternate (less preferable) appts Sundays 4pm-5pm. Must be by appointment, at a multi-unit dwelling on a busy street where items cannot be left out. Please see all my posts and ask for specific items by name (and quantity desired, where applicable), preferably in one message, and say when you want to have your pick up appointment for NW Ballard. Many thanks for reliable pickups, and complete & clear communication. I may not have time to respond to everyone, if your email is vague or incomplete I may have to skip you.

Free: Mint Hershey's kisses (Ballard) Gifted 65d - We were expecting real chocolate,but these are white chocolate. Opened, one kiss missing. Pickups by appointment on Saturdays 11am-1pm, alternate (less preferable) appts Sundays 4pm-5pm. Must be by appointment, at a multi-unit dwelling on a busy street where items cannot be left out. Please see all my posts and ask for specific items by name (and quantity desired, where applicable), preferably in one message, and say when you want to have your pick up appointment for NW Ballard. Many thanks for reliable pickups, and complete & clear communication. I may not have time to respond to everyone, if your email is vague or incomplete I may have to skip you.

Free: Cereal keeper (Ballard) Gifted 65d - Found another one of these handy retro items. Sized for malt-o-meal brand, but works with most larger bags. You just drop the bag inside and put the lid over the bag edges for a mess-free crisp-keeper. Pickups by appointment on Saturdays 11am-1pm, alternate (less preferable) appts Sundays 4pm-5pm. Must be by appointment, at a multi-unit dwelling on a busy street where items cannot be left out. Please see all my posts and ask for specific items by name (and quantity desired, where applicable), preferably in one message, and say when you want to have your pick up appointment for NW Ballard. Many thanks for reliable pickups, and complete & clear communication. I may not have time to respond to everyone, if your email is vague or incomplete I may have to skip you.

Free: Bottle bag (Ballard) Gifted 65d - Six-caddy. Some stores give a discount if you buy in quantity. Also useful for storing coffee thermoses and water bottles in a lower cabinet. Pickups by appointment on Saturdays 11am-1pm, alternate (less preferable) appts Sundays 4pm-5pm. Must be by appointment, at a multi-unit dwelling on a busy street where items cannot be left out. Please see all my posts and ask for specific items by name (and quantity desired, where applicable), preferably in one message, and say when you want to have your pick up appointment for NW Ballard. Many thanks for reliable pickups, and complete & clear communication. I may not have time to respond to everyone, if your email is vague or incomplete I may have to skip you.

Free: Self watering planter (Ballard) Gifted 65d - This is an old IKEA type. Ceramic is well worn from outdoor use. Plant and wicking twine not included. See photos for condition. I do not know if it is food-safe so please just assume it isn't for growing edible plants. Pickups by appointment on Saturdays 11am-1pm, alternate (less preferable) appts Sundays 4pm-5pm. Must be by appointment, at a multi-unit dwelling on a busy street where items cannot be left out. Please see all my posts and ask for specific items by name (and quantity desired, where applicable), preferably in one message, and say when you want to have your pick up appointment for NW Ballard. Many thanks for reliable pickups, and complete & clear communication. I may not have time to respond to everyone, if your email is vague or incomplete I may have to skip you.

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Free: 11 blue shower curtain rings (Ballard) Gifted 65d - Note well, this is 11, not 12. Check if your project needs 11 or less! Pickups by appointment on Saturdays 11am-1pm, alternate (less preferable) appts Sundays 4pm-5pm. Must be by appointment, at a multi-unit dwelling on a busy street where items cannot be left out. Please see all my posts and ask for specific items by name (and quantity desired, where applicable), preferably in one message, and say when you want to have your pick up appointment for NW Ballard. Many thanks for reliable pickups, and complete & clear communication. I may not have time to respond to everyone, if your email is vague or incomplete I may have to skip you.

Free: 6.25" glass pot lid (Ballard) Gifted 65d - Dishwasher safe pot lid. Pickups by appointment on Saturdays 11am-1pm, alternate (less preferable) appts Sundays 4pm-5pm. Must be by appointment, at a multi-unit dwelling on a busy street where items cannot be left out. Please see all my posts and ask for specific items by name (and quantity desired, where applicable), preferably in one message, and say when you want to have your pick up appointment for NW Ballard. Many thanks for reliable pickups, and complete & clear communication. I may not have time to respond to everyone, if your email is vague or incomplete I may have to skip you.

Free: Small porcelain ditty bowl (Ballard) Gifted 65d - Hand painted and stamped heavy porcelain, great casual utility or serving dish. Pickups by appointment on Saturdays 11am-1pm, alternate (less preferable) appts Sundays 4pm-5pm. Must be by appointment, at a multi-unit dwelling on a busy street where items cannot be left out. Please see all my posts and ask for specific items by name (and quantity desired, where applicable), preferably in one message, and say when you want to have your pick up appointment for NW Ballard. Many thanks for reliable pickups, and complete & clear communication. I may not have time to respond to everyone, if your email is vague or incomplete I may have to skip you.

Free: Idle reader #2 (Ballard) Gifted 65d - A famous bathroom remodel. Break your smartphone addiction with browsable books. Pickups by appointment on Saturdays 11am-1pm, alternate (less preferable) appts Sundays 4pm-5pm. Must be by appointment, at a multi-unit dwelling on a busy street where items cannot be left out. Please see all my posts and ask for specific items by name (and quantity desired, where applicable), preferably in one message, and say when you want to have your pick up appointment for NW Ballard. Many thanks for reliable pickups, and complete & clear communication. I may not have time to respond to everyone, if your email is vague or incomplete I may have to skip you.

Free: Idle reader #1 (Ballard) Gifted 65d - Humor book for the literate and literal. Break your smartphone addiction with browsable books. Pickups by appointment on Saturdays 11am-1pm, alternate (less preferable) appts Sundays 4pm-5pm. Must be by appointment, at a multi-unit dwelling on a busy street where items cannot be left out. Please see all my posts and ask for specific items by name (and quantity desired, where applicable), preferably in one message, and say when you want to have your pick up appointment for NW Ballard. Many thanks for reliable pickups, and complete & clear communication. I may not have time to respond to everyone, if your email is vague or incomplete I may have to skip you.

Free: Tarot summary book (Ballard) Gifted 65d - Useful and brief reference guide, best for those not new to tarot. Passing on from another wonderful free cycle house. Pickups by appointment on Saturdays 11am-1pm, alternate (less preferable) appts Sundays 4pm-5pm. Must be by appointment, at a multi-unit dwelling on a busy street where items cannot be left out. Please see all my posts and ask for specific items by name (and quantity desired, where applicable), preferably in one message, and say when you want to have your pick up appointment for NW Ballard. Many thanks for reliable pickups, and complete & clear communication. I may not have time to respond to everyone, if your email is vague or incomplete I may have to skip you.

Free: Sonicare travel case (Ballard) Gifted 65d - A toothbrush travel case with a special button-protector panel inside to keep it from switching on in luggage. Pickups by appointment on Saturdays 11am-1pm, alternate (less preferable) appts Sundays 4pm-5pm. Must be by appointment, at a multi-unit dwelling on a busy street where items cannot be left out. Please see all my posts and ask for specific items by name (and quantity desired, where applicable), preferably in one message, and say when you want to have your pick up appointment for NW Ballard. Many thanks for reliable pickups, and complete & clear communication. I may not have time to respond to everyone, if your email is vague or incomplete I may have to skip you.

Free: One Delicious pomegranate (Ballard) Gifted 73d - Ugly skin, but perfect inside, and tasty. Please either be nearby in Ballard or planning to receive another gift from me. We got several in a holiday gift baset and they were amazing but we're worn out on them. Pickups Saturday 10am-2pm preferred. Must be by appointment, at a multi-unit dwelling on a busy street. Sun/monday late afternoons also possible. Please see all my posts and ask for items by name, preferably in one message, and say when you want to pick up.

Free: 10 sided crystal salad bowl (Ballard) Gifted 73d - Large, heavy italian crystal bowl. 9" across. Possibly some heirloom midcentury modern piece but I haven't time to fuss over it. Great for a floating candles centerpiece, hard to knock over. Pickups Saturday 10am-2pm preferred. Must be by appointment, at a multi-unit dwelling on a busy street. Sun/monday late afternoons also possible. Please see all my posts and ask for items by name, preferably in one message, and say when you want to pick up.

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Free: 6-foot white Tulip torch w/ short (Ballard) Gifted 73d - Help a rescue! This 6' tall lamp looks perfect but often (and not always) shorts when turned on. We think it probably worked fine before being left out in the rain several days as a curb freecycle, and might work again if fussed over a bit more. Good for parts or combine with a working lamp to match it to one you already have. Supervise a kid to learn by taking apart before recycling. Or fix it if you have more time for it than we did! It doesn't match our decor so it wasn't worth too much diagnosis once we saved it from a flurry of find-it-fix-it reports. Pickups by appointment on Saturdays 11am-1pm, alternate (less preferable) appts Sundays 4pm-5pm. Must be by appointment, at a multi-unit dwelling on a busy street where items cannot be left out. Please see all my posts and ask for specific items by name (and quantity desired, where applicable), preferably in one message, and say when you want to have your pick up appointment for NW Ballard.

Free: 80% Alcohol cleanser (Ballard) Promised 73d - Useful as window or stainless cleanser, first aid applications, and hand sanitizer. Also good for windshield or concrete step de-icer in winter (not for use on wood or painted surfaces). Works as a sticker remover for SOME kinds of stickers and sometimes removes sharpie marker, graffiti or semi-permanent hair dye on nonporous surfaces. I have 12 bottles, please ask for as few or as many as you can personally use. Leftovers will be donated to homeless support or food bank. Pickups by appointment on Saturdays 11am-1pm. Alternate (less preferable) appts Sundays 4pm-5pm. Must be by appointment, at a multi-unit dwelling on a busy street where items cannot be left out. Please see all my posts and ask for specific items by name (and quantity desired, where applicable), preferably in one message, and say when you want to have your pick up appointment for NW Ballard.

Free: Galvanized mini planter pail (Ballard) Gifted 73d - 4". Base, 5" tall without handle, 6.5" across. Used as indoor planter previously (see photos). Exterior excellent. Basically, still great for potting a houseplant but no longer good for valentine teddy bear gift wrap unless you glue in a liner to hide the interior. Pickups Saturday 10am-2pm preferred. Must be by appointment, at a multi-unit dwelling on a busy street. Sun/monday late afternoons also possible. Please see all my posts and ask for items by name, preferably in one message, and say when you want to pick up.

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