F.R.I.E.N.D.S. ADVENT CALENDAR 2020 | This Is REALLY Bad!

[@capricastriotta]

ya'll, she went red ross...

[@themissalliecakes]

LMAO OMG OMG OMG 😂😂 pinning this. haha.

[@capricastriotta]

@@themissalliecakes THIS IS ONE OF THE QUOTES THEY SHOULD HAVE USED!

[@Itsmyownlife206]

It’s an iconic quote

[@claireg4051]

OK! OK!

[@malisakenney6699]

My obsession with this show is real it stems from my mom to me she named my son Joseph chandler

[@kellbell2639]

I actually am happy to see an unboxing that you aren't 100% thrilled with. It's more realistic. And a Friends calendar should be better!

[@imladrad2584]

They could have made this so cute with like little enamel pins, or little lobster earrings, maybe a magnet or two. What a waste.

[@annak4307]

There’s was two magnets ..

[@dawnrussell5810]

Did the way she opened those doors annoy anyone else 😩😂

[@stephanie444999]

Yes 😳😂🙈

[@sugarmouse6061]

No but I wouldn't do it because I am just, well, me. Lol

[@jessicaleath1991]

Yes.... I have the second one... and I have not needed to tear it apart at all.

[@lauramontalbano5070]

OMG YES!!!!

[@hewoc5779]

@aver8730 aver8730 I have a advent calendar just like the red one but a green one

[@NightSapphireArt]

Do you really have to have a rubber on the end of every pencil in America? Quite common over here in the UK 🤔🤷🏻‍♀️🤪

[@marieivandaundseth9047]

Yeah I didnt understand that.. we dont have rubbers on all pencils here in norway either 🤣

[@ducky_asmr1]

Same in Switzerland 😂 we have some with and some without quite normal 🤷🏻‍♀️ I mean that is why we have separate erasers 😂🙈

[@karinawestley4187]

I came looking for this comment, common in Australia too 😅

[@alwaystakemarktwainsadvice4269]

Yes. I have never seen a pencil without an eraser (unless they are art pencils)

[@danielcea3607]

Pencils without erasers are just trash

[@lindsaya7733]

Allie : Jax, sit down. Jax: Sits directly in front of camera He is such a cutie! I do think these would have been way more fun if they were $10 not $30. The items were all cute but fairly generic and inexpensive. They are clearly charging for the ‘Friends’ name. I also feel like both were made by the same company, the graphics were very similar between the two like the pokadot mug.

[@jennifercabrera2377]

I think the Urban Outfitters one was a complete letdown. I don’t think you would’ve been so let down by the FRIENDS one if the UO one hadn’t been so bad. If you got a little 2-3 foot tree for like $20 and decorated it with all the ornaments, I think it would be so cute!

[@sandymarie2039]

My sister got me the friends one. She was so excited to give it to me, and I was so excited to get it. I’ve been enjoying opening it everyday. I love all the stuff. It being my favorite show, and a sweet little gift from my sister, opening a little something everyday has been special. It was a super cute thoughtful treat from her, and I love it all!

[@artwithsteph305]

I'm just saying not all pencils have rubbers on the end

[@MariSun]

I actually enjoyed sassy Allison haha. Everything looks like you could get them at a dollar store (in the 2000´s haha); I also think you can find a lot of friends related items on etsy with a lot more quality and originality ; while supporting other people’s creativity.

[@kayasmomma]

Thank you so much for posting this! I had preordered the 2nd one for my daughter who is obsessed with friends, and after watching, i canceled it. Definitely not worth the price!

[@abisweet19]

Don't know why she got so disappointed with the ornaments and presents tags, it for Christmas! Thats the whole point, what did she spected!?

[@lovebtw97]

Well its just coloured cardboard for $30....

[@courtneyshanicereviews6433]

Second advent was better but still not worth $30 . Don’t worry Alli we know you are a lovely upbeat positive person. Just the advents weren’t up to expectations, not your fault. Loving the advent series x

[@jessicaleath1991]

I don't know where she got that she paid 30.... I pre-ordered it on Amazon for 17.🤷🏼‍♀️🤷🏼‍♀️

[@erikad1497]

@@jessicaleath1991 same

[@LizaGrace97]

It's not an UO branded product and you can find it a lot of places, even a year later i found it on Amazon for $15, UO is just notorious for pricing their stuff super high

[@kellyweingart1000]

I just looked up the calendar on the urban site and it does say it’s a stationary theme BUT, does not justify the garbage that was in it 😂😂😂

[@hewoc5779]

I have the same advent calendar and I love the stuff

[@emilysalzwedel7100]

Big lots has a friends 12 days of socks available online

[@spookyseasonsarah]

skipping zero ads because you deserve to recoup every single cent you spent on this

[@robinl2964]

Thank you for the Friends unboxing. I had pre-ordered the second box. It looked like it was going to be ornaments. Glad I saw your video as I was able to cancel my order before it was shipped. I saved myself $20.

[@Jess19877]

For future reference check the description of advent calendars because they’ll list some if not all of what comes in the calendar. The UO description listed exactly what was in the calendar. The Target one gave a good idea of what came in it without giving it all away.

[@ag-pj4vq]

I love that you're honest. This video was a joy to watch. I love your sassiness.

[@shannonmccarthy3461]

That side profile view of Jax sent me he was like "yup im here for my modeling photos side profile first" 🥰

[@kristanaquin1802]

I would have been so mad but should do a episode on your youtube and try the recipes out.

[@missmallorie03]

So glad you uploaded this to show how not all of these advent calendars are that awesome, love the variety of this week and honesty! Appreciate it girl! Keep it going!

[@MelindaMatturro]

thank you SO much for showing us these! I wanted to buy my friend one but wasnt sure if it was worth it! The 1st one is now up to $65 on Amazon too - this made my decision a lot easier. Hope they do something better next time!!

[@LizaGrace97]

It's a $20 advent calendar i don't really know what you were expecting. Advent calenders are notoriously just little novelty things for fun, if you were expecting like pins and jewelry and trivia games etc. for 24 days you could definitely get that on Etsy but it's gonna be 150-200 bucks, branded stuff, even just a sticker is super expensive so for the more high end useful stuff it's gonna be a lot more money. Even the kids chocolate advent calenders are 5-10 bucks depending on the brand of chocolate

[@deltavictor8369]

🎶So no one told you your calendar was gonna be this way... When it hasn't been day, your week, your month, or... Actually just your month... 🎶

[@annaofarendelle2301]

I think you are right! I’m glad you are being honest about how you feel! It’s all repetitive and not very exciting!

[@erikad1497]

My roommate and I really enjoyed our FRIENDS calendar with the ornaments and tags. We used the gift tags as ornaments and I’m turning some of the other scene cards as ornaments. The recipes were also a nice touch.

[@jemthetrio1257]

I mean it’s a stationary advent calendar what you expect? I wouldn’t be disappointed 🤷🏼‍♀️ maybe I don’t expect much more from advent calendars because you literally pay for the name/branding.

[@eirelyn86]

I know I'm late to this video, but I was looking for Friends subscription unboxings & happened upon this. This is my 1st video of yours, and honestly, I was right there with you in the disappointment. In fact, for wasting $60 on $10 (tops) worth of items, I thought you held it together pretty well! I did think it was nice that all of the items were at least *usable* (I do a lot of paper crafting & could use pretty much all of those items), but they were definitely *not* worth $60. I already loved the Friends box I subscribed to, and this video just made me appreciate it 100x more! So sorry this was such a disappointment!

[@ravenroxful]

This is why I watch advent calendar videos before I buy. I know there is a chance that it could all be a bunch of stuff not worth near what you paid. From what I noticed, the majority of advent calendars are beauty. I think it is easier to make beauty ones worth the price because I think companies sell their stuff for cheaper prices to companies that want to put their products in advent calendars. I think they do that because there might be a good chance the consumer likes the product and goes out to buy more from that brand which gives the company more revenue making selling to advent calendar company a good choice. Many beauty product companies do that. But with things like Friends, companies probably aren't selling Friend's merchandise to advent calendar companies for a cheaper price; therefore, they have to buy a bunch of super cheap things for the calendar in order to make a profit. The first one was definitely for the profit of the company and that's only what mattered and the second one was for the profit of the company, but had a little more creativity which means they cared a little more, but still a rip off. Hopefully that makes sense. I know my logic might be a little hard to follow.

[@keeleylouise4014]

When she kept saying it’s so bad I was saying in my head i would love all these items cause I am friends biggest fan and I have a friends advent calendar but mine is different to these ones

[@paginator]

I’m a teacher too so I totally get the frustration of spending money on something that ends up as a disappointment, and then giving the stuff away to students. At least you can give them a smile.

[@jennifercabrera2377]

The F.R.I.E.N.D.S. Advent calendar was on Amazon for $11. I think it’s sold out now, but I got it for $11.

[@jessicaleath1991]

Yeah. I pre-ordered for 17 and I think it is cute.

[@sarah-beautyfreckled9811]

I was waiting for you to say "could I BE any more disappointed?!" Also I want to send you all the teacher style pencil toppers now!!!

[@RAWRCASSYRAWR]

The second calendar was so much more detail oriented, it was so much better than the other one.

[@ciara2766]

Oh god I just started watching and this calendar looks like it’s gonna be crap 😂 so disappointing!! I don’t know why they sell things like this for adults. Who wants a damn pencil and a single sticker in a $30 calendar 🤦‍♀️

[@ParkorPlays]

All of those pencils should have been in ONE slot of the calendar haha

[@sister0933]

I am actually glad you opened these with honesty! I am broke but wanted one advent calendar. Friends is my fav and this saved me from spending my teacher $ on junk! The Target one was much better but shame on them for charging so much!

[@Cali_Ramirez]

This is exactly what I keep ranting to my husband about! The people that are putting out all these Friends things are not true fans of the show and are just trying to put something Friends related to make money. I could vent about this for at least an hour with the examples I've witnessed. So irritating. Xoxo

[@louisacoote2337]

The only acceptable response to “What’s a moo point?” is “ It’s a cow’s opinion, it doesn’t matter”, obviously!

[@beckiestacy29]

You are being realistic! You spent good money for disappointing items. I laughed so much during this video! You should totally try to create an advent calendar or two! One Friends and one Disney!! 😀❤️

[@myforeverdisneylife]

You are 1000% justified to be upset about these advent calendars. I was getting angry with you. I almost got a friends advent calendar for myself and I’m glad I didn’t, so thank you! Don’t worry about coming off as grumpy or sassy, you have the right to feel that way! Keep doing you! I love you! ❤️

[@marlapearsall]

Thanks for doing these. Love friends, hated both advent calendars and now I can save my money!

[@torimcdonald396]

I’m actually glad you reviewed these. I was going to get my best friend one for her birthday but after seeing this, DEFINITELY not worth it..

[@MollyDale]

just wanted to say thanks for uploading this video. i was gonna buy these calendars but am glad i didnt. really expected a friends calendar to be better. sorry you were let down but thank you for being honest for us ! love your videos!

[@brittanybrantley8714]

The first calendar you opened was like $54 at Walmart! Super thankful I didn’t buy it now !!!

[@JessicaLopez-jf1xg]

I was super excited to see those two advent calendar boxes because I need secret santa gifts, but I am so grateful that you did this because they are so disappointing! I don't blame you for being sassy! Thank you!

[@courtneyshanicereviews6433]

Not impressed with the central perk advent calendar, good for a young person who’s wanting stationery for their school pencil case but not for an adult.

[@christaabcd6420]

I really think these are the saddest/laziest calendars I’ve ever seen! The first one was essentially the same item reprinted and the second was almost all cardboard pieces. Someone could have made a homemade version of that for cheaper.

[@samr1242]

Im happy the you did this so people who are expecting more aren’t disappointed with them especially the urban one! For $30 I wouldn’t be expecting to much but also the first one just repeated everything, the target one at least got a bit more creative.

[@lauravangorkum6618]

I totally get that you are disappointed, but I hope that you are grateful for the fact that you are able to buy two advent calendars

[@themissalliecakes]

I am.

[@pixieplace3319]

I purchased a stocking size friends trivia game at dollar tree. The best item in the urban outfitters was $1 value. If all the items felt like they at least had a dollar value than it would feel like you got your money’s worth. I don’t think you were being crabby, you were just keeping it real. Love your videos !

[@elizabethlangheim7214]

I’m so glad you uploaded this because I was going to get two for Friends lovers I know.

[@monika.angelova97]

I am a huge fan of Friends! At one point I got annoyed at how unhappy you were with the calendar and kept complaining. I would buy it, even though they are small in size, as I am not pretentious and I would be happy for anything if it belongs to Friends. :) I do not see what the problem is with a pencil without an eraser, provided that you can buy it separately or, as in your case, there is an eraser on one of the days in the calendar. But this is definitely the first and last video I watch from you. 28:41 I'm glad no one hired you to make the calendars. One аdvice from me: Next time, read first before you buy anything.

[@traceywalker9693]

They should have done "Smelly cat, Smelly Cat, What are they feeding you?"

[@scratchlady9297]

I would be upset 😡 too getting that horrible calendar and paying so much, So frustrating 😫

[@alliea8244]

I agree that the items as bs, but I honestly can’t think of what they could have put in them. You have to admit it is a hard task. Maybe some candy with the theme? I’m not sure

[@PandoraIsis]

Omg I am so sorry that you got duped but this is the realist video ever. I totally felt your pain but it was also hilarious because I would totally have the same reactions if I had got these.

[@jeannemason8334]

So glad I got to see before I bought. Love all things friends even wearing friends pajamas right now. Thank you for show us and being honest in your reactions.

[@mlstrang7]

I think the second one was pretty good taking in account how thin the calendar is I think maybe the first one kinda soured the experience cause it was bad

[@alexeespencer3775]

My mom got me this :( and now I’m sad but I’m still thankful she got it for me

[@pho4741]

15:00 LOL that sarcastic "aWeSOme" sent me 💀😂😂

[@1masivac]

Even a Richard's mustache for Halloween would have been better than the little post it and a mini copy of science boy

[@lauraann7816]

My 7 year old granddaughter Lacey said to tell you she likes your You Tube channel - and she agrees with you - we like you and it is our first time here 😍😍😍😍😩🐈

[@gracee.4844]

Remember that time on the frozen lake? We were playing. You said I was boring. Then you took off your energy mask and you were Cameron Diaz! 👱🏻‍♀️ These advent calendars were nowhere near as dreamy 😜 Screw it! Bring on the yams! YAMS! Tis the week to watch the Thanksgiving episodes! 🦃 Thanks for taking one for the team, Allie!

[@theliteraryspinster]

I could totally be wrong, but I think you’re supposed to take the lid off of the cup eraser and put the cup part on the end of the pencil to be the eraser that you can move from pencil to pencil. (Does that even make sense?) Or maybe I’m just trying to find a way to make the first calendar less crappy? 🤷🏻‍♀️ You SHOULD make an advent calendar for one of your crafting videos. It would be so much fun! Bonus points if it’s Disney or Friends themed! Edit: You’re not being crabby. I’d be upset, too. I think you’re paying for the licensing more than the quality of the products. Anyway, you legitimately are one of the happiest people on KZbin. You don’t have to be “on” all the time. You’re allowed to have real moments and feel the way that you feel. Your emotions are valid.

[@MadResch98]

Thanks for an honest review! I mostly watch your Disney videos, which I love. It is completely valid for you to be upset, the price is not justifiable on the calendars at all! I feel like these calendars were made for people who like Friends, but do not love Friends. All of the obvious iconic quotes are present to satisfy a different generation of viewers.

[@Cozyscout]

I bet you will never be able to hear the phrase "How You Doin?" again without thinking of this advent calendar. I feel for ya. This was hard to watch,,,, how could they!?

[@jt-js9mt]

You could always get a plain phone case and stick the stickers to that or even just rest them inside a clear one :)

[@kathyshifflett8461]

I'm not watching the second half because I have the FRIENDS one because I have it and want to be surprised. I pre-ordered it months ago, and I seem to remember the advertisement suggested it was going to have bigger, more exciting things than what I can tell are in those little envelopes. Hoping it's better that the Central Perk one that is obviously garbage!! By the way i LOVE your pup!! Totally what my animals would do-plop down right in front of the camera! You shouldn't get any dislikes. In fact people will probably thank you for letting us know what NOT to buy, or to return it now before its too late!!

[@jbqprincess]

If nothing else, this video reminded me to start my chocolate advent calendar. I missed days one and two, so I just had three pieces of chocolate. Sorry you had a crappy time, but thanks for reminding me about my chocolate ^^

[@kaylabrown3895]

I got the Kohl's and Target sock advent calenders. My Kohl's one was free with Kohl's cash. I got a total of 27 new socks for only 15 dollars YAY!! I have seen every episode at least 10 times too.

[@_christinapaps]

also im so here for the sass!! i was cracking up during this entire video (though i feel so bad you spent money on this)

[@joannesberkshirescenes9414]

Your dog makes me laugh how he is all up in your calendar

[@enchantedrita3428]

I'm with you a huge friends lover but eek those calendars weren't it. Some stuff was cute but seriously Allie do a DIY friends advent calendar video Im here for it!!

[@sadlysnape]

“let me know if i’m being a bah humbug right now” girl you’re doing better than i would have🤣🤣

[@Meeners96]

You pay so much because you’re literally just paying for the name F.R.I.E.N.D.S bc they know if it has the name on it people will buy it since the show is so popular and loved

[@TheJessicaMaree]

I feel like as a stationery geek I really love the first calendar but also not for that price tag. I’d totally buy it for $10 because I know I’d use it all!

[@RAWRCASSYRAWR]

Thank you for being genuine with us 😊

[@allisonstrock3917]

Yessssssss! I’ve been waiting for this ! Now that I watched it, not very excited to get it. These are total crap. You’re attitude toward these are completely justified. A true fan didn’t make these. Where’s an actual mug or something. Literally NOTHING in this is worth the money. 😑

[@PrincessDegrassi85]

I totally agree with you Allison. I would be so disappointed too if I spent that $60 on two Advent Calendars and all I got was junk. They should have advertised it better. I would have not spent that much money if I knew that all I was going to get was Stationery and gift tags. But, you didn't know that, and hey, you live, you learn.

[@joyvrolyat]

I love stationary so I am loving a lot of the stuff. I feel like all of those advent calendar are of socks and I can’t have 25 pairs of themed socks. Thanks for opening this and uploading the video.

[@VirginiaVenom1]

I love this video! You kept it real. You shouldn’t have to apologize for being disappointed in 2 crappy calendars! I would be throwing swear words left and right 😂😂if I had this experience! I’m sorry it wasn’t better for you.

[@Nunyabiz9]

I think a lot of advent calendars are like this... a waste of money. I didn't think of this as so much of a negative review, but as an HONEST review. Honesty is always refreshing in a review. You didn't seem crabby. You are looking gorgeous as always.

[@amberrose1650]

So glad I watched your video before I purchased the first one!

[@shawnarose8496]

Friends is literally the best 💙 I rewatched it so many times lol as a friends fan I wasn’t thrilled with the calendars 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@paityngarlington3414]

I think you would’ve liked the second box more if you would’ve opened it first. It doesn’t seem that bad and most of the things were practical for the holiday season if not anything else.

[@malisakenney6699]

Thats like a planners dream for me all the die cuts and deco omgoodness lol

[@malisakenney6699]

And its ugly naked guy lol not ugly fat man or fat ugly naked man geez 😂

[@veeraj5742]

Watching your videos during my online class😅❤️

[@mandybrewerrobinson4528]

This is in fact the first vid of yours I've seen. 👍💪 Good Job keeping your cool Girl 👏💐 What a rip off.

[@aishaabdullah6993]

I think you were pretty calm for the amount that you spent on them. If possible can you leave them some feedback. These are so bad and considering some families are doing it rough this year they should be ashamed. I'm sorry this happened xx

[@lifebind3r]

The button pin with the yellow frame also had the addition of "how you doin' ?" as well lol I'm glad you didn't hold back tbh, nothing worse than watching a video where you can clearly see something is crap but the person is acting like it's the most amazing thing.

[@sabrinagorodetsky6468]

I wouldn’t hate the 2nd box if it was cheaper. Super relatable video tho so thank you for uploading!

[@belizabeth227]

I agree that this calendar is a let down. I also have a few ideas to make the money you spent worth it. For the pictures, stickers, and front pages of the notebooks (if your rip that off from the rest of the book) , you could make a big collage and frame it. Also, for the ornaments decorate a little tree with them.

[@JessicaK_222]

I would have loved to get items from the show like the clock pen that Joey gave Kathy! 😂

[@ReeLuvsWicked]

Allie I love you but I was massively triggered by how you ripped the hell out the advent calendar doors 😂😂 why!!! Lol just peel it back gently and fold the doors back! 🤦🏻‍♀️😂😂❤️

[@ChristysCorner]

ugh i hate it when i get crappy advents. I ordered a Harry Potter one last year that was crap like that. It was annoying. that's why i usually stick to cosmetics and socks.

[@magicinmichigan]

I love friends, but this is exactly why you have to be so selective on the things you buy during the holidays. Ouch. I appreciate your still publishing this. I hope it saves someone money!

[@emilybannon1943]

I’m glad you showed it as going to get it for my friend but super glad I watched this as I and her would have been disappointed

[@jessicalewis4494]

I think you would have liked the second one more if you had opened it first. The Urban Outfitters one was a complete disappointment, so I understand your frustration. I feel like if someone were to get it for you (which is kind of how I've always looked at them; as a gift you give to others) it might not be as disappointing? At the end of the day, I'd prefer to make my own advent calendar, and curate the items so I know that it's worth it. The only advent calendar I had growing up was a Disney ornaments one, and each ornament was a storybook version of classic Disney movies. I loved seeing the tree fill with those ornaments through the month...and I think that's the kind of advent calendar worth spending money on.♥️