(Be prepared: You will never think of me the same again.)
Several weeks ago, many of you enjoyed Vivienne’s adorable “Tuna-Fish Salad” how-to. (What? You missed it?! Oh, you’ve just gotta watch it before you read on, okay?)
I watched the numbers of viewers grow and grow, and thought maybe we could make a buck.
(Shameful, I know.)
I’m new to the concept of advertising and making blog-money, but I decided to jump in and give it a go! I emailed Follow Your Heart, home to Vegenaise (our family’s beloved alternative to mayonaise) and asked if they wanted to use the video in some way for advertising.
(It gets worse.)
A very kind rep emailed back explaining that they thought the video was adorable, but couldn’t use it to advertise their product, because they’re a VEGAN company and can’t really promote their product being mixed with meat.
(I’m totally embarrassed. How in the world did I miss that?! With a name like “Vegenaise”, they aren’t exactly hiding that fact.)
I apologized all over the place, and the rep freely forgave my over-sight.
She sent me a handful of incredible coupons and a vegan Vegenaise recipe book (should we want to make another cooking video).
Wouldn’t you say the folks at Follow Your Heart deserve a standing ovation for gracefully helping this carnivorous mom to find the way?
(I’m not giving up on the advertising thing, though! More on that tomorrow.)
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15 Comments to "Advertising Fail"
yes, they were gracious. it is their loss that they are vegans:) it is a very cute video!
you horrible greedy, carnivorous person you! ugh! doesn’t sound like the way Christ would describe one of His daughters:) we love you:)
It’s good you can laugh at yourself though! And yes, they were incredibly gracious!
you are so funny! it sounds like something i would do.
you’ll never be able to use Veganese again without remembering this and laughing! and that’s a good thing!!
Oh, Laura…that’s funny!
I probably would have done the same thing!!
Vivienne is adorable! What a great little cook!
Hehehe…
This is a great story!
Too funny… hope you’re able to find some great advertising for your blog!
That’s awesome! (In a “I hope that never happens to me” kind of way.)
Oh that is too funny! It sounds like something I would do!
Oh, what a cutie you’ve got. I would enjoy seeing more recipes demonstrated by her in the future. Rachel Raye’s got nothin’ on your girl.
I think you should contact Walmart – the part about the spatula was sooooo cute. And I’m only partially joking…
Ooo, I hadn’t thought of WAL-MART!
(Totally just joking.)
What a gorgeous video! She is so sweet!
I wish I could meet you, Laura. I have two boys, ages 5 and 3, and a sweet girl who is 10 months. I love your blog. Thank you for all your posts.
I had NOT seen the video but my bff told me about it, so I had to search for it. She is totally adorable! Watch out Rachael Ray!
And the story makes for laughable memories! Those are the best!