| T O P I C R E V I E W |
| brightmeadow |
Posted - Mar 18 2013 : 12:11:34 PM
Ok, gals-
Partners:
treelady - beaglemama
ptroupe - NixKat
Kammi - ProgressiveHomemaker
brightmeadow- Mama Bulla
Lisa_P - Lavender Rose
Debi Carr - Madelena
Ladybek9756 - buzzn bee
HolidayJunkie - Erin Rock
debtea2 - brightmeadow
Here's a chance to really use your creativity to put a twist on swapping in celebration of Earth Day. For this swap, you can make your choice of
- pot holder
- tea cozy
- pin cushion
- needle book
- tote bag
- hair or jewelry ornament
- or your choice with similar level of effort
The twist is, you cannot PURCHASE any new or used materials for this swap, it must be made from your stash, from upcycling, from re-using, etc. In other words, make and embellish something attractive and useful from something that would otherwise go to a landfill or be left in your craft room or closet for your children to dispose of after you are gone.
Craft can be your choice, sewing, quilting, knitting, crochet, macrame, woodwork, wirework, etc. You can use paint, thread, yarn, bubblegum wrappers, milkweed pods, whatever works for your artstic medium.
Sign ups by April 7, exchange names by April 15, Mail-out by April 30. Extras are allowed (and encouraged), but they must follow the same rules- no purchase necessary to win! The only expense you should incur for this swap is for postage.
You shall eat the fruit of the labor of your hands - You shall be happy and it shall be well with you. -Psalm 128.2
Visit my blogs at http://brightmeadowfarms.blogspot.com (farming) http://brightmeadowknits.blogspot.com (knitting) or my homepage at http://home.earthlink.net/~brightmeadow |
| 25 L A T E S T R E P L I E S (Newest First) |
| NixKat |
Posted - Jul 16 2013 : 10:35:00 AM
quote:
Originally posted by ptroupe
Hi, Kathleen, just wondering if you received your Earth Day package.
Portia
Wishing for the country life!
Hi Portia,
I haven't visited the forum for a while, been so busy with the garden, etc.
When I received your package I immediately sent you an email to thank you for the lovely tote-bag. I love it! It is the perfect green to match my NOOK, and I love the little fabric flowers with button centers. I use it to carry my e-book and small crochet projects.
I know how busy you were and deeply appreciate your effort in creating this lovely keepsake.
hugs and love
Kathleen...... Farmgirl Sister #3447
http://hennypennyfarm.blogspot.com/
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| ptroupe |
Posted - Jul 07 2013 : 6:13:56 PM
Hi, Kathleen, just wondering if you received your Earth Day package.
Portia
Wishing for the country life! |
| Madelena |
Posted - May 15 2013 : 05:43:10 AM
Hi Debi.. finally got a picture of your wonderful swap. The fun blue jeans pocket purse and the coasters are just great. The coaster will be perfect in our little travel trailer to remind me of my great MJ farms sisters. The plastic crochets coasters were soo creative. I would never have thought of that. I am still looking for a pattern for those net scrubbies for dishes. The cheery strawberry wallet will be the perfect size for carrying coupons to the store.. slim, lightweight and just right. Thank you soo much for the swap!
.JPG)
"There is no unbelief: Whoever plants a seed beneath the sod and waits to see it push away the clod, he trusts in God." (Kate Douglas Wiggin) |
| ptroupe |
Posted - May 11 2013 : 12:32:44 PM
Kathleen, even though I emailed you privately, I wanted to let everyone else know that I received your wonderful package.Kathleen made the most beautiful recipe box with a butterfly theme. All the divider sections had different butterflies on them,and she even made the little divider tabs! Included(in precious tiny bags tied with gorgeous ribbon)were bush bean seeds and marigold seeds from her own garden. Thank you again for a lovely gift and one I will certainly use.
Also, Kathleen was so sweet about the fact that I have not yet mailed hers because I just started a new job 2 weeks ago after having not worked for 2 years. I seemed to have forgotten that I am older and more tired and want to go to bed with the chickens!!!
Yours is going in the mail the first of the week, Kathleen.Thanks again for being so understanding. Farmgirls are the best!!
Wishing for the country life! |
| beaglemama |
Posted - May 07 2013 : 5:53:44 PM
Glad you like your pressies Julie! It was so fun being your swap partner!
All children are gifted. Some just open their packages a little later.
Farmgirl Sister #4836 |
| NixKat |
Posted - May 06 2013 : 11:53:18 AM
Portia did you receive your package?
Kathleen...... Farmgirl Sister #3447
http://hennypennyfarm.blogspot.com/
www.klbobbittphotography.com
/www.facebook.com/KlBobbittPhotography |
| treelady |
Posted - May 04 2013 : 08:48:43 AM
Thank You Andee for the wonderful package. Love the bag, coasters and can 't wait to try the scrubbies, they look really fun to make. What a fun swap this has been !
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A little rain can straighten a flower stem. A little love can change a life.
Max Lucado |
| brightmeadow |
Posted - May 02 2013 : 3:09:51 PM
Ladies, I love seeing these lovely pictures! Such nice gifts! Which reminds me I have some pictures of my own to take!
You shall eat the fruit of the labor of your hands - You shall be happy and it shall be well with you. -Psalm 128.2
Visit my blogs at http://brightmeadowfarms.blogspot.com (farming) http://brightmeadowknits.blogspot.com (knitting) or my homepage at http://home.earthlink.net/~brightmeadow |
| Debi Carr |
Posted - May 02 2013 : 3:03:11 PM
Thank you Mary for the thoughtful package. I really love the apron , with my favorite thing on it ... butteflies!
The littlee picture frame , exfoliating gloves, and handy pouches.
Your package will be on its way friday :)
Hugs,
Debi C #1983 |
| Debi Carr |
Posted - Apr 30 2013 : 1:48:27 PM
Its okay Mary , I won't be able to mail yours till friday. Sorry a lot of OT at work.
Hugs,
Debi C #1983 |
| NixKat |
Posted - Apr 30 2013 : 08:37:38 AM
Portia, I am finishing your package today and will mail it tomorrow. So sorry about being late.
Kathleen...... Farmgirl Sister #3447
http://hennypennyfarm.blogspot.com/
www.klbobbittphotography.com
/www.facebook.com/KlBobbittPhotography |
| brightmeadow |
Posted - Apr 29 2013 : 7:36:11 PM
Deborah, I am packaging today and mailing tomorrow. It was a lot harder than I expected to go back to work after my hip surgery, I apologize for not getting this out to you sooner. iI hope you like it!
You shall eat the fruit of the labor of your hands - You shall be happy and it shall be well with you. -Psalm 128.2
Visit my blogs at http://brightmeadowfarms.blogspot.com (farming) http://brightmeadowknits.blogspot.com (knitting) or my homepage at http://home.earthlink.net/~brightmeadow |
| beaglemama |
Posted - Apr 29 2013 : 6:50:57 PM
I got the cutest package from Treelady! So generous and talented. My package included an adorable garden apron, lovely bag with a pretty pocket, looped kitchen towel, and tons of extras including note cards, nasturtium seeds, and seed/spice tins!
Thanks so much for being such a wonderful swap partner! I hope you love your package as much as I love mine!
All children are gifted. Some just open their packages a little later.
Farmgirl Sister #4836 |
| Madelena |
Posted - Apr 29 2013 : 3:46:06 PM
Hi Debi.. Thought I posted here yesterday. We just got back from our camping week and I still have to get to the post office.. Which has a good chance of happening tomorrow.
Hope you are enjoying the Spring time and keeping dry, warm, and safe.
Mary
"There is no unbelief: Whoever plants a seed beneath the sod and waits to see it push away the clod, he trusts in God." (Kate Douglas Wiggin) |
| debtea2 |
Posted - Apr 20 2013 : 12:21:58 PM
brenda
so glad you got it and like everything
I have fun picking thru my scrap pile
trying to decide what pieces to use..
this was a really fun swap thank you
for hosting..blessings deborah
All through the long winter, I dream of my garden. On the first day of spring, I dig my fingers deep into the soft earth. I can feel its energy, and my spirits soar..." - Helen Hayes
Deborah
jersey farmgirl
#1330
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| brightmeadow |
Posted - Apr 19 2013 : 2:58:35 PM
Hi Deborah,
Got your package yesterday, thank you SO MUCH! I will try and post a picture later, the dish drainer is so cute and so is the mug rug. Thank you also for the tea, I have been drinking a lot of tea lately. It looks like a new variety for me!
You shall eat the fruit of the labor of your hands - You shall be happy and it shall be well with you. -Psalm 128.2
Visit my blogs at http://brightmeadowfarms.blogspot.com (farming) http://brightmeadowknits.blogspot.com (knitting) or my homepage at http://home.earthlink.net/~brightmeadow |
| Lavender Rose |
Posted - Apr 18 2013 : 6:14:39 PM
Hi Lisa, Thank you very much for the Swap. I love the pot holders. My daughter likes them also. They are going to go with my wood cook stove just perfectly. The picture shows the front and back of them. The book marker fits my book just right and I love the color. Thanks again, Brenda |
| Lisa_P |
Posted - Apr 17 2013 : 5:21:16 PM
I received my package today from Lavender Rose! I am thrilled. :) She made a little bag (it has a zipper! I've never tried to sew in a zipper!), and two very cute heart decorations. Thank you Lavender Rose! You are so creative, and skilled. This was my first swap, and I want to do more. I just hope that my skills improve over time so that I can send such cute things! ;) |
| ptroupe |
Posted - Apr 16 2013 : 09:30:51 AM
Kathleen,
Please send me an email so we can exchange information as we are partners in the Earth Day exchange.
Thanks,
Portia
Wishing for the country life! |
| Kammi |
Posted - Apr 10 2013 : 09:41:26 AM
Rachelle, I have sent you an email.
Kammi
Farmgirl #4256 |
| Lisa_P |
Posted - Apr 09 2013 : 07:49:23 AM
Lavender Rose (Brenda)
I have replied to your email! Looking forward to the swap!
Lisa |
| MamaBulla |
Posted - Apr 09 2013 : 04:26:08 AM
Just sent my address to you, Brenda! :o)
Kris B.
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Farmgirl Sister #3679
http://farmgirlby40.wordpress.com
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| Ladybek9756 |
Posted - Apr 09 2013 : 03:40:39 AM
Sent my address to Buzzn Bee. I am good to go.
May the stars carry your sadness away. May the flowers fill your heart with beauty, and may hope forever wipe away your tears. Becky #4932 |
| HolidayJunkie |
Posted - Apr 09 2013 : 12:44:58 AM
Just sent my address to Erin Rock, I should be good to go. :)
Blog: http://confessionsofaholidayjunkie.blogspot.com/
Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/holidayjunkie/ |
| Lavender Rose |
Posted - Apr 08 2013 : 1:15:05 PM
Hello Lisa, Sent my address to you. Hope to hear from you soon.
Lavender Rose aka Brenda |
