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| LauraBell |
Posted - Apr 26 2021 : 2:47:36 PM
Hi Swapping Farmgirl Friends,
We are having such fun with the Traveling Craft Swap - we've decided to keep the adventure going.
Here’s how it works:
The first person fills up a flat rate box with all kinds of craft items to share/pass on. The box is mailed to the first swapper on the list. The next person receives the box, goes through and takes out what she wants and adds her stuff to the box. Whether she takes a lot or little is up to her, but she has to fill the box up again for the next person on our list.
This is a fun way to pass on supplies you don’t use anymore and you never know what treasures you might find. Please package up smaller items to keep them from getting lost. It also makes the box neater and easier to pack.
We’ll mail using a large flat rate box so shipping will be the same for everyone. Currently the large flat rate box (square) is $21.10.
When you receive the box, please post here and let us know you have received it. We can shoot for a 7 day turn around; post when you have shipped it on to the next person on the list. Please include the tracking number as it will be fun to “watch” our box travel.
We’ll limit this swap to 10 swappers and sign-ups will be open through May 10. Our first box will mail out by May 14th.
Here’s our list of swappers so far:
1. darlenelovesart - Darlene - Received and shipped
2. lovingRchickens - Kelly - Received and shipped
3. JeanP - Jean - Received and shipped
4. churunga - Marie - Received and shipped
5. Blessed in Colorado - Debbie - Received and shipped
6. StitchinWitch - Judith - Received and shipped
7. nndairy - Heather - Received and shipped
8. Wanda Sue - Wanda - Received
9. LauraBell - Laura
If you are a new craft box swapper, please email me your mailing address so I can include the mailing list in the box. When you receive the box, just cross off your name and send it to the next Farm Girl on the list.
I've already started collecting fun supplies for you all!
Laura
Happy to be Farmgirl Sister #7286 |
| 25 L A T E S T R E P L I E S (Newest First) |
| lovinRchickens |
Posted - Jul 30 2021 : 12:11:42 PM
Laura,
Please take it easy and rest. So sorry to hear about your fall. I am so happy you are ok.
Farmgirl #5111
Farmgirl of the month October 2014 & January 2019
Blessings
~Kelly~ |
| StitchinWitch |
Posted - Jul 30 2021 : 11:52:22 AM
Laura - Since you are last on the list there is no hurry. Take you time and heal well -- all the surprises will await you.
Judith
7932 FGOTM 6/21
I'm old and I do wear purple |
| LauraBell |
Posted - Jul 30 2021 : 04:43:38 AM
Good morning,
The 12th box has arrived. I haven’t had a chance to open it yet. I was a klutz and fell - I have been taking it easy and trying to rest. It’s waiting for me though and I will look forward to seeing the goodies that await. Thanks for another successful swap everyone!
Laura
Happy to be Farmgirl Sister #7286 |
| LauraBell |
Posted - Jul 26 2021 : 3:14:17 PM
Yay! I'll keep an eye out for it!
Thanks everyone - you make hosting this swap so easy!
Laura
Happy to be Farmgirl Sister #7286 |
| Wanda Sue |
Posted - Jul 26 2021 : 09:23:17 AM
Ok Laura, the crafty box is on its way to you now.
Tracking #9505 5141 9803 1207 5134 98
Expected delivery is Friday, 7/30
This was so much fun, can't wait until the next one comes around!
A day hemmed in prayer is less likely to unravel.
Farm Girl #3677 |
| Wanda Sue |
Posted - Jul 24 2021 : 04:06:30 AM
Ladies I received the craft box yesterday!! I had overnight guests so I haven't opened it yet, which
was very hard! This thing is so heavy, I can’t wait to go through it this weekend. I will be sending it
off to Laura on Monday.
A day hemmed in prayer is less likely to unravel.
Farm Girl #3677 |
| Wanda Sue |
Posted - Jul 20 2021 : 11:06:23 AM
Woohoo! Can't wait!!
A day hemmed in prayer is less likely to unravel.
Farm Girl #3677 |
| nndairy |
Posted - Jul 20 2021 : 11:02:04 AM
I received the box yesterday and it was perfect timing! I kept some things and stuffed it full again and this morning when I went to town it went with me :) It's now on the way to Wanda. Tracking number is 9505 5161 7668 1201 2378 49 Expected delivery date is Friday 7/23.
~Heather
Farmgirl Sister #4701
September 2014 Farmgirl of the Month
"The purpose of life is to enjoy every moment" - Yogi teabag
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| StitchinWitch |
Posted - Jul 17 2021 : 12:04:58 PM
Almost forgot -- Tracking number is 9505 5159 0398 1196 2548 76
Judith
7932 FGOTM 6/21
I'm old and I do wear purple |
| StitchinWitch |
Posted - Jul 14 2021 : 1:12:28 PM
As usual I'm running late. I had to get a new box so it will resume its journey tomorrow.
Judith
7932 FGOTM 6/21
I'm old and I do wear purple |
| LauraBell |
Posted - Jul 10 2021 : 05:29:32 AM
Good morning - and good news!
I do still love our post office :) looking forward to our 13th box - I have extended our dates a bit due to summer activities. Just two spots left.
Hope y’all have a great weekend,
Laura
Happy to be Farmgirl Sister #7286 |
| StitchinWitch |
Posted - Jul 09 2021 : 11:40:08 PM
I can't believe it -- the post office actually delivered something early! The box was waiting for me on the front porch this morning. My faith in mankind is being restored...
I found treasure. I also found a couple of items I had put in the previous box so I removed them to my Goodwill box to make room to put newer things in. I'll get it off on its journey probably Tuesday.
Judith
7932 FGOTM 6/21
I'm old and I do wear purple |
| StitchinWitch |
Posted - Jul 07 2021 : 8:59:43 PM
Thank you Debbie. According to USPS it will be here Monday. I have a space cleared for it and goodies to add.
Judith
7932 FGOTM 6/21
I'm old and I do wear purple |
| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Jul 07 2021 : 6:01:38 PM
Judith it is on the way. Here is the tracking number 9505 5148 7716 1188 4022 73. Enjoy.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February 2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple !!
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| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Jul 02 2021 : 5:59:50 PM
Thank you Judith.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February 2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple !!
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| StitchinWitch |
Posted - Jul 02 2021 : 2:50:59 PM
Debbie -- No hurries, no worries. I have plenty to keep me busy until it arrives.
Judith
7932
Happiness is Homemade |
| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Jul 02 2021 : 2:31:05 PM
Still have the box as I needed a new box as the other one fell apart. My little post office will get me the needed box. I will let you know when I ship.
Have a safe and happy 4th of July .
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February 2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple !!
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| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Jun 26 2021 : 05:52:48 AM
Box arrived late yesterday Marie, thank you. Will go through it today.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February 2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple !!
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| churunga |
Posted - Jun 25 2021 : 07:45:58 AM
Give it time. We can all slow down right now.
Marie
Sister #5142
Farmgirl of the Month May 2014
Try everything once and the fun things twice. |
| LauraBell |
Posted - Jun 25 2021 : 05:52:29 AM
Yay! Looks like you found some treasures in our box.
I've posted the 13th box - sign ups are a little slow but it's summertime and we might all be staying cool and spending some relaxing time in our gardens and with our family.
Have a great weekend everyone!
Laura
Happy to be Farmgirl Sister #7286 |
| churunga |
Posted - Jun 24 2021 : 10:26:44 PM
I sent the box out two days ago to Darlene (BlessedinColorado). The tracking number is 9505515426811174597601 and should arrive on June 28th.
I found a few things I wanted.
Of course I just had to have the yarn and the shawl pattern. These will be used together. Look for some shirts made out of the swap fabric in the future. The Sparkler quilt instructions are a variation on the log cabin square which also may contain some swap fabric. I grew up using Aunt Martha's iron on embroidery patterns. I just couldn't resist. I loved the little dolls in the box and couldn't take them because I didn't know how to use them. They are very pretty. I added some patterns, a kit and a few small things.
Marie
Sister #5142
Farmgirl of the Month May 2014
Try everything once and the fun things twice. |
| StitchinWitch |
Posted - Jun 19 2021 : 5:34:28 PM
Marie -- Get some sleep! The box will not melt.
I just thought it's travels were interesting. From Deary to Washington, back to Deary, then on it's journey to you. The post office could sure have eliminated a couple of trips. No wonder they are having problems. What they need is a good dose of common sense.
Judith
7932
Happiness is Homemade |
| churunga |
Posted - Jun 19 2021 : 4:08:45 PM
Yes, I have received it. I can't open it until sometime on Monday. I've worked 5 zombie shifts in a row and tonight is my last one for a week. Please forgive me. My whole life is out of whack.
Marie
Sister #5142
Farmgirl of the Month May 2014
Try everything once and the fun things twice. |
| StitchinWitch |
Posted - Jun 19 2021 : 3:26:50 PM
LMAO -- Just for fun (and to avoid housework) I looked up the tracking number to see how the box journey was proceeding. Fortunately it was apparently delivered.
Judith
7932
Happiness is Homemade |
| JeanP |
Posted - Jun 16 2021 : 11:28:46 AM
Hello crafty gals . . . Here's an update on the wandering 12th Traveling Craft Box. It left Deary, Idaho on June 10 and spent two days in Spokane. Then it meandered over to Kent, Washington its last known resting spot. I received a tracking notice this morning telling me it would be arriving late but no indication as to where it was actually located at the moment. Let's all keep our fingers crossed and hope the USPS Guardian Angels are looking after it and will get it to Marie soon.
jean
"However difficult life may seem, there is always something you can do and succeed at."
. . . .Stephen Hawking |
