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| cmandle |
Posted - Apr 09 2007 : 08:37:40 AM
This is a new swap that I just found through a friend's blog:
http://hogwarts-sock-swap.blogspot.com/2007_03_01_archive.html
For Knitters who are also Harry Potter fans and can't wait to read the 7th book this summer! I'm terribly excited about this one...fun!
Catherine (Hufflepuff)
My Blog: http://yogurtandgranola.blogspot.com
My Etsy Shop: http://yogurtandgranola.etsy.com |
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| daffodil dreamer |
Posted - Jun 24 2007 : 11:27:04 PM
Hi Megan,
Yes, we are planning to move back home by the end of the year. I haven't made a big deal of it yet (I don't want to jinx it!!) But once we have all the info and things are more definite, I will post an actual topic here to let everyone know! It is very exciting, but still a while off yet.
Best wishes,
Jayne |
| shmeg |
Posted - Jun 23 2007 : 10:32:59 AM
I do have one, I ordered two. One for me and one for you. But don't worry about, I'll find it a good home. I just have to think of soemthing else for you...
So, are you planning to move back towards your parents'? That would be nice. Talk to you soon.
-Megan |
| daffodil dreamer |
Posted - Jun 23 2007 : 12:53:37 AM
Oh Megan,
You are so sweet to have got me the book! That is just too much. It is great though - have you already got a copy; just keep it for yourself!
I'm still organising my parcel too. We have just put our house on the market, so, like Georgann, our house has been turned upside down to try and make it presentable for home opens. Not that it was a tip or anything, but I found it really hard to find enough cupboards, drawers and trunks to hide all my craft projects and related stuff away in!!
Best wishes,
Jayne |
| shmeg |
Posted - Jun 22 2007 : 05:58:01 AM
Oh Jayne,
I'm kicking myself for not getting your package to you sooner. I got you the charmed knits books too. I've had it for awhile now but haven't had the rest ready to send. Oh well. Is there a project in there you'd like some yarn for maybe? Maybe there is another knitting Harry Potter fan farmgirl that would like the book. Let me know if there is a project in that book you really like, ok. Talk to you soon.
-Megan |
| daffodil dreamer |
Posted - Jun 21 2007 : 9:55:34 PM
Thanks Catherine,
I went and bought the book - how could I resist! Boy, if I could crochet, there is even a pattern for the fantastical ruffled housecoat that Molly wears in Chamber of Secrets - I love it!
And I do love the owl too; I love owls. My little boy also loves owls, but I'm not sure if that is just me rubbing off on him! His favourite book at the moment is Owl Moon by Jane Yolen - it is a lovely book.
Best wishes (and not long to go now! Order of the Phoenix is at the movies here on July 5 - not sure if I should go and veto it before my 11 year old goes; although I dn't know how I could get away with not letting her go, as I wouldn't want to miss out!)
Jayne |
| cmandle |
Posted - Jun 06 2007 : 05:51:43 AM
It IS great! I was lucky enough to receive it from our fantastic KitchenWitch and what a treat! (Sorry I haven't mentioned that recently.) It's filled with fun projects. I love the initial sweaters and may just make one for Jackson with a big "J" in the middle like Harry's "H" sweater. I also LOVE the knit Errol Owl. Too cute!
Love the ideas you all are coming up with for this swap! Magical Farmgirls are so creative.
Catherine :)
My Blog: http://yogurtandgranola.blogspot.com
My Etsy Shop: http://yogurtandgranola.etsy.com
Buy Nothing Summer Blog: http://buynothingsummer.blogspot.com |
| daffodil dreamer |
Posted - Jun 06 2007 : 05:42:12 AM
Hi Megan and Georgann,
That is really sweet to send me something, Georgann - I will email you my address.
Megan, candy would come through customs fine - I think the rules are as long as it is commercially packaged. I have been sent tea, biscuits, pecans and chocolate by farmgirls and they all got through.
I succumbed and ordered the Harry Potter knits book that Catherine was talking about. It looked good on amazon and I couldn't resist!
Best wishes,
Jayne |
| shmeg |
Posted - Jun 04 2007 : 05:10:02 AM
Georgann, I love that book cover. I'm sure the costume will be great, too! I have Jayne's package almost ready, just working on a few more little things. Are a few candy treats, ok to put in there?
-Megan |
| Aunt George |
Posted - Jun 04 2007 : 01:57:05 AM
No rush! Oh, and Jayne, I'll have a little something to send your way too. I'm doing one thing for the three of we "adult" HP fans, so if you wouldn't mind sending me your address again, would really appreciate it!!
http://auntgeorgeshouse.blogspot.com/index.html
http://auntgeorge.etsy.com
Thanks for checking out my apron and sewing musings! |
| daffodil dreamer |
Posted - Jun 03 2007 : 11:26:11 PM
Georgann,
That is so great! Can't wait to see the costume. I am still thinking up things, but will send by the end of June. Is that OK with all?
Best wishes,
Jayne |
| Kati |
Posted - Jun 03 2007 : 5:34:31 PM
LOL After taking all 3 quizzes (though I'd done sorting-hat.com's quiz previously) I was placed in Ravenclaw unanimously by all 3. *grin* Quite all right by me, as I'd previously made myself a scarf in Ravenclaw (book) colors.
For my fellow farmgirls who don't knit, but love scarves, may I strongly suggest a knitting-loom. And the plus is that it creates tube-scarves, so they're doubly thick for cold winter weather!
Wish I had the patience to try knitting socks. But then again, I wear socks as infrequently as possible, so.... *shrug*
Would love to see pics of everybody's completed socks & scarves & whatever other HP apparel anybody makes. |
| Aunt George |
Posted - Jun 03 2007 : 4:25:52 PM
LOL....I really thought you had 7! PHew.....I was really going to have to get busy. Wanted to show you what the girls and I did today. It is a book cover for one of the Harry Potter books: Prizoner of Azakaban. Hannah is doing a skit from it in school tomorrow. She is Professor Trelawney. Her costume is really cute too!!
Here is her textbook:
We have a big skeleton key that she is going to wear tied onto a belt that we made. I'll take photos of her tomorrow and put it on my blog. She is such a huge HP fan.
Anyway, thought this was really cute...the girls ideas and I helped.
I know exactly what we will do for the exchange and the girls and I are really excited about putting it together!!
G
http://auntgeorgeshouse.blogspot.com/index.html
http://auntgeorge.etsy.com
Thanks for checking out my apron and sewing musings! |
| shmeg |
Posted - Jun 03 2007 : 07:41:13 AM
Hi Georgann,
I DON'T have seven kids!! Yikes, I can barely keep up with the ones I do have. I have three and two step-kids as well. My step-daughters are only here every other weekend. Please don't feel like you have to send something for all of them! I'll tell you the ages: Juniper is 2, Seth is 4, Camden is 8 (almost 9). My step-kids are Meka, 11, and Kailah, 13.
I think you can do this however works bet for you. I know we just wanted to involve the kids somehow since Harry Potter seems to be exciting for them as well as us! So whether you'd rather focus on the kids or focus on the mom with a few "tuck-ins" for the kids is entirely up to you. Let me know if you need any other info about our family. And like I said you don't need to send something for all 5 kids, they can share, and frankly the older two don't even have to know about it (does that make me a bad, step-mom?). Just have fun!!! |
| Aunt George |
Posted - Jun 03 2007 : 07:18:36 AM
Megan and Jayne,
I guess we are all still on?
Megan do you really have 7 kids? If so, I had better get busy on something!!!! Yikes!!
I only have 2 ages 7 and 9, both girls. The younger is reading the HP novels and is about to start #6 in anticipation of the release of #7
I have finally tied up lots of my loose ends and finished some major projects, so I am ready to get started!!
Tell me again, what exactly are we doing? Do I make something for each of your children Megan or just for you and then have little tuck ins for the kids?
Oh, Jayne, please dear keep it very simple and lightweight!! Postage is killer!!!!!!!! My girls and I love to read, so bookmarks are always a wonderful choice!!
http://auntgeorgeshouse.blogspot.com/index.html
http://auntgeorge.etsy.com
Thanks for checking out my apron and sewing musings! |
| shmeg |
Posted - Jun 03 2007 : 05:25:50 AM
HI Jayne and Georgann! So glad to see you on the forum again, Jayne. Your package is almost ready to send. I'm just working on a few loose ends and something for your son. This has been really fun and I really hope that you will like it. We are going to a Harry Potter release party at our local book shop. Wish I could sew to make us some costumes like you did last year. Hope you both are doing well!
Megan |
| daffodil dreamer |
Posted - Jun 02 2007 : 9:40:27 PM
Hi Megan and Georgann,
I haven't been on for a while - sorry. I too am collecting some things, Georgann could you please email me with your girls names, ages, favourite colours and any other info you think would be useful!
Best wishes,
Jayne |
| shmeg |
Posted - May 17 2007 : 06:14:56 AM
I just wanted to touch base with my other two Hogwart swappers. t has been awhile. How is everyone doing? I have soem things coming along nicely for Jayne's package! Can't wait to have it all done and put together. Hope all is well with both of you.
-Megan |
| shmeg |
Posted - Apr 23 2007 : 10:08:52 AM
Jayne, I don't know if you tried to e-mail me back or not. My e-mail has been down for days so I just wanted to say that it was back up and running now in case you tried. Georgann, did you get my last e-mail? I'm not sure when things stopped working, so I thought I'd double check. Hope all is well with everyone!
-Megan |
| daffodil dreamer |
Posted - Apr 16 2007 : 11:28:24 PM
Thanks, Megan,
I would love to send to Georgann - sounds great to me. Georgann, just email me with some info on your girls. I got my girls to do the sorting hat quiz; maybe you could do that and let me know their houses. Or else their favourite colours, interests, do they collect anything? And you of course! Which house are you, or what are your favourite colours.
Best wishes,
Jayne |
| shmeg |
Posted - Apr 16 2007 : 1:43:36 PM
Ok ladies, so it looks like our group is back down to the original three. Sorry you two can't join us but I totally understand. So, do you still want to do Me to Jayne, Jayne to Georgann, Georgann to me? I got both of your e-mails and will respond soon. Our power has been out most of the day.
-Megan |
| birdie |
Posted - Apr 16 2007 : 10:17:17 AM
I'm sorry to do this, but I need to bow out as well. I'm having a hard time getting things done lately...spreading myself to thin! :)
Maybe next time. thanks gals! |
| Aunt George |
Posted - Apr 16 2007 : 12:09:09 AM
Kristina,
That is okay! Thanks for letting us know...I know what it is like to be busy...Good Luck on those socks, sure wish I could knit.
So Megan, I guess I shall be sending to you. Could you send me an email with your particulars? *g*
Georgann
http://auntgeorgeshouse.blogspot.com/index.html
Thanks for checking out my apron and sewing musings! |
| KitchenWitch |
Posted - Apr 15 2007 : 12:15:54 PM
Megan and all, I think I should beg off this one, sorry to say. I know myself well enough to know that now is not a good time to commit to a creative package--too much already in the hopper with my cousin's baby blanket, work, etc.  Hope this doesn't mess up the plan...
I'll be back to participate when I've knit my first pair of "test" socks! In the meantime, I know you'll have a blast. 
Live joyfully, deliberately, simply, abundantly. |
| daffodil dreamer |
Posted - Apr 14 2007 : 8:44:19 PM
Hi Megan,
Sounds excellent! I'm glad you took the lead on this swap - I am one of those indecisive types who would spend so long checking in with everyone rather than just making the decisions and finalising it!
My girls are away at the moment, but I will email you soon, but they do both read a lot so I think the bookmarks are a great idea.
Best wishes,
Jayne |
| shmeg |
Posted - Apr 14 2007 : 06:25:57 AM
Ok fellow potter fans, here is the tentative plan: (Guess I did kind of take the lead on this, hope that is ok)
I will send to Jayne(daffodil dreamer)
Jayne to Birdie
Birdie to Aunt George
Aunt George to Kitchen Witch
Kitchen Witch to me(shmeg)
Kitchen Witch, let me know if you have changed your mind and don't want in. So, we will put together a package with some Harry Potter themed items. I think the only real guidelines we've come up with is that there be some things included for our kids (if applicable) and one thing for mom. If you don't have kids or if they are too young or too old to care, then you get all the fun stuff! I think the deadline is pretty loose as well, but Early June seems to sound good to everyone. Let's e-mail our partners with addresses and if you want to know what your partner and their kids liek about HP, what house they would be sorted into, favorite hogwarts subject, anything like that, we can e-mail her and get that info so you can put together an awesome, magical package! OK, love this! How does that sound. Did I forget anything>
-Megan |
