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Holidays:  Old Fashioned Valentine Card swap  |
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junebug
True Blue Farmgirl
2421 Posts
Sue
West Plains,
Mo.
USA
2421 Posts |
 Posted - Dec 27 2007 : 04:06:21 AM
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Thank you MB for doing this, I'll have time this weekend to post my album, I may need your help to remind me how to post here. You are right, we did have more than 30 last year and like you, I too have been making cards ever since the Valentine swap and I really enjoy it! Glad to have you back on board Tina, this is such a fun way to get creative!
Visit me at my blogs:
www.countrypleasures.blogspot.com
My Etsy store:
www.heart2home.etsy.com
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KYgurlsrbest
True Blue Farmgirl
4853 Posts
Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
4853 Posts |
Posted - Dec 27 2007 : 06:03:36 AM
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I'm super excited! In fact, I'm going over to my favorite little notions store to pick up some items today. It's going to be another long weekend, and they're predicting COLD temperatures, so I think I may have some downtime to make up some "prototypes" !
Farmgirl Sister #80, thanks to a very special farmgirl from the Bluegrass..."She was built like a watch, a study in balance ... with a neck and head so refined, like a drawing by DaVinci"...
NY Newsday sportswriter Bill Nack describing filly, Ruffian.
http://www.buyhandmade.org/ |
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lilyblossom
True Blue Farmgirl
416 Posts
Donna
Evansville
IN
USA
416 Posts |
Posted - Dec 28 2007 : 07:42:44 AM
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Okay...don't laugh...I've never made handmade cards before. I would love to join...just don't expect anything fancy!
Donna...transplanted southerner, farmgirl sister #86 |
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junebug
True Blue Farmgirl
2421 Posts
Sue
West Plains,
Mo.
USA
2421 Posts |
Posted - Dec 28 2007 : 12:29:04 PM
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Not laughing Donna, at all! The fun part about this swap, is were all getting a very personal peice of art from a fellow farmgirl, you don't have to be a artist, after all, we've all got a little artist in us, it just needs a outlet! The cards can be anything you want them to be, from a regular size card to a one sided type. Just let your creative juices flow with the fun! Glad to have you join us, and I'll be posting some photos from last year too to give you some ideas, so stay tuned!
Visit me at my blogs:
www.countrypleasures.blogspot.com
My Etsy store:
www.heart2home.etsy.com
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sewgirlie
True Blue Farmgirl
1894 Posts
Sheryl-lyn
Calverton
NY
USA
1894 Posts |
Posted - Dec 28 2007 : 5:10:25 PM
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I had a ball doing this one last year!! Count me in too! I still have all of mine from last year. Thanks for hosting it. It will be even better this year since I know most of you even more and can put faces and other posts to your names. YAY!
My new blog!!
http://downtoearthliving.blogspot.com/ |
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kydeere40744
True Blue Farmgirl
1132 Posts
Jessica
Kentucky
USA
1132 Posts |
Posted - Dec 28 2007 : 7:43:30 PM
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Have we set a cutoff date to sign up? That way we know how many to make? also who do we send our mailing addy to?? I forgot to ask that in my last post. I've got some ideas floating in my head. :)
Thanks!
~Jessica in Kentucky & Miss Wilma's Niece~
Gardening is a way of showing that you believe in tomorrow... |
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downbranchroad
True Blue Farmgirl
374 Posts
Joy
Southern
KY
USA
374 Posts |
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Celticheart
True Blue Farmgirl
811 Posts
Marcia
WA
USA
811 Posts |
Posted - Dec 29 2007 : 01:18:30 AM
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I want to play too, please
Marcia
"Nature always has the last laugh." Mrs. Greenthumbs
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downbranchroad
True Blue Farmgirl
374 Posts
Joy
Southern
KY
USA
374 Posts |
Posted - Dec 29 2007 : 04:17:25 AM
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Sue,
Believe it or not, I have jumped on the blog band wagon. I done my first entry last night! Mine looks so simple. I need advice on how to add a few things. There is so much I dont know how to do but I think I will enjoy it. Thanks for encouraging me.
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Originally posted by junebug
Joy, I just sent you a email trying to convince you to start a blog, hope you do! And glad to have you here and in the Valentine swap too! Thanks Marybeth, I knew you would come to my rescue, not sure when I'll get a chance to post a pic of the album? Your so kind! We've got a good start on a list, will keep it open a bit longer, so sign up and join the fun!
Visit me at my blogs:
www.countrypleasures.blogspot.com
My Etsy store:
www.heart2home.etsy.com
Appalachian Girl
Jem
http://downbranchroad.blogspot.com |
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JenniferJuniper
True Blue Farmgirl
359 Posts
Jennifer
New Hampshire
USA
359 Posts |
Posted - Dec 29 2007 : 07:00:42 AM
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| If there is still room on this swap, I want in! I had so much fun making these last year, it made me feel like a kid again! ...though that long-buried urge to eat the paste was overwhelming...;>) |
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downbranchroad
True Blue Farmgirl
374 Posts
Joy
Southern
KY
USA
374 Posts |
Posted - Dec 29 2007 : 07:16:32 AM
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Jennifer, you silly girl. I had forgotten about that urge to eat paste. Thanks for that little trip down memory lane. lol
Appalachian Girl
Jem
http://downbranchroad.blogspot.com |
Edited by - downbranchroad on Dec 29 2007 07:22:25 AM |
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Tina Michelle
True Blue Farmgirl
6948 Posts
Tina
sunshine state
FL
USA
6948 Posts |
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junebug
True Blue Farmgirl
2421 Posts
Sue
West Plains,
Mo.
USA
2421 Posts |
Posted - Dec 29 2007 : 2:13:37 PM
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So happy to see more join us here! I'll leave it open till the 4th so everyone has sometime to get in. I'm also hosting a drawing for all who join in the card swap, I'll be giving away a brand new cookbook on desserts, just in time for Valentines day baking. So please start sending my your addy and info. and I'll start a folder, once the swap is closed I'll send out the list to everyone and we can get busy making and sending handmade valentines just like they used to do! And Joy, I"m so glad you started a blog, if you need any help just email me and I'll help in any way! Can't wait to check it out, off to do that now! Welcome all, this will be a blast!!
Visit me at my blogs:
www.countrypleasures.blogspot.com
My Etsy store:
www.heart2home.etsy.com
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9324 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9324 Posts |
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9324 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9324 Posts |
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Tina Michelle
True Blue Farmgirl
6948 Posts
Tina
sunshine state
FL
USA
6948 Posts |
Posted - Dec 29 2007 : 7:19:59 PM
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oh check out your local hobby lobby or michael's art and crafts supply..or even a local scrap booking supply place for papers if you'd like.
you can use things like craft stamps...again Michaels or Hobby Lobby are great for these.
or a fun and cute idea is to actually cut apart an apple and use it as a "stamp" by putting craft paint on the sliced in half apple..this makes cute "you are the apple of my eye" cards.
by the way..the apple prints also make cute, cute tea towels as well.
Shoot ..you can even use your thumb print or finger prints dipped in paint or ink to create little "critters" too..fun and whimsical.
you can also get card stock from your local office supply store..fold a regular sheet of card stock in half..cut then fold in half again..these make a nice sized card. Then decorate with bits of lace and what not.And they fit well in the invitation sized envelopes once you cut the card stock in half.
Sometimes Target department store sells glitter glues and Valentine themed items this time of year at the front of the store in their $1.00 item section.(sort of like their "stocking stuffer section" at the front of the store) Last year I found pink and red and gold and silver glitter glue packages there as well as cupid and heart mini paper punches.
This time of year you can also find the paper doily hearts at Michaels and Hobby Lobby..these make cute card embellishments.Can be embellished with stickers and so forth.
It doesn't have to get elaborate or expensive.."made from the heart" is what matters.
And that's what this is about.."being who you are"... And simply.."sharing the love" across the miles with your farm girl sisters.
~Seize the Day! Live, Love, Laugh~
visit me at:
http://gardengoose.blogspot.com/
and at www.stliving.net
you can also check out my etsy shops at:http://GardenGooseGifts.etsy.com |
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lilyblossom
True Blue Farmgirl
416 Posts
Donna
Evansville
IN
USA
416 Posts |
Posted - Dec 30 2007 : 06:46:34 AM
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Tina, thanks for the supply information. Now to make my shopping list for the craft store and go shopping!
I am getting really excited about making cards for everyone!!
Donna...transplanted southerner, farmgirl sister #86 |
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junebug
True Blue Farmgirl
2421 Posts
Sue
West Plains,
Mo.
USA
2421 Posts |
Posted - Dec 30 2007 : 06:47:45 AM
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Denise, Tina covered it pretty good, but if your like me and don't have a Hobby Lobby or Michaels close by, I do have a scrapbook store and I cut and paste ( never ate it but oh so funny Joy) from magazines, or look up images online and print off. And as far as info goes, I need your name, addy, screen name and email addy, just in case! Thanks to all who have sent theirs in already! And remember, you have a chance at that yummy dessert book too!
Visit me at my blogs:
www.countrypleasures.blogspot.com
My Etsy store:
www.heart2home.etsy.com
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Marybeth
True Blue Farmgirl
6418 Posts
Mary Beth
Stanwood
Wa 98292
USA
6418 Posts |
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amyartgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
991 Posts
Amy
Junction City
Ohio
USA
991 Posts |
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junebug
True Blue Farmgirl
2421 Posts
Sue
West Plains,
Mo.
USA
2421 Posts |
Posted - Dec 30 2007 : 2:12:49 PM
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No, sorry MB, not that book. It's the Pillsbury Bake off winners cookbook and it's full of yummy desserts that would be perfect for Vday! I got 2 by mistake from a bookclub order so I kept it thinking it would make a good gift but a giveaway is even better!
Visit me at my blogs:
www.countrypleasures.blogspot.com
My Etsy store:
www.heart2home.etsy.com
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yellojewl
True Blue Farmgirl
72 Posts
Amber
Hurley
MO
USA
72 Posts |
Posted - Dec 30 2007 : 4:45:52 PM
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Hello, all
I'd like to join the Valentine's swap this year. I missed it last year. I've been away from the chat room for awhile dealing with life stuff. I'm glad to be back on though. |
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junebug
True Blue Farmgirl
2421 Posts
Sue
West Plains,
Mo.
USA
2421 Posts |
Posted - Dec 31 2007 : 05:52:11 AM
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Glad to have you back Amber and welcome to the swap! Get creative with us and you will have fun for sure and have a chance at that new dessert cookbook too! I've posted a couple of photos of the album I made last year and a sample of valentines on my blog yesterday since I can't remember how to post them here, help MB!!! The new issue of Romantic Homes and Victoria both have some lovely ideas for Valentines too. Also, I wanted to mention if your making your own envelopes like I did last year, be sure to have them legal size for the post office, I had many come back last year as being too small.
Visit me at my blogs:
www.countrypleasures.blogspot.com
My Etsy store:
www.heart2home.etsy.com
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kydeere40744
True Blue Farmgirl
1132 Posts
Jessica
Kentucky
USA
1132 Posts |
Posted - Dec 31 2007 : 09:05:32 AM
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I'm getting ready to head out and get some goodies to make some cards. I can't wait to get started on them. :)
~Jessica in Kentucky & Miss Wilma's Niece~
Gardening is a way of showing that you believe in tomorrow... |
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junebug
True Blue Farmgirl
2421 Posts
Sue
West Plains,
Mo.
USA
2421 Posts |
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Holidays: Old Fashioned Valentine Card swap |
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Old Fashioned Valentine Card swap
