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*Farmgirl Barter™:  old hand written recipes to trade  |
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mellaisbella
True Blue Farmgirl
1862 Posts
melanie
living on Anne of Green
Gables land
Canada
1862 Posts |
 Posted - Mar 05 2008 : 10:16:16 AM
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Last summer I went to a yard sale and bought a huge box of recipe books. Slowly over the winter, I have been perusing through them all. I came across hundreds of clipped recipes and handwritten ones too.
There is a great story that goes with this all. While I was purchasing items at this yard sale, I got talking to the lady that was selling it all. She was about my age and very friendly. WE got talking and it turns out that she was selling all of these items belonging to her family that was killed in a car accident several years ago. Yikes!!
After talking to her for awhile I left thinking of the story that she told me. Some time after that I found several hand written letters with recipes on them froma daughter to her mother. i thought that for sure this must be the girl that I bought the books from.
A few weeks later, I saw her at a flea market. She approached me and asked me how I liked the recipes. (I recognized her, but didn't think that she would remember me and I was supprised when she did)
I told her about the letters and she said that indeed they were from her to her mother and she didn't eevn know that they still exsisted. I made arrangements to get them to her and did.
Now......I am willing to barter these excess recipes (Mary-Ellen, the girl does not want them, I asked her first) What I would like to barter for is for any hand written recipes of yours.. or perhaps you are spring cleaning like me and have recipe clippings that you no longer want.
I have a whole shoe box full, enough for quite a few trades...just let me know if you are interested.
"learn to watch snails" SARK |
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mellaisbella
True Blue Farmgirl
1862 Posts
melanie
living on Anne of Green
Gables land
Canada
1862 Posts |
Posted - Mar 07 2008 : 10:48:07 AM
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I can't believe that no one is interested in these treasures. oh well....
"learn to watch snails" SARK |
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katie-ell
True Blue Farmgirl
1818 Posts
Katie
Illinois
1818 Posts |
Posted - Mar 07 2008 : 11:29:03 AM
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Let me see if I have any recipes to share with you. I love old hand-written 'receipts' -- are these on recipe cards or lined paper?
www.youaretoocreative.blogspot.com |
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mellaisbella
True Blue Farmgirl
1862 Posts
melanie
living on Anne of Green
Gables land
Canada
1862 Posts |
Posted - Mar 08 2008 : 05:55:08 AM
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they are on lined paper or bits of re-used paper. I have a feeling that this lady re-used everything:)
"learn to watch snails" SARK |
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mima
True Blue Farmgirl
1573 Posts
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Posted - Mar 08 2008 : 07:45:56 AM
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Okay!!! I'll bite!! I may have some old ones too!!! i also have loads of vintage aprons!!! Whats your favorite color?? Hey did you get your cookbooks?????
"No pessimist ever discovered the secrets of the stars,or sailed to an uncharted land or opened a new heaven to the human spirit." Helen Keller |
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mellaisbella
True Blue Farmgirl
1862 Posts
melanie
living on Anne of Green
Gables land
Canada
1862 Posts |
Posted - Mar 09 2008 : 09:39:14 AM
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Well hello Debi!! Yes, I got them this morning!!!WOW they are great and I will definately be making some of the recipes this week. Thanks!
I must say though, I'm sorry that I was a bit late sending yours out, so you should get them soon.
As for this swap....blue or green are my favourite colours and I package up a big 'ol envelope of recipes for you!!
"learn to watch snails" SARK |
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MagnoliaWhisper
True Blue Farmgirl
2817 Posts
Heather
Haysville
Kansas
USA
2817 Posts |
Posted - Mar 09 2008 : 11:43:27 AM
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GREAT idea!
You know what I did, was I went and got picture frames, and I gave out recipe cards to all my friends and family, and had them write their favorite recipes on them, and I framed them, and decorated my kitchen with them!
It really is meaningful to me, since they are not only these peoples signature recipes, but their actual hand writing, I'll have forever! |
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mellaisbella
True Blue Farmgirl
1862 Posts
melanie
living on Anne of Green
Gables land
Canada
1862 Posts |
Posted - Mar 11 2008 : 04:22:53 AM
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Heather
That would be such a nice gift idea, especially for new brides. Thanks!
"learn to watch snails" SARK |
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MagnoliaWhisper
True Blue Farmgirl
2817 Posts
Heather
Haysville
Kansas
USA
2817 Posts |
Posted - Mar 11 2008 : 08:25:03 AM
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| Welcome. :) It was cheap decor for my kitchen. lol :) |
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Crafty Chic
True Blue Farmgirl
64 Posts
Melissa
West Plains
MO
USA
64 Posts |
Posted - Mar 14 2008 : 08:16:37 AM
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If you have any recipes left, I will go through mine and see what I can find.
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mellaisbella
True Blue Farmgirl
1862 Posts
melanie
living on Anne of Green
Gables land
Canada
1862 Posts |
Posted - Mar 14 2008 : 7:59:34 PM
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Hey Melissa, still have lots to trade!
"learn to watch snails" SARK |
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April
True Blue Farmgirl
61 Posts
April
Knoxville
TN
USA
61 Posts |
Posted - Mar 14 2008 : 8:08:49 PM
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Hey, I am new here, but I saw your trade and would love to get in on this trade! It is such a sweet story from where they came from.
April~
www.abbysweets.blogspot.com
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mellaisbella
True Blue Farmgirl
1862 Posts
melanie
living on Anne of Green
Gables land
Canada
1862 Posts |
Posted - Mar 16 2008 : 3:42:38 PM
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April, you're right, I think the story adds to the charm.
"learn to watch snails" SARK |
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mellaisbella
True Blue Farmgirl
1862 Posts
melanie
living on Anne of Green
Gables land
Canada
1862 Posts |
Posted - Jun 06 2008 : 05:28:11 AM
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HEy gals, I kinda forgot about this thread until I was sorting out a box in the spare rooma nd found some more of these recipes. If anyone is still interested, I'll send these out!
"learn to watch snails" SARK |
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Nigella
True Blue Farmgirl
386 Posts
Nigella
Chimacum
WA
USA
386 Posts |
Posted - Jun 07 2008 : 12:56:10 PM
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| Hi Jo, if you still have some of the handwritten recipes I would love them! I purchased a beautiful old recipe box at a second hand store a few months back filled with beautifully handwritten and type-writer typed recipes and I'm in love! I adore cooking with these old recipes, I like to think about the woman- whoever she was and about how she collected all those recipes so she could cook wonderful meals for her family. Anyway, let me know if I could barter/buy them! I don't know what I could barter for... I'm totally new at this.... Thank you!! |
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mellaisbella
True Blue Farmgirl
1862 Posts
melanie
living on Anne of Green
Gables land
Canada
1862 Posts |
Posted - Jun 19 2008 : 3:33:08 PM
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April and Melissa, I just e-mailed you. Nigella, I sent out your receipes the other day. And Debi, if you would still like some, please e-mail me...Thanks, Melanie
"learn to watch snails" SARK |
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Ga Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
2355 Posts
Karen
Meansville
Ga.
USA
2355 Posts |
Posted - Jun 19 2008 : 5:55:49 PM
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| Hey Melanie, Id love to get some of the recipes also. I have my grandmothers old recipe box and my granny has sent me several through the years. I dont know what I could barter with unless you would like a copy of some of my recipes. Or maybe you could give me an idea of something you would like. Thanks Karen |
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mellaisbella
True Blue Farmgirl
1862 Posts
melanie
living on Anne of Green
Gables land
Canada
1862 Posts |
Posted - Jun 20 2008 : 1:20:19 PM
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Sure Karen
We could swap some recipes....I'll send you some of these ones and you could copy some of your grannies....how many would you like? is 10 okay?
"learn to watch snails" SARK |
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Ga Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
2355 Posts
Karen
Meansville
Ga.
USA
2355 Posts |
Posted - Jun 20 2008 : 1:36:59 PM
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| Wow that would be great!! Thanks you can email me and send me your add. and Ill send you some as well. Thanks so much! Karen |
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Nigella
True Blue Farmgirl
386 Posts
Nigella
Chimacum
WA
USA
386 Posts |
Posted - Jun 26 2008 : 3:25:43 PM
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Hi Melanie,
Thank you soooo much I just received the recipes! Wonderful! I will get to writing some up for you this weekend and into next week. I'm taking my vacation time so I'll be able to just relax in the sunshine (fingers crossed on the sunshine part!) and write away! Thank you again I love to swap recipes too!!! |
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mellaisbella
True Blue Farmgirl
1862 Posts
melanie
living on Anne of Green
Gables land
Canada
1862 Posts |
Posted - Jun 26 2008 : 4:43:23 PM
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Hi Nigella
Glad you got them!! Will look forward to receiving yours:)
"learn to watch snails" SARK |
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Ga Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
2355 Posts
Karen
Meansville
Ga.
USA
2355 Posts |
Posted - Jul 02 2008 : 05:45:33 AM
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Hey Melanie, just wondering if you have gotten the recipes? The p.o. said it would take about a week. Let me know when you get them. Thanks Karen
Create in me a pure heart,O God and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Psalms 51:10 http://farmgirlingastyle.blogspot.com/ |
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mellaisbella
True Blue Farmgirl
1862 Posts
melanie
living on Anne of Green
Gables land
Canada
1862 Posts |
Posted - Jul 02 2008 : 06:04:51 AM
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Hi Karen....not yet, but I will be looking forward to getting them!! I'll sure let you know. Thanks
"learn to watch snails" SARK |
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mellaisbella
True Blue Farmgirl
1862 Posts
melanie
living on Anne of Green
Gables land
Canada
1862 Posts |
Posted - Jul 03 2008 : 05:42:07 AM
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Hi KAren.....WOW!!! I just went to the mailbox and found your package. LOVE LOVE LOVE Them!! Thanks for telling me who each person is. It will be so neat when I make them to know who they came from......I think I'll write a wee note on each one. That way, I'll always know where they came from and generations from now won't be confused. LOL!!
"learn to watch snails" SARK |
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Ga Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
2355 Posts
Karen
Meansville
Ga.
USA
2355 Posts |
Posted - Jul 03 2008 : 05:50:35 AM
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Hope you will enjoy! Thought I'd send you a cookbook from Ga. I don't think you will start sayin Yall just by eat southern food lol. Have a great day, Karen
Create in me a pure heart,O God and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Psalms 51:10 http://farmgirlingastyle.blogspot.com/ |
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mellaisbella
True Blue Farmgirl
1862 Posts
melanie
living on Anne of Green
Gables land
Canada
1862 Posts |
Posted - Jul 03 2008 : 05:55:21 AM
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Yes, thanks for the cookbook too...I collect cookbooks and have approx 220 (221 now LOL!!) I have always wanted to see the South it seems so beautiful!
"learn to watch snails" SARK |
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*Farmgirl Barter™: old hand written recipes to trade |
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old hand written recipes to trade
