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Claude09647
True Blue Farmgirl
761 Posts
Claudia
Our Dairy Farm
Pennsylvania
USA
761 Posts |
 Posted - Jul 28 2009 : 7:29:41 PM
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Ok, so i see all these threads to swap this and that, and i have seen some really cute ideas! I would love to start a new swap but i'm wondering if anyone has some ideas that they would like to make a swap. I will probably start a new thread once i find something to swap!
"If opportunity doesn't knock, build a door."
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
4247 Posts |
Posted - Jul 28 2009 : 7:45:22 PM
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are ya thinking hand sewn? that is what i like...what about a throw pillow? people may have to request colors or holiday theme?
Linda in Scranton, PA
Wear the apron of humility.
1 Peter 5:5 |
Edited by - yarnmamma on Jul 29 2009 12:54:54 PM |
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Sitnalta
True Blue Farmgirl
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Jessica
NJ
USA
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
4247 Posts |
Posted - Jul 28 2009 : 8:30:32 PM
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what about a fall theme potholder?
Linda in Scranton, PA
Wear the apron of humility.
1 Peter 5:5 |
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Shery Jespersen
True Blue Farmgirl
115 Posts
Shery
Upton
Wyoming
USA
115 Posts |
Posted - Jul 28 2009 : 8:35:41 PM
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Linda, I love your idea because they're something useful...but how'z about a set of 2? I usually use 2 at a time and it's not much more work to make 2. Just thinking out loud.
Shery J |
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
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Posted - Jul 28 2009 : 8:38:59 PM
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yep need two :-D
Linda in Scranton, PA
Wear the apron of humility.
1 Peter 5:5 |
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chaddsgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
843 Posts
Sarah
Farmgirl Sisterhood #639
MO
USA
843 Posts |
Posted - Jul 29 2009 : 11:18:27 AM
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We could do hand made cloth shopping bags
A person is a success if they get up in the morning and get to bed at night and in between does what they want to do. Bob Dylan |
Edited by - chaddsgirl on Jul 29 2009 11:19:39 AM |
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
4247 Posts |
Posted - Jul 29 2009 : 12:54:18 PM
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The cloth shopping bags have been done twice within the last year but I think some people would still do it again.
We did have a purse swap one time and all used the same pattern (or close to it). I like the larger purses and there was a small purse swap recently. There are free patterns online even nice ones with pockets etc.
Linda in Scranton, PA
Wear the apron of humility.
1 Peter 5:5 |
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chaddsgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
843 Posts
Sarah
Farmgirl Sisterhood #639
MO
USA
843 Posts |
Posted - Jul 29 2009 : 12:58:01 PM
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Drat!! And here I thought I was being original. Hmmmm..........this is a tough one!
A person is a success if they get up in the morning and get to bed at night and in between does what they want to do. Bob Dylan |
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
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Posted - Jul 29 2009 : 1:02:55 PM
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I like the theme potholder the best so far. I think it's been years since we had one and people love potholders!
I have another idea (actually Stephanie's--queenofdreamz idea a long time ago): an apron pocket swap OR contest. She had the idea of making pockets so many different ways! I liked the quilt patch type with embelishments...beads, ribbons etc. Of course washable is best because I use all my aprons.
what do you think??
Linda in Scranton, PA
Wear the apron of humility.
1 Peter 5:5 |
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dutchy
True Blue Farmgirl
4427 Posts
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Posted - Jul 29 2009 : 1:26:12 PM
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LOVE the potholders ( I can participate in this one, mailing is not too much that way ) WHAT do you do with an apron pocket? I know what an apron pocket is ON an apron, but a separate one?? Silly question maybe, duh ;)
Hugs from Marian/Dutchy, a farmgirl from the Netherlands :)
My personal blog:
http://just-me-a-dutch-girl.blogspot.com/
Almost daily updates on me and mine :)
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
4247 Posts |
Posted - Jul 29 2009 : 1:33:47 PM
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I think Stephanie was making something to hang things in to go on her wall.
I think the pockets would go on a new apron we would make ourselves OR can be added to any apron. I loved the idea. There are other crafty things to do with the pockets...don't ya think?
Linda in Scranton, PA
Wear the apron of humility.
1 Peter 5:5 |
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
4247 Posts |
Posted - Jul 29 2009 : 1:35:03 PM
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What about a blue jean purse?? They are easy to make and ya don't even need a sewing machine. I have seen them done lots of ways and also free tutorials on UTUBE. I would LOVE to do this!!
Linda in Scranton, PA
Wear the apron of humility.
1 Peter 5:5 |
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Calicogirl
True Blue Farmgirl
5216 Posts
Sharon
Bruce Crossing
Michigan
USA
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chaddsgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
843 Posts
Sarah
Farmgirl Sisterhood #639
MO
USA
843 Posts |
Posted - Jul 29 2009 : 2:10:47 PM
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I like the potholders idea best so far too. You can never have too many potholders. And the Apron pockets idea is interesting too. Linda, you're just full of good ideas.
A person is a success if they get up in the morning and get to bed at night and in between does what they want to do. Bob Dylan |
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Lessie Louise
True Blue Farmgirl
1406 Posts
Carol
PECULIAR
MO
USA
1406 Posts |
Posted - Jul 29 2009 : 2:13:48 PM
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What about making produce bags instead of tote bags. The bad thing is they can't be too fancy cuz that would add weight. But maybe make 2-3 produce bags and a fun little bag to keep them in? Just thinkin'
how sweet it is to love some one, how right itis to care |
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chaddsgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
843 Posts
Sarah
Farmgirl Sisterhood #639
MO
USA
843 Posts |
Posted - Jul 29 2009 : 2:21:18 PM
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I just had a thought, what about Bloomers? That would be a riot.
A person is a success if they get up in the morning and get to bed at night and in between does what they want to do. Bob Dylan |
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
4247 Posts |
Posted - Jul 29 2009 : 2:27:36 PM
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lol yes it would! drawstring waist is easy to fit! I would wear them in winter for jammies..lol
but too hot now
Linda in Scranton, PA
Wear the apron of humility.
1 Peter 5:5 |
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
4247 Posts |
Posted - Jul 29 2009 : 2:28:39 PM
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they are made from sheets or curtains so cheap!
but I really want potholders or a purse...
Linda in Scranton, PA
Wear the apron of humility.
1 Peter 5:5 |
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naturemaiden
True Blue Farmgirl
2569 Posts
Connie - Farmgirl #673
Hoosick Falls
NY
USA
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Posted - Jul 29 2009 : 3:11:32 PM
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What about seeds for next year's gardens? Heirlooms would be nice. I harvest my own seed. I know this isnt sewing, but still a good swapping idea.
Connie
www.NatureMaiden.com -Handcrafted Bath & Body Products that I make myself- including soaps, salves, lotion bars, lip balms, natural deodorants, body sprays, hydrosols, salt scrubs, and MUCH more!
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Futters
True Blue Farmgirl
608 Posts
Michelle & Ashley
CA
USA
608 Posts |
Posted - Jul 29 2009 : 3:23:23 PM
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I luv the potholder swap. I just saw a book with potholder ideas in it and fell in love. Am thinking that's what I'll do for some christmas presents. Please, please, please. Let's do that one.
Have a good day!
Michelle
Friendship is always a sweet responsibility, never an opportunity.
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Shery Jespersen
True Blue Farmgirl
115 Posts
Shery
Upton
Wyoming
USA
115 Posts |
Posted - Jul 29 2009 : 3:37:24 PM
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| Well I think I have my potholder idea brewing. I love vintage fruit and veggies with quaint embroidered little faces. Kinda primitive, punky & 50s with period fabrics. I'll have to make some for me too. I've used vintage crochet potholders for years because they're the right size...not big, thick and awkward. They're getting harder to find though. shery |
Edited by - Shery Jespersen on Jul 29 2009 3:38:31 PM |
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
4247 Posts |
Posted - Jul 29 2009 : 4:17:42 PM
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I crochet and bet we could find nice vintage style patters...
I know they just had seed swaps..not all of us garden.
Linda in Scranton, PA
Put on the apron of humility.
1 Peter 5:5 |
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KellyWall
True Blue Farmgirl
336 Posts
Kelly
Apison
Tn
USA
336 Posts |
Posted - Jul 29 2009 : 4:50:07 PM
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| I love the cloth napkin idea, in fact I thought of doing that then wondered if there would be any interest, i redently made 24 vintage style cloth napkins for my sil bridal shower, they were a big hit, and now I have a bunch of napkins I can use for a brunch or teaparty. |
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Claude09647
True Blue Farmgirl
761 Posts
Claudia
Our Dairy Farm
Pennsylvania
USA
761 Posts |
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Lessie Louise
True Blue Farmgirl
1406 Posts
Carol
PECULIAR
MO
USA
1406 Posts |
Posted - Jul 30 2009 : 06:55:56 AM
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I would like to be in on a crochet pot holder swap. Attic Annie has a book, Heirloom Thread Pot Holders, there are several vintage patterns with various skill levels. Sounds like fun!
how sweet it is to love some one, how right itis to care |
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