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*Farmgirl Swap:  Altered Autumn Altoid Tin Swap! NOW POSTING PICS!  |
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
 Posted - Sep 15 2012 : 8:02:38 PM
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Hi girls! I'm so excited! Our little swap is now under way!!!
I just emailed all of you with the contact information for your partners. Please confirm that the addresses are all correct (just in case), okay? And if for some reason you did not receive my email, please contact me right away and I'll resend it - not a problem at all!
Here are the partners:
Nancy (aka Annielaurel) and Linda (aka Hummingbirdjoy)
Maddie (aka fille de ferme) and Lesley (aka erowease)
Portia (aka ptroupe) and Anne (aka annemary)
Becky (aka Becky 2002) and Me/Nini (aka Ninibini)
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- Tins should be mailed out to your partner by October 15th.
- If anything happens and you cannot mail them out in time, or for some reason you cannot meet your commitment, please contact me right away! No worries - I'm easy! Things happen - I understand! I just want to be sure everyone's covered, that's all!
- I'm here if you need me. Please contact me with any questions or concerns, okay? :)
Thanks so much! Can't wait to see all of our creations!
Nini
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Okay girls - I just love these, don't you? If you haven't seen them, just do a quick online search under "altered Altoid tin," and you'll fined oodles of inspiration!!!
Basically, you take an empty Altoid tin, and alter it inside and out using your favorite papers, paints, fabrics and embellishments. The outside should be intriguing - kind of like a book cover, it should be something that makes you just want to pry the tin open to see what's inside. Inside you might do a scene or saying on the lid, and some sort of mini 3D panorama in the "mint" part using pop-dots and cut-outs, perhaps, or any other little trinkets and images of choice... Cover the sides, too, maybe with ribbon or gimp or paint or glitter or something else fancy. And then finish off the back with something special - just be sure to include your Farmgirl name, your real name, where you live, the date and the swap name! You can get as creative with this as you want - there are no rules, really. Just have fun with it - let your creative juices flow!
The theme is Autumn - the possibilities are endless! To help inspire your partner, let us know your favorite things about fall... Maybe it's pumpkins and leaves or apples or cider or pie or black cats or big, smiling blue moons or jack o'lanterns or skeletons or turkeys or pilgrims or...well, you get the idea! :) And if there's something you really don't like, she'll want to know that, too. We just want everyone to be happy and really enjoy themselves with this!
So... are you in? Gosh, I hope so!!!
- Sign ups will end October 6th.
- When signing up, please email me with your contact information so I have it ready to go. And again, be sure to tell us your fall favorites and dislikes.
- Please understand you CANNOT sign up for another Farmgirl. All Farmgirls MUST sign up for themselves and email me personally.
- PLEASE NOTE: I would love to include ALL Farmgirls, but please realize that it may be difficult for me to partner Farmgirls who reside outside of the USA due to the additional cost and paperwork involved. I know this is a sensitive subject, and I don't want anyone to be disappointed, but, but this is definitely an issue I've encountered with past swaps, so I have to address it in advance. I hope you understand. I will gladly accept sign-ups from Farmgirls residing outside of the USA, but please know that your participation in this swap will be contingent upon finding a willing partner, okay?
- Having said that, please let me know when you sign up whether or not you will be willing to partner with someone outside of the USA, okay?
- Partners will be assigned by October 8th. I'll post the partners list here, and email you directly with your partner's contact information.
- Altered tins are to be mailed out by October 15th, so if you get started now, you'll have a whole month to finish your project and get it out to your partner in time! Let those creative juices start flowin', girlfriends!
- REALLY, REALLY, REALLY IMPORTANT: If for ANY reason something happens and you cannot fulfill your commitment, PLEASE just contact me so I can cover your partner, okay? I'm easy - nothing to fear! We all understand things happen, don't worry. But we also really don't want anyone hanging in the balance, so just email me as soon as you realize there's a problem and I'll take care of it. It's just the right Farmgirl thing to do!
Okay - so that's it!!! Oh man! I am really getting excited about this! I can't wait to get started! Hope you're ready to go, too! If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask! That's what I'm here for!
Happy crafting!
Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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Edited by - Ninibini on Oct 16 2012 5:22:03 PM |
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annielaurel
True Blue Farmgirl
912 Posts
nancy
fernandina beach
florida
USA
912 Posts |
Posted - Sep 16 2012 : 05:48:42 AM
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Sign me up. This sounds like lots of fun and very creative. Love it.
Nancy
Farmgirl Sister #2301
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Beth Jones
True Blue Farmgirl
3196 Posts
beth
tallassee
alabama
3196 Posts |
Posted - Sep 16 2012 : 10:02:49 AM
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Cannot do this at this time but would like a Christmas one!! My time for October is very limited this year!! Thanks for hosting!
You can never be to kind! |
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Sep 16 2012 : 10:06:33 AM
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Yay! Glad to have you aboard, Nancy!!! Please remember to email me with your contact info!!
DEFINITELY, Sue! I'm already planning for a Christmas one, too!!! YAY! We'll see you then!!!
Hugs -
Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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fille de ferme
True Blue Farmgirl
2344 Posts
Madeline
Meadow Lands
Pa.
USA
2344 Posts |
Posted - Sep 16 2012 : 11:59:53 AM
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Hi :) I will give it a try ;)
I have NO problem with shipping outside the States ;)
I LOVE everything about Autumn, except my allergies LOL ;)
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Edited by - fille de ferme on Sep 16 2012 4:30:22 PM |
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Sep 16 2012 : 1:05:19 PM
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Cool beans! Thanks, Maddie!! SO glad you'll be joining us!! :) Hugs - Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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darlenelovesart
True Blue Farmgirl
7582 Posts
darlene
Loleta
California
USA
7582 Posts |
Posted - Sep 16 2012 : 1:39:38 PM
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I can't join this at the time but I will be watching! You have gotten my curiosity going on this.
hugs
darlene
I have learned that to have a good friend is the purest of all God's gifts, for it is a love that has no exchange of payment.
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hummingbirdjoy
True Blue Farmgirl
1217 Posts
Linda
Washington State
USA
1217 Posts |
Posted - Sep 16 2012 : 2:06:10 PM
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I'll give it a try too Nini....I've never done one of
these so it will be a new learning experience. 
What I make with my
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Sep 16 2012 : 7:58:43 PM
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Oh, Maddie - and they were just saying on the news that this year is going to be the worst for allergies due to the weather. My son and I have been sneezing for days. I hear ya... Take care of yourself!!!
Oh! Darlene! Maybe you can catch us for the Christmas one! I hope so! Keep your eyes peeled - I'll be posting it sometime next month, okay?!
YAY! Linda - I think you'll really enjoy this one! I found a very easy tutorial at Junk & Stuff this afternoon... Maybe this will help a little: http://kbatsel.blogspot.com/2011/02/tutorial-altered-altoid-tin.html You can get as creative as you want, of course; this tutorial will just give everyone the basics!
Fun! Fun! Fun! :)
Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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hummingbirdjoy
True Blue Farmgirl
1217 Posts
Linda
Washington State
USA
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Posted - Sep 17 2012 : 3:39:57 PM
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Thanks Nini, I'll check it out for some ideas of what I'll be
doing. This should be a lot of fun and if I don't glue my
fingers together I want to do your Christmas one as well!
What I make with my
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Sep 18 2012 : 03:57:51 AM
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LOL! Linda! You crack me up!!! :)
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Sep 19 2012 : 10:06:16 AM
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Bump!
We've got lots of room - please come join the fun!
Hugs -
Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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erowease
True Blue Farmgirl
294 Posts
Lesley
Edmonds
wa
USA
294 Posts |
Posted - Sep 20 2012 : 8:44:17 PM
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I am a go, and willing to send outside of the USA. My favorite part of Autumn are the colors of the leaves, fresh apples, and the crisp air. I love going out to a farm to find the perfect pumpkin for Halloween so I can carve the pi symbol each year. My version of pumpkin pie, ha ha ha. Here's last years:
Lesley
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"I see God in the eyes of every child...every life is precious to God, whatever the circumstances." Mother Teresa |
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Sep 20 2012 : 9:39:27 PM
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LOL! Lesley! You're a RIOT!!! I just LOVE the Pi!!! :) I did receive your information - SO glad you'll be joining us! YAY!
Girls - please remember to email me with your contact information if you haven't yet done so, okay?
Thanks! Talk with you soon!
Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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ptroupe
True Blue Farmgirl
1752 Posts
Portia
Johnson City
NY
USA
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Posted - Sep 21 2012 : 6:52:46 PM
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I want to join in! I am looking forward to it. I love all things about fall---the colors, leaves, pumpkins, cider, apples, etc.
Thanks,
Portia
Wishing for the country life! |
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Sep 21 2012 : 7:08:14 PM
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Yay! I received your email, Portia and have got you down on the list! I'm so happy you'll be joining us!
I'm getting so excited - aren't you all?
Have a great weekend!
Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Sep 22 2012 : 09:05:58 AM
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bump!
Farmgirl Sister #1974
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Penny Wise
True Blue Farmgirl
1903 Posts
Margo
Elyria
OH
USA
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Posted - Sep 22 2012 : 09:34:45 AM
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looks like fun ! i must be realisitic and pass for fall even tho i love it!
maybe come Christmas.....
Farmgirl # 2139
proud member of the Farmgirls of the Southwest Henhouse
~*~ counting my pennies and biding my time; my dreams are adding up!~*~ |
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Sep 22 2012 : 10:09:00 AM
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Great, Margo - we'll look for you then! :) Have a great weekend! - Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Sep 24 2012 : 2:18:22 PM
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Nancy - I just received your email with your contact information. Thank you!!! :) - Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
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fille de ferme
True Blue Farmgirl
2344 Posts
Madeline
Meadow Lands
Pa.
USA
2344 Posts |
Posted - Sep 24 2012 : 4:42:43 PM
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Good Grief Nini :) I purchased my tin on Sunday & was looking at it today & holding it, it helps in the crafting process ;) Well, if I choose to use it, it has a raised surface, in the middle. Now, I must come up with an alternate plan LOL. I don't want my partner to have bumps & ripples on her tin :) LOL
KEEP A SMILE IN YOUR HEART... |
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Sep 24 2012 : 4:54:40 PM
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You could always hammer it down, Maddie... You're going to cover it with paper or paint anyway, right? I was thinking I'd hammer mine flat and then sand it before covering with paper... Does that sound good? :)
Farmgirl Sister #1974
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Sep 26 2012 : 12:10:16 PM
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Just 10 more days to join the fun, girls!!! :)
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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fille de ferme
True Blue Farmgirl
2344 Posts
Madeline
Meadow Lands
Pa.
USA
2344 Posts |
Posted - Sep 26 2012 : 12:18:41 PM
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Hey Nini :) Good idea ;) I think though, I am going to use that raised surface as part of the decoration :)
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Sep 27 2012 : 07:38:11 AM
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Becky - I did just receive your email and added you to the list. Please just post a note here to confirm you've signed up so the girls will know! Thank you!!!
Maddie - 'Sounds great! I just can't wait to see everyone's creations!
BY THE WAY - For those of you outside of the US, we have had a couple of farmgirls sign up who are willing to swap with you! YAY!!! Please contact me for sure if you'd like to join! :)
Hugs -
Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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becky 2002
True Blue Farmgirl
94 Posts
Becky
Williamsport
Ohio
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Posted - Sep 28 2012 : 3:20:10 PM
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I'm in! Sounds like fun, I'm glad to see that you can pound down the raised lid.
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Altered Autumn Altoid Tin Swap! NOW POSTING PICS!
