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*Farmgirl Swap:  Earth Day Handmade Maker's Swap-Partners Posted  |
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brightmeadow
True Blue Farmgirl
2045 Posts
Brenda
Lucas
Ohio
USA
2045 Posts |
 Posted - Mar 18 2013 : 12:11:34 PM
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Ok, gals-
Partners:
treelady - beaglemama
ptroupe - NixKat
Kammi - ProgressiveHomemaker
brightmeadow- Mama Bulla
Lisa_P - Lavender Rose
Debi Carr - Madelena
Ladybek9756 - buzzn bee
HolidayJunkie - Erin Rock
debtea2 - brightmeadow
Here's a chance to really use your creativity to put a twist on swapping in celebration of Earth Day. For this swap, you can make your choice of
- pot holder
- tea cozy
- pin cushion
- needle book
- tote bag
- hair or jewelry ornament
- or your choice with similar level of effort
The twist is, you cannot PURCHASE any new or used materials for this swap, it must be made from your stash, from upcycling, from re-using, etc. In other words, make and embellish something attractive and useful from something that would otherwise go to a landfill or be left in your craft room or closet for your children to dispose of after you are gone.
Craft can be your choice, sewing, quilting, knitting, crochet, macrame, woodwork, wirework, etc. You can use paint, thread, yarn, bubblegum wrappers, milkweed pods, whatever works for your artstic medium.
Sign ups by April 7, exchange names by April 15, Mail-out by April 30. Extras are allowed (and encouraged), but they must follow the same rules- no purchase necessary to win! The only expense you should incur for this swap is for postage.
You shall eat the fruit of the labor of your hands - You shall be happy and it shall be well with you. -Psalm 128.2
Visit my blogs at http://brightmeadowfarms.blogspot.com (farming) http://brightmeadowknits.blogspot.com (knitting) or my homepage at http://home.earthlink.net/~brightmeadow |
Edited by - brightmeadow on Apr 08 2013 08:37:03 AM |
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ptroupe
True Blue Farmgirl
1752 Posts
Portia
Johnson City
NY
USA
1752 Posts |
Posted - Mar 19 2013 : 11:26:44 AM
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Brenda,
I would love to do this! I have something in mind already. Do I need to tell you which item it is?
Thanks,
Portia
Wishing for the country life! |
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MamaBulla
True Blue Farmgirl
209 Posts
Kris
Midland
NC
USA
209 Posts |
Posted - Mar 19 2013 : 1:42:01 PM
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I love the idea of having to use what we already have, and goodness I have a lot! LOL Please sign me up for this one! :o)
Kris B.
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Farmgirl Sister #3679
http://farmgirlby40.wordpress.com
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Lavender Rose
True Blue Farmgirl
1979 Posts
Brenda
Jackson
MI
USA
1979 Posts |
Posted - Mar 19 2013 : 2:29:29 PM
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I have a room stuffed full of supplies and would love to do this. I think it is a great idea.
Brenda
Each day we add to our legacy--good or bad.
Our Daily Bread |
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brightmeadow
True Blue Farmgirl
2045 Posts
Brenda
Lucas
Ohio
USA
2045 Posts |
Posted - Mar 20 2013 : 07:49:22 AM
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Welcome, Portia, Kris, Brenda! You do not have to tell me what you are making, but once partners are assigned, if you have multiple ideas, you may want to ask for input. Final decision should definitely be left up to the "maker" as raw materials are limited to what they have on hand.
Thanks for signing up! This is my first time as "swap mom" so you are encouraging me! Let me know if I forget something!
You shall eat the fruit of the labor of your hands - You shall be happy and it shall be well with you. -Psalm 128.2
Visit my blogs at http://brightmeadowfarms.blogspot.com (farming) http://brightmeadowknits.blogspot.com (knitting) or my homepage at http://home.earthlink.net/~brightmeadow |
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beaglemama
Farmgirl in Training
29 Posts
Andee
Mission Viejo
CA
USA
29 Posts |
Posted - Mar 20 2013 : 4:46:54 PM
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I love this idea and want to be part of the fun! Please add me to the list.
I've never participated in a swap before so I'll need some information on the "rules".
Thank you for doing this. How fun! And the theme is so perfect.
All children are gifted. Some just open their packages a little later.
Farmgirl Sister #4836 |
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ProgressiveHomemaker
True Blue Farmgirl
218 Posts
Rachell
Mars Hill
NC
USA
218 Posts |
Posted - Mar 20 2013 : 5:31:56 PM
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Oh, me, me, me please! I wanna join! This sounds like a perfect way to honor our Earth ...bless others without contributing to landfills or consumerism!
http://progressivehomemaker.wordpress.com/ Homemaking is not just for conservatives anymore!
So progressive, I'm old-fashioned!
Life's short. Make today count. |
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Erin Rock
True Blue Farmgirl
103 Posts
Erin
Grand Blanc
MI
USA
103 Posts |
Posted - Mar 22 2013 : 06:13:13 AM
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Sign me up I already have so many ideas floating around in my head!!!
Erin Rock (sister #4131)
Tree Huggin'
Bunny Lovin'
Dirt Worshipper! |
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brightmeadow
True Blue Farmgirl
2045 Posts
Brenda
Lucas
Ohio
USA
2045 Posts |
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HolidayJunkie
True Blue Farmgirl
55 Posts
Michelle
Northglenn
Colorado
USA
55 Posts |
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debtea2
True Blue Farmgirl
1853 Posts
deborah
nutley
nj
USA
1853 Posts |
Posted - Mar 23 2013 : 09:02:06 AM
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please sign me up.
I sent you an email.
blessings deborah
All through the long winter, I dream of my garden. On the first day of spring, I dig my fingers deep into the soft earth. I can feel its energy, and my spirits soar..." - Helen Hayes
Deborah
jersey farmgirl
#1330
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Ladybek9756
True Blue Farmgirl
882 Posts
Rebecca
Linneus
Maine
USA
882 Posts |
Posted - Mar 23 2013 : 5:04:27 PM
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I am new and would like to be included in this swap. I have tons of scraps and it would give me a chance to really get creative. Also as I really am a newbie and not familiar with this program I will need some direction to begin with.
Becky
ladybek9756
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Edited by - Ladybek9756 on Mar 23 2013 5:07:09 PM |
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brightmeadow
True Blue Farmgirl
2045 Posts
Brenda
Lucas
Ohio
USA
2045 Posts |
Posted - Mar 23 2013 : 5:49:47 PM
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Michelle, Deborah, Rebecca - welcome, I think this is going to be a fun swap.
For Rebecca and any other "newbies" to swaps on Mary Jane's here are some tips based only on my experience. You can also review the posts on swapping etiquette in other topics under this category for others' thoughts.
Timeline - Usually the swap "mom" gives a couple of weeks for people to sign up. On the deadline date (for this swap it's April 7) I will match names of swap partners and post this in the first post in the thread (so you don't have to go to page 10 to find it). Each participant will have one partner. When I post the names I will update the topic name with something like "Partners Posted" so that you know to look for the name of your partner. During the next week you should contact your partner by email (click on their Farmgirl name at the left of your post for a link to send them an email) to give them your name and address. It's OK to also post a note on the topic thread to notify me that you have contacted your partner but it is not necessary. If the contact deadline passes and you have not heard from your partner, and no response to a reminder, please notify me by email, so that I can follow up. Once you know who your partner is, it is time to create your masterpiece. Once it is ready, packaged, and mailed, it is a courtesy to contact your swap partner to let her know that your item has been sent so that she can watch for it to arrive in the expected time frame. You can either do that in the thread topic or by private email. It is your choice whether to insure the item or not, I usually don't, because I trust the good old USPS to deliver! I sometimes send by priority mail if I am nearing the end of the deadline date and it's not too expensive, otherwise, I normally just use the first class rate.
When you receive your swap from your partner it is customary to acknowledge it publicly in the thread. If it is convenient for you to post a digital photo of what you received, everyone always loves to see what other swappers have given/received, but this is not required. If you want to follow up with a thank you by email or by snail mail, that is usually also appreciated but also not required. Please be sure to complete your item by the mail-out date (for this swap it is April 30) so that everyone has completed this swap and received their gifts by the first week in May.
Extras - Some swappers in swaps I have participated in have included extra treats for their partner in addition to the main swapped item, but that is totally voluntary. I have received everything from chocolate to tea bags to notepads to pencils to children's gifts to quilt squares as "extras" - but remember that for THIS swap, any extras you choose to include must follow the rules of the main swap - no new purchases.
I hope that answers any questions you may have, if you have additional questions please feel free to email me privately. Thanks!
You shall eat the fruit of the labor of your hands - You shall be happy and it shall be well with you. -Psalm 128.2
Visit my blogs at http://brightmeadowfarms.blogspot.com (farming) http://brightmeadowknits.blogspot.com (knitting) or my homepage at http://home.earthlink.net/~brightmeadow |
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Madelena
True Blue Farmgirl
1919 Posts
Mary
Central
TX
USA
1919 Posts |
Posted - Mar 24 2013 : 06:01:24 AM
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BRENDA.. .Please sign me up. Sound like fun... A Great Idea !
Mary
PS.. finally got that Great Dotee you sent me posted.. Check the Feb or March Dotee Swap page!
"There is no unbelief: Whoever plants a seed beneath the sod and waits to see it push away the clod, he trusts in God." (Kate Douglas Wiggin) |
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buzzn bee
True Blue Farmgirl
1061 Posts
Deborah
Muncie
Indiana
USA
1061 Posts |
Posted - Mar 24 2013 : 09:00:24 AM
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Hi Brenda!
Count me in also please.
Sounds like a very fun and challenging swap! Lets do it!
Debbie H.
Buzzn Bee |
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Debi Carr
True Blue Farmgirl
754 Posts
Debora
Centreville
Michigan
USA
754 Posts |
Posted - Mar 25 2013 : 4:52:23 PM
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Hi Brenda,
Please count me in on this swap.
Hugs,
Debi Carr
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NixKat
True Blue Farmgirl
288 Posts
Kathleen
CT
USA
288 Posts |
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treelady
True Blue Farmgirl
2325 Posts
Julie
Medina
ND
USA
2325 Posts |
Posted - Mar 27 2013 : 10:42:45 AM
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I would love to be included. What a wonderful idea!
Hugs
Julie
A little rain can straighten a flower stem. A little love can change a life.
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Kammi
True Blue Farmgirl
105 Posts
Kim
Phoenix
Az
USA
105 Posts |
Posted - Apr 03 2013 : 12:40:48 PM
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You can count me in also. Already have an idea on what I will be doing. Sounds like fun.
Kammi
Farmgirl #4256 |
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Lisa_P
Farmgirl in Training
37 Posts
Lisa
Banks
Oregon
USA
37 Posts |
Posted - Apr 06 2013 : 09:07:42 AM
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Sign me up if I'm not too late! This is my cup of tea! :)
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Lavender Rose
True Blue Farmgirl
1979 Posts
Brenda
Jackson
MI
USA
1979 Posts |
Posted - Apr 08 2013 : 1:15:05 PM
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Hello Lisa, Sent my address to you. Hope to hear from you soon.
Lavender Rose aka Brenda |
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HolidayJunkie
True Blue Farmgirl
55 Posts
Michelle
Northglenn
Colorado
USA
55 Posts |
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Ladybek9756
True Blue Farmgirl
882 Posts
Rebecca
Linneus
Maine
USA
882 Posts |
Posted - Apr 09 2013 : 03:40:39 AM
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Sent my address to Buzzn Bee. I am good to go.
May the stars carry your sadness away. May the flowers fill your heart with beauty, and may hope forever wipe away your tears. Becky #4932 |
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MamaBulla
True Blue Farmgirl
209 Posts
Kris
Midland
NC
USA
209 Posts |
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Lisa_P
Farmgirl in Training
37 Posts
Lisa
Banks
Oregon
USA
37 Posts |
Posted - Apr 09 2013 : 07:49:23 AM
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Lavender Rose (Brenda)
I have replied to your email! Looking forward to the swap!
Lisa |
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Kammi
True Blue Farmgirl
105 Posts
Kim
Phoenix
Az
USA
105 Posts |
Posted - Apr 10 2013 : 09:41:26 AM
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Rachelle, I have sent you an email.
Kammi
Farmgirl #4256 |
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