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*Farmgirl Swap: Scarecrow Swap- PARTNERS POSTED |
Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6667 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6667 Posts |
Posted - Jul 18 2023 : 10:13:43 AM
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I entered a post today about how this hot and humid summer has me dreaming about Fall! Because it is still just July, I had this idea to host a Scarecrow Swap because gardens are yielding veggies and Scarecrows are already out there working. Scarecrows start early and so I think it would be fun to just do a swap with this theme.
To keep expenses down, purchase or make some sort of scarecrow item that can be used now. For early fall enthusiasts, we can march along the slow road to Fall by starting 2023 with a salute to our hard working garden pals who then find their way to the rest of the pumpkins for a one of America's favorite seasons.
I hope you will join me in a little early fall fun. Let's beat the heat with a Scarecrow friend!
Sign up will be today, July 18- July 28. Then please try and mail your swap in early August so your partner can enjoy.
Here are the partners.
Denise(levisgrammy) and Dianna (suny58)
Marlene(Burns) and Julie(tree lady)
Deborah(DebiCarr) and Sherry (sweettea59)
Debbie(BlessedinColorado) and Laurie(laurzgot)
Winnie(RedTractorGirl) and Karen(Jokamartell)
Have fun everyone and I can't wait to see what fun and clever ideas you have about Scarecrows!
Winnie #3109 Red Tractor Girl Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015 FGOTM- October 2018 |
Edited by - Red Tractor Girl on Jul 29 2023 09:59:10 AM |
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darlenelovesart
True Blue Farmgirl
7731 Posts
darlene
Loleta
California
USA
7731 Posts |
Posted - Jul 18 2023 : 11:07:11 AM
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Looks like a fun swap but I will have to watch this time! Hugs Darlene
Trust in your faith, not your emotions, when it comes to making life’s decisions. 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. by Frances Farmer Just. follow God unquestionably Because you love Him so, for if you trust His judgment there is nothing you need to know.
I TRUST IN YOU JESUS
#4943 - March 2013 FGOTM June 2013 FGOTY 2016
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lovinRchickens
True Blue Farmgirl
3496 Posts
Kelly
Pipe Creek
Texas
USA
3496 Posts |
Posted - Jul 18 2023 : 1:17:08 PM
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I would love to join. I am sick of heat. So ready for Autumn. This will be alot of fun.
Farmgirl #5111 Farmgirl of the month October 2014 & January 2019 Blessings ~Kelly~ |
Edited by - lovinRchickens on Jul 18 2023 1:17:47 PM |
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7566 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7566 Posts |
Posted - Jul 18 2023 : 6:35:45 PM
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I am unable to join the swap because we are on vacation until the end of the first week of August. I am looking forward to seeing what everybody comes up with.
Farmgirl hugs, Linda Terrell, TX
Farm girl #1919 Farm Girl of the Month August 2015, April 2017 and June 2023
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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suny58
True Blue Farmgirl
4419 Posts
Dianna
Jack
Al.
USA
4419 Posts |
Posted - Jul 18 2023 : 6:42:20 PM
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Winnie, the sweltering heat is awful isn't it?? I've been looking forward to autumn since July 1st!! Sounds like a delightful swap! I'd love to join!!
Farmgirl #7103 FGOTM January 2018 Dianna "Blessed are they that see beautiful things in humble places, where other people see nothing." Pissarro |
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Jokamartell
True Blue Farmgirl
1649 Posts
Karen
Kennewick
WA
USA
1649 Posts |
Posted - Jul 18 2023 : 7:19:31 PM
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Me! I would love to join! :)
Karen :)
To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha |
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Jokamartell
True Blue Farmgirl
1649 Posts
Karen
Kennewick
WA
USA
1649 Posts |
Posted - Jul 18 2023 : 7:22:43 PM
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Winnie...are you thinking of things like clothes for a scarecrow, a sign it could hold, or something different. I just want to make sure that I do the correct thing! :)
Karen :)
To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha |
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6667 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6667 Posts |
Posted - Jul 19 2023 : 10:31:54 AM
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Welcome everyone who has signed up!! I say the World is made better with more Scarecrow Enthusiasts!! LOL!!
Karen, to answer your question, I was thinking of something with a Scarecrow theme for the swap. The clothes for a scarecrow would be hard since you don't know if your partner has a form to use them on and all those sorts of details. Just an idea for you could be something you do with paper. For example, a few greeting cards with a Scarecrow that someone could send out this fall, or some cute cards on just one piece of paper that could be made into a small bunting to hang.
I would say to everyone, you use whatever medium you love best and just use the scarecrow theme . We are all our best when we can work with what we are familiar with and love to do. You can also find something cute out there and buy it to send if crafting at the moment doesn't work right now. I hope that helps questions and please let me know if I need to answer or clarify more.
My goal for this swap is just FUN and an excuse to indulge in fall dreaming!! Instead of "Dreaming of a White Christmas", let's dream of cool crisp fall evening where the scarecrow is out in the yard with some pumpkins and hay bales and grinning a big happy smile!!
Winnie #3109 Red Tractor Girl Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015 FGOTM- October 2018 |
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
6755 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
6755 Posts |
Posted - Jul 19 2023 : 1:28:34 PM
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Hi Winnie, what a cute swap. I do love and enjoy fall and all the fabulous smells to go along with it. But, I love summer especially here on the coast although we could use a bit of rain, we are blessed with cooler weather. Please sign me up and thank you for such a great idea!
Big Hugs, Debbie #1582 Blessed in Oregon With Colorado on My Mind Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022 “My altars are My Mountains and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
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Jokamartell
True Blue Farmgirl
1649 Posts
Karen
Kennewick
WA
USA
1649 Posts |
Posted - Jul 19 2023 : 6:54:42 PM
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That’s perfect, Winnie. Thank you! Originally that is what I was thinking and then I over thought it! :) lol
Karen :)
To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha |
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Debi Carr
True Blue Farmgirl
754 Posts
Debora
Centreville
Michigan
USA
754 Posts |
Posted - Jul 21 2023 : 09:45:50 AM
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Winnie I would like to do this swap too . I love fall .
Farmgirl Hugs, Debi #1983
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suny58
True Blue Farmgirl
4419 Posts
Dianna
Jack
Al.
USA
4419 Posts |
Posted - Jul 21 2023 : 10:06:40 AM
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Winnie, I loved this idea so much I've already created one thing! I have yet another idea which I'll do before the end of the week!! How FUN and refreshing!! Thank you for hosting this swap!! :)
Farmgirl #7103 FGOTM January 2018 Dianna "Blessed are they that see beautiful things in humble places, where other people see nothing." Pissarro |
Edited by - suny58 on Jul 21 2023 5:39:58 PM |
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laurzgot
True Blue Farmgirl
1728 Posts
Laurie
Alvin
Texas
USA
1728 Posts |
Posted - Jul 21 2023 : 1:49:59 PM
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Winnie sounds fantastic. The heat is awful here in TX. Please sign me up.
Hugs, Laurie Country girl at heart "Smile and be yourself everyday." Sister #8572 6/9/2023
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6667 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6667 Posts |
Posted - Jul 21 2023 : 4:28:22 PM
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A big hello to those who just signed up ! I am excited that so many love scarecrows as much as I do. In the Fall, I love to drive out in the rural areas where many people decorate their property close to the street. Sometimes they have a big old wagon, maybe and old tractor, or some other piece of old farm equipment to be the foundation for their creation. There is always a scarecrow or two, some pumpkins, mums, fall leaf garlands and hay bales. It feels like fall has arrived when these decorations are out. There are also some really small towns on these old roads where you might see a bank or little restaurant that will also be decorated all up. Scarecrows are sometimes made with the most clever ideas and I love to see what people dream up with.
Winnie #3109 Red Tractor Girl Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015 FGOTM- October 2018 |
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MBurns
True Blue Farmgirl
1870 Posts
Marlene
Swisher
IA
USA
1870 Posts |
Posted - Jul 26 2023 : 10:11:18 AM
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Yes please
Farmgirl friends are fun. |
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9444 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9444 Posts |
Posted - Jul 26 2023 : 7:35:17 PM
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Oh Winnie sign me up. I love scarecrows, and all the fun they bring for the upcoming seasons. Though mostly they are used in summer garden and not during harvest time. I love looking for scarecrow themed things too.
~Denise Sister #43~1/18/2007
"I am a bookaholic and I have no desire to be cured."
"Home is where we find comfort, security, memories, friendship, hospitality, and above all, family. It is the place that deserves our commitment and loyalty." William J. Bennett
"Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path." Psalm 119:105
http://www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com/
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treelady
True Blue Farmgirl
2326 Posts
Julie
Medina
ND
USA
2326 Posts |
Posted - Jul 27 2023 : 06:26:53 AM
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This sounds so fun Winnie. Please include me.
A little rain can straighten a flower stem. A little love can change a life.
Max Lucado |
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sweettea59
True Blue Farmgirl
1271 Posts
Sherry
Longview
Texas
USA
1271 Posts |
Posted - Jul 27 2023 : 11:58:20 AM
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Me too please
Farmgirl Hugs & May all your Wishes come true. Sherry Farmgirl #2215 www.etsy.com/shop/markiebuck |
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laurzgot
True Blue Farmgirl
1728 Posts
Laurie
Alvin
Texas
USA
1728 Posts |
Posted - Jul 31 2023 : 09:42:01 AM
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Debbie working on yours.
Hugs, Laurie Country girl at heart "Smile and be yourself everyday." Sister #8572 6/9/2023 FGOTM- July 2023
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
6755 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
6755 Posts |
Posted - Jul 31 2023 : 10:42:46 AM
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Hi Laurie, I am still working on yours as well. Happy we are partners. Thank you Winnie for a lovely swap and being our hostess. You
Big Hugs, Debbie #1582 Blessed in Oregon With Colorado on My Mind Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022 “My altars are My Mountains and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
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lovinRchickens
True Blue Farmgirl
3496 Posts
Kelly
Pipe Creek
Texas
USA
3496 Posts |
Posted - Jul 31 2023 : 11:32:19 AM
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I dont see my name here....
Farmgirl #5111 Farmgirl of the month October 2014 & January 2019 Blessings ~Kelly~ |
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suny58
True Blue Farmgirl
4419 Posts
Dianna
Jack
Al.
USA
4419 Posts |
Posted - Jul 31 2023 : 12:23:08 PM
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Denise, still sewing but she'll be done by the weekend!!#128513; had to make more than just one!! :D Thank you again Winnie for such a fun swap!! How I do love fall and wish it to come soon. Today it was close to 105 with heat index. I think you guys are about the same so STAY COOL DARLIN!!
Farmgirl #7103 FGOTM January 2018 Dianna "Blessed are they that see beautiful things in humble places, where other people see nothing." Pissarro |
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9444 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9444 Posts |
Posted - Aug 01 2023 : 05:16:36 AM
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No worries Dianna, I don't have your swap ready yet.
~Denise Sister #43~1/18/2007
"I am a bookaholic and I have no desire to be cured."
"Home is where we find comfort, security, memories, friendship, hospitality, and above all, family. It is the place that deserves our commitment and loyalty." William J. Bennett
"Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path." Psalm 119:105
http://www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com/
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6667 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6667 Posts |
Posted - Aug 02 2023 : 12:00:42 PM
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Dianna, yes we are sweltering over here in the Florida Swamp everyday since sometime in June!!! It has been a rough and miserable summer. On the other hand, the WEEDS are loving it and they have absolutely gone nuts and climbing all over everything from fences to trees and in my yard, they love to choke to death the azaleas!! I gave up watching the heat index because it looks like it is sort of here to stay until who knows what changes it!
Kelly, I got your swap finished today and just got home from mailing it. I hope you enjoy!!
Winnie #3109 Red Tractor Girl Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015 FGOTM- October 2018 |
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MBurns
True Blue Farmgirl
1870 Posts
Marlene
Swisher
IA
USA
1870 Posts |
Posted - Aug 03 2023 : 06:00:50 AM
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Sent on Monday
Farmgirl friends are fun. |
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lovinRchickens
True Blue Farmgirl
3496 Posts
Kelly
Pipe Creek
Texas
USA
3496 Posts |
Posted - Aug 03 2023 : 06:25:00 AM
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Hi Winnie We are sweltering here as well, it is just awful. Your box is mailed.
Farmgirl #5111 Farmgirl of the month October 2014 & January 2019 Blessings ~Kelly~ |
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*Farmgirl Swap: Scarecrow Swap- PARTNERS POSTED |
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