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Swap Coordinator:VelveteenRabbit (contact)
Swap categories: Paper Goods  Random Items  Miscellaneous 
Number of people in swap:14
Location:Other
Type:None
Last day to signup/drop:April 17, 2007
Date items must be sent by:May 2, 2007
Number of swap partners:1
Description:

I'm not sure whether anything like this has been done before. Let's hope it makes sense. :)

I don't scrapbook but I do collect stickers and stationary items. There are certain words or images that I gravitate toward. Perhaps you are the same.

The idea here is that when you sign up, you will list up to 5 such things for your partner to choose from. For example, my list would be: gerbera daisies, snowmen, quilts, "joy", and "hugs".

When you are assigned your swap partner (you will each have one), look for their list in the comments and put together a nice little collection of items that represent those things. For example, you could send me stickers of gerbera daisies or snowmen, cut out images of lovely quilts (to inspire me in my future projects!), cut out the words "joy" or "hugs" from magazines, send stamps or bookmarks or postcards or notecards of those words or pictures, send something handmade, etc. Be creative!!

You don't have to send something for each word (and you don't have to list five words -- that's just the maximum), but please send at least five items (not counting magazine cut-outs... I think those should be extra), and make them really nice!

I always hate to put a price on my swaps, but can we go for AT LEAST $5?

This is an international swap, as the items will probably be small and postage shouldn't be much. I'm going to insist on a rating of 4.5 or higher with no no-sends in the last month. I will check!! Newbies MUST have a full profile. I will contact anyone I feel iffy about.

Please note that I will not be able to "angel" or "fairy" on this swap so you do join at your own risk. I'm making the sign-up date soon because I don't want to try to manage a swap as big as my Flat Goodies one. But I'll give a decent window for mailing out.

Let me know if you have questions. Don't forget to post your list after you sign up! Thanks, and have fun! :)

(So much for me cutting back on my swaps, eh?) ;)

Discussion

VelveteenRabbit 04/12/2007 #

My list:

  • gerbera daisies
  • quilts
  • cute snowmen
  • "JOY"
  • "HUGS"
mbrat 04/12/2007 #

This sounds like it could be very interesting. Here is my list:

  • Family
  • Daisies
  • Love
  • Black
  • Kids
ninjaprincess 04/12/2007 #

my list: ninja jellyfish spiral lily "dance" *this is a weird list, im not lookin to cause anyone stress, if you dont find these things its ok, pick something cool and i will like it.

dandelion 04/12/2007 #

This sounds like it will be fun. My list:

~ photography
~ Volkswagens ~ inspiration ~ French/France ~ pink

VelveteenRabbit 04/12/2007 #

Here's another idea... wrapping paper! I saw some adorable bumblebee wrapping paper when I went out earlier and thought it would be great for anyone who said "bees" on their list.

You can also list motifs if you want (e.g. polka dots, stripes, paisley). Someone may find stationary or napkins or a scarf, etc. that is appropriate.

(Hope that didn't add confusion!) :)

DreamHope 04/12/2007 #

Huh. That didn't work.

Trying again (feel free to delete my other comments): * paisley * goddess * words/writing * "create" (or "creative", etc.) * "dream"

Artistic 04/12/2007 #

This is quite intriguing. Here's my list of five words:

  • creativity

  • writer/writing

  • rain

  • nature

  • puzzles

keroleen73 04/13/2007 #

Let's see how my list will turn out: * Orcas (or whales in general)
* Louisiana
* Lavender
* Guinea pigs
* The 1950s

Alternatively (I know guinea pigs are hard to find) I like turtles, glow-in-the-dark/sparkly stuff, US state magnets and anything kawaii.

lucyellen 04/13/2007 #

Here are my five * *birds *trees *children's illustrations *squirrels *chickens :0)

Lunaria 04/13/2007 #

How fun!

*Crackled *mango *heron *inner *wonder

tateva 04/13/2007 #

My list, *stripes *rainbow *fairy *baby animals *peace

Gayle 04/13/2007 #

This sounds like a ot of fun! Here's my list:

-Brotherhood -Friendship -Snowmen -Fantasy -Love

I can't wait to start working on it.

ninjaprincess 04/13/2007 #

was i correct in thinking that we will be sending flat envelopes

VelveteenRabbit 04/14/2007 #

Most likely... For example, if someone says "giraffe", you wouldn't have to send a stuffed giraffe. You could send a notecard with a giraffe on it, or a sticker sheet or a bookmark. However, the envelope might NOT be flat if you decide to send a rubber stamp or a keychain, etc. You can send whatever you like, but the expectation here isn't for big things. Just a handful of nice, inspiring (and hopefully useful) representations of your partner's favourite things.

Hope that makes sense! :)

VelveteenRabbit 04/14/2007 #

Note: If ever you're not sure about your partner's list, don't hesitate to contact them and ask for a clarification or to see whether they'd like something you're thinking of sending. Sometimes spoiling a surprise is better than sending something that won't be appreciated.

cmhatcstamper 04/14/2007 #

My list is rabbits and bunnies-realistic ones please:), Monet, snowmen, vintage women or children, purple. Alternate words if these are too specific or impossible-penguins, Egypt, Art Deco. Sounds like a very cool swap- Thanks to our host:)

VelveteenRabbit 04/14/2007 #

You're welcome. bow :)

user7022 04/14/2007 #

After more consideration -- Ive asked to change my list -- and my "wish" was granted (giggle).

*giraffe *orange (the color OR the fruit) *clouds *squishy(that should be a fun one!!) *numbers

VelveteenRabbit 04/16/2007 #

I can't believe it. Thirteen swappers and all 13 have ratings of over 4.9! Not one newbie!? How did THAT happen??? :)

Dee 04/17/2007 #

This sounds like fun! My list is: ~ Hydrangea ~ fairy ~ blue ~ monkey ~ island

Dee 04/17/2007 #

I forgot to put in my favorite word "LAUGHTER" - which can replace any of the other words. :)

VelveteenRabbit 04/17/2007 #

This swap was worth organizing just to see these lists! :)

It would be such a fun challenge (if I had the time and money!!) to find one cool thing for each item listed above.

VelveteenRabbit 04/18/2007 #

Okay, your partners have been assigned! Please be sure to check for their list and to read the instructions one more time before sending.

Thanks, everyone! :D

Artistic 04/19/2007 #

A package interpreting my partner's words along with some swap extras including a bookmark, ATC and card featuring some of her favorite things is winging its way to sunny Florida as of this afternoon.

Enjoy!

VelveteenRabbit 04/20/2007 #

My partner's list is a bit of a challenge (but certainly not impossible) so I'm taking the time to think it through. :)

mbrat 04/24/2007 #

tateva your package is on the way, from canada.

VelveteenRabbit 04/26/2007 #

dreamhope, I'm finally mailing your package tomorrow! :)

Dee 04/27/2007 #

Jessie-messie-bo-bessie - I just finished putting your package together and will put it in the mail first thing tomorrow morning! :)

DreamHope 04/28/2007 #

Gayle: Your package is on the way! It's coming from Vancouver, Canada, so it is at the mercy of the border patrol as to when it gets to you.

tateva 04/29/2007 #

Lucyellen- your package is being mailed tomorrow morning!

keroleen73 04/29/2007 #

Felicia/Artistic - Your package is mailed out today (once I finish work sigh). Let me know when you receive it!

lucyellen 05/ 2/2007 #

VelveteenRabbit - down to the wire! Your package is going out today. Hope you like it! :0)

VelveteenRabbit 05/ 2/2007 #

Okay, thanks! :)

VelveteenRabbit 05/ 2/2007 #

Yikes, I just checked out your profile, Lucyellen. What are the odds I won't like my package???? LOL! :)

Artistic 05/ 3/2007 #

Keroleen: Your package arrived today from Germany! I haven't opened it yet ... my birthday is Tuesday so I'm going to wait so I have something fun to open!

Felicia

lucyellen 05/ 4/2007 #

tateva - thanks for the cute package! posting a picture soon :0)

mbrat 05/ 7/2007 #

ninjaprincess, great package. Thanks so much - it definitley portrays my words.

keroleen73 05/ 8/2007 #

ddmaree - I received your generous and marvellous package in the mail yesterday. Thank you so much for everything! You put such great effort in it, I cannot thank you enough.

And happy birthday to Felicia/Artistic :-D

VelveteenRabbit 05/ 8/2007 #

I just got my package from Lucyellen and I think someone needs to scrape me off the floor. I almost started crying at the loveliness, the generosity and the creativity.

Giving a simple rating, even with a heart, just doesn't seem like enough thanks!!

Clearly, this is one incredible group of swappers!

Thank you again and again and again, Lucyellen!! xoxox

keroleen73 05/10/2007 #

VelveteenRabbit - Thank you so much for hosting this swap. It is indeed an incredible group of swappers, but also shopping for our partners was challenging and lots of fun. Maybe you'd like to host this kind of swap again in several months' time? ;-)

VelveteenRabbit 05/10/2007 #

I just may do that! :D

Dee 05/11/2007 #

I received my package from cmhatcstamper and I feel the same way as Velveteen Rabbit does about hers! I am still in awe of what cmhatcstamper sent me - she is just a fabulous and very generous person! (Thanks again!!)

Thanks again to you also Velveteen Rabbit for this great swap (which I think has been one of my favorites so far!) and I hope you do host another swap like this again!

keroleen73 05/18/2007 #

A second round is available at http://www.swap-bot.com/swap/show/3860
Hope to see you all there ^_^

keroleen73 05/18/2007 #

Actually, I just noticed that you have 2 partners for that swap, so I guess I won't join then :(((
Maybe VelveteenRabbit would like to host another swap exactly like this one? Please? makes cute bambieyes

VelveteenRabbit 05/19/2007 #

LOL Keroleen!!!!! :D

Okay, just give me a week or two as I'm kind of in a busy time right now. Feel free to send me a reminder. :)

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