Mini DIY Craft Kits

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Swap Coordinator:	OrigamiGrace (contact)
Swap categories:	Paper Goods Miscellaneous Jewelry
Number of people in swap:	19
Location:	International
Type:	Type 3: Package or craft
Last day to signup/drop:	May 15, 2007
Date items must be sent by:	May 31, 2007
Number of swap partners:	1
Description:
Want to try something new? Send a mini do-it-yourself kit to one partner and receive one in return! A great way to learn or dabble in a new craft. One kit, one partner, grab-bag style (meaning you don't get to specify the mini kit you want, it's up to your sender!) Senders may ask their partners if they have a preference or if they have additional tools required (e.g., needle nosed pliers for jewelry making) You will assemble (or buy) a small kit that will provide all materials and instructions needed for your partner to make one or two complete items: for example - two ATCs, two handmade notecards, one mini scrapbook or sticky pad book, one crocheted bookworm or hairband, one mini cross-stitch kit or other embroidery, one pair of beaded earrings, one pendant, one jeweled pin or broach, one bracelet, one mini picture frame, one refridgerator magnet, one altered altoid tin, one matchbox shrine, etc. Omit glue, scissors, tape - I'm gonna assume we all have that:) You get the idea. The kits should be smallish and inexpensive, two or three dollars at most. Going over is up to you and will certainly be appreciated by your partner. US participants only, rated swappers only (no newbies) of 4.7 or better. Questions, please message me! Get your "Martha" on!

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Artistic 05/ 2/2007 #

Can this be a storebought kit or are we supposed to put it together "from scratch"?

OrigamiGrace 05/ 3/2007 #

Either way, your choice! I've seen plenty of adorable mini kits at the craft store!

sewingspoon 05/ 8/2007 #

Is it okay if I get a Canada-only/international swap going with this same idea? I think trying to make the kits itty-bitty and affordably mailable would be even more fun! And the idea is GREAT! Thanks, Spoon

OrigamiGrace 05/ 9/2007 #

But of course! I kept this one US only since the mailing would be bulky and I wanted a quick turn on it! The more the merrier!

Susi 05/12/2007 #

pray tell, what's a sticky note book? That intrigues me. This swap seems easy enough, i certainly have enough supplies to send my partner everything need to make a certain craft item! And who knows maybe I can learn something new... just what I need, another craft to spend my money on! AARRGGHHH! Let me think it over. If i can get things together this weekend, i have until Monday or tuesday to still sign up. One question though.... I have a really neat book that gives great instructions onmmaking this item, would it be all right to just photocopy those instructions, if i give credit to the book? PM me know. Thanks, Susi

OrigamiGrace 05/12/2007 #

LOL, hi Susi! Yes you can photocopy instructions just give credit etc. I often copy origami instructions;)

A sticky note book is just a little set of covers you make for a sticky note pad, lemme see if I can find a pic: http://www.thecardladies.com/Kits.htm

Scroll down to the very bottom of the page for the template and picture. You make a lil book cover for a sticky pad and it's really cute!

supaflydesigns 05/15/2007 #

I'm so bummed! I have a GREAT swap for this swap, but I haven't yet been rated. Hopefully this swap will come around again soon! Have fun!

OrigamiGrace 05/16/2007 #

Timanna I couldn't decide what to send ya so you're getting two kits! Hope you like em:)

gooddog56 05/17/2007 #

Package just sent to Patty J--I hope you will have it in a week--I did send it Priority...

Artistic 05/18/2007 #

A package is en route to my partner. Hope you enjoy the kit contents!

lulubird6 05/21/2007 #

Dlowewin, Wow! Thanks so taking the time to personalize my kit and send something that I can do with my daughters. It really means a lot to me! thank you, thank you, thank you!

timanna 05/22/2007 #

thanks Origami Grace! looking forward to it!

lulubird6 05/22/2007 #

brittercat, I finally got your stuff in the mail today. Sorry, I was unable to get to the PO yesterday as planned. I hope you like it!

gooddog56 06/10/2007 #

Robyn,

The craft kit came while I was out of town--thanks! My mother & a friend both do some needlefelting, I have not but am eager to give it a try!

CynthiaJeanne 06/13/2007 #

Is anybody else still waitng for a package? I haven't seen anything yet, US mail doesn't take this long...

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