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*****FANTABULOUS HANDBAG SWAP******Number 3 !

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*****FANTABULOUS HANDBAG SWAP******Number 3 !
Swap Coordinator:katiewoo (contact)
Swap categories: Handbags  Sewing  Handmade 
Number of people in swap:30
Location:International
Type:Type 3: Package or craft
Last day to signup/drop:April 11, 2010
Date items must be sent by:May 14, 2010
Number of swap partners:1
Description:

Following the success of the FANTABULOUS HANDBAG SWAP and the FANTABULOUS HANDBAG SWAP number 2, here’s another opportunity to join in the fun! If you missed it the first and second time round or just fancy another bag (and, tell me, who doesn’t?) then sign up for FANTABULOUS HANDBAG SWAP number 3! THE exciting, stunning, envious bag swap!

A swap where you you'll get assigned to just one partner and your simple task is to pull out all your delicious bag patterns and create the most perfect and beautiful handbag for your swap mate.

You need check your partner's profile to enable you to create the best fit for them in terms of colour and bag type (they may need a tote or a smaller purse) but get your creativity hats on and make something stunning!

In the UK, a handbag is just a bag that you can use! It's up to you to check with your partner to see what they need.

So get cracking!!! This is an international swap but I figure the postage wont be too high as handbags are light.

May I add, newbies are welcome (we were all new once) but PM me first as you must complete your profile prior to signing up. You must have an impeccable record or a good argument as I will not tolerate flakers! It's just not fair! I reserve the right to knock you off this swap if your history is dodgy. Please PM me if you’re unsure. Here’s to another fab swap! Happy swapping : )

Fab tutorials and ideas @ diybaglover.blogspot.com

Discussion

dmarie 03/ 9/2010 #

had a blast with the last one :)

EastTexMoles 03/ 9/2010 #

OMG! This will be awesome to do and I would not be offended if my patner used recycled materials to make mine. BE KIND TO OUR EARTH. I can use a bag for miscelanious use, shopping, errands, fun, etc....

imyorehuckleberry 03/ 9/2010 #

I would prefer some sort of large bag/tote, but in all reality I would use whatever. My only preferences are I don't care for orange or bright teal much. Otherwise I am game! I don't like purses that you have to hold in your hand as I always set it down and then wonder where my purse is. =)

Ruthy 03/13/2010 #

I've been in #1 and #2 so, naturally I am here again! Surprise with your best bag. I am more curious than picky :-)

katiewoo 03/14/2010 #

Good on you Ruthy! I received the most beautiful bags from both my partners on swaps 1 and 2 and they both, thoughtfully, asked me what I would like. This time around I'd like a surprise!

All I do ask is that you refrain from signing up if you really have no intention of making and sending. i had to angel 4 times on the 1st and it looks almost as bad on the 2nd. GRRRRR! FLAKERS KEEP OUT!

Miannco 03/15/2010 #

I would love to join this swap. I love making handbags.

dkay 03/15/2010 #

Please do not let Jessica Haynes (jessi2361) join this swap. She flaked on me on the last one.

TheAfterCraft 03/16/2010 #

I'm a newbie-esl.. but I'm good.. and I am frackin game for this one. I work in a fabric store.. I have an unhealthy amount of stash building up.

katiewoo 03/16/2010 #

No probs dkay! She's off the case!

Patrice 03/20/2010 #

I'm always excited by this swap. The perfect purse for me is a tote about 14" wide x 12" tall x 5" wide at the sides and bottom with a snap closure. A pocket on the outside is great for a blackberry. The straps or strap should be long enough to fit over the shoulder. I love black backgrounds with color or white on it, like black and white prints, black and multicolor prints. Imagination is key.

Kimminita 03/22/2010 #

This looks like fun! I would like any bag as long as not a purse. So I would almost say the bigger the better ;-) And bright (spring/summer) colors are my favorite.

RadicalRecrafter 03/24/2010 #

This will be so much fun! I make bags of all sizes for my Etsy shop and have BINS of fabrics ready to use! I prefer recycled/recrafted(of course!),but will be happy with whatever my partner sends me!

katiewoo 03/26/2010 #

@ninabean15 has flagged up a great website with tons of great downloadable bag patterns should anyone need any ideas! Thanks ninabean15, you're a star!

madamerogers 03/27/2010 #

i too am new, but promise to send! i would also be happy with anything! your choice!

sewvanilla 04/ 1/2010 #

I'm another newbie but I have just done a couple of swaps from other blogs and now have swap-itis! Please can I join? I have loads of ideas but just need the excuse!

Bearynice 04/ 3/2010 #

This is the best swap . I got the most beautiful bag last time and I promise to send something beautiful to my partner.To stop flaking katiewoo put in your swap that flakers will be BANNED FROM SWAPPING in FUTURE I put it in swaps I host and it does works.I haven't had one for a long time but if I get one they will get Banned.

TheAfterCraft 04/ 4/2010 #

I seriously can't wait for this!!! SUPER EXCITED!!!

Kimminita 04/ 4/2010 #

Inspiration is always welcome, where can we find the link to this?

@ninabean15 has flagged up a great website with tons of great downloadable bag patterns should anyone need any ideas! Thanks ninabean15, you're a star!

Or can you put it in the text of the swap?

dkay 04/ 5/2010 #

Best swap coordinator! Katiewoo had to angel me on the last one. I missed the first one. But I am in for another go. Bearynice liked her purse and it made me feel so good to give something that is appreciated. So if you get me...I would like an over the shoulder that is large enough to carry the usual but also some crafty stuff as well.

sewingpassion 04/ 5/2010 #

I would like a purse with some sort of closure and a strap that is long enough to go over my shoulder. Any colour is fine but no yellow (a touch of yellow is ok). A purse large enough to fit a wallet, notebook, cell phone, pen and a few small toys that I carry around for my boys in case we have to wait anywhere would be good. I'll leave it up to my swap partner to choose the style.

TheAfterCraft 04/ 6/2010 #

I like big lovely bags, it's genetically impossible for me to pack light!!

It's a wonder how men can do with just a wallet!!!

A127 04/ 6/2010 #

I love big bags with beads etc. Not to fussy. I love Suprises!

katiewoo 04/ 6/2010 #

Just want to say how exciting I am about this swap!! There have been so many great comments and such positivity that I have a good feeling about this one....like hopefully I wont have to angel!!! For the record, as Bearynice has suggested (Thank you Bearynice)....FLAKERS WILL BE BANNED FROM FUTURE SWAPS ! Got it? Good! Have fun you handbag makers, gather those patterns, pull together that inspiration, set up your machines....not long now! Kate x

katiewoo 04/ 6/2010 #

Can't do a link but have left the web address for the ideas and tutorials for a gazillion bags in the blurb at the top. (DIY bag Lover blogspot) K x

sewvanilla 04/ 8/2010 #

Thanks for letting me in! I am really looking forward to this- can't wait to find out who I am making for. Thanks for the link to the bag blog- some beautiful bags on there!

I'm undecided what kind of bag I want- something practical that I can chuck keys, purse, phone, tissues and snack for son before I rush out of the door or something pretty that I will never use because, well I don't go out, but I will put it ontop of the tv and stare at it because it's so, so beautiful! Head says practical but heart says beautiful so I am going with......beautiful!!

marijke 04/ 9/2010 #

I prefer a bag with a strap over the shoulder, but I like all kind of bags, as long as it is nicely made!

michellew 04/10/2010 #

I love vintagey colours and patterns, pretty, sweet, that kinda thing!

I would like a bag with a strap long enough to across the body. Other than that, I'm up for anything that you think is nice and/or practical!

michellew 04/10/2010 #

I think that a wallet swap would be a great one to go with the bags in the future!

katiewoo 04/11/2010 #

Ooh, that sounds like it might be interesting @michellew !

nestings 04/11/2010 #

This sounds like fun! Do you need volunteers to make an extra, just in case?

I am up for a surprise- I have yet to meet a bag I didn't love! I do tend to use bags that have a cross-body strap a bit more than those with shorter straps, but I'll love whatever you send :)

Nicc79 04/12/2010 #

I would like any bag as long as not a purse The bigger the better :)

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