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MissMinaPT

MissMinaPT
Date Joined: March 23, 2021
Last Online: January 9, 2022

Country: Portugal
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About Me

currently indulging in some motherhood time away - will miss you and all the fun swaps for a while

Hi!

I’m an English teacher from Portugal, a land of sunny landscapes and friendly people with a passion for good food. 🇵🇹

I love art and am a self taught illustrator (both digital and traditional). I’ve recently found the pen pal and swapping community and I’m fascinated and happy to join in, because crafting is making art basically 😌

Reading is life, especially sci-fi, horror and romance (quite the mix, I know) and running is my outlet to help balance my anxiety and stress levels - I’m lucky to live in a countryside like place with tons of fresh air and natural landscapes.

I love how inspiring and heartwarming other people's projects are and I heartily appreciate the effort and dedication it takes into creating them.

Because there’s no Planet B, I re-use envelopes, always redecorating them with washi tape, stickers and beautiful paper, so if that’s your vibe, too, feel free to send me beautifully upcycled envies 😊

I always send out on time, usually shortly after partners are assigned and before due dates and post to and from Portugal is very reliable. So, if for some reason you don’t receive a package from me and/or are not happy with something I sent you, please let me know. I aim to make my partners happy and I really make an effort and take joy in creating special packages to send out. I will always try to make it right so please act with patience and consideration if anything goes awry 💛🙏

Things that make me smile

I am thankful for and especially love all the things listed below but just because something isn't on here doesn't mean I won't enjoy what you pick to send my way 😊

  • rich colours, jewel tones but also soft pastels and neutral, earthy tones (think mustard or rusty orange, for example);

  • stickers, especially nature/floral/botanical (except reward, kiddy, planner or teacher stickers);

  • washi tape (except word filled washi and/or deco tape);

  • bookmarks or book related merch (stickers, prints, magnets, buttons, pins, quote cards, etc.);

  • illustrations or stationery by small business illustrators;

  • stationery items/sets (snail mail writing paper or notecards and matching envelopes);

  • die cuts, cards, textured, vellum or handmade papers and paper ephemera (vintage or other but no junk mail type ephemera nor postage stamps, used or new, please);

  • themed postacards tied to my likes, featuring photography, art, nature, funny or book quotes;

  • miscellaneous notebooks, notepads, list pads, memo pads and sticky notes sheets;

  • handmade and unused envelopes, flipbooks, snail mail folders and beautifully crafted ATCs

Things that are not my cup of tea

All things listed below will be wasted on me. I’d rather you save them for happier destinations in other households, please 👌🏼

  • spiders and graphic images of insects with way too many legs are really not my cup of tea, so if there could be none of such related things sent to me, that would be awesome!!!

  • I’m not religious, so no religious material or themed items, please.

  • I also don't really craft with sequins, buttons or anything very glittery, children themed or alphabet/numerals things.

  • I prefer my kawaii/anime/cartoon/Disney/super heroes/Harry Potter/Star Wars/K-pop and skulls/zombies/horror stuff in the realm of movies, shows and books only - none in my crafting, thank you.

  • food, beverages or candy (although fruity tea or hot chocolate mixes are welcome, even if not my fave items).

  • items to do any other crafts, like knitting, candlemaking, sewing etc. (I’m a papercrafting only kind of girl).

  • jewellery, handmade or other, makeup, perfume or other beauty and body related items.

Thank you for reading it all and be free to message me if you have any questions or if you would like to get a swap going! ☀️

Ratings

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Comment: Thank you for all the lovely items :-) I hope I'll find some time to use them soon!
LiisaS rated for ESO Advent Calendar - Washi Tape on Nov 8, 2021
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Comment: Hey Carmina! Thank you for the wonderfully packed washi advent calendar envies! You accidentally sent me 4 instead of 6, but it' s completely okay! They are really lovingly packed 🥰 can' t wait to open them ❄️ literally can' t. I' m not very patient😁 take care!
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Comment: than you so much for the card, tape and stickers
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Comment: Thank you so much! Can't wait to open it :)
Fuchsi rated for ESO: Profile Surprise Swap on Oct 17, 2021
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Comment: Hello and thank you very, very much! ^.^ Your thoughtful selected and cute decorated swap just left me speechlees. You looked very well at my profile and did an amazing job by putting things together I actually would like (and really do love)! I'm more than happy! Thanks a lot for this swap, it made my day. :-) Have a great week, Maxi
ladybug513 rated for ESO: Midi goodies pocket on Oct 12, 2021
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Comment: Thank you for the lovely pocket! I love the colours, how you decorated it and all the little bits you included for me :)
Petaltea rated for ESO: Paper stuffed blind envie #3 on Oct 1, 2021
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Comment: Wow Fantastic!! I love everything you sent!! Isn’t it funny how you can get the same partner several times in a row :). Have a great weekend!!
LondonWriting rated for ESO: Make an Envelope #4 on Sep 24, 2021
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Comment: Thank you so much Mina for the awesome envelope you made and the extras. I love them and looking forward to use them in my snail mail projects.
Foxears rated for ESO: Crazy Eight Washi Tape Swap #4 on Sep 22, 2021
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Comment: I absolutely love everything you sent. From the washis to the extras to the absolute adorable paper you used for the pocket you put the washi in!
snippetsandscraps rated for 50 Tiny Stickers on Sep 20, 2021
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Comment: Hi Carmina, Hope you are well. I received your mail today. Thank you so much - loved all the stickers and all the additional ones too! Take care!
Inesrv rated for ESO: Autumn Scavenger Hunt on Sep 17, 2021
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Comment: OMG ahah How lucky am I for receiving another swap from you?? I feel very lucky indeed! Thank you so much, I absolutely love everything you sent as always and this was an extra special because you made a little flipbook which I love :) I'll write you soon. Love, Inês
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Comment: Thank you so much for the necklace, I Love it and I adored the Six of Crows books. I am reading the Grishaverse right now, so we are obviously on the same wavelength. Thank you and happy reading!
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Comment: Oh wow!! This is just beautiful!!! These were so fun to make. I love all the goodies. I’m putting this in my junk journal. Well done and thanks for joining this swap!!
Begokschaf rated for 50 Tiny Stickers on Sep 14, 2021
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Comment: Thank you for putting so much thought into what you mailed me. I love them.
Jbee rated for Autumn Journal Kit on Sep 14, 2021
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Comment: Today I got your wonderful & lovely filled envelope. Thank you very much for all the lovely items. Time to craft. Have a colorful autumn, Love Jill
Inesrv rated for Europe Hygge Swap #4 on Sep 13, 2021
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Comment: Oh meu Deus ahaha também não sabia que irias ser tu a minha partner para este swap mas foi uma agradável surpresa!! Adorei tudo o que enviaste, como sempre aliás! Muito, muito obrigada, estava tudo muito bem pensado e os materiais que escolheste, adoro! Hygge é mesmo assim, é uma sensação de aconchego por isso foi mais do que bem conseguido!! Obrigada mais uma vez e falamos muito em breve! :)
sillysusie rated for The surreal on Sep 12, 2021
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Comment: I was so surprised. It was like opening a Christmas present, thank you. The subject matter is so broard
Trevismom rated for Handmade book mark and a letter #2 on Sep 12, 2021
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Comment: Wow! Such a cute bookmark! I love the little stamps and the washi border! Thank you for the sweet letter! My favorite books leading up to Halloween is definitely Anne Rice books! I do love all the classics though. Frankenstein and the old Dracula books are my favorites. Thank you too for the adorable washi tapes! I love tiny washi tapes and you sent soooo many! 😀 I hope you have an awesome fall and upcoming holiday season! Happy swapping! D
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Comment: I loved it so much!!! Ever card I get give me ideas and I've learned from your composition :) I loved getting something from Portugal, awesome country :)
primaveratime rated for Handmade Bookmark and letter on Sep 6, 2021
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Comment: thank you so much Carmina !!! You are so right, I noticed the same with the books I read. lol Take care and stay healthy !!!

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Petaltea on Mar 9, 2022:

Stopping by to say Hello! I hope you are well!

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