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hellojett

hellojett
Original Member
Last Online: December 6, 2023

Country: Germany

About Me

Please make sure my last name (not my username) is clear on the envelope above my address.

I’m an Aussie, living in Berlin, Germany. I am in my 40s. I read a lot, mainly fiction but also some informative books on a wide range of themes. With books, I like to have one German book and one English book on the go. My German language skill is good enough for work, and general getting by, but I really am lazy with it. I like cutting pictures out of magazines and sticking them in books to make new journaling pages. I used to enjoy playing bingo with my late grandmother, I have a nostalgia for it now, but nowhere seems to host it. I love flowers, household plants and learning about their benefits. I am learning about what plants from the weed variety are actually edible, like dandilion or nettle. I made some dried stinging nettle capsules for the Winter, they have a lot of vitamins and minerals. I enjoy taking holidays and look forward to exploring Europe more. I am quite happy with my own company and never seem to run out of things to do.

I am not religious.

I love cat related things - especially black cats. I also love starlings and blackbirds. Ferns, pheasants, carnations, snowdrops, oak trees, nature, dried/pressed flowers. I'm always pleased to receive memo papers, stickers (adult), notecards, stationery papers, washi tapes, unused postcards that are not of a city. No colouring postcards please.

I would love to receive anything with the common blackbird on it. It is my favourite garden bird. Also anything with hares or bees.

Favourite Season: all - They all have their good points. Favourite Colours: all but particularly mauve, forest green, minty green, gold and silver

Favorite Crafts

I'll try anything, I did begin to crochet a cardigan, but am not having a lot of motivation as I've restarted it 3 times already. I also learned how to knit colour-work socks - see Stoneknits on Etsy - but not how to make the threads not tangle and therefore they're mostly too tight. I enjoy cooking and will often cook something new from a recipe book or online, but generally it should have a picture so I know what it should look like!

Currently sewing a dress at a weekly sewing class, I'm making good progress - It helps to have a teacher at hand.

I enjoy my junk journaling and making collages. I'd love to get letter stickers! But not number stickers. Interesting magazine/newspaper cut outs, dicuts, things I can use in a junk journal. Anything cat related, floral, nature, pretty.

Favorite Books

Cold comfort farm - Stella Gibbons. My Struggle (series) - Karl Ove Knausgård Anastasia (series) - Vladimir Megre Flames - Robbie Arnott Though a Glass Darkly - Karleen Koen Village Diary - Miss Read Old 1950s book about cosy, village life.

Favorite Movies

Indie films! Suggest some from your country please! I generally will not watch Hollywood films, including Disney. I can no longer tolerate violence or to be honest, sex-scenes. I do not see how it really enhances a film. Subtle and not in-your-face is always better.

Likes & Dislikes

I am happy to receive any notecards, notepapers/memopapers, letter sets! I am quite open minded and am happy to read your happy moments as well as your not so happy.

I would not like to receive food items. I do not need or want disney, hollywood, religious, manga items. I am not particularly interested in American tourist/city postcards unless it's cute, illustrated or written on or to do with the swap "not my city" for example. Strictly NOTHING even slightly perfumed please!! I cannot stand fake chemical smells.

Thank you! :)

Temporary

Tea: black, peppermint, fenal, chamomile, I don't really like green tea or orange/fruity.

Ratings

fourgnomesinatrenchcoat rated for Café Letters - 1 on Dec 6, 2023
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Comment: That sucks that your first 2 cafe experiences sucked! I often have the same issues at large chain cafes. I hope you have a wonderful holiday season <3
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Comment: Thank you for the lovely surprises! Yes, we may be related (Lewis) -Gracias!
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Comment: I really enjoyed getting to know you a bit through some of your favorite things! How fun that you met the artist for that clever postcard! What a classy Books are Magic card - and isn't it extra fun to find something delightful like those cards when you are traveling! Thanks for your note and all the enjoyable items. Loved your pretty envelope and squirrels postage also.
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Comment: Ty for just everything = great Joy! With best, even festive regards...happy 2024 :)
churlann rated for TGIF Weekend Notecard #369 on Dec 5, 2023
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Comment: I received your beautiful card and black and white post card of the pyramids. That will go on my b&w photo wall. I appreciate your long letter all about your weekend too. Have a Merry Christmas🎄
Labella79 rated for Advent Calendar Card on Dec 1, 2023
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Comment: Danke schön für diese wunderschöne Adventskalender-Karte <3 Sie kam heute genau richtig zum 1. Dezember an und ich werde nachher gleich das erste Türchen öffnen. Die Brille habe ich schon aufgesetzt :-) Ich wünsche dir eine schöne Adventszeit!
Response: Schön, dass es pünktlich angekommen ist! Das freut mich. Ich wünsche dir auch eine schöne Adventszeit!
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Comment: Thanks for the wonderful surprise! I wasn’t expecting more than 1 tea bag and I loved the ones you choose💌✨
LadyJo rated for TGIF Weekend Notecard #370 on Nov 29, 2023
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Comment: Thank you so much for a fun notecard full of photos! That was neat how you added them to make it more fun! The Spa sounded so so nice! I am sorry the painting class didn't go well but your right just do it at home when you wish too! Thanks for sharing!
Response: Glad you liked it, thank you!
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Comment: I love that your cat Kala is on your page. The embroidery is nice too.... andnthat ribbon adds a nice touch as do all the loose string. Thanks!
Response: Thanks for your rating! Yes the loose strings were left on because they add a little extra :)
Lolle rated for IFM: Scrap Envelope-November 2023 on Nov 27, 2023
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Comment: Beautiful envelope, I love it! Thank you for adding extra goodies. Can't wait to try the Elderflower tea. I love Hollunder 💕 Liebe Grüße aus Neuseeland
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Comment: Thank you so much for the awesome PC and diet tip! LOL! Have a wonderful day! Hugs, Diane
Jjean rated for Scavenger Junk Journal Round #10 on Nov 26, 2023
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Comment: Thank you for sharing.... great page.
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Comment: Looks great! Love your kitty, Kala! Nice incorporation of the fabric!! Great layout!
denisedecker58 rated for Colorful Notecard Letter #4 on Nov 24, 2023
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Comment: Thank you so much for the lovely notecard and letter, as well as all the enclosures! I always enjoy hearing from you! I hope the little cat you took in is doing ok now! I'm sure she has adjusted to her new home and is more relaxed!
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Comment: I always enjoy your letters!❤️ Reading them is...comfortable, like catching up with an old friend. Your Cáfe Letter will be off on Monday, the way the mail is working these days you may have it on Tuesday!
Labella79 rated for PC-Places I've never been 4 on Nov 23, 2023
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Comment: Vielen lieben Dank für die tolle Postkarte von Ljubljana <3 Sie ist heute angekommen, juhu :) Ich freue mich sehr. Die Postkarte passt auch super, denn Anfang Oktober war ich zum ersten Mal in Slowenien (in der Nähe von Maribor). Es hat mir auch sehr gut gefallen. Vielen herzlichen Dank noch einmal für deine perfekte Postkarte :) Alles Gute!
Response: Schön! Das freut mich sehr. Aber da sie so spät angekommen ist frage ich mich sehr! Danke auch für deine nette Kommentar! :)
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Comment: Love the cards😁 I have a friend in Berlin, so it was fun getting something from someone else in the same area.
Lilyhax rated for Christmas Card - Religious Wk #2 on Nov 20, 2023
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Comment: You have wonderful holiday traditions. It is great to have time to visit with family and friends.
Savannahrandons rated for Ugly PC Swap #76 on Nov 19, 2023
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Comment: Your bookstore postcard has arrived. I love it! And I love the postcrossing stamp you used. Happy Thanksgiving!!
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Comment: Hello, Carys! Thank you for the wonderful letter -- and the little notecard. I share your interest in owning a little cottage, although I know that I could not keep a garden -- I have killed a cactus! Have a wonderful day!

Rating Overview

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Comments

Bo on Nov 3, 2023:

You have really surprised me by angeling swap "European letters #7" I didn't expect it all so I am really thankful and will write you back when I get back from my trip.

soyprincesa2 on Jul 9, 2023:

I loved your Round 1 Mellowmiller Scavenger page. Thanks for joining our swap!

mangoN7 on May 20, 2023:

Thank you so much for your letter. I can't believe you gifted me a whole washi tape roll, as well as many other amazing goodies! You're spoiling me so much <3

And I'm so sorry to hear about your cat! I wish you and your cat all the best! I hope you get to spend as much time as possible with Scully

ChelseaDagger on Mar 25, 2023:

Hi - thanks for swapping! 🤗

JanHardt on Jan 15, 2023:

Hi Cary’s, Thank you so much for adding the Hot Air Balloon page to my Mini Art Journal. I love the hand sewing! Thank you for returning the finished book to me. Best to you, JanHardt

Rainydancer on Oct 23, 2022:

welcome to sunshine swaps!

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