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Magic Yarn Ball Gulf Coast Style

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Magic Yarn Ball Gulf Coast Style
Swap Coordinator:PinkLotus (contact)
Swap categories: Yarn 
Number of people in swap:4
Location:International
Type:Type 3: Package or craft
Last day to signup/drop:July 24, 2011
Date items must be sent by:September 1, 2011
Number of swap partners:1
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Many thanks to our fellow Gulf Coaster @Deeno1105 for suggesting this swap!!

We are swapping magic yarn balls!!! Here's a few links:

link Deeno suggested

magic yarn ball flickr group

blog link

whip up

good tips in this previous yarnball swap on swapbot

The Facts:

  • you will be sending ONE yarn ball to ONE partner

  • you need to use at least one full skein of yarn = minimum of 6 oz.. I have read though that to completely cover the goodies it will probably take 2 skeins of yarn (12 oz +) Any type/color of yarn is welcome and is SENDER'S CHOICE, but make sure that it is clean!!

  • Put in as many goodies in the ball as you like - I won't set a minimum but the goal is to wow your partner, not underwhelm them.. think "spoil"! They can be handmade, storebought, thrifted, or out of your stash..it can be crochet/knit/yarn related, OR not.. it's sender's choice on the contents of the ball as well.

  • Don't forget to secure the end with either a ribbon or a broach of some kind to keep ball from unraveling in transit.. make it pretty and decorative!

  • With us being in the Gulf Coast its not a good idea to put in chocolate items.. if you do put candy- put it in a plastic bag with the air removed. I don't think tiny lotions or liquids are a good idea in our southern climate.

  • Here are some suggestions for items to put in ball: crochet tools, knitting tools (make sure to see which your partner would use - for example I only crochet and I don't knit), stitch markers, sewing notions, jewelry (handmade or storebought), ribbon, pens, pencils, chopsticks, tiny notepads (like post-its), beads (probably best in a tiny baggy or a sealed container), something crocheted or knitted by you, small needlebook, pack of needles in the package, tea, single serve coffee packets, tiny knick knacks, the sky is the limit (other than the items I mentioned that aren't a good idea based on where we live)!!

  • I know you ladies are stellar so Im sure there will be no need for angels or worrying about ppl following the rules!

Discussion

teresamarie 07/16/2011 #

I have no clue as to how mine will turn out, but I'm going to have a blast making it!!! Can't wait!!!!

PinkLotus 07/18/2011 #

me either - I never made one before but it seems simple enough!!

Deeno1105 07/24/2011 #

I sent my finished yarn ball for my other swap. It was a blast to wrap the goodies. Here's a tip for buttons or other small items you may want to put in the ball: Just lift a few threads and push it into the ball instead of trying to wrap it. If you have anything sharp like metal scraps, bottle caps, etc, you may want to put those in some plastic wrap before wrapping so it doesn't snag the yarn. I used 1 skein of "Red Heart Super Saver" yarn - 8 oz. and it made for a pretty big ball. It was great fun and can't wait to get partners for this one so I can start collecting little treasures for the inside. Have fun every one!

PinkLotus 07/24/2011 #

great idea deeno - thanks for the tip!!

keylee3 07/25/2011 #

I thought the sign up date was the 26th! :( I'm sorry I missed it. I will defintely join the next one. Have fun and I hope you all post pictures! :)

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