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carterXchan

carterXchan
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Last Online: March 27, 2013
Birthday: June 2
Country: United States
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About Me

I've been swapping on Swap-bot since Spring 2007.

I am an art librarian who is interested in vegetarianism and veganism, environmental responsibility, and feminism.

The two main things I collect are vintage paint-by-numbers and miniature, plastic replicas of the Virgin Mary. I am unfortunately not able to explain these obsessions, and certainly don't expect any of my swap partners to seek things out for this theme. It's just an odd obsession!

Favorite Books, Music, TV

Favorite Books Girl with a Pearl Earring by Tracy Chevalier, Under the Tuscan Sun by Frances Mayes, The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith, Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil, The Griffin and Sabine series by Nick Bantock, The Thursday Next series by Jasper Fforde, The Passion by Jeanette Winterson, The Red Tent by Anita Diamant, The Earth Children series by Jean Auel, David Sedaris, Jane Eyre, The Time Traveler's Wife by Audrey Niffenegger, Stephanie Plum series by Janet Evanovich's

Favorite Movies Strictly Ballroom, Priscilla Queen of the Desert, But Im a Cheerleader, Monsoon Wedding, Amelie, A Room with a View, The Forsyte Saga, Pride and Prejudice, Eat Drink Man Woman, The Life Acquatic with Steve Zissou, Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Mansfield Park, Water, Parineeta, Jane Eyre (the 2007 version).

Favorite Television Stuff that keeps me from getting too serious - the OC, Grey's Anatomy, That 70s Show, Law and Order, The Office (American version). I don't have cable (or a VCR), so I don't watch anything that's not on DVD!!

Paper & Yarn

I love to scrapbook, and I primarily make 12x12 inch albums. I appreciate any leftover patterned papers or embellishments, like brads, stickers, die-cuts, etc. Different ribbons and fibers are also appreciated!

I am a knitter of eight years. I am on ravelry.com under the same username.

A bit about my style: I like eclectic papers that have a 'vintage' look even if they are brand spanking new. In general, anything that looks exotic, foreign, etc. is wonderful! Nick Bantock (of the Griffin and Sabine series) is my artistic hero. Images that are Depression era are especially of interest to me. Otherwise, I also like Victorian, 1930s, 40s, and 50s, as well as images/papers that are European in flavor. Think decaying grandeur, as in Venice or New Orleans. Marbled, handmade and hand-decorated papers are especial favorites!

I also collage once in a while, and I love cool ephemera - ticket stubs, old-fashioned receipts, pins, game pieces, charms, pages of text in different languages, labels, cigar bands, bottle caps, sheet music, canceled checks, receipts, old lace and trim, and more.

I prefer muted over primary colors. Anything natural, but I wouldn't call myself a "nature-lover" especially.

I very much love German scrap and Dresden trim.

Food

Please don't send chocolate (unless it is Dec--March), as it probably won't make it to my house without melting.

I prefer coffee over tea - specifically espresso. Don't worry about sending tea, as I can swap it along to my momma.

I am a vegetarian of 13 years; I do eat dairy products, and am quite the cheese-o-holic. I love casseroles, which I believe I was deprived of as a child.

No Thanks

Things I would rather not receive in a swap, unless they are specifically requested:

  • Diva, Baby, Children, or Wedding themed products.
  • Crochet-related items.
  • Disney, licensed characters, or Kawaii.
  • Goth style items.
  • Flavored coffee.
  • Religious items.

Ratings

icebyrd67 rated for Fill Up my Mailbox :) The Remix! on May 28, 2010
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Melogee rated for Mix CD Swap on Apr 12, 2010
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Comment: Wow! Thanks for all the extras! You sent a lot! I noticed some songs you sent were ones I lost when I switched to a new computer so I was excited about that. Yay!
morwesong rated for Fill Up my Mailbox :) The Remix! on Mar 14, 2010
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Comment: Thank you so much for the linens! They are great!
Response: I hope you can put them to good use!
caitlinhite rated for Fill Up my Mailbox :) The Remix! on Mar 13, 2010
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Comment: I love love love the Dr. Horrible address labels. They're awesome. :D And I'm very excited to try out the brownie recipe.
Response: I'm so happy! Enjoy the brownies - they are yummy!
tishous rated for Fill Up my Mailbox :) The Remix! on Mar 13, 2010
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Comment: Thanks so much for the great art stickers...cats are tops! I must ask - what library do you work at? My daughter and I go to the library once a week, at the very least. Since I've only lived in FL for 6 months I was so excited to get something from so close by!
kthanxbye rated for A new pen pal...... on Feb 23, 2010
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Comment: Loved the letter....and I sent one out to you:)
Response: Oh, that makes me so happy - both that you enjoyed reading the letter, and that there's another on its way toward me!!
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Comment: Thanks for the postcard, I like emily :)
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Comment: thanks a lot for your lovely postcard best wishes emma in germany
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Comment: hi sara, thanks for sharing your list! a really good way to stay alive..... peace, liz
kelap rated for Any Kind - Postcard Swap 3 (USA Only) on Mar 11, 2009
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Comment: thank you
MARY rated for Any Kind - Postcard Swap 3 (USA Only) on Mar 10, 2009
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Comment: I LOVE my postcard! You couldn't have chosen one I would love more. I have water glasses with the same design. I would love to see the tapestry in person. Thanks so much.
Response: Mary, I'm *so* glad that I was able to send some happiness your way!
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Comment: i had never seen david hockney but i had heard of his work. thank you for sending me this postcard because i love the picture soo much! have a great day & thanks again! -mary
Response: Hey, so glad you liked it!
Bucket rated for Survey Says! on Jan 9, 2009
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Comment: Hope it came back to you - sorry I forgot to rate before!
Response: Thanks, I did receive it! Good answers! :-D
jessicababyy90 rated for Survey Says! on Dec 22, 2008
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Comment: Thanks for a fun survey. :)
jandcmom rated for Quick Christmas ATC on Dec 5, 2008
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Comment: Thank for the cute atc :0)
kaypendragon rated for Survey Says! on Dec 5, 2008
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Comment: I'll send your answers soon!
lois rated for Getting To Know You VIII on Dec 5, 2008
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Comment: Thank you for the beautiful extra little note card.
coolbaker5 rated for Getting To Know You VIII on Dec 5, 2008
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Comment: thank you for the nice note.

Rating Overview

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Comments

beckra on Jul 24, 2009:

I was always so happy when I had your mother as a partner, either to send to or receive from. I am so sorry for your loss. Warm thoughts to you and yours....

xine on Jul 11, 2009:

Condolences. My heart goes out to you during this very difficult time.

Cherries on Jun 4, 2009:

OOPS...Happy Belated Birthday!

thefruid on Feb 27, 2009:

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Notecards To Go has a new swap up! We'd love to have you join us in Getting To Know You Vll swap!

szreader on Jan 24, 2009:

Thanks for friending me! See you soon(-ish). :-)

LisseasLuxuries on Dec 30, 2008:

newyear2009

thatzghetto on Dec 23, 2008:

Cherries on Dec 14, 2008:

I had a blast today although my head is still pounding a little from all the club music. We must keep in touch.

KerrWriter on Dec 14, 2008:

I loved meeting you too. I can't believe we are so close and have never swapped before. Let's definitely keep in touch and let me know if any other cool crafty happenings are happening. :)

rockstar20h on Dec 5, 2008:

will you please answer my email...thanks

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