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ccirwin1971

ccirwin1971
Date Joined: April 14, 2011
Last Online: December 12, 2015
Birthday: March 14
Country: United States

About Me

I'm a married 67 year old mom of two kids. Both are adopted from Korea. Neither are married. I recently celebrated my 41st anniversary with my husband, Phil.

I love knitting and I always have several projects going at the same time. I tend to use primary colors for my projects. I have a stash of yarn that I keep in my linen closet! OH, If my husband only knew! Ha. Ha.

I have a part-time job at Lowe's Home Improvement. When I'm not working on knitting projects, I'm working around the house.

I watch GMA in the mornings, FOX news, Food Network, Discovery. I do knit and watch as long as my stitches aren't real complicated. Ha, ha. I know this may sound cheezy but I do watch reality TV. I love Dancing with the Stars, and American Idol. We have so many talented individuals in this amazing country.

My favorite scent is vanilla. I have candles with this scent all over the house. I love to go into Bath & Body and check out the latest fragrances. Their bath gels are simply the greatest.

I also love cats. I have a large collection of "Cat's Meow" houses and accessories. They are all above my door frames. They really are great - especially the early ones from the 80's signed by Faline. I have just one cat at this time. His name is Preston.

I drink tea/chai. I had to quit drinking coffee when I found out that the caffene was not helping a neurological condition (but I have cheated once in a while - drinking some of my husband's coffee).

Coupons

I have a cat at home that eats wet and dry food. I try and get the indoor variety but he eats just about anything that we put in a bowl. I buy frozen pizza's... Red Baron. I have found that our store will accept coupons where the first 5 digits match on a particular brand. Not just the particular item on the coupon. For example, coupon for single serve works for all full size pizzas. Salsa - just about any brand, Yogurt, Cheese, Cake mixes and icing/ brownie mixes, Flavored creamers for coffee (for my hubby!), Tea, Crystal Light, Butter/Margarine, Canned Vegetables/Tomatoes, Condiments: Mustard, Mayo, A-1.

Hope this is a help to my swapping partners :)

Favorite Music

I love listening to oldies ( 50's and 60's ). I also listen to some Country. I recently joined a dance class at our local fitness center and enjoy doing line dances ( some that have been around for years plus new - Swizzle! ). We even do a line dance to Lady GaGa's - Poker Face and Adele's - Rolling in the Deep! Our dance group goes around to assisted living homes and we dance 10 - 15 different dances for the residents. It is so rewarding to see the smiles on their faces.

Favorite Books

I have to admit that I don't get to read as much as I would like BUT I do love a good mystery or who done it book.

I am very lucky to work next to a used book store. Her books are very inexpensive and you can accumulate credit when you return books or recirculate ones that you have in your library. She has a gold mine there.

Wish List

My wishes include: Yarn - I love wool blends and cottons. Dislike "Fun Fur". (Aunt Lydia's Rug Yarn - cotton blends are hard to find so I usually gather up whatever color I can find). Knitting Patterns - intermediate level dishcloths/washcloths. Stationary, Notecards, funny memo pads. Cat's Meow. Life is Good. Lotions to fit in my purse. Vintage items (any unique items that may have been in"grandma's attic".) such as pins, brooches, etc.

And then there is CHOCOLATE!!! Hmmm. What can I say..... Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, Peanut M&M's. I do love that combination. LOL

Don't Need

I don't need address books. I have an IPad.

Don't Like

There isn't much that I don't like. I like most things/people. If I don't like something, I will recycle and forward it to someone else. I don't let many things go to waste. With so many great swaps, I do share with my partners.

Ratings

Elyse rated for KNIT a Dishcloth--any color---USA only on Jul 24, 2012
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Comment: Tha you so much for my beautiful dishcloth, I put a card in the mail for you. Happy Swapping....
Response: You are so welcome. And thank you for the lovely note. Hope you enjoy your summer in New England. Thank you for the HEART. Cathy
KathyB rated for Summer Sun - Yarn Swap on Jul 13, 2012
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Comment: Why can't we give more hearts? I want too!!! Thanks for the scarf and instructions now I need to learn to knit. They are popular here as well.
Response: You are so welcome. Thank you for the HEART. Enjoy your summer. Cathy
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Comment: Thank you so much for the beautiful dishcloth... I absolutely love everything about it... especially that pattern that you chose... and the extra yarn was unbelievable... I wish that I could give you more stars... Thanks again :)
Response: You are so welcome. I love the pattern. I found it in a 2007 copy of Creative Knitting. It's called Spring is in the Air". I have made it many times. Thank you for the heart. :) Cathy
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Comment: i love the scarf and the dishcloth they are very nice thank u so much Liz
Response: You are so welcome. Thank you for the Heart. Hugs, Cathy
junior88 rated for Yarn swap -U.S. only on Mar 30, 2012
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Comment: Thank you for the yarn. I love the color choices and the scarf is just beautiful
Response: You are so very welcome. Glad you loved the colors. And THANK YOU for the heart. Hugs, Cathy
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Comment: Absolutely LOVE both the cloths (the red one with the cute furry goodness!) and the little snowman and nice note. Thank you SO SO much!!
Response: You are so very welcome. I hope you have a very Merry Christmas. And thank you for the heart. Hugs, Cathy
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Comment: Wish I could give you 3 hearts! The towels you sent are beautiful and match my kitchen perfectly! And I use snowmen to decorate at Christmas. Wonderful choices. Thank you so very much!
Response: You are so very welcome. I am glad that you liked the towels. And thank you for the (3) hearts! May you have a very Merry Christmas. See you next time. Hugs, Cathy
widelo123 rated for Dishcloth Swap on Dec 10, 2011
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Comment: loved the tree one. Thank you, Shirley
Response: You are welcome. Thank youf the heart. Hugs, Cathy
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Comment: Cathy, Thank you so much for the beautiful brown, orange, and cream colored striped dishcloth. You did a great job and I love the pattern you chosed. The doodle pad will come in handy, I make lists all of the time. Thank you so much for everything. Happy Thanksgiving. Teresa
Response: You are so welcome. Glad you liked it. I can never have enough pads. I'm a list maker too. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving. And thanks for the heart. Hugs, Cathy :)
katvert rated for Warm me up this winter! USA only on Nov 9, 2011
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Comment: Thank you for the great scarf... It is beautiful!! and also the pen for my son.
Response: You are so welcome. I'm glad you liked it. And "thank you" for the heart. Hugs, Cathy :)
AuntCarrot rated for YARN Destash! :) on Oct 19, 2011
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Comment: All I can say is wow. Thank you so much. I'm quite intrigued by the Lion Brand, never seen it before. The baby coordinates is fantastic and will make a lovely shawl. Thanks!
Response: Oh, I am so happy that you received something new and different. That brand is very available here in many colors. Enjoy working with it. And " Thank You" for the heart. Hugs, Cathy
badandknowsit2 rated for Something Brown - USA on Oct 11, 2011
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Comment: yummy my favorite
Response: Enjoy! Thank you for the heart ;), Cathy
Sha2ronS rated for Knitted Mug Cozy Swap on Oct 11, 2011
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Comment: I love getting swaps from you--I love my mug cozy and the hot drinks!!!
Response: Hope we connect again. It was fun making things. And another "Thank You" for the heart. :)) Cathy
Sha2ronS rated for Fruit Themed Dish Cloths on Oct 11, 2011
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Comment: I love all my goodies!! Thank you, and the hot drinks will go with me in my flight bag for a special pick-me-up while I'm away on trips. :))
Response: You are so welcome. Thank you for the heart :). Cathy
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Comment: Nice holiday towels.
Response: You are welcome. Thank you for the heart. Cathy
eileendoe rated for Thriftstore find #20 on Sep 27, 2011
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Comment: Thanks so much for the cute tea cup and saucer!
Response: You are so welcome. Hope you enjoy it. Thank You for the heart. Cathy
Cakers rated for Send me a Tote & Note #7 - USA/Canada on Sep 26, 2011
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Comment: Thank you so much for such a pretty tote bag and the bath salts, I'll definitely be putting both to use right away. I always have more than one knitting project going so this will help me be even more organized. Happy Swapping!
videolady2150 rated for Monthly Dishcloth Swap: Yellow on Sep 24, 2011
5
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Comment: i love the hot pad where did you get the loom i would love to make larger ones to match my kitchen. this one is awesome. thank you so much!!
Response: I'm so glad you love the hot pad. I can't remember where the loom is from. I've had it for 25 or 30 years. It's made from wood and has nails to wrap the yarn around. I have never seen anything like it in any store. I'm sure that it was hand made but by whom, I have no idea. If you have someone who does woodworking and can make one for you, I will be happy to trace the frame and send the pattern to you. And THANK YOU for the heart! :)) Cathy
jenthehoover rated for Handmade Wash Cloth Swap #2 on Sep 20, 2011
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Comment: Thank you Cathy! :) this is my first, received, swap on swap bot! I LOVE the pattern of the washcloth - it's one that I had my mom use to make a sweater for my daughter when she was an infant :) Thank you for the little scrubby too! Hugs, Jen
Response: You are very welcome. I'm glad I was able to be your first swap partner. I love that pattern and have made it for numerous swaps. THANK YOU for the heart :). Cathy
HeatherWill rated for Kitchen Towels... on Sep 11, 2011
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Comment: I LOVE the towels! they are already being put to good use! Thanks for the cute little fridge list :):)
Response: You are so welcome! When i saw them, I had to buy them. AND "Thank You" for the heart. Cathy

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Comments

RyeRye on Oct 21, 2012:

Sha2ronS on Oct 17, 2011:

Sent today!

Sha2ronS on Oct 16, 2011:

Orrow!! (oops!--sent before finished typing...).

Sha2ronS on Oct 16, 2011:

It'll go out tom

Sha2ronS on Oct 15, 2011:

Okay Handknit Scarf Swap partner...would you like something fun and funky or more conservative? You pick and I will follow...

jenthehoover on Sep 20, 2011:

just wanted to add some more thanks ;)

heather1971 on Aug 9, 2011:

It's a dishcloth, not a potholder, isnt it? LOL! Oh how I HATE cleaning dirty dishes with someones beautiful work! LOL!!!!

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