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View entire thread: NYC - Attack of the Crafty SWAP thing this weekend!

Posted by stereoette on 2007-05-08 00:01:44      Post Subject: NYC - Attack of the Crafty SWAP thing this weekend!



Come join the New York City Craft Mafia for its first event

ATTACK OF THE CRAFTY SWAP THING!

A craft supply swap will be held Saturday May 12th from 12-4pm at

Archangela
340 Bedford Avenue btwn South 2nd and South 3rd
Williamsburg Brooklyn
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Attendees will bring supplies of any crafting variety to be swapped along with the $5 door charge. They will then hand off their supplies, receive a large shopping bag, and be let loose to fill their bags with whatever wonderment of craftiness they can find. All supplies will be separated into categories for ease of "shopping". Anyone wishing to attend with no supplies to swap will pay a $20 door charge, there will be a treasure trove of goods to be sure! As they say, one crafter's trash is another crafter's treasure!
If you have any questions about how the swap will work, email us at info@newyorkcitycraftmafia.com

ALSO!!!!
The first 50 swappers will get a gift bag with swag from our sponsors, including Bust Magazine, Fred Flare, Craft: Magazine, The Fashion Journal, Greenwich House Pottery, as well as goodies from members of the NYC Craft Mafia and many others!

Details at a glance:
Who: The New York City Craft Mafia and YOU!!!
What: Craft Supply Swap
Where: Archangela, 340 Bedford Ave, Williamsburg, Brooklyn
When: Saturday May 12th, 12-4pm
How much: $5 with craft supplies to swap, $20 without.
Why: spring cleaning, recycling, make room in your craft area, take up a new craft, because its fun AND all leftover supplies at the end of the swap will be donated to Materials For the Arts !!!!!
And don't forget: Fabulous gift bags for the first 50 swappers!

For more info, Check out our website www.newyorkcitycraftmafia.com or
email us at info@newyorkcitycraftmafia.com.

New York City Craft Mafia is proud to be included in a larger Craft Mafia family, founded in 2003 by the original glue-gun packing mafiosas, the Austin Craft Mafia. The entire Craft Mafia family can be found at http://www.craftmafia.com.

Archangela, a shoe boutique, is located at 340 Bedford Avenue, btwn South 2nd and South 3rd Sts. in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.

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View entire thread: We will help you admit your addiction! (Craft Swap, RVA)

Posted by djeneen on 2007-09-04 20:50:41      Post Subject: We will help you admit your addiction! (Craft Swap, RVA)

http://www.richmondcraftmafia.com/craftswap/images/trioweb.jpg

Calling all crafting addicts! Join the Richmond Craft Mafia and Richmond Etsy Street Team for the Crafters Anonymous Craft Swap! Swap unwanted supplies for ones you can use. Donate supplies early at local drop off spots or come the day of and pay $5 at the door. All proceeds go to support Art 180 - a Richmond based non-profit organization that creates and provides art-related programs to young people living in challenging circumstances, encouraging personal and community change through self-expression.  
  
Even if you don't have supplies to swap or want to take any, come out and join us for a day of crafting and all around good times. Crafting tables will be set-up all day!

Can't make it? If you interested in donating supplies to the swap we'll take them by mail. PM me for the address.

Event: Crafters Anonymous Craft Swap!
Sunday, September 16th from 2 - 5 pm
Art Works Studios and Galleries
320 Hull Street
Richmond, VA 23224

Check out http://www.richmondcraftswap.com for more information.

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View entire thread: mini swap

Posted by stellagal78 on 2005-08-29 16:21:54      Post Subject: mini swap

anyone want to participate in a mini-swap?
here is how it would work. send me your name, e-mail and mailing address.
i will send you the name of your swap partner.

fill up a shoe box with MINI things - it can be anything that is made mini - be creative.

Please e-mail me by Thursday September 1st if you'd like to participate. I'll send your partners name by September 2nd. Please send your mini swap by September 12th.

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View entire thread: EtsyLabs NYC Knows How to Party!

Posted by nataxia on 2007-02-16 17:38:31      Post Subject: EtsyLabs NYC Knows How to Party!

Hello New York Craftistas! Be sure to stop by the Etsy Labs and say hi!

http://etsy.com/labs

325 Gold St.
6th Floor
Brooklyn, NY 11201

THIS SUNDAY (February 18th):

Supply Swap-O-Rama! 3PM
(from the etsy blog) Come on down to the Etsy Labs for our very first Supplies Swap! Tired of wading through your home’s knee-deep overflow of feathers, string, art supplies, and construction paper? Do you have trunk loads and/or small piles of old clothes, beads, books and papers, yarn, miscellaneous whatnots? Are you coveting piles of other kinds of miscellaneous whatnots? You will score big time at this swap. Please join us on Sunday, February 18 at 3pm. Check out the Etsy Labs website for more info. RSVP@etsy.com

MONDAY (February 19th & Every Monday):
Knit-Night 6 PM

WEDNESDAYS:
Tea Party! 4-6PM
Weekly meet-up at Etsy Labs to introduce the space and have tea with fellow crafters. Come see what the Labs has to offer, discuss ideas, meet locals, plan events or just take a tour.

THURSDAYS:
Movie Night! 8 PM
Free movie night in the main space. Popcorn provided; BYOB.

LAST MONDAYS:
Book Club
Monthly book club discussion at Etsy Labs, as suggested first in the Etsy Blog. February's book is The Wal-Mart Effect by Charles Fishman.

Check out http://blog.etsy.com and http://labs.etsy.com for more events!

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View entire thread: CITY OF CRAFT:celebrating all things crafty in T.O. (Dec. 1)

Posted by hodge on 2007-11-24 19:04:23      Post Subject: CITY OF CRAFT:celebrating all things crafty in T.O. (Dec. 1)

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In brief:

WHAT: City of Craft
WHO: 60+ craft vendors, community groups, installation artists & workshop leaders
WHEN: Saturday December 1, 2007, 11am-8pm
WHERE: Theatre Centre, located at 1087 Queen Street West at Dovercourt.
WEB: http://cityofcraft.com

In not-so-brief:

Come dive into Toronto's crafty cultural landscape at City of Craft, a day long opportunity to buy, observe, experience, chat about, share and reimagine all things handmade. Not your run-of-the mill craft show, this dynamic happening will feature craft-based installations, demos, and free workshops, alongside a curated craft fair filled with contemporary, stylish, and offbeat handmade goodies.

You'll also have the chance to learn about great local classes, studios, resources, and craft based projects, getting you in the mood to make stuff and make stuff happen. Eager beavers will be rewarded with swag bags designed and screenprinted for City of Craft by local label Schoolyard (Katie Chan and Hilary Dennis ) & chockful of indie craft goodness from multiple vendors and sponsors.

Event highlights include:

* 60+ craft vendors and exhibitors from Toronto and Montreal selling awesome handmade art, craft & fashion and promoting their craft-based initiatives
* Soft City, a plush cityscape that invites Torontonians to reconsider their relationship to the place they live
* StreetKnit's hand-knit house, an inventive endeavor to bring awareness to issues of homelessness in the city (Donations of hand knit garments will be accepted at the event).
* Perusal of Toronto Zine Library's entire collection of zines in the cozy reading lounge.
* Ample opportunities to make stuff:
-a crochet workshop taught by Shannon Gerrard (let's just say it's connected to her latest project) 1-2pm
-a craft materials swap run by the workroom & Sew Be It Studio - 2:30-4pm***
-a make-you-own gift wrap session hosted by Toronto Church of Craft 4:30-7pm

*** To participate in the swap bring fabric or yarn to swap and canned goods to donate the Daily Food Bank. Leftover materials will be donated to charity.

Please share this invite with craft-inclined friends & family, or anyone you know who might enjoy finding unique handmade gifts in a decidedly un-mall-like atmosphere.

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View entire thread: Tubular Coin Purse Help Needed

Posted by Selah on 2005-03-23 14:18:47      Post Subject: Tubular Coin Purse Help Needed

That sounds very Valley GirL.

I want to make a tubular coin purse for the swap and wonder if anyone has any tips on sewing one or knows of any good links with tutorials. I've googled but come up unsatisfied and the swap deadline is fast approaching.

Thanking all you Crafty People in advance,
Selah

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View entire thread: naked lady party?

Posted by faboolicious on 2005-09-10 13:54:23      Post Subject: naked lady party?

I want to throw a naked lady party (clothing swap), but run it auction style, and then donate all unwanted clothing to hurricane relief, but also try and incorporate small amounts of money in the bidding (all of which would also go to hurricane relief). I think there was a piece about how to run this kind of swap "auction style", but I can't find it. Anyone have any good ideas on how to make this work (and also make it wicked fun and raise some money for a great cause!)? Any ideas would be welcome!
-Faboo

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View entire thread: Week #2 of my Holiday Recipe Swap! Please come share yours!

Posted by Amber Nussbaum on 2005-11-18 08:10:51      Post Subject: Week #2 of my Holiday Recipe Swap! Please come share yours!

Hey, it's week 2 of the Holiday Recipe Swap over at my site! Click here to see the post!

In case you don’t know what’s up, here’s the game.

I’m going to post one of my favorite holiday-type recipes every Friday up until Christmas (only 6 weeks left!). Then YOUR JOB is to post one of YOUR favorite recipes in the comments.

Want to see all the contributions so far? Then click here for the Holiday Recipe Swap page. There are some delicious looking things in there. Something for everyone.

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I posted the recipe for these yummy pumpkin chocolate chip muffins today. Please come check it out and share your recipe!

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View entire thread: Pre warning! post-holidays crafty stuff swap party

Posted by manukenkun on 2004-12-06 15:42:18      Post Subject: Pre warning! post-holidays crafty stuff swap party

An early warning for anyone in the Bristol, UK area- after a great Stitch n Bitch at here yesterday we have decided that we are going to hold a post-holiday season crafty stuff swap party. I know i've got a whole heap of things i've put aside 'just in case' and i also know that partners in craft Erin and Teacake have things in their stashes that I secretly covet- so what are we going to do about this? Well- sometime in the new year we are all getting together with our bits and bobs that don't quite do it for us in the crafty sense and we're going to go swap crazy- kind of a naked lady party of crafts. It will probably be on a Sunday when we are holding a Stitch and Bitch anyway- but keep an eye out for updates from me as we confirm things a bit more firmly.

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View entire thread: tea swap -- see posting in craft up!

Posted by stellagal78 on 2005-08-16 15:58:58      Post Subject: tea swap -- see posting in craft up!

tea swap -- see posting in craft up!

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View entire thread: Mystery Reindeer Swap is Now Open

Posted by smudgy_cat on 2005-10-27 22:22:21      Post Subject: Mystery Reindeer Swap is Now Open

If you are interested in joining the swap, please go to this thread:

http://www.getcrafty.com/viewtopic.php?p=46781#46781

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View entire thread: cute Lil' Notebook swap!

Posted by sweetandtart on 2005-08-25 09:42:51      Post Subject: cute Lil' Notebook swap!

Check out the swap on the Craft-Up forum or email me for info-

sweetandtart at hotmail.com

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View entire thread: Promo Swap?

Posted by lizsh on 2008-02-17 21:16:09      Post Subject: Promo Swap?

Anyone want to swap promos with me? Just give me a bit of a warning, and then I'll be able to ship them out.
PM me if interested!
Liz

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View entire thread: CD swap

Posted by redheadedali on 2005-08-16 08:36:51      Post Subject: CD swap

Hey there -

Just a heads up to the group at large that there's a CD swap going on over in the bookworms forum:

http://www.getcrafty.com/viewtopic.php?t=4480

Come join the fun.

Alison

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View entire thread: Albuquerque Yarn Swap

Posted by barmygillen on 2005-10-07 16:04:33      Post Subject: Albuquerque Yarn Swap

Hi everyone,
I'm hosting a potluck dinner yarn swap in Albuquerque on November 4 at 7 p.m. If anyone is interested in coming, let me know and I'll send you directions.

Bev

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View entire thread: Annapolis, MD in the hizzouse?

Posted by diemilkface on 2005-04-01 08:37:04      Post Subject: Annapolis, MD in the hizzouse?

HEEEY Maryland crafters! (and other crafters alike) I'm looking for crafty people that i can... craft with! i knit and sew and have tons of yarn and fabric to swap so hit me up!

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View entire thread: niagara area?

Posted by lyndy on 2005-02-22 13:17:19      Post Subject: niagara area?

hey hey fellow creators.
if anyone is interested in getting together for a clothing swap and you live in the niagara ontario area, totally get in touch.
its the best of fun, just the best.

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View entire thread: anyone want to swap links to my new site?

Posted by jackiesaysboo on 2005-09-03 21:06:23      Post Subject: anyone want to swap links to my new site?

Hello everyone!
I'm new to all this and I was wondering if anyone was willing to swap links with me because i just opened up a new website!
here it is:
www.shopjackiesjewels.com
Thanks!!!

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View entire thread: Crafters in Glasgow?

Posted by di0nne on 2005-07-04 17:06:39      Post Subject: Crafters in Glasgow?

Are there any Glasgow-based crafters lurking about in here?

Would love to meet other crafty types and swap tips/tricks. I'm especially interested in jewellery making, though am really keen to learn knitting and sewing.

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View entire thread: clothes swap party in South Jersey/ Philly or D.C Area

Posted by monique on 2004-11-09 14:49:47      Post Subject: clothes swap party in South Jersey/ Philly or D.C Area

Hello ladies, I'm new the site and I love what you're all about. I was hoping to find out if anyone knows of or is throwing any clothes swap parties in any of these areas. I would really love to trade some things and meet new people.

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View entire thread: Holiday Recipe Swap - Week #4! Please contribute!

Posted by Amber Nussbaum on 2005-12-05 10:29:39      Post Subject: Holiday Recipe Swap - Week #4! Please contribute!

It's week 4 of my holiday recipe swap! Every week til xmas I'm posting a recipe and inviting others to post one of their favorites in the comments. Check out the recipes from the first 3 weeks here:

http://www.myaimistrue.com/recipeswap.html

and this week's entry here (leave your recipe in the comments)

http://www.myaimistrue.com/archives/2005/12/recipe_swap_week_4.html

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View entire thread: clothes swap party in South Jersey/ Philly or D.C Area

Posted by monique on 2004-11-09 12:28:30      Post Subject: clothes swap party in South Jersey/ Philly or D.C Area

Hello ladies, I'm new the site and I love what you're all about. I was hoping to find out if anyone knows of or is throwing any close swap AKA Naked Lady Parties in any of these areas. I would really love to trade some things and meet new people.

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View entire thread: OC Cali peoples

Posted by magickallycrafty on 2004-12-08 04:28:04      Post Subject: OC Cali peoples

OK so I'm wondering where all the North OC people are at? I wanna hang out with some cool crafty people!!
Also, I wanted to see if anyone would be up for a plus size clothes swap party. I have tons of clothes and they need to find new homes haha. So anyway, whatchya think?

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View entire thread: Hampton craft divas

Posted by revamp on 2005-08-27 04:09:19      Post Subject: Hampton craft divas

i'm looking for anyone in the hampton area to share craft ideas, swap clothes, have sewing parties or whatever! maybe even start a group of some kind? my name is marissa and my email is cita_doll2000@yahoo.com
and my yahoo messenger is cita_doll2000. let me know if youre interested, thanks! by the way thats Hampton, Virginia.

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View entire thread: birthday swap

Posted by quiltnruby on 2006-09-30 19:20:38      Post Subject: birthday swap

crafty birthday swap ..you send everybody on the list for that month, notions,1/4 fabric, any sewing item or thier want list , for their birthday month. each member send the members items on their birth month, everybody on the lists sends you items on your birth month. Can make it 2 or more items. What do you think anyone game? Thank you

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View entire thread: Holiday Recipe Swap - Week #5! Please contribute a recipe!

Posted by Amber Nussbaum on 2005-12-13 10:50:06      Post Subject: Holiday Recipe Swap - Week #5! Please contribute a recipe!

It's week 5 of the holiday recipe swap! Please go here and contribute!

Here’s the game: I’m going to post one of my favorite holiday-type recipes every Monday up until Christmas. Then YOUR JOB is to post one of YOUR favorite recipes in the comments.

I posted a great bruschetta recipe this week. Please come share one of yours!

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View entire thread: portland crafters! Meeting up Jan 27th

Posted by h_pets360 on 2007-01-15 17:07:33      Post Subject: portland crafters! Meeting up Jan 27th

reposted :)
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Saturday Jan 27 at 2pm at Council Thrift Shop, 1127 SW Morrison (2 blocks west of the Galleria Max stop or right on the 15 and 51 route). This wil be also be a naked lady stash swap, so bring any crafty supplies you would like to pass on to another craftster. Tea will be provided, feel free to bring a snack to share. Please feel free to message me with any questions!

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View entire thread: Weekly Holiday Recipe Swap - please come share!

Posted by Amber Nussbaum on 2005-11-11 10:47:28      Post Subject: Weekly Holiday Recipe Swap - please come share!

Hey, thought everyone might be interested in a little project I'm doing. I want to do a weekly recipe swap all the way up to Christmas (only 7 weeks left), where I post one of my favorite holiday recipes and then other people comment with theirs. It's all being hosted on my site, so check out Week #1!

The first recipe is Carrot Cake Cheesecake with pineapple frosting!

http://www.myaimistrue.com/archives/2005/11/recipe_swap_week_1.html

Amber

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View entire thread: Plastic Bat Jewellery - kitschtastic link swap!

Posted by plasticbat on 2005-10-08 06:40:39      Post Subject: Plastic Bat Jewellery - kitschtastic link swap!

http://www.plasticbat.co.uk
Hi! I've recently opened my new online store selling a range of kitschy handmade jewellery - so far its going great but my links page is lookinf a little empty!

I'm looking to swap links with:

jewellery makers
crafters
DIY Sellers
artists
& any other awesome websites.

My site already has a steady flow of traffic & I want to pass my visitors onto other cool sites so I can help support my fellow artists & crafters.

Interested?

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View entire thread: craft books for sale or swap

Posted by stellagal78 on 2005-08-19 10:36:19      Post Subject: craft books for sale or swap

Hi everyone,
I have some craft books I am looking to sell or swap for:

Crafty Girl Fun & Games: Things to Make and Do (Traig, Jennifer. Crafty Girl.) by Traig, Jennifer; Balmain, Julianne
Used - Like New $5.00

Crafty Girl: Beauty by Traig, Jennifer; Balmain, Julianne
1 Used - Very Good $7.00

Crafty Girl Accessories: Things to Make and Do (Traig, Jennifer. Crafty Girl.) Used - Like New $8.00

These are oriented for teenagers or those looking for super easy craft projects
E-mail me if you are interested in buying or swaping!

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View entire thread: Naked Lady Party in Hoboken,NJ :: 01.22.06

Posted by oh_evelyn on 2006-01-16 18:17:08      Post Subject: Naked Lady Party in Hoboken,NJ :: 01.22.06

Ladies,

Fill up a bag and get yourself over here this Sunday for a clothing swap.

Sunday, Jan. 22
3pm 'til whenever
109 4th Street in Hoboken,NJ

Yeah, it's Hoboken. So what!  "Come see for yourself".
In case you didn't know, that's Jerseys newly elected state slogan!? (?!!?)
Hoboken's slogan should be "It's closer than you think".

E-mail me for directions.....
eves_leaves@hotmail.com

Learn more about naked ladies....
http://www.getcrafty.com/home_nakedlady.php

Learn more about the PATH train (if coming from NYC)....
http://www.panynj.gov/path/index.html

Learn more about nightmare ski masks....
http://swapatorium.blogspot.com/2004/12/ski-masks.html

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View entire thread: Your Crafty Business Story

Posted by siouxsie_homemaker on 2004-08-16 12:21:12      Post Subject: Your Crafty Business Story

Hey all!

I'm thinking of starting my own crafty business. I wanted to hear some experiences/stories/advice from other women who have been in the craft business.

a few basic questions:

-How long have you been selling your wares, and what do you make?
-Where do you sell them? Your own site, on consignment, on Ebay, at swap meets?
-Do you make any kind of profit? If so, is it enough to craft full-time?
-Any little helpful hints you can think of. (and the best business books, websites, etc.)

Thanks so much!!

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View entire thread: New Swap -- theme: "Hair"

Posted by kissmyknitz on 2005-03-26 19:14:21      Post Subject: New Swap -- theme: "Hair"

Swapee-swapee!!!

This theme is "hair," so it can be anything for hair --oils, shampoos, ties, barettes, bands, decorations, hats, caps, brushes, combs, picks, blahblahblah,
OR
anything from hair, such as fur, wool, angora, cashmere, or even some from your own head,
OR
anything from the movie Hair
OR whatever else you can think of that fits the theme!


Please email me Susanfitness@yahoo.com with your name and address.

I will publish the list and you'll send to the name below yours, just to keep it easy.

We'll close the swap April 1st and mail out by April 21.

Yaaaa for new swaps!

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View entire thread: craft meet-up austin, tx - february 6

Posted by peppermintsquare on 2005-01-29 09:34:07      Post Subject: craft meet-up austin, tx - february 6

Please excuse cross-postings...

Crafty Meet-Up
Sunday, February 6th
1:00 - 4:00ish pm
The Work*Shop
1211 West Sixth Street, Suite 400
Austin, Texas 78703
(512) 473-ARTS (2787)

Just bring whatever crafty project you happen to be working on, snacks and beverages (wine and beer are okay too!). If you don't have a specific project to bring, never fear - you can purchase a kit at the Work*Shop to work on that night.

***We will also be doing a craft supply swap on this date. Bring any crafty supplies that you no longer need and trade for supplies that you do need.

The group list can be found here: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ausglitterati

Hope to see you there!

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View entire thread: Naked Lady Party

Posted by bluealvarez on 2004-11-18 23:57:45      Post Subject: Naked Lady Party

Okay my friend might kill me for inviting total strangers from the internet into her home, but here it goes:

We're having a Naked Lady Party sometime after Dec. 13th. We are in the Boston area - in fact, Jamaica Plain to be exact. If you have lots of clothes and/or accesories that you are just not inspired by and you want to swap them, please email me: bluealvarez@bluealvarez.com. We can talk, and if you have pure intentions I'll give you an address. ;) Bonus points for liking the Red Sox, or Miller High Life, or both.

Anything not taken home by guests naturally goes to Goodwill (or Planet Aid, etc.)

Jen

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View entire thread: want to swap links?

Posted by beqi on 2006-01-14 09:16:57      Post Subject: want to swap links?

I'll be redoing my site for spring in February, and wanted to update my links page. Are there any crafty chicas who would like to swap links? If so, my email is beqi13@yahoo.com.

My site is Beqi Clothing, at http://www.beqiclothing.com. I can either furnish you a button to use as a link graphic, or you can make one of your own to fit your site. If you need a tagline, mine is "Good Clothes for Bad Girls".

All of the links on my page will get a custom button to fit my site. Expect this to go up in mid to late february. I'll link with anyone artsy, crafty, feisty, and feminist.

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View entire thread: Atlanta Crafty Happy Hour!

Posted by lorigami on 2008-03-26 13:03:51      Post Subject: Atlanta Crafty Happy Hour!

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It’s time for spring cleaning and crafting!

Has your craft area gotten out of control? Join the ladies of the Atlanta Craft Mafia for a craft happy hour at Park Grounds! Come hang out at this relaxed event open to members and non-members alike to craft, destash, and chat. This is a BYOCP (bring your own craft project) event on Wednesday, March 26th from 7pm-9pm at Park Grounds in Reynoldstown (142 Flat Shoals Ave).

Bring along any supplies that you no longer want or need and swap for something new to you. We’ll have a destash area where you can make your trash someone else’s treasure!

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View entire thread: Photography swap!

Posted by Morgan on 2004-06-07 00:07:43      Post Subject: Photography swap!

I saw there was a photography swap on Glitter last month, but I was moving, so couldn't participate. So now I wanted to do another one.
You would send in 5 pictures to moi (all the same or different!) & I would mix them up & send back 5 new ones. They don't have to be super great photos that you've printed yourself, they can be any ones you think are neat, in color or black & white, in any size. Is anyone else interested in this?
I recently started doing darkroom stuff again, after a long break, & I would love to see others' photos!
How about I make a deadline for signing up the end of June, & then mailing your pictures out in July sometime.
What do you guys think?

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View entire thread: AD: Castle in the Meadow Event ~ Altered Art Extravaganza

Posted by Chelise on 2008-03-10 00:36:39      Post Subject: AD: Castle in the Meadow Event ~ Altered Art Extravaganza

ZNE is proud to announce its first ever altered art extravaganza meeting and event.

The Castle in the Meadow
Sunday June 8
Rochester, Michigan

Tour a historic castle and the grounds, join fellow mixed media and altered art enthusiasts for a fully hosted wine and hors dourvre reception, swap charms and meeting charming friends, and finish off the day with a mixed media paper craft castle workshop. Go home with new friends, inspiration, a charm bracelet full of incredible charms made by your fellow attendees, your own castle artwork created during the workshop (all supplies included) AND a goody bag stuffed to the brim with goodies and altered art supplies.

Limited space available, if you are in the Midwest, or will be anywhere near the midwest in June, do not miss out on this incredible event.

http://www.CastleintheMeadow.com

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View entire thread: Tallahassee, FL - Clothing Reconstruction Workshop

Posted by justme on 2006-06-04 13:03:43      Post Subject: Tallahassee, FL - Clothing Reconstruction Workshop

Tallahassee, FL
Please put the date on your calendar and tell your craftiest friends!

In late August or early September there's going to be a day-long
workshop and creativity exchange focused on remaking our closets and
our world. Check out http://www.gaiatreehouse.com/events.htm to get
the general idea. (Be sure to read the Why swap? section.)

I can't (and don't want to) do this alone! The first organizational
meeting will be held on Saturday June 24 beginning at 2pm at the
Progressive Center - 1720 S. Gadsden St., http://www.tallprogcen.com/

We'll talk through
workshop ideas: are there techniques you want to learn or teach?
(possibilities already on the list: alterations 101, screenprinting on
the cheap, and doin' it freehand: sewing without a machine)

logistical details: fee based or donations? sewing machine
availability? scheduling?

and marketing: anyone have access to a free copy machine?

One item on the agenda will be deciding on a name.
Come prepared to make this event exactly what you want it to be!
Questions? Can't make it to this meeting but want to help?
tallyworkshop@hotmail.com

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View entire thread: ATTENTION ALL CRAFTY, ARTISTIC, & INDIE FOLKS

Posted by VictoriaE on 2005-10-22 19:50:28      Post Subject: ATTENTION ALL CRAFTY, ARTISTIC, & INDIE FOLKS

I'm slowly getting to know you all and it has been great to be able to be in contact with so many other openly-creative folks.

A heads up that I am updating my links list, so if any of you want to do a link exchange/swap, just leave a comment & I'll make it happen!

Also, since I am a lover of all things crafty, I'm offering up my services as a writer & a model to help out your business. This is a great chance for you to expand the professional look of your business with high-quality images or eye-catching text; it is also a chance for me to continue to expand my modeling & writing portfolios, as well as meet great people and to help spread the word about your business. I can do photoshoots with your items to create images for your online store & press/promotion, as well as provide my services as a writer for your website, bio, or promotional material (newsletter, blogs, flyers ... etc). I know a # of professional photographers & make-up artists (both here in NYC & in San Francisco), so all the images will be very high-quality.

Got questions? Just ask :)

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View entire thread: craftbunnies nyc fall listings

Posted by stellagal78 on 2004-10-15 15:49:13      Post Subject: craftbunnies nyc fall listings

Fall / Winter events --- e-mail me if you are interested in attending!

craftbunnies nyc: Upcoming Events

October
Mosaic Workshop at Painted Pot
www.paintedpot.com
Call to register or e-mail: lisa@paintedpot.com

November

November Meeting: 4pm Sunday, November 7th at Jenny's
RSVP: just_jennysilver@yahoo.com
Treats will be provided!

Potato and apple stamping
Supply List*:
Apples
Potatoes
Stamp pad or paint
Knife
Cookie cutters (optional)
Something to stamp (i.e. plain paper to make wrapping paper, note cards, tote bags, etc.)
*If you have trouble locating any of the supplies, let Beth and Taryn know.

Turkey Bucket – (approx $1 / pp)
Turkey place card holders (approx $4 for 12)

You are responsible for your own materials for the stamping (be creative! Ideally, everyone will bring supplies to share with the group) If you’d like your turkeys ordered for you, please place your “order” with Beth or Taryn by Tuesday, October 19, 2004 to ensure they arrive on time (or feel free to order your own from www.orientaltrading.com)

If you have other project ideas, it’s not too late! Please e-mail them!

E-mail Beth, Jenny or Taryn for subway directions to Jenny's and address.

December

4pm December 5th Meeting
Location: TBD (if you’d like to hostess*, please let Beth know)
Details to follow

Cookie Exchange
(formal instructions to follow, but please plan to provide 6 cookies per personal participating)
Ornament Making
Wreath Making
Holiday Cards
If you have ideas for other non-denominational projects, let Beth or Taryn know!

December 17th Gingerbread House Workshop at Artez’n

7-9pm
Build your dream house...and then eat it! A new twist on an old favorite. Use graham crackers, frosting, candy and a little imagination to build a brownstone, a castle or even a trailer, any structure you like! Must be 21+. Free wine included/BYOB. All supplies included. Taught by Stacey Goldman-Laughter. Must be 21+. Free wine included/BYOB. All supplies included. Register at www.artezn.com Mention craftbunnies for 10% off!! We’ll be having dinner after!

Secret Snowflake?

If you are interested in signing up let Beth or Taryn know (and include your mailing address!). This is a one-month secret craft swap where you are assigned one person (who doesn’t know who you are!). You will send them (via postal mail) one craft each week for four weeks leading up to the holidays. Your secret snowflake will be revealed at the end of the project (perhaps at our December meeting, after Gingerbread class OR at a craftbunnies holiday party??). Please do not spend more than $25 on supplies, etc for this project. Have fun and be creative! It’s meant to be fun.

*Hostesses are responsible for taking RSVP’s, providing workspace and directions to the location and food and beverages. You can chose a location other than your home if you know of a place that would be appropriate! (I.e. a fun coffee shop with work space).

posted by Craft Bunny @ 4:37 PM

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View entire thread: EOY Wrap-up & Suggestions

Posted by artgeek on 2006-12-07 20:44:39      Post Subject: EOY Wrap-up & Suggestions

Hi. I was browsing the Mod forum and thought we needed a kind of round-up of ideas and some info about where we were on various changes to the forums. The following is the list I came up with, but I'd be grateful to hear other peoples' ideas/suggestions:

1. Reported Posts link
The green link that used to be at the bottom of every page is gone. What's up?

2. Reworking Community Announcements
In the fall, we discussed making the forum "Community Announcements & Suggestions" into two separate forums--one being a special announcement forum that only admins, editors, and mods could post to (but users could reply to those posts), one being for community suggestions about the site. I thought agreement had been made that these changes were good, we just needed Demetri to make the changes and the editors to announce them. What's the status on this? Do we still want to do this? Could it be achieved early 2007?

3. Search terms highlight unreadable
I made a post about this back in September, and we learned changes would have to be made to the stylesheet. Any progress on this or an idea of when it could be completed?

4. Spam prevention
We discussed deleting user accounts with URLs in the profile, but no posts and no login for the last six months. Was this ever done? We also talked about instituting a rule that users had to be around for a month or make a certain number of posts before a URL could be included in their profile. What's the status of this?

5. Blog tags
Demetri was thinking of doing this, but only got feedback from me. Has it been scrapped? What other things couldd we do to improve the blog section? (I previously suggested being able to friend or bookmark other users to keep track of their blogs better.)

6. Swap Feedback system
Some users had requested this, and we provided Demetri with some feedback on what the system would require and introduced him to swap lingo (eg, "flakers" ;). Any progress on this front? Anything mods or users can do to assist in moving this project forward?

7. Deleting blog entries
We discovered only admins can delete offensive/inappopriate blog entries and uploads to the picture section, and Demetri suggested extending the ability to mods. Any progress on this front?

8. Mod contact info
I was thinking recently (as part of the liquid embroidery debacle), it might be good if the mods were able to contact each other easily if/when they wanted to communicate about something going on on GC. To that end, I'm posting a new thread with my contact info (e-mail, plus IM); if other mods want to join in, that would be great.

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View entire thread: Highlighting request

Posted by artgeek on 2006-09-25 13:04:58      Post Subject: Highlighting request

Hey Demetri & Lance--

This is a non-mod question, but I thought I'd give it a go. Is it possible for you to tweak the color of the highlight in the forums?

For example, if I search for "swap ornaments," the first result is this thread. And instead of being highlighted, the words "swap" and "ornament" appear in white text throughout the thread, making odd gaps in the conversation.

Is this a setting on getcrafty or is it something to do with how I have my system colors set up?

Thanks for looking into this.

Cheers / Angelique

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View entire thread: Request for swapping feedback system

Posted by Nancy Flynn on 2006-10-16 11:30:39      Post Subject:

great to hear that it can be done!

i think it is acceptable and desireable to have a system that makes sure flakers are "outed" so that people don't go into a swap and end up disappointed.

I also think it is important that there is a system of review-- i.e. that if someone is listed as a flaker they can be removed from the list by explaining themselves. It seems to me that Back-Tack handled this very well-- there was no name-calling, just a list of flakers posted where everyone could see it, and people were removed from the list as they proved their swap package had been received.

I also think maybe we should have some "swap guidelines", perhaps a sticky in the forum suggesting organizational ways to make sure flaking is discouraged -- i.e. "post a picture of what you've received and the name of your swap partner" or some other visual confirmation of swappy goodness.

Do any super-swappy mods want to mock up something like that? I would be willing to, but I don't feel experienced enough as an organizer to lay out guidelines.

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View entire thread: Moderator Holiay

Posted by for_esme on 2007-11-12 09:51:05      Post Subject:

that'd be fun, yeah! what kind of swap did you have in mind?

if any of you gals are interested in doing the holiday ornament swap this year, head on over to the swaps forum or send me a pm... few people seem interested this year! :/

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View entire thread: crafty swaps - not searchable?

Posted by for_esme on 2006-10-02 18:12:45      Post Subject: crafty swaps - not searchable?

Maybe this is a glitch, but I was looking for old posts about the Christmas ornament swap, to see when it got going last year and to see the fabulous pictures that were posted... for some reason, the results for "ornament" aren't showing any threads from crafty swaps, and that forum also isn't an option when you select where to search.

???

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View entire thread: Request for swapping feedback system

Posted by Nancy Flynn on 2006-10-16 11:45:20      Post Subject:

tee hee, sorry Demetri-- people who "flake out" on a swap and do not follow through by sending their partner in the swap a package.

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View entire thread: Request for swapping feedback system

Posted by artgeek on 2006-10-16 08:27:09      Post Subject: Request for swapping feedback system

A user started a discussion here about implementing a swap feedback system so people could rate their swapping experiences, specifically whether or not people followed through and to acknowledge people who were great swapping partners.

I don't know if this is possible using the current board software, but wanted to make Demetri & co. aware of the request. Even if it's not possible to create such a system, the members are also talking about creating informal threads listing "flakers" and good swap partners. I think the co-editors and mods should hash out whether or not this is acceptable before it happens.

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View entire thread: Moderator Holiay

Posted by quornflour on 2007-11-11 02:11:56      Post Subject: Moderator Holiay

Do you guys want to do a Moderator holiday swap of some sort?

Just a thought.

let me know...

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View entire thread: Moderator Holiay

Posted by quornflour on 2007-12-06 21:18:44      Post Subject:

Ok so here is what I am thinking, we can do a holiday card swap.
A card hand crafted/designed, idealy by you send to everyone.
If you want to participate post your address.
mine is:
Felicity Meade
1 Microsoft Way
50/4212
Redmond, WA 98052

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View entire thread: Cincinnati Yarn Swap

Posted by rubberaduckie on 2006-01-07 20:37:41      Post Subject: Cincinnati Yarn Swap

Cincinnati Yarn Swap

Meets the first Sunday of the month from 11am to 2pm at Fiber Naturell

Please go to the yarn swap webpage to sign up and for more information.

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View entire thread: Request for swapping feedback system

Posted by quornflour on 2006-12-21 20:28:13      Post Subject:

Is it also possible for folks to not be able to participate in a swap until they have a certain number of posts...?

~Q

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View entire thread: paper exchange?

Posted by stellagal78 on 2005-07-21 13:51:46      Post Subject: paper exchange?

does anyone want to do a paper swap? i.e. postcards, paper, homemade and not, notecards, stationary, etc etc etc

e-mail me if interested....

i could either arrange it so that you swap w/ one person OR each person in the swap makes for every other person....

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View entire thread: swaps?

Posted by smachel on 2004-10-08 18:40:22      Post Subject:

swaps come and go here, usually listed on "share a craft" or sometimes "freestyle." there aren't any going on right now.

what are you interested in? do you want to do a group swap or an individual swap? feel free to post your own thread to do a swap.

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View entire thread: Request for swapping feedback system

Posted by for_esme on 2006-10-17 18:53:08      Post Subject:

I think this is a good idea, too. It might also encourage more people to swap -- I've participated in a couple of great swaps, one of which is the yearly christmas ornament exchange, but I'm also sometimes leery of swapping with someone I don't know when there's no feedback to review.

So yeah. I just hope we can find a way to do it so that it doesn't get catty.

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View entire thread: "high stakes" craft swap

Posted by stellagal78 on 2005-02-17 11:02:51      Post Subject: "high stakes" craft swap

Hi,
Okay, I am ready to organize my next swap -- this one is a little more ambitious. Here is what I am thinking. Everyone who is participating will make one item for everyone else who is participating so that everyone who is participating will get MULTIPLE items.

If you are interested, e-mail me with your address and the item you'd be making -- some ideas:
soap
journals
acessories
jewelry
handmade cards
candles
cds
etc...

I will send out the list of everyone participating in the swap (including addresses) along with a list of 'rules'
You'll be responsible for making / buying your items and mailing them. You must mail to all participants.

I am going to cap the swap at TEN people so that it doesn't get too out of hand.

If you are interested, please e-mail me by Sunday the 20th at stellagal78@yahoo.com I'll send the list Monday the 21st. Plan to send your items by March 7th (that gives everyone two weeks).

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View entire thread: Swag for NYC Craft Mafia event needed!

Posted by stereoette on 2007-04-10 16:23:06      Post Subject: Swag for NYC Craft Mafia event needed!

Hey y'all

The New York City Craft Mafia is hosting it's first annual craft supply swap, titled "Attack of the Crafty Swap Thing" in Brooklyn, New York on May 12, 2007.

We'll be giving swag bags away to the first 50 people, and we will need awesome and fantastic stuff to fill them with!

Please send us your coupons, soaps, samples, hats, tshirts, scarves, pictures, buttons, stickers, etc. --- to be put inside all in the bags to hand out to first 50 people to come to the event... so send up to 50 items to ensure you make it into every one of those bags.
(Sorry please do not send business cards, postcards that do not contain a coupon code or promotional discount on them... Thanks!!)

You can address your swag to:

Qassa, Inc
PO Box 3476
Astoria, NY 11103

(Qassa is the company of another NYC craft mafia member - I promise you're not sending it into the Abyss!!)

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View entire thread: Quilt Block Swap

Posted by kdaum on 2005-03-08 14:47:58      Post Subject: Quilt Block Swap

Hello Everyone,

This is my first time putting together a swap, so please bare with me.
Back when I was little, I always remember attending my mom's quilt club and seeing the other ladies' work. I remember that they used to swap blocks to use in quilts. Don't fret, that is not exactly what I had in mind.

What I am thinking is this:
Each participant makes one 12" block, which must be completely sewn-So no gluing or stapling. You must do some sort of embellishment to it with cross-stitch, needlework, yarn, applique, adding buttons, etc. The only other pre-requisite is that the base fabric/fabrics be made of 100% cotton and that the piece be hand-washable. So stay away from sequins, please.

How much work you put into it is purely up to you; but just think of what you would want to get in return. You will have a month to finish and then ship it to a fellow swapper. If everyone is honorable (which I know you all are), you in turn will receive a block as well. This swap is a little more complex; but I think in the end everyone will be happy with what they receive.

If you are interested or have any questions, please let me know.
The deadline to sign up will be March 15th. At that time I will email you the name of the person that you should send your block to. It won't necessarily be the same person that is sending theirs to you.

Thanks, Kristy

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View entire thread: Ephemera Swap

Posted by thesoulofhope on 2005-06-20 22:04:55      Post Subject: Ephemera Swap

Any one who has vintage or antique paper want to swap? I have lots of great stuff and would love to get some new stuff as well.

I also would swap for other things as well! PM me if interested!

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View entire thread: Fiskars Cricle cutter- No longer available

Posted by insistal on 2005-03-16 14:38:08      Post Subject: Fiskars Cricle cutter- No longer available

Edited: I found someone to swap with. This is no longer available.

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View entire thread: Little Bird and Chinese Fortune Wall Plaque with Tutorial

Posted by MissAmyO on 2007-01-19 17:34:52      Post Subject: Little Bird and Chinese Fortune Wall Plaque with Tutorial

Eeek! I love these little wall plaques and can't stop making them. Can't wait to hear what you all think...The complete tutorial is here: http://kitschy-koo.blogspot.com/2007/01/little-birds-and-chinese-fortune-cookie.html
This one is for the little bird swap at www.swap-bot.com.
http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r279/MissAmyO/scan0002.jpg

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View entire thread: Quilt Block Swap

Posted by auclaire on 2005-03-14 04:21:29      Post Subject:

I would love to do a quilt block swap, but I'm moving in a couple of weeks and I've had to pack all my sewing supplies. (I had to pack them first...they're just too tempting).

If you decide to do this swap again in a month or so, I'm in!

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View entire thread: tea swap -- see posting in craft up!

Posted by stellagal78 on 2005-08-16 15:59:54      Post Subject: tea swap -- see posting in craft up!

tea swap -- see posting in craft up!

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View entire thread: Regional CD swap

Posted by redheadedali on 2005-06-09 21:34:49      Post Subject: Regional CD swap

Hi, all -

I had a brainstorm while listening to my iTrip in the car just now (seriously, I love my iPod with a passion bordering on madness). Anyway, I got the idea for a regional CD swap. Basically, this would require each participant to make a mix of local music from their area - new music, old music, whatever. The definition would be pretty loose - you could focus on your city, your state, your basic area (New England, Southwest, etc.), your country (for our international craftistas ;) ), or you could even pick the place you grew up but no longer live. The key is to create a collection with a real sense of place. Would anyone be up for this? The structure will kind of depend on the number of people who want to be involved, but it would probably work out to everyone making and receiveing 3-4 CDs. If you want to participate, PM me by June 17 with your name and address, and then I'll send you the info on the people you'll be sending to.

Party on.

Alison

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View entire thread: Church of Craft in Portland, OR - September Meeting!

Posted by SisterDG on 2006-09-01 08:21:53      Post Subject: Church of Craft in Portland, OR - September Meeting!

The September Church of Craft meeting will be Sunday the 17th. Usual time of 11:30 - 2:30, and usual place: Rimsky-Korsacoffee House, 707 SE 12th (at Alder). If you're forwarding this to someone who's never been before, it's the big, old. red house at the corner of SE 12th and Alder. There is no sign out front.

This month, we're having a class in Artist Trading Cards, and an Artist Trading Card swap.

If you're not familiar with ATC's, check out this link:

http://www.cedarseed.com/air/atc.html
http://www.artist-trading-cards.ch/index.html (this one has a great gallery of ATC's people have made.)

ATC's are great fun to make -- whether you consider yourself an artist or not. Each time we've had an ATC class in the past, people who'd never tried them before got very addicted! Making ATC's is like free creative playtime, and the results are always surprising.

Please email sisterdg@churchofcraft.org for a supply list if you'd like to participate.

Church of Craft is a nondenominational group of people who love to make stuff. More info at www.churchofcraft.org.

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View entire thread: Wonderful book trading site...

Posted by artsy897 on 2006-10-10 06:14:06      Post Subject: Wonderful book trading site...

Hi...I am new here...but I was wondering how many of you may know about the book trading site called "Paper Back Swap"? I have just been a member for a couple of months but love it and have recieved a couple of dozen books that I have really enjoyed as you can request books in the genre that you prefer.

What you do is list any books you would want to swap...and then when others request them...you ship them media mail, which costs $1.50 . then whed the person recieves the book you sent...they mark it recieved and you get a credit that you can use to then request someone eles's book. I love this site and want to let others know it is out there.

If any of you would like to check it out it is at
www.paperbackswap.com and tell them that artsy897 told you about it...

This looks like a great site also and I am looking forward to checking all of it out as I am into crafts and art also...so I am off to see what I can find...have a nice day everyone...Linda

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View entire thread: soap making swap...

Posted by earthborn on 2005-04-07 15:47:52      Post Subject: soap making swap...

hey ladies...

the soap making swap has been moved to glitter forum... if you are interested...

kate
=o)

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View entire thread: Tallahassee, FL - Clothing Reconstruction Workshop

Posted by justme on 2006-06-04 13:02:37      Post Subject: Tallahassee, FL - Clothing Reconstruction Workshop

Tallahassee, FL
Please put the date on your calendar and tell your craftiest friends!

In late August or early September there's going to be a day-long
workshop and creativity exchange focused on remaking our closets and
our world. Check out http://www.gaiatreehouse.com/events.htm to get
the general idea. (Be sure to read the Why swap? section.)

I can't (and don't want to) do this alone! The first organizational
meeting will be held on Saturday June 24 beginning at 2pm at the
Progressive Center - 1720 S. Gadsden St., http://www.tallprogcen.com/

We'll talk through
workshop ideas: are there techniques you want to learn or teach?
(possibilities already on the list: alterations 101, screenprinting on
the cheap, and doin' it freehand: sewing without a machine)

logistical details: fee based or donations? sewing machine
availability? scheduling?

and marketing: anyone have access to a free copy machine?

One item on the agenda will be deciding on a name.
Come prepared to make this event exactly what you want it to be!
Questions? Can't make it to this meeting but want to help?
tallyworkshop@hotmail.com

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View entire thread: soap making swap...

Posted by yardenxanthe on 2005-04-07 16:11:50      Post Subject:

I'm interested. I think a good number of people for the swap is 10. Also, you should make people pay for shipping -- those flat rate boxes from USPS are $7.70.

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View entire thread: cities swap update

Posted by sunshine_fix on 2005-06-16 16:20:14      Post Subject: cities swap update

I am missing two peoples' envelopes. Here is a list of the people who I have received pictures from as of today:
bessiemae
joyce
iowa art teacher
moon_lemming
cannibal sandwhich
Kristy
knits4fun

I am assuming I won't get any more envelopes for this swap. If you are a member of this swap and you have sent your pictures to me I have not received them. Those of you who sent me yours (thank you!): what should I do? Should I let two more people in, which may delay your pictures from coming to you for a couple of weeks, or just mix up the ones I already have and send them off to you? This is your choice, I don't want to make it myself. Thank you again to those who have sent me your pictures as promised!!!

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View entire thread: tea swap -- see posting in craft up!

Posted by stellagal78 on 2005-08-19 10:10:16      Post Subject: still time for the tea swap!

There is still time to sign up for the tea swap, so if you are interested, please e-mail me your name and address and I will add you to the list!

The more the merrier!!

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View entire thread: Has anyone did a Naked Lady Party aka Clothing Swap

Posted by jpalerino on 2007-04-15 16:36:23      Post Subject: Has anyone did a Naked Lady Party aka Clothing Swap

I am hosting a Naked Lady Party/Clothing Swap this Friday. I was wondering if anyone has hosted one and if they have tips/rules,any advice for me. I would love to hear how your event was.

Thanks
jamie

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View entire thread: marble magnets *glue* problem

Posted by straycat on 2006-10-30 03:26:11      Post Subject: marble magnets *glue* problem

I've read up on marble magnets information from cabochon to square clear tiles, but all posts seem to have the same problem---the silicone-based glues (like E6000) they highly recommend turn yellow over time.

I don't know if it's the glue or exposure to sunlight that's turning other people's marble magnets yellow or not, but I was wondering what the solution to this is?

One person said acrylic seal---what brand or form, it didn't say. I have workable fixatif & super surface sealer, but I don't know if either of them will work. :( Plus, it's just an extra step in the process~

So I searched for archival glass glue & came up with YES! glue
http://www.joann.com/catalog.jhtml?CATID=82040&PRODID=145816&rId=GOBASECI Has anyone used it before? It seems ideal! Dries clear, can be used with glass & paper ...

Any help would be highly appreciated! I really want to give some marble magnets as gifts or possibly swap them, but I don't want them to crumble or fade in a year or two. :/

Thank you so much!!! :D

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View entire thread: Mix CD/tape swap!!! (Deadline February 1)

Posted by hppyjessa on 2006-01-13 22:58:52      Post Subject: Mix CD/tape swap!!! (Deadline February 1)

Based on an idea from our fabulous Finnish friend, Koria!...

I am organizing an international mix CD/tape swap!

The guidelines are as follows, but they are open to suggestions:
1. Your tape should mostly include music from your country or city, but you are not completely bound to that. Put anything you like on the CD/tape, just make it something that shows your personality, your tastes and favorites, or the flavor of your country/city. Make it so someone could get to know you or your home from the CD/tape. Anything goes! But please include in your response to me if you have a major problem with profanity or anything like that, and I'll be sure to tell your partners.
2. Your mix tape/CD should include a card with the names of each song and the artist. (This doesn't have to be difficult-- a simple index card would suffice.)
3. I'm open to other suggestions... any ideas?

If you would like to participate, please pm me or email me at hppyjessa at yahoo dot com with the following information before February 1st...

Name & getcrafty name
Snail mail address (including country)
Email address
What you prefer (CD/tape) to send
What you prefer (CD/tape) to recieve
Any other suggestions

Also, please tell me what you think of this idea: arranging groups of four, so you will ultimately recieve three mix tape/CDs? Also, with this system, if someone doesn't follow through on the swap (LAME) you will still get two amazing mix tapes/CDs from your getcrafty friends!

Let me know, guys, and remember to respond by pm or email before February 1st if you want to participate! Thanks!

Peace,
Jessa

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View entire thread: Valentine's Day Craft Swap

Posted by stellagal78 on 2005-01-15 20:26:41      Post Subject: Valentine's Day Craft Swap

Hi everyone,
I just participated in my first ever craft swap for the holidays and it was a blast. I'd like to organize a Valentine's Swap.
Here is how it works:
1. E-mail me if you are interested by January 21. On the 21st I will e-mail everyone with the name of the person who was selected for them.
2. By February 10th you send your person a crafty Valentine's Day package -- it can be pretty much anything -- homemade Valentine's, soap, candles, pink and red stuff, heart iron-on patches, yummy bath products...you get the idea!

Everyone will get a fun package filled with crafty love!
E-mail me at stellagal78@yahoo.com to sign up; please signm up ONLY if you can commit and follow through - it would be really sad if someone didn't get a package who signed up. Also, please be sure that you can send your package BY FEBRUARY 10TH so it is received in time for the Big Day.

Thanks!
Beth

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View entire thread: Any crafters alive in SOuth Carolina?

Posted by silly cornelius on 2004-11-17 22:23:33      Post Subject: Any crafters alive in SOuth Carolina?

Hey y'all! I'm a lone artist/crafter adrift in the sea that is Columbia, SC...anyone from Cola out there? I know the art scene is alive and well here in the state capital, and I'd love to chat with someone local who would like to swap craft ideas, business strategies etc...help!

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View entire thread: store-bought greeting card swap!

Posted by stellagal78 on 2005-04-03 22:57:25      Post Subject: store-bought greeting card swap!

Okay, here is the deal -- go out and buy 12 FUN / FUNKY / HIP / CREATIVE / ORIGINAL / FUNNY....whatever!!!!! greeting cards -- any occasion (Ideally 12 of the same if you can find 'em)

Send them to me and once I have everyone's cards, I will send you back 12 that are different from the 12 you sent me (I'll even pay for the postage!).

Its so fun and easy and it will be fun to see what cards you get!

----DO NOT write anything IN the cards; the idea is for people to be able to use them
---Please include an envelope for each card
---There is room in the swap for 11 people (12 including me!)
---All YOU have to do it go out and find 12 cards and send 'em to me. Like I said, as soon as I have everybodys I will make up 12 packages and send them out -- and I'll pay for that postage!
-Deadline to sign up: Wednesday April 6th
-Deadline to SEND them to me: April 20th

if you have any questions, e-mail me at: stellagal78@yahoo.com

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View entire thread: birthday swap

Posted by quiltnruby on 2006-10-03 00:25:01      Post Subject:

Birthday Swap
Hostess:

Sign up for 2006 Birthday Swap is underway
The Birthday Swap is a year long commitment.
You must be willing to send out one birthday envelope to each of the swappers in the swap in their birthday month. In turn, you will receive an envelope from each one of the swappers in the month of your birthday.
If you sign up in the middle of the month or any time in the month you must send envelope(s) to the one(s) who have a birthday that month.
Your hostess will mail out a list of the people's names and address's in the last week of the month who have a Birthday the following month
The deadline for mailing out your envelope is the 1st of the month.
Please sent at least 2 items and one of the persons wish list.
FQ's All material should be 100% cotton of decent quality.
Notions of any decent quality.
please e-mail me:
Your Group Name
Your Real Name
Your Address
Your e-mail addy
Your birthday
Fav color or fab
5 items for wish list(within reason)

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View entire thread: Knit & craft meet, London (UK)

Posted by ada on 2004-10-28 02:58:21      Post Subject: Knit & craft meet, London (UK)

I'm helping organise a knitting & crafting meetup for this Saturday, at a pub in Broadway Market (East London). We're hoping to kick ourselves into getting started on Christmas presents - come swap ideas and patterns and support with other lovely crafty people! If all goes well, hopefully this will be a regular (fortnightly, perhaps?) meet.

The details are at:
http://acechick.typepad.com/knit/
(Knitting at the Market)

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View entire thread: cookie swap how too

Posted by kitchenqueen on 2005-10-29 12:38:09      Post Subject: cookie swap how too

i was reading the post below on the yoummy baked things recipe swap and it got me all inspired. i want to do a cookie swap but i'm never been a part of one before.if anyone wouldn't mind explaining, how would i get it together? thanks!

Amber

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View entire thread: City Swap Open for 2 More Members

Posted by sunshine_fix on 2005-06-18 22:16:45      Post Subject: City Swap Open for 2 More Members

City Swap

I need two more people for the City Swap to reach 10 participants. Two of my planned members didn't send me anything, so I need 2 new people.

If you're interested, you have 2 weeks to send in 10 photos of your city/town and a SASE. Include your username on the package and I will PM who wants in my with my address. Serious replies only...seriously.

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View entire thread: To people who revamp old thrift purses- question!

Posted by tinstarmerchant on 2005-03-02 14:47:26      Post Subject: To people who revamp old thrift purses- question!

I have some old purses I'd like to decorate with fabric cutouts and stuff and I
need some ideas for a good sealer. The bags are patent or vinyl material. I once used Krylon spray and it was a terrible sticky mess. What do most people use to coat the bag after they decorate it? Also, if I used paint on it, what kind of paint should I use? Do I coat the whole bag or just the decoarated parts? How do I do that?

I'm in a purse swap so I want my bag to look really nice.
Thank you!

Terri

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View entire thread: Crafty Supply Swap

Posted by Countess on 2006-12-22 02:10:42      Post Subject: Crafty Supply Swap

Crafty Supply Swap - How to get rid of all that stuff you didn't use!

We've all done it, bought a bunch of cool crafty stuff that we thought for sure we'd make into that super cool thing we could sell, and then never got around to making it. Now that cool crafty stuff is collecting dust or getting shuffled from one storage bin to another.
Face it. we're never gonna make that cool thing.

So, what to do with all that crafty goodness? SWAP IT!!!!

Come for an afternoon of post-holiday trading, chatting, and fun!
Bring all your left-overs from holiday crafting. Trade with others!

What can you bring? Anything you've got!

*fabric remnants
*paper scraps
*leftover fragrance/essential oils
*old beads
*unused string, cord, ribbon
*outdated packaging materials
*wood chips
*recycled wrapping paper
*gift boxes/storage boxes
*jewelry findings
*knickknacks
*gizmos
*equipment/tools

Bring anything you have that you didn't get around to using and probably never will.
Maybe someone else has something that you WILL use!

Help each other and yourselves by clearing out your old craft supplies and offering them up for grabs!

Have fun trading with other crafters. See old friends, make new friends, get cool stuff!

Snacks and beverages will be provided to add to the festivities!

Date: Saturday, January 20, 2007

Time: 2:30-5:30pm

Location: Greenlake Library
7364 E. Green Lake Dr. N.
Seattle, WA 98115

$5 donation, 50% of which goes to Homeward Pet Adoption Center in Woodinville.
This is a no-kill, non-profit animal shelter dedicated to finding homes for the homeless.
www.homewardpet.org

To reserve your trading spot, and help our furry friends,

please send $5.50 via Paypal to iheartrummage@hotmail.com

OR

send a check for $5 to

IHR
21213 4th Ave W
Bothell, WA 98021

Deadline for reservation: January 17, 2007

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View entire thread: Wizard of Oz Christmas Plaque

Posted by Thrift Shop Romantic on 2007-11-12 14:44:10      Post Subject: Wizard of Oz Christmas Plaque

I thought you all might enjoy seeing a holiday/ Wizard of Oz plaque I did for someone in a holiday swap I was a part of. She was a big Wizard of Oz fan, and I was working to combine the two. The phrase is "There's No Place Like Home... For The Holidays". You can see the pics and how-tos here:

http://web.mac.com/thriftshopromantic/iWeb/The_Thrift_Shop_Romantic/Wizard_of_Oz_Christmas.html

Best Wishes,
Jenn

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View entire thread: loom weaving?

Posted by delqc on 2005-08-22 14:43:52      Post Subject: loom weaving?

Hey folks,

I found a book of patterns for weaving of textiles at a book-give-away over the weekend. I don't do that kind of work myself, but I grabbed it thinking I could redirect it to some lucky craftista from the boards.

Does anyone engage in this kind of work? Anyone want to swap for my book?

Cheers,

del

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View entire thread: loom weaving?

Posted by nerf on 2005-08-30 19:05:34      Post Subject:

I would love a book on weaving!

Unfortunately I don't have any books that I could swap (almost everything I own is still in storage in another country).

Is there anything other than a book you need/want? Or would you be willing to sell it? I live in Australia, but will be happy to pay postage fees!

Otherwise, could you let me know the title, perhaps I can find it on alibris.com.

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View entire thread: Swap Items / Themes?

Posted by h_pets360 on 2005-03-20 23:09:31      Post Subject:

oooh!

themes!!!

childhood!!

books you've read. specific books... like the alice in wonderland softies recently. or maybe lord of the rings. or she's come undone. any book that you and sis have read.

swaps based on music! so if your sister likes evanesence (sp?) and you like the beastie boys, there's some level of thinking and empathy involved.

swaps based on children or future hopes.

swaps based on planned trips together ... you're going to the west coast? a West coast swap, with a Dre anthem CD ... or a shirt with an ironed on pic of the Santa Monica pier.

a journal swap. or an art book swap. "when i was 5 and you were two, i thought that you..." "here is my pencil interpretation of that dinosaur you drew when you were in 4th grade..."

i miss being geographically close to my sister. i bet you can't tell ;)

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View entire thread: Wonderful book trading site...

Posted by quaisior on 2006-10-21 00:25:31      Post Subject:

I love PaperBack Swap! I've been a member for over a year and I've gotten quite a few books I couldn't find elsewhere. And it has been a tremendous help with my ongoing book purge.

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View entire thread: Crafty girls here in Vancouver...

Posted by louisa on 2005-05-07 21:19:55      Post Subject: Crafty girls here in Vancouver...

Looking for some crafty girls to swap ideas..hit gargage sales and trout lake market this summer..

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View entire thread: Craft project swap site????

Posted by glamourgirlsjewelry on 2004-08-15 00:13:54      Post Subject: Craft project swap site????

did I dream that there was a website where you could swap your craft UFO"s (un finished objects) for someone elses???? I thought I read it on here a few months ago, but I can not find it to save my soul....

If I did just dream it, I need to create that site!

Since my website is going down, I have a number of cut out purse pieces I need to get rid off...I don't want to make anymore purses right now, but can't throw them away either-most of them are cut out of vintage fabrics. IF I finished them, I can get $30-50 each...I have no time or space to keep finish or save the pieces...I have too many things to get rid of LOL.

So if anyone knows of where I can trade this stuff=lemme know!!!
Barbe

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View entire thread: discontinued yarn

Posted by stella on 2006-05-23 22:16:47      Post Subject:

do you want yarn to match old lots, or are you just looking for cheap yarn? if you are trying to find discontinued yarn to complete a project, elann.com and the Knitty board have areas where you can ask people if they have that yarn to swap or sell.

if you just want cheap yarn, discountyarnsale.com sells whole bags, and they have a variety of discontinued yarns and colors in the "bargain bin" section. www.yarn.com (Webs) also has sections for discontinued or otherwise heavily discounted yarn.

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View entire thread: I Love My swap with Small Fry Crafts!!!

Posted by AshB. on 2005-03-10 00:50:19      Post Subject: I Love My swap with Small Fry Crafts!!!

Hello Lovelies!!
I did a toy swap with the lovely Miss Renetta, creator of Small Fry Crafts. It's the cutest thing ever. Check him out :-) Everyone should own one of these little friends!!

http://www.be-adorn.com/images/renettascreatureforme.jpeg

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View entire thread: Aussie Thrift Exchange - any Australians here interested?

Posted by wowandflutter on 2005-01-13 15:44:39      Post Subject: Aussie Thrift Exchange - any Australians here interested?

Hi there,

I am wanting to start a Livejournal Community for Australians to sell or exchange clothing/shoes/accessories - where one can post pics and name their price: kind of like Ebay but without the hassle of exchange rates, o/s payment/postage, etc. You can name your price so there is no bidding, more like first in best dressed. Otherwise you can opt to post things you are willing to swap- so almost like an online Naked Lady Party! You don't really have to be on Livejournal to take part as you can still post anonymously in order to give your email address to correspond with the seller. Does this make sense/ is anybody interested??

I have seen many of these communities on LJ, however they are for o/s and there is still the hassle of different money/postage etc, i thought it would be good to make an Australian version. Oh yeah, you can sell/swap things you make, it is not really limited to clothing either, but that would be the main focus. I got the idea after looking at the vogue.com.au forums where there is a For Sale thread. However, everyone there is very interested in labels/brands and i wanted this to be more of an online op-shop type thing! I hope it appeals to people so i can get the thing started. Also, if you have any other suggestions/ know of sites to generate more interest, that would be great. Thanks!

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View entire thread: gmail swap group

Posted by sunshine_fix on 2005-06-22 23:13:22      Post Subject: gmail swap group

So do you think a gmail swap group would be cool? Since I guess getcrafty won't get an entire forum and other websites *coughnervousness* are never working. Plus we could block swappers who don't send in what they're supposed to or make a thread about bad members so we have an ongoing list of people to not swap with. Yay or nay?

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View entire thread: Anyone interested in trading?

Posted by kissmyknitz on 2005-03-25 08:11:42      Post Subject:

Do a swap! Start a new swap!
... I'm in for a new swap right now...

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View entire thread: Counted Cross Stitch

Posted by kitty1 on 2005-04-21 04:51:28      Post Subject: Counted Cross Stitch

I have a number of magazines and books on counted crossstitch, and lots of threads as well. --I LOVED doing it, My eye sand neck can't handle the tiny work anymore. I'd love tp do a swap--i wish these beautiful patterns could be doing someone some good. Please let me know if you're interested--DH is WILD to throw them away, and I just cannot do it!

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View entire thread: quilters in downtown Toronto?

Posted by hodge on 2005-09-11 09:01:33      Post Subject:

i'm not sure about existing quilting clubs in downtown t.o., but you could get in touch with the textile museum of canada (http://www.textilemuseum.ca) and ask if they know of any (they have lots of volunteers who are quilters i think). there is also a quilt shop on mt. pleasant near davisville that you could contact (not downtown downtown, but i think this is the closest quiltshop to downtown downtown): Quilter's Quarters (595 Mount Pleasant Rd., 416-487-1047)

another option is starting one up yourself. i am also a beginner quilter (very into modern quilts like Denyse Schmidt and quilted accessories) and really eager to learn more. i would love to do something like a quilt-along - choosing a project with a group and coming together to check out each other's progress, swap tips, etc. i just finished a big project and need to hibernate for a bit, but would be into something like this eventually. PM me if you would like to talk about this idea some more.

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View entire thread: Swap Items / Themes?

Posted by sparklingallison on 2005-03-20 21:24:42      Post Subject: Swap Items / Themes?

Someone mentioned in their blog that she and her sister started a "Sister Swap" -- I'm going to try and do the same thing with my little sister, and potentially my mom and old sister.

Anyway. I'm brainstorming swap items and themes. Anything else I should add?

THEMES
Holidays - Christmas, 4th of July, Valentine's, etc.
Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall
Back to School
Snowman
Beach
Cat or other animal
Love
Sisterhood
Family
Family Memories
Love your body
Girl Power
Jungle
Art Deco
Night / Day
Black, White, or any other specific color
Movies

ITEMS
Coin Purse
Magnets
Reconstructed T-shirts
Picture Frame
Blank Books
Candles
Mixed CD
Ipod Cozies

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View entire thread: Felting materials for sale or swap

Posted by Athos on 2005-08-19 18:36:28      Post Subject:

if i were still in the area, i would totally swap! i have a close friend in nyc looking to get into felting, she's around here sometimes. i'll pass the link onto her.

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