Christmas in July partners!

I have sent emails out but here is the list of partners just in case you need it to refer back to it:

Val and Amy

Jill and Melinda

Missy and Kerry

Have fun, I can't wait to see what everyone creates!

"Christmas in July" A Handmade Ornament Swap CLOSED

Things this Spring and Summer have been a bit hectic and a bit sad.  So what does a girl like me do when she needs a little pick me up?  I host a SWAP!

So, if you are interested and have the time to commit, here is the low down:

This is a Christmas Themed  HANDMADE ornament swap.

1.  You will send 1 loving crafted ornament after reviewing profile information.
2.  You will include 3 "tuck ins."  These items can be from your stash, purchased, thrifted, crafted...they just need to be something lovely that you think your person will enjoy and use.  

Some notes:
People always ask what amount to "spend" on a swap.  I tell them my swaps are intended to stretch creativity, not budgets.  If you can create something gorgeous and use stash items or other created items for the tuck-ins, your cost will be nominal before shipping.  If you aren't crafty, you will have to purchase a handmade item off etsy or somewhere else.  Store bought ornaments are simply NOT ALLOWED.

That being said, take care of the items you've pulled together and pack it up in tissue with ribbon and a little note.  If you use thrifted or stash items, make sure they are clean.  Also, don't make packaging an after thought.  When shipping, don't just cram things in a box, loose with no filling.   I have actually received swaps where the items were dirty and shoved into the box with no regard for the person opening it on the other end.   No one wants to get a box like that........no one.

Sign ups end June 30th.  You may ship as soon as you wish but the deadline is August 3rd.  


Once I get your registration, I will send you an invitation to post on the blog if you'd like.  Feel free to post themed items as well as sneak peeks of your creations!

Birdie Package From Stacey

This is the birdie package I received from Stacey last week.  She sent a sweet little cloth bird, an altered birdhouse, and some birdie charms along with some sticky notes and Bath & Body Works goodies. The chocolate bar lasted long enough for me to take the picture then it was quickly devoured.  Thank you Stacey for my birdie package.  Birdie swap mail is always fun!

lovin' some owls

Micki sent me this assortment of owls....cute!  

Kaela was babysitting when I opened the box and her sweet charge snapped up the pillow...instant love!  I couldn't refuse, her room is in the same pastel colors as the pillow.

I sent this in return....

An owl for hanging...

On Fridays, Micki does project with her daughter so I made this apron for her.  I included some scrappy paper items they can use and a child's apron pattern too.

I also sent an owl sewing case...forgot to take photos but these were the two main gifts anyway!

Now I'll Reveal It All ....

My little birdie ornament arrived at its new home today ....... Wow, that was one long flight !!!!
So after giving you just a little sneek peek the other day, I'll share all of it with you now.

Thanks Val for a great round one ....... Can't wait for you to reveal our next theme :-)

 Tomorrow all the birds should be flying to their new homes!



Don't forget to thank your partners...and to post your lovely packages!

Sneek Peek ....

Here's a little sneek peek of my birdie ornament, that will be winging its way to my partner tomorrow :-)