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July Secret Partner Pin Cushion/Needlecase Swap

DESCRIPTION:

This is a Secret Partner Swap of your choice: pin cushion, needlecase, or both. You may sign up for up to 2 spots in both groups for a total of 4 partners. International Swappers please join us. All skill level welcomed!

THEME:

Summer. You can choose to do summer colors like bright yellow, orange, etc OR summer treats like ice cream, watermelon, hamburger/hot dog.

CONSTRUCTION:
1.The cushion/case does NOThave to be quilted or hand embroidered, although it can be. It MUST be handmade - not purchased.
2. Both must be made of 100% cottonfabric. Needle case may have wool or felt insert.
3. Embellishments/applique/embroidery are welcome but not required.
4.The size and shape of the pin cushion/needle case is up to theindividual creating it, but should not be smaller than 3” x 3”.

SIGNUP:
Sign up beginstoday and ends Sunday, June 30[SUP]th[/SUP],2013 at 7pm CST. I’llwill begin assigning SP's July 1[SUP]st[/SUP]through July 3[SUP]rd[/SUP]depending on number of participants. Please respond to the thread with a post. Then, copy the information sheet and PM it completed tome. Don't forget to tell me how many spots you want. I will acknowledge receipt of your PM. If you have not fulfilled your May obligation, I will not be able to allow you to participate in July's swap.

DUE DATE:
The deadline for all pin cushions/needle cases to be mailed to your SP is Friday, July 19th, 2013.International swappers mail date is Monday, July 15[SUP]th[/SUP],2013. I understand that life does happen, if for some reason you will not be able to fulfill your obligation, please PM me no later than July 10[SUP]th[/SUP],2013 so that I can locate an swap angel. If you do not do this I will be forced to report a negative feedback score.

MANNERS:

PleasePM me with your tracking number when you ship. Also, PM me when youreceive. This is so that I can mark off my spread sheet. Rememberto thank your partner, either by a post or a PM for a personal thankyou. I would also like to see that you report a feedback score toyour SP. Pictures are encouraged, but not required. We all loveseeing what everyone is receiving. If you are unable to post apicture, please make sure that you mark that on your informationsheet so that your SP can take a picture before shipping it. Pleaseunderstand that this board has members with differing skill levelsand you will not necessarily be swapping with someone at the samelevel. Let's mind our manners by loving the creation we are sent,whatever the standard of sewing, piecing, quilting. We all startedsomewhere and the most important our SP made it with you inmind!
EXTRAS:

Thisis a secret exchange. Pleaseput a card/note inwith your pin cushion/needle case so that your SP knows you made it.It is not necessary to send other items such as needles, pins, etcbut you can if you wouldlike.

PARTICIPANTFORM:

ScreenName:
RealName:
Address:
City,State, Zip:
FavoriteColors:
Yourfavorite notion/fabric line, etc:
Yourleast favorite color(s):
Leastfavorite notion/fabric line:
Isthere anything you like to collect?:
Doyou have Allergies (smoke, cats, dogs etc):
Doyou smoke?:
Doyou have cats, dogs etc:
Doyou have a digital camera to post pictures on the thread?:
Canyou mail international?
E-mail address:
Phone number:

This form will be given to your SP (minus the email address and phone number that is for me should I need to contact you should you not respond to the thread or PMs) . The more you put on there, the better she/he will be able to get to know you. Plus, I will be using this to partner you with your SP. If you have questions, please PM me and I will try to answer as quickly as possible.

This swap hasbeen approved by PatriceJ.

REQUIRED:
Iam required to insist that participants send me a monthly PM toverify that they are still active in this swap and are working ontheir promised project. I am required to insist that allparticipants send me verification of shipment, to includetracking information. Participants are required to ensure packages will not arrive“postage due.” Any and all other fees, such as import duties,taxes, etc imposed by the recipient’s government are the soleresponsibility of the recipient. Absent legitimate and reportedmitigating circumstances, participants who have not fulfilled theirobligation to ship by August 5, 2013 shall be deemed “late” andrisk receiving Negative [Swap] Feedback. Please keep in touch withme as required as well as your partners. Please let me know rightaway if something happens that will interfere with your ability tocomplete your project on time. Swappers should treat each other asfriends and focus on the fun. So … please be prepared to beflexible, patient and understanding if necessary and appropriate.

SHOULDYOU HAVE PROBLEMS, QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS PLEASE PM MEIMMEDIATELY!

Coordinatedby: queenof2802

me me me!! Sending PM

gosh, had to search for this, i'm in for two, they're done and ready to ship.

Just send you my info PM, Tracey. Looking forward to another swap.

o.k. sent you a p.m. i'm in for two 2 pincushions. i'm ready to ship tomorrow. I cannot take photos, so maybe I can be partnered with someone who can take pics it would be a shame to not have photos of these little buggers. I love seeing others little masterpcs also. the fun begins!!!!

I am in for two! I think I have my plan, unfortunately the designs I have been playing with have been in felt. So back to my drawing board I think, maybe. Or I wonder if I couldn't just incorporate one of my other patterns into something summer like. Anyways whoo hooo!!!

Dangit. I debated sitting this one out with all the summer-time activities going on right now. But what the heck - I'm in for 2 PC again.

I wanna make two pincushions (Blue Cat) and sister wannas make two pincushions (Sucia). We's both all caught up and ready to go.

Hey, everybody!! Tracey, I'm going to be brave and say,"Put me in for 2 PC's and 2 NC's". I can't believe I just did that!! But it's always so much fun!!

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Originally Posted by IrelandDragonQuilting (Post 6139725)

I don't think id mind felt, it could be just as usable in felt as in fabric, just my opinion

Hi everyone - I would love to play with you ladies too! Sign me up for 2 PC's and 2 NC's - this is my first time making these so please be gentle lol!!! Will PM tomorrow with my info. :)

Welcome to our new players. Glad you have joined us. Lots of fun in here. :)

Quote:

Originally Posted by lynnie (Post 6141024)

I don't think id mind felt, it could be just as usable in felt as in fabric, just my opinion

I actually like working with felt, I can get it to do a lot of cool things. I have made a mushroom with embroidery, a camper, a large round with flowers. I will have to post some photos later. But the rules state it must be 100% cotton, and felt or wool can be used in needle cases. Either way I love making them and participating in this awesome swap!!! YAY for queenof2802, and all the hard work she does!

I too am enjoying this swap. Didn't think I would fall for these little "bugger" like I have, but I am hooked. You girls make it so easy! Thanks IrelandDragonQuilting :)

yes, we do have the greatest swap leader and also some great swappers and great ideas. thanks again for hosting

Not too long ago I had no clue what I needlecase was!! Now I love my collection! I scaled back this month to 1 of each, because I will be having grandbabies in and out thru the summer...They love to stay at "nanny's" when they are out of school...With 14 grandchildren, my house stays pretty full in the summer!

Please count me in for 1 Needlecase Swap.

You guys are too sweet. Thank you :)

I took my resume to the church office today. The current secretary told me she was glad that I had experience already. She knows that it will take a while to train but it would be best if it wasn't someone with no experience. We shall see what happens next. I am praying and everything that I can cross is crossed. I am supposed to hear back from Michaels on Thursday if I passed my background check and what my start date will be. I have to get a sample of my paper crafts together to let the manager see my work. I really don't want to do both but my budget is not allowing me to participate and craft like I used to.

I will NOT be joining in for July.

Dad had a heart attack yesterday, and has decided to NOT receive
medical help. Which means he is now in the care of hospice.

I have always heard from my friends that their parents/grandparents
often times would pass about 6 months (sometime longer) after the
death of their spouse.

But in my dads case after about 6 weeks he has decided to "give up"
his fight so he can go be with his "Annie". We all respect his DNR and
living will wishes though it is not easy facing the fact that I will be losing
my only remaining parent.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Quilty-Louise (Post 6143979)

Prayers and lots of hug your way, and may your angels wrap their arms around you and help you through this time, I am so sorry!

Louise, so sorry that you are going through this. I am praying for you and him.

Louise, What a hard few months this has been and will be for you. Sending many good thoughts and hugs!

Prayers for you family Louise- the time left will be special- until he goes to be in peace with your mother {{{HUGS}}}

Hi: I would like to sign up for the pin cushion swap, please.

Dear IslandDragonQuilting:

I'm so sorry to hear of your news about your Dad. My husband and I have been married 52 years (on August 20) and I can't imagine my life without him. I am praying for you and your family...
Kindly,
JoAnn

Louise - so sorry about your Dad - its hard to lose parents. I lost my Dad when I was 15 but was blessed that my Mom lived to 85. Take good care of yourself - prayers coming your way. Heather G.

OK I am asking for feedback on these, they are done out of felt. The Mushrooms were a free online pattern found here,
http://thelittlehousebythesea.wordpr...-and-tutorial/

The camper, I drew out using some various online designs as inspiration for it, but I wanted a door that opened and could be used to hold needles.

The round flowery one I drew that one out too, using others designs as inspiration. What do you think?? Hope it is OK posting these here, but I knew if anyone would give me honest feedback it would be in the pincushion swap!
[ATTACH=CONFIG]421457[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]421458[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]421464[/ATTACH] I know the trailer looks like it was rear ended LOL but I think it is because I didn't make the wheel cover for it large enough.

Quote:

Originally Posted by IrelandDragonQuilting (Post 6147484)

I love them all, but the mushrooms are my favorites!

They are perfect. Love the mushrooms too. They camper is awesome.

Just sent in for 1 of each to swap. That little camper is so cute.

they are too cute for words. I love all of them. any would be a welcome addition to my collection

LOVE LOVE LOVE THE MUSHROOMS. You can keep my name in mind if you are assigned me as a partner!!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by IrelandDragonQuilting (Post 6147484)

OK I am asking for feedback on these, they are done out of felt. The Mushrooms were a free online pattern found here,
http://thelittlehousebythesea.wordpr...-and-tutorial/

The camper, I drew out using some various online designs as inspiration for it, but I wanted a door that opened and could be used to hold needles.

The round flowery one I drew that one out too, using others designs as inspiration. What do you think?? Hope it is OK posting these here, but I knew if anyone would give me honest feedback it would be in the pincushion swap!
I know the trailer looks like it was rear ended LOL but I think it is because I didn't make the wheel cover for it large enough.

Thank you so much for your kind words everyone! I have become a pin cushion making addict! I just cannot seem to stop. I will definitely take notes of names ;) I am just glad everyone likes them. OK back to the grindstone of homework. I don't know if I am going to make it through, after being out for over 23 years LOL

All of those pin cushions are so cute. Normally I wouldn't know which is my favorite, but my in laws always came to see us in their travel motor home until they passed so that little camper you made is so special.

Just a quick note to say "THANK YOU" to everyone for your
thoughts and prayers.

My dad passed this morning at 8:00 he is finally at peace and
where he wants to be "with his Annie".

Quilty-HUGS to all of you kind, wonderful friends.

Louise

Quote:

Originally Posted by Quilty-Louise (Post 6151598)

{{{HUGS}}}} and prayers your way

Louise I am so sorry for your loss, you are in my thoughts and prayers. It is never easy on the ones left behind but know that he is in a better place, at peace now and where he wants to be.

quilty hugs, so sorry for your loss

Did my little July summer themed ones today and have to say I think they turned out pretty cute. Signed up for 1 pin cushion and 1 needlecase but made them both for my partners again. Sure hope they like them, now need to make one for myself.