June's Pincushion and Needlecase Swap
DESCRIPTION: Thisis a Secret Partner Swap of your choice in cushion, needle case orboth. You may sign up for up to two spots in both groups for a totalof 4 partners. Thismonth there IS a theme or color choice to this exchange. ForJune, I have decided to honor the colors red, white, and blue sincethey will be arriving just in time for the 4[SUP]th[/SUP] of Julyholiday. Everyone's cushion and needlecase should be just thesecolors. International swappers are encouraged to join us! Allskill level welcomed! CONSTRUCTION: 1.The cushion/case does not have to be quilted or hand embroidered,although it can be. It MUST be handmade - not purchased. 2.Both must be made of 100% cotton fabric. Needle case may have woolor 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 Friday, May 31[SUP]set[/SUP]2013 at 7pm CST. I’llwill begin assigning SP's June 1[SUP]st[/SUP]through June 3[SUP]rd[/SUP]depending on number of participants. Please respond to the threadwith a post. Then, copy the information sheet and PM it completed tome. Don't forget to tell me how many spots you want. I willacknowledge receipt of your PM. DUEDATE: The deadlinefor all pin cushions/needle cases to be mailed to your SP is Monday,June 74th, 2013.I understand that lifedoes happen, if for some reason you will not be able to fulfill yourobligation, please PM me no later than June 10[SUP]th[/SUP],2013 so that I can locate an swap angel. If you do not do this Iwill 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: Isthere anything you like to collect?: Besidesquilting, what do you like to do?: 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? emailaddress: phonenumber: Thisform will be given to your SP (minus the email address and phonenumber that is for me should I need to contact you should you notrespond to the thread or PMs) . The more you put on there, the bettershe/he will be able to get to know you. Plus, I will be using thisto partner you with your SP. Ifyou have questions, please PM me and I will try to answer as quicklyas possible. This swap has been 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 thatparticipants notify me as soon as they have finished their quilt andare ready to mail it. Once I have received notice that bothpartners are done and ready to mail, I will send both a PM to letthem know it’s time to mail. I am required to insist thatall participants send me verification of shipment, to includetracking information. Participantsare required to ensure packages will not arrive “postage due.” Anyand all other fees, such as import duties, taxes, etc imposed by therecipient’s government are the sole responsibility of therecipient. Absent legitimate and reported mitigatingcircumstances, participants who have not fulfilled their obligationto ship by July 3, 2013 shall be deemed “late” and risk receivingNegative [Swap] Feedback. Please keep in touch with me asrequired as well as your partners. Please let me know right away ifsomething happens that will interfere with your ability to completeyour 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 |
I'm in will send the form in soon.
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I am so in this go around! Been stalking long enough! But when is June 74th?? teee heee!!
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I'm baaccckkkk!!!
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Woo Hoo! I am sooo busy this summer but these swaps are fun! Send you the form in a bit queen.
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I made a new day. How funny! Keeping you on your toes!
Originally Posted by IrelandDragonQuilting
(Post 6081902)
I am so in this go around! Been stalking long enough! But when is June 74th?? teee heee!!
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i sent you a pm this am thanks
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Welcome to June's swap!!! Found my pincushion pattern today. I just have to shrink it. It is really supposed to be a pillow, but I fell in LOVE with it!! I am still searching for my needlecase pattern. May just have to come up with something on my own. We will just have to wait and see.
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So far we have 17 pincushions and 5 needlecases. Come join us!!! International swappers are WELCOMED.
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I completed my first pin cushion today! Made a pattern I have been wanting to try for a long time and was to scared to. Well I pulled up my boots and made it! It turned out better then I expected. Now for the second one. I am not sure if I want to make two different pincushions or make the same one twice. I might just make a bunch and go from there since I do have time. Is there a size limit on pincushions? Because the one I just made is huge!
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Taking a back seat this time...still waiting to see if my last pincushions have arrived yet.
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No limit on either except that they must be at least 3"x3".
mrsmck~hope to seen you in July!! |
Sent in my PM and pulled fabrics this morning. I am not a traditionalist, so even tho' we are to use red/white/blue, I won't be doing anything like a flag. Too simple! Way too many ultra cute pincushion patterns out there! I think this is going to be too much fun!
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I agree, there are soooo many cute pincushions out there. *stepping up to the mic* My name is Tracey and I am addicted to pincushions.
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As tpo the addiction -- I'm getting there, Tracy. Two friends gave me pincushions for Christmas and looking at all the adorable patterns, I want to fill up a shabby chic nic-nac shelf my late DH made for my sewing room.
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I need to add to mine, only have about 12 different ones, I want to expand on them, a cute collection of items, and not to expensive.
I finished my pc and ornaments for them. just waiting on my names now. can't wait!!! happy Memorial day everyone |
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I will second that statement!
I posted the pictures in the May swap, but those who are new this month I will post the pics of my collection again. [ATTACH=CONFIG]415588[/ATTACH]
Originally Posted by queenof2802
(Post 6086105)
I agree, there are soooo many cute pincushions out there. *stepping up to the mic* My name is Tracey and I am addicted to pincushions.
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Originally Posted by Quilty-Louise
(Post 6086365)
I will second that statement!
I posted the pictures in the May swap, but those who are new this month I will post the pics of my collection again. [ATTACH=CONFIG]415588[/ATTACH] |
Louise, those are so cute hanging there!
Quiltingdragon, r/w/b isn't my thing either, but I'm going for it anyway! |
lynnie you will have to find someone to take a picture of all your pin cushions.
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Originally Posted by paintmejudy
(Post 6086443)
Louise, those are so cute hanging there!
Quiltingdragon, r/w/b isn't my thing either, but I'm going for it anyway! |
i'n not that into r w &b, but they turned out cute, and you know it's for the summer holidays.
whipped them up fairly quickly and they turned out nice. can't wait to see what everyone is doing |
I'm in again, just sent my info. At least this month I won't have to mail everything while I'm on vacation.
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Come on June! hehehehe
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quiltingdragon,
i sure can relate to your conundrum with the cat. my cat stole both the pincushions i was making for the may swap. i found the one that was well started, but i did not find the one that was finished! i will start over, but i am determined to finish them both. i feel so sorry for my partners, but i told both of them that it will be worth the wait. I hope they agree.
Originally Posted by quiltingdragon
(Post 6086398)
Those are so cute! I had already picked a pattern before I realized there was a theme. Red white and blue isn't my thing, so I think I will sit out this round. I must get a picture of the cat, as he has stolen the pincushion that my partner last month made for me, the little kitty, and is carrying it around like a kitten. This is after i'd hidden the mouse as I was afraid he'd swallow a pin or scratch himself stealing it off my sewing table.
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Tracey, count me in for a NC & PC, sounds like lots of fun! I love red/white/blue! MAWLUV
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blue cat, keep kitty toys by your machine, I do and it helps, zoey will chase them and not the new things im making.
watch, now the next time I sew, she'll take it |
I knew what I planned to make, with the r/w/b color restrictions, but after trolling the internet, I couldn't believe the wonderful patterns available for pincushions. I think I have started a new obsession! Ok, ok, let's call it a collection instead. July's pincushion pattern has already been picked out! Don't dare settle on August, will probably find something I like even better!
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Still plenty of time to sign up. I do have to work tomorrow until 8pm CST. I won't close sign ups until 10pm. I will spend Sat morning swapping names. Come join us!!
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Waiting to hear back from a swapper on how many spots and which group. Will start swapping names afterwards.
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thanks Tracey, can't wait, like Christmas morning
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It is like Christmas morning! I love making, mailing, then stalking the mailman!
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Whooo HOOO gonna get my names soon!!
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Waiting with baited breath!
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i'm sitting here and waiting very impatiently. I guess it doesn't matter, the po is closed tomorrow anyway, have to wait till monday
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Names for pincushions have been swapped. Needlecases will be sent Sunday afternoon.
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Thanks for all your hard work, Queen Tracey. Got my lists this morning. This is my first pincushion swap and am so excited about swapping and also seeing what everyone else makes.
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Got my pincushion name last night.
Now to figure out a design to make. I DON"T think that I am doing another box. Not unless I see my partner say something about liking/wanting a box like I have made. |
If you've got my name I'd take one of your boxes in a minute, loved it!!!
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All names are swapped. Happy creating! Remember, I made a typo in the original post and shipping day is MONDAY, JUNE 17TH.
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