Come join us for the December Secret Pals - closes November 30 at midnight
 

Welcome to our December Monthly Secret Pal Swap! We're thrilled to have you join this exciting and creative exchange. Each month brings a new opportunity to connect with fellow participants and spread some joy. Here are the key details to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience:

How It Works:
· This is a monthly swap where you can sign up each month based on your availability and interest.
· Every month, you'll be paired with a different partner, enhancing the element of surprise and fun.
· Please commit to participating only if you're confident you can fulfill your obligation. Failure to send a package after signing up may result in a ban from future swaps.

Sending Your Package:
·Mail Package by December 18.
After receiving your Secret Pal's details, let your creativity shine! As you put together a package, consider what your pal might enjoy within the $20.00 limit (excluding shipping costs).
· Feel free to include items from your stash, as many participants appreciate like-new stash items.
· To maintain the spirit of the swap, avoid sending items that are worn, damaged, or unfit for use.
· Once your package is ready to go, be sure to privately message Hav4boys to notify them about your mailing plans. This helps them keep track of the process.

International Shipping:
· For international mailings, it's crucial to mail by December 10th to ensure timely delivery.
· When sending internationally, mark your parcel as a 'Gift' on the Customs Declaration, with a value of $10. This can help avoid unnecessary import charges for the recipient.

Communication:
· Maintain open communication by sending a private message to your Secret Pal when you receive their package. Expressing gratitude is an important part of the swap and lets your pal know their efforts are appreciated.
· Feel free to take pictures of your received items and share them in the group. It's always delightful to see the creativity and thoughtfulness that goes into each package.

Sign-Up:
· Please fill out the provided questionnaire and send your info via Private Message to Hav4boys by midnight on November 30.
We're excited to see the connections and surprises that unfold through this Secret Pal Swap. Let's make this an enjoyable experience for everyone involved!
Screen Name:
Real Name:
Address:
City, State, Zip:
Birthday (month and date)
Favorite Color(s):
Least favorite color(s):
The fabric type/color I am looking for?
Brand of sewing machine?
How long have you been sewing/quilting?
Would you like to receive gently used items pertaining to quilting/sewing?
Socks/Slippers/T-Shirts and what sizes?
Body washes/Lotions/Organic bar soap?
Magazine or patterns?
Quilting Notions?
Besides quilting what do you like to do?
Do you like to read and if so what type?
Would you like to receive candy/cookies/snacks/drinks?
Do you have pets, if so what kind?
Do you collect anything, if so, what?
What do you want the most and what don’t you want?
Tell your SP something about yourself to make it easier for them to purchase for you.(Please fill this section out, it helps your SP buy for you.)
Only for host:
Can you mail international?
Email address:
Phone number:

Sign-Up Deadline:
· The sign-up period for this month's swap will close on November 30 at midnight PST. Make sure to get your information in before then if you'd like to participate.
Partner Assignments:
· You can look forward to receiving your Secret Pal's details by December 2nd at the latest. This will give you time to plan and put together a thoughtful package.
Package Tracking and Communication:
· It's important that everyone has a positive experience, so if your pal doesn't receive their package within a reasonable time, please provide tracking information to Hav4boys.
· If there's a special circumstance regarding your mailing, don't hesitate to inform me as soon as possible. Keeping open communication helps ensure everything runs smoothly.

Let the Creativity Flow:
· Remember, this swap is all about spreading joy and creativity. Put some thought into the items you choose for your Secret Pal within the $20.00 limit (excluding shipping).

· Be as creative as you can be while keeping in mind your pal's preferences.

We hope you have a wonderful time participating in this Secret Pal Swap! Your enthusiasm and effort contribute to making this a fun and engaging experience for all.

Just sent my info. Looking forward to the last SP swap of the year.

I also signed up and send my info. I am looking forward to this years last swap. Thank you Kathy for all your hard work. I really appreciate it. Hugs

I just sent my information to Kathy. Thanks again for hosting Kathy!

Goatmom

Names are out! Have fun and remember to mail early if you can. Never know how the service will be this time of year.

Have fun.

My Secret Pal is involved in many swaps and events on the Board.

I always forget November only has 30 days in it, and not 31! Bad brain, bad! lol!

I'm hoping that my package goes out today. We haven't seen our rural carrier yet this morning and it's almost noon.

Goatmom

My package went out yesterday. I hope my recipient can use some of the items.

I received a great swap package from CarolinePaj!
 

Lovely fabrics, threads, stuffed ornaments, a kit, a new cutter, a great magazine from England, biscuits for my dog, Jack, chocolate, an adorable little lit house, hand cream, a purple thang, clips in a cute can, a card, and a letter.

Love everything and many, many thanks to Caroline!

Deborah aka Gaijin

mailed today
 

I mailed my package out today. It should arrive by Friday. I also had to send a small item directly from Amazon…

Happy Holidays all!

My package went out Monday.... it has something warm, something fuzzy, and something crafty. HMMM.... who is going to get in on Friday?

Next month has posted!
https://www.quiltingboard.com/showth...33#post8628833

REceived my secret pal package yesterday but will open it on Christmas. Thank you. Will post pics then.

December Secret Pal
 

I received my package from Michelle-quilts yesterday. She sent several large pieces of baby girl material that I'll use in a quilt I'm making for my best friend's granddaughter. She has had Amazon send a package of Magic Pins.

Thank you Michelle.

Merry Christmas everyone!

Jennifer
Goatmom

just letting you know..
 

To my Secret Pal… I don’t know who you are because I have been out of town dealing with some things since before Christmas. Just wanted to let you know so that you wouldn’t think I’m ungrateful or didn’t like what you sent…

I will definitely post when I get back home…

Michelle

Amazing package
 

Just a huge huge shout out to our Listmistress. I received my package right before Christmas, and opened it Christmas Eve. Each little gift was separately wrapped for Christmas, it was stuffed full. I literally got tears in my eyes. Wow, Hav4Boys, you really went all out. Fuzzy socks, purple notions, batik prints and the scissors, not to mention such nice patterns, it went way overboard. Thank you so much. Hugs.

Thank you Anna!
 

I opened my Secret Pal package from Annaquilts this morning! She stuffed a LOT of nice things into the envelope. :) I love Christmas striped fabric. The yellow piece is very pretty too! She sent a new magazine, a couple of kits as well as a pattern for a pot holder...with the templates already made. Yay!!! I also got some snacks, needles and lotion. Thank you again Anna!!!

Happy New Year to All!