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mscupid804 08-21-2011 02:29 PM


Originally Posted by gzuslivz
I would also like to know if the person has a religious preference. I'm not exactly sure how to word it. I would hate to put something in a package that would offend someone (i.e. a religious note card or little devotional).

Great idea gz because I have it in mine already that I do not want religious items.

peaceandjoy 08-21-2011 02:33 PM

Although I've not yet participated in a SP exchange, I'd like to; will have to watch for sign ups. Assume that will be in exchange/swap section?

I think the question around holidays celebrated or recognized is a good one. Oh, heck, I think all of the suggestions thus far are good. I also agree with Mary (lawsonmugs) that it is nice to include a little of what is happening in one's life.

Vanuatu Jill 08-21-2011 02:40 PM


Originally Posted by mscupid804
I have read and re read all suggestions but can't find the person who suggested a WISH LIST. That's a great idea because I belong to another board where we do have a place to list things we WISH for. We can either put it in the revision of the SP swap as a question or if admin is willing, set something up in a thread where we can add our name and our wishes (as well as edit it) and make it so all we have to do is type in the person's board name so we can pull up their WISH LIST.

I think this is a GREAT idea-not just for swaps, but for anyone who wants to PIF or just help someone out that doesn't have the funds to purchase what they want. Maybe just to secretely send a squishy to brighten their day.

koko 08-21-2011 03:35 PM


Originally Posted by wanda lou
The one thing I want most is______________.
What a great question.

And I like the used magazine question.

Great question....or you could also add the fabric color I'm looking for is _______________


The reason I say this is that I sometimes am looking for certain colored fabric for a project but it may not be my favorite color so I might not have that color on hand but the quilt needs it.

soniboo 08-21-2011 03:55 PM


Originally Posted by gzuslivz

Originally Posted by mscupid804

Originally Posted by FQ Stash Queen
Not sure why you need to know about a beverage. I think we should stick a little closer to the quilting.

Probably for the same reason favorite candy is already in use....flavored teas can be sent as well as coffee. Don't know if coffee come in small packs tho.

Also, some people like to make those beverage sleeves.

And tea wallets which can also be used for other things...

peaceandjoy 08-21-2011 04:03 PM

Can you give me a general idea when the post would be listed so I can be sure to watch for it?

jaciqltznok 08-21-2011 04:20 PM


Originally Posted by SLHughes
I also believe that the more questions we have and also the more detail we give the easier it is to shop for. I know one of my Secret Pal's said they made Christmas ornaments as another hobby ... well I wasn't sure if they made them out of beads, sequins, ... also when they say they also like to read ... what category do you like to read? Fiction, Non-fiction, Mystery, True crime.

I guess for the one answering the questions should give more information ... elaborate a little more.

But there is nothing wrong with adding more questions either.

I also agree with the question on what type of quilting do you do ... and also the kind of beverages ...

I thought all of these would be covered under the section that says, "TELL your SP as much about you and what you like as you can!" Perhaps, a person just needs to write what they are really looking for and then we all need to actually READ that part when we get the details/name of whom we send to that month!

jaciqltznok 08-21-2011 04:22 PM


Originally Posted by mscupid804
I have read and re read all suggestions but can't find the person who suggested a WISH LIST. That's a great idea because I belong to another board where we do have a place to list things we WISH for. We can either put it in the revision of the SP swap as a question or if admin is willing, set something up in a thread where we can add our name and our wishes (as well as edit it) and make it so all we have to do is type in the person's board name so we can pull up their WISH LIST.

I love this idea...I wish for a Day Stretcher..any length/color is fine, and some Spare time...in any amount! :lol:

LAQUITA 08-21-2011 06:39 PM

[quote=Havplenty]Lori, the question of do you have allergies is already part of the template as well as what type of quilting means (i.e. fmq, embroidery).

You k now I read this everytime and it has never dawned on me to list 'smoking'. I don't consider it a allergy per'se but the smell of smoke I get in some SS packages from smokers is hard on me when I first open the package up and 'smell' the smoke. I have even had to sit my package items outside on the patio for a few days to get rid of the smell.

**So maybe a more specific ? regarding the smoking would be helpful??
**I also like the idea of maybe a ? regarding coffee/tea and what kind. These would be about the only 'kinds' of drinks we could send in the mail. :)
**I also like the ideas about magazines,
** BUT as mentioned above all this could be put in the 'more about you' part at the end.

I would not want to make things harder for Lori or cause others to think .'there is too much to fill out'. Ya know?

Lori you are doing an AWesomE job at this. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!! :D :-D :wink:

pennyj123 08-21-2011 06:47 PM

Here's a thought from sik1010
"I thought about some quicker alternatives for our international friends. I thought if we knew of a local fabric/quilt store, we could order a gift card. I mean if they had a local place where they shopped. Instead of the usual $10.00, I would be willing to buy one that included what shipping would cost me" She pm'd and asked my thoughts, i think it is a great idea :). I hope that she doesn't mind me putting her suggestion forward.


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