May Secret Pal Swap Sign Up Closed 5-2-11
05-23-2011, 01:03 PM
#1201
Super Member
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Idaho
Posts: 1,510
Originally Posted by cannyquilter
well i received my package on Friday but had a very busy weekend so was unable to post although I did pm my swap partner and Lori. A big thanks to LynnC thank you so much for the lovely package 2 diiferent yards of fabric lovely bright sunny colours, I am going to Spain in four weeks and I will have to find time to use them to make myself a beach tote. Sewing machine needles, three packages of buttons which I love, a template for a double wedding ring quilt wow, it seems so complicated but my son is hoping to get married in the next year or two so I could maybe give it a go!! two key rings from Lynn's business she runs (tupperware) which my grandaughters are having great fun with. Some Jelly Belly sweets and Hersey nuggets (which are gone!). Lynn also enclosed a long letter which told me a little about herself which was really nice, it makes a lovely connection. I always enclose a card but I think in future I will send a proper letter as it was so nice to receive one. Hopefully I havent missed anything. i got my husband to take a picture so I will ask him to load it and will try to post it. Lynn if you took a picture feel free to post. Once again thank you so much for the wonderful gifts. I really enjoy these swaps and the challenge involved in putting together a good package within the budget. i hope they are going to continue as I have built up quite a stash of things to send out so that I only have to make something personal and can then get my package sent out earlier. To the person waiting on this month's parcel from me I will post again once I have checked on the tracking. I know it was in customs but often I dont get any more information on the tracking until it is delivered. Eileen
05-23-2011, 01:06 PM
#1202
Super Member
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Idaho
Posts: 1,510
Originally Posted by grammynan
Originally Posted by Lori Peercy
Looks like I put the wrong numbers into the calculator, we have had 90 people tell me that they received their package and 157 people signed up so that leaves 67 left!! I can not even think about next month with so many still out there! So if you have got your package and haven't told me, please pm me. You can help me out, if you have mailed and your secret pal has not pm'ed you, send them a pm to see if they have gotten it and remind them to pm me. We need to have alot of people off the bench before we can start sign ups for June.
Because I believe that signing up for the swap and then not sending your package by the mailing deadline is just irresponsible!!
We have 2 weeks to get the packages out after finding out who our partner is. If you can't get your package out within the alloted time, then DON'T sign up!! It has been such a delight to participate in this swap. I would be very disappointed if it got pulled because people can't follow the rules!!
05-23-2011, 01:09 PM
#1203
Super Member
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Where the deer & antilope play and the eagles soar
Posts: 1,540
Well the bench has been abandoned by me. I rec'd the most fantastic "firmy" package from Mary aka havplenty!!! She stuffed that box full!!
It had 3 beautiful gemstone necklaces, a santa panel, a set of red hat coasters, 2 red hat pot holders, red hat heart shaped pin cushion, red hat key chain, red hat scarf, a spice set, cook book, chop sticks (to turn applique shapes), book of poems, pack of buttons, a planner calendar, And for my sweet tooth a bag of YUMMY oreo crunch pop corn and a box of junior mints. Also a post card of her home town of St Louis, a beautiful hand made birthday card with red hats and a sweet note. THANKS SO MUCH Mary!!! crafty_linda_b
It had 3 beautiful gemstone necklaces, a santa panel, a set of red hat coasters, 2 red hat pot holders, red hat heart shaped pin cushion, red hat key chain, red hat scarf, a spice set, cook book, chop sticks (to turn applique shapes), book of poems, pack of buttons, a planner calendar, And for my sweet tooth a bag of YUMMY oreo crunch pop corn and a box of junior mints. Also a post card of her home town of St Louis, a beautiful hand made birthday card with red hats and a sweet note. THANKS SO MUCH Mary!!! crafty_linda_b
May SP Goodies!!
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05-23-2011, 01:10 PM
#1204
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Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: UK side of the pond
Posts: 1,812
I had a lovely firmy this weekend from Ila (Sunflower Girl). It was full of lovely fabric, sewing notions and candies!
Thank you Ila for all your time, effort and not least your lovely generosity.
Thank you Ila for all your time, effort and not least your lovely generosity.
05-23-2011, 01:14 PM
#1205
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Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: UK side of the pond
Posts: 1,812
I am one of the late senders - a late sender offender!
I felt it was courtesy to let Lori know and posted an apology earlier on here that I was late :cry:.
Sadly, as I am in the UK it will take some time to get to its destination. I had fun putting it together, although it was a rush - sometimes life does get in the way. A good friend found that her wedding dress did not fit and pleaded with me to alter it (the wedding is this week) after I had signed up. It is the first offence for me.
I have a large assessment to complete and hand in by July, so I will think long and hard before signing up again unless I can get the next swaps out on time.
So, please think before you say too many harsh words about those of us who are late.
Sue
I felt it was courtesy to let Lori know and posted an apology earlier on here that I was late :cry:.
Sadly, as I am in the UK it will take some time to get to its destination. I had fun putting it together, although it was a rush - sometimes life does get in the way. A good friend found that her wedding dress did not fit and pleaded with me to alter it (the wedding is this week) after I had signed up. It is the first offence for me.
I have a large assessment to complete and hand in by July, so I will think long and hard before signing up again unless I can get the next swaps out on time.
So, please think before you say too many harsh words about those of us who are late.
Sue
05-23-2011, 01:53 PM
#1206
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Thread Starter
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Iowa
Posts: 2,858
good to see so many packages arriving! I am getting alot of response to the pms I sent out earlier today so things are looking better. I understand that things come up, but just need a little pm to soothe the dragon.
05-23-2011, 02:55 PM
#1207
Senior Member
Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: fresno,ca
Posts: 731
i wanted to thank grumpy90650 for a grand package that i receved on may 19th the day before i got to go on vacation every thing in my pachage i love so ensted of me leveing a list i took pic but the most thing i like is that hand bag to make and i brought everything with me on our trip
my gs had to be in the pic to say hi to everyone
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05-23-2011, 03:08 PM
#1208
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Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: N.E. England
Posts: 1,171
Originally Posted by cannyquilter
well i received my package on Friday but had a very busy weekend so was unable to post although I did pm my swap partner and Lori. A big thanks to LynnC thank you so much for the lovely package 2 diiferent yards of fabric lovely bright sunny colours, I am going to Spain in four weeks and I will have to find time to use them to make myself a beach tote. Sewing machine needles, three packages of buttons which I love, a template for a double wedding ring quilt wow, it seems so complicated but my son is hoping to get married in the next year or two so I could maybe give it a go!! two key rings from Lynn's business she runs (tupperware) which my grandaughters are having great fun with. Some Jelly Belly sweets and Hersey nuggets (which are gone!). Lynn also enclosed a long letter which told me a little about herself which was really nice, it makes a lovely connection. I always enclose a card but I think in future I will send a proper letter as it was so nice to receive one. Hopefully I havent missed anything. i got my husband to take a picture so I will ask him to load it and will try to post it. Lynn if you took a picture feel free to post. Once again thank you so much for the wonderful gifts. I really enjoy these swaps and the challenge involved in putting together a good package within the budget. i hope they are going to continue as I have built up quite a stash of things to send out so that I only have to make something personal and can then get my package sent out earlier. To the person waiting on this month's parcel from me I will post again once I have checked on the tracking. I know it was in customs but often I dont get any more information on the tracking until it is delivered. Eileen
05-23-2011, 03:16 PM
#1209
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Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: N.E. England
Posts: 1,171
Originally Posted by TFquilter
Originally Posted by cannyquilter
well i received my package on Friday but had a very busy weekend so was unable to post although I did pm my swap partner and Lori. A big thanks to LynnC thank you so much for the lovely package 2 diiferent yards of fabric lovely bright sunny colours, I am going to Spain in four weeks and I will have to find time to use them to make myself a beach tote. Sewing machine needles, three packages of buttons which I love, a template for a double wedding ring quilt wow, it seems so complicated but my son is hoping to get married in the next year or two so I could maybe give it a go!! two key rings from Lynn's business she runs (tupperware) which my grandaughters are having great fun with. Some Jelly Belly sweets and Hersey nuggets (which are gone!). Lynn also enclosed a long letter which told me a little about herself which was really nice, it makes a lovely connection. I always enclose a card but I think in future I will send a proper letter as it was so nice to receive one. Hopefully I havent missed anything. i got my husband to take a picture so I will ask him to load it and will try to post it. Lynn if you took a picture feel free to post. Once again thank you so much for the wonderful gifts. I really enjoy these swaps and the challenge involved in putting together a good package within the budget. i hope they are going to continue as I have built up quite a stash of things to send out so that I only have to make something personal and can then get my package sent out earlier. To the person waiting on this month's parcel from me I will post again once I have checked on the tracking. I know it was in customs but often I dont get any more information on the tracking until it is delivered. Eileen
Hi Elaine
Have checked on package, still not through customs hopefully wont be too long, at least you know it is on its way. Eileen
05-23-2011, 03:21 PM
#1210
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Thread Starter
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Iowa
Posts: 2,858
We are down to 46 who have not received their package. Better all the time and I still have not heard back from everyone who I send pms to today. So far only one was upset with me and I hope it is just a misunderstanding.
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