October Secret Pal Swap Closes September 30th CLOSED
10-21-2011, 06:47 AM
#2051
Power Poster
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: missouri
Posts: 11,244
I like to sit and try new patterns from the internet. I make generic type items. Pin cushions can be any color or multi colored. Little bags for your purse,tissue covers,kitchen items. Then they go in a large tote bag for my secret pals.Then I can just pick out something. Sometimes my pal will like purple so I go see what I have in purple or dogs or cats.Those seem to be popular with most. I love sewing notions themed fabric then I can make something for the sewing room.It saves lots of time and I love making the quick little projects.Then all I have to do is get candy or maybe something personal.This way you are ready for most of your pals package.Mary
10-21-2011, 06:48 AM
#2052
Super Member
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: *where the sun almost always shines*
Posts: 9,325
seriously ladies....you are having so much fun over here. i'm not a participant over here...but i come visit because you make me laugh. the "big girl panties" .are hysterical. (one of my favorite sayings. my sister calls them "man pants"). i love your ideas of "crafting ahead". ie...mug rugs, pin cushions, dotee dolls etc. i look forward to the time that i will be able to participate over here.
10-21-2011, 06:51 AM
#2053
Super Member
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Ohio
Posts: 2,884
Originally Posted by Judith1005
seriously ladies....you are having so much fun over here. i'm not a participant over here...but i come visit because you make me laugh. the "big girl panties" .are hysterical. (one of my favorite sayings. my sister calls them "man pants"). i love your ideas of "crafting ahead". ie...mug rugs, pin cushions, dotee dolls etc. i look forward to the time that i will be able to participate over here.
10-21-2011, 06:59 AM
#2055
Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: Upstate New York
Posts: 634
Originally Posted by Judith1005
seriously ladies....you are having so much fun over here. i'm not a participant over here...but i come visit because you make me laugh. the "big girl panties" .are hysterical. (one of my favorite sayings. my sister calls them "man pants"). i love your ideas of "crafting ahead". ie...mug rugs, pin cushions, dotee dolls etc. i look forward to the time that i will be able to participate over here.
10-21-2011, 08:14 AM
#2057
Swap Hosts
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Long Island, NY
Posts: 8,814
Originally Posted by Moedeenie
Thank You Krystyna! I think this is the same fabric as your Psychedelic Chick! I wish I knew where I bought that fabric, all I had was a FQ...
10-21-2011, 08:14 AM
#2058
Super Member
Join Date: Apr 2011
Location: Peoria, AZ (Vistancia)
Posts: 1,559
Originally Posted by TiltedEars
This was my first time in the swap, but I would be happy to receive anything handmade with a caring heart. Hot pads could be made with nice kitchen-y motifs (I received one with gorgeous pies on it this month) or a seasonal mug rug/coasters. I would never be disappointed that it did not have my "thing" on it.
Originally Posted by grumpy90650
i have a quick question for all you swappers....i always think i will make something for my sp, a mug rug, pot holder, something handmade....but then i wait for my name and then it seems i do not have enough time to make something to her (or his) liking...like if they like butterflies, make a butterfly mug rug.....do ya all just make stuff, and then just send it even if they do not put on their paper they like it? if this is the case, i can start to make a few items, and putting in my sp stash box...your advice is welcomed....thanks in advance...gina
10-21-2011, 08:22 AM
#2059
Swap Hosts
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Long Island, NY
Posts: 8,814
A thread and scrap catcher would be nice, too. My floor is usually covered with thread and lace scraps, although I've started tossing them into a take out dish and when that is over-flowing I have a gallon baggie on a tiny nail and that gets crammed full. My work space is usually too full to have room for anything else.
One thing I LOVE having around is a little scrub brush. I picked one up on sale at ACE Hardware for $1. I give the rug a little rub down so I'm not perpetually jamming the vacuum cleaner with thread wrapped around the brush roller. I think something like that would be a welcome addition to any sewing room!
One thing I LOVE having around is a little scrub brush. I picked one up on sale at ACE Hardware for $1. I give the rug a little rub down so I'm not perpetually jamming the vacuum cleaner with thread wrapped around the brush roller. I think something like that would be a welcome addition to any sewing room!
10-21-2011, 08:25 AM
#2060
Super Member
Join Date: Apr 2011
Location: Peoria, AZ (Vistancia)
Posts: 1,559
Originally Posted by Moedeenie
Originally Posted by Judith1005
seriously ladies....you are having so much fun over here. i'm not a participant over here...but i come visit because you make me laugh. the "big girl panties" .are hysterical. (one of my favorite sayings. my sister calls them "man pants"). i love your ideas of "crafting ahead". ie...mug rugs, pin cushions, dotee dolls etc. i look forward to the time that i will be able to participate over here.
FYI... It looks like the point turner is the must have gift this month and I was lucky to get one of them.
And speaking of crazy chicks I just wanted to say hi to some of them: Candi, Krystyna Thomp, Toomanyufos, and does anyone know where sik has been hiding? I haven't seen her around?
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