The Great Bookmark Exchange

New Members Needed!!

2007-11-28T08:51:00.001-08:00

Hi everyone!!

Do you know anyone who would enjoy swapping books and bookmarks with us?? Give them the blog URL, and I'd be happy to invite them to join us!!!

We need some new blood to perk the swap back up again. Several active members have dropped due to family/personal reasons, and with the group being on hold while I was ill, things have just gotten really quiet around here.

If you're interested in joining, just click the links for the member's survey, and information on the swap on the right, and jump right in!!

If you're interested in having a new swap partner, post a comment here, or send me an email. As soon as I get enough response, I'll post new swap partners.

Hugs! Juli

Joan's Leaving

2007-11-17T09:37:00.000-08:00

Hey all,

We've had some pretty big things come up here in the last few weeks, so I'm going to have to pull out of the group for a while.

I just wanted you all to know how much I've enjoyed swapping with you -- each and every one of you I've had the pleasure of swapping with has been a delight.

And I think Juli does a fabulous job organizing and running things (KUDOS to Juli!).

I just have to pull out to focus on things here.

But keep reading and crafting! And enjoy each other!

Thanks for privilege of participating these last few months.

Blessings to you all,
Joan

Package Sent

2007-11-05T08:00:00.000-08:00

Hey, Juli,

Just wanted you to know my exchange package to Joanne went out today. :o) I'll be away for the next week, but I thought you'd like to know (I e-mailed Joanne, too, to let her know to expect her package from me shortly).

Happy Autumn!

Joan

October Swap - Partners assigned!!

2007-10-05T06:16:00.000-07:00

So far, those who have contacted me wanting partners are:

Joan
Joanne
Christine K.

So here are the partner's for the Oct. Swap:

Christine K. sends to Juli
Juli sends to Christine K.
Joanne sends to Joan
Joan sends to Joanne

If anyone else is interested in swapping, just let me know!!! Trade information with your partners (addresses, preferences, etc). Packages need to be received by 11/10. Once your partner receives their package from you, you can swap again anytime you are ready. :)

ROLL CALL

2007-10-01T13:21:00.001-07:00

I have sent out an email to all members of the swap that I have email addresses for......

Please all members who are interested in staying in the group and swapping, post a comment to this post, or post a separate message letting us all know you are still here.

If you'd like an October bookmark partner, please post a comment and let me know.

Just a reminder -- all packages must have 1 handmade bookmark (any craft), and at least 1 gently used paperback or hardback book. You can decide to send more than the minimum, but just remember that if you don't arrange it beforehand with your partner, they might not send any extras.

Hugs! Juli

Update!

2007-09-26T01:37:00.000-07:00

OK.....the surgery is all over with. I've been home for a week now, and doing fine. For anyone facing a total hysterectomy, I recommend the DaVinci robotic laproscopy method. Much less invasive -- I have six small 1/4 to 1/2 inch incisions at the top of my belly and that's it. And the recovery time/pain, etc is much much less than a full abdominal incision. Much less chance of infection, etc. I was home from the hospital in one day. Completely off pain meds in less than a week. I still have to be careful about lifting, and overdoing, but this is sooooooo much less painful than my c-section 3 years ago.

I'm going to take it easy until mid October. I'd like to re-start this group then. I'll email everyone that's a member here and see who is still interested in swapping.

Sorry that the group had to go on hiatus like that for awhile. I was in constant pain, and I just had to take some irons out of the fire.

It was a blessed moment when I woke up from surgery and that deep pelvic pain I'd had for months was just GONE. Oh, happy day!!!! And even better -- all of the icky stuff causing the problem was totally benign!! :) They had the lab results already when I woke up from the anesthetic. Great doctor, great support staff, great hospital! :)

Hugs! Juli

Group on Hold for a little while

2007-08-02T17:47:00.000-07:00

Sorry that I have been absent off the group for a little while.

The group is going to have to go on break for a little while, due to some health problems I am dealing with right now.

After suffering heavy bleeding non-stop for nearly 2 months, I went into the doctor this week. It's a more serious problem than I thought, and I have to have a biopsy done in a few days, with surgery to follow most likely.

So, I will not be assigning any partners for this group in August. Things should resume in September, barring any unseen complications. I will let you know if this changes.

Sorry to have to do this......but I know I won't be able to keep track of partners and all that while I'm getting all this taken care of.

If you need anything, or have questions, please feel free to email me at juliwyant@bellsouth.net

Thanks everyone!!

Want a new partner???

2007-07-24T14:12:00.001-07:00

Those who want new partners so far are:

Joan
Joanne
Lucy
Sue S.

Anyone else?? i will be assigning new partners on Friday. :)

Hugs! Juli

Hi gals -- sorry for being AWOL

2007-07-15T17:38:00.000-07:00

I'm back! I got sidetracked by summer stuff, teenagers and a 3-year old. Plus, I started a new diet/exercise program that took up a lot of my time, until I got used to the way it works. I just haven't had much online time for the last couple of weeks......I apologize to everyone.

I'm back now!!!

Please......if you want a new partner, post a comment to this post, or email me. I will assign new partners in the next couple of days.

Here's a swap update:

Ready for new partners:

Joanne
Joan

Anyone else???

Current Swaps:

Michelle H. sends to Joanne (3/26) - not sent. Removed from group - 7/15. *Lucy sent replacement pkg. Received. Done.*

*Christine sends to Kris. Kris sends to Christine - (4/30) - both sent and received. Done*
Pancy sends to Jill - (4/30) - Sent* Received????
*Jill sends to Joan - (4/30) -Sent and Joan Received. Done.*
*Joan sends to Pancy (4/30) - Sent and received. Done *

*Kristyn sends to Juli. Juli sends to Kristyn (4/30) - Both sent and received. Done.*

*Lucy sends to Wendi (5/12)Wendi sends to Lucy (5/12) - both sent and received. Done. *

Juli? You okay out there?

2007-07-13T16:54:00.000-07:00

Hi Juli,

Just checking in to make sure all is well. I haven't heard or seen anything about the next swap, though your call for partners went out over a month ago.

And I checked with Pancy, and she did receive my package quite a while ago (in May), but it's still not showing as "received" on the last swap update (again about a month ago).

I'm just concerned -- it's not like you to go so long without posting.

Anybody out there know anything?

I hope you're well, safe, and healthy (you and your loved ones).

Just wanted to check in.

Thanks,
Joan

2007-07-12T22:28:00.000-07:00

Lucy sent me this and more way back in June and I'm just getting to post it now. Notice her beautiful cross-stitch handiwork. The mini M&Ms have been carefully chilled and S-L-O-W-L-Y doled out on especially hot days to various members of my family. We try to savor our sugar, otherwise my kids go nutso with sugar high.

I love the bookmark, and my oldest keeps holding it and carrying it around and wrapping it around her hands so I have to keep retrieving it and reminding her that it is for books not hands. Those are her favorite colors and it is also very soft. The book, by the way, was GOLD. I read the whole thing the very day it arrived.

Thank you, Lucy!

I'm sooooo lucky!

2007-06-21T20:36:00.000-07:00

I'm so fortunate to have such a wonderful, genuine friend...and she also happened to be my most recent swap partner (thanks Julie!) Kris surprised me with SO MANY goodies today,.. way over the top. She gave me TWO great books, Knit One, Felt Too and Cast's Off, the Yarn Harlot's Guide to the Land of Knitting that I will enjoy while eating the yummy chocolate covered raspberries! AND THEN she sent me home with not one, not two, but three skeins of beautiful Noro multi-colored yarn for me to try making my first felted bag! Thank you so much.
Always grateful to call you my friend,
Christine

Lucy's pkg arrived today

2007-06-20T10:57:00.000-07:00

Thank you for the beautiful bookmark, sachet, candies and paperback book

Lookie what I got!!!

2007-06-17T19:24:00.001-07:00

And I got it from Wendi!! Thanks Wendi!!! My Sweetie Man and I laughed out loud at the little crab bookmark cause that exact same evening he bought crab legs (my favorite meal) for dinner! That bookmark is just so adorable. My son was eyeing up the chocolate but I wouldn't let him sample it till I took my picture! I just ran out of notepaper also so that was another perfect goodie! And of course....who doesn't like a new book to read!!!! Thanks so much again!!! I've sent out two packages this week...one for Wendi and one for Joanne! Get ready to attack the mailman, girls! Hope you enjoy them!

Swap Updates!

2007-06-12T10:01:00.000-07:00

Ready for new partners:

Joanne
Joan

Anyone else???

Current Swaps:

*Joanne sends to Lucy (3/26) - sent and received. Done.*
*Lucy sends to Michelle H. (3/26) - sent and assumed received. Done*
Michelle H. sends to Joanne (3/26) - not sent (6/15R). Lucy sending replacement pkg.

*Christine sends to Kris - (4/30) - sent and Kris received. Done*
Kris sends to Christine - (4/30) - soon
Pancy sends to Jill - (4/30) - Sent
*Jill sends to Joan - (4/30) -Sent and Joan Received. Done.*
Joan sends to Pancy (4/30) - Sent
*Kristyn sends to Juli (4/30) - Kristyn sent and Juli received. Done*
Juli sends to Kristyn (4/30) - Soon

Lucy sends to Wendi (5/12)
Wendi sends to Lucy (5/12)

My Package from Jill!

2007-06-12T07:48:00.000-07:00

Just look at the delightful loot I received in the package Jill sent me (from Kansas) that arrived yesterday!

I'm really looking forward to reading something of Joyce Carol Oates (never have, but others have recommended her to me, too). Jill sent The Tattooed Girl and highly recommends it. M&Ms are always a hit. The finger light (show in plastic packaging above), and "Books I've Read" journal will come in handy. And when I get done with the Hitchcock mystery magazine, I'll pass it to my 84 yo mother (a real Hitchcock fan).

And, of course, one can never have too many bookmarks, eh!

Check out what Jill made this time. It's really cool - just craft wire and beads, but really effective. I love it:

Thanks so much, Jill!

And, Pancy, your package went out Priority Mail this morning. I'm soooooooo sorry to be so late, but thanks for your kind understanding and patience.

Blessings to you all!
Joan

Who is ready for a new partner???

2007-06-08T07:14:00.000-07:00

Anyone ready for a new partner???? Let me know, and I'll start making a list!!

Hugs! Juli

Thank you Kristyn! :)

2007-06-08T05:43:00.000-07:00

Yesterday I received a package from Kristyn!

She sent me "Skeletons'' by Kate Wilhelm, some wonderful Hershey's sugar free chocolate (I shared it with the kids....that's why the bag isn't in the photo), some awesome Stash Tea, and a bookmark made with pretty variegated SNC cotton.

Thank you Kristyn!!

The book sounds like a fabulous creepy read! This is what is says on the back cover:

"Lee Donne is an appendix of a family of overachievers. Her mother has three doctorates, her father is an economics genius, and her grandfather is a world-renowned Shakespearean scholar. After four years of college and three majors, Lee is nowhere closer to a degree. With little better to do, she agrees to house-sit for her grandfather.

"But the quiet stay she envisioned ends abruptly when she begins to hear strange noises at night. Something is hidden in the house...and someone is determined to find it. Suddenly, Lee finds herself caught in a game of cat and mouse, the reasons for which she doesn't understand. but when the FBI arrives on the doorstep, she realizes that the house may hold dark secrets that go beyond her own family. And that sometimes, long-buried skeletons rise up from the grave.....''

Oh creepy big time!!! I can't wait to read it!!!

**And Kristyn, I apologize for your package being late. I will have it in the mail on Monday. The teenagers absolutely bled us dry money-wise for the past month, and I didn't have any free cash to spend on postage. Gee, teenagers are expensive! But the summer is here -- no more school fees!!**

Swap Updates! :)

2007-06-08T05:32:00.000-07:00

Joanne sends to Lucy (3/26) - sent and received.
Lucy sends to Michelle H. (3/26) - sent and assumed received.
Michelle H. sends to Joanne (3/26) - not sent. Lucy sending replacement pkg. (6/15 R)

Christine sends to Kris - (4/30) - sent and Kris received.
Kris sends to Christine - (4/30) - soon
Pancy sends to Jill - (4/30) - Sent
Jill sends to Joan - (4/30) -Sent
Joan sends to Pancy (4/30) -
Kristyn sends to Juli (4/30) - Kristyn sent and Juli received.
Juli sends to Kristyn (4/30) -

Lucy sends to Wendi (5/12)
Wendi sends to Lucy (5/12)

Two partners? Lost email

2007-06-03T15:28:00.000-07:00

Lucy, are you doing two bookmark swaps at the same time??? Wow. You busy!

I can't find your emai on your blog or in my old email. Sorry. Can you send me again. Thanks!

Wendi

P.S. I got stuffs for you today but gotta work on that bookmarker. Here is teaser pic.

Swap Update!

2007-05-30T06:30:00.000-07:00

CURRENT SWAPS:

Joanne sends to Lucy (3/26) - sent and received.
Lucy sends to Michelle H. (3/26) - sent and assumed received.
Michelle H. sends to Joanne (3/26) - not sent. Lucy sending replacement pkg.

Christine sends to Kris - (4/30) - sent and received.
Kris sends to Christine - (4/30) - soon
Pancy sends to Jill - (4/30) -
Jill sends to Joan - (4/30) -
Joan sends to Pancy (4/30)
Kristyn and Juli (4/30) - Juli will be sending 5/31

Any updates on these swaps gals??

Lucy sends to Wendi (5/12)
Wendi sends to Lucy (5/12)

Swap Package from Christine Received!

2007-05-23T12:36:00.000-07:00

For May's swap, Christine and I were swap partners. We're good friends to begin with, and she surprised me with a cute tote filled with these goodies! Kaffe Fassett's book: Kaffe's Classics (knitting patterns...I love his colors), See's lollipops, Cosmo flower seeds, a fat quarter of socks fabric (which I will sew into a sock project bag), a Fusion tea bag, AND she handcrafted a wonderful Leetle Bag of Japanese fabrics!!!!!! It's a beautiful small bag, perfect for small knitting projects and it's also lined with a cream kimono fabric. Thank you, Christine! (You'll be getting YOUR goodies next week!)

I'm such a procrastinator....

2007-05-15T18:22:00.000-07:00

Thanks, Joanne, for the great package you sent me! The bookmark is so pretty...the picture doesn't show it nearly as well...a beautiful job. Can't wait to try the teas and....the sachet...mmmmmmm....it smells divine!!!! Gotta find just the right place for that one!! Thanks again!

Swap update! :)

2007-05-12T07:56:00.000-07:00

New Partners:

Lucy and Wendi (5/12)

Current Swaps:

Michelle H. sends to Joanne (3/26) - sent???
Joanne sends to Lucy (3/26) - Joanne sent. Lucy Received.
Lucy sends to Michelle H. (3/26) - Lucy sent. Received???

**Swaps dated 3/26 were to be completed by 4/26. Please send ASAP**

Christine and Kris (4/30)
Pancy sends to Jill (4/30)
Jill sends to Joan (4/30)
Joan sends to Pancy (4/30)
Kristyn and Juli (4/30)

Excuse the Interuption.....

2007-05-06T07:52:00.000-07:00

.......and the off subject post......but.....

There's a new "swap'' group I thought members here might be interested in...

It's called the "Unswap''

www.unswap.blogspot.com

I know we all buy gorgeous yarns, neat patterns, etc and spend a lot of time making gorgeous handmade goodies.....then we box them up and send them to someone else. Exchanges are a lot of fun.....but many of us never seem to find the time to make something awesome for ourselves!

So......the Unswap! You gather the yarn, pattern, notions, other goodies......make something gorgeous....and, send it TO NOBODY. It's yours!

No deadlines. No postage. No stress. No hassle. It's a labor of self-love. :) And a great excuse to grab that special yarn you've been eyeing, or to finally make that one project you've had in mind for a long time....

Members of the group will post photos/messages to the blog about what they're working on, their progress, etc......and group members will also be able to help with pattern questions, give advice on yarns, etc. It's a great way to make some new crafty friends, or enhance friendships with folks you already know, and have fun making something nice for yourself! :)

Instructions for joining the group is on the group blog.

Ok.....I'm done interupting bookmark chat now! :)

Hugs! Juli

New Partners!

2007-04-30T20:07:00.000-07:00

Here's the new partner assignments:

Christine and Kris

Pancy sends to Jill
Jill sends to Joan
Joan sends to Pancy

Kristyn and Juli

Address information will be emailed to you. Please send your survey answers to your partners!

Packages need to be in the mail by May 30th! :)

Hugs! Juli

package recieved

2007-04-26T18:52:00.000-07:00

just wanted to let you know I got the package from shannon today I cant wait to start the book it is called Knit two together, i got stitch markers that she made from beads, a beaded bookmark, some tea, a skein of knitpiks yarn which i have never used before, and some peppermint sticks. Thanks again Shannon.

I also got an email from her saying that she got mine today as well. Thanks.

Swap Update!! :)

2007-04-26T01:23:00.000-07:00

**Who is ready for a new partner???**

Christine
Kris
Pancy
Jill
Joan
Kristyn
Juli

If you want a new partner and you aren't listed, just leave a comment on this post, or email me.:)

Current Swaps:

Shannon and Andrea (3/26) - Both sent and received.
Michelle H. sends to Joanne (3/26)
Joanne sends to Lucy (3/26)
Lucy sends to Michelle H. (3/26)

Jill (newbie) and Kris (3/05) - Both sent and received.
Christine and Wendi (3/05) Both sent and received.
Juli and Joan (newbie) (3/05) - Both Sent and received.

Juli's Package Arrived!

2007-04-25T10:42:00.000-07:00

Ohboyohboyohboyohboy. :o)

Juli's package arrived today. And look at what she sent:

I've never seen Steinbeck's Travels with Charley, so I can't wait to read that one (not to mention that one of the goals I set this year was to read more "classic" works). :o) I'm sure I'll enjoy the others, too, but I'm really excited about Steinbeck's book.

And look at her needlework! I'm so impressed.

I really like the paper art bookmarks, too (the three in the bottom right of the photo -- neat ideas!).

I read so many books at one time, I'll use them all!

So now all I have to do is make a cup of tea (with the tea bags Juli enclosed), pop in a few pieces of gum (from the Dentyne ice pack), and start reading!!!

Juli, thank you so much. You're a sweetheart (and you've been sick, no less). Bless your heart.

I'll enjoy all very much!

Thanks again,

Joan

Shannon

2007-04-24T08:37:00.001-07:00

okay package is off and sent to shannon today 4/24. Let me know when you get it shannon. Andrea

bookmark

2007-04-24T05:57:00.000-07:00

when r bookmarks supposed to be sent-
i also noticed my name was in black ink-
i have a bookmark prepared but not sure when it needed to sent out.

joanne aka jpr54_

Swap Update!

2007-04-23T10:36:00.000-07:00

**Who is ready for a new partner???**

Christine
Kris
Pancy
Jill
Joan

If you want a new partner and you aren't listed, just leave a comment on this post, or email me.
:)

Current Swaps:

Shannon and Andrea (3/26)
Michelle H. sends to Joanne (3/26)
Joanne sends to Lucy (3/26)
Lucy sends to Michelle H. (3/26)

Jill (newbie) and Kris (3/05) - Both sent and received.
Christine and Wendi (3/05) Both sent and received.
Juli and Joan (newbie) (3/05) - Joan Sent. Juli Received and Sent. (Joan's Package is in the Post).

Ready for a New Partner!

2007-04-21T09:39:00.000-07:00

Hey, again, Juli!

So glad you're back. :o)

I'm ready for a new partner (though being partners with you has been a delight, and I hope to stay in touch with you anyway!!!!). :o)

So count me in for the next round.

Thanks again,
Joan

I got a great package!

2007-04-20T18:37:00.000-07:00

My package actually made it awhile ago. I forgot to post here although I did post on my blog. But I'll share the picture of all the great stuff. I'm making good use of my bookmark.

And I'm ready for another partner. This was a lot of fun! And I'm glad that my partner liked her package. Sounds like it came at the right time.

Big thank you.....and an apology

2007-04-20T13:50:00.000-07:00

I just realized today that I never posted a picture of the wonderful bookmark swap package that Joan sent me!! Above is a photo of the great books she sent me....the one on the left is one she wrote! :)

She also sent 2 packages of coffee,, a packet of almonds and 2 candy bars, plus several bookmarks!!! :) Thank you so much Joan! I'm so sorry it took me so long to get a picture up to show everyone. I was sick....then the computer went down....then I was sick again. Ugh! I'm just now catching up with everything.

And.....I owe Joan an apology. With being ill and having PC problems, I am late in mailing out her package. I'm sorry Joan. The good news is that your package is all ready to go, and will be going out in Saturday's mail by Priority Post so it should be arriving to you very soon!!!

Again, I apologize for its lateness.

Hugs! Juli

Update on Swaps! :)

2007-04-20T13:39:00.000-07:00

Sorry for the delay in updating swap information. I was sick, then the computer went down, and then I was sick again.......ugh. Feeling better now.....and trying to get caught up on things!

**Who is ready for a new partner???**

So far I have:

Ready for New Partners:

Christine
Kris
Pancy

If you want a new partner and you aren't listed, just leave a comment on this post, or email me. :)

Current Swaps:

Shannon and Andrea (3/26)
Michelle H. sends to Joanne (3/26)
Joanne sends to Lucy (3/26)
Lucy sends to Michelle H. (3/26)

Jill (newbie) and Kris (3/05) - Jill sent. Received?? Kris sent and received.
Christine and Wendi (3/05) Both sent and received.
Juli and Joan (newbie) (3/05) - Joan Sent. Juli Received. (Joan's Package is ready for the mail)

Thanks Wendy!

2007-04-19T15:50:00.000-07:00

Sorry for not posting a picture, but I wanted to thank Wendy for being such a great swap partner.
She sent me the most beautiful, delicate knitted bookmark, some treats for my big kiddos (actually my son ate them all!), wonderful Kona coffee (definately a favorite:) and a package of pretty origami papers. We are planning a trip to Japan this summer, so we have been trying to 'get in the mood' by enjoying traditional Japanese crafts....so thanks so much again. We both know that we share great taste in books....we almost sent each other the SAME book. Michael Crighton is great. It was a pleasure.

FYI to Jill - I am ready to be included in the next round of swaps whenever it comes around.

Christine

Ready to Swap Again

2007-04-18T20:11:00.001-07:00

Hi Juli,
I'm ready to swap again whenever you match up swappers. Thanks,
Kris

Received from Christine

2007-04-18T17:40:00.000-07:00

Ooooooo, Christine, I love the goodies! The bookmarks are beautiful! That's so funny that we almost sent each other the same book. Of course the cookies were half gone in five minutes, so was the tea for that matter. Yummos! I've been looking for adequate ground cover for our desolate yard. The wildflower mix is perfect! And yarn! Ah, yarn. YARN! I'm thinking, knit bacteria, a fish...You watch, some interesting critter will soon emerge. Thank you so much!

I had to take separate pics of the bookmarks to post because they are so NEATO! I want to put the fiber one in a page protector, it's so pretty.

Michael Crichton is always a favorite for me.

Many mahalos,
Wendi in HI

Thank You, Jill!

2007-04-18T15:16:00.000-07:00

I received a lovely box from Jill today! Thank you! I opened it after returning from the Periodontist, where I had a tooth extracted. What a nice surprise!
Jill sent to me: Sense and Sensibility (my favorite author...Jane Austen) a knitting mystery book by Mary Kruger (can't wait to read it) a selection of mysteries, an awesome reading light (when I like to read late into the night, and hubby prefers lights off), a cute lamb PEZ candy dispenser, and an "I Love Reading" booklet of stickers...wait until my 8 yr old sees them. :) Oh, let's not forget the cute Kansas postcard and the beautiful papercrafted bookmark. The bookmark has already found a home in my Sensational Knitted Socks book.
Again, thanks so much, Jill! I'll try to take a photo tomorrow when the light is better.

Offline for a couple days.....

2007-04-08T07:14:00.000-07:00

hi gals! Just wanted to let you know that I will be offline for a couple of days. Our computer is having major problems. I just finally got it up and going temporarily to come on to post messages....it has to go into the shop for a reformat on Monday.

As soon as we get it back from the shop, I'll be back online and can update swap info and answer emails, etc. :)

Joan -- I received your package!!! Oh my! I love everything!!! Your package is ready to go, and is sitting on my dining room table. I can't get into the database or anything on this silly computer to get your address.....the documents are all backed up though. So, as soon as I get this back, and my handy-dandy MS Office is reinstalled, I will be able to address your package and send it on its way. I'm sorry it's going out late....I got behind because of a severe cold, then the computer crashed......ARGH! lol. I will send you a delivery confirm # when I get your package in the mail to you. :)

Hugs! Juli

Pkg Sent!!!

2007-04-02T06:28:00.000-07:00

Hi Juli,

Package to Jill was actually mailed to her this morning, 4/2. I forgot about it last week! Just wanted to keep you updated. Thanks again for hosting this swap! :)
Kris in NH

I' m ready!

2007-03-30T15:55:00.000-07:00

Hi guys!
Juli, I am ready for a partner next time you are ready to assign! I was forgetting to check the blog! Sorry!
Pancy

Hi Jill!

2007-03-26T13:46:00.000-07:00

Hi Jill,

Your bag of books and goodies is ready for the post! (I had to take my dog to the vet today unexpectedly~) Hope you enjoy it...it goes out by mail tomorrow. :)
Kris

Update! :)

2007-03-26T13:32:00.000-07:00

New Partners:

Shannon and Andrea
Michelle H. sends to Joanne
Joanne sends to Lucy
Lucy sends to Michelle H.

Current Exchanges:

Jill (newbie) and Kris (3/05)
Christine and Wendi (3/05) **Note Change**
Juli and Joan (newbie) (3/05)

Thank you, Evelyn!!!

2007-03-23T17:49:00.000-07:00

Does this scream SPRING or what???? Great package, Evelyn! Before I even opened the card she sent and was checking everything out, I thought to myself, what a perfect Spring package....and sure enough after reading the card, that was Evelyn's theme!

I recieved chocolates, flower seeds which I definately will plant in my garden, a beautiful delicate knitted bookmark (I don't have any knitted ones either) an adorable lamb pen, a knitted flower pin which will adorn a purse I'm making, some cute stationary and of course a book entitled "Knitting" A Novel...how cool is that! Thanks again, Evelyn....you made a great partner!

New Member

2007-03-23T11:30:00.001-07:00

Please welcome our newest member, Joanne!

Welcome to the group! I'm sure you'll enjoy swapping with us!

Hugs! Juli

UPDATE

2007-03-23T11:08:00.000-07:00

Ready for new partners:

Shannon
Michele H.
Andrea
Joanne

Anyone else ready to swap again???? I will be assigning new partners this weekend. Just leave a comment or email me if you want to be added to the list. :)

Swap Updates:

All swaps assigned 1/21 - Completed.

All swaps assigned 2/04 - Completed. One non-sending member removed from group. :(

Lucy and Evelyn (2/13) - Lucy sent. Evelyn rec

**Andrea and Briana (2/13) - Both sent and rec.**
**Lene and Juli (2/13) - Juli - Both sent and received.**

**Swaps assigned 2/13 and not sent are late. Please send ASAP!**

Jill (newbie) and Kris (3/05)
Amanda (newbie) sends to Christine (3/05)
Christine sends to Wendi (newbie) (3/05)
Wendi sends to Amanda (newbie) (3/05)
Juli and Joan (newbie) (3/05)

Thank you Lene!

2007-03-23T11:02:00.000-07:00

I can finally post a picture of the great puffy I received from Lene recently. I had to replace the memory card in my digital camera! I can take pictures again! :)

Lene sent me a nicely crocheted bookmark with 3 Hamish McBeth books by M.C. Beaton.

There used to be a Hamish McBeth television show on BBC....I loved it! I wish BBC-America would put it back on in reruns. I really liked the characters! :)

Thank you Lene! :)

Amanda, where are you?

2007-03-20T11:31:00.000-07:00

I haven't heard anything from the person I am supposed to send to. What should I do? I don't know her preferences. I've emailed and checked her site to make sure she's still online, but no dice. Any ideas? Do I send to Christine instead?

Wendi in HI

Thank-you Karla

2007-03-19T12:20:00.000-07:00

I got my package from Karla today thanks so much I love everything there was Dakota Born by Debbie Macomber (one of my fave authors) can't wait too start reading :), a beautiful pink and white heart bookmark, 2 sticker sheets, m&m's, 2 DMC floss in pretty pink and purple, and 3 teas

Update

2007-03-18T12:08:00.000-07:00

Ready for new partners:

Shannon
Michele H.
Andrea

Who else is ready to swap again????

Swap Updates:
Barb and Karla (1/21/07) Barb - sent. Karla - sent and received.
**Samantha and Pancy (1/21/07) both sent and received.**
**Briana and Lucy (1/21/07) - Both sent and received. **

**Shannon and Michele H . (2/04) - Both sent and rec.**
**Christine and Michelle O. (2/04) - both sent and received. **
Amy O. sends to Juli (2/04) - Not sent. ** Amy O. Removed from swap group**
Juli sends to Kris (2/04) - Sent to Kris. **No pkg rec from Amy.**
**Kris sends to Amy O. (2/04) - Kris sent to Amy and rec from Juli.**

Lucy and Evelyn (2/13) - Lucy sent. Evelyn rec
**Andrea and Briana (2/13) - Both sent and rec.**
**Lene and Juli (2/13) - Juli - Both sent and received.**

**Swaps assigned 2/13 and not sent are late. Please send ASAP!**

Jill (newbie) and Kris (3/05)
Amanda (newbie) sends to Christine (3/05)
Christine sends to Wendi (newbie) (3/05)
Wendi sends to Amanda (newbie) (3/05)
Juli and Joan (newbie) (3/05)

I received my swap from Lucy!

2007-03-17T12:41:00.000-07:00

Greetings,

The mailman brought me a package from Lucy that contained a lovely cross-stitch bookmark, The Reader, by Bernhard Schlink, a bag of chocolate caramels (already almost gone), stitch markers, a bejeweled pen, notebook and eye mask! All I can say is wow. This was a lovely swap, and Lucy is awesome.

Thank you, Lucy! I hope you like what I've sent.

Evelyn

Julie

2007-03-15T15:06:00.000-07:00

Hi since Briana got my package I am ready for another swap if there is one available just let me know. thanks.

Andrea

Who is ready for a partner??? And Updates. :)

2007-03-14T07:04:00.000-07:00

Just a quick update. :) And, everyone do me a favor. When you post to the group, please sign your posts with your name so that I know who is posting what. :) If you don't put your name, all I see is your nickname. Since the group has gotten a bit larger, it's hard for me to remember what nickname goes with what person. :)

Ready for new partners:

Shannon
Michele H.

Who else is ready to swap again????

Swap Updates:

Barb and Karla (1/21/07) Barb - sent. Karla - sent and received.
**Samantha and Pancy (1/21/07) both sent and received.**
**Briana and Lucy (1/21/07) - Both sent and received. **

**Shannon and Michele H . (2/04) - Both sent and rec.**
**Christine and Michelle O. (2/04) - both sent and received. **
Amy O. sends to Juli (2/04) - Not sent. No answers to emails. No thank you for Kris' pkg.
Juli sends to Kris (2/04) - Sent to Kris. No pkg rec from Amy.
**Kris sends to Amy O. (2/04) - Kris sent to Amy and rec from Juli.**

**Swaps assigned 2/04 and not sent are late. PLEASE send ASAP!!**

Lucy and Evelyn (2/13) - Lucy sent.

**Andrea and Briana (2/13) - Both sent and rec.**

**Lene and Juli (2/13) - Juli - Both sent and received.**

Jill (newbie) and Kris (3/05)

Amanda (newbie) sends to Christine (3/05)

Christine sends to Wendi (newbie) (3/05)

Wendi sends to Amanda (newbie) (3/05)

Juli and Joan (newbie) (3/05)

got it!

2007-03-13T21:19:00.000-07:00

I received a very nice swap package from my partner. I will post pics as soon as I can!

New Partner.

2007-03-13T14:41:00.000-07:00

I am ready for my next swap. Can I get a new partner?

Another package in the mail....

2007-03-13T06:43:00.000-07:00

Hey Evelyn....get ready to attack the mailman...your package is in the mail!!!! Let me know when it arrives...ENJOY!!!

Swap Updates

2007-03-08T11:43:00.000-08:00

Swap updates:

Barb and Karla (1/21/07) Barb - sent. Karla - sent and received.
**Samantha and Pancy (1/21/07) both sent and received.**
**Briana and Lucy (1/21/07) - Both sent and received. Done. **

Shannon and Michele H . (2/04) Michelle H. sent and rec. Shannon sent.
**Christine and Michelle O. (2/04) - both sent and received. Done.**
Amy O. sends to Juli (2/04) - Not sent. ???? No answers to emails. No thank you for Kris' pkg.
Juli sends to Kris (2/04) Package sent to Kris. No package received from Amy.
Kris sends to Amy O. (2/04) - Kris sent to Amy and received from Juli.**

**Swaps assigned 2/04 and not sent are late. PLEASE send ASAP!!**

Lucy and Evelyn (2/13)
Andrea and Briana (2/13) - Briana sent. Andrea sent and received.
**Lene and Juli (2/13) - Juli - Package sent and rec. Lene - sent and rec. **

Jill (newbie) and Kris (3/05)

Amanda (newbie) sends to Christine (3/05)

Christine sends to Wendi (newbie) (3/05)

Wendi sends to Amanda (newbie) (3/05)

Juli and Joan (newbie) (3/05)

Briana's Package sent

2007-03-08T06:42:00.000-08:00

Hi everyone that just joined you are really going to like it here it is really neat. I just wanted to let you know that I sent out Briana's package today .

Andrea

BARB, READY FOR A NEW BOOK?

2007-03-06T22:17:00.000-08:00

Hi, Barb! I apologize for my lateness, but your book and bookmark puffy is finally on its way to you! I mailed it Tuesday, March 6th. Enjoy it!

New Member from Hawaii

2007-03-05T16:24:00.000-08:00

Aloha! Mom of 2 girls. I'maknitta. Was very impresed by Joan's bio. Whoa. I'm just an attachment parenting, cloth diapering, SAHM.

1. Genre of books I enjoy the most: chick lit, mystery like Dan Brown, or drama like Michael Crichton, silly stuff like Undead and Unappreciated. I mostly listen to stuff on my ipod while I knit, water the yard, wash dishes, knit.

2. Bookmars like best: thin ones, not tasselled (comes off when kids play with them), anything long and fun

3. Favorite colors: Green! Darker purple, red, pastels too. I like lime green too.

4. Colors don't like: not fond of black or white things, former can bleed on to other stuff, latter can show dirt easily

5. Themes I like: knitting! yarn. chocolate. coffee. yarn. crochet. did i say knitting. nature is good too.

6. Themes not like: gruesome stuff not my thing, but then, why would anyone make a gruesome bookmark? i'm thinking monster crochet gruesome, although very interesting, not wanna see in my book all the time

7. Send international: sure, why not.

8. Extra goodies I would enjoy: dark chocolate, yarn, tea. Not gummies or sucking things like lollies or hard candy.

9. Crafts I to use for bookmark: crochet
Craft type I'd like to receive: any, maybe not plastic cuz will be bigger inside a book

10. Allergies: none but cigaretted smoke does bother my nose

11. Allergens I have: none. birdies outside in cage.

Come check out my blog at yarnpornhawaii.blogspot.com.

Welcome to new member!

2007-03-05T14:35:00.000-08:00

Please welcome another new member -- Dani from CA!! :)

Glad to have you join us! Happy Swapping!

Hugs! Juli

Swap Survey!

2007-03-05T14:06:00.000-08:00

For newbies and those who want to update their survey answers, here's the Great Bookmark Exchange Survey. :)

Survey:

1. What genre of books do you enjoy most? (i.e. mystery, romance, horror, historical, biographies, autobiographies, fantasy, sci-fi, etc)

2. What sort of bookmarks do you like best? (long, short, lacy/elegant, fun/cute, corner, tasselled, etc)

3. What are your favorite colors?

4. Are there any colors you don't like?

5. What sort of "theme'' would you like your bookmark to be?

6. Are there any "themes'' that you wouldn't like??

7. Can you send internationally?

8. If your partner wants to send along extra goodies (like tea, candy, cocoa, etc), what do you enjoy? And is there anything you don't like/can't have??

9. What crafts are you going to use to make your bookmarks? Is there a particular craft type you would like to receive? (knitted bookmarks, plastic canvas, etc)

10. Do you have any allergies???

11. Do you smoke, have cats/dogs, or anything that other members might be allergic to??

If you aren't already a member of the swap, this group is an ongoing swap. When someone finishes an exchange, they can request a new partner when they are ready for a new swap! Each swap requires at least one hand-made bookmark, and a gently used book. All swaps need to be completed within 30 days of assignment.

Extra goodies are not required, but can be sent as well. :) Decide on extra things with your partner. :)If you'd like to join the exchange, we LOVE to have new members! Just email me at juliwyant [at] bellsouth [dot] net for more information and instructions on how to signup. :)

Brand New Here: Joan's Intro and Survey FYI

2007-03-05T10:28:00.000-08:00

Hey all!

Just thought I'd introduce myself since I'm new here.

I'm "Joan"or "joanesh" (as I'm variously known on-line), and I live in southeastern PA. I'm a wife (of 25 years) to my best friend (DH), mom to three terrific college-age kids, and "mom" to four Labrador retrievers (yes, four).

I'm also a full-time writer, author of 24 published books (non-fiction), and the 30-hour-per-week Senior Writer for a non-profit organization specializing in life coaching, life-skill development, and mental-health awareness and education.

I enjoy blogging (my most popular blog is LabTails, which captures the lessons I learned from living life with four Labs), and I found this exchange when one of you sweet gals (Jill) posted a comment at LabTails.

I'm delighted to be here and look forward to swapping with you! :o)

So here's my survey (I hope it helps!):

1. What genre of books do you enjoy most? (i.e. mystery, romance, horror, historical, biographies, autobiographies, fantasy, sci-fi, etc) I love (listed in no particular order) a good mystery, an average-person-readable (as opposed to technical) history of a fascinating event (I just finished books on the Great Influenza of 1918 and the Great Mississippi flood -- both of which kept me up late reading), and biographies. Those are the genres I read most. I also enjoy true stories of recent events (like accounts of hiking Mt. Everest, or Bill Bryson's Walk in the Woods about his adventures on the Appalachian Trail), especially anything related to the outdoors.

2. What sort of bookmarks do you like best? (long, short, lacy/elegant, fun/cute, corner, tasselled, etc) Gosh... anything handmade is fun (I really appreciate and value handwork; and I love to see what other people do), or anything "artsy" looking. Shorter in length works better for me since I read so many books at the same time, and long ones tend to get tangled with each other in my book stacks. Anything related to nature is a home-run for me. I'm definitely not a lacy/delicate gal, BUT I love cross-stitch and quilting, especially since I can't do either anymore.

3. What are your favorite colors? Green is my favorite color, but anything with earth tones (rich, deep greens, browns/tans), burgundies (not reds), teals, darker blues (navy) or autumn/harvest colors are just as enjoyable for me.

4. Are there any colors you don't like? purple, pink, red or anything pastel.

5. What sort of "theme'' would you like your bookmark to be? Surprise me! (but here are a few ideas to get you thinking: nature, anything outdoorsy, wildflowers, moose, wild birds, Labrador retrievers, coffee/tea, pottery, writing/reading/book-related, medieval castles, or quotes)

6. Are there any "themes'' that you wouldn't like?? Loud, obnoxious, rude, crass, violent, or offensive (but no one here would do that anyway), cooking or kitchen-related (I'm not a cook!), sports, sports teams, nascar (sorry, just not a fan).

7. Can you send internationally? Absolutely! No problemo. :o)

8. If your partner wants to send along extra goodies (like tea, candy, cocoa, etc), what do you enjoy? And is there anything you don't like/can't have?? I really enjoy a steaming cup of coffee or tea (love 'em both). I am prediabetic, so if sweets are included, they should be sugar free. I love chocolate and am allowed either dark (at least 60% cacao) or sugar free and can indulge a small piece every now and then. I also love almonds. :o)

9. What crafts are you going to use to make your bookmarks? Is there a particular craft type you would like to receive? (knitted bookmarks, plastic canvas, etc) I'll probably be beading or combining beading with macrame (using leather strands). Or, I'll be doing some creative things with photography and laminating the outcomes. :o) My hands just can't do needlework any more (and I work on a computer for my living, so I protect my hands as much as I can).

10. Do you have any allergies??? Perfumes (body fragrances only; candle scents are fine) and cigarette smoke.

11. Do you smoke, have cats/dogs, or anything that other members might be allergic to?? I live and work in a smoke-free environment. We do have one cat and four Labrador retrievers, but none of them hang out in or go near the room where I work.

2007-03-05T00:31:00.000-08:00

New Swap Assignments:

Jill (newbie) and Kris (3/05)
Amanda (newbie) sends to Christine (3/05)
Christine sends to Wendi (newbie) (3/05)
Wendi sends to Amanda (newbie) (3/05)
Juli and Joan (newbie) (3/05)

**If you wanted a new partner and I didn't assign you one, let me know! :)**

Swap updates:
Barb and Karla (1/21/07) Barb - sent. Karla - received and pkg ready to mail.
**Samantha and Pancy (1/21/07) Samantha - sent and received. Pancy - rec and sent. Done.**
**Briana and Lucy (1/21/07) - Both sent and received. Done. **

Shannon and Michele H . (2/04) Michelle H. sent.
**Christine and Michelle O. (2/04) - Christine - sent and received. Michelle O. - rec. and sent 2/12. Done.**
Amy O. sends to Juli (2/04)
Juli sends to Kris (2/04) Package received.
Kris sends to Amy O. (2/04) - Kris sent.

**Swaps assigned 2/04 and not sent are late. PLEASE send ASAP!!**

Lucy and Evelyn (2/13)
Andrea and Briana (2/13) - Briana sent. Andrea Received.
Lene and Juli (2/13) - Juli - Package sent.

Welcome New Members!!

2007-03-05T00:19:00.000-08:00

Please welcome our newest members -- Joan from PA, and Wendi from HI!!! :)

We're glad to have you join us!! Welcome to the group!!

Hugs! Juli

Thank you, Juli!

2007-03-04T10:14:00.000-08:00

I came home from a week away, to find a lovely package from Juli in this swap! I look forward to reading the book while sipping the tea, and I have a cute as a button red knitted bookmark (it's her own pattern!) and two cute cartoon laminated bookmarks...I love them all. I'm a big Pooh fan, too. Thanks again, Juli!

Kris in NH

Thank you Briana

2007-03-01T17:21:00.000-08:00

Oh my what a wonderful surprise I came home to after my bad day at work. I got a great book that I think I am really going to like, the bookmark actually matches the jacket cover, 2 packs of beautiful flower seeds, purple socks I love em, and some cotton yarn, As soon as I can find my camera (darling children) LOL, I will post a pic of all my goodies. I hope to have yours out sat. hon, Ill post when it goes.

I'm ready!

2007-03-01T09:10:00.000-08:00

Yay for partners! I am ready to swap!!

Swaps Update

2007-02-28T04:36:00.000-08:00

Edited 3/01. :)

Ok, the names I have so far for new partners are:

Jill (newbie)
Amanda (newbie)
Christine
Kris

Anyone else?? Let me know. :)

And here's UPDATED swap records:

Barb and Karla (1/21/07) Barb - sent. Karla - received and pkg ready to mail.
**Samantha and Pancy (1/21/07) Samantha - sent and received. Pancy - rec and sent. Done.**
**Briana and Lucy (1/21/07) - Both sent and received. Done. **

Shannon and Michele H . (2/04) Michelle H. sent.
**Christine and Michelle O. (2/04) - Christine - sent and received. Michelle O. - rec. and sent 2/12. Done.**
Amy O. sends to Juli (2/04)
Juli sends to Kris (2/04) Package sent.
Kris sends to Amy O. (2/04) - Kris sent.
Lucy and Evelyn (2/13)
Andrea and Briana (2/13) - Briana sent.
Lene and Juli (2/13) - Juli - Package sent.

Hugs! Juli

2007-02-27T17:39:00.000-08:00

Hi Julie,

I'm ready too!

Christine

Ready for another swap

2007-02-27T10:51:00.001-08:00

Hi Juli,

I'm ready for another swap!

Kris :)

Hi! I'm new here.

2007-02-27T07:30:00.000-08:00

Hi everyone! I'm Jill and I just joined the exchange. I love to read and am always searching for something to mark my spot in a book. Since I'm a librarian, I try hard not to dog-ear pages. I'm one of those people who is usually reading several books at a time. Not sure why that it, but I've done it for years.

When I'm not reading, I'm either working as a reference librarian, in class (working on my second master's degree), or knitting. Being a student again is taking up quite a bit of time, so there really isn't too much reading for fun going on. But spring break is coming up, so I look forward to much needed reading, relaxing, and knitting time!

1. What genre of books do you enjoy most? (i.e. mystery, romance, horror, historical, biographies, autobiographies, fantasy, sci-fi, etc)
I'm pretty eclectic in my taste in books and what I read depends greatly on what catches my eye. I like the older mystery writers like Agatha Christie. I enjoy some horror books and one of my favorite authors is Stephen King. Dean Koontz is another favorite although I would say he's more along the lines of fantasy-suspense. I do like historical fiction as well and recently have been reading books (for class and on my own) that deal with the history of Asian immigrants to America. I like some sci-fi as long as it doesn't try to be too technical. I really am not a fan of romance, so please not Danielle Steel or anyone along those lines. And I'd prefer to stay away from Christian fiction.

2. What sort of bookmarks do you like best? (long, short, lacy/elegant, fun/cute, corner, tasselled, etc)
I don't know that I have a preference here except nothing too bulky. I'm a librarian and try to take good care of my books, particularly the ones that aren't mine.

3. What are your favorite colors?
I like blues, yellows, and purples. But I'm not really fussy when it comes to a bookmark.

4. Are there any colors you don't like?
I don't really like neon colors or bright pastels.

5. What sort of "theme'' would you like your bookmark to be?
I don't know. Whatever my partner wants to make!

6. Are there any "themes'' that you wouldn't like?
I don't think so.

7. Can you send internationally?
Sure!

8. If your partner wants to send along extra goodies (like tea, candy, cocoa, etc), what do you enjoy? And is there anything you don't like/can't have?
I drink tea (but not herbal please!), coffee, and cocoa. I'm a chocoholic and I like black licorice also. I don't like maple sugar candy.

9. What crafts are you going to use to make your bookmarks? Is there a particular craft type you would like to receive? (knitted bookmarks, plastic canvas, etc)
I will use a variety of techniques to make my bookmarks. I like doing papercrafts and a bookmark is the perfect size for my attention span. I may also cross-stitch. I've been wanting to try something with beads and ribbon. And I'm open to receiving anything!

Anyone Ready for a Swap???

2007-02-27T05:07:00.000-08:00

Who is ready for a new partner????!!!!! :)

Got a couple people waiting on new partners.......so just add a comment to this message if you're ready to swap again and I'll get new partners assigned very soon!

Hugs! Juli

Thank You Pancy

2007-02-26T11:18:00.000-08:00

I received my package from Pancy on a dreary Saturday, it brightened my day.

I got two bookmarks, a note pad great for sticking in my purse when I'm at the bookstore and want to write down some book titles to read in the future! I've already dug in to the the licorice. Also included were some tear off knit patterns but I'll need to learn to knit first (it is on my to learn list for this year!) and crocheted hot pad.

Thanks Again Michelle!

2007-02-26T07:08:00.000-08:00

Just to update the sent/recieve list....Michelle sent me a great envelope of goodies; including a yummy rice mix, a great knitting book along with many origami bookmarks, and of course....chocolate :) I don't know how to get a picture up yet, so please bear with me. I am ready to swap again whenever someone is ready!
Christine

Swap Updates

2007-02-25T19:42:00.000-08:00

Hi gals!! Just updating swap records.....if you've sent/received and I don't have it written down, please comment or post and let me know. :) If you have received and haven't posted a thank you.....please say thanks to your partner!!! Not only is it nice, but it lets me know you got your package! :)

Barb and Karla (1/21/07) Barb - sent. Karla - received.
**Samantha and Pancy (1/21/07) Samantha - sent and received. Pancy - rec and sent. Done.**
**Briana and Lucy (1/21/07) - Both sent and received. Done. **
**Swaps assigned 1/21 that haven't been mailed yet are late. Please send them out ASAP**

Shannon and Michele H . (2/04)
**Christine and Michelle O. (2/04) - Christine - sent and received. Michelle O. - rec. and sent 2/12. Done.**
Amy O. sends to Juli (2/04)
Juli sends to Kris (2/04) Package ready. Will be mailed 2/26.
Kris sends to Amy O. (2/04) - Kris sent.

Lucy and Evelyn (2/13)
Andrea and Briana (2/13)
Lene and Juli (2/13) - Juli - Package ready. Will mail 2/26.

Thanks Christine!!

2007-02-18T11:57:00.000-08:00

I got you box Saturday. Thanks! The felted kit is very cool. I love the pretzels and I have never read that book before.

Michelle's Package is on the way :)

2007-02-17T21:11:00.000-08:00

Just an update to let you know that Michelle O.'s package was sent Priority Mail on 2/15. I am ready to swap again if anyone is waiting for a partner!

Trying to stay warm in NH
Christine

Amy's Package is On The Way!

2007-02-17T12:18:00.000-08:00

Amy's package was sent today via priority mail. Enjoy! :) Sorry about the delay, the snow here this past week messed up my errand schedule! Yet, I can't believe I sent it out before the due date. :) Have a great weekend, everyone!
Kris

Hi from a Newbie

2007-02-16T12:04:00.001-08:00

Hello everyone, I am Andrea and so happy to be part of this group I am really looking forward to it. Sorry I havn't posted before now but I could not for the life of me get on here I finally redid everything today so hopefully this will all work, since I couldnt get on here I put the answers to the survey questions on my blog which you can find http://anniescraftcorner@blogspot.com

Thanks Juli for taking the time to explain everything to me, I appreciate it. I look forward to meeting everyone.

Andrea

Hi from a Newbie

2007-02-16T12:04:00.000-08:00

Hi!

2007-02-15T17:05:00.000-08:00

I just joined today. I'm wicked excited. Anyways, here are my answers to the survey.

1. What genre of books do you enjoy most? (i.e. mystery, romance, horror, historical, biographies, autobiographies, fantasy, sci-fi, etc)

I like all kinds of books (I am an English major)! I really prefer fiction over non-fiction, especially mysteries and classics.

2. What sort of bookmarks do you like best? (long, short, lacy/elegant, fun/cute, corner, tasselled, etc)

Any and all!

3. What are your favorite colors?

Greens, Blues, Pinks, Reds - almost all colors.

4. Are there any colors you don't like?

Black and yellow.

5. What sort of "theme'' would you like your bookmark to be?

Surprise me.

6. Are there any "themes'' that you wouldn't like??

Nope.

7. Can you send internationally?

Yep.

8. If your partner wants to send along extra goodies (like tea, candy, cocoa, etc), what do you enjoy? And is there anything you don't like/can't have??

I like almost everything. I drink tea every day, so that is always good. I'm not big on green tea, though. The only candy I don't like is licorice.

9. What crafts are you going to use to make your bookmarks? Is there a particular craft type you would like to receive? (knitted bookmarks, plastic canvas, etc)

I will probably knit or crochet my bookmarks, but it doesn't matter to me what my partner chooses to do for mine.

Hi, all!

2007-02-15T12:24:00.000-08:00

Sorry I didn't post as soon as I joined -- caught some nasty flu from my hubby, and I'm still fightin' it. But I thought I should post my response to the survey here, as well as having posted it to my own blog a while back. ( That's at http://lene.wordpress.com/ if you want to stop by sometime.) I've deleted a couple of mild cuss words from my response when posting it here, although they were in my original post at my own blog -- I try to be polite in other forums but will warn you that I speak with my usual lack of hesitation when on my own blog, in case you do consider visiting.

BOOKMARK SWAP SURVEY:

1. What genre of books do you enjoy most? (i.e. mystery, romance, horror, historical, biographies, autobiographies, fantasy, sci-fi, etc)

I like almost any genre, but tend to read more science fiction and fantasy, non-fiction history and biographies, or other non-fiction.

2. What sort of bookmarks do you like best? (long, short, lacy/elegant, fun/cute, corner, tasselled, etc)

I like them all!

3. What are your favorite colors?

Morning glory blue, peony pink, light lemon yellow, emerald green, deep chocolate brown, midnight blue…

4. Are there any colors you don’t like?

Hmmm. Maybe baby poo brown or potato bug green or battleship grey.

5. What sort of “theme” would you like your bookmark to be?

Surprise me! I’ll enjoy anything you make.

6. Are there any “themes” that you wouldn’t like??

Not really. Just having someone go to the trouble to make something for me, especially if they relax and genuinely enjoy what they’re doing, will bring me pleasure.

7. Can you send internationally?

Not a problem.

8. If your partner wants to send along extra goodies (like tea, candy, cocoa, etc), what do you enjoy? And is there anything you don’t like/can’t have??

I like everything. It shows! I enjoy sweets, coffee, teas, chocolate, vanilla, cinnamon… I swear, I really do like non-food items, too, but you’d never guess it from the way I natter on about edibles.

9. What crafts are you going to use to make your bookmarks? Is there a particular craft type you would like to receive? (knitted bookmarks, plastic canvas, etc)

Well, I do crochet, but I’d like to play with making bookmarks using other types of materials and crafts, too. Whatever seems like fun at the time. As for what I’d like to receive, do I still need to say “anything!?”

Happy to join you! This sounds like so much fun, can't wait to participate.

update on swap

2007-02-13T19:25:00.000-08:00

Just an update! I'll be sending Amy O's package out on Thursday, the 15th...
(and Happy Valentine's Day in a few hours!)

Kris

2007-02-13T02:40:00.000-08:00

Swap Partners:

Lucy and Evelyn (2/13)
Andrea and Briana (2/13)
Lene and Juli (2/13)

Swap Updates:

Barb and Karla (1/21/07) Barb - sent. Karla - received.
Samantha and Pancy (1/21/07) Samantha - sent. Pancy - received.
Briana and Lucy (1/21/07) - Both sent and received.
Shannon and Michele H . (2/04/07)
Christine and Michelle O. (2/04/07) - Michelle sent 2/12
Amy O. sends to Juli (2/04/07)
Juli sends to Kris (2/04/07) Juli - package ready to send 2/13
Kris sends to Amy O. (2/04/07)

Thanks Samantha!

2007-02-12T20:16:00.002-08:00

Hello Eveyone,

Just wantedt o thank Samantha for the book and bookmarks sent. I love them! And the chocolates are already gone and working ont the licorice!! LOL

The pansy notepad and magnets are adorable. I had actually looked at them in a store and almost bought them!!

Thanks a bunch and yours should be on its way this week!!

Hugs!

Pancy

Update on Swaps

2007-02-11T03:53:00.000-08:00

Any updates for these swaps?? If you've sent or received and I don't have it marked, please let me know. Remember to post thank yous! If you post the photo and thanks to your personal blog, please post a link so that everyone can go see what you received from your partner.

Barb and Karla (1/21/07) Barb - sent. Karla - received.
Samantha and Pancy (1/21/07) samantha - sent
Briana and Lucy (1/21/07) - Both sent and received.

Shannon and Michele H . (2/04/07)
Christine and Michelle O. (2/04/07)
Amy O. sends to Juli (2/04/07)
Juli sends to Kris (2/04/07)
Kris sends to Amy O. (2/04/07)

Who is ready for a new swap parter???

So far I have:

Briana
Lucy

And newbies, Andrea, Evelyn and Lene.

Anyone else ready for a swap?? Just leave a comment on this message and I'll add you to the list. :)

New Members!! :)

2007-02-11T03:46:00.000-08:00

Please give a warm welcome to: Andrea, Evelyn, and Lene'!!! I'm sure all 3 of you will love it here!!

Are you gals ready to swap????? :) let me know!

Hugs! Juli

Look what I got from Lucy!

2007-02-09T21:10:00.000-08:00

I am so spoiled! An interesting looking book. A baggie of teas and coffee flavors, lotions, papers, stickers, and best of all a bookmark I am in love with. It has a celtic knot and it is personalized! (it's so hard for me to find anything with my name on it!) I love it! Thank you Lucy. I am ready to swap again. Sign me up!- Briana in AK

Thanks, Briana...

2007-02-07T11:07:00.000-08:00

This is what I received from Briana....

I have already used the note cards and the magnet is on my fridge...a perfect saying I may add. Briana did a decoupage bookmark which is one I don't have ( I love bookmarks probably as much as I love books). She did a great job. I told her in an email that I thought it was really cool that she sent me a book about two Alaskan women....where she is from. It's next on my reading list. I also liked this cause it is a book I may not have thought to read. That's what I love about this exchange....you discover new books and new authors you may not have known about.
Briana, your swap package is in the mail....get ready to attach the postman! Enjoy!

Hello

2007-02-04T16:34:00.000-08:00

Survey:

> 1. What genre of books do you enjoy most? (i.e. mystery, romance, horror,
> historical, biographies, autobiographies, fantasy, sci-fi, etc)

Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Romance and Mystery

> 2. What sort of bookmarks do you like best? (long, short, lacy/elegant,
> fun/cute, corner, tasselled, etc)

Thin, other than that it does not really matter.

> 3. What are your favorite colors?

Blues and greens

> 4. Are there any colors you don't like?

Not really

> 5. What sort of "theme'' would you like your bookmark to be?

Not picky

> 6. Are there any "themes'' that you wouldn't like??

Non that I can think of.

> 7. Can you send internationally?

Yes

> 8. If your partner wants to send along extra goodies (like tea, candy,
> cocoa, etc), what do you enjoy? And is there anything you don't like/can't
> have??

Chocolate, cookies

>
> 9. What crafts are you going to use to make your bookmarks? Is there a
> particular craft type you would like to receive? (knitted bookmarks, plastic
> canvas, etc)

I would most likely be knitting or sewing the bookmark

> 10. Do you have any allergies???

> 11. Do you smoke, have cats/dogs, or anything that other members might be
> allergic to??

> 12. Anything else you want your partner to know??

Can't think of anything right now.

New Swap Assignments!!!

2007-02-04T09:03:00.000-08:00

Here are the new swap assignments!! :) I have sent out address and contact information....if you didn't get the email, please let me know and I will resend.

**If you want a swap partner and I didn't assign you one, please let me know**

We had an uneven # of people wanting partners, so you don't necessarily send to the person who is sending to you.....

SWAPS: Assigned 2/04

Shannon sends to Michele H.
Michele H. sends to Shannon

Christine sends to Michelle O.
Michelle O. sends to Christine

Amy O. sends to Juli
Juli sends to Kris
Kris sends to Amy O.

Hugs!! Juli

sunday book reviews

2007-02-04T08:25:00.000-08:00

Welcome new swappers and....

I've taken to writing up a book review or book recommendation of sorts on my blog here on Sundays. A friend of mine does the same here. She hasn't published hers yet, but I'm sure it will show up soon.

2007-02-03T21:29:00.000-08:00

I hope I did this right. I love to read , swap and craft. I can't wait to get started.

1. What genre of books do you enjoy most? (i.e. mystery, romance, horror, historical, biographies, autobiographies, fantasy, sci-fi, etc)
I like mystery, horror, historical and fantasy the most. I love to read scary stories.

2. What sort of bookmarks do you like best? (long, short, lacy/elegant, fun/cute, corner, tasselled, etc) I am happy with any kind

3. What are your favorite colors?
kelly green, pink, blues
4. Are there any colors you don't like? not really

5. What sort of "theme'' would you like your bookmark to be? I love anything with cats , cute any kind
6. Are there any "themes'' that you wouldn't like?? No
7. Can you send internationally? yes
8. If your partner wants to send along extra goodies (like tea, candy, cocoa, etc), what do you enjoy? tea ,cocoa ,milk chocolate ,fruity candies , kitty toys ,
And is there anything you don't like/can't have??
Don't like peppermint and I cant have artificial sweeteners
9. What crafts are you going to use to make your bookmarks? paper crafting ,ribbon , sewing
Is there a particular craft type you would like to receive? (knitted bookmarks, plastic canvas, etc) I like all kinds

10. Do you have any allergies??? artificail sweeteners ,smoke

11. Do you smoke, have cats/dogs, or anything that other members might be allergic to??
I don't smoke but I do have 5 cats and 3 dogs

Greetings from frigid NH!

2007-02-03T18:07:00.000-08:00

Hi everyone, most of this is new to me, but I know that I love to read, swap, make new contacts and craft most of all, so this should be fun! I'm ready...

. What genre of books do you enjoy most? (i.e. mystery, romance, horror, historical, biographies, autobiographies, fantasy, sci-fi, etc) I'm not big on romance books, but I have loved every Nicholas Sparks book I've ever read. I like contemporary womens fiction like books by Debbie Macomber, but also loved all books by Dan Brown and the few I've read by Dean Koontz. Also like books like Memoirs of a Geisha. Guess I'll read anything recommended except not a fan of sci-fi or fantasy. Oh yeah any of the Chicken Soup for the Soul books are good too. ... Guess I like books.

2. What sort of bookmarks do you like best? (long, short, lacy/elegant, fun/cute, corner, tasselled, etc) I'd like anything that isn't too thick like plastic canvas.

3. What are your favorite colors? Purple (surprise), reds, blues, multi-colored, vibrant

4. Are there any colors you don't like? pastels

5. What sort of "theme'' would you like your bookmark to be? I am open

6. Are there any "themes'' that you wouldn't like?? Negative messages, dark

7. Can you send internationally? Sure

. If your partner wants to send along extra goodies (like tea, candy, cocoa, etc), what do you enjoy? And is there anything you don't like/can't have?? I have no restrictions as far as goodies are concerned (I probably should!) anything chocolate would always be welcome, I like hot beverages like tea and cocoa. I am working on a stash of handmade papers to make collages with, so fibery papers would be great. But most of all, I would love my swapper to share her ideas with me. Any reciepes, quotes, patterns or directions for some craft project that she would like to share.

9. What crafts are you going to use to make your bookmarks? Is there a particular craft type you would like to receive? (knitted bookmarks, plastic canvas, etc) Off the top of my head, I'm thinking about using either collage, decoupage, fabric, or beads/charms on waxed linen (book thongs); it will depend on the preference of my swap partner. I will be grateful for whatever creative inspiration my match would like to share.

10. Do you have any allergies??? Just cats....please do not mail me your cat

11. Do you smoke, have cats/dogs, or anything that other members might be allergic to?? I live in a non-smoking home with an old dog that does not get involved in my crafts whatsoever.

I look forward to swapping!

Christine :)

Another New face!

2007-02-03T17:41:00.000-08:00

Big welcome to Michele H. from CA!! :)

We're glad to have you swapping with us!

Hugs! Juli

Miss Amy O says Hello!

2007-02-03T09:10:00.000-08:00

Hello all and thank you to Juli for inviting me. I love swapping, reading, blogging, and getting crafty so I'm ready to join in the fun!
1. What genre of books do you enjoy most? (i.e. mystery, romance, horror, historical, biographies, autobiographies, fantasy, sci-fi, etc) fiction and non-fiction both (which doesn't really narrow it down!), craft and baking books, classic childrens, not romance or sci-fi, some historical non-fiction
2.What sort of bookmarks do you like best? (long, short, lacy/elegant, fun/cute, corner, tasselled, etc) My favorite is short with no tassel, fun, and handmade. Love knitted.
3.your favorite colors? cherry red, bright pink, turquoise, kelly green
4. Any colors you don't like? Pastels, autumn colors
5.What sort of "theme'' would you like your bookmark to be? Hmm…kitschy and fun or sweet and simple! Birds, deer, and cupcakes are a few fav’s right now.
6. Are there any "themes'' that you wouldn't like? Country cute.
7.Can you send internationally? yes
8. If your partner wants to send along extra goodies (like tea, candy, cocoa, etc), what do you enjoy? And is there anything you don't like/can't have?? Love coffee and tea, chocolate (not hard or chewy candies), beads, tiny scissors…
9. What crafts are you going to use to make your bookmarks? Is there a particular craft type you would like to receive? (knitted bookmarks, plastic canvas, etc) Felt, ribbon, paper, embroidery- not all on the same bookmark!
10. Do you have any allergies??? smoke
or anything that other members might be allergic to?? No pets at my house for the moment and non-smoking

Welcome New Members!!!

2007-02-03T04:20:00.000-08:00

Please welcome Christine from NJ and Amy from CA to our group!!!!

Glad to have you swappin' with us gals!!!

Hugs! :)

Juli