News Alert!!!!!

I have a bittersweet announcement to make.

After many long hours of thought, I have come to a very difficult decision concerning Crochetoholic's Swap......I wanted to let everyone know how much I have enjoyed swapping and running this swap, but as the saying goes, "all good things do come to end sooner or later".....with that said......

December will be the last month for swapping here until ???????????....

Crochetoholic is taking a long needed rest from swapping starting January 2009.

It does not mean that the swap will not open up again at a later date.....I just need to take some time off from it. So..... if you want to swap in December go ahead and comment here and I will start a partner's list for the last month of swapping at Crochetoholic's Swap...

When Crochetoholic starts the swap up again you will all be notified by email to see if you are interested in rejoining the swap... [be sure I have your correct emails]

This was a hard decision to make, as I have very much enjoyed knowing each and everyone of you. Even if just in the "blogosphere." Thank you, for all your friendship and support. ...online friends are the best and I hope that you will still visit my blogs and keep in contact with me.....

http://crochetoholic.blogspot.com/ ...my crochet life

http://pbdesigns.blogspot.com/ ....my reading and crafts

http://dabookladysreadinglife.blogspot.com ...my reading life

http://dabookrecipe.blogspot.com/ ...my recipe life

Thank you for being part of the swap and I hope you enjoyed your time at Crochetoholic's Swap!!!!

Welcome to a New Swapper

Welcome to Reina

A little about Renia: "She is a mother of 2 beautiful little girls one is 2 1/2 the other will be 9 in november. She has been married for almost 10 years. She loves to do all kinds of crafts. she is better at knitting than crochet, but not excellent at either(teaching yourself can be very difficult). She loves to sew and has taken part in 4 apron swaps. She also loves to crochet and embroider. She is an avid reader and cook. She is certified to teach cake decorating classes.Like everyone here she loves to swap."

Becky's Wish List

Are you a knitter or crocheter?? CrocheterI love to make..... amigurumi and sweaters
I really want to make......something using thread
My favorite yarns are.....anything softMy wish pattern is......amigurumi or sweater patterns
My favorite hooks or needles are.....I only have metal ones, would like to try some other kinds
I really wish I had.....A needle case
My favorite colors are...Blue, purple and green
My hobbies... reading, crocheting, paper crafting, some jewelry making, learning new crafts
My kitchen theme and colors.. Don't really have any right now..I'm working on it
My bathroom theme and colors... Yellow, blue, white (seashore) and Green, pink, white with a little purple (frogs)
My dislikes....Smoking, Dust, Dirt, Clutter....the typical stuff.
My crafts..what I like....Anything! I enjoy crocheting hair accessories,hand bags,socks and dishcloths/towels. Anything that's unique will appeal to me.I also like cotton thread.I love anything to pamper myself like lipgloss, lotion, shower gel, nail polish...all the girly stuff but I'm allergic to sunscreen so i'd prefer stuff without it. I enjoy fun whimsical socks, clothes and accessories. Actually anything fun and whimsical will find a place in my life! I guess that's all the updates for now!
My allergies...sunscreen
My favorite pets...Dogs
My favorite scents...rose and lavender
My favorite novels or magazines...Beauty, crafts, crochet, papercrafts, Fashion, Historical novels or supsense and mystery
Other stuff about me... I live in the country with my husband, oldest son and a variety of cats and dogs. I'm am always fighting the battle with dust (in the summer) and mud( in the winter). Maybe that's why I dislike them so much! I work in an office and really enjoy using my free time for crafting, reading or pampering myself! I have a vegetable garden in the summer; that's about the only gardening I do because the deer and wild turkeys eat everything else! I've been swapping for quite a few years and have learned to limit myself to just a few swaps at a time so that it continues to be fun and not stressful!

Welcome New Swapper

Welcome to our newest swapper:

Whitney A

A little about Witney:

"She is a mom to four kiddos ages 12,11,8,4 the oldest three are girls and the youngest is a boy. She home schools the children which to her is a grand adventure. She loves to crochet, quilt and sew. She loves to read and frequent 4 libraries. She would love to have a pen pal. She dreams of writing books some day. She has been married to her husband for 15 years and is enjoying every minute of it. She attends a small church in her town, where her husband plays with the praise band. Which, he is also the Awanna commander and she teaches the JV class on Wednesday night. She learned to crochet from her great-grandma and her grandma starting when Ishe was four years old. She would love to learn to knit but never has taken the time to do that"

Whitney you might want to check out my other blog which is for swapping books:

http://dabookswap.blogspot.com/

Thank you Marylyn For my Fantastic July Swap

I wanted to thank Marylyn for the wonderful swap I got this month!!! I got apattern for a bag I really have been eyeing and the needles to put on the bag, the best color, my "fav", burgundy, and

a great knitting novel that I have not read yet and looks good, a cute and pretty cup with some delicious tea bags, a lovely old themed "1940s" post card, sweet smelling lavender, yummy candies, and rubber tips for my needles. Thank you again sooooo much for a great package Marylyn you made my week!!!!

Crochetoholic Debb

July Sign up

Okay gals....SIGN UP FOR July SWAP HERE!!!!

If you want to be in the swap YOU MUST sign up here under the comments and remember to put your name in the comments so I am sure to link the comment to you....

July: Red, white and blue month, Trivia: This is a theory: There was an act that said that the flag of the thirteen United States be the thirteen stripes, alternated with red and white and the union be thirteen stars be white in a bay of blue field that would represent a new constellation. The Continental Congress left no record to show why it chose the colors. However, in 1782, the Congress of the Confederation chose these same colors for the Great Seal of the United States and listed their meaning as follows: white to mean purity and innocence, red for valor and hardiness, and blue for vigilance, perseverance, and justice. According to legend, George Washington interpreted the elements of the flag this way: the stars were taken from the sky, the red from the British colors, and the white stripes signified the secession from the home country. However, there is no official designation or meaning for the colors of the flag. A vexillologist is an expert on flags and ensigns.

You will send your partner:

• Any 1 pattern made of Red, white, and blue colors
• All the yarn needed to complete the pattern
• All the notions needed, including the hook or needles
• A red, white , or blue bag to put the project in [can be handmade or bought]
• A red, white, and blue decoration, stickers, or magnet
• A novelty, costume jewelry red, white, and blue pin
• A surprise gift in the red, white, and blue colors

If you do not comment here you will not be in the swap...

Happy Swapping!!!

Swappers so far:

• Beth R ---Sue P
• Sue P --- Samantha
• Samantha--- Lilli B
• Lilli B ----Debb
• Debb [Crochetoholic] --- Lori L
• Lori L -----Beth R

Partners assigned.....

Package on its Way

Samantha your package will be mailed on Monday....so keep your eyes open....

Sign up for June

Sign up for June

Okay gals....SIGN UP FOR June SWAP HERE!!!!

If you want to be in the swap YOU MUST sign up here under the comments and remember to put your name in the comments so I am sure to link the comment to you....

June = is the beginning of Summer:
Trivia or fact: There's no better crocheting or knitting than crocheting or knitting in natural light. No other season gives us as many natural light hours in a day as summer. Summer's take-along projects can turn into winter's completed holiday gifts


You will send your partner:

1. A pattern for 1 cotton design [cool and fun] Tote Bag for your yarn, or bag, or any item themed after your novel, EX: Gone with the Wind, Harry Potter, Marilyn Monroe, the Devil Wears Prada, think of all the possibilities of a great "summer" read. [ your project will have the colors or style relating to what the book is about]
2. Enough Yarn to complete the project
3. All the notions required
4. The novel to go with your themed project,
5. Something to put in your bag, or go with your project chosen, Ex: folding scissors, measuring tape, hooks or needles, stitch markers, or if something else maybe a vintage style pin with a hat project, or a magnet or key chain or even a DVD, anything themed after your novel. Ohhh what fun!
6. Something sweet or salty
7. Some ice tea mix, with splenda or sweetener, or to go
8. An insulated cup [summer colors]

All packages need to be sent by the end of the month....

If you do not comment here you will not be in the swap...

Happy Swapping!!!

Swappers so far:

• Debbie M
• Beth R
• Robin A
• Deborah S
• Marylyn M
• Kristie W
• Cindy K
• Priscilla

Package Sent Tuesday to Nicole

Hey Nicole be on th elookout for your April package...

Crochetoholic Debb

Alert Swappers

Everyone will get an invite email to a blog page that will be viewed only by our swappers. It is a closed blog page and will have a list of every swappers address for our monthly swaps. Starting in May you will get your partners name on a post here and then you will find their address on the "Swappers" page.

There will be a link to the page in right sidebar on this page. But, remember only those who have accepted the invitation and blog with us will be allowed to view the page. No one else will see or access this page.

So be sure to accept your invite and if you do not get a blogger google invite that email Crochetoholic.

March Swap for Priscilla

WHOOHOO!!! I finally got on to post comments. Thanks for everything Deb!!! Priscilla, I mailed out your box on Monday. It should be there by 3/27. I want you to know that I had so much fun doing this. Enjoy your box!! Hugs Robin

Welcome New Swapper

Wecome new swapper Suzanne!!

A Little about her, "She is new to swapping. She crochets, knits and loom knits. She is a beginner. She works full-time and travels several times a year for business. Her main interest in life is her beautiful 2 1/2 year old granddaughter. She likes to spoil her. She looks forward to making new friends here."

Joann

JOANN I am posting here because I am not hearing from you, did you get my email that says Jessica is not in th eFeb swap and your partner was changed to Laura O????

What is wrong with your email?????

Join Some Other Great Swaps

Do you like Cats? Then Meow your way right over to "Swap n' Tails" for a terrific swap with others who love cats!!

Do you like to read and get new books then join up over at DaBookLadys Swap to have fun swapping with other book lovers!!!

Thank you!!! Jessica For Your Donations

Thank you Jessica for donating yarn for our contest prizes!!!!!!

Hayley's Wish List

Hayley's Wish List...

Are you a knitter or crocheter??
Crocheter & self taught to boot! I can knit... I just taught myself how too...
I love to make.....Pretty much anything. I love working on scarves and I am currently venturing into making a babette blanket. I have made hats and bags too.
I really want to make......A boteh scarf, slipper sock/socks and a bobble (puff stitch purse). Also I would love to make a felted item – what I am unsure.
My favorite yarns are.....
Soft, Chunky, Colourful. I love the bamboo yarns and the yarns that are different thickness throughout.
My wish pattern is......
Boteh Scarf Pattern – Interweave Crochet Spring 2007
My favorite hooks or needles are.....
Metal needles... no specific kind. I like the coloured ones which are heavier. I find the plastic hooks to light and harder to use. I would love to find a great wood or bamboo hook – I have seen them on the web.
I really wish I had.....
My favorite colors are...
Earthy tones – Browns (all shades: dark chocolate to light brown or tan), Greens (funky neons to the deepest greens), gold, copper. Other favs: pinks, purples and blue.
My hobbies...
Crochet, Read, Cooking (want to study to be a Chef) – Food TV is my life, Blog, play field hockey, and snowboard.
My kitchen theme and colors...
I live in a rental – so currently the kitchen is White. But my dream kitchen would be Cranberry Red with quartz countertops, and cream cabinets and hardwood floors. *deep reds and creams or topes.
My bathroom theme and colors...
Leopard Print and once again with the earthy tones.
My dislikes....
Hmm... Acrylic yarns that are scratchy! People who litter, and who don't clean up after their dogs while on walks.
My crafts..what I like....
My allergies...None
My favorite pets...My Scottie – Dexter (8mo) & My Himalayan Pearl (6 yrs) - But I love the Blue Footed Boobie Bird.
My favorite scents...
Vanilla, Gardena, and Lilly's
My favorite novels or magazines...
Mags - Martha Stewart Living, Interweave Crochet, Every Day Food, Food & Drink, Women's Health and Real Simple
Novels - I have too many favourites
Other stuff about me...
I graduate from University this year. I am currently taking a Geography degree with a focus on Environmental Science. I have applied and been accepted to Cooking school, for Culinary Management. I have two pets, Pearl (cat) and Dexter (my Scottie). I love learning new things. I have done a bit of travelling. I lived in the Caribbean for 1.5 years as well I lived in Alice Springs, Australia for 1 year. I love to cook and entertain.

Wish List Attention Cathy T and Beth R

Attention Cathy T and Beth R and the Whole Group:

Some of you have not posted a Wish List either here or on your own blog. If your partner does not have this list then your package cannot be personalized. Also it is a requirement of the swap to post your Wish List. If you are unfamiliar with how to post see the links in the right sidebar on th e"How to Join" page or send your lists to me.

If you do not see it posted within a few days be sure to remind me as I have several people's Wish Lists to post. Or if it is posted on your own blog YOU MUST send me the actual link to your Wish List. Telling me it is on your blog is not going to work as it takes way too much time to search your blog for the post!

This is very important, if you do not see your name on the Wish List please email me to let me know. We are a large group now and I may have missed posting your name...