Halloween Package received

I received my package from Mary today.I love everything she sent,a pattern for a Halloween Bag with a ghost on the front, with the yarn I need to make it,a pattern for a tote bag,which I love making totes and use them all the time,a journal,yarn bobbins,a lint roller,a tube of white tea body lotion,a bottle of body scrub raspberry/peach scented,a classic linen scented candle,a bag of french vanilla coffee,a beautiful black and silver pin,which will go perfect with my black jacket I wear for work everyday,and a very cute witch and a ceramic harvest basket with vegetables.Thank you,Thank you so much Mary A.you have truly spoiled me.I will post a picture later today on my blog if anyone wants to see all my goodies.http://journals.aol.com/jbernardoffice/JudysCrafts

Package Recieved

I got the nicest package from my September swap partner in todays mail. I recieved from Joelle, two large skeins of yarn, enough for a sweater. The pattern, and the needles to make it with. I got a wonderful smelling huge candle with three wicks. And treats and toys for my furbabies. A big thank you to Joelle for sending such a nice package. And my camera has been being finicky lately so I won't be able to take a picture. I think it's time for a new camera. Just know that all is lovely.
Mary A

Dorothy's October Swap Wish List

What a great welcome! I'm very excited about this hat/scarf swap!

My favorite colors are pink, purple, blue, and red. Not necessarily all together at once though.

My hobbies include knitting (of course!), reading, Soduku puzzles

My kitchen theme and colors....I don't really have a theme. But the curtains are blue and white.

My bathroom theme and colors...again, no real theme. However, the color is purple

My dislikes....as related to knitting? There aren't really any. I'm afraid of turtles, and I dislike when people create a lot of drama where there isn't any

My crafts..what I like...I knit, I like to cross stitch, but rarely do these days. I love to cook

My allergies...cats

My favorite pets...We own a fish. I pretty much ignore it. My little ones act like little puppies sometimes, and I love that!

My favorite scents...I love fall scents - pumpkin pie, apple spice, etc.

Other stuff about me...I love to look through knitting magazines, and books. I do some consulting work, but most of my time is spent being a mom and I feel really blessed about that!

Welcome new member Dorothy

Welcome Dorothy!!!

Next 3 Month's Theme's and Sign Ups

I have posted the next 3 month's themes for everyone to look over and decide if they want to sign up for them. Since, it is a busy holiday season I am changing the sign up process and partner assignments a little different. Please indicate in the comments section which months you want to be signed up for and I will add you to the group. I will also be posting partners at the beginning of the month [no later than the 3rd] instead of later in the month, so that packages can be mailed out earlier.

This gives everyone time to enjoy their packages before the holidays. I added in the items to send in November and December that we add a note about our own "holiday" traditions to share with our partners. I thought that it might be fun to share what we all do during those festive times of the year. And those who do not celebrate can share what they normally do, too. If any of you have any questions just email or post your comments.

And remember to post those pictures so that you can be in the contest to win an extra little something. Happy Swapping !!!!

A Note on Monthly Winners

To my "tardiness" I must apologize for not announcing and mailing out the June Tote Bag Kit Swap package contest winner and prize. So I am officially announcing it now...it was a tie and so I pulled a name out of the hat. 1st runner up is Judith and she will receive a small token and the winner is ....

Mary Blume...Hip Hip Hip Hooray!!!!!

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And for this month the last week is approaching so everyone should be getting those packages ready to mail this last week in Septemeber. Be sure to post your pictures and also let your partner know when you have mailed it out..

Partners are Assigned

Here are your September Partners. You will get a separte email with your partners address. Rmember to check out your partners wish list for ideas and try and follow the theme as stated on the Septemeber theme page. All swaps are to be mailed by September 30th. Please contact your partner and let them know you are out there and also let them know when you mail their package so they can be on the look out for it. If you have any other questions and concerns just email me. Also if for some reason you cannot send out your package please notify me immediately so that an angel can be assigned.

Happy swapping ladies!

• Debb..... .....Cathy T
• Cathy T...... Shawnee
• Shawnee.... Laurie C
• Laurie C .....Sabrina
• Sabrina ......Joelle
• Joelle .........Mary A
• Mary A .......Judy B
• Judy B ........Mikey
• Mikey ........JoAnn
• JoAnn .......Monique
• Monique.... Shanda
• Shanda .....Robin
• Robin .......Charity
• Charity..... Christine
• Christine.... Debb