Dear Angels, well the time is almost upon us - your three goodies MUST be in the mail no later than this Friday. If for some reason you are going to be late PLEASE contact your angel and let her know - as long as you have communicated with her I am sure she will be fine about it. With Christmas mail almost upon us be aware that parcels could take up to a month to arrive, if after this time they haven't then you can start hassling me to chase up your angels. I would encourage all of you though to make contact with your partners now by email and either reveal yourselves or at least let her know you have posted her package. I am getting emails everyday from concerned swappers who have had no contact at all from their Angels.
As a reminder the rules of the swap you signed up for (and therefore agreed to) are:
- you must have a blog to participate (this is so we can try and find you when your halo drops, so partners can establish what you like and so you can publicly thank your angel when goodies arrive, and she then knows they have made it) (this does not apply to our 'blogless' list)
You must be willing to partner internationally
- if your packages do not arrive and we cannot locate you your name will be permanently blacklisted from any further swaps and freely given to other swap divas who ask so PLEASE only enter if you are willing and able to complete your commitment. (this does not apply to life’s unexpected happenings – we all understand things happen, but it only takes a quick email to let us know and we will then understand and/or make other arrangements).
-The theme of the swap is Roses so all of the free projects will be small items featuring roses. You don't have to make the free projects but you do need to make three things of choice for your secret Stitcher. To make this fun we will keep your identity a secret! You can reveal yourselves anyway you like at the end of the swap.
-the final deadline for posting will be October 30th
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It is good manners and helps to keep track of things to thank your partner when a parcel arrives. Do this on your blog so she can keep track without revealing her identity. PLEASE PLEASE post your goodies on your blog with a thankyou there and directly to your angel when you know her identity.
Sorry if the tone of this message sounds harsh, but as many of you know a good swap is one where everyone follows the rules and joins in the spirit of the swap. As hostess I hear all the good and the bad and I really want this to be good for you all. I know I am about to be barraged about fallen angels...so am getting in early to encourage you all to make this a great swap.
hugs to all angels out there
Helen
Lots of piccies showing up of all the yummy things flying around the world to you…..
Good morning! Just a note to tell you I sent my package. She should get it in a few days. Sad to say though, I have not heard a word from my angel.
Posted by: Carla | November 07, 2009 at 01:12 AM
I have sent my parcel and received a lovely package from Italy, which I will post about on my blog very soon.
Posted by: Celine | November 04, 2009 at 09:47 AM
c est genialllllllllllllllsuper blog bravo bises jojo
Posted by: jojo | November 03, 2009 at 04:51 AM
A parcel from me is sent away.
Ulla
Posted by: ulla | November 02, 2009 at 11:15 PM
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Posted by: Helen Stubbings | November 02, 2009 at 09:39 AM
Hi Helen, just a quick comment to tell you that yesterday I've sent my parcel to my swap partner. Hope she receive it soon.
Thanks for this beautiful swap! I had so much fun :)
Hope we can swap again next year.
Hugs from Itlay.
Elisa
Posted by: Elisa | October 31, 2009 at 10:59 PM
These swap gifts look amazing, congrats to everyone who participates.
Posted by: Chriss Jasper | October 29, 2009 at 10:30 AM
Helen, THANKS for organizing this wonderful swap. I had so much fun I have already received mine and my swap angel has received mine. I hope everyone gets their present and that you organize it again next year. Thanks
Posted by: Marie Saborio | October 29, 2009 at 12:09 AM
Morning! I received my swap gifts and my person has received hers from me. :) This was so much fun!! Thank you for hosting the swap!! :)
hugs,
dawn
Posted by: Dawn | October 28, 2009 at 10:23 PM
Helen, This is the most wonderful swap! I enjoyed it so much last year and this year is just as fun! I have sent 2 packages to my swap friend, but the last one will be a little late... I have told her in a letter, so I think we're ok about it. I have also received emails from my secret stitching angel and know there's a package on its way. Thanks so much for organising this! There's a small surprise on its way to you (and Mathilda) here from Denmark.
Hugs, Tine
Posted by: Tine D | October 28, 2009 at 07:04 PM
Simply stunning. What lucky recipients.
Posted by: Dolores | October 28, 2009 at 03:55 PM