Patchwork Swap: NOW CLOSED

Update: The swap is  now closed- I have received a ton of emails and that’s enough to organize! IF you commented but did not send me an email, I will still let you join the swap, but please send the email ASAP. Thanks!

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Alright folks, I think there is enough interest for a small scrap and patchwork swap, so here are the details.

What: A swap! Pick 30-40ish scraps that are at least 3×5″ big (you’re welcome to send larger sizes, it’s up to you). You should send at least 15 different prints/styles. ALSO, you’ll send one small patchwork item you’ve made for your recipient (i.e a pincushion, zip pouch, potholder,  softie, etc.). Feel free (but not obligated) to include extra goodies or notions if you like.

When: Sign up by September 30th. Expect an email shortly thereafter (I’ll post once everyone has been emailed) with your swap info. Package should be in the mail by November 21st.  EDIT: October 21st! (I don’t know what day it is- let me know if this is a problem for anyone).

How: Comment here and send me an email at patchworkswap-at-gmail-dot-com (without a . for “dot” and minus the dashes).  In the email, please  include your full name, email, mailing address, blog address (if applicable), favorite colors, and a short bit about yourself.

This swap is limited to the first 30 people to sign up, US addresses only (you can meet up in the comments if you want to send internationally).

Let’s get swapping!

***Edit (to address comments)***

1) ACK! October 21st (NOT November) will be the deadline for mailing packages. I forgot what month comes next, I think if we waited that long we’d be likely to forget.
2) That means 30 - 40 pieces (not pieces from the 30s and 40s)
3) I made a button on the sidebar, feel free to place it on your blog (please link back to this post).
4) Vintage Fabrics are great, as long as they are in good shape!
5) If anyone is willing to ship to Norway, or is international and wants to swap, let me know.

58 Responses to “Patchwork Swap: NOW CLOSED”

  1. meg Says:

    what a great idea! count me in.

  2. Dawn Says:

    I am in….sounds super fun. ox

  3. Tess Says:

    Pick me, pick me!

  4. paperdollygirl Says:

    Sounds fun! but wait a sec - do you mean 1930s and 1940s styles? Or as in 30-40 scraps, of at least 15 different prints?

  5. supa (Mary Beth) Says:

    terrific idea. i am in.

  6. Regina Says:

    Please sign me up. Will send an email soon!

  7. erin Says:

    ok, i am going to do it….i have more than enough scraps for two swaps!

  8. julia Says:

    Sign me up too! Was just thinking that I wasn’t sure if I really had 30-40 scraps, but um, yeah I do.

  9. Maitreya Says:

    Ooh, just emailed you!

  10. lindamade Says:

    paperdollygirl– i mean 30 to 40 scraps (approximately). :)

  11. kimmie Says:

    I want to swap! I want to swap! I just sent an e-mail and am super excited about my first ever swap!

  12. Emily Moss Says:

    I would love to join if anyone wants to swap with me: an American living in Norway (international swap). Can some of the fabrics be vintage? Will you please let me know if someone wants to have an exotic international swap! Thanks!

  13. lindamade Says:

    Emily- I will let you know! And vintage fabrics are definitely ok, as long as they’re in good shape.

  14. Michelle Says:

    I’m super tempted, but am so bad at actually getting things in the mail. I guess November is a long way off. I’d be willing to ship to Norway.

  15. Susan Says:

    I definitely want to! Thanks for organizing!

  16. Nicole Says:

    I’m in!

  17. lauraj Says:

    I’m in Canada…may I join? I think swapping with Norway would be fun! I’d have to be a little extra patient. :D

  18. lindamade Says:

    Lauraj- sure, i’m emailing you. If anyone wants to volunteer to ship to Canada, let me know (or if someone else in Canada wants to join… ;)

  19. beki Says:

    Cool, I hope I’m not too late!!

  20. natalie Says:

    Hi Linda,

    There’s no Sept 31st — do you mean Sept 30th? I’d like to post this up on the CRAFT blog. :)

  21. lindamade Says:

    Hi Natalie- yes, the 30th. I obviously haven’t looked at a calendar in a while!!

  22. Clara Says:

    Sounds fun! I love to swap! Count me in.

  23. laurie Says:

    I’d love to participate if you still have room?

  24. Melissa Says:

    I’d like to join the swap–I just scored a load of new and vintage fabric from a garage sale and I’d love to share the wealth. I’ll email to see if there is still space!

  25. laurie Says:

    Oh! And I meant ot say in my last comment that I’m in the US but that I’d be willing to swap Internationally.

  26. rachelle Says:

    Room for one more?

  27. claire Says:

    love this! Count me in, too!

  28. Lee Ann Brock Says:

    Hey there!
    Count me in if there,s room!!! I make aprons, so you know I have scraps. Should be fun!!!
    Lee Ann
    Also my first swap, I’m ready!

  29. Stephanie Says:

    I would love to be a part of this!

  30. lindamade Says:

    To everyone who has commented so far- yes, there’s still room, send me an email. :) And, there’s also room for a couple more after that.

  31. Emily S Says:

    I’ve always wanted to join a swap but I never make it in time. Is there still room!?!?! I’d love to join!!

  32. Reethi Says:

    I’m in Canada too, will that be ok? Any other Canadian swappers want to join?

  33. S.C. Says:

    If there’s still room, I’d love to join this swap!

  34. Sharon C. Says:

    Oh boy! Is there still room? I’ve never done a swap, but would love to participate! The problem is in finding 30-40 treasures that I can bear to part with!!!!!!

  35. Silverbeet Says:

    I’m keen and am in Australia. Shall scoot off an email and cross my fingers that there’s still room!

  36. Susie Chavez Says:

    I’d love to participate in the swap if there’s still room for one more. This will be my first swap. I’m really excited to do this. Thanks, Susie

  37. Kerry Davis Says:

    I’d love to join in! I’d be willing to swap internationally, too. Thanks for setting this up!

  38. Bette Day Says:

    I would love to do this. If there is still room…..please let me know.

  39. Bette Day Says:

    Don’t know why it says that I sent that comment at 11:29 a.m. It’s only7:38 p.m. now. Hmmm.

  40. veronica Says:

    Is it too late? May I still join?

    xoxo

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  42. betsy Says:

    I saw the link on craft and if there’s still room I’d really like to join the swap.

  43. alice a Says:

    Count me in! Definitely willing to ship internationally

  44. Allison R Says:

    Hi! This is such a great idea. I’d love to participate if you’ve got a slot left. I’ll email you shortly.

  45. Shelley Norwood Says:

    I’d love to participate- let me know if there’s still room! Sounds fun- I’ve never done a swap!

  46. Anie Says:

    I would love to join in~Thank you for such a great idea!! If there is still room, I’d love to be on the list :)

  47. Mona Says:

    Hello,
    I have never done a swap before but I would love to join in this one if there is still space.

  48. Sarah J Says:

    I wanna do this! I just emailed you!

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  50. Joanna Says:

    I am probably too late, but I would love to join in! I, too just came into a load of vintage, and not so vintage, fabric and would love to share my good luck!

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  52. dallas meow Says:

    brilliant

  53. margaret Says:

    I’m interested in doing this if you do another scrap swap in the future

  54. katherinelaura Says:

    so i’ve missed the swap. this is the second site that i’ve seen this on, and it sounds absolutley spectacular. please keep me in mind. i’m just starting to put together my collection, meaning i’ve got more than enough to swap with. perhaps a spring swap? that’d be amazing. really. please do let me know.

    katherinelaura
    wurd.

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