Swap Name: 2013 Christmas in July Swap Craftster member who is organizing this swap: Onyxnox Sign-up date range: May 17-31, 2013 Date to send item by: July 5, 2013
Limited to a certain number of people? (optional): 24
Restricted to people who all live in the same country? NO If so, which country? No restrctions
Additional Age requirement? 16+
Swap Organizer himself/herself meets these conditions: - Has fully read the Swap Info Guide: YES - Has successfully completed two swaps as a participant: YES - Is not organizing more than three swaps right now: YES - only this one - Will recruit a co-organizer or give all details to a Swap Moderator if this swap has more than 25 participants: NO - limiting to 24 - Is at least 18 years old: YES
Swap Organizer will check each participant to make sure they meet these conditions: - Has been a member for at least one month: YES - Has posted at least 15 times: YES - Has completed one swap successfully before signing up for multiple swaps at a time: YES - Is not currently signed up for more than five swaps: YES - Does not have any negative feedback: YES - Participant has agreed that he/she is at least 16 years old: YES - If within the US, understands that Delivery Confirmation number is required for this swap: YES - If outside the US, understands that a mailing receipt copy is required for this swap: YES
Details of swap:
This is for those of us who are missing/anticipating Christmas, just can’t wait for it to come in December, and need a taste of it NOW.
Swappers will be paired up and make each other a Christmas themed package to be sent out in July. I will set up a Gallery after the send date for those nasty people who like to send teasers (like me), but we shall have an Official Opening Party online on July 25th. For those who cannot help but open them prior - do so at your own risk - I will have your emails and send you cyber snowballs as punishment. Yeah - you - those people who never could wait and opened their gifts (and probably their siblings too) early. You know who you are - and Santa does too!
Decorating the home festively prior to opening packages is up to individual preference, but keep in mind that may make you a target of finger pointing, laughter, and possible lynching by those with less Christmas spirit. Singing or humming of carols is optional - but again, may make you a target. However, in keeping with the spirit of the season we are craving, please wrap your packages to give your receiver that special “Ooooooooh I get to open a pretty present for me!” feeling we all love.
I am also requiring that all participants communicate within the discussion thread, or gallery thread when it is open, once a week please.
Otherwise this is a 4 point swap where 1 point is a small item, 2 points is a medium item, and 3 points is a large item, and at least 2 points of which must be crafted, and at least one item must be medium or larger.
Large/medium/small are as defined in the Swap FAQ:
By Time -Large = 3 or more hours -Medium = 2 or more hours -Small = 2 or less hours
By Size -Large = A shawl, a shirt, a skirt, a set of jewelry with four to five items, a purse -Medium = one single necklace or bracelet, a scarf -Small = Earrings, stickers, wallets, pouches, bookmarks
By Price -Large = $30 or more -Medium = $10-$30 dollars -Small = $10 or less
If you want to participate, information to send to organizer:
QUESTIONNAIRE TO ANSWER:
Name of swap - 2013 Christmas in July Swap Craftster username Email address Your real name Mailing address including the country Would you be willing to ship to an address outside your own country? Confirm that are at least 16 years old: (YES/NO)
ADD OTHER SWAP SPECIFIC QUESTIONS HERE...
Do you have a Wist, Pinterest, or some other link for swap stalking?
Do you have any allergies?
Do you have any favourites (colours, scents, styles, finishes, themes, etc)?
Do you have any aversions/dislikes (colours, scents, styles, themes, etc)?
List your top 5 Christmas in July wants: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
What kind of crafting do you do/want to do for this swap?
Are you interested in swapping extras or not? (it is not a requirement of this swap)
Anything else you would like your partner to know?
IF YOU WANT TO PARTICIPATE, REMEMBER TO SEND YOUR INFO TO ORGANIZER VIA PRIVATE MESSAGE AND NOT TO REPLY WITH IT HERE.
Also, remember to read the Swap Info Guide to find other rules about participating in a swap.
Swap name: Namaste – A Yoga and Mindful Living Swap Craftster member who is organizing this swap: elyxandra Sign-up date range: May 13-27, 2013 Date to send item by: June 28, 2013
Limited to a certain number of people? (optional): No
Restricted to people who all live in the same country? NO
Additional Age requirement? 16+
Swap Organizer himself/herself meets these conditions: - Has fully read the Swap Info Guide: YES - Has successfully completed two swaps as a participant: YES - Is not organizing more than three swaps right now: YES - Will recruit a co-organizer or give all details to a Swap Moderator if this swap has more than 25 participants: YES - Is at least 18 years old: YES
Swap Organizer will check each participant to make sure they meet these conditions: - Has been a member for at least one month: YES - Has posted at least 15 times: YES - Has completed one swap successfully before signing up for multiple swaps at a time: YES - Is not currently signed up for more than five swaps: YES - Does not have any negative feedback: YES - Participant has agreed that he/she is at least 16 years old: YES - If within the US, understands that Delivery Confirmation number is required for this swap: YES - If outside the US, understands that a mailing receipt copy is required for this swap: YES
Details of swap: This swap is for anyone who practices yoga, meditation, or who simply strives to live a positive and uplifting life. Living positively is a reward in itself, but sometimes we all need a little help to stay on the bright side. Please note, that this swap is not intended to be religious in nature, but if prayer or religion is important to your positive life path, please make a note of it in the questionnaire and discuss is with your partner once assigned.
This is a 4pt swap. You can make the 4pts however you like. The 4pts must be crafted by you. If you want to do extra, please make sure you discuss that with your partner. Below is a guide to the points system.
Large= 3 points Medium=2 points Small=1 point
By Time -Large = 3 or more hours -Medium = 2 or more hours -Small = 2 or less hours
By Size -Large = A shawl, a shirt, a skirt, a set of jewelry with four to five items, a purse -Medium = one single necklace or bracelet, a scarf -Small = Earrings, stickers, wallets, pouches, bookmarks
By Price -Large = $30 or more -Medium = $10-$30 dollars -Small = $10 or less
Please PM elyxandra with your questionnaire if you want to join.
QUESTIONNAIRE TO ANSWER: Name of swap Craftster username Email address Your real name Mailing address including the country Would you be willing to ship to an address outside your own country? Confirm that are at least 16 years old: (YES/NO) Do you have any allergies? Does your home have any allergens (smoke, pets, etc?) Are there any themes your partner should avoid? What kind of crafts do you enjoy making? Is there a particular type of craft you would like to receive? Do you have a pinterest or other link where your partner can find inspiration? Is there a mantra, or personal affirmation that is meaningful to you? Do you Practice yoga, meditation or positive living? Where do you find peace (At home, in the woods, at the cottage)? Anything else your partner should know? Are you able to check in once a week and post pictures when you receive?
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IF YOU WANT TO PARTICIPATE, REMEMBER TO SEND YOUR INFO TO ORGANIZER VIA PRIVATE MESSAGE AND NOT TO REPLY WITH IT HERE.
Also, remember to read the Swap Info Guide to find other rules about participating in a swap.
Do you love sewing but find pins everywhere? And not in a good way? In the couch, on the floor, in your foot! Then you need a new spiffy needlebook! Help find a safe and happy home for your sewing needles
Swap name: Needlebook Swap Rd 2 Craftster member who is organizing this swap: .:dollface:. Sign-up date range: May 12th - May 24th Date to send item by: June 24th
Limited to a certain number of people? (optional): 25 (unless we can get a co-organizer)
Restricted to people who all live in the same country? No Additional Age requirement? no
Swap Organizer himself/herself meets these conditions: - Has fully read the Swap Info Guide: YES - Has successfully completed two swaps as a participant: YES - Is not organizing more than three swaps right now: YES - Will recruit a co-organizer or give all details to a Swap Moderator if this swap has more than 25 participants: YES - Is at least 18 years old: YES
Swap Organizer will check each participant to make sure they meet these conditions: - Has been a member for at least one month: YES - Has posted at least 15 times: YES - Has completed one swap successfully before signing up for multiple swaps at a time: YES - Is not currently signed up for more than five swaps: YES - Does not have any negative feedback: YES - Participant has agreed that he/she is at least 16 years old: YES - If within the US, understands that Delivery Confirmation number is required for this swap: YES - If outside the US, understands that a mailing receipt copy is required for this swap: YES
In this swap we will be crafting ONE needlebook for our partners - Needlebooks can very in size but should be roughly 4"x5" - Any techniques can be used…patchwork, embroidered, knit, etc. - Extras are allowed, but please discuss with partner - We have 4 weeks crafting time. - Posting to the discussion thread or PM’ing your organizer is required at least every week. - Have fun!!
If you want to participate, Please send the below Questionnaire to me (your organizer), .:dollface:. in a private message QUESTIONNAIRE TO ANSWER:
Name of swap: Craftster username: Email address: Your real name: Mailing address including the country: Would you be willing to ship to an address outside your own country?: Confirm that you are at least 16 years old or, if not, that you have moderator approval: (YES/NO)
Themes you like (ex vintage, animals, hexagons etc): Any themes you dislike:
Colors you’d like to receive? Colors you’d prefer not to receive?
Allergies: Any allergens present in your home:
Are you interested in swapping other small items such as candy, craft supplies etc with your partner? (YES/NO) If you answered yes to the previous question... a) what would you be willing to send? b) what would you like to receive
Do you have specific ideas or inspirations that would help your partner personalize your piece (Wists, Etsy Favorites, Flickr, etc)? Anything else you’d like your partner to know?
Sending, Receiving, and Feedback SENDING: Take pictures of your items before you send. When sending, you must use a DC# (or for overseas keep your receipt). Keep your receipt until your partner receives. PM organizer and partner when you send.
RECEIVING: PM organizer and partner when you receive. Take pictures of received items. (Please take quality pictures, like ones you would take of your work.) Post pictures in gallery in a timely manner.
FEEDBACK: Given when a package is received (verified through PM or DC#) I will be keeping track of what has been received by gallery pictures (This is why it is important for you to take pictures of your items, just in case your partner does not) *Please PM if there is difficulty with pictures.*
Also, remember to read the Swap Info Guide to find other rules about participating in a swap.
I've been making these crocheted flying discs or soft frisbees for a year now and can't keep them to myself. I either sell them or give them away about as fast as I can crochet them. Lately they have been coming out a bit fruity. Orange slices, watermelon, lime slices, oh my.
Play indoors or now that it is Spring, take them everywhere in your pocket and you can have a pick up game of frisbee anywhere! Kids and Small dogs love them because they don't hurt when you miss! Have Fun!
I'm obsessed with Star Wars and monsters so of course it was only a matter of time until I combined the two. I made six of them! An Ewok, wookie, wampa, jawa, Yoda, and Boba Fett.
Hard to choose which one is my favorite. Maybe Boba Fett. 'Cause it's Boba Fett.
While I was making the baby quilt for sweets4ever's new baby, I decided I should make one for her older son too! I hadn’t made him one when he was born so I thought it would be fun to send them both along so he wouldn’t be left out. I happened to have a really fun rocket panel in my stash, along with a remnant I had picked up of this ray gun fabric.
The colors seemed to work together, so I pieced this bright quilt top together by cutting the panel in two, rearranging it and bulking it out with some strip pieced checkerboard.
For the back I created a simple chevron out of half square triangles to be a focal point, and used up some of the leftover strips to create some more checkerboard.
I quilted around the squares in the panel, up and down the checkerboard, and then I outlined 3 of the rockets in each panel. All throughout this project I had been trying to figure out some way of using the blue stripe fabric, but never quite fit it in, but I realized it would work ok for the binding!
I’m not sure if I’m pleased or embarrassed that all of the fabrics for this came out of my stash!
Im taking part in the summer nerd games and this is my first entry. Its a pirate tricorne hat like the ones found in Limsa Lominsa in FFXIV
Just a quickie pattern if you want to make one like it!
Items You Need
Red Yarn -RHSS Heather Grey Yarn - RHSS G Hook Stitch Marker (I use a little piece of contrasting yarn and just pull it out and replace it at the beginning of each row so I dont lose my place when working in the round) Yarn Needle Scissors.
I started in the center of the hat forming the "beanie" of it first. My gauge with Red Heart on a G Hook is 4st x 4st gives me one square inch. The drop on this hat is only 7"...you dont want it to come down to your eye brows before you begin the brim or it will look really odd. So the beanie portion is 22" wide and the drop is 7".
I worked in the round and did NOT slip stitch chain 1 at the end of each row. I used a stitch marker and just kept working in the circle.
The hat only uses single crochet. When I say "sc inc" it means sc two times in that one stitch.
Row 1) 6 sc in a magic loop circle. Cinch your circle closed and continue to row 2 (6) 2) sc increase in each stitch around (12) 3) *sc, sc inc* around (18) 4) *sc 2 times, sc inc* around (24) 5) *sc 3 times, sc inc* around (30) 6) *sc 4 times, sc inc* around (36) 7) sc around (35) *sc 5 times, sc inc* around (42) 9) sc around (42) 10) *sc 6 times, sc inc* around (48) 11) sc around (48) 12) *sc 7 times, sc inc* around (54) 13) sc around (54) 14) *sc 8 times, sc inc* around (60) 15) *sc 9 times, sc inc* around (66) 16) sc around (66) 17) *sc 10 times, sc inc* around (72) 18) sc around (72) 19) *sc 11 times, sc inc* around (78) 20) *sc 12 times, sc inc* around (84) 21) *sc 13 times, sc inc* around (90) 22-26) sc around (90)
That was it for the part that sits on your head...we are now continuing on to the brim. No need to fasten off ...just keep working in the round.
27) *sc 6 times, sc inc* around (102) 28) *sc 7 times, sc inc* around (114) 29) *sc 8 times, sc inc* around (126) 30) *sc 9 times, sc inc* around (138) 31) *sc 10 times, sc inc* around (150) 32) *sc 11 times, sc inc* around (162) 33) *sc 12 times, sc inc* around (174) 34) *sc 13 times, sc inc* around (186) 35) sc around (186) Slip Stitch, Fasten off.
Attach Gray Yarn 36) *sc 14 times, sc inc* around (198) 37) *sc 15 times, sc inc* around (210) 38) sc around (210) Slip Stitch, Fasten off.
I made the end where I fastened off the back of the hat.
So now you have a great big floppy disk. Turn the hat inside out so that when you fold the edges up in a "tricorne hat shape" the "right side" is facing out on the sides.
Like this...
I figured it is more important that the sides that everyone can see are the right side of the crochet fabric, as opposed to the top of the hat...fewer people will see that.
After flipping it "inside out" just shape it however want it to look.
Its about personal preference. I did not want my edges to be too sharply folded. I like the rounded corners. Once you find how you want it to look then just use the complimentary yarn, cut a few strands and sew it to keep it that shape.
When you are sewing the outside just enter a stitch and take the working yarn into a hole that is above and on stitch to the right or left. Just like you are cross-stitching. This will make the stitching nearly impossible to see. I learned this by "accident". I sewed the red and then I sewed a few strands through the gray also.
A few weeks ago, I went to Hobby Lobby to get an easel. I left Hobby Lobby with four yards of fabric, a new dress pattern, new needles for my sewing machine, and no easel. Thus, the space dress was born!
Upon opening the pattern and beginning to cut out the pieces, I discovered that it has pockets. I fell in love all over again!
I also love the collar.
I made this dress from Simplicity pattern 1755. Thanks for looking!
I felt bad when we couldn't afford a mothers day gift for my husbands mom, so i decided to make her a little gift, and since origami is my thing i thought a kusudama would be nice.
This piece is a little over 2 and a half inches tall has 12 kawasaki roses, 20 origami lily's (for the foliage) and 20 upside down blossoms (the pink flowers)
I was really excited to make a baby quilt for sweets4ever’s new baby, and when she told me the color scheme for her nursery it seemed like fate. I had just completed the Quilt Block Swap Round 2, and the color schemes I had asked for two of my groups had the same color scheme as sweets’ nursery!
I picked all the blocks that I felt had the right colors and worked together well. The pinwheel blocks weren’t as big as the wonky log cabin blocks, so I framed them out in light gray and then pieced them together.
I had more blocks I wanted to use than could fit on the front, so I put them on the back. The back is almost another front! I improv pieced the back, and included a section leftover from the quilt I had just made a former mod, retroeva! It's the small blue rectangle in the left column with squares of gray chevron, orange deer, and light gray. I’m really excited that this quilt has blocks from lots of different Craftsters, and from Eva’s quilt. You can see blocks from alwaysinmyroom, Donniesgirl, sloth003, homerof2, and waggonswest. If I'm forgetting anyone, please let me know!
I think here, on the back, you can see the quilting the best. I did wavy diagonal criss-crossing lines inspired by some quilting my friend Jen has been doing.
For the binding I cut into some Orange Painter's Canvas from Laura Gunn, my favorite fabric designer! I like the pop of color it gives to the edges.
I've heard that most people use 1/4 seam allowances for piecing quilts. Is this true? What do you use? How does your machine handle small seam allowances (mine likes to chew them...)? Any tips?
I am learning more with each creation. Techniques, what work and what doesn't. I am self taught and started just a few month ago but I am having so much fun.
This is my newest creation...
The house, with the roof on, is 12 inches tall and the diameter of the mushroom stem is 7-8 inches wide. The door and window both open and there is a wire frame deep in the core of the house above the door and around the bottom to help keep its shape. The door knob is a button that has been securely sewed on and then secured agin with more wool. Besides those three elements, the entire house is made of wool.
Below the window there is a cute little flower box and there are small mushrooms growing out of the grass around the base with vines spanning the walls.
This is the perfect size for the creature that I make..
Name of Swap: Scavenger Hunt Crochet Motif Swap 4 Craftster member who is organizing this swap: MareMare Sign-up date range: Friday, May 10, 2013 - Sunday, May 19th, 2013 (9 pm pacific) Date to send item by: Friday, June 21, 2013 Limited to a certain number of people? (optional): No
Restricted to people who all live in the same country? No
Age requirement: 18
Swap Organizer himself/herself meets these conditions: - Has fully read the Swap Info Guide: YES - Has successfully completed two swaps as a participant: YES - Is not organizing more than three swaps right now: YES - Will recruit a co-organizer or give all details to a Swap Moderator if this swap has more than 25 participants: YES - Is at least 18 years old: YES
Swap Organizer will check each participant to make sure they meet these conditions: - Has been a member for at least one month: YES - Has posted at least 15 times: YES - Has completed one swap successfully before signing up for multiple swaps at a time: YES - Is not currently signed up for more than five swaps: YES - Does not have any negative feedback: YES - Participant has agreed that he/she is at least 16 years old: YES - Participant lives in the United States: YES - If yes, understands that Delivery Confirmation number is required for this swap: YES - If no, understands that a mailing receipt copy is required for this swap: YES
Details of swap:
For this swap, you will crochet a variety of motifs for 1, 2, or 3 partners. First time swappers are limited to 1 partner. For each partner, you will need to make a minimum of 7 different motifs that total at least 25 inches. For a circle or square motif just measure across the width. If you are using motifs that are not symmetrical (such as a rectangle), you should use the smallest measurement to calculate your total inches. So a rectangle that is 3 inches by 8 inches would count as 3 inches.
This swap is scavenger hunt style, meaning you get to pick your motifs from the variety of options listed below:
1. A flower motif 2. A motif that uses stitches in the back loop 3. Pentagon shaped motif 4. Motif uses bobble stitches 5. A lacy motif 6. Bullion stitch 7. Plant or veggie themed (pineapple, leaf, etc) 8. Motif is worked diagonally 9. A Motif you've never made before 10. Motif is made up of smaller motifs (think granny’s daughters, yo-yo’s, etc) 11. Tunisian crochet motif 12. A granny square with a twist 13. Motif is made of at least 3 various shades or tones of one color 14. Motif has 3D element(s) 15. Motif uses front or back post double crochet stitches 16. "Design it yourself" and include pattern that you write 17. Sender's Choice
Other rules: *Only use worsted weight acrylic, unless your partner(s) indicates otherwise. *All tails need to be woven in, unless your partner indicates otherwise. *Communication is very important to me, please be sure to send pm’s to both myself and your partner(s) when you send and receive. Poor communication will be noted in feedback. *Please somehow label all your motifs with the scavenger hunt category, pattern name, and source so that your partner and other swap members viewing the gallery will know where it came from, because we will want to duplicate them! One way to do this is to tie a numbered tag onto the motif and then include a sheet with pattern name and source or typed pattern if you want!
If you want to participate, information to send to organizer:
QUESTIONNAIRE TO ANSWER:
Name of swap: Scavenger Hunt Crochet Motif Swap 4
Craftster username:
Email address:
Your real name:
Mailing address including the country, formatted for shipping:
Would you be willing to ship to an address outside your own country?
Confirm that are at least 18 years old (yes/no)
How many partners would you like? (1, 2, or 3, first time swappers are limited to one partner):
Please list your color scheme, if you have one:
List colors you absolutely do not want to receive:
Do you want to receive variegates yarns or solids only?
If you are interested in motifs made with other types of yarn (novelty yarns, etc.), please list:
Do you have any allergies that would prevent you from being partnered with someone (specific pet dander, smoke):
Please list potential allergens in your home or work area (specific pets, smokers):
IF YOU WANT TO PARTICIPATE, REMEMBER TO SEND YOUR INFO TO ORGANIZER VIA PRIVATE MESSAGE AND NOT TO REPLY WITH IT HERE.
*sc 5 times, sc inc* around (42)
