GALLERY!!!! -
http://www.craftster.org/forum/index.php?topic=422675.0#axzz2QURvTx4ISwap name: MYB Swap Round 16
Craftster member who is organizing this swap:
mama24boyzSign-up date range: March 9, 2013 - March 23, 2013
Date to send item by: April 22, 2013
Limited to a certain number of people? (optional): NO
Restricted to people who all live in the same country? NO
Additional Age requirement? NO
Swap Organizer 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
Participants 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
*New swappers are totally encouraged to join!!*
MAGIC YARN BALL SWAP!!
You will send your partner a project kit consisting of a one (or more) skein pattern and yarn of corresponding weight/length for the pattern. The really fun part is that you will first make the yarn into a "magic yarn ball." This means that you re-wind the yarn yourself, hiding little trinkets and treats inside the yarn as you go. Some ideas already suggested include tiny toys, candy, crafting supplies, jewelry, etc.
Since we're all crafty people, it goes without saying that we should craft some of the treats ourselves. You will be required to have 15-20 things in the yarn ball and at least 4-5 of them should be small crafts made by you. If you are sending more than one skein, you are only required to send one MYB. The additional skein(s) can be sent as is.
Also, while I know not everyone can afford it, if it’s only one skein, try to get the nicest yarn you can afford. I’m not saying go buy a forty dollar ball of cashmere yarn (unless you really want to, in which case you can be my partner!) but try to get something you’d be excited to receive. I will try to group partners by interests, as well as how much they're able to spend on the yarn.
When you sign up, let your partner know if you already know what you want the yarn for ("I would like yarn so I can make the MagKnits Sophie Bag"); or, if you have a general idea ("I would like yarn and a pattern for a felt handbag"); or, if you just want a surprise pattern. If you have more than one idea for a pattern, feel free to give your partner a choice of patterns (or books) to choose from.
*PLEASE do not ask your partner for a photocopied pattern from a book. This is against copyright laws.*
Magic Yarn Ball Info and Inspiration:
TutorialMagic Yarn Ball Gallery 13Magic Yarn Ball
Gallery 14Magic Yarn Ball Gallery 15Discussion Round 15QUESTIONNAIRE TO ANSWER:
Name of swap MYB Swap Round 16
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 or, if not, that you have moderator approval(YES/NO)
Do you have access to a camera and are able to post pictures to the gallery?
If not, please ask your partner to take pictures before sending and post them for you.
Do you have any allergies that would affect this swap (pet, smoke, wool, etc.)?
Do you have any allergens in your house (pet, smoke, etc.)?
Do you knit, crochet or both?
If both, would you prefer a knit or crochet pattern?
How would you rate your skill level (beginner, intermediate, advanced, etc.)?
Are there any stitches/techniques you like best or want to experiment with?
Would you prefer a one-skein project, or multiple skeins?
If multiple, please indicate how many? Up to 2? or 3?
Are you willing to send more than one skein of yarn? Up to 2? or 3?
What pattern/project would you like, or would you prefer a surprise?
Any patterns/projects you would NOT like to receive?
Which kinds of yarn would you like to receive (texture, weight, fiber, etc.)?
Any type of yarn you would NOT like to receive?
Are there any colors that you would like to receive?
Any colors you definitely would NOT like to receive?
How much would you be willing to spend total on yarn? 10? 20? 30+?
Would you like to swap handspun yarn with your partner?
Items you could craft for the ball:
Items you would like to get in your ball:
Items you would NOT like to see in your ball:
Do you have a pinterest/wist?
Are you a member of any other websites (eg Ravelry, Facebook) or do you have a blog?
Anything else your partner should know?
IF YOU WANT TO PARTICIPATE, REMEMBER TO SEND YOUR INFO TO ORGANIZER mama24boyz 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.
The Swap Info Guide will tell you how to ship your item and other details about participating in a swap. You should read this whole thing so you not only understand what’s expected of you, but you’ll also see what I’m expected to do.
-In this swap discussion feel free to talk about one skein patterns you love, good websites with patterns, and places to get yarn some people may not know about!
Also, if you’re not a member of Ravelry yet, I suggest you get yourself on the list. They make it really easy to find wonderful patterns online and it’s totally free.
Note: I'm a huge fan of Ravelry and HIGHLY recommend joining. It's a great way to share what projects you've done in the past, as well as get patterns.
*Special thanks to previous MYB organizers from whom I shamelessly borrowed most of this information!
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I got a pattern made from it and some yarn and went to play!!! It took me a while to get it done, the colour changes are very tedious, some rows take 30 - 45 minutes and others take just 5, depending on the colour changes. Once you get to the middle though and you can actually "see" what you're making, it gets so much easier to make because you just get excited to see more of it!! I guess I should mention that its crocheted, in case you wondered. 
