Scavenger Hunt Signups CLOSED; Sendouts 06/09/09)

[meleriffic]

GALLERY

Swap name: Scavenger Hunt
Craftster member who is organizing this swap: meleriffic
Sign-up date range: 04/28/09 through 05/09/09 
Date to send item by: 06/09/09

Limited to a certain number of people? (optional): NO

Restricted to people who all live in the same country? NO
If so, which country?

Age requirement? 13

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

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 13 years old: YES
- Participant lives in the United States: YES/NO
   - 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:

There have been several scavenger hunts in the past but we’re going to do things a little bit different this time around. Each participant will suggest 1-2 items or themes (feel free to suggest more if you like). Example: You can suggest a specific item such as a 5x5 square of fabric, or something broader and more open to interpretation like something green. Then I will go through and select 8 that I think are the most unusual, neat, etc. but still easily craftable. When you are assigned your partners you will also receive this list (which will be a mixture of the options shown above.)

You will need to send an item for everything on the list. That means you will be sending 8 things. 4 of the 8 must be crafted, the other 4 may be store bought. One of the crafted items should be a medium everything else can be smalls. Remember that everything in the list is open to interpretation even the specific item (it could simply inspire your item not necessarily have to be a part of it). If the way you used the item is not completely obvious include a note explaining it. However, let’s keep things plausible.  Also, please don’t split up a pair of things that you would never use just one of and send it in for two different options.
Please PM your partner and the organizer when you send out your package and when you receive it.


If you want to participate, information to send to organizer:

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 13 years old (yes/no)

Possible items/themes: 1.
            2.

Please list any aversions or allergies (smoke, pets, etc.):
Please list your pets here and/or if you live w/ an indoor smoker:

Any crafts you particularly admire (ie, sewing, knitting...):
Any crafts  you really aren't into:

What are your top 5 favorite colors:
What are your favorite color combos:
What colors and/or color combos do you hate:
Favorite Sweets or treats:
What are your favorite animals:
Describe your personal style.
Describe your decorating style.
What other hobbies or pastimes do you do besides crafting?
Do you collect anything? What?
What are your five favorite things?
Do you have an online wish list? What is it?
Any lifestyle choices that may affect what you would or would not like to receive?

Any thing else you'd like your partner to know about you?



Don't forget that when you send you need to pm me and your partner with a DC#. If you are not in the U.S. keep your mailing receipt.

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 out how to ship your item and other details about participating in a swap.

AFTER PEOPLE HAVE SIGNED UP AND BEEN APPROVED, LIST THE PARTICIPANTS HERE AND WHO IS SENDING TO WHOM:

1. meleriffic
2. kayrun
3. Malbert
4. mcbenno
5. princesspimp81
6. SAHMama
7. imafundork
8. crosswind
9. FicklePegasus
10. gabbiet
11. sarahJ2001
12. gamemom42
13. goldsheepbowl
14. beccas_song
15. itchyfingers
16. Aikibookworm
17. iheartzb
18. mokba43
19. FadingHippie


PARTNERS

FadingHippie --> itchyfingers
iheartzb --> goldsheepbowl
mcbenno   --> mokba43
crosswind --> princesspimp81
malbert -->meleriffic
kayrun --> beccas_song
gamemom42 --> SAHMama
imafundork --> gabbiet
ficklepegasus --> Aikibookworm
sarahj2001 --> FadingHippie

THE LIST:
1.Retro/Vintage
2. Something for the child in you
3. Seasons
4. Origami
5. A photograph
6. Something sweet
7. Something soft
8. Hair accessory

[jessa_aka_jalapeno]

Fun!! I am thinking about joining, but I'm not sure if I can yet.

I'm keeping my fingers crossed!!

[TheSapphireMoon]

This sounds pretty fun...don't know if I have it in the budget to be able to join though    I'm full up on swaps for now...and money will be tight after I'm done.

[raeraethejetplane]

I'm interested in this swap and waiting for to get feedback from my first swap as my partner already received.

[mamarose22]

They way I interpret this is that it is a 9 point plus swap.  2 points for the 1 medium item and at least 1 point each for the 7 other items.  It seems like a lot. Even the Mystery swap was 5 points.  If you were to go and purchase 4 of the items (to save on crafting time) it could run into $$$$.  In this economy it could be a dealbreaker.  I like the premise, but I think I will pass on this for now.  If this were a  5 point swap,   I think it might attract more participants.  

[kayrun]

I just sent in my form for approval!
This looks like fun~

[princesspimp81]

I am so in!  I've seen galleries for previous scavenger swaps and have wanted to do one so badly!  I'll send in my info as soon as I think up some good ideas for themes etc.  And I gotta say, I'm glad it's a bigger swap, that means I get to do more stuff!  lol

[quaggy]

May sign up for this later. Really want to do it.  I am already committed to two other swaps one is a 6 point swap due out 6/1.  I work 40 hrs. per week then come home and keep 8 yards up for extra income.  Go to the Lake on weekends so my crafting time is getting limited. Will keep checking in and see how fast I can get my 6 pointer taken care of.  I have some great ideas for that swap but partners are a day or so off.

[yellowblanket]

i'll continue watching this one, but i'm not sure about signing up yet. 8 items is a lot! i'll have to see how my summer looks once i'm done with finals and things of that sort.

[iheartzb]

For those who are scared about the point requirement, remember that as a scavenger hunt the bought items can also be found items and there is good chance that something like shells from the beach or pine cones from your yards might meet a category and  you could give them to your partner as supplies.

Any body on the fence, you should join! I think this will be a really fun one.