Ongoing Holiday List Swap Round 6 (S/U through 8/28)

[KirBee]

I claim klg_jlg for some holiday decor!
2/0/0

Hi everybody I am KirBee. Been a member of craftster along time but not participated much. This is the first time I've done a swap like this. It's already fun!
I am 28, live in CO, am married, have 4 kids. I love biology, physics, space, crows, outdoors, trees, the simpsons, futurama, and Doctor Who. Love netflix because now I can finally watch Doctor Who episodes in order! Now that my youngest is 3 I've been trying to devote a little more time to crafty stuff. This means I have a lot of things I want to try but am a master at none.

The list...
Knitting/crocheting-
Amigurmi animals/dragons/dinosaurs whatever for any of my kids (boy 10, boy 6, girl 5, boy 3) Cloud_berry is making one!
Cowl in solid mustard, olive green, or cream color. Thanks for the word Trouble T!

Fabrics-
felt food for daughter
throw pillow in dusty aqua, cream color
PJ pants for: hubby (he likes dark colors, Denver broncos, and hunting) waist 44, inseam 34
T-shirt anything to do with the interests above Size M/L ( I wear and 8/10 in clothes) I really like one with this deep space look <http://www.craftster.org/forum/index.php?topic=373706.0>
t-shirt or leather bracelet
stuffies for any of the my kids or nephews: mario brothers, monsters, dinos, dragons, pokemon, hello kitty, Dora,  scooby-doo, bigfoot, animals


Para-chord braided lanyard or bracelet for hunter hubby (one that can actually be used in an emergency)

painting or photography anything with trees

Jewelry: bracelets, pendants, necklaces (any themes and colors are fine, necklaces not too chunky though), I like the wooden bead saints bracelets

advent calendar, advent wreath with candles that the kids can put a fake flame on (felt or something), angel for tree

pinterest inspired <http://www.pintrest.com/atticlight>

[TroubleT]

I claim KirBee for a cowl.

(2,1,0)

Hello everyone! I am T, a mother of 2 great kids and the wife of an awesome husband. I live near Atlanta, GA. I'm a high school teacher of 21 years who still loves her job. My entire family LOVES Christmas and we all enjoy handmade gifts so I just know that what you create will be wonderful!

I have a holiday gifts board on my Pinterest. Go check it out if you don't see something here.

BIG WISHES are in RED!

General décor and paper items
~Holiday greeting cards – Non religious please! Preferably humorous  - I really like this one but I'm open to other cute designs. I have a set from kaz, but more would be helpful. Same design or different, doesn't matter
~Handmade ornaments - We love silly, quirky ornaments.
~crocheted snowflakes for our tree
~Holiday coasters - preferably sewn, knitted, or crocheted (ceramic + kids AND pets = not good scenario), traditional holiday colors, or snowflake patterned fabric would be fabulous! Our hot cocoa mugs are on the large size so at least 4" square/round please.
~Cocoa on a stick for when we watch Rudolph yet again!

Husband - Computer programmer by day, Awesome Husband by night! He's into Fieros, grilling and electronics.
~Heavy duty hot pads - He cooks with cast iron a LOT so it needs to be durable.
~home made dry rubs or herbal marinades for meats (please include a basic ingredients list, no need to give away the actual recipe if it’s a family secret!)
~dried chile peppers if you raise them! We love spicy foods!
~UTexas Longhorns wall art - framed embroidery (not a hoop!) or painted
~A manly apron with the saying "Everything is bigger in Texas." This could be painted, stenciled, machine embroidered, appliqued in manly colors...

Son - 11 yrs old, very creative, loves to draw, heavy reader , loves Lego video games. No Allergies
~sweater mittens in either a medium blue or red (I can send you a tracing of his hand for this!)
~ a stenciled tee in a theme of Star Wars (Lego or Classic), Angry Birds or mythological creatures like a hydra (even cartoony would be great!)
~fleece or flannel pajama pants boy’s size 16 - He loves soft fabrics like fleece or flannel!
~a cool cover for his Kindle e-reader
~sewn house slippers in a men’s size 7.5
~boy's jewelry - He has a shark's tooth on a leather cord that he loves. Something basic but manly

Daughter - 6 yrs old and soon to be DIVA!, loves all things pink/purple, sparkly and girly. No Allergies
~sweater mittens in either pink or purple (Hand tracing can be provided)
~any appropriately girlie small hoopla (6" or smaller) for her hoopla wall - She already has a bunny, Pooh bear, her name and a butterfly.
~a girly stenciled tee - You can go wrong if it is pink/purple, sparkly or girly!
~fleece or flannel pajama pants, girl’s size 7
~crocheted/sewn house slippers in a child’s size 13
~a girly zipper pouch for carrying her hair bows, etc. in her book bag
~a girl's messenger bag
~necklaces! She loves to dress up so a long length necklace would be fabulous. Sorry, she doesn't have pierced ears yet.
~NEW! - a crocheted hat for the winter months - pink or purple

My Mom - Sorry no likes, hobbies, or interesting facts for this one. No Allergies
~pieced pillow covers in brick red and cream - I will gladly stuff the pillows myself! I just am not that good at piece work yet.
~a set of hanging towels in creams and browns
~simple, elegant earrings (Fish Hook please, no posts!) - she loves greens, blues, silver and black, PLEASE only modestly dangly!

My Dad – A proud veteran of the Korean war and very actively volunteers with the VA in helping vets get the medical care/funds that they deserve. No Allergies
~ a framed art piece (any medium as long as the design is clean, not cluttered) of a Purple Heart (He received 2 during his years of service.) OR  an appropriate Veteran’s Day saying like REMEMBER with an American flag. Sayings can be found at http://www.quotegarden.com/veterans-day.html
~a jar of preserves – He eats buttered toast with jelly or preserves every morning at breakfast. His favorites are apple butter, strawberry or peach preserves.


Misc. Gifts
~Small gifts for our 3 martial arts instructors (This an extra special holiday because I'm...hopefully...get ting my black belt just before the Holidays! ). My kids and I all take karate and our instructors have the patience of Jobe.  - Maybe one of those sewn neck coolers that ties in front, reusable, rice filled heat packs for sore muscles

For ME!
~A repurposed apron like this one! only not in a plaid, I'd prefer either a darker blue or green, or a denim shirt. This is one of those things that I really want but can't get the time to make for myself!
~NEW! - a set of sewn trash bags to hang over my front seats so that my kids won't trash my back seat. *sigh*
~a crafty surprise snow ball! Nothing huge, just fun yet useful crafty items. I promise I will not unroll it until December 25th! Honest!

For my kitteh furchild
~A Kitty Pi! – Sewn, knitted, crocheted…whatever, she’ll love it!
~catnip filled toys Thank you TwistedTruth!

[ecopp]

(1,0,0)

I'm claiming TroubleT for the Heavy duty Hot Pads. I also have an idea for a boy jewelery.

My name is Erika and I am a single mother of a beautiful 5 year old little girl.  We live in KC.
We love Christmas and love to open packages. I totally wouldn't care if I got Undies for Christmas as long as they were wrapped up. I also like to do Christmas big at work and among friends.

Daughter-Themes Hello Kitty, Fancy Nancy, LaLaloopsy, Barbie, My Little Pony, Disney Princess anything girly.
 (no allergies)
Kindergarten Roll up nap mat.
16 inch American girl doll clothing
Barbie Clothes
Door way Puppet theater (I'll see if I can find a link)
Reuseable snack bags
new art stuff (lap desk, supplies caddy etc)

Mom- No real themes here just bright colors fun.
Lap Quilt
Glasses holder
Cell phone holder
Seat back protectors for her car
Handmade soaps or bath salts
Coasters smart aleck

Dad- Sci-fi older Dr who, Huge Sliders fan, Classic cars
T-shirt Mens medium- with a pocket
Glasses case
new slippers men's 10
Sister -Allergy Latex

Anything Crochet or knitting related (ie, bags, stitch markers etc)
Teacher Themed Hoopla
Spun yarn
Reuseable kitchen items (paper towels, lunch bags, sandwich bags etc.)

Brother-in-law-Ashmatic (sp)
Polymer clay sushi set for his desk
Peanuts snoopy stuff (he's techie so maybe a IPad Cover, zip drive etc.)

Niece
Hello kitty anything
16" baby doll clothing

Nephew

Soft pillow (fuzzy)
I'll think of more

Brother

Men's XL Zombie T-shirt
Men's XL Zombie pants
Muscle car themed BBQ apron

Nephew
Skylander Spyro character storage
Any dress up items appropriate for a Boy (super hero cape, zoro masks, fireman hose)

Work friends

Desk items Starbucks themed
Small Dr. Who items
Christmas themed bric a brac


Self
Christmas themed Shrine, altered Tin, etc.

I will try and add more to make it easier but I think this is a start.  OH yeah and we all Are huge Jayhawk nuts.

[tamalama]

2/1/0
I claim ecopp for stitch markers (sister) and a hello kitty jewelry set (niece).


Hi, I'm Tammy and live in Atlanta, GA with my cat Mayhem and my amazing hubby Brandy.  Here's my list so far, I'm not including tons of links, I'd rather not hinder you creative vision!!!

HUBBY
Salt Free spices and dip mix
Kitchen Towels
Bottle spoon rest
Any kitchen utensils
Atlanta related artwork
Anything to do with hockey!!!  WE LOVE HOCKEY
Anything to do with the Walking Dead tv show
kitty toys
Fun Low Sodium or Salt Free recipes maybe in cards, he has a cute box, just no cards to fill it up
TEES XXXL (walking dead, dinosaurs, star wars, or anything geeky, oh or anything about cooking, he loves cooking)
A funky stocking with maybe a zombie on it
ATLANTA neighborhoods wall art
Anything Hunter S Thompson related

MOM
Pretty stationary or note cards with envelopes
candles
homemade soap and bath accessories
a nice robe
Any and all things NASCAR, she loves 88 Dale Jr

Sister in Law
Tshirts XXL with the Vet Tech symbol or any cute or funny animal art
Animal shaped soaps
Animal ornaments
Beer mug with AMY or a cat or dog head etched on it
Candles
Pillow with animal fabric

Aunt and Uncle
Ornaments that say Grandmother and Grandfather 2012
Candles
Wine glasses or decanter
Homemade dog treats

Granny
Anything with an angel on it
Homemade doggie treats
Gloves in a very small size (she's tiny and frail)
A warm robe following the above rules for the gloves

Grandmommy
An ornamnent about being a grandparent or anything Christian
Nice cloth napkins or placemats (she entertains alot, usually for 12 or more)
Santa plate or platter for her collection, she puts then on the hutch for the holidays

Mother in Law
Pretty red jewelry (no huge earrings)
An ornament that documents her surviving a total knee replacement this summer
An ornament for a daycare worker or yard sale lover
Pretty stationary
a set of pretty coffee cups

Aunt
Lighthouse (either decorative to set out or ornament)
Christian ornament
Teacher ornament

Nephew (4yo)
Molded Crayons (animals maybe)
Pillow with animal fabric or any little boy fabric

Nephew (7yo)
Molded Crayons (trucks, cars, etc...)
Pillow with wrestling or monster truck fabric
Temp Tatoos
Spiderman plushie
John Cena (wrestler) Plushie
Monster Truck Plushie

Nephew (1yo)
Monkey plushie
baby towels with embroidered monkeys
Hand painted or hand sewn bib (monkey fabric would ROCK)

Neice (1yo)
Hand Stamped necklace that says OLIVIA with a matching one for mom
Cute photo props, mom loves dressing her in butterfly wings, tutus, etc for pics)
Pink "DIVA" pillow
Headbands with cute bows (not enough hair for clippies yet)

Cousin
Cute modern fabric diaper bag
cute bag for baby wipies
Snack sacks with wipable liner
Homemade lip balms and soaps
Cute frame that says OLIVIA

Cousin
Uncle ornament
ornament to do with the military, he's in the reserves

General Friends
Generic ornaments, hand towels, potholders, coasters, etc...

[lydiaharper]

1/0/0
**I claim tamalama for etched Beer mugs for AMY**

I'm Lydia, a SAHM in Tennessee.  I have three kids, Jayson(DS1) is 9yo, Jaymie(DS2) is 6yo, and daddy's little princess Jayden(DD) is 3yo.  I have been married to my hubby, who is a Sheriff's Deputy, for almost 11 years.  I mainly sew, but also like working with other crafting media. No one on my list has any allergies.
 
SEWING-
Pillow fight weapons http://pinterest.com/pin/205969382928972215/

Hooded towels for kids- http://pinterest.com/pin/205969382928971913/ http://pinterest.com/pin/205969382928971903/ (maybe a Spiderman, Batman, or Princess)

Game controller pillow- http://fanboygaming.com/2009/08/23/360-pillow/

Tutu for DD- http://www.etsy.com/listing/86082483/pretty-in-pink-tutu-set-baby-tutu-girls?ref=sr_gallery_3&sref=sr_573da251e729ec131f40303812d3273f71a8d188419fcb23e103b6333f9a49c0_1345773014_14146236_toddler_tutu&ga_search_query=toddler+tutu+skirt&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=ZZ&ga_min=0&ga_max=0&ga_ref=auto10&ga_search_type=all

Car playmat for nephew (5yo)- http://pinterest.com/pin/205969382928962788/

Fabric ABC's for nephew in "boy prints" or DD in "girl prints" (both 3yo)- http://pinterest.com/pin/205969382927605156/

Plants vs Zombies plushes- http://pinterest.com/pin/205969382928972231/

Kindle case for mom- maybe in cherry print

Knitted/Crocheted Items
snowman hat for 3yo- http://pinterest.com/pin/205969382928972030/

owl hat in boy or girl colors for 3yo- http://pinterest.com/pin/205969382928972045/

Plants vs Zombies Ami- http://pinterest.com/pin/128423026843726518/

Mermaid doll- http://www.etsy.com/listing/99673978/crochet-mermaid-doll-any-colors-you-want?ref=sr_gallery_2&ga_search_query=crochet+mermaid+doll&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=ZZ&ga_min=0&ga_max=0&ga_ref=auto4&ga_search_type=all  or http://www.etsy.com/listing/107488975/mermaid-jenny-under-the-sea-amigurumi?ref=sr_gallery_18&ga_search_query=amigurumi+mermaid+doll&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=ZZ&ga_min=0&ga_max=0&ga_search_type=all

Batman, Spiderman, or Tinkerbell Amigurumi


ART
Mustache glasses- http://pinterest.com/pin/205969382928971918/

Mustache wall art- http://pinterest.com/pin/205969382928971959/ or http://pinterest.com/pin/205969382928971994/ or http://pinterest.com/pin/205969382928971986/

Mustache tshirt ideas- http://pinterest.com/pin/205969382928971922/ or http://pinterest.com/pin/205969382928971941/

Grinch themed sign- http://pinterest.com/pin/205969382927605298/

UT Football or LINER (my maiden name for my parents) or HARPER (last name for Hubby) -http://www.etsy.com/listing/67991394/ut-vols-alphabetography-photo-collage?ref=sr_gallery_23&ga_search_query=TN+football+&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=ZZ&ga_min=0&ga_max=0&ga_page=2&ga_search_type=all 

Wood burned or painted wooden box for DS1 to keep his prized possessions in. Big enough for a couple books and some odds and ends. His favorite themes are below or just his name Jayson and some tribal-ish designs


JEWELRY

Football necklaces TN Vols for husband and DS2 and FL Gators for DS1 http://www.etsy.com/listing/107604574/custom-university-of-tennessee-vols?ref=sr_gallery_22&ga_search_query=Tennessee+Vols+football&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=ZZ&ga_min=0&ga_max=0&ga_page=2&ga_search_type=all   

Tree of Life necklaces for mom and SIL

Girly necklace/bracelet for nieces (ages 8 and 10)


OTHER

Bath and body items for preteen girls

Dora, Disney fairies, Barbie themed items for 3yo DD

Spiderman, Nintendo 3DS, Ghostbusters themed items for 6yo DS

Adventure Time, Regular show,Gravity Falls themed items for 9yo DS

TN Vols football, Hunting, Fishing (catfishing), themed items for DH

Goldwing motorcycle, Jack Daniels, Nascar, or TN Vols football themed items for my dad

[smashu]

I claim lydiaharper for Fabric ABC's for DD in "girl prints"

1/1/0

Hi, I’m Ash! I live in Ontario, Canada with my lovely OH. I just graduated with my MA and after working as a designer for many years recently got laid off. I figured getting a head start on presents while searching for a new job would keep me positive, plus I love crafting and planning for the holidays! This is a great swap concept and I can’t wait to start

Sidenote: I’ve got allergies to perfumes and smoke so anyone sending should be aware as these gifts will be in my house for a while before the holiday season.

Blue: Newly Added Wishes

My Other Half (birthday also in Nov)– My lovely gentleman has been away from his family for a long time and his grandmother who helped raised him died a few months ago without being able to say goodbye. Any talk of Christmas makes him sad and feel lonely even though my family loves him and we will be celebrating with them. I’d love to be able to give him special presents inspired by him : ) Athletic, enjoys being outside, Adventure Time, cute little bunnies and outdoor creatures, cooking, computer games. Allergies: We cohabitate and I’ve got allergies to perfumes, cats, and smoke (plus foods but shouldn’t be an issue).
•Some ornaments or small artwork inspired by Turkey, the country he grew up in
•stuff using the the Evil (Turkish) Eye symbol, which he loves http://www.natashascafe.com/images/products/evileye3.jpg
•Ami of Lemongrab, his favorite character from Adventure Time: http://pinterest.com/pin/36099234482963559/
•knitted tie: http://media-cache-lt0.pinterest.com/upload/36099234483003275_nRrDxEVy_f.jpg
•Tiny crocheted squirrels or any cute wild animal http://pinterest.com/pin/36099234483071284/
•A crocheted viking hat (adult size) http://pinterest.com/pin/36099234484036077/
•Small plushie/ami of Gunter the Penguin (from Adventure Time) http://pinterest.com/pin/36099234484159908/
•Lemongrab stenciled/screened t-shirt similar to this one men's size medium http://pinterest.com/pin/36099234484166617/

Mom – A generous, overworked crafty lady dealing with a lot of stress right now. Likes tea, sewing, reading, travelling to hot beachy places. I always have a hard time figuring out what to give her! Allergies: yeast.
•has bad circulation in her hands and feet, so gloves that hold both hands inside would be great! http://pinterest.com/pin/36099234484026018/
•square pattern weights http://pinterest.com/pin/36099234484014213/ (Thanks kaz814!)
•A stuffed plant! http://www.designsponge.com/2012/08/sian-keegan-stuffed-plants.html
(Thanks kaz814!)

Dad – Modern day renaissance man and all around hilarious guy. We like many of the same things, especially when it comes to geekery. No relevant allergies.
•Tintin cross-stitch or embroidery- he loves the old cartoon and the comics. It would be amazing to have a cross-stitch we could frame and hang on the wall in his office. Any character would be great or even a cover if you are feeling inspired Some examples:
http://pinterest.com/pin/36099234483998472/
http://pinterest.com/pin/36099234483998474/
http://pinterest.com/pin/36099234483998482/

Sister D – the sweetest miss ever! Pastry chef and fine artist, loves pigs, painting, and her French Bulldog puppy. No allergies
•A pig pincushion / pins similar to this one: http://pinterest.com/pin/36099234483008873/
• Knitted bow necklace, likes bright (not neon or yellow) colors http://pinterest.com/pin/36099234483071530/
•Crocheted or knitted pig slippers! Size8 http://pinterest.com/pin/36099234483065656/
•A cute retro style apron she can wear when she is working on-site getting cakes set up. Loves 50s palettes of pink, brown, white, vintage teal. Prints like damask or really cute pastry or baked goods prints would also be great (nothing neon). [she’s a bit bigger than me but much bustier, let me know if you need measurements!] Inspiration:
http://pinterest.com/pin/230035493436264644/
http://pinterest.com/pin/177047829070508966/
http://pinterest.com/pin/167618417351362088/
cat pockets! http://pinterest.com/pin/161355599118866385/
kind of modern but looks awesome http://pinterest.com/pin/7740630579073561/
•a crocheted pig mug cozy http://pinterest.com/pin/36099234484166658/

Brother – artist, genius, troublemaker. No allergies.
•knitted tie: http://media-cache-lt0.pinterest.com/upload/36099234483003275_nRrDxEVy_f.jpg

Best Friend J (birthday also in Nov) – A super classy miss with an infusion of punk (leopard, studs) that is willing to do anything for her friends and family but frequently overlooks being nice to herself. I would love to make this Christmas extra special for her because she has had a truly traumatic year and is still able to get out of bed in the morning with a smile. Allergies: Coconut.
•R2D2 Apron similar to:  http://pinterest.com/pin/36099234482960470/
•pyramid studded collar necklace similar to: http://www.etsy.com/listing/88300719/made-to-order-pyramid-studded-collar
•Cool skull earring inspired by these, open to interpretation: http://pinterest.com/pin/171277592048856978/
•Inifinity scarf with bow: http://pinterest.com/pin/36099234484025698/
• Earmuffs similar to these, leopard print with cool faux fur! http://pinterest.com/pin/171277592048975549/
• Beaded peter pan collar (base could be thick fabric, not metal)
http://pinterest.com/pin/171277592048913266/
http://pinterest.com/pin/171277592048786247/
• Collar made from men's dress shirt collar http://pinterest.com/pin/137500594843764223/

Best Friend AP – Accident-prone, loves Star Trek, especially Picard, geekery, books, HP, My Little Pony, sequins, and pink hair. No allergies.
•My Little Pony felt ornaments. Her tree is white with pink and silver decorations so keep that in mind if you use a base/backing color. Some examples:
http://pinterest.com/pin/36099234484025886/
http://pinterest.com/pin/36099234484025901/
Spike http://pinterest.com/pin/36099234483998387/
•Medium hoodie or sweatshirt “Hogwarts Team Captain Quidditch” screened/painted on it like this: http://pinterest.com/pin/36099234484025947/
•Captain Picard stenciled bag http://pinterest.com/pin/36099234484037997/

Family Big Dreams:
Allergies: I’ve got allergies to perfumes, cats, and smoke (plus foods but shouldn’t be an issue).
•a scrabble blanket, could be made out of fleece instead of crocheted. My family LOVES Scrabble and this would be an amazing present. I could totally make the letter tiles myself.
http://pinterest.com/pin/36099234483030640/
•ornaments for a medium sized Adventure Time themed christmas tree! Some ideas:
http://pinterest.com/pin/36099234482960130/
http://pinterest.com/pin/36099234482933287/
http://pinterest.com/pin/36099234484010501/
http://pinterest.com/pin/36099234484010443/
http://pinterest.com/pin/36099234484010444/
•Marceline Felted shadow box! (she's a character in Adventure Time), I could put it in the frame myself if needed http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-AzOo8sP4BiU/UDH29fVSWJI/AAAAAAAAaao/4KfHTD5ZWaY/s1600/P1070180.JPG