Exchange Heaven

x-mas in july

2011-09-01T16:37:00.004+01:00

Hello lovelies!

Sorry this comes bit late. I've been so busy with school hardly had no time taking photos.

Here are beautiful gifts I received from Viv last week. All the way from Canada. I know there was a postal strike and I moved last month to another town so it took some time to travel. I was very happy to receive it. I just love everything you've put together Viv! Ornie, lace and the thimble:)

All the best

Niina http://pumpuliinapistelee.blogspot.com

Christmas in July- ornie received

2011-08-23T17:27:00.002+01:00

Thank you very much from the ornament Viv!
It arrived yesterday after travelling a month!

I'll add pictures in the weekend since I don't have my camera with me now.
I got some really beautiful lace and a gorgeus ornament and even a canadian thimble!
I'm so very thrilled. Thank you Viv:)
Niina

Ornie and more

2011-07-28T13:43:00.004+01:00

Here is a pic of the lovely ornament received from Lynn yesterday
for the Christmas in July Exchange .
It is so cute and she sent a few goodies along with it which will
certainly come in handy with the xmas season and all the projects I want to do.
Thank you so much...vivian

Hello Ladies

2011-07-28T08:47:00.003+01:00

Hi all,

I've only just figured out how to post on here lol

My name is Jaclyn and i live in Greater Manchester. I've been stitching for 13 years and love it.

Is there any plans for any more exchanges in the next few months? Looking forward to taking part.

Ornie received...

2011-07-19T13:03:00.000+01:00

My "Christmas in July" Ornament was received from Niina a couple of weeks ago and I have been way behind on posting things to my blog and groups. SO sorry!
She also sent along 3 straw ornies from Finland as well. They are all SO gosh darned CUTE! I love them all!
Thank you so much Niina!

Lynn S. in Mn, USA

Recieved from Lorna!

2011-07-17T22:32:00.002+01:00

Thankyou Lorna for the lovely pinkeep and towel, I can't wait to find an alphabet and stitch it up :). Sorry for the poor photo, hoping to get a better picture during the day.

So glad

2011-07-12T09:14:00.003+01:00

So glad you like him Lorna, I had so much fun stitching him and making it up with that ribbon lol.

(Sorry it won't let me comment lol)

Thank you Maddy

2011-07-12T06:23:00.004+01:00

After not having any internet or phone since last thursday, i am glad to be back online and can now show you this little beauty from Maddy,

isnt he gorgeous, thank you maddy i love him

Xmas in July mailed

2011-07-10T01:55:00.002+01:00

just a quick note to let you know that I have posted my package.
with the postal strike just getting over, hope my package doesn't end up in a basket somewhere as they are not working overtime to clear up the backlog. So it may take a little longer to get to its destination.
vivian

X-Mas in July exchange updates!

2011-07-09T02:41:00.002+01:00

Hi all exchangers please post here an update as to if you shipped your package out yet. Also then post when you have received your package.

Thank you,

Kyla

I'm sorry too - update...

2011-07-05T10:38:00.003+01:00

Unfortunately I am in the same dilemma as Lorna, I have it stitched but not made up. Needed to wait for threads and now I'm stuck as to how to make it up, I should be able to get it in the post by the weekend.

Edited to say:
Posted my exchange Thursday! Hope my partner likes it!

sorry

2011-07-04T17:27:00.001+01:00

my exchange is going to be ever so slightly late, i have finished stitching but not finishing, should be out by the weekend, dont know where the time goes, and i thought it was the middle of the month until i came to check just in case lol

sorry again
lorna x

New Memeber

2011-06-14T18:37:00.002+01:00

Hello I am new to this blog. My name is Pam and I have been stitching for quiet sometime now. I am a military wife and mother. Both my husband and daughter are in the Navy. I have a small daycare in my home so this allows me to be home for my family. Hope to be able to stitch a few projects for exchange.

Another new member

2011-05-22T20:20:00.002+01:00

Hi all, I am a new member and ahould tell you a little about myself.

I will have a noughty birthday this year, and have a son who had a noughty birthday on the 21st May and my daugher who is 6 years old.

I have been stitching for the past 16 years, and I have been quilting for the last 3 years. I like doing exchanges and look forward to taking part in exchanges.

New Member

2011-04-24T17:19:00.000+01:00

Hi Everyone!

I've just joined this Blog, so thought I'd tell you something about myself:
My name is Lynn, and I'm a 40-something Primary School Teacher and Guide Guider. I am married with 3 'grown up' children of 21, 20 and 17. I have been stitching for more than 24 years, and I have a blog here, where I show my progress on my WIPs and UFOs and chat about life in general.

Looking forward to exchanging with you soon!

X-mas in July exchange now open

2011-04-20T12:35:00.003+01:00

If you wish to join this exchange please sign up by May 22nd 2011, partners will be emailed to you by June 1st 2011and mail-out by July 3rd 2011.

The usual rules apply for the exchange, the item must be stitched and finished!

Please comment on this post if you wish to join in and then email me at kymacc@gmail.com with your full details, including full name, address, email and if you are happy to post overseas.

SEASIDE EXCHANGE CANCELLED

2011-03-31T13:31:00.000+01:00

due to lack of interest I have decided to put this exchange on hold at the moment...sorry to the few that expressed an interest...I hope to run it later.

Thanks

Elisa x

SEASIDE/BEACH THEMED EXCHANGE

2011-03-10T14:45:00.000Z

SIGN UP'S NOW OPEN

If you wish to join this exchange please sign up by 30th March 2011, partners will be emailed to you by 6th April 2011and mail-out by 20th May2011.

The usual rules apply for the exchange, the item must be stitched and finished!

Please comment on this post if you wish to join in and then email me at paperfaerie@rocketmail.com with your full details, including full name, address, email and if you are happy to post overseas.

Looking forward to hosting this exchange
Elisa x

Exchange Received ~Royal Mail~

2011-03-07T22:14:00.004Z

Hey all...
I received my exchange from Maddy in the Buttons and Thimble exchange.
Isn't this the cutest pillow? I hope the little beads and buttons show up good for you to see too! What a great choice for the backside fabric too! I LOVE it!
Thanks so much Maddy!

Buttons & Thimbles

2011-02-28T10:45:00.000Z

My exchange piece will be in the post this afternoon, sorry for the delay... x

Picture!

2011-02-28T10:41:00.003Z

I am back at work so whilst on my break here is the exchange piece I received from Lynn.

I absolutely love it Lynn, thankyou so much for a lovely exchange, and thankyou also for the needles, they are always handy xxx

received from lynn

2011-02-26T23:07:00.002Z

I arrived home today to find a sweet exchange piece from Lynn which I just adore! I have uploaded pics to Flickr from my phone, however don't have internet at home and can't copy and paste links on my phone :( click on my last photo and it should take you to my Flickr photo stream xxx

From Vivian

2011-02-26T10:08:00.001Z

As promised her is a photo of the gorgeous exchange package from Vivian,,,she must know me too well as my favourite colour is PINK…it is perfect for me and I just adore the little crochet thimble pouch…fantastic!!

Thanks again Vivian….also thanks for the postcard that arrived this morning too!!

Hugs & Stitches

Elisa x

Arrived from Vivian

2011-02-25T13:10:00.000Z

a gorgeous Buttons and Thimbles package....which I LOVE so much....a picture will follow as the light today is non existant....Thanks Vivian

Hugs & Stitches

Elisa x

It has arrived....

2011-02-24T16:22:00.005Z

My Buttons n Thimble exchange. What a beautiful pouch lined with felt. The colors are fabulous and the buttons way too cute, I just love them. I love the design from San Man Originals "Funky Flowers", a fabulous finish with a ribbon sewed on the back that says "Stitched by Elisa".

Thank you so much Elisa,
I will find a special place for this...
ttfn....Vivian

2011-02-21T22:39:00.002Z

Hello...
My Buttons and Thimbles exchange is on it's way to it's new owner!
Be on the look out!
Have a great week everyone!

Lynn S. in Mn, USA

buttons n thimble on its way

2011-02-18T11:27:00.002Z

I went to the post office yesterday also and the package is on its way.
vivian

Button & Thimble Exchange..

2011-02-15T14:22:00.000Z

my package is on its way to my partner over the big blue sea!!
Elisa x

A Love Bug!

2011-02-08T16:34:00.002Z

I received a gorgeous package in the mail this morning…it was my Valentine’s Exchange from Lynn …isn’t it gorgeous…i just love that little ladybug flatfold!! Thank you so much Lynn…I LOVE it!!

Hugs & Stitches

Elisa x

Valentines Exchange Received

2011-02-02T08:55:00.001Z

Received my Valentines Exchange piece from Carol yesterday and it is gorgeous! I LOVE IT! Thankyou so much, and I love the card too.

Thanks again!

Buttons n Thimble exchange

2011-02-01T16:58:00.001Z

I have put the names of all participating in this exchange on the sidebar.
If I have forgotten anyone, please let me know, right away.

I will be sending all the emails soon.

Have fun, ttfn....vivian

Valentines Exchange Rec'd

2011-02-01T03:31:00.005Z

Rec'd my Valentines Exchange from Vivian the other day. Sorry as am a bit late posting. I LOVE what she made for me and have it hanging up in a special wall area of my sewing room. She also added in a small wooden needle holder as well as her post card from sunny Florida!
Thank you again Vivian for such a cute little exchange.

Lynn S. in Mn.

Lorna Simons is fundraising for Cancer Research UK

2011-01-31T17:23:00.001Z

Lorna Simons is fundraising for Cancer Research UK

i am doing the 10k race for life on 26th june in loughborough,
i would love your support for this fantastic cause,
any donations however small, would be fantastic.

lorna x

here's my valentine exch pic

2011-01-29T21:18:00.002Z

This is what I received from Maddy, so so cute and practical.
A little bag with a stitched piece sewn on and what perfect colors and fabric.. Those little heart charm are so cute there.
thank you so much.....vivian

Valentines exchange

2011-01-26T22:08:00.003Z

Hello all...
A note to let you know my Valentines package is off to it's new owner today!

Lynn S. in Mn, USA
http://needles-and-quilter-me.blogspot.com/

Valentine's Package has arrived from .......

2011-01-26T17:50:00.000Z

Sue D. It is gorgeous. Thank you Sue.

Valentines Exchange

2011-01-25T21:52:00.000Z

Hi ladies. Happy New Year to you all.

My package went out in the mail today.

Carol H.

Strange...

2011-01-24T22:41:00.002Z

For some reason I have been unable to comment on posts despite being a member of the blog so thought I would make a post instead.

I'm a little worried about my Valentine's Exchange piece as it has now been 2 weeks since I mailed it.

Also I would like to join in the Buttons & Thimbles exchange, although don't have a chart as yet, I love the theme though!

Think that's it, also looking forward to seeing what everyone has stitched for the Valentines Exchange.

SIGN UPS ARE NOW OPEN…

2011-01-24T21:59:00.002Z

The theme for this exchange is buttons n thimble. You must have a thimble and buttons somewhere in the exchange, on your design or included in the package. No extras unless it is buttons or thimbles. The usual rules apply for the exchange, an item must be stitched and finished (I thought a pocket or pouch would be a great finish but I leave that up to everyone’s creativity, as long as it is finished).

For the Buttons n Thimble Pocket exch...sign up by 31^st January, 2011. Partners will be emailed to you by Feb 2^nd, 2011 and stitched piece to be mailed out by 1^st March 2011.

Leave a comment on this post if you wish to join this exchange and then email me with your full name, mailing address, email. My email is on the sidebar.

Have fun with this one, I am sure everyone has lots of buttons laying around.

Vivian

(hope I didn't forget anything, this is my first time doing this)

valentine exch mailed

2011-01-24T20:45:00.002Z

just quick note to let you know that I have posted my valentine exch.
to my secret partner, shouldn't be long..:)
vivian

Intoduction

2011-01-23T09:11:00.003Z

Hello you all!

My name is Niina and I'm the newest member here.
About me.. I live in Finland I'm 23 years old. I've been stitching since I was 15.
Things I love: cats, sea, autumn, halloween, christmas, cute things, teddy bears.. ect

You are welcome to visit my blog http://pumpuliinapistelee.blogspot.com

I have two cats Noki and Pumpuli (always playing with my threads).

I'm happy to get to know you all
Happy stitching
Niina

Just Over A Week…

2011-01-22T10:01:00.002Z

to go until the mailing deadline for the Valentine’s Exchange…please contact me at paperfaerie@rocketmail.com if there is going to be a problem with you mailing on time.
PLEASE also can you post a photo and message to blog when you have received your piece…we all like to share your delight!!
Thanks In Advance

Exchange posted

2011-01-17T21:08:00.000Z

I actually managed to get to the post office today to send off my exchange so it should take about a week to get there,

love and hugs,

Sue xx

Valentines Exchange mailed

2011-01-10T20:08:00.001Z

Took it to the post office this afternoon, not sure how long it will get take to get to it's destination, my last one took longer than expected.

Thank you Elisa

2011-01-10T10:11:00.000Z

You beat me to it as I was just about to put a photo up. I've had a bug for the last half of the week and vistors at the weekend so this is the first opportunity to get on the computer.

It is a gorgeous pillow and I am so lucky to have received it. Mine will be on its way this week as soon as I can get out to the post office.

Love and hugs,

Sue xx

Exchange for Sue

2011-01-10T08:03:00.001Z

Sue messaged me to let me know she has received the pillow I stitched for her, for the Valentine’s Exchange

Caroline Hofstede – Cosmic Handmade

“Love Is In The Air” freebie

32c misc evenweave & DMC threads

Hugs & Stitches

Xmas ornament

2011-01-09T15:00:00.001Z

Haven't been able to post pics recently but have found I can use Flikr now so here is the piece I received and the piece I sent. Both photos are clickable.

Here is the piece I received from Lucy. She also included some little pressies including an Tiny Treasure kit, a snowman ornament and a bag of choccies for Joey. Thanks Lucy they were all gorgeous!

Here is the ornament I sent to Vivian of a reindeer in the moonlight, the moon has a sparkly thread for it that doesn't show up in the picture.

Thankyou for a lovely exchange ladies.

Valentines Exchange

2011-01-09T14:59:00.000Z

I have it all packaged and will be mailing out my piece tomorrow after work.

Valentines Exchange Mailed

2011-01-04T13:40:00.001Z

I mailed out my piece to my partner today…it should take a week or so.

Hugs & Stitches

Elisa x

Just a wondering....

2010-12-20T01:35:00.002Z

If anyone else has received their ornament from the ornament exchange? I'm still waiting to hear if mine reached it's destination and if anyone else is going to post a photo?
I want to post the one I made on my blog but don't want to ruin it for my exchange partner if she hasn't received.
How about it??

Merry Christmas to everyone tho too!

Lynn S. in MN, USA

Partners for the Valentines Exchange..

2010-12-12T15:30:00.001Z

...have now been emailed out...please check your inbox!!

Happy Exchanging

Elisa x

My Ornie has arrived....

2010-12-08T20:41:00.003Z

Thanks so much to Vivian for the great little ornament she made and sent to me! I love it! She also sent along several items of goodies (flosses, little shopping bag, post card, stick pins and some button snowflakes as well! oh? Did I mention the CHOCOLATE MINTS?? ha!So much FUN to open! Thank you again Vivian for the great exchange!
Merry Christmas!

Lynn S. in MN, USA

Christmas Ornie

2010-12-08T13:30:00.001Z

Has everyone else had their ornaments fromt his exchange? I posted mine and have seen confirmations its arrived, but still have not received anything

Valentines Exchange Sign Up CLOSED

2010-12-06T17:53:00.000Z

Thanks to everyone who has joined in this exchange sign up's have now closed...please could Vivian & Carol email me with their adresses etc so that I can send out partners...

Many Thanks

Elisa x

SIGNS UP'S NOW OPEN

2010-12-06T17:24:00.000Z

For the Valentines Exchange...sign up by 6th December, partners will be emailed to you by 11th December and mail-out by 31st January 2011.

The usual rules apply for the exchange, the item must be stitched and finished!

Please comment on this post if you wish to join in and then email me with your full details, including full name, address, email and if you are happy to post overseas.

Looking forward to hosting this exchange

Elisa x

Any More....

2010-12-05T09:31:00.000Z

sign ups for the Valentines Exchange...it closes tomorrow...please email me at paperfaerie@rocketmail.com if you wish to join in.

Many thanks

post ed my ornie

2010-12-04T04:21:00.001Z

My ornie went in the mail two days ago, I have been unable to post until now but it should not take too long to get there.
I don't know if we wait until xmas day to open the package?
Still waiting for mine.
Vivian

Xmas Ornament Exchange

2010-12-03T19:01:00.003Z

My ornament exchange piece went into the post today after trudging through the snow lol. The queue was the longest I've seen but I wasn't deterred. Joey spent the time playing his DS so he wasn't bored. I hope it gets to it's destination OK as it has some way to go.

Also I received mine this morning. Am I right in us opening them on Christmas day???

Xmas exchange....ready to post

2010-11-30T19:27:00.000Z

you should be ready to post out by now...........
with all the snow about we need to give them as much time as possible to get where they need to be.

lorna x

Thankyou

2010-11-07T15:47:00.002Z

Thankyou to my stitcher Lucy,I love all my gifts as you can see the chocolate has gone!

x :0)

ATC received

2010-11-04T20:54:00.003Z

Hi

Just to let you know I received a gorgeous atc from Maddy today - Thank you Maddy x

ATC posted...

2010-11-04T10:58:00.004Z

My ATC was taken to the Post office yesterday and should arrive by next week :)

ATC received..

2010-11-02T11:34:00.000Z

I recieved my ATC exchange piece from Claire on Saturday morning and I've finally taken a picture of it although my picture quality is horrible lol.

Thankyou for my card Claire, I love the little spider lol.

ATC exchange

2010-11-01T15:55:00.000Z

Hi

Just a quickie to say my atc has been sent x

ornie exchange ....

2010-10-31T18:29:00.001Z

details have gone out, please let me know you have received them,
any problems let me know
happy stitching all
lorna x

LAST CALL...

2010-10-25T05:50:00.001+01:00

for christmas ornie exchange, partners going out very soon.

CHRISTMAS ORNIE EXCHANGE signup here

2010-10-13T05:38:00.003+01:00

As the ATCers carry on with their exchange i am opening signups for the CHRISTMAS ORNIE exchange
this is to stitch and finish a hanging or standing ornie for you partner that must be posted by dec 1st to make sure it arrives for christmas,
thats easy enough isnt it.

the usual conditions apply, posting by recorded unless overseas, be prepared to replace if it goes missing, please leave message when posting and when receiving etc etc

if you would like to join then please leave a message or email
lmr.simons@btinternet.com

2011 Exchanges

2010-10-08T10:13:00.000+01:00

I have started a calendar of exchanges for 2011 in the sidebar, if you would like to sign up for any of these please comment on this post or if you have an ideas for exchanges for other months please do the same.

Many thanks
Elisa x

Just a Reminder

2010-10-06T06:32:00.002+01:00

to all those that want to join in the ATC exchange and haven't get sent me their details, Monday is the last day for signing up.
Email me at loopylou1966@hotmail.co.uk with your details, and don't forget to have fun

How to make an ATC

2010-09-29T13:23:00.000+01:00

For those of you that are interested in this exchange, you may find the following tutorial helpful - http://www.wikihow.com/Make-Artist-Trading-Cards

Remember our art for this piece will be a cross stitch design that will be appropriate for the size. If you click on the following link, you will see an ATC I did last year for an exchange - http://loopylousadventuresintohandicrafts.blogspot.com/2009/09/cross-stitch-atc.html

Hope this helps. Sign up closes 11th October

ATC Swap

2010-09-27T07:07:00.000+01:00

Following on from Maddy's post, we thought it might be an idea to arrange an ATC exchange.

An artist trading card (or ATC for short) is a tiny, original piece of art created with the intention of swapping or trading it with another artist, not selling it. The one rule an artist trading card must adhere to is the size. An ATC must be 2.5x3.5 inches or 64x89 mm.

The art for us would be our stitching, so we would find a design that would be an appropriate size. On the reverse would go your name, the name of the piece(if there is one), and the date.

Would all those that are interested in an exchange please email me with their names and addresses by 11th October and we would get them sent out to our partners by the end of the month.

My email is loopylou1966@hotmail.co.uk. Please feel free to ask for any help along the way, and we will try and point you in the right direction. The important thing to remember, these are quick and fun to make, and make for a great collection.

hi everyone

2010-09-26T10:42:00.002+01:00

Sorry I have been away for so long, I became so involved in University that I just couldn't find the time to visit all my blogs and message boards except facebook every now and then.

Anyway now that I am working and have a fairly reliable internet source I need to get my stitching MOJO back.

I do love this exchange blog and enjoyed all the exchanges I took part in before my disappearing act.

I was thinking that I haven't ever made an ATC and was wondering if anybody else had. Would anyone mind doing an ATC exchange at all?

lovely package arrived today

2010-09-25T21:06:00.004+01:00

I was away visiting my mother (sickness). She is 90 and loves the company. She is better now.
Neway this is what was waiting for me, from Jane, when I got home .
Thank you so much for the lovely package. It was wrapped in that beautiful fabric in the background.
Thank you again Jane, it is lovely and I appreciate very much.
Vivian

Need some help....

2010-08-26T05:58:00.003+01:00

Ok guys i need some help here, i have lately been neglecting "Exchange Heaven" i am sorry about that but with my new business i am just so busy working every day without a day off...

so i am asking is there anyone out there that would like to help out on here, arrange exchanges, sort partners and just keep things ticking along nicely, i will still be here and still want to do exchanges, it doesn't have to be one person it can be a couple so you can take it in turns so it doesn't become to much for one.

plus i want us to grow so advertise and get some new exchangers in and new ideas flowing etc etc...

anyone up for the challenge......

Thanks Lorna

2010-08-25T07:01:00.000+01:00

Thanks Lorna, it's lovely, I have a project on the go now, and this will be perfect for it. I love both sides, but the white one is my favourite.

Thank you Lynn-edited to add pic-

2010-08-24T15:03:00.003+01:00

here it is....

For my gorgeous bobbin, it is lovely,thank you , i will take a pic as soon as i can actualy find some batteries that work in my camera
it is lovely with my name on and a gorgeous butterfly,

and i have just realised i didnt take a pic of the one i sent either... head like a seive lol

thanks again lynn

lorna x x

Received

2010-08-21T08:30:00.001+01:00

Hi I have received my Floss tag exchange from Vivian, Thank you Vivian it is gorgeous,

Thank you again

2010-08-20T18:06:00.003+01:00

Hello...Just a note to let you know I received my floss tag exchange in the mail from Rachael all the way over in the UK. I have been gone for a couple of weeks again but hopefully am back home now for a longer period of time. I have also sent off my floss tag (on time) but am waiting to hear if it was received. I will then post both tags on my blog as well.
Thanks so much!

Lynn S. in Mn.
needles-and-quilter-me.blogspot.com

Oops Sorry...

2010-08-11T00:06:00.000+01:00

Mine will be going out in the morning, I had forgot to take it with me so I could post it when I was away.
Sorry for the delay!

2010-08-09T19:34:00.001+01:00

Hi Everyone...
Just a note..My little package is on the way to its new owner! Hopefully it will get to you very soon!

Lynn S.in Mn.

parcel on it's way

2010-08-09T16:12:00.001+01:00

Just to let you all know that one floss tag is on it's way to it's new owner.
I hope it doesn't get lost along the way.
Vivian

Sorry guys

2010-08-06T06:41:00.001+01:00

ok so this is realy bad of me, but unavoidable, i am going to be late with mine!
have had a realy bad couple of weeks with car problems and have been here there and every where trying to find one and havnt had time to get mine finished and posted, am away for the weekend but as soon as i am back i will be on it and get it finished
soo sorry, hope my partner will forgive me!
lorna x

Floss Tag on it's way

2010-07-31T05:54:00.000+01:00

Just to let you know, my floss tag was posted to it's new home yesterday. It has a little way to travel, so should arrive sometime next week.

Emails gone out.....

2010-07-08T19:18:00.001+01:00

those in the floss bobbin exchange should hopefuly have received emails with your partners on,
please let me know that you have received them ok

happy stitching all

lorna x

NEW EXCHANGE FLOSS BOBBINSIGN UP CLOSED

2010-06-24T06:43:00.003+01:00

ok, i am just about to sort out partners, watch your emails tomorrow.

ok here we go lets get this moving again with something small

A Floss bobbin
you can either use an eyelet for it or if thats not possible a small loop of ribbon will do a great job
any theme

sign up till 5th july
then i will get partners out before i go away on my holidays
posting date 5th August

Reminder....
remember you must be prepared to make an item of good quality and have it posted by 5th August,
if the item should go missing you must be prepared to replace it.
if posting within the uk please post recorded.
please post on here when you have posted and when you have received

so who wants to play?

lorna x

A New Member...

2010-06-23T22:40:00.004+01:00

Hello all!
I am new to the group and love doing cross stitching, smaller quilting projects, and a bit of hardanger too when in the mood. I came across this group the other day while looking at another blog site and love participating in exchanges so decided to join the group.
I live on the "Iron Range" of Northeastern Minnesota, USA but I grew up in central Mn. I am, 58, and retired from working full time when my husband retired almost 3 years ago. Before I retired I worked in fabrics/crafts as a Dept. Mgr. for many years. You can imagine the stash I have!?!? LOL We have 3 grown children who all live away from home and 2 grand children.
I'm looking forward to making some new stitching friends. Please feel free to stop by my blog and see some of my past exchange projects and leave a comment if you'd like!
Take care!

Lynn
http://needles-and-quilter-me.blogspot.com/

OK GUYS

2010-06-23T06:06:00.001+01:00

are we going to get this place moving again, say YEAH if your still here lol

who wants to do a little exchange to get us moving again
what do you fancy?

take care all
lorna x

OK GUYS

2010-06-23T06:06:00.000+01:00

are we going to get this place moving again, say YEAH if your still here lol

2010-04-07T08:55:00.004+01:00

Gorgeous cushions everyone!

2010-03-26T22:51:00.003Z

As my internet for some reason doesn't like letting me post comments I thought it best to say a big congratulations to everyone as all the cushions have turned out gorgeous just like the rest of our exchanges.

Here is the cushion I received from Jane, I'm so sorry I haven't been on to post sooner, I received it at least a couple of weeks ago. It is just so sweet! Thankyou jane!

Thankyou again Jane!

NEW EXCHANGE-FLAT FOLD

2010-03-26T18:53:00.002Z

ok, the next exchange
this one is a flat fold, the design is your choice but it must be AT LEAST 50x50st in size

you have until 15th April to sign up and until end of May to have your design with your partner.

if posting within the uk you must post recorded delivery, if your item should disappear in the post you must replace it.

so would would like to play.

Thank you Maddison

2010-03-26T14:35:00.000Z

Woo Hoo Look at my Cushion from Maddison, It's gorgeous, and beautifully made and my fave colour!!!

And it fits perfectly in my chair.

Thank you again Maddison

PILLOW ARRIVED

2010-03-10T20:08:00.003Z

WOW, I couldn't have asked for something better for me.
I LOVE strawberries (ask my DH) and when I saw it, I couldn't understand why I did not have that pattern.
Thank you so much Lorna, what a bright spot this pillow makes in our LR and every time I look at it.
was also trying to figure out how you sewed it and beyond me......!!!!

vivian

Thank you Vivan

2010-03-06T09:56:00.002Z

The postman almost forgot to deliver this yesterday, he'd pushed my mail through and then knocked on the door a few minutes later with this saying he almost forgot, lol.

Vivan stitched this perfectly for me and she sent some great goodies too.

But not only that she also stitched a bookmark as well and pinned it to the back
Thank you so much Vivan, I love it and have it sat on my table so I can see it whenever I look up

Thank you, Lucy

2010-03-06T08:51:00.000Z

I received this gorgeous cushion from Lucy yesterday. The postman had tried to deliver earlier in the week, but I was out. It was well worth the wait and I am enhoying looking at it when I'm sat in the living room.

Thank you, Lucy

Wonderful cushion received

2010-03-03T15:03:00.001Z

Here is the lovely cushion and extras from Lindsay.. it is all beautiful and such a lovely surprise.
I have always loved this design when I saw some one else had stitched it and it is perfectly stitched.

Included were some fantastic fabric with all stitchy bits on it and some smelly thread.. all wonderful.
Thank you indeed Lindsay I am delighted.
Chris x

February Exchange

2010-03-02T20:48:00.001Z

Mine was posted today. Once again, sorry for the delay x

pillow on its way

2010-02-27T00:43:00.001Z

My pillow has been posted today Friday, Feb 26. Should be there within 7-10 days.
Can't wait to see mine ;)

vivian

Apologies

2010-02-25T13:12:00.001Z

My cushion, finished as it is, will unfortunately have to wait until Monday/Tuesday to be posted.. I had money put by to post it, but we ran out of electricity, so that became the priority. Will let you know when it is posted, and will send it recorded, as always x

LHN Cushion

2010-02-24T20:36:00.003Z

As promised, here is the picture of the lovely cushion Chris sent me :)

Once again, thanks very much Chris, it is lovely, and sat pride of place, next to my big Tigger :)

Exchange Heaven

x-mas in july

Christmas in July- ornie received

Ornie and more

Hello Ladies

Ornie received...

Recieved from Lorna!

So glad

Thank you Maddy

Xmas in July mailed

X-Mas in July exchange updates!

I'm sorry too - update...

sorry

New Memeber

Another new member

New Member

X-mas in July exchange now open

SEASIDE EXCHANGE CANCELLED

SEASIDE/BEACH THEMED EXCHANGE

Exchange Received ~Royal Mail~

Buttons & Thimbles

Picture!

received from lynn

From Vivian

Arrived from Vivian

It has arrived....

buttons n thimble on its way

Button & Thimble Exchange..

A Love Bug!

Valentines Exchange Received

Buttons n Thimble exchange

Valentines Exchange Rec'd

Lorna Simons is fundraising for Cancer Research UK

here's my valentine exch pic

Valentines exchange

Valentine's Package has arrived from .......

Valentines Exchange

Strange...

SIGN UPS ARE NOW OPEN…

valentine exch mailed

Intoduction

Just Over A Week…

Exchange posted

Valentines Exchange mailed

Thank you Elisa

Exchange for Sue

Xmas ornament

Valentines Exchange

Valentines Exchange Mailed

Just a wondering....

Partners for the Valentines Exchange..

My Ornie has arrived....

Christmas Ornie

Valentines Exchange Sign Up CLOSED

SIGNS UP'S NOW OPEN

Any More....

post ed my ornie

Xmas Ornament Exchange

Xmas exchange....ready to post

Thankyou

ATC received

ATC posted...

ATC received..

ATC exchange

ornie exchange ....

LAST CALL...

**CHRISTMAS ORNIE EXCHANGE** signup here

2011 Exchanges

Just a Reminder

How to make an ATC

ATC Swap

hi everyone

lovely package arrived today

Need some help....

Thanks Lorna

Thank you Lynn-edited to add pic-

Received

Oops Sorry...

parcel on it's way

Sorry guys

CHRISTMAS ORNIE EXCHANGE signup here

NEW EXCHANGE FLOSS BOBBINSIGN UP CLOSED

NEW EXCHANGE-FLAT FOLD