The last couple of weeks have been free time for me before returning to full time classes at SCCC. It has been a great time of creating for me, something that is of great importance to me. I've participating in two vintage themed Valentine swap. The swaps are fun: the organizer pairs you up with another participant and each partner shares some basic information about likes/dislikes, color preferences, etc. The idea is to create a love package that includes vintage themed decorating items you think the recipient will like. You should try to include hand made items as possible and the cost should be in the $25.00 range. If you're interested in participating in one, try Google-ing swaps, vintage and the upcoming holiday. There are also tea towel and apron swaps if you're so inclined.
I've already received my package from my partner and it is just wonderful! I can't post pictures of the package until Valentine's Day, but it included chocolate (always a favorite), craft supplies, some beautiful vintage themed cards and boxes.
I've just sent my basket to Ginger and I hope she likes it. Notice I said I made 2 baskets? Well, I have a secret swapper and her basket goes out today. I hope she's happy with her basket also.
The swaps are fun to do but can be time consuming, so I try to stick to one or two per holiday season. One thing I like about them is adding something new to my holiday decor.
School starts today and I'll be taking the following classes: Adobe In Design and Illustrator, a basic class in HTML, print production management, the history of graphic design and advertising and package design. Phew! Five studio classes, which usually take more time to do the homework than other classes. BUT I seem to be heading towards the home stretch of my Graphic Design degree. I've decided to also take a certificate program in Web Development which will add about 4 classes and will push out my graduation to next December.
Twice a year the Craft and Hobby Association holds a buyers market to introduce their new products; it was held this past weekend in Anaheim, CA. There is much chatter on other blogs about the new products coming out and it is fun to follow along from a distance and of course to make up a wish list!
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Carol, I have been snowed in for 4 days, maybe I can get to the Post Office tomorrow to see if your package is there. Can't wait to see it. Glad to see your post. You are a busy lady!!
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I received your beautiful Valentine Swap box and OH MY GOSH!!!! I was smiling so big I thought my face was going to crack. Such beautiful gifts you sent me. The BE MINE banner, the basket you painted and decopauged and added the little pink bird are just gorgeous, and the heart box you made with all the goodies in it with the angel is just beautiful. Love the gloves with the little flowers, I bet you felted that flower, so cute.....I love the socks and the Romantic Homes magazine, the little pictures of the girl, the box of mmmmmmmm chocolate hearts,(I have never seen those, where did you get them?)
ReplyDeleteAll the supplies, stamps, ink pads, glitter, findings, and the great star hangings. I love stars because that was the name of my best friend (dog) that I lost 2 yrs. ago. That touched my heart!!
Thank you Carol, you have been a great partner.
Hugs
Ginger