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Reopening of the Creative Exchange:
Unfortunately I wasn't my normal Virgo self and didn't do a backup of my own thread for the Creative Exchange which is what I normally do. So apparently Mercury is deciding it is going to make itself known that it is in Retro. :rolleyes: I am not going to try to to remember everything that I posted but will go through the basics again:
This Creative Exchange is called ReGifting Relief. You grap something from around your house that has been gifted to you that you either A) Don't like or B) No longer have a use for. It can't be something that no one else would like either though...kinda has to be decent overall. You can go "shopping" at friends, family, and strangers if you're so brave for things that they no longer want. Have no issue with this...besides spring is here and is a good time to clean out some of the stuff you no longer want, right? ;)
Creative Exchanges are about making things, does it have to be everything you send? No or nothing at all. However there is a 50 dollar limit on this, this is just to keep the playing field level and even for everyone involved. We are in a tough enconomy right at the moment and this is going to be depressing and stressful enough we don't need to make it any harder on ourselves. This Exchange is suppose to be a pick-me-up, not all that stressful. In truth I can't make you prove what you can or can't spend, it is your money so your decision over all. I am asking that you try to keep it to that 50 dollar limit so everyone can simply enjoy the Exchange and not be concerned with not being able to "compete" with someone else's package. This is a currency exchanger: XC.com (http://www.xe.com/ucc/) for other people outside of the US can convertor their currency to see how much it is. A way to cheat is just a deck of cards is 20 dollars, some with books are between 25-30 US Dollars.
Themes:
If some of you need themes, you can pick one item and based your theme around that. Spring is coming which is another one. Another would be a tarot/oracle based package. So there is a great deal of freedom allowed to you. You do NOT have to send a tarot deck if you choose not too however it should have one or two items that are tarot based. IE: Books, spread cloths, bags, incence, candles if your exchangee likes such things when they do readings.
Important Dates: (this I was bright enough to write down. :P)
SIGNUP: Jan 09-Jan 23
CREATIVE PERIOD: Jan 24- March 29
SHIP WEEK: March 30-April 04
The dates are such so you can have time to create something from start to finish if you so choose. The week for shipping is just for flexibility only, however I do kinda except everyone to be able to ship within that given week time. If you can't PLEASE bring this to your partner's or my attention as soon as possible.
Side Notes:
I don't have the time to make sure you haven't been paired with someone recently so please speak up if that happens and I'll try to change it.
Be creative as possible, even if you have no skills with things you can make a package where you gift the person with things so they can create their own project.
Most importantly, do NOT leave your parnter standing if you do you will NOT be allowed to join anything else I join and will make notes to pass on to anyone else who does exchanges.
IF you have skipped on another Exchange run by SoS and myself you're not allowed to join either. This is something I do take serious. People put a lot of time, effort and love into their packages I do not like to see them burned and will try to prevent it from happening. Unfortunately I don't have to resources to send out things for those who have had this happened.
I do work overnight Tues-Sat 10pm-7am CST so if you do have questions please bare with me as I am the only one running this Exchange. I will try to get back to you as soon as I can. Also have a bad habit of skimming something so please point it out if I missed something. :|
By the way, I would actually like the ugly, glaring purple elephant...:D :P
For everyone who already signed up I'm terribly sorry but yet again I didn't right it down so if you could please sign up again. I promise to write it down this time!
Sign Ups and Partners, where you're willing to ship too!
Jyscal......................UK/Aussie
stefficus...................US(preferred)/Canada
Horace.....................Internationally
cardlady22................US(N/S)/US
Vladaria....................Internationally
Quester.....................US
Sinduction..................US
afrosaxon...................US
schmedrake................US
JennyFunk..................US
red has recieved packages, if I'm off please let me know!
Parnters that Recieved Their Package
Jyscal (from Horace)
Sinduction (from Quester)
Quester (from CardLady22)
JennyFunk (from Sinduction)
Horace (from schmedrake)
CardLady22 (from afrosaxon)
stefficus (from JennyFunk)
schmedrake (from stefficus)
afrosaxon (from Vladaria)
Seriously going to cheat and use the same questionnaire that I've used before. Feel free to add other information if you feel that I've missed something.
0. ALLERGIES:
1. What colors do you like? Please be more specific then "earth tones" or "cool colors"
2. Do you wear jewelry? If yes, what types? Silver, gold, crafty, polished, small, large OR If you don't wear jewerly?
3. What smells do you like? Flowery, fruity, powered, light, loud (allergic)
4. Candles or incense? (allergic)
5. Do you like body care items? Soaps, lotions, bath salts, etc (allergic)
6. Food items? Tea, coffee, cookies, chocolate, etc (allergic)
7. Do you collect anything?
8. Hobbies? obviously besides tarot/oralces
9. Favorite animals/trees/flowers/herbs/etc
10. Favorite types of books? (yup comics count so do cookbooks)
11. Types of movies?
12. Clothes? Thinking more of scarves or wrap (allergic)
13. Other divination tools that you like to use or would like? OR Types that you don't like?
14. One item that you really would want to have?
15. What do you absolutely hate or do not want?
16. What types of things you like?
17. What types of things can't you stand?
18. Any other directions/info for your partner? Example(s): non-smoking, no pets, etc
Optional: What path of religion do you practice? AT'ers are mix of beliefs, want this to be fun and not offend anyone even on accident.
Hi tabi. Id love to still ce past of the exchange. Ive also made a note of the dates because i forgot them last time as well! Im willing to ship to the U.K or australia as i said before im not to sure of the shipping costs to the U.S, but will check in to it in case im needed. Good with everything! Question: 0.) Allergies==> none. 1.) colours==> Blue, red, purple, yellow. 2.) wear jewellery==> yes, silver. 3.)smells==> flowery, fruity. 4.) body care==> dont really use it, but would'nt mind trying. 5.)candles, inscence==> yes. 6.)food items==> coffee, chocolate. 7.) collect anything==> rocks from different locations. 8.)hobbies==> playing guitar, reading novels. 9.) favourite animal, favourite flower==> cat, rose. 10.)books i like==> mystery, fantasy, horror, thriller. 11.)movies i like==> comedy, fantasy, horror. 12.) other divination tools==> would like to look into Runes. 13.) most wanted==> Thoth deck. 14.)anything beautifull or abstract. Hope this is ok!
stefficus
13-01-2009, 19:26
i'm in, i'm in!
US shipping preferred, but will ship to canada if necessary.
i'll probably put the questionaire on my profile if that works for everyone.
Fill out the questionnaire how you feel works but make sure to point your partner to it.
Jyscal I'm so happy you're excited about this but umm...your questionnaire is a tad confusing. Would you mind terribly putting spaces between each question? Please??Fill out the questionnaire how you feel works but make sure to point your partner to it.
Jyscal I'm so happy you're excited about this but umm...your questionnaire is a tad confusing. Would you mind terribly putting spaces between each question? Please??
When you fill out the questionnaire fill it out as specifically as possible, this is to everyone! If you like to read put down what types of books you like to read or authors who are your favorites.
For me: Books: Anything on occult, witchcraft, religion in general. Fiction more paranormal twist the better. Kim Harrison, Neil Gaiman, and would like to read Terry Prachett's DiscWorld or get the last Harry Potter book: The Deadly Hallows.
Again this would be what mine would look like, this is so your partner can get a feel for your taste. Saying you like to read or watch movies leaves a huge gap of space of things you don't like. Because I like movies but will NOT watch any horror films and don't really want any. Am I making sense to ya?
I'm in still. shipping internationally and I don't care what you send me. I can always re-gift it!:) Hh
cardlady22
13-01-2009, 22:17
Jot me back down for North/South America & UK if need be.
0. ALLERGIES: ~*~ pets, most scents, base metals
1. What colors do you like? ~*~ jewel tones of purple, blue, green
2. Do you wear jewelry? ~*~ pierced ears, prefer sterling silver
3. What smells do you like? ~*~ NONE
4. Candles or incense? ~*~ NONE
5. Do you like body care items? ~*~ NONE
6. Food items? ~*~ NONE
7. Do you collect anything? ~*~ unusual playing card decks, trading card games (Bella Sara, Pokemon, Neopets)
8. Hobbies? ~*~ lore-based jewelry design (Hint: components?)
9. Favorite animals/trees/flowers/herbs/etc ~*~ no specific favorites, but I love actual photos of pristine places!
10. Favorite types of books? ~*~ fantasy, science fiction, historical fiction; NO erotic content or horror
11. Types of movies? family classics, action/adventure, book-to-movie
12. Clothes? ~*~ loose-fitting T shirts, US size 1X (I'm in FL you know); NO glitter or plastic/puffy paint
13. Other divination tools that you would like? ~*~ 13 stone Witch's Rune set (I have the Sheppard book)
14. One item that you really would want to have? LoS Tarot of the New Vision MINI
15. What do you absolutely hate or do not want? ~*~ Yu-Gi-Oh, World of Warcraft, Oriental dragons, stuffed animals!
16. What types of things you like? ~*~ Renaissance festivals, Western/medieval style dragons, fairies (Nene & Jessica-style)
17. What types of things can't you stand? ~*~ Simpsons, Family Guy, South Park, modern romance novels, scratchy/stringy cloth
18. Any other directions/info for your partner? ~*~ non-smoking, no pets; if possible use Delivery Confirmation- I'm on a rural route with changing drivers
Optional: What path of religion do you practice? ~*~ I find value in all
I'm in still. shipping internationally and I don't care what you send me. I can always re-gift it!:) Hh
LOL There is the spirit Horace!
Vladaria
14-01-2009, 00:59
Yes I'm in too :) I'm a non smoker with a cat.
International & send me what you like, I can always redistribute! The following is just for info not a rulebook.
0. ALLERGIES: Nickel (jewellery) Cigarette smoke makes me sneeze, throw up etc so if a smoker gets me then please put any goodies in a smoke free area. xx
1. What colors do you like? To wear I like hot pink & jewel purple. In my home I like ice-cream tones of pink, mint, powder blue etc.
2. Do you wear jewelry? If yes, what types? Silver, plastic, resin or beady, handmade is fab & I love brooches :)
3. What smells do you like? Rose
4. Candles or incense? Candles more than incence
5. Do you like body care items? Yes especially bath bombs in rose or floral.
6. Food items? YES all of them, yummy
7. Do you collect anything? Cottage & American Prim Tea towels, signs etc
8. Hobbies? Jewellery making, which is also my living lol
9. Favorite animals/trees/flowers/herbs/etc love Cats, love roses, love daisies
10. Favorite types of books? (yup comics count so do cookbooks) comics, yay MANGA!! (they're lightweight too!) Vampire & werewolf stories.
11. Types of movies? All of them!
12. Clothes? Hats. Wooly or felt or black velvet or loads of types :)
13. Other divination tools that you like to use or would like? OR Types that you don't like? I'd give any a go!
14. One item that you really would want to have? A handmade thing or things
15. What do you absolutely hate or do not want? Goldtones or Browns bleeugh but then again I could re-gift so whatever, lol
16. What types of things you like? Prim homewares & artwork, icons & organic forms e.g. curved shapes rather than angular
17. What types of things can't you stand? Did I mention brown??
18. Any other directions/info for your partner? Example(s): non-smoking, YES that would be ideal.....
Optional: What path of religion do you practice? AT'ers are mix of beliefs, want this to be fun and not offend anyone even on accident.
I'm an open minded Christian type so I respect everyone's beliefs, especially wiccan & nature based systems and any other belief system that follows the principles of "do no harm"!
Vlad x
Sure thing tabi, ill try and arrange it so that its easier for other people to read. Its i have a few problems with editing every now and then!
Hi tabi. Id love to still ce past of the exchange. Ive also made a note of the dates because i forgot them last time as well! Im willing to ship to the U.K or australia as i said before im not to sure of the shipping costs to the U.S, but will check in to it in case im needed. Good with everything!
Question:
0.) Allergies==> none.
1.) colours==> Blue, red, purple, yellow.
2.) wear jewellery==> yes, silver.
3.)smells==> flowery, fruity.
4.) body care==> dont really use it, but would'nt mind trying.
5.)candles, inscence==> yes.
6.)food items==> coffee, chocolate.
7.) collect anything==> rocks from different locations.
8.)hobbies==> playing guitar, reading novels.
9.) favourite animal, favourite flower==> cat, rose.
10.)books i like==> mystery, fantasy, horror, thriller.
11.)movies i like==> comedy, fantasy, horror.
12.) other divination tools==> would like to look into Runes.
13.) most wanted==> Thoth deck.
14.)anything beautifull or abstract
Hope this is ok!
I forgot that Jyscal blow up the pc so I'm going to help out by making this a bit clear for anyone who is reading this.
mysticmanth
14-01-2009, 03:10
Me!!
Shipping in UK x Internationally only if needed x
mysticmanth
14-01-2009, 03:15
0. ALLERGIES: ~*~ None
1. What colors do you like? ~*~ Purple, Turqouise
2. Do you wear jewelry? ~*~ Ears, necklaces
3. What smells do you like? ~*~ Anything nice
4. Candles or incense? ~*~ Candles
5. Do you like body care items? ~*~ Yes
6. Food items? ~*~ Chocolates :)
7. Do you collect anything? ~*~ Spiritual stuff, fairies, angels
8. Hobbies? ~*~ Spiritual stuff, dancing, shopping
9. Favorite animals/trees/flowers/herbs/etc ~*~ Sage, anything nice
10. Favorite types of books? ~*~ Self-help, spiritual related
11. Types of movies? Chick flicks
12. Clothes? ~*~ No thanks
13. Other divination tools that you would like? ~*~ None that i know of
14. One item that you really would want to have? Gilded tarot
15. What do you absolutely hate or do not want? ~*~ Nothing i can think of
16. What types of things you like? ~*~ Everything
17. What types of things can't you stand? ~*~ Nothing
18. Any other directions/info for your partner? ~*~ Nope
Optional: What path of religion do you practice? ~*~ Any x
Signing up again please..:)..US shipping preferred.
Sinduction
14-01-2009, 04:20
ME! US if possible. :D I have dogs.
0. ALLERGIES: Please don't send me anything to wear that is wool. I get a horrible rash.
1. What colors do you like? Please be more specific then "earth tones" or "cool colors"
Black, Red, Purple, Silver. I love rich deep colors.
2. Do you wear jewelry? If yes, what types? Silver, gold, crafty, polished, small, large OR If you don't wear jewerly?
Silver only. I love jewelry, especially cheap brooches/pins. I have pierced ears and a pierced belly button. :eek:
3. What smells do you like? Flowery, fruity, powered, light, loud (allergic)
Lavender, lilly, lilac (had a lilac tree in my childhood), jasmine, I'm really good with anything that isn't too strong.
4. Candles or incense? (allergic)
Neither. I am not allowed to burn things! But I do like to keep my decks in incense, so cones would be best.
5. Do you like body care items? Soaps, lotions, bath salts, etc (allergic)
Nope.
6. Food items? Tea, coffee, cookies, chocolate, etc (allergic)
As long as it's decaf. I love chocolate and most sweets.
7. Do you collect anything?
Skulls. I have a huge thing for skulls.
8. Hobbies? obviously besides tarot/oralces
I crochet a whole lot, belly dance, and yoga. I also like to take cheap figurines and repaint them. This works best if they are not glossy.
9. Favorite animals/trees/flowers/herbs/etc
Snakes, dragons, chihuahuas.
10. Favorite types of books? (yup comics count so do cookbooks)
I will read anything.
11. Types of movies?
I'm not too into movies.
12. Clothes? Thinking more of scarves or wrap (allergic)
I make my own.
13. Other divination tools that you like to use or would like? OR Types that you don't like?
I am open to anything and everything.
14. One item that you really would want to have?
Anything skull. :D A cheap crystal skull would blow my mind.
15. What do you absolutely hate or do not want?
Please nothing Christian related if possible.
16. What types of things you like?
Weird and unusual. I'm a goth girl at heart. And sparkly things. I go nuts for shiny and sparkly. I love glitter. lol
17. What types of things can't you stand?
Flowery and pastel! Hearts and rainbows!
18. Any other directions/info for your partner? Example(s): non-smoking, no pets, etc
I have pets and don't mind smoke.
Optional: What path of religion do you practice? AT'ers are mix of beliefs, want this to be fun and not offend anyone even on accident.
I'm wiccan and not easily offended. :D
I also will answer any questions my partner may have!
afrosaxon
14-01-2009, 10:07
I'm in, Tabi...US shipping.
T.
Updated to here...I'm pretty sure we are missing another person for the first list if anyone can remember who that is PM me and I'll ask them if they would like to join again. If not nothing major.
*IF* (seriously IF) the exchange is kept to a short list of people, I don't mind doing a secret exchange, if everyone is agreeable. I'm not willing to do a list of more then ten pairs though.
schmedrake
14-01-2009, 12:49
Sign me up! US preferred.
0. ALLERGIES: none
1. What colors do you like? I like warm tones of orange, blue, green, yellow, purple
2. Do you wear jewelry? yes, silver and stones usually
3. What smells do you like? florals
4. Candles or incense? both
5. Do you like body care items? yes
6. Food items? chocolate
7. Do you collect anything? tarot cards, the occasional ceramic teapot, and anything handmade
8. Hobbies? stained glass, jewelry, silver metal clay, and also I like to experiment with new crafts. I'm crafty, but not scrapbooky.
9. Favorite animals/trees/flowers/herbs/etc. Love dogs and anything from nature.
10. Favorite types of books? Not a big reader
11. Types of movies? Movies are not a huge priority for me
12. Clothes? I'm not a good person to buy clothes for, but I like things like scarves and wraps and felted wool purses
13. Other divination tools that you would like? Any kind of divination works for me. Something that's not runes (or crone stones), but rune-like would be new for my collection
14. One item that you really would want to have? Norse Tarot. Something from my etsy favorites/favorite sellers.
15. What do you absolutely hate or do not want? Anything that might be considered cutesy, doll-like, manga, or with cats on it.
16. What types of things you like? Mid century (1950s) home stuff. Pottery. Sophisticated handmade goods.
17. What types of things can't you stand? Again, anything precious or cutesy.
18. Any other directions/info for your partner? I like to do rituals with incense and like anything you might consider "mystical". Unless it's a tarot on my wish list, it's probably not a good idea to get me anything tarot related since I'm a collector and have a lot of stuff, but bags would work. It's hard to pinpoint another person's taste, but I appreciate nice quality handmade things made with an aesthetic eye. It's not just the look of something handmade, it's the energy behind it.
Optional: What path of religion do you practice? I consider myself metaphysical, but have respect and interest in all religious practices
0. Allergies? just a couple minor that might apply
1. What colors do you like?... warm and jewel colors
2. Do you wear jewelry? Yes...love silver rings and
bracelets
3. What smells do you like?... Light floral and spice scents
4. Candles or incense?... Candles
5. Do you like body care items? ...have to be careful
with what I use
6. Food items?...love chocolate
7. Do you collect anything? Tarot decks..angels..fairies
scrying stones
8. Hobbies?...tarot...role playing games..scrying..psychic
study
9. Favorite animals?... Dog lover
10.Types of books?...Love taort book...psychic
development...and fantasy
11. Movies? Don't watch many movies
12. Clothes...Hard to pick clothes for.
13 Other divination tools you would like? I would like
anything for divination
14. One item you would really want to have? Tarot decks
that I don't have...polished stones...not hard to please
15. Something you would hate?...can't think of anything
16. Types of things you
like...Angels...fairies...dragons...fantasy
17. Types of things you can't stand.... can't think of anything
18. Any other directions/info for your partner... not that I
can think of
Optional: What path of religion do you practice? Open minded Christian...with interest and respect of all religions
a week before sign ups close
stefficus
16-01-2009, 15:28
0. ALLERGIES:
nothing relevant, unless you're going to send me pinkish prescription drugs. :D
1. What colors do you like?
blues, greys, deep blood reds, and rich, jewel tones... dusty soft neutrals and browns, but NO pastels, please! nothing unsure of itself.
2. Do you wear jewelry? If yes, what types?
mostly rings and things that open up - all silver, some with semi-precious stones and rocks.
3. What smells do you like?
musky, spicy, foody
4. Candles or incense?
either, but prefer candles
5. Do you like body care items?
yep! lotions and potions and brushes and gadgets - i hate baths.
6. Food items?
ooo, tea and coffee and chocolate! or cheese! um, that's a "yes" on the fud items, i think. *grin*
7. Do you collect anything?
books, shoes, t-shirts, yarn, crystals, clutter... i mean, "yes."
8. Hobbies?
walking, reading, writing, cooking, quilting, perfecting my robot zombie monkey army
9. Favorite animals/trees/flowers/herbs/etc.
er? in the flower department, i like very simple (wildflowers, daisies) or exotic (ginger, bird of paradise) but the whole middle of the spectrum bores me (roses, carnations, glads... ick)
10. Favorite types of books?
anything but romances or biographies - from sci-fi and neuroscience to herbals and buddhism, psychology to disaters to kid's books and, yes, cookbooks
11. Types of movies?
prefer movies where stuff blows up to chic-flicks... sci-fi, action/adventure, comedies, superhero movies, classic horror or classic make-you-think (like mindwalk or donnie darko)
12. Clothes?
i have a supplier. ;) other than that - quirky, naturally.
13. Other divination tools that you like to use or would like? OR Types that you don't like?
i like pendulums, but... anything, really. have a lucky quarter that needs a new home? sure! don't know much about ouija boards, but they don't scare me. i'm interested in all of it.
14. One item that you really would want to have?
a shirt woven from spider silk. really, i am not a personality type equipped to answer this question. :P
15. What do you absolutely hate or do not want?
twilight merchandise. :laugh: licorice. DOLLSOMGARGH, no dolls please!
16. What types of things you like?
found items, repurposed things (or stuff TO repurpose), artsy to tasteful, subtle steampunk
17. What types of things can't you stand?
anything country or cutesy. did i mention dolls?
18. Any other directions/info for your partner?
have fun! ;) i'm pretty opinionated, but i'm also pretty easy. the process of finding out is just as much fun as the stuff. regift away!
Optional: What path of religion do you practice? AT'ers are mix of beliefs, want this to be fun and not offend anyone even on accident.
i was raised protestant christian, and have been all over the map since. i can't think of anything that would be offensive in that realm other than telling me what to think. it's all interesting.
stefficus
16-01-2009, 15:29
i opted to put the questionnaire here as well as my profile to make it easy to find.
as far as keeping the partners secret, i think that would be fun. ;) but either way works.
Just bumping up the thread once again for those who are interested. You do NOT have to make anything at all however you are required to use your Creativity when doing this since you've only got 50 dollars to spend.
JennyFunk
23-01-2009, 12:35
I'd love to participate in this! Seems quite fun! Since I'm new here, if there is a newbie restriction I understand. I am just catching the tail end of this, so here goes...no worries if things are already set up.
USA preferably but I'll ship anywhere :)
0. ALLERGIES: dust, freshly mowed grass and pet dander....lol
1. What colors do you like? I am in love with deep vibrant blue, all blues really, and purple. Also splashes of yellow and green.
2. Do you wear jewelry? yes, silver. love charms and earrings, (wooden things are neato mosquito too)
3. What smells do you like? citrus, also my favorite perfume is nina ricci (looks like an apple) so whatever is involved in that scent i'm sure i like
4. Candles or incense? candles
5. Do you like body care items? I like being pampered. I have sensitive skin
though, so not.hing that would be on my face. this is so funny.
6. Food items? ha, i hate broccoli...i love teas
7. Do you collect anything? I have a small collection of different crosses, bit of a geek so I have some sci-fi collectables (star wars and aliens the movie), scarves, weird things...idk, I love cooking and I"m always looking for new gadgets to use.
8. Hobbies? I scrapbook in my spare time, take pictures, I love mailing things, swapping good music with others, I try and press leaves...unsuccessfully?
9. Favorite animals/trees/flowers/herbs/etc. my boston terrier!!!, i love the way birch trees look, I don't like the smell of flowers, i have "berry twigs" in all my vases at home, i like relaxing herbs; spearmint and do like lavender
10. Favorite types of books? Fantasy and Sci-Fi, woot! dark humor amuses me; chuck palahniuk, kurt vonnegut, JTHM, hilarious things. Cookbooks, oh yes, cookbooks.
11. Types of movies? all movies except dumb horror screaming movies. I like anything from the Goonies, Dark Crystal, Fight Club, The Fiddler on the Roof, to Kill Bills, to Cry Baby, to the band of brothers series
12. Clothes? scarves pretty much, canvas bags
13. Other divination tools that you would like? I've not experimented with anything, but my outlook is great towards these. A friend of mine used a pendulum and that was interesting! I've not been able to locate a reading cloth.
14. One item that you really would want to have? idk, i like things that have hidden compartments, lol anything goes really. If anything, I'd like to have a tarot deck that I can use as art. To frame cards and such, won't ever do readings with. ooooo, oh oh, oooo, it would be so cool for you to take a picture of something you love and let others receive that joy!!!! like a favorite place to sit at the park or something kookie like that.
15. What do you absolutely hate or do not want? I love sharing things with people, im a tad bit of a pack rat and I linger on the sentimental value of things. Anything i receive would be welcome pretty much. I love genuine things.
16. What types of things you like? hee hee, someone said they dislike world of warcraft, hee hee, well i play that a tiny bit :) I enjoy lights/lamps, odd/off the wall items. picture frames, beautiful pictures. just put a little love in it!
17. What types of things can't you stand? i'm not big on stuffed animals, or modern country music, nor super duper screamo music
18. Any other directions/info for your partner? I'm sure if its something you love, i'll enjoy it. Like someone said before, I almost enjoy the act of finding and putting together things more than receiving!
Optional: What path of religion do you practice? I am Christianity based, but quite open minded
stefficus
23-01-2009, 15:01
...bit of a geek i thought my antennae went up! :laugh:
I love genuine things.that is a perfectly elegant way to put it. good job.
Welcome to the Exchange JennyFunk, by the way anyone is more then welcome to join in doesn't matter if they are new or not. About having fun. ;)
Sign ups are now closed, I will be assigning partners this evening and will post them tomorrow when I get home from work. Which is roughly 730 am CST.
I will also do the secret exchange, so I need everyone to send me their address please so I can forward them to your partner...FYI: title them ADDRESS, I have serious issues with deleting things before I realize that I need to keep them. This way I don't have to ask you to re-send it to me. Please and thank you!!
JennyFunk
24-01-2009, 06:30
8. Hobbies?
perfecting my robot zombie monkey army
HA, ha ha, tee hee hee. Whoa there, I just fell outta my chair when I read that! HA
11. Types of movies?
classic horror or classic make-you-think (like mindwalk or donnie darko)
Oh yeah! I lurv me some donnie darko! never seen mindwalk though. I cant get enough of the exorsist either...dunno if its classic or not :) btw have you seen Dune? I love quoting that movie...its a bad habit of mine!
You are quite refreshingly silly my friend!
cardlady22
24-01-2009, 06:34
Address PM sent!
*wriggles with glee*
Sinduction
24-01-2009, 06:39
I'm gonna have to hold off on my addy as I don't know where I will be by the ship date. We're in the process of looking at places so I might be here, might not. I'm hoping we get the place we're going to apply for tomorrow! :heart:
stefficus
24-01-2009, 08:52
wewt! i was just gonna wander by the thread and wonder when we got partners!
sin, good luck on your house-moving... seems like this is the season for all us ATers to be changing residences.
heh. jenf, i wondered if anyone else was reading the questionnaires. *grin* i only quote dune sometimes, partly because i don't think i've ever stayed awake all the way through it. :P i'm bad about quoting in general, however. sometimes i'll just be talking and someone will look at me suspiciously and say, "what movie is that from?" even when there's no quoting involved.
there. now everyone knows we're geeks. geeks with tarot cards. geeks with tarot cards and dogs....
Good Luck Sin on the house move and things
And don't feel counted out ladies we all have our own things that make us dorky...I'm a WoW fan and play D&D occassionally. :P
stefficus
24-01-2009, 12:51
And don't feel counted out ladies we all have our own things that make us dorky...I'm a WoW fan and play D&D occassionally. :Poh, i didn't mean to imply that i was embarrassed by it. it's just that i generally try to play it low-key because it seems to make other people uncomfortable.
...but the truth is, we're everywhere.
sorta like santa claus.
Vladaria
24-01-2009, 22:13
Oooohhh partners nearly here :)
oh, i didn't mean to imply that i was embarrassed by it. it's just that i generally try to play it low-key because it seems to make other people uncomfortable.
...but the truth is, we're everywhere.
sorta like santa claus.
Never be embarassed by your uniqueness. :D :P
cardlady22
24-01-2009, 22:47
If it weren't for an rpGaming group, I would not have found/met my husband! I'll wave that banner proudly. (Much better than the usual places to pick a potential "someone" up . . .)
Okay everyone you have been sent a PM telling you who your partner is. I do have four outstanding addresses waiting to be given to your partner. So if you could get those to me I would appreciate it.---Sin I do know your situation so willing to wait a bit for yours. :D
cardlady22
25-01-2009, 00:00
I'm so excited
And I just can't hide it
I'm about to lose control
And I think I like it
I'm so excited
And I just can't hide it
I'm about to lose control
And I think I like it
Why does that make me feel like I have to go pee??
cardlady22
25-01-2009, 00:02
Because of the crazy dancing! And the cold.
ETA: ran a search
The Story of Us 1999
The Nutty Professor 1996
Hot Shots! Part Deux 1993
Working Girl 1998 ***my fave***
Playing for Keeps 1986
National Lampoon's Vacation 1983
Summer Lovers 1982
JennyFunk
25-01-2009, 02:12
Hee hee, like santa claus. Thats brilliant!
Yall, this is gonna be making my month so super sweet. I get all silly and giggle a lot when I think about this. As you can see, its my first and I'm just way pumped!
Sinduction
25-01-2009, 05:21
I have a habit of quoting lyrics! And would you believe no one ever gets it. You can't sing-song them, just regular speak.
Once I was driving with my friend I looked at her and said, "Are you gonna go my way?" She looked so confused so I continued with, "Cuz babe I've got to know." Still nothing. The song was playing on the radio! How could she not get it?? :D It's fun to confuse people.
I hope all of you, my partner especially, have updated your wish lists as well as the decks you already own...... :D
stefficus
25-01-2009, 09:13
i know! i don't know why some people are so... not getting it! :laugh:
i miss my coworker from my last job. one day, i said, "it's getting to the point -" and she broke in, "that you're no fun anymore?" i hung my head and said, "i am sorry." then we both doubled over laughing and the other gal in the office looked at us like we'd lost our marbles.
this happened ALL the time. *grin*
stefficus
25-01-2009, 09:33
er... i dunno if my lists are updated or not. *runs to check*
WOW You're the quietest group that I've had yet!! It's starting to make me nervous.
The thread can still be used to chat within and bounce ideas around in. I've been able to get some technical craft support from my fellow exchangers.
If there is anything I can do please feel free to speak up. More then happy to help where I can.
Tabi
I'm collecting stuff as I go along.:) It's just that we do have all of February and all of March before we even have to start shipping!. This is like a procrastinator's dream. and I'll probably be running like crazy at the last minute. :) Hh
I'm collecting stuff as I go along
thats my plan of action to. Just take my time, and try get stuff i think my partner will really enjoy. But your right, i could well see myself running around having a total blast!
mysticmanth
03-02-2009, 02:24
Im a bit confused about this, How comes we are sending to and receiving from different people. I thought in exchanges you send and receive from the same person :S
x
cardlady22
03-02-2009, 02:31
Fear not, tabi!
It's just the calm before the storm. Or was it the Mercury RX storm keeping us snugged in while the winds howled???
My problem is TOO MANY ideas. I have 5 all ready. (Thank God for a family full of crafters or I'd be over the limit 4 times over.)
mysticmanth: We are doing this so you don't know who you're getting what from. Traditionally you do exchange with a specific person only but since there was so few sign ups and most people enjoy not knowing who they are getting or what kinda like a secret santa or I guess admirer would fit better due to Valentine's Day coming up.
cardlady22: Or was it the Mercury RX storm keeping us snugged in while the winds howled???
No I think that is because most of the upper parts of the US is blanketed in snow! ;)
cardlady22
03-02-2009, 04:50
I shudder every time I see the news! I have relatives in WA, OH, KY, WV & VA. I've been listening to constant rain since before the sun came up! It will go just below freezing here mid-week. For the last one, people actually had to scrape their cars & we had frozen pipes- very unusual for down here.
(The kids keep praying for snow ~ I gently remind them that if it snows this far south, the people in Northern states will be in dire circumstances.)
stefficus
03-02-2009, 06:17
(The kids keep praying for snow ~ I gently remind them that if it snows this far south, the people in Northern states will be in dire circumstances.)...and that would be different how...? :D
yesterday, it got above freezing and the sun was shining. i walked around all day in sunglasses and a tee-shirt. kid you not.
of course, i drove home from the bank just now and it was snowing again. heh.
Sinduction
03-02-2009, 15:51
I just copied down my partner's likes and dislikes. Am heading to the store tomorrow to see if I can find something from her wish list.
I'm debating on making her one of my spread cloths with a matching bag. I have plenty of time to do both but I'm unsure of colors and shape. I just found a star-shape that isn't all full of holes. Currently, I'm using that pattern to make a baby blanket, but it will work so well as a spread cloth.
I have many ideas and am so glad I'm also moving at the end of the month. I will have so many things to send her once I go through all the stuff I've accumulated since moving in.
stefficus
03-02-2009, 21:23
that's sorta where i am too, sin. after the flooding (we will not speak of the flooding), i'm just now getting a chance to go through the undamaged things and find some re-gifting treasures, and browse through my craft stash and see what there is to crafty with.
i need to make a 3x5 card with the list of likes/dislikes on it and carry it around with me. :laugh:
I am having a lot of fun going through my cupboards and drawers thinking about what my partner would like. :D I have found some things I know will be a pleasant surprise...and I have just begun!!! :heart:
souljourney
04-02-2009, 15:16
Im a bit confused about this, How comes we are sending to and receiving from different people. I thought in exchanges you send and receive from the same person :S
x
We did a "round robin" or "train" style exchange in the Holiday Oracle Exchange. Sort of different and fun. It's really about the only way to do it if you are doing a Secret exchange.
stefficus
04-02-2009, 21:53
iiii have an ideeee-ah, iiiii have an ideeeee-ah....
cardlady22
04-02-2009, 23:23
1 of my 2 "must do" ideas is hitting a snafu, but I am determined to make it work! (If only it were a skill/materials problem . . .sigh!)
stefficus
04-02-2009, 23:35
what else could it be? *scratches head* can you share without giving too much away... maybe we have some solutions.
mine is hitting a "mathematical accuracy" snafu, but i'm trying just to not worry too much about it. :D
cardlady22
04-02-2009, 23:45
In a word . . . permission. (as in . . . denied) But I think I can work out a round about way; just hope my partner doesn't mind having to do a bit of the "work" on her own.
Math has never been my strength! But, I've gotten better at the 4 basic functions since I started calculating cards :heart: :club: :diamond: :spade: & birthdates.
okay i know i'm missing something obvious with this but could someone please tell me what "snafu".
what's your math problem, tend to be decent with it unless you start adding letters to it then I suck.
cardlady22
04-02-2009, 23:59
Situation Normal; All F Up
I think it started in the military????
Situation Normal; All F Up
I think it started in the military????
AH thanks for the clarification. :D
JennyFunk
05-02-2009, 01:56
Oh my goodness Oh my goodness! My brain is getting all tingly with excitement! I've been snooping around finding all sorts of hidden goodies!
I knew what snafu described, but I didn't not know that each letter stood for something! New information alert for me! Totally gonna have to incorporate that knowledge into my everyday conversations now!
While in the middle of doing something else as usual I had the thought of randomly suggesting things through out the entire Creative Period. So the first one:
Random Creative Exchange Suggestion: HomeMade Oracle
Make your parnter an oracle using either index cards/poster board with words/key phrase and pictures cut out of newspapers, magazines, articles/pictures printed off of the net, and books...just please don't tell me if you do that last one please.
Also if you think you have a good suggestion please send them to me through PM and I'll post them through out the Creative Period.
cardlady22
10-02-2009, 05:50
pictures cut out of . . . and books...just please don't tell me if you do that last one please.
I do hereby solemnly swear not to tell tabi :angel:
and that IF I do such a despicable thing, it will be from a book of which I have a duplicate copy, or have purchased "Used~Fair" off the Internet in the first place. :laugh:
Books are sacred objects to my Virgo soul thank you very much! ;)
Vladaria
10-02-2009, 08:38
How about if they were ready to be thrown away books from the charity shop...the ones the kiddies got to first and we were saving a little bit of theor souls....would that be OK ;)
cardlady22
10-02-2009, 09:13
When my Virgo aunt passes a book on to me, it doesn't even look like it's been opened. My Gemini/Cancer cusp soul is AR about them! Ask my family. Ask what happens after they break the spine . . . or fold down the corners . . . or :mad:
(I used to have my own cataloguing system before my 2nd child came.)
ETA: I have been known to "repair" the books my daughter brings home from her school/class library. I use the thick roll of Scotch clear storage-quality packaging tape. So far, it doesn't discolor or peel back up. I've saved product boxes that way too.
I found something in my house that has set me off on a theme for my partner! and I found a bajillion things in my junk(esoteric collections):) to follow the theme, including a themed deck. How do these figure in the value of my box? Am I still allowed to spend money on my partner? Do I have to do it at a re-run shop, since this is a re-gift exchange? It's hard to find new crayons in the thrift store.. Hh
cardlady22
13-02-2009, 00:04
Good question, Horace! I "might" be cheating, but I'm not counting a $$ value unless it's an actual deck or an actual new purchase.
ETA: trying to remember a.) how long ago I purchased something and b.) for what price to find c.) an online depreciation calculator was too rigid, even for me! :laugh:
I'm going to try to limit myself to 4 projects.
mysticmanth
13-02-2009, 00:28
Hello guys!
Sorry i have been so out of touch, have had a lot on. But i shall be around on this lovely and wonderful site lots now like i was before.
Im pretty excited about this exchange, will start getting some bits and pieces soon :) x
The money that you are allowed is simply for NEW purchases. What you send is entirely up to you...even if it works out to be xxx amount of money. You simply can not SPEND more then 50. US Dollars by either buying decks, and/or supplies unless it is something that you would need and use without this exchange.
So you are still allowed your 50, but once you start buying new things you have to start subtracting...and I wouldn't want second hand crayons anyway. ;)
As to "re-run" shops as you put it, it is entirely to you if you go there or go with some where else. Just make sure that what you spend isn't over the 50. However living where you do I'm sure there is a lot of fairs, flea markets, and bizarres to begin with that you may find some good things at.
I hope this answers both of your questions please let me know if it doesn't.
tabi
JennyFunk
13-02-2009, 08:46
okay...might I please have some input?
I want to paste some things to some cardstock or even cardboard. What is the best way to secure the items. I was thinking something like mod-podge...or should I think about laminating it?
cardlady22
13-02-2009, 09:40
It kind of depends on what you are pasting to the board and what type/thickness and size. When I do my small-size cards, I am using magazine thin photos on index card stock, so I use a generic glue stick just to hold them still. The next day, I run them through my personal-size laminator. Larger stuff I take to a chain store and have them run it through the super-duper roll laminating machine! It runs about $1 per foot where I live.
stefficus
13-02-2009, 11:54
:bugeyed: sounds like someone's getting crayons! woot!
Ok tabi, thanks for answering my questions. :) The rules are the same as for the other exchanges, a $50 limit. But we are to find our re-gift from our own gifted items, hence the Re-gift exchange. Then we can spend our money on presents. Right? We all love presents.:)
p.s. to my partner, don't let them worry you. I will buy new crayons. A box of 64! lol Hh
spend it on what you want to Horace. ;) I'm sure that your partner will love the crayons if not I would!! :P
cardlady22
18-02-2009, 23:36
OK, I'm not sure I want to tackle this type of project, but IF I did . . .
What is the safest way to release a card face from its back without ruining either?
OK, I'm not sure I want to tackle this type of project, but IF I did . . .
What is the safest way to release a card face from its back without ruining either?
Is that even possible? And are we talking a tarot card or a different type of card?
cardlady22
19-02-2009, 00:11
They are the collectable trading card type. Like I said, I'm not even sure it would be worth my while.
They are the collectable trading card type. Like I said, I'm not even sure it would be worth my while.
May be better just to glue over which ever side that you don't wanna use: ie: if you wanna keep the back the same glue the front with images.
Random Creative Exchange Suggestion: Tarot Reference Book
Fill either a notebook or use a photo album if you have a deck to place in it (minis work best here) and then write down all of the correspondence of the cards: Astrology, I Ching, Hebrew Letters, Gems, Runes, etc.
I have one and have made one for another person, they are useful and simply fun to use. :) Let me know if you need or want more details.
mysticmanth
24-02-2009, 07:13
Sorry guys, im going to have to drop out of this, money has got so tight at the moment so i cant really afford it.
If its a major problem i can probably pull a few strings but it wouldnt be nothing special or expensive so i dont think it would be fair, so if possible i would rather drop out until the next exchange x
Sorry guys, im going to have to drop out of this, money has got so tight at the moment so i cant really afford it.
If its a major problem i can probably pull a few strings but it wouldnt be nothing special or expensive so i dont think it would be fair, so if possible i would rather drop out until the next exchange x
Yes that would be a problem since you've already been paired with someone and the whole point of this is to make sure that it was NOT expensive, not suppose to spend over 50 dollars and truthfully don't even need to do that if you choose not too.
cardlady22
24-02-2009, 08:37
Fill either a notebook or use a photo album <snipped> and then write down all of the correspondence of the cards: Astrology, I Ching, Hebrew Letters, Gems, Runes, etc.
Oh, these are fun! Another good idea is to use those business card wallets that hold up to 96.
Oh, these are fun! Another good idea is to use those business card wallets that hold up to 96.
So out of curiosity why 96 business card holder?
On a serious side note I totally missed adding the new guidelines to the Tarot Games and Fun here so please read through them here (http://www.tarotforum.net/showthread.php?t=111506). Thank you!
Sinduction
24-02-2009, 15:20
I am still here. Getting ready to move this weekend. So not looking forward to that.
I've finally come up with what I'm going to make my partner! I'm so excited! Soon I will begin the shopping trip for little extras. I haven't decided which re-gifting items I will be throwing in yet though.
Maybe we could switch up if someone's dropping out. Whoever was set to send to them can now send to whoever the one who dropped out was sending to. Did that make any sense?
Unless they're like me and special ordering something for their partner. Why is it that I'm never paired with people who want decks that I have and don't want!! :D
Good Luck on the move Sin. Never been much fun moving but occassionally it does lead to much better and greater things.
I am trying to work something out if someone does step out of the exchange, it will be taken care of either way.
Umm....cuz you never know what someone else would like until you send it? ;)
stefficus
24-02-2009, 16:31
i think i went from having too few ideas to too MANY ideas. :laugh: the book sounds like a perfect idea. in fact, i may make one for myself. heh.
i have a quandry, however. i've run across a lot of ideas that would just use one card - an art print, quilt, t-shirt transfer, things like that. but what cards are my partner's favorite? we all have "must click" cards in any deck. what if i pick the wrong one? (that king of pents and i, we don't see eye to eye very often.) everyone has certain cards they just like more than others. this could be useful information for a questionnaire, methinks.
so, what're everyone's favorite cards?
(why, yes, i have ulterior motives. obviously. so? :D)
LOL My personal "click" cards are:
Death, Devil, 8 Of Pentacles, and the Queen of Swords---yeah I'm a bit strange.
Sinduction
24-02-2009, 16:58
Queen of Pents, Death, Moon, Star......
cardlady22
24-02-2009, 23:03
Mine change from deck to deck. Probably because I'm so new to tarot that things haven't set yet. Should we post our Birth Card calculations?
I'm partial to the concepts behind Queens, Sixes and Nines. In the Playing Card Calendar, I am the 9 of Clubs, supported by the Queen of Hearts and Six of Diamonds.
ETA: Star 17 and Strength 8 (or Justice)
tabi, Moongold & Soothsayer have threads in Using Tarot Cards
http://www.tarotforum.net/showthread.php?t=95910
http://www.tarotforum.net/showthread.php?t=12713
http://www.tarotforum.net/showthread.php?t=109337
:grin:
cardlady22
24-02-2009, 23:51
So out of curiosity why 96 business card holder?
Ooops. It doesn't have 96 pockets, just that if you place them all in back-to-back, the holder will accomodate 96 . . . means you can get all 78 in with room to spare!
Spreads? Diagrams? Elemental explanations/correspondences?
I also think the book is a great idea, but i think it will take me a while to make. My favourite cards would have to be The Tower, The Moon, and Judgement. My birth cards are The Star and Strength though, so i think its a bit contradictory. I've asked a friend of mine to help with the bags im making, cause she has all the sowing machines, im just supplying the Materials and design. Such fun!
JennyFunk
27-02-2009, 14:51
My personality card is The Hierophant, Sun Sign is Chariot, and I gravitate to the 4 of Cups. One that always, without doubt, strikes a chord within me is the 6 of Swords. I am always mesmerized by it. And I'm quite partial to the Queen of Cups!
I too have so many ideas now that I have to limit myself, hee hee, eek!!! Hope yall are doing fantastic!
schmedrake
28-02-2009, 09:24
I identify most with the Queen of Cups, but my favorite cards in most decks are The Moon, Wheel of Fortune and The Hermit. I don't like RWS or TdM type decks, though. I like decks that break away from that symbolism, such as the Victorian Romantic, Greenwood, Margarete Petersen, and Osho Zen. The most brilliant card ever conceived (in my opinion) is the Devil card from the Bohemian Gothic.
afrosaxon
01-03-2009, 10:37
I've finally made some headway on my partner's package! :D
I have one component being made by someone, as this person has made things for me and is a lot better at it.
Another component I found and will be purchasing next week, and it will arrive in time for shipping.
And I'm well below the $50 limit!
I'm still working on the package...;)
T.
cardlady22
05-03-2009, 01:26
I'm getting antsy! (in a good way!)
Regarding my partner's package, I have my 2 "re-gift" items chosen. (There may be others.) One item is finished; the design for another completed. The "ordered" part is pending.
I've been a bit naughty and ordered myself some decks, but I made sure not to get anything that I had on my Wish List. Might be a good idea to re-check your respective partners' Profiles too.
Sinduction
05-03-2009, 11:23
Yes, stop buying!! Well, that's "you" in general. I've just ordered something off my partner's wish list, had to wait until we moved.
I've also made a brand new design! I was so inspired to make her something really special that I hadn't made for anyone else before. And I did! It's killing me that I can't post pics yet!!!
I do hope my partner likes what I have so far. I've a long way to go yet.
Since you're the only one, well beside me that knows who your partner is, you could probably show pics and no one the wiser to who it is. Unless it is targeted specially to their tastes....})
stefficus
05-03-2009, 15:23
yeah, post pictures! nobody will know!
Vladaria
06-03-2009, 22:53
so, what're everyone's favorite cards?
(why, yes, i have ulterior motives. obviously. so? :D)
OOOH GREAT IDEA!!
The Moon, the Queen of Cups & cards with Angels :)
Sinduction
10-03-2009, 03:59
Yay! My partners order arrived today! I'm almost done with the package but now I need a bigger box.
I've also finished the spread cloth and bag. I will take some pics soon, I still have to block it so it keeps its shape.
I do hope she will like it. :D
Random Suggestion: Make a set of Runes:
Runes are probably one of the easiest things to make out of all things and mostly likely have all of the things you need right at home or close enough that you don't need to go shopping. Hardest part is deciding which Runes to use, and making the "lwb" if you choose to go that route.
A set of rocks, either bought or found
Paint pen, paint, or nail polish (yeah seriously)
and some time on the net or book with runes
The other thing is you may want to coat the top of them with something so that your paint doesn't come off. Also traditionally they are made from wood circles and a burning iron, if you're amitions more power to ya! However they are absolutely stunning when they are finished
afrosaxon
11-03-2009, 08:01
I just found and ordered another item for my partner.
I'm still well below the $50 limit, but my partner is a bit challenging to package for, so buying is kind of my best bet right now. *sigh*
I may make those runes, though. I still have some multiple matching stones that Horace once sent me. Hmm...
T.
Hey all. Ive recieved my package! Its absolutely beautifull what i recieved and i cant thank my partner enough. The Bird Family is of a model of a full sized Blackbird i think that is so real to the touch i forget its a model. With her babys around that are equally soft and so cute! I do have an interest in birds so am really gratefull for this. Figurine 1 and 2 are beautifully crafted animal figures that i have stored on my mantle in my bedroom and they look right at home there. The Binocular Set is really powerfull they can see up to 1000 yards so i have been trying to spot some birds and other animals, and the protective case that came with them will keep them safe for a long time. The Birds Of the World has really proved educational as well as it has a history of the Birds as well as some unknown myths and facts so its highly recommended reading!
And here are the last few to add! The Nature Guide is really incredible and diverse. An example of some of the animals featured are Butterfly, Snakes, Birds, Seals, Whales and on it goes. Really interesting as i am a devoted animal lover! The Art Set is really incredible as well it features a set of double sided Pens that ill be using to touch up my Nonny Cards before i mail them off. And the Bird House i am busy making now. It includes all the pieces that must be built and comes with the glue and paint so ill be busy with that for awhile and will post a picture once its completed! Another gift i recieved was a gorgeous bracelet and chain which is exactly my taste! As well as the smallest Tarot deck in the world which i already have done a reading with lol, just one card, the four of Cups! The only photo i could'nt include as of yet was the Druid Animal Oracle deck which is absolvely gorgeous and will definately be using it often! There are one or two other things i recieved (im so blessed and lucky!) that i will include a photo of as well when i post the Oracle deck photo! Thanks so much again for this absolutely amazing gift i am more gratefull than words can express!
wow nice regift huh? :P Looks like Horace did a great job. :D
wow nice regift huh? :P Looks like Horace did a great job. :D
Definately tabi! She was really generous and i got far more than i was expecting. Im busy painting the Bird House now. My package is nearly finished, and i'll be sending it out soon!
Thanks again Horace, and thanks tabi for letting me be apart of this exchange. I hope everyone enjoys their exchanges as much as i do mine!
afrosaxon
12-03-2009, 00:06
Horace rocks! She sends cool packages. :thumbsup:
I'm glad you enjoyed yours, Jyscal. :D
Sinduction
12-03-2009, 07:57
You are scaring me that I am far behind. But we have til the end of the month, yes?
Tabi, I've just pm-ed you my new addy.
cardlady22
12-03-2009, 08:18
SHIP WEEK: March 30-April 04
But I'm hoping to have mine ready to go out closer to the spring equinox! I'm just waiting on one more ship notification for a project component.
You are scaring me that I am far behind. But we have til the end of the month, yes?
Actually you have the first week of April to ship out with this exchange. I do hope everyone is going to meet that date, but if not now is the time to tell me if it is going to be a problem.
SHIP WEEK: March 30-April 04
:bugeyed: Oh-OH!! Time is getting away from me, but I WILL catch up!! :D
Hi Jyscal! :)
I'm so happy you finally got your box and you like it. I thought I would be away for all of March so I sent it before I left. and things fell through and I got to come home just in time.:)
I found out that Durban has one of the finest bird parks in the world, the Umgeni River Bird Park. Thousands of birds. You can walk the park paths with your binoculars and then draw the birds you see with your new pens.:)
Once you open the oracle box, you'll see that I sort of got you started on your own collection of the animals in the deck. I thought it would be easier for me, in California, to find you a buffalo. LOL. and a wooden loon and a bright yellow bee, among them.:)
and once you start studying this oracle, you won't ever look at these(or other) animals the same again. :) ha ha
Because of customs, I was curious if the tree face had reached you? U.S. to Australia customs is really bad on opening boxes and confiscating. I wasn't sure if that was everywhere. Which is also why you didn't get any foo-foos. oh well..
It was great fun putting this together and thanks for giving me the opportunity to learn about Durban!
Hh
Hi Jyscal! :)
I'm so happy you finally got your box and you like it. I thought I would be away for all of March so I sent it before I left. and things fell through and I got to come home just in time.:)Hi Horace! The box is amazing! Glad to see you back!
I found out that Durban has one of the finest bird parks in the world, the Umgeni River Bird Park. Thousands of birds. You can walk the park paths with your binoculars and then draw the birds you see with your new pens.:)Yes it really is a huge, and wonderfull park and hope one day you'll be able to visit it in person. The company i used to work for once sent me to do some work there, so i got to spend the day for free admiring all the birds, and seeing what goes on behind the scenes. I've been there only twice but both times were great, and now as you said i can go deeper in with the Binoculars and see new things i never could before. The amount of birds there is amazing and ill take the Nature Guide as well when i go again.
Once you open the oracle box, you'll see that I sort of got you started on your own collection of the animals in the deck. I thought it would be easier for me, in California, to find you a buffalo. LOL. and a wooden loon and a bright yellow bee, among them.:)
and once you start studying this oracle, you won't ever look at these(or other) animals the same again. :) ha haI just used the deck now for a reading, and its beautifull, i also have the Druidcraft Tarot, and think the authors and artist have made two great decks. My friends have already tried to claim the animals, but i won't let them lol. I really enjoy reading the interpretations in the book and then adding some extra info from the other books you sent as well and think this will be my main Oracle deck for along time to come. Im trying to start learning Druidry, and know animals play a big part, so i think this deck is perfect. Thank you so much!
Because of customs, I was curious if the tree face had reached you? U.S. to Australia customs is really bad on opening boxes and confiscating. I wasn't sure if that was everywhere. Which is also why you didn't get any foo-foos. oh well..Yes it did! Ill be posting a photo of it with the Bird House once i complete it. The face is really cool, i personally have'nt seen anything like it before. I'd like to put it on a tree outside but we sometimes have serious rainstorms so im not sure if it will get damaged.
It was great fun putting this together and thanks for giving me the opportunity to learn about Durban!
HhThanks again very much for everything. I love everything you sent. What ill do is next time i go to the Bird park is take a few photo's and send them to you if you like, as i know from one animal lover to another you'll really enjoy it. I'll be using the deck most everyday so will definately let you know how its going. Hope everything is ok with you.
cardlady22
13-03-2009, 00:14
I found out that Durban has one of the finest bird parks in the world, the Umgeni River Bird Park.
Horace, that was an incredible idea for a theme- going off something near by that would give a whole new hobby/experience! I have to admit that I peeked at Jyscal's questionnaire and originally was thinking "Where are the birds/animals coming from?"
For everyone who already signed up I'm terribly sorry but yet again I didn't right it down so if you could please sign up again. I promise to write it down this time!
Sign Ups and Partners, where you're willing to ship too!
Am I too late to join this?
cardlady22
13-03-2009, 07:49
Am I too late to join this?
It looks like tabi's offline right now. She assigned secret partners in a "round robin" style.
ETA: see post #30
Am I too late to join this?
Yes for this particular exchange is almost complete, well will be by the end of the month. Not sure what and when or if depending on the group if there is going to be another one or not.
cardlady22
15-03-2009, 11:27
I got my "ordered component" today! And I found the most incredible little thing to use (in a different way than intended) for one of my partner's hobbies!
Just to give an update from my side. Well i've just finished putting the final touches on my package so it's all set and ready to be shipped out. I just need to find a suitable box to put everything in, then ill go down to the post office and find out all the necessary details before sending it off at the end of month when i send out my Nonny Cards. I really hope my partner enjoys everything im sending. Keep well guys.
schmedrake
17-03-2009, 02:11
Everything is running on schedule for my package, but I fear I'm going to be terribly outclassed based on the way people are talking about their packages. This is such a creative group!
cardlady22
17-03-2009, 02:35
Don't feel that way, schmedrake! Just because we have "creative ideas" doesn't mean we are truly talented artists, you know. I couldn't "draw" anything to save my life. Although I can read/write upside down after looking over my kids' school work for years . . .
Sinduction
17-03-2009, 03:09
I always feel that way too! Just now I was thinking what else I can add to my package but I'm pretty much at the $50 limit with what I've got already. Not that I paid that. I never pay retail, but the total worth is about that with a deck set, bag, and spread cloth. So, I figure everything else is gravy.
Don't worry, it's all in fun. The fun part for me is shopping for my partner. Gives me an excuse to shop! :D
Don't worry, it's all in fun. The fun part for me is shopping for my partner. Gives me an excuse to shop! :D
I LOVE shopping for my partner too! That is why these exchanges are so much fun!!!
schmedrake
17-03-2009, 07:42
Thanks, guys. I have a feeling my partner is the sort of person who would appreciate the effort, regardless of what's in the package. And it has been fun wrapping a theme around the items and compiling the right mix of gifties. :)
Sinduction
17-03-2009, 08:25
I wouldn't worry. If anyone else is like me, I get excited when my nephew gives me his latest finger paintings. And I do hang them on my fridge. I'm sure you can do better than a 4 year old! :D
The only thing I haven't picked yet is the re-gift item. I've got too many to choose from.
cardlady22
20-03-2009, 07:43
I got 2 more items finished! I'm going to snap some pics before I send it out, but I won't post them until after my partner receives the package.
ETA: I forgot to take the pics before I wrapped the items up!!!!!
afrosaxon
20-03-2009, 07:55
I'm so upset! :(
I ordered a tarot deck for my partner on March 10 (it was on their wish list) and I still have not received it! Even though the shipping was first-class mail, I should have received it by now. I tried to contact the salesperson, but still haven't heard anything. I don't know if she's no longer selling the deck and forgot to take her website down, or what (because the site is still accepting payments via PayPal). Sadly, I can't find the deck anywhere else.
GRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR!!!!
T.
cardlady22
20-03-2009, 09:47
I'll be sending some prayers & good vibes, afrosaxon!
Don't lose hope yet . . . there's still time. I've had a couple of scares lately myself and about the next day or so everything would come through.
Vladaria
22-03-2009, 03:55
Don't worry Afrosaxon - Whatever you send I'm sure your partner will love it!!!
I've been up to my eyeballs recently but the package is coming together nicely (Hoorah!!)
Really excited about this whole exchange!
Nic xx
Heads up everyone we are closing in quickly on the month of March which means everyone should be mailing and to my knowledge only two people have finished and mailed their packages.
Last minute idea?
Random Suggestion: A Tarot Journal
Find a cheap journal, a note book or even a three ring binder again and help your partner keep track of all of their readings. I read this link last month, which is how I come about the idea. http://www.ata-tarot.com/reflections/02-05-09/a_tarot_journal_why.html
Please let me know if there is any problems!
cardlady22
23-03-2009, 07:27
Remember, you don't want to get your stuff at the post office- it's the most expensive way to go! (not to mention the mean looks and sounds the people in line will throw your way)
ETA: of course, this doesn't apply if you need the flat-rate Priority box.
Check Walmart or an office supply store.
*box
*clear package tape
*roll of bubble wrap?
If you don't want to pay for the bubble wrap, you can use plastic shopping bags and crumple up papers/magazines inside. (Just make sure you don't place any items into the same type of bag!)
schmedrake
24-03-2009, 00:47
Heads up everyone we are closing in quickly on the month of March which means everyone should be mailing and to my knowledge only two people have finished and mailed their packages.
Hi, Tabi. I thought we weren't supposed to ship until between 3/30 and 4/4. That gives us another week, right? I won't be ready to ship my package until at least the end of this week.
afrosaxon
24-03-2009, 01:16
Hi, Tabi. I thought we weren't supposed to ship until between 3/30 and 4/4. That gives us another week, right? I won't be ready to ship my package until at least the end of this week.
Exactly. I'll probably be shipping toward the end of the shipping period...I haven't decided if I'm going to re-buy that deck or not.
T.
Sinduction
24-03-2009, 01:24
I hate it when that stuff happens. Maybe it will still turn up. I once ordered some stones and never got a confirmation email or anything. The package just showed up one day, after I had forgotten all about it.
Still no response to emails? Is there a phone number?
afrosaxon
24-03-2009, 01:39
Still no response to emails? Is there a phone number?
Nope, and nope. PayPal doesn't even have a phone number for the vendor...only the same email address that is listed on the website. *sigh*
I should have gone to Tarot Garden. *sigh* They have it in stock (and I know I'd get it quickly), but I'm watching my pennies right now and I'm not too keen on having to kick out the price of another deck plus shipping, especially since I don't know how or when my PayPal dispute against this vendor will be resolved (I'm hoping for a refund, but who knows).
T.
Sinduction
24-03-2009, 10:14
Oh, paypal will get your money back. They should have given you an expected date of resolution. You can also call paypal and talk with them. They are quite nice to deal with.
It came today!!! I am actually at a loss for words trying to describe the wonderful gifts that made up my surprise package!! I LOVE everything!!!
The first thing I need to do is to say THANK YOU CARDLADY 22!! Thank you for all my treasures and thank you so much for all the time and energy it took to get everything so right!! :heart: I hope I don't leave anything out!!! I wish I had the means to take pictures!!
I love my birth chart necklace!!! The main color is garnet red and it really is me!! Thank you also for the chart showing the stone placements.
:bugeyed: The Twelve Tribes Of Israel Bracelet is AWESOME!!! Twelve colored stones with a silver magnet closure. I have both the necklace and bracelet on and will wear them often!!!
The Key To The Kingdom SET!!! I have wondered about this set. It looks interesting!!
There is a note book with an experiment to do with the conection between the signs and decans. I need to study more on this.
Astro card charts and book on the Aspects. This is all new to me, but I will enjoy studying it!
There is a black scrying mirror made from a picture frame!! :bugeyed: It really works! :bugeyed:
There is a gold "altar: stand to put it on!
A note book with an experiment to do with the connection between the signs and decans...I need to study this more.
A book "An Astrological Mandala" by Dane Rudhyar
Would you believe Hershey"s Fabulous Desserts Cook Book!! Yummy stuff in there!!!
AND if that wasn't enough!!! The Merryday Tarot WITH the book!!! I love..love..love this deck!!
Thank you Cardlady 22...thank you very very much!!! :heart:
Sounds like another great package. :D :D :D
cardlady22
24-03-2009, 22:51
Quester, I am so glad that you are excited and pleased with my choices! It really became a fun family affair since my daughter shares your birthday. And it was quite interesting to see how she responded to various items & compare to your responses. (BTW, she wanted to know which fairy you liked best!)
For anyone else who is interested, I use semi-precious beads at 6mm size for the planets and 4mm beads for the base color. The zodiac signs are marked with small 3mm metal beads (in gold or silver as the client prefers). Depending on the length of the strand you want, you lay out x for each sign & replace the small 4mm with the larger 6mm where it should lie.
*This photo shows one I did for my husband's grandmother. She's a Leo; her base color is an amber glass.
http://i197.photobucket.com/albums/aa104/legendaryelement/LDnatal.jpg
The Key to the Kingdom is an interesting little gem that I have been studying along with the Astro-Cards/playing cards methods. For some of them, it really makes the choices of the rhymes pop!
The little gold stand is actually a cup-and-saucer display that I ran across at Michaels! I was so surprised to see that it would work for what I wanted!
*I can't find them on the website, but the tag says it's made by BP Industries in Canada.
http://i197.photobucket.com/albums/aa104/legendaryelement/standbrass.jpg
The instructions for making your own scrying "mirror" out of a picture frame were on the Internet. If someone has the skills with Sculpey or other polymer clays, there are some incredible things you can do.
tabi, thank you so much for hosting this exchange! There is nothing else that gives my soul such a thrill. I needed to mail mine early due to how the pay-weeks fall, but I'm looking forward to seeing what everyone else gets/gives!
schmedrake
31-03-2009, 09:12
I just want to state that I'm putting the finishing touches on my package and will mail it tomorrow.
I'm excited and nervous, all at the same time. This has been a constant in my mind for two months now, as I'm sure it has been for all of you. It has been a singular experience to put together a package for a person whose first name I don't even know... just some initials and an address. I've never even spoken to this person on this forum. And yet I care intensely about making her happy.
Doing this project has been such a gift to me. I imagine all of you feel the same. I feel a sisterhood of sorts here, all connected by the hopes we hang on this anonymous exchange. Tabi, thank you so much for organizing this. And congratulations to everyone who is finishing up their boxes this week. And to whoever my partner is, I will love anything you send me because I know what you've put behind it.
Hooray for everyone!
LOL :D
This is the start of the Shipping Week I do hope everyone is close to finished and is getting ready to mail their packages out please let me know if there is going to be a problem.
Sinduction
31-03-2009, 16:06
I feel that way too! This is what, my third or fourth exchange? And it still is so much fun. I don't know my partner either (how does that happen?) and her tastes vary greatly from mine. I had a lot of fun picking some scented things for her that are not scents I like! So I hope I did ok. :D I'm at the store smelling things thinking, "Does this smell good for being X?"
I just love getting goodies in the mail. I don't even care what's in the box. The fun for me is the anticipation and the excitement.
I am planning on shipping Weds or Thurs. I don't think I can get to it tomorrow but I may try. I did manage to stuff it all in a flat rate box. Don't know how I managed it! It may spring open like a can of fake snakes. :D
Sinduction
02-04-2009, 03:53
As I was packing everything up I realized I hadn't taken any pics of my new creation. Thank goodness I hadn't sealed it up tight!
I'm off to the post! :D
schmedrake
03-04-2009, 09:36
Yahoo! My package arrived safely at its destination! So everyone (in California) needs to go outside and check their porch, because maybe I sent the package to you!
JennyFunk
03-04-2009, 15:43
Woot! I'm off to the post office in the morning! Had to wait til pay day, lol. I'm all tingly now...anticipation........
Have a fantabulous day yall!
My package is at my house and I'm not! So, to my partner who sent me a gift, It arrived and I'll get to open it tonight! Yay :) Hh
My package is at my house and I'm not! So, to my partner who sent me a gift, It arrived and I'll get to open it tonight! Yay :) Hh
LOL Oh that has to suck. :D You're going to be sitting there all day waiting to open it. Hope you enjoy it when you do find out what is in it.
schmedrake
04-04-2009, 02:16
Oh, hooray!
I may as well come clean... I'm your partner, Horace! Me! It's me! And I'm wiggling in anticipation. I'm so glad you got your package and it's safe and not being torn apart by wildebeasts or whatever they have in California.
Sinduction
04-04-2009, 03:10
Cougars? Or coyotes? :D Paris Hiltons?
Hahahaha! I was so excited shipping off my package and waiting for her to get it that I completely forgot I'm waiting on one myself!
Now I can't stand it!
Sinduction
04-04-2009, 03:41
I just checked and saw my package made it safely to my partner!!!
Can't wait to hear about it!!! :D
schmedrake
04-04-2009, 03:48
Boogers. I'm not your partner because I'm still waiting.
Unless you sent Adrian, the interesting man I just met in my neighborhood. :D He's the only thing that arrived on my porch unexpected.
cardlady22
04-04-2009, 04:13
"Not I," said the duck.
It's almost as much fun trying to guess who my partner is as it will be to open the box!
Package is on the way!!! Whew that was a close one!!! Hope my partner likes it!! :)
Last night (1am) I put my box by my bed and I just have started opening it! We all have talents on the forum others don't know about. Schmedrake's is astral travel, obviously! I'm not even out of bed, and the packages haven't stopped coming out of the box. Every one is wrapped in the shades of my wardrobe. I even went to see my socks and, yep, all the shades of aqua and turquoise and blues. You could have straightened my closet while you were in there! LOL
There's a rolled up scroll of pages that talks about my package. It's the first thing I've opened. I'm going to get tea and toast, and open the rest. I shall post more in a bit.
Schmedrake,...more later, of course. but thank you for the smells in my room so far! :)Hh
Vladaria
05-04-2009, 02:02
My parcel is winging it's way to the recipient...
I'm hoping it will get there in time for Easter :)
Might have to stick to the UK next time as a USA tracked parcel was £44 postage :bugeyed:
Nic x
Well today was the last day to ship out your package I do hope that everyone's is on the move or will be no later then Monday morning. You know people are waiting on you and the package you made them.
stefficus
05-04-2009, 07:35
*throws a small but vigorous temper tantrum* MY PACKAGE CAME BACK. *fuuuuuuuuuuuuuuumes*
i wondered why the tracking looked weird, but i figured it was just one of those things. *headdesk* but no, there it was on my porch, my package that i sent out. wth?
and the post office was already closed! i couldn't even run out and send it off again! monday morning it is... with a very stern guarding blessing this time, i guess. grrrr....
i am so very, VERY peeved. i will try to keep my annoyance vibes from rubbing off on the package, but they're leaking EVERYwhere. a sage smudge may be in order before resending. heh.
(oh! wait! maybe this'll give me a chance to put more stuff in! :D)
afrosaxon
05-04-2009, 08:15
I got to the post office too late today (I thought they closed at 3!). I will try again Monday...at least I KNOW they close at 5pm.
*sigh*
T.
I just now got to finish opening my pkges, I've been gone 6 days and life has intervened..
I don't have the capabilities to post pictures, but schmedrake has written a little something about each that I will include.
My gift has a divination theme, something dear to my heart (played well with 'imaginary friends' all my life) lol
and schmedrake has sent me the tools for my own personal rituals. I'll list in the order she did, but there's no doubt as to my favorites. :)
First of all, my sand...:):) from the Potomac River and still DAMP! I picture Valley Forge and Mt Vernon and the guards of the ancients. I ran my hands through it and saw George and his troops. Really cool!
a my-size-palm held crystal ball with a whole other world living inside. Amazing.
"Sea Magic" a book for divining with shells..I love it!
the Under Sea Tarot, with Neptune as the Charioteer..my ruler..
an assortment of the Best smelling tools to use in the handwritten just for me ritual she designed. included were:
bath salts, annointing oil, Incense, candles, charcoal, holders and salt. she even included the handmade from etsy dishes to use these with!
oh, and index cards for smudging with smoke billets. haven't does these for years and forgot all about these!
and the two things I will cherish the most. A handmade small journal with a tooled pewter designed front. I just can't decribe it! and finally, my pendulum..I feel like Golum and don't want to share. Mine mine mine...but it's too incredible to keep to myself.. It's a piece of sea glass and a spiral shell woven together with a beautiful silver chain. She included the information on where they came and how she got them, making them all that more precious.
I know everyone out there awaiting their packages knows exactly how I feel right now. This arrived just when I need a real pick-me-up and the timing was perfect. Thank you so much, schmedrake.:)Hh
schmedrake
05-04-2009, 13:34
Hooray! I'm so glad you liked them. And who knows? George may have stepped on that very sand. Before George, Indians lived up and down the river. (And I tried to dry the sand out for days, but it just wouldn't dry out!)
Also, I'm glad you liked the pendulum. As far as I know, there's not another one like it in the world. And I also didn't take a picture of it, because I wanted you to hoard it like Golum. :)
ETA: I just looked up the park where I got your sand from and it was part of George Washington's River Farm.
My package will be posted tomorrow, sorry for the delay, but had to add just last one last thing before it got sent off, and then find a different box, because the one i was using, was'nt allowed(only in South Africa). But don't worry tomorrow is the day it begins the journey to my eagerly awaiting partner, and it should'nt take long to get there. Here's hoping it lives up to the expectations. It's Christmas all over again!
Sinduction
06-04-2009, 05:21
Sounds like a great package Schmedrake! Lots of thought put into that one!
And stefficus! My dear how awful!
So, dear partner, why have you not yet posted? I'm on pins and needles!!!
cardlady22
06-04-2009, 05:46
First of all, my sand...:):) from the Potomac River and still DAMP!
"Sea Magic" a book for divining with shells..I love it!
the Under Sea Tarot
I would have never thought of collecting sand/earth from all over the place. That is incredible! Do you have any special places that you haven't added yet? How do you keep/label them?
I've seen Sandra Kynes' Sea Magic mentioned. Living in Florida all my life, the water is a large part of how I relax.
Do you have an ISBN or link for this Under Sea Tarot?
schmedrake
06-04-2009, 09:00
Cardlady, here's a link to the Undersea Tarot.
http://www.tarotgarden.com/boutique/onlinecatalog.php?view_title=Undersea+Tarot&pageenter=0
cardlady22
06-04-2009, 09:04
Many thanks, schmedrake! It was the inadvertent separation of words "under sea" that kept skewing my searches to the Navigators of the Mystic Sea.
I have to add a bit about my pendulum with the spiral shell. It rotates clock wise for yes and counter-clockwise for no! None of my others do that. This one is very special.:)
Cardlady, I have a large metal school globe with a hole in the top. Some of every bit of sand sent or given to me,(a lot, over the years) goes into the globe. helps me to realize we're all connected somehow and in this together.
The rest collects dust. :) Hh
schmedrake
06-04-2009, 13:25
I was curious to know about the sand, too. As I was collecting your sand and noticed how brown it was, it occurred to me all the different colors of sand that you probably had, too. I'll bet that globe is getting pretty heavy.
cardlady22
06-04-2009, 13:59
I've never been too keen on the vividly colored sand art projects that the kids do at fairs, etc . . . but I could really get into one made with the natural varieties! I can just envision using glue to sprinkle sand from that actual continent "where it belongs"!
We have a huge globe that uses small slabs of semi-precious stones to form the continents. The base has a built-in compass too!
Sinduction
07-04-2009, 05:36
I was so glum today. Went to get the mail, it was all junk. *sigh* Then a knock at my door! I was so excited, I made the mailman laugh!
So..... Quester!!!!! What a lovely package you put together for me!!!
I love the fiction books! I've never read any of these and I am so looking forward to it. I didn't even know tarot fiction existed! I opened the colored pencils before the color your own deck. I was so confused! That will be much fun for me to do. And I love the pendulum kit! I have a feeling I will be buying these and sending them out to others. I love the cards with them. The journal is lovely and would you believe the pen you included, how mundane, is my favorite pen!! Being a writer I am so picky about the pens and those are the ones I buy. How weird is that! I feel like John Cusack, "I gave her my heart and she gave me a pen!" I love pens and pencils and books and paper. I'm such a nerd!
I love the crystal gazing book, it was on my wish list! And the crystal ball is so lovely! I opened it last and it was so cold (we've got snow today) that it actually clouded up as soon as I touched it! So I've been ever so gently rolling her around in my hands to heat her up and she is just a beauty! The imperfections are so perfect and I can clearly see a rainbow eye in her side. I am just in love with her and don't want to let go.
And, most embarrassing for me to admit, I let out a squeal when I unwrapped the Tarot of the Magical Forest! I did! Something about those kooky looking animals has been calling to me for months!
I'm so excited! You put together such a great package. I love it all and don't know what to play with first! Thank you so much!!! :heart: :heart:
afrosaxon
07-04-2009, 06:02
Everybody is getting these cool packages! :D
I shipped my partner's off today, Priority Mail with delivery confirmation. So...folks should be on the lookout for a Priority Mail box from Raleigh, NC. :cool: It should arrive by the end of the week.
T.
schmedrake
07-04-2009, 06:56
*contemplating afrosaxon as possible partner as I cross Quester off my list*
schmedrake
07-04-2009, 06:59
Hey, wait... Tabi are you a giver/getter? Or are you just facilitating this?
cardlady22
07-04-2009, 07:11
Hey, wait... Tabi are you a giver/getter? Or are you just facilitating this?
Yes! What about Dorothy?!?!
schmedrake
07-04-2009, 07:38
If she's participating that throws all my math off. I'll have to move into calculus and statistics and quite possibly, uh, particle physics! I don't know if I can handle this! Someone, please, hand me a paper bag!
*hyperventillating*
cardlady22
07-04-2009, 07:51
schmedrake, are you as bad as I am? I actually have a tally of who has posted they sent; who has posted received & who their giver was.
I am going to be ROFL if the first name I was drawn to (back before we even knew it would be secret) ends up being my partner/giver.
I was so glum today. Went to get the mail, it was all junk. *sigh* Then a knock at my door! I was so excited, I made the mailman laugh!
So..... Quester!!!!! What a lovely package you put together for me!!!
I love the fiction books! I've never read any of these and I am so looking forward to it. I didn't even know tarot fiction existed! I opened the colored pencils before the color your own deck. I was so confused! That will be much fun for me to do. And I love the pendulum kit! I have a feeling I will be buying these and sending them out to others. I love the cards with them. The journal is lovely and would you believe the pen you included, how mundane, is my favorite pen!! Being a writer I am so picky about the pens and those are the ones I buy. How weird is that! I feel like John Cusack, "I gave her my heart and she gave me a pen!" I love pens and pencils and books and paper. I'm such a nerd!
I love the crystal gazing book, it was on my wish list! And the crystal ball is so lovely! I opened it last and it was so cold (we've got snow today) that it actually clouded up as soon as I touched it! So I've been ever so gently rolling her around in my hands to heat her up and she is just a beauty! The imperfections are so perfect and I can clearly see a rainbow eye in her side. I am just in love with her and don't want to let go.
And, most embarrassing for me to admit, I let out a squeal when I unwrapped the Tarot of the Magical Forest! I did! Something about those kooky looking animals has been calling to me for months!
I'm so excited! You put together such a great package. I love it all and don't know what to play with first! Thank you so much!!! :heart: :heart:
YAY!!!! I am SOOO happy that you liked your package!!!
I had a lot of fun putting it together!!
Sorry the crystal ball book by Uma Silby looks a little um used...lol...it HAS had a lot of use, but I saw it on your wish list and just had to include it! :)
schmedrake
07-04-2009, 09:04
schmedrake, are you as bad as I am? I actually have a tally of who has posted they sent; who has posted received & who their giver was.
I am going to be ROFL if the first name I was drawn to (back before we even knew it would be secret) ends up being my partner/giver.
I don't have a written tally, but I have analyzed and re-analyzed your comment of "not I, said the duck" and have decided that it could be simple misdirection on your part to throw me off the scent of YOU as MY PARTNER!
So don't think you're off my hook, cardlady.
:D
cardlady22
07-04-2009, 09:24
. . . but I have analyzed and re-analyzed your comment of "not I, said the duck" and have decided that it could be simple misdirection on your part to throw me off the scent of YOU as MY PARTNER!
:D
That was in reply to Sinduction's post "fishing" for her Receiver to post. (which hasn't happened yet, right?)
My package went to Quester.
Sinduction
07-04-2009, 09:38
YAY!!!! I am SOOO happy that you liked your package!!!
I had a lot of fun putting it together!!
Sorry the crystal ball book by Uma Silby looks a little um used...lol...it HAS had a lot of use, but I saw it on your wish list and just had to include it! :)
I love used things so that is not a problem at all! I just finally allowed myself to buy brand new sheets, they were on clearance, and I'm in my 30's. My mom raised us like that one cell phone commercial. "These are perfectly good minutes. Some people don't get to keep their unused minutes...." I like to think I'm being eco-friendly instead of cheap! :D
That was in reply to Sinduction's post "fishing" for her Receiver to post. (which hasn't happened yet, right?)You are correct. I'm still waiting.
cardlady22
07-04-2009, 09:40
That's very strange, Sinduction . . . I hope the package and/or your partner are OK!
schmedrake
07-04-2009, 09:41
*skeptical look*
Fine. Whatever you say.
I smell my package coming from overseas, anyways. Or Tabi, who lives in my birth city. Or JennyFunk who has two names in one. Or afrosaxon who has not denied my suspicious glare. Or...
Aaaaarrrrrgh!
schmedrake
07-04-2009, 09:45
You are correct. I'm still waiting.
Ahhhh, I thought perhaps you'd heard behind the scenes. I hope she's OK, too. Maybe something's just wrong with her internet access.
Sinduction
07-04-2009, 11:41
It says her last activity was 3 days ago. :(
The tracking says it's there so I'm gonna try to trust that and not imagine it's left out in the rain while she's gone out of town for some reason... lol
I smell my package coming from overseas, anyways. Or Tabi, who lives in my birth city. Or JennyFunk who has two names in one. Or afrosaxon who has not denied my suspicious glare. Or...
Aaaaarrrrrgh!
It is a lot of fun to guess from who and where the packages are coming from!!
JennyFunk
07-04-2009, 14:19
First off, let me apologize for being late with my reply. I had to got out of town suddenly on Friday. My lovely aunt is having heart problems, and had a serious upset, so I rushed off to see her. She is recovering fine now though so HURRAY! I came back late on Sunday and my friend who was checking on my house, and DUN DUN DUN the MAIL, had set my lovely package on my table. I threw all my things down on the kitchen floor and sat immediately at my table and began opening things. I had been so stressed from the escapades of that weekend and the gift was such a nice welcoming warmth to come home to that I just started crying. I had a long day at work today and now have time to go through things again and would love to share the thoughtfulness that *Sinduction* had bestowed upon me! It will continue very shortly in my second post!!
Thank you so very much Sinduction!
JennyFunk
07-04-2009, 15:13
This is my first exchange and I loved every minute of it!!! I received an awesome package from Sinduction and am honored to have her as my first ever official exchange gifter!!!
Dudes and Dudettes...check this out!
If you gave me a bag of starbursts candy I will eat the yellow and orange ones last because I love citrus...a lot. So, I believe you, Sinduction, being a tad nervous about picking the scents out, did a fantastically delicious job! How awesome do these names sound, Lemon Squeeze and Tropical Snowcone!!! Holy Muskrat ya'll! There was a wax melter included with some orange and lemon melts in there along with some tea lights. I've never had a wax melter before, so I'm super pumped about that! I have a drawstring bag, feels like an 80's vibe, which I love because I'm a child of that decade, filled with wonderfully delightful christmas themed goodies. I love them! I've had a hankering for a small playing card deck to carry around in my purse and that is perfect! I love the penguin file too. He is a cutie. And I forget if I said I collect christmas ornaments, but I do and I got a jingle bell ornament with a beautiful angel on top of it. I will think of you each christmas when I dress my tree up. Thank you for that lovely addition! A small elastic bound journal, which I love, a sweet looking beanie baby bear and an cute elf pen were also included! Next was a super amazing bag of tea!!! There are many there I have never tried. I've got a Chinese Organic Oolong Tea steeping currently...as I type! Two mood cds were included, very neat too! One is sea sounds with thematic guitar in the back ground and another is peaceful panpipes! I can't wait to try readings with them! I smiled real big when I saw the honey in there. Holy Moley, there is a bottle of cucumber and aloe lotion...WOW, that stuff smells so good. I just want to eat it, lol, but I won't. There was also some Refreshing Citrus essential oil that was there too, that too is amazing. Ya'll, I got some candle jewelry too! hee hee, it is a strand of silver beads and wire to wrap around my pillar candles. It looks very beautiful on my candle in my reading area!
I love all the smells, super good choices! So there was a citrus theme and also animals: bears, penguins, an angel, an elf, a few snowmen, some bees and...The Animals Divine Deck with the companion book!!! I picked it up towards the end of the opening event and just froze there. I held really still for a few minutes. The feelings and vibes I was getting from the package as a whole were amazingly serene and just so peaceful that I had to sit a bask and let the warmth roll over me. The deck holds this same resonance with myself still. I feel refreshed and cleansed after only spending a few minutes with my new deck!
Now I forget the order of how I opened my gifts, but I started crying when I saw the most beautiful spread cloth ever. I just held that for a while too. She crocheted a 3 blue toned spread cloth for me with a matching deck bag. I am in love with it. I get a nice warm, very grounded and content vibe from that too. I have to admit that I slept with it by my pillow last night and intend to tonight as well, lol. I don't know if that's good for the cloth for future readings, but hey, it makes me happy. She used a technique called Tunisian Crochet and it is sort of a pinwheel vibe to it with 6 triangular sections crafted together to make a hexagon type shape. Very beautiful with decorative points making the vertexes between the pieces.
Sorry if that was too long winded, but I am so lucky to have had a partner who put in so much thought with my package, choosing things that are out of her personal preferences and putting a lot of effort into something for a person she's never even met. I think I've said before that I love sentimental things and just having things that other people have loved previously and things they put a part of themselves into. I will cherish these gifts, especially the reading cloth and bag, forever. I can feel what you've given to me and I know these pieces will retain your caring vibes. I will never be able to tell you how much this has meant to me. Thank you so much, from the bottom of my heart.
Love, Jennifer
Sinduction
07-04-2009, 16:13
Well don't I feel like a horse's behind! :D I'm so sorry to hear about your aunt.
I'm absolutely thrilled that you like the package! We are so different in tastes that it was a challenge. But those two candles, one smelled like a creamsicle and I couldn't put it down! I added the christmas things because it is not a holiday I celebrate yet I always get tons of things and I don't know what to do with them. So I am very glad you like them. I always have a lot of items lying around here and I feel very much like a train station, having to figure out what is supposed to go where. So I guess I chose correctly for yours!
I gave you a few bags of every tea I had in my cupboard. I love tea but am the only one who drinks it around here. And aren't the bee honey things adorable!
Here are pics of the cloth and the bag, I'm so glad you like them. I was unsure of the cloth since it was made specifically for you. The cloths that I normally make just didn't seem to fit for you and I wanted to make that bag and then I wanted a cloth to match. I just think it is beautiful. I hope it doesn't over power the cards. You must let me know how it holds up! And let me know if the size is ok. That is the first prototype, I don't even have one for myself yet.
cloth and bag (http://www.flickr.com/photos/24673192@N08/3405053416/) and just the bag close-up (http://www.flickr.com/photos/24673192@N08/3404242009/in/photostream/)
It doesn't look as busy in person. The pics almost gave me vertigo!
I'm hoping the bag fits that deck but since it was sealed I didn't want to open it to check. It should fit a standard sized deck.
I'm so glad that the package made it and that it lifted your spirits as well. Many blessings to you and your aunt. :heart:
JennyFunk
07-04-2009, 16:23
Sinduction, I totally understand the feeling, please don't feel bad at all. I feel bad for not being able to reply right away!
I haven't tried a reading yet, but I will def. keep you informed my friend. I feel so special that you created something for me you've not done for anyone else. It just adds to the beauty of it. The cards do fit in the bag, nice and snug and cozy! Thanks for posting the pictures of that :) Hee hee, I'm all giddy now!
Hey, wait... Tabi are you a giver/getter? Or are you just facilitating this?
I am just the facilitator of this one.
Editted to Add:
So I can't be sending anyones package. There is a minor issue with one of them being late both the Giver and Receiver have communicated and really hope that they continue to do so until it is shipped out.
schmedrake
07-04-2009, 23:40
Woo hoo! That means my torture will soon be over and, within days, I'll know who my partner is!
Sinduction, that bag and cloth set is beautiful! Personally, I'm into circular motion, but mainly stick to swirls and circles. Pinwheels are whole new thought for me. Nice work!
cardlady22
07-04-2009, 23:45
Sinduction, that package to Jenny was absolutely inspired! I can smell all the family vacations at the beach, Christmas in July sales, etc!
IF you check the Second Post on this thread it is a list of those who have recieved packages, if you got something and I missed it please let me know. I need to keep all of this all straight.
Also an a side note....Do you guys want to do this again? And what type of exchange would you like to be looking to do?
Vladaria
08-04-2009, 02:44
I'd love to do the exchange again - but how about pulling the strings in a bit and having a "deck plus 3" exchange....
i.e you're only allowed to put in
1) A deck or set
2) A Handmade thing
3) One surprise thing of your choice....
In times of economic downturn it would take the $$$ pressure off AND make it easy to opt for worldwide without worrying about postage ;)
Vlad xx
Sinduction
08-04-2009, 02:47
I love doing exchanges. What I particularly liked about this one was all the time. Since I do a lot of hand-made things it was nice to not be rushed for once. It also let me budget more money into it, since I'm on a limited income.
I'm trying to think of themes or something.
I usually just go nuts with my partner's wish list. :D
I'd love to do the exchange again - but how about pulling the strings in a bit and having a "deck plus 3" exchange....
i.e you're only allowed to put in
1) A deck or set
2) A Handmade thing
3) One surprise thing of your choice....
In times of economic downturn it would take the $$$ pressure off AND make it easy to opt for worldwide without worrying about postage ;)
Vlad xx
i rather like this idea, anyone else have some thoughts on this?
afrosaxon
08-04-2009, 03:13
Originally Posted by Vladaria
I'd love to do the exchange again - but how about pulling the strings in a bit and having a "deck plus 3" exchange....
i.e you're only allowed to put in
1) A deck or set
2) A Handmade thing
3) One surprise thing of your choice....
In times of economic downturn it would take the $$$ pressure off AND make it easy to opt for worldwide without worrying about postage
Vlad xx
i rather like this idea, anyone else have some thoughts on this?
I LIKE this idea! :thumbsup: In addition to the reasons listed by Vladaria, it would also take the pressure off those who feel that the package they created for their partner was somehow inadequate because it was not as elaborate or creative as others. This way, everyone's package would be a bit more equal.
Just my $.02.
T.
cardlady22
08-04-2009, 03:14
I think the "Mini Exchange" is a great idea! Although it will be quite hard for me to limit down to 3 items. :grin:
I think the "Mini Exchange" is a great idea! Although it will be quite hard for me to limit down to 3 items. :grin:
hmmm....wonder if we could allow for those misc things that we have things laying around the house to begin with ie: candles, incense, teas, kinda thing. Vlad this is your idea what do you think??
hmmm....wonder if we could allow for those misc things that we have things laying around the house to begin with ie: candles, incense, teas, kinda thing. Vlad this is your idea what do you think??
Sounds GREAT to me!!! :)
JennyFunk
08-04-2009, 09:24
The mini exchange does sound quite nice. I rather like that for a bit. It would be tough to add just one extra thing though, hee hee. That would take the most time is just deciding.
And my delivery confirmation came through....someone out there has a package from me...dun dun dun!
Vladaria
08-04-2009, 09:38
hmmm....wonder if we could allow for those misc things that we have things laying around the house to begin with ie: candles, incense, teas, kinda thing. Vlad this is your idea what do you think??
The trouble is as soon as we start allowing "Add ons" people can start to feel pressured..and it starts adding postage costs so it means people are more likely to say USA/UK only. I'd really like to open things up so that when the packages start flying people aren't delaying because they feel they ought to add extra bits and pieces.
Don't get me wrong, I loved doing this exchange but the cost for postage was over £40 ($60) because all those fun little extras add tons of weight...
Hopefully with a longish lead time again and only three things to think of people will concentrate on three small quality items with lots of thought and attention :)
How about a "Little things mean a lot" exchange ~ we could always do a big one again later but this could be a "blow off steam" & no ones excluded exchange. It also means that the packages would be light enough to send Airmail.
From a purely personal point of view a few smaller exchanges would be quite uplifting and hopefully I'd get to play with more people. Big exchanges make me either feel mean for making lightweight parcels/compromising on weight or robbed by the postal service for postage :(
OMG I seem to have written an essay, sorry (retreats back into corner)
Nicxx
Sinduction
08-04-2009, 10:31
Haha, in theory it's a great idea. But how many of us are going to stick to 3 things? :D We're a bunch of cheaters!
schmedrake
08-04-2009, 11:45
I'm a cheater. I admit it.
I'd love to do another exchange. And I'll try to play by the rules.
If we do an anonymous one, Tabi, I'd be happy to help you facilitate so you could participate. I have a scheme in mind that could keep it anonymous for both of us. I could match and manage half the names and you could match and manage the other half. You'd match me, I'd match you. Both of us would be in the dark. Just a thought if you want to participate and keep your partner's identity secret. :)
I generally offer some one to pick me as their parnter if I join, lately though it is more to do with money issues that I don't join the exchange. I love doing and love making them so don't overly mind not actually getting a package. I do get to see some amazing things that people put together and/or create. So no worries on me in general however schmedrake if you're offering help I may just take you up on that offer in the upcoming exchange.
If we do do the "Little Things Mean A Lot" exchange when do you want to start it?
oh Nic no worries on the "essay" I've seen and read a lot of things on AT and that actually was relatively short in comparison to some. ;)
schmedrake
08-04-2009, 12:16
I'm happy to help if you need it. :)
I'm good to start whenever. I kind of like having the time to marinate on things, though. It makes the torture that much sweeter. :D
I think tabi should definately be a part of the next one that comes around, as she definately done such a good job with one, i really feel guilty that she's not getting a package this time. I think i'll probably sit the next one out though, even though there are some good ideas as funds are a bit short at this stage, but it's been a great experience.
stefficus
08-04-2009, 15:46
And my delivery confirmation came through....someone out there has a package from me...dun dun dun!is moi!
haven't opened it yet, am sicker than a dog and didn't even know i had it yesterday. bleeeehhhh....
i will update when i am upright again. *sigh*
JennyFunk
08-04-2009, 16:23
Oh Dudette! I hope you feel better very soon! Its that time of year, a lot of folks around me are quite sick. I'm glad you got the package alright though :)
Sending you well wishes!!!
afrosaxon
09-04-2009, 01:57
I love Priority Mail! :D
I tracked the package and found out that it has arrived at the post office of the city where my partner lives, early this morning...so my partner may actually get it delivered to their house today!
:party:
That was FAST...I just mailed it off Monday afternoon! :bugeyed:
Nice to see my tax dollars working hard. ;)
T.
cardlady22
09-04-2009, 03:46
Oh, afrosaxon! It's me!! And it's you!! I kid you not- I had been attracted to your name back before we decided on secret partners & had even picked 2 items for "if" you ended up my partner . . . and my sister lives VERY close to you!
I opened my box & there are home-made Rice Krispie Treats that she has mixed my other fave, Twix candy bars, into it!
http://i197.photobucket.com/albums/aa104/legendaryelement/CEtreats.jpg
The smell is incredible, but I can't eat one until I open my other little goodies! It wouldn't do to be sticky as I discover them!
ETA: They are super sweet! If you decide to make & eat some, you want to cut the squares quite a bit smaller. :grin:
I'll be back with more details & pics!
*still wrapped*
http://i197.photobucket.com/albums/aa104/legendaryelement/CEwrapped.jpg
*unwrapped*
http://i197.photobucket.com/albums/aa104/legendaryelement/CEopen.jpg
The little green one (top) was a pack of 3 lipsticks!
Rose Gold Shimmer, Chocolate Cherry Shimmer (Ulta)
Iced Pink (Avon glazeware)
Perfect for my coloring! Winter season: pale white skin; dark brown hair & eyes
The 3 red ones were a trilogy by David Eddings: The Elenium ~ Now, this is one of my all-time favorite authors & was the only early series that I didn't have. Always found 2 of the 3 in stores, but not in order! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!
The 3 striped ones were
~Vintage Crate Labels 2006 16-month mini calendar :grin: I adore these older style illustrations for products. I can't wait to turn these into some really neat crafts!
~Rachel Hale Photography notebook! About 5 3/4 by 8 inches. The cover is a beautiful white kitten surrounded by a soft blue blanket. It has 52 pages, so I will have 104 faces to record a new study inside!
~correction: girasol opal hand-painted 13 stone Witch's Runes set!!!!
http://i197.photobucket.com/albums/aa104/legendaryelement/CEquartzrunes.jpg
The symbols and their accompanying meaning cards are drawn with metallic gold & silver markers.
http://i197.photobucket.com/albums/aa104/legendaryelement/CEset13r.jpg
This is so not a craft I felt equal to trying and it is fabulous! (Ever so much better than markers on the wooden disks I had considered.) If I had gotten nothing else but these, I would have been exceptionally pleased- especially after the poor mish-mash of things I threw out in replies!
The 2 pink ones were
~an emerald green mirrored lipstick case ~ I'll have to hide this one from my daughter or I'll never see it again!
~ 5 crayons tied with a gold ribbon (Just had to sneak that in, didn't you!) The colors are yellow, raw sienna, magenta, gold, & atomic tangerine.
Hmmmm! 5 colors: 4 suits + the Majors- wonder what I can come up with in terms of my first deck design??
The black one was the African Tarot by Marina Romito and Denese Palm from South Africa. It is one of the most exquisitely-shaped little mini decks! About 2 1/4 by 3 inches. It comes in a corrugated box which really sets the tone for this deck. I shuffled and laid out a 4-card spread asking what it was like:
http://i197.photobucket.com/albums/aa104/legendaryelement/CEdeckAfrT.jpg
The LWB mentions the theme of "Justice" where Nelson Mandala was inaugurated as President & that the tortoise design on the backs refers to the "slow coming of justice."
The last one was wrapped in what looks like a baby's quilt pattern (had a duck!) ~ The Rune Oracle cards by Lo Scarabeo! I have crafty plans for this set of cards! (And that means my other set is safe from my paper cutter. It is literally sighing with relief.)
Afrosaxon, you did an incredible job! :thumbsup: And it's uncanny how you ended up hitting upon the very craft ideas that I'd been spinning webs with while looking at items for Quester's package.
schmedrake
09-04-2009, 05:51
*crossing afrosaxon off my list*
The possibilities are narrowing... I smell a package from overseas!
afrosaxon
09-04-2009, 10:24
Oh, afrosaxon! It's me!! And it's you!! I kid you not- I had been attracted to your name back before we decided on secret partners & had even picked 2 items for "if" you ended up my partner . . . and my sister lives VERY close to you!
Tabi must have picked up on your vibes...;)
I opened my box & there are home-made Rice Krispie Treats that she has mixed my other fave, Twix candy bars, into it!
http://i197.photobucket.com/albums/aa104/legendaryelement/CEtreats.jpg
The smell is incredible, but I can't eat one until I open my other little goodies! It wouldn't do to be sticky as I discover them!
ETA: They are super sweet! If you decide to make & eat some, you want to cut the squares quite a bit smaller. :grin:
Not only was this my firs time actually making Rice Krispy Treats, but since I gave up sugar and caffeine for Lent, I couldn't taste them to see how sweet they were! I just prayed that they tasted okay, since they LOOKED okay. :laugh:
The little green one (top) was a pack of 3 lipsticks!
Rose Gold Shimmer, Chocolate Cherry Shimmer (Ulta)
Iced Pink (Avon glazeware)
Perfect for my coloring! Winter season: pale white skin; dark brown hair & eyes
*whew*!!! Of course, having no idea what you looked like, I could only hope that the shades were compatible; I just knew they were a bit too light for me (especially since the sun is out more and I get a tan just walking down the street!).
The 3 red ones were a trilogy by David Eddings: The Elenium ~ Now, this is one of my all-time favorite authors & was the only early series that I didn't have. Always found 2 of the 3 in stores, but not in order! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!
This was the only series I could find all three of, and that was in good condition! YAY!
~clear quartz hand-painted 13 stone Witch's Runes set!!!!
http://i197.photobucket.com/albums/aa104/legendaryelement/CEquartzrunes.jpg
The symbols and their accompanying meaning cards are drawn with metallic gold & silver markers.
http://i197.photobucket.com/albums/aa104/legendaryelement/CEset13r.jpg
This was my first time making these runes as well! Glad they seemed to have turned out well...and they photograph well too! :D
If I had gotten nothing else but these, I would have been exceptionally pleased- especially after the poor mish-mash of things I threw out in replies!
Girl, between your questionnaire and the extra responses, you have NO idea how hard it was to put together a package for you! :laugh:
~ 5 crayons tied with a gold ribbon (Just had to sneak that in, didn't you!) The colors are yellow, raw sienna, magenta, gold, & atomic tangerine.
Hmmmm! 5 colors: 4 suits + the Majors-
Okay...never thought of that! :D And while we're at it, you had 11 wrapped items in your package..11 is a number of mastery. :cool:
wonder what I can come up with in terms of my first deck design??
The Elenium Tarot? Or something along those lines. I'm personally waiting for a Shannara Tarot, but that's just me.
The black one was the African Tarot by Marina Romito and Denese Palm from South Africa. It is one of the most exquisitely-shaped little mini decks! About 2 1/4 by 3 inches. It comes in a corrugated box which really sets the tone for this deck. I shuffled and laid out a 4-card spread asking what it was like:
http://i197.photobucket.com/albums/aa104/legendaryelement/CEdeckAfrT.jpg
The LWB mentions the theme of "Justice" where Nelson Mandala was inaugurated as President & that the tortoise design on the backs refers to the "slow coming of justice."
I hope you and this deck get along. It's not the original deck I wanted to give you, bu I guess the Universe had different ideas.
***note to all: go to TAROT GARDEN for your tarot deck needs! :D***
On the plus side, PayPal finally refunded my money.
The last one was wrapped in what looks like a baby's quilt pattern (had a duck!)
In the spirit of the exchange, I was re-using all of my tissue paper...ducks, stripes, and all! I even wrapped the tarot deck in the tissue paper that came with a recent MAC cosmetic purchase. LOL
Afrosaxon, you did an incredible job! :thumbsup: And it's uncanny how you ended up hitting upon the very craft ideas that I'd been spinning webs with while looking at items for Quester's package.
I'm glad you liked it.
T.
JennyFunk
09-04-2009, 11:06
Your package sounds so awesome!!! I freaked when I saw david eddings books. I've just been introduced to his books by a friend and I am feverishly trying to read as much as I can, when I can!!! I've started the Belgariad! Woot!
cardlady22
09-04-2009, 11:11
Girl, between your questionnaire and the extra responses, you have NO idea how hard it was to put together a package for you! :laugh:
It's that damned Gemini Sun . . . runs me all over the place. :P
I dub thee Princess of Putting Together Packages for Impossible People! :royal:
Okay...never thought of that! :D And while we're at it, you had 11 wrapped items in your package..11 is a number of mastery. :cool:
Yes, and 11 is the Jack of Hearts! Jack-of-all-passions, Master-of-none. That's me :angel:
I'm personally waiting for a Shannara Tarot, but that's just me.
Oh, now that would really be great! I'd settle for an oracle though.
I hope you and this deck get along. It's not the original deck I wanted to give you, but I guess the Universe had different ideas.
***note to all: go to TAROT GARDEN for your tarot deck needs! :D***
On the plus side, PayPal finally refunded my money.
I am a collector of decks with different cultural themes. I have a good feeling about the African Tarot . . . and I dare anyone to give me flack over using it! :SL
So glad to hear you didn't lose any money. (And I did stop by TG this evening. The WorldTree Mini and the Madame Endora's Fortune Cards are mine!) :cool4:
stefficus
09-04-2009, 15:56
before i get to the very very very nice package squeeing post, allow me to tell you all the boneheaded thing i did this morning. no, really, it'll be fun.
i came home from work (went sick, couldn't find a replacement) and picked the package from the lovely and talented jennyfunk off of the table that collects my mail... and found that when i opened my returned "sent" package to add fudge to it (chocolate amaretto swirl and dark chocolate caramel... something or other), i'd sealed it back up and sent it back out without putting the explanation letter back in. *D'OH!*
i mean, i didn't send anything terribly bizarre, but one likes to add more personal commentary than just, "from stefficus" to these types of things.
i am a huge dork. *grin*
soooooo, i stuffed that and a couple of other things in an envelope and trekked out to the mailbox. after that i was more than ready to crash, so i ended up bringing the package to work and opening it here.
if, as has been my luck lately, my partner should get the explanatory envelope before the package, please save it. :laugh:
stefficus
09-04-2009, 16:59
now, to the good stuff. :D
first, may i just say, i LOVE the light-bulb jar. i was like a little kid (ok, i'm like that anyway, but you know what i mean) going on about how cool it was. this set the tone for the whole package.
there was a prayer bracelet, which is not something i use but i HAVE suddenly started wearing bracelets lately, and i will definitely use this as something to help along my meditation, which has suffered greatly over the past few years. it'll remind me, all the time, and that's a good thing.
she sent me a recruit for my robot zombie monkey army! HE FLIES. he's... well, ok, he's not a zombie, or a robot, BUT HE FLIES. and he's got a cape, and a mask! he can be recon. :D
then there was a tube of yummmmmmy-smelling body wash, and some chocolate-covered coffee beans nom. i found a set of colored fridge magnets to put my own sigils on, which is a splendid idea that i'll absolutely be doing... i'm all about that. great idea!
OMG I GOT THE FANTOD I GOT THE FANTOD!! *hugs it* i've tried for it a few times lately and always been thwarted - but now it's MINE. *MUhahahaha*
and there's a sparkly, funky pendulum with shiny stuff all over it! this'll probably live with me, possibly hanging from my rearview mirror. woot! it's lovely! and, did i mention, sparkly?
there was a huge ball of variegated yarn in deep, dusky colors, and a skein of the same stuff. this'll keep me outta trouble for a long time. i will have a scarf from it, because that's all i know how to knit.
i get to feed my science fiction addiction with a DVD of forbidden planet and a science fiction hall of fame anthology. i don't think i've mentioned it, but i love short stories like no other form of literature, and i probably have over 20 of these collections... but not this one. score! ;)
next up, the tarot of the dead, along with a hand-made, multi-colored string wrap with little grinning skulls dangling from it to tie it up with. ANOTHER wish list item!! another box held the string and teas (tazo, yummmm!) which was too small to hold the TotD (it comes with an organza bag anyway, which is spiff because i'll be able to see the tie through the bag), but my intuitive deck fits in it perfectly.
at the very bottom is a red zen journal, with quotes on each page and sections corresponding to the eight pillars. i am a journal fool, and she says this particular one kept popping up, which amuses me for reasons which will become clear in a day or so.
i read the letter that went through all the inclusions, and that's when i realized there was stuff inside the ball of yarn. :bugeyed: all sorts of stuff was wrapped up in it, little gems and bath sample stuff and more tea and, you guys, a mini etch-a-sketch! i know you're jealous, and i'm not even being sarcastic.
most importantly, there was a hexagonal hunk of polished pink dolomite - kinda like a worry stone. it actually IS very soothing to hold, and it's staying in my pocket right now.
i have to get over being sick now, because i have to accost random people in the streets and gloat about what i got. thank you, thank you, THANK YOU jennyfunk!! dis most awsum pakij evah. ;) love it to death. *dance*
ETA: the monkey has a battle cry! *rofl* and let me tell you, the acoustics in here are GREAT. hehe.
JennyFunk
09-04-2009, 17:35
there was a prayer bracelet, which is not something i use but i HAVE suddenly started wearing bracelets lately, and i will definitely use this as something to help along my meditation, which has suffered greatly over the past few years. it'll remind me, all the time, and that's a good thing.
I don't wear the one I use. That thing is probably too big to wear, I hold it and the beads soothe me. Moving to each new, cool to the touch bead is nice, lol.
she sent me a recruit for my robot zombie monkey army! HE FLIES. he's... well, ok, he's not a zombie, or a robot, BUT HE FLIES. and he's got a cape, and a mask! he can be recon. :D
Ya'll...I went to mail this during my lunch hour...bad idea cuz it was packed with folks. So I get to the counter and LAY the box up there...because I jammed that box full of stuff the voicebox of the monkey activated and he let out his battle cry in a very packed, but very silent post office...It made half the people laugh and giggle and the others, well, they gave me very strange looks! So fun, awkward situations are my forte! I just knew the minute my eyes rolled over him while hunting for regifted items that you would enjoy him. At least for a little while, lol...robot zombie monkey army...killin me!
OMG I GOT THE FANTOD I GOT THE FANTOD!! *hugs it* i've tried for it a few times lately and always been thwarted - but now it's MINE. *MUhahahaha*
So super-duper pumped that you are excited about it. I never even knew about it until I browsed your wishlist! Right up my ally!
i read the letter that went through all the inclusions, and that's when i realized there was stuff inside the ball of yarn. :bugeyed: all sorts of stuff was wrapped up in it, little gems and bath sample stuff and more tea and, you guys, a mini etch-a-sketch! i know you're jealous, and i'm not even being sarcastic.
ha, dudette, I'm rolling on the floor with this, my hands clasped over my mouth so silly little giggles don't escape at all hours of the night! I love gifting these wrapped surprise balls to people. I realized after I shipped that I forgot to add my little note on the top to help instruct you to open and see what was inside. I mail small little random things to my good friends all the time. I had previously purchased the etch-a-sketch back in november. But for some reason I never feel right about mailing to anyone...until stefficus came along. Oh yeah. I'm glad it was received well!
most importantly, there was a hexagonal hunk of polished pink dolomite - kinda like a worry stone. it actually IS very soothing to hold, and it's staying in my pocket right now.
This makes me smile the most. The crystals and stones are a new interest that I have had assistance in facilitating my introduction from cardlady! I just love that stone and had a hunch you'd get something out of it. If only aesthetically.
I'm very glad you enjoyed your package. The dvd and book were regifted as well, so sorry if they seem roughed up, lol. That dvd is one of my top 10 fav movies of all time. I have no clue if you've seen it or not, but its classic. I loved the stories too. Let me know how the magnets turn out for you! As a first-timer in the exchange world I'm glad it had you a little giddy. I'm just beaming now!
schmedrake
10-04-2009, 01:29
My partner was Stefficus all along!!!
I just opened the package quickly and will have more to say after I'm done meeting the deadline I'm working on... and then after I take my dog to the vet. BUT, immediate standouts are...
A lovely teapot.
Wonderful handmade rune sticks.
Fimo-type thingies that I can't wait to find out what they are.
The beautiful (carnelian?) necklace that just felt so amazing when I unwrapped it.
And the Psy Kick game... how could you know I dig vintage stuff?
Oh gosh, guys, there were stones in there and fabric and tons of scarves holding treasures. There were books, including an old astrology book. There was fudge... it just goes on and on.
They deliver packages early and mail later in the day, so maybe I'll still get my explanation note today. Then I can find out what all those little disks and balls you made were about. And what you want me to do with the fabric. :)
Thank you, stefficus. I just quickly looked through stuff, but can't wait to sit down with the package later today and really experience it. I also can't wait to hear what you have to say about the stuff in there.
Hooray! I got a package!!!!
afrosaxon
10-04-2009, 09:54
Sooo...if I've calculated correctly, looks like I'm getting a package from either Jyscal or Vladaria. :cool: Either way, the package has a bit of a way to travel!
International prezzies...kewl!
ETA: Took another look...could be Quester! :D
T.
Sinduction
10-04-2009, 10:29
Quester's went to me! :D
cardlady22
10-04-2009, 11:03
Sooo...if I've calculated correctly, looks like I'm getting a package from either Jyscal or Vladaria. :cool:
I have a guess, but it depends on you being a ringer with certain comments . . . tabi did mention that those involved in a delayed package had been in contact. :P
Well if you read carefully you will know exactly who is getting a package from whom. ;)
When would you all like to start the sign ups for the next Creative Exchange?
cardlady22
10-04-2009, 12:25
How about another week or so? Let's make sure nisaba knows to come look for this one!
How about another week or so? Let's make sure nisaba knows to come look for this one!
lol i'm glad to see you so excited about the exchange, but was thinking of starting the next sign up after everyone from this one has gotten their packages. which would probably put it more may-ish........however if you want to PM me, i'll start making a list of people who would like to sign up for the next Creative Exchange whenever it starts.
cardlady22
11-04-2009, 00:26
Yes. I got up this morning and remembered that many people are now staring down their income tax deadline, etc.
stefficus
11-04-2009, 01:42
My partner was Stefficus all along!!!
I just opened the package quickly and will have more to say after I'm done meeting the deadline I'm working on... and then after I take my dog to the vet. BUT, immediate standouts are...
A lovely teapot.
Wonderful handmade rune sticks.
Fimo-type thingies that I can't wait to find out what they are.
The beautiful (carnelian?) necklace that just felt so amazing when I unwrapped it.
And the Psy Kick game... how could you know I dig vintage stuff?
Oh gosh, guys, there were stones in there and fabric and tons of scarves holding treasures. There were books, including an old astrology book. There was fudge... it just goes on and on.
They deliver packages early and mail later in the day, so maybe I'll still get my explanation note today. Then I can find out what all those little disks and balls you made were about. And what you want me to do with the fabric. :)
Thank you, stefficus. I just quickly looked through stuff, but can't wait to sit down with the package later today and really experience it. I also can't wait to hear what you have to say about the stuff in there.
Hooray! I got a package!!!!
i'm sneaky that way. ;) i'm glad you liked it!
one thing i know i didn't mention in the letter: there wasn't anything specific planned for the fabric. i thought i remembered you saying so, but while stalking you researching your preferences, i couldn't find any evidence that you sew... if you do, i think it'd make nice lined deck bags and spread cloths, though there'd be leftovers. if you don't, you could just drape it artfully about the place. *grin* it was just tactile and felt/looked nice and, honestly, i needed some packing for that teapot. heh. and, yes, the pendant is carnelian. nummy stone, always love it.
i'm so happy you enjoyed it. it felt weird not including a deck, even though you'd said that was probably the best way to go, and i was nervous about that decision. :laugh:
oh, and i hope your dog is doing well!
Vladaria
13-04-2009, 11:47
wow - tons of FABULOUS gifts & surprises!!!
My parcel, wrapped in oilcloth, is being carried on a small
donkey in a big metal box, on the top of a wooden deck
on a slightly leaky boat....
Well it might as well be with the bloomin royal mail...
hope it arrives soon I want my partner to have lots of fun
unwrapping it all!!!
I guessed that people will cheat with the "little things mean a lot" lol
"A card bag doesn't count beacuse it part of the card set" and
"An Alter set HAS to have have all the doohickeys" will no doubt be
happening.
Put me down for that exchange too please - international & everything
I am definately going to stick to the game plan because I intend to make sure
the next ones light enough to send air mail...
I also have a cunning plan, my latest makings have all been
charm bracelets and that's only one thing right??? ROFL
Vlad xx
I am starting a Sign Up List for the next Creative Exchange, it should be mid-May so if anyone one wants on the list or knows someone that does just have them sign up in here or PM me personally and I'll put them on that list (it is in my Creative Exchanger folder on my desktop so none of you go hunting up a thread that isn't there.)
schmedrake
14-04-2009, 00:20
Put me on the list.
Put me on the list.
Gotta Schmedrake
afrosaxon
14-04-2009, 03:12
The mailman gave me a BIG package today...from the UK! :D
I was right...Vladaria was my partner! :party: Enclosed was a cute Easter card signed by her.
I opened the box and saw quite a few black-and-silver-wrapped packages. OOOH...shiny! I unwrapped and got a lot of kewl stuff:
--a teddy bear wearing a red tracksuit top with the Union Jack flag on it...and a Union Jack patch on his right cheek, his left ear, and also on the bottom of his left foot. (he is sitting on my lap as I type this...I just like holding him).
--A khaki baseball cap that has "Born to Bead" embroidered on it, with pink, yellow and blue embroidered beads.
--a felt flower pin (in full bloom!) in shades of magenta and pink
--two tubes (?) of Love Hearts candy (fizzy sweets, like the ones that are given out on Valentines Day)
--a Mega Vinto chew bar (grape/blackcurrant/raspberry flavor)
***if I didn't know this package was from the UK, the "blackcurrant" was a dead giveaway :laugh:)
--a WHAM! Rip Roll tongue-tingling belt (Sour Raspberry flavor)
--a handmade notebook with a beautiful royal blue felt cover and an aqua lace tie.
--a bar of Goat Milk Soap that smells so good and lemony! (the label says "litsea, cubeba, & cornmeal" -- I only recognize the cornmeal, so I'll have to look the others up :laugh:)
--a handmade crocheted taupe...mini-spreadcloth? Washcloth? Extra large potholder? :D Anyway, it's taupe edged in beige. Nice!
Then there was a Hullabaloo explosion in my box! ;)
--two Hullabaloo magnets: one says "Lovin' Livin" and has an orange VW beetle with dark magenta hearts on it, a monkey behind the wheel, and a dog riding shotgun (and which is also hanging out the window); both wear shades. The other says "Ride On" and has what looks like a yellow VW van/mini-bus with red wavy stripes on the sides, with the same monkey and dog characters.
--a Hullabaloo snap-on wrist bracelet that says "Lovin' Livin" and matches the magnet. The background is a dark magenta and it's trimmed in orange.
--A light blue (denim?) Hullabaloo wallet with an "I :heart:" and another VW bus; this one has a rainbow on the side and has the monkey, dog, and two extra passengers in the back windows: Hello Kitty and a pink bunny rabbit.
--A matching light blue (denim)? Hullabaloo purse with the same above rainbow VW bus logo on it, and a light khaki strap. There are two pockets on the outside with velcro closures, and a third small pocket with two buttons on it for decoration.
--a black Hullabaloo tank top with a "Summer Lovin'" logo in the shape of heart,with a orange-yellow background upon which is the rainbow VW bus and passengers.
And...finally...The Tarot of the Four Elements!
I've never even heard of this deck, but the colors have me...and the images! I love the images because they are more in line with the non-illustrated pips found in Marseilles decks...YAY! :D And it came with the companion book (not an LWB!) and a purple burlap drawstring bag.
Vladaria, THANK YOU SO MUCH! :party: I really love my package, and I was in a bit of a mood this morning...this really lifted my spirits.
*hugs*
T.
How about another week or so? Let's make sure nisaba knows to come look for this one!
HELLO!!!
<waving wildly>
schmedrake
14-04-2009, 08:44
Hooray for afrosaxon!!
Sinduction
14-04-2009, 09:44
Me too please. I may promise later not to cheat! :D
Woohoo, so with only one outstanding package left. I want everyone to start thinking about what they are going to do for the next exchange. As of right now though I've only got four people on my list for PMs when I open the next thread.
Vlad
schmedrake
nisaba
Sinduction
IF you are interested in KNOWING when I open the thread just let me know, this isn't signing up for the actual exchange at this moment.
JennyFunk
14-04-2009, 17:13
I'm all about another exchange! Put me down, oh yeeeeeeeah.
Please add me to the list!! :)
stefficus
14-04-2009, 18:26
yeah yeah; i'm up for it.
Vladaria
14-04-2009, 19:39
The mailman gave me a BIG package today...from the UK! :D I was right...Vladaria was my partner! :party: Enclosed was a cute Easter card signed by her..
Hooray the donkey didn't let me down & got your package to you in time!!
Does excited dance :D
--a teddy bear wearing a red tracksuit top with the Union Jack flag on it...and a Union Jack patch on his right cheek, his left ear, and also on the bottom of his left foot. (he is sitting on my lap as I type this...I just like holding him).
Ahhh well Ted was the reason you got such a VW themed package! I used to have a VW split screen and Ted went to all the festivals with us. He's been all over the place - since we sold the Van he's been quite misserable sitting on the book case...so I'm sure he'll be much happier going journeying with you...He does have a great vibe doesn't he, must be all that chilled out Dubbin'
--A khaki baseball cap that has "Born to Bead" embroidered on it, with pink, yellow and blue embroidered beads.
--a felt flower pin (in full bloom!) in shades of magenta and pink
--two tubes (?) of Love Hearts candy (fizzy sweets, like the ones that are given out on Valentines Day)
--a Mega Vinto chew bar (grape/blackcurrant/raspberry flavor)
***if I didn't know this package was from the UK, the "blackcurrant" was a dead giveaway :laugh:)
--a WHAM! Rip Roll tongue-tingling belt (Sour Raspberry flavor)
The hat was so you could make jewellery in the garden without the sun getting in your eyes (a little bird told me you were a talented crafter)
I couldn't resist giving you a quick flavour of England, the Love Hearts are made by Swizzels of Matlow (up in Derbyshire).
--a handmade notebook with a beautiful royal blue felt cover and an aqua lace tie.
--a bar of Goat Milk Soap that smells so good and lemony! (the label says "litsea, cubeba, & cornmeal" -- I only recognize the cornmeal, so I'll have to look the others up :laugh:)
--a handmade crocheted taupe...mini-spreadcloth? Washcloth? Extra large potholder? :D Anyway, it's taupe edged in beige. Nice!
I got these from a few Etsy friends of mine & had to wrap and box then straight away so I didn't get tempted to keep them...The Washcloth is hand crocheted from undyed natural cotton by cosmicgoat on Etsy (she made the scrummy soap too)
--Then there was a Hullabaloo explosion in my box! ;)
--two Hullabaloo magnets: one says "Lovin' Livin" and has an orange VW beetle with dark magenta hearts on it, a monkey behind the wheel, and a dog riding shotgun (and which is also hanging out the window); both wear shades. The other says "Ride On" and has what looks like a yellow VW van/mini-bus with red wavy stripes on the sides, with the same monkey and dog characters.
--a Hullabaloo snap-on wrist bracelet that says "Lovin' Livin" and matches the magnet. The background is a dark magenta and it's trimmed in orange.
--A light blue (denim?) Hullabaloo wallet with an "I :heart:" and another VW bus; this one has a rainbow on the side and has the monkey, dog, and two extra passengers in the back windows: Hello Kitty and a pink bunny rabbit.
--A matching light blue (denim)? Hullabaloo purse with the same above rainbow VW bus logo on it, and a light khaki strap. There are two pockets on the outside with velcro closures, and a third small pocket with two buttons on it for decoration.
--a black Hullabaloo tank top with a "Summer Lovin'" logo in the shape of heart,with a orange-yellow background upon which is the rainbow VW bus and passengers.
Well I couldn't send Ted without some VW accessories :)
I have one of the handbags too and all the little pockets come in really useful!
--And...finally...The Tarot of the Four Elements!
I've never even heard of this deck, but the colors have me...and the images! I love the images because they are more in line with the non-illustrated pips found in Marseilles decks...YAY! :D And it came with the companion book (not an LWB!) and a purple burlap drawstring bag.!
I saw New Orleans Voodoo was one of your favourites so thought you might like this one too. I'm soooooo glad you did!
--Vladaria, THANK YOU SO MUCH! :party: I really love my package, and I was in a bit of a mood this morning...this really lifted my spirits.
*hugs*
T.
You've made my day too, that it got there in time and that you love it all has made me very, very happy (snoopy dance)
Nic xxxxxxxxxxx
cardlady22
15-04-2009, 03:40
Please add me in, tabi!
I'd like to play, too, please!
Just checking: are we still going with the theme of passing on perfectly good - but unwanted gifts we've received? Or has the egregore of the thread changed? I don't wanna do something wrong ...
Sinduction
15-04-2009, 12:30
I'm all good with used goods. :D
Just checking: are we still going with the theme of passing on perfectly good - but unwanted gifts we've received? Or has the egregore of the thread changed? I don't wanna do something wrong ...
The Creative Exchange was created in the beginning to help out those of us who like to do exchange but are on tight budgets/incomes and can't really afford to do a whole lot. Hence anything like "regifting" is fine, making the majority of your package, and simply keeping it to a smaller size. It honestly don't matter to me what you send or how you came about them.
There was one last year that was called "Junk In Your Trunk" where you went shopping at second hand stores, flea markets, and yard sales to find things for your package. Nothing to say that you can't do that now if you choose to.
The only real limitation that *I* personally put on this is the 50 dollars. You can NOT spend more then that, this is on ANYTHING you buy. IE: if you are a crafter and are buying materials for a project that you would normally buy to make something that does NOT count as part of your 50, if however it is something that you are buying specially for your package and you will most likely not use again it counts as your 50 dollar limit.
The thing that I stress more then anything is CREATIVE, how you are creative...*shrugging* that is for you to decided. If you paint, draw, sew, write, good at finding great deals on unusual things. Go for it. No one but you can decided what you are best at being creative with but you.
Cool! That gives me total freedom for ... well ... anything, really. Great!
Well I personally have to give a big thank you to both schmedrake and cardlady22 they paired together and sent me a package that is very sweet and funny.
They sent me a package containing:
The Grail Tarot
Enchanted Oracle
Both of which are well were on my wishlist for a while! I've only flipped through them both and have to say that I am sorry I need to go to bed right now cuz I have to work other wise I would do a throw or two.
Ear Candles
Admittedly these scare me, however I have a step mom who loves them. So either she gets them or she is going to be using them on me.
Snowflake Ornament
This was hand made by schmedrake, beautiful need to find a place to hang it. :)
Foot Stuff
Which is actually Foot Work Sea Salt Scrub and Lotion in Tropical Cocoonut. I don't really care for the smell of coconut but this smells really good. :D
Incense Quiet Mind
These smell good in the box so I'm waiting for the lavender incense I burned to fade before lighting on.
Tea Infuser
Who is rather cute! it is a lemon shaped silicone infuser that has a green stem to pull it out of the tea with a lemon shaped silicone lid to go with it. And I just bought tea yesterday too!
Grounding Candle
That I'm sniff through plastic and wondering if it is going to smell just as good as with the plastic still on it. :) Again waiting for smells to fade first.
Flying Ninjas and Pirates with bonus Nuns:
I opened this and start laughing! The tea infuse is cute fun, these are just hilarious. And I do have two boys who I am going to let play with them with adult...well okay I'll be playing with them too but I'll make sure they don't damage each other with them. They are little plastic guns that you shoot out either ninjas, pirates or nuns.
Schmedrake is the one that typed up the note to send me, her theory was linking the nuns with the Grail which would have worked but dude I'm so gonna be scared if ninjas break into the church anytime soon. I still think the church is safe from pirates for the moment. Well unless they start making floating churchs.
Thank you ladies, I do greatly appreciate and love what you sent me. Please know that you did not have to do it but I loved getting it all the same! As keeping with my own little tradition. Schmedrake since you sent me the Grail you get the first reading with that. Cardlady22 the same goes with the Enchanted Oracle. Simply post me or PM me a question. After those two are done, I will let anyone else who was involved in this exchange to have one reading with either of the decks.
cardlady22
16-04-2009, 04:35
:bugeyed:
Now that brings up a variety of connotations for me! My childhood was full of my mother switching between denominations . . . I don't think it would be the appropriate forum for my associations as to which is which. Just pretend it's a Mad Lib and insert your own! :P
I'm sure that "we" speak for everyone involved in the Exchange about how much you are appreciated & didn't want you to go without the fun of being a Receiver.
Re: the offer of a Reading with the Enchanted Oracle
I have no idea what to ask! I've only had one reading by someone else. It may be late tonight before I can devote any real thought to it.
afrosaxon
16-04-2009, 04:45
Yay Tabi! :D
This was very thoughtful of you, schmedrake and cardlady22. And it couldn't have happened to a more deserving woman!
Enjoy your bounty, tabi!
T.
stefficus
16-04-2009, 08:19
awesomesauce! thanks to tabi, schmedrake, and cardlady22!
we haven't been as rowdy on this exchange as some of them are, but there are bits i'll remember forever... and now the ninja/pirate/nun gun is one of them (another is my monkey's farewell battlecry in a silent post office). :laugh: that's hilarious!
i love the tradition of the first reading with the deck, tabi - perhaps, unless we have a bunch of shy gifters, we can expand that for the participants here? of course, i'm not sure what schmedrake will do, since i didn't give her a deck, but i'm willing to take a chance if that sounds interesting to everyone else. besides, she and cardlady22 have done their part. ;)
schmedrake
16-04-2009, 09:04
Hooray! You got it! So glad it gave you a smile. You did such a great job facilitating.
I'll PM you a question when I think of one. :)
JennyFunk
16-04-2009, 12:49
That is so sweet of you guys to do that! Ahhh, my heart is delighted to hear love was shared all the way around :) hee hee.
I too am interested in the reading for our gifters, interesting if folks are up for it!
cardlady22
18-04-2009, 04:18
Thank you for my Enchanted Oracle reading via PM, tabi! The exchange has been a little window into what being a reader is all about. (I feel like I will never be able to do it for others though.)
Vlad have you gotten your package as of yet? I'm unfortunately not terribly familiar with international shipping so I'm not sure how long it would take.
Anyone interested in another Creative Exchange? And what type? Like the one Vlad suggested?
JennyFunk
30-05-2009, 16:11
Totally 1,000% interested in another exchange :) The short, simple and sweet version would be nice I think, as summer plans begin to take place!
Vladaria
06-06-2009, 17:30
Hi Tabi
No I haven't recieved my parcel from this exchange....
but I'm still happy to do another one
Vlad