So, has everyone received a Charming Handbag? Please let me know if you still have not.
btrsswap@gmail.com
Also, check out the blog of our angel swapper, Joey. She made a prom dress recently... WOW!
Showing posts with label Charming Handbag. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Charming Handbag. Show all posts
Thursday, May 7, 2009
Friday, April 3, 2009
Charming Handbag Swap Wrap-Up
Almost all of the bags have been sent. Most have been received. Please don't forget to email!
btrsswap@gmail.com
Also, if you want to be included in the group slideshow, be sure to post to the BTRS Flickr group. Most post the bag they created, but if you don't see the bag you received in a few days, feel free to add it.
btrsswap@gmail.com
Also, if you want to be included in the group slideshow, be sure to post to the BTRS Flickr group. Most post the bag they created, but if you don't see the bag you received in a few days, feel free to add it.
Monday, March 30, 2009
Charming Handbag- ThisClose to the Deadline
Tomorrow, Tuesday, March 31 is the deadline for mailing your Charming Handbag. I, the procrastinator that I am, will be sending mine off tomorrow!
Don't forget to email me (btrsswap@gmail.com) with tracking numbers (US residents) and email again when you receive your bag.
Don't forget to email me (btrsswap@gmail.com) with tracking numbers (US residents) and email again when you receive your bag.
Friday, March 20, 2009
Charming Handbag: T- 10 Days
Just a friendly reminder that tomorrow is the 10 day mark until the end of the swap. Please have your package in the mail NO LATER THAN Tuesday, March 31. Remeber to email me when your package is sent (along with the tracking number) and email me when you recieve a package. If for some reason you will be delayed, PLEASE let me know. I'd rather know that someone needs an extension than think their partner has been jipped.
Also, we have some great photos going up in the BTRS Flickr group. If you are in need of inspiration, just look there. Don't forget to tag your photos with 'btrsswap' (one word) so that they can be included in the slideshow.
Also, we have some great photos going up in the BTRS Flickr group. If you are in need of inspiration, just look there. Don't forget to tag your photos with 'btrsswap' (one word) so that they can be included in the slideshow.
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Charming Handbag = Blind Swap
Alright swappers, here's another clarification for you. I misworded my 'partner' email and I believe it has caused some confusion. Sorry!
Instead of stating, 'your partner is...', I should have said, 'you will be sewing for...'. The Charming Handbag is a blind swap. This means that if we have swappers Ann, Becky, Carla, and Donna that Ann is sewing a purse for Donna, who's sewing for Becky, who's sewing for Carla, who's sewing for Ann. No one is giving to and getting from the same person. So, you will be sewing for one person and receiving from another.
Hope that clears things up and sorry again for the mistake!
Instead of stating, 'your partner is...', I should have said, 'you will be sewing for...'. The Charming Handbag is a blind swap. This means that if we have swappers Ann, Becky, Carla, and Donna that Ann is sewing a purse for Donna, who's sewing for Becky, who's sewing for Carla, who's sewing for Ann. No one is giving to and getting from the same person. So, you will be sewing for one person and receiving from another.
Hope that clears things up and sorry again for the mistake!
Saturday, March 7, 2009
Charming Handbag Partners
The emails have been sent! Please be sure to check your SPAM folders for missing emails before contacting me. If you do not receive your partner email by tomorrow, let me know!
Remember, as a member of the BTRS swap you will:
-Create a beautiful Charming Handbag for your partner according to their likes and dislikes.
-Create and/or find/buy something crafty to be included in the package ($5 limit on materials or items).
-Mail your package no later than Tuesday, March 31.
-Be sure to include some form of tracking or delivery confirmation when mailing your package!
-Email Adrienne at btrsswap@gmail.com when you mail your package. Include the tracking/confirmation number.
-Email Adrienne at btrsswap@gmail.com when you receive your package.
-Post pictures in the BTRS Flickr group (if you’d like). Please tag these photos with ‘BTRSSwap’.
Please contact me if you have any issues along the way. It is my goal to have every swapper receive a package on schedule and according to their preferences. If you have trouble during the swap and need help, please contact me.
Get sewing!
Remember, as a member of the BTRS swap you will:
-Create a beautiful Charming Handbag for your partner according to their likes and dislikes.
-Create and/or find/buy something crafty to be included in the package ($5 limit on materials or items).
-Mail your package no later than Tuesday, March 31.
-Be sure to include some form of tracking or delivery confirmation when mailing your package!
-Email Adrienne at btrsswap@gmail.com when you mail your package. Include the tracking/confirmation number.
-Email Adrienne at btrsswap@gmail.com when you receive your package.
-Post pictures in the BTRS Flickr group (if you’d like). Please tag these photos with ‘BTRSSwap’.
Please contact me if you have any issues along the way. It is my goal to have every swapper receive a package on schedule and according to their preferences. If you have trouble during the swap and need help, please contact me.
Get sewing!
Sunday, March 1, 2009
Charming Handbag Sign-Ups CLOSED
Sign-ups for the Charming Handbag are now closed. If you sent an email asking to be a part of the swap your name should be on the right hand side of this blog. If you are missing, please let me know (btrsswap@gmail.com).
Partner information will be emailed out no later than this Saturday, March 7. If you do not receive your partner information by Sunday, March 8 please let me know (btrsswap@gmail.com).
Now, to clear up a few misconceptions-
Partner information will be emailed out no later than this Saturday, March 7. If you do not receive your partner information by Sunday, March 8 please let me know (btrsswap@gmail.com).
Now, to clear up a few misconceptions-
- The Charming Handbag is a pattern in the book "Bend the Rules Sewing" by Amy Karol. It is a great book with lots of easy projects. If you are participating in this swap you will need to either buy the book or find a way to borrow it (library, friend, etc.).
- I am not Amy Karol. I didn't write BTRS. I wish I did, but I didn't. I am Adrienne M. and I am very happy to be doing this for you all!
That's about it for now! I hope you all are gearing up for a great swap!
Sunday, February 22, 2009
39 and Counting
So far we have 39 swappers signed up for the Charming Handbag Swap! If you see your name listed to the right, then you're one of them. Please let me know if your link is incorrect.
Spread the word! Invite your friends (the ones that sew...)! There is still about a week to sign-up. I'd love to have 40, 50, even 60 swappers in on this round.
Also, feel free to copy the lovely BTRS Swap Icon made by Adrienne L. and post it to your blog as a link back to this site. Simply right click on the image, save it to your computer, and then post. In blogger this is done under the 'settings' tab of your blog with the 'picture' gadget.
Spread the word! Invite your friends (the ones that sew...)! There is still about a week to sign-up. I'd love to have 40, 50, even 60 swappers in on this round.
Also, feel free to copy the lovely BTRS Swap Icon made by Adrienne L. and post it to your blog as a link back to this site. Simply right click on the image, save it to your computer, and then post. In blogger this is done under the 'settings' tab of your blog with the 'picture' gadget.
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Charming Handbag: Tips and Tricks
Anyone have any tips, tricks, or advice when it comes to sewing the Charming Handbag?
Here's my hint... this is a very small bag, so small that you can get both outer panels from one fat quarter. Something to think about when selecting fabric. If you love a certain fabric line or designer, but don't love the price, the Charming Handbag gets you a great bang for your buck.
What's your tip?
Here's my hint... this is a very small bag, so small that you can get both outer panels from one fat quarter. Something to think about when selecting fabric. If you love a certain fabric line or designer, but don't love the price, the Charming Handbag gets you a great bang for your buck.
What's your tip?
Saturday, February 14, 2009
Charming Handbag Swap Sign-ups
It's official... BTRS Swap #4 will be the Charming Handbag! What a great way to celebrate the coming of Spring!
Not only will we swap handbags, but I invite you to include something crafty as well. This can either be something for your partner to use in the future (fat quarters, rick rack, ribbon, buttons, etc.) It could also be something you've made in addition to the bag. I am refraining from 'requiring' the no-cash wallet as many sewers have had dilemmas with getting the dimensions of the wallet correct. If this is something you'd like to tackle, by all means go for it, but feel free to include something else. There is a $5 (or its equivilent in materials for something you make) limit for this extra surprise.
Here's the info you need to sign-up and swap!
Sign-ups open NOW and the final day to sign-up will be Saturday, February 28. You will receive your partner information by email no later than Saturday, March 7. Sew your handbag, find your extra goodies, and ship the whole deal off to your partner no later than March 31. [Other swaps have been longer, but this bag is very simple and can be made in an hour, no problem. Plus, I find I myself am better at deadlines when they are closer, rather than further away.]
If you would like to sign-up, please send me an email at btrsswap@gmail.com [note the double s!]and include the following information.
-Name
-Mailing address
-Preferred colors, patterns, fabric designers, etc.
-Disliked colors, patterns (if any)
-Blog address and/or Flickr name [The BTRS blog will link to all participants with links. This is also helpful for your partner to get a sense of your style and taste.]
-Whether or not you’re willing to ship overseas
For those of you who have sewn this project before, be on the look-out for an upcoming post where you can share any tips or thoughts you might have on the Charming Handbag.
Good luck and happy swapping!
Not only will we swap handbags, but I invite you to include something crafty as well. This can either be something for your partner to use in the future (fat quarters, rick rack, ribbon, buttons, etc.) It could also be something you've made in addition to the bag. I am refraining from 'requiring' the no-cash wallet as many sewers have had dilemmas with getting the dimensions of the wallet correct. If this is something you'd like to tackle, by all means go for it, but feel free to include something else. There is a $5 (or its equivilent in materials for something you make) limit for this extra surprise.
Here's the info you need to sign-up and swap!
Sign-ups open NOW and the final day to sign-up will be Saturday, February 28. You will receive your partner information by email no later than Saturday, March 7. Sew your handbag, find your extra goodies, and ship the whole deal off to your partner no later than March 31. [Other swaps have been longer, but this bag is very simple and can be made in an hour, no problem. Plus, I find I myself am better at deadlines when they are closer, rather than further away.]
If you would like to sign-up, please send me an email at btrsswap@gmail.com [note the double s!]and include the following information.
-Name
-Mailing address
-Preferred colors, patterns, fabric designers, etc.
-Disliked colors, patterns (if any)
-Blog address and/or Flickr name [The BTRS blog will link to all participants with links. This is also helpful for your partner to get a sense of your style and taste.]
-Whether or not you’re willing to ship overseas
For those of you who have sewn this project before, be on the look-out for an upcoming post where you can share any tips or thoughts you might have on the Charming Handbag.
Good luck and happy swapping!
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