This Snowy Friday

I meant to have my blog post done much earlier in the day, but we got quite a bit of snow today, and I knew that if I wanted out of my house, that this afternoon may be my only opportunity.  I took advantange quickly.  Some eats and a Starbucks visit with my little family never fails to disappoint.  :)

I'm so proud of all of you for participating in the craft swap!  I'd like to post a few photos from our Flickr group-- they are not "best of" pictures or favorites, just a few to inspire us!  All of the crafts posted are lovely, and I'm looking forward to seeing even more!

I love this batch of pretties.  :)

How cute are these gifts???

So lovely.

I'm kind of enamored with this.  :)

And, yes.  Even  beautiful paintings!

I have to say, I'm so impressed by all of you!  I love seeing your different mediums of art.  You've all done a great job, and I would encourage all of us to comment and compliment others as more crafts are posted.  :)

I'm in for the night.  It's time for me to buckle down and focus on my update on Friday the 5th.  I want to have lots to offer you!  Thanks for being by my side.  I feel a tad sensitive tonight, and I just want you all to know how much I appreciate you. <3

xoxo Katie

Craft Swap Part 2

Okay, so by now everyone should have a partner.  If you don't have a partner, that means your email got lost somewhere in cyberspace, and you need to email me again.  The next step in this swap of swaps is to contact your partner.  Please feel free to talk openly about what you are making, that way, you can both get an idea of what standards are being set.  Eeeeeee!  This is exciting!  Also, please join our Flickr group to upload pictures of what you are making, and pictures of what you receive! 

Speaking of crafting, I made a cute Blythe sized beret to match Hope's beret that I made sometime last week.  I typically get car sick if I don't watch the road, but I crocheted for about an hour and a half, and was totally fine.  I think that is a bit of good information to have next time I take a "real" roadtrip.  :)

One more thing, if you haven't heard back from your partner, give it a couple of days and then email me again.  I want everyone paired up with someone who is serious about the swap.  Okay, I'm off to work on my newbies for my shop update this week.  Happy crafting!!!  xoxo Katie

Partners!

I've been emailing out partners like crazy!  If you haven't gotten an email yet, don't worry.  I have about 200 and counting to respond to, so I will do my best to get you your swap partners quickly.  :)

Here is my outfit today... like, my best attempt at being a librarian, I think.  ;)

I have to run.  I have guests coming and a cake to bake.  I'll leave you with this:

I can't remember where I found it, but I thought was completely awesome.  Loves, Katie

CRAFT SWAP!!!

Wow, there is definitely an interest in the craft swap, so now I'm way excited!

So, let's all make something really special!  Make a craft of your choice, and be sure to put a lot of heart and love into it.  Email me at skunkboylove@yahoo.com and I'll partner you up with someone.  Then, I would like to have everyone ship their item by the end of the day on Monday, January 25.

Danielle's pretty photo

I'm taking entries for the swap until this coming Friday, which is January 15.  Please email me by then if you want to participate.  Annnnd, please only sign up if you seriously intend to give.  It's not cool when someone only receives (I've been on the short end before, and it's a thumbs down).

I would love to include our overseas friends, so please state in your email whether or not you are willing to ship overseas.  This is going to be sooooo fun!!!  xoxo Katie

P.S.  I will set up a Flickr group where we can post pictures of our gifts given and received.  There is no price range at this time, just make something special that doesn't break the bank!