I think that all I can say to Friday’s post is WOW! The comment system works so well, and I am really pleased with how the comments can be left, and answered. It is very easy to moderate, and I really love that the replies can stay hidden, which leaves the comment section looking well organized. Since I am still planning to move to WordPress in the coming weeks, I was thrilled to find out that you can actually move Intense Debate to the WordPress platform if you choose. Kind of a cool feature.
So, now on to the winner from the Vintage/yarn giveaway!!! Congratulations to Gypsy Forest, who was chosen using the random # generator.
I realized over the weekend that I had not had a chance to show you the amazing vintage goodies that my swap partners sent to me for the first Vintage Swap (our second swap opens the first week in January if you are interested in joining us). This swap was so much fun to put together, and to see play out. People from all over the globe participated, and the goodness that each person gathered together was really incredible to see.
In a funny twist that could only ever happen to me, I forgot to include myself in the original 100 count of participants, so we ended up with 101 instead, and I was paired up with two wonderful swap partners.
Here are a few of the amazing items that they included
From Valerie in France
Vintage Lace Trim and Buttons
Gorgeous Vintage Post Cards
Vintage Bowl that my children have already claimed for their own
Vintage lace and tea towels
For so many of us, the Vintage Swap was not only a place to come together to share the love of all things vintage, but it also provided a chance for many of to build amazing friendships. Thank you to all of you who participated, and I look forward to another great swap in 2010!
It is hard for me to believe that it is November already, and that I am already behind with my holiday crafting. I sat down to put my lists together this weekend, and all that I can say is that sleep will be hard to come by. I love this time of year, as the holidays really ramp up, and deciding on exactly what I want to make for all of my loved ones takes shape. Now the fun begins of gathering the paints, the yarn, the needles, the thread and the clay together to make it all happen.
I hope that weekend was a wonderful one for all of you, and I wish you a great start to the week ahead.
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What beautiful, beautiful items from your swap. Thanks again for hosting it Heather.
Warm wishes.
Gorgeous swap items. Thank you so much for hosting. I am looking forward to joining up again in January
Lovely. I have been inspired by all of your vintage posts, and I am hoping to get in quick enough at the next swap
Thank you so much Tonya, it was so nice to get to know you a bit better through the swap
To say I am excited would be a complete understatement!! Wow, thank you Heather
And your vintage swap photos are absolutely lovely.
What beautiful items. Can't wait to join in the next one!
wow the french magazines are so cool…such loveliness. the swap was magical…it was so neat to see all the shared goodies. thanks for your work to make it happen.
Heather – can I just say that I think you're incredible? Okay. Thanks.
You made out quite well with the swap (although I must say I did too!) – that lace makes me drool a bit.
Good luck with the Wordpress move. What platform did you begin with?
what lovely vintage items to arrive at your door! Thanks again for all you effort in hosting the swap it was so much fun.
You are more than welcome. Thank you for joining us
I want to sign up for the second swap. Count me in. I loved my swap partner!!
She will soon be featured on my blog
Louana, I am so glad that you enjoyed. It was great having you
What beautiful vintage items from both partners. After hostessing a great swap you genuinely deserved two swap partners. Thanks for doing this, I had a great time. Holiday preparations are in full swing. I wish I could get in the mood in July but it just never happens. Here's to you and yours and some great crafting!
Two swap partners!!!! Now that is just the perk of being such a wonderful host. Double the gifts. They are really lovely at that!
Thank you again for your sweet words regarding my husband's Gram. They meant so much.
what pretty little things from the swap!
I am giving this commenting system a whirl as well. we shall see
i was crafting away last night for the holidays. it was so much fun!
i am glad gypsy forest won. i enjoy her blog!
nicola
http://whichname.blogspot.com
OOOOOOOOOOO the ribbons, the lace…. I am speechless…
where do you guys find these treasures?
Good to hear that you received it.
However, please don't make me worry that the vintage fabrics, tea tablecloth, and collector issue of Martine didn't make it to your mailbox either ?! Never know what to expect after an international flight…
gorgeous! What treasures! I'd love to get my hands on some buttons like that.
What beautiful treasures you recieved – love the bowl. I would love to sign up for the next vintage swap, but don't have a blog of my own. Is it still possible? Also love reading your blog – it is so inspiring to see all that you do each day.
Love the tea towels especially! Super sweet.
You absolutely do not need to have a blog! Just come and join us, we would love to have you
Thank you! Would you mind sending me your address to heather@shivayanaturals.com? I have your package all ready to ship out when I take the trek out to the PO in the morning
Wonderful treasures! Sounds like it was a great swap
Oh, I know Heather, ever since I posted my gift making ideas last night I am feeling this great concern as to how I will manage even half of it! Good luck and happy creating!
What perfect vintage goodies you received!!!
Percfection indeed – especially all that yummy vintage lace!