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karlyn

karlyn
Date Joined: November 10, 2008
Last Online: February 10, 2012
Birthday: September 3
Country: United States
Etsy Addiction

About Me

Don't get your knickers in a knot. Nothing is solved and it just makes you walk funny. ~Kathryn Carpenter

Welcome, Bienvenue, Muito Bem Vindo and Youkoso!

Gardening is my favorite pastime, followed by sitting in the sunshine and doing absolutely nothing. Sounds lazy, doesn't it? Nah, it's very active. Just think of all the body functions that happen when you're absorbing golden rays...it's endless! Don't forget a nice glass of something refreshing to rehydrate.

Right now the house is more populated with more animals than humans. We feed 2 dogs and 3 cats. Each one comes with a very interesting story. All began with an endearing gaze. If you are curious about the Search and Rescue dog, feel free to ask, we love to brag about his nose.

Hubby and I have 3 offspring. Two of them are away at college behaving as well as can be expected. The youngest is enjoying our full and undivided attention.

As far as crafting goes, I've gotten on an embroidery kick. It helps calm my mind in the turmoil life has assaulted upon me. Wine helps too.

Paper is fun to play with.

I don't enjoy cooking. I give it a good try every once in a while, just to prove that others do it so much better than me.

Laughing is under rated. We should laugh and laugh some more. When we're finished catching our breath, try a few giggles to keep it going. I'm going to die with great big, deep laugh lines if I'm lucky.

Ratings

ChinaCat rated for I Heart Phoenix Rising! on Jan 27, 2012
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Comment: A hand embroidered Day of the Dead apron!!! I love it, Karlyn - thank you so much! And the beautiful tag you made for the package was such a nice touch. Oh! And the chipboard robin book too! Many thanks for such a truly special gift. And I promise to actually wear the apron. It's much too cute to stuff it away in a kitchen drawer. I'm wearing it!! =)
Response: I'm glad you'll be wearing the apron, Robin. You will look fabulous in it!
ChinaCat rated for Holiday Book and Bookmark Exchange on Nov 23, 2011
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Comment: Karlyn, these two books were just absolutely great! And the "Mistletoad" bookmark is so perfect. I want to elaborate, so I'm sending you a message...thank you!!!
AnnMarie rated for Two Profile Based Goodies on Aug 8, 2011
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Comment: What a truely wonderful package! I was so shocked when I opened the pillow cases, they are so cute! Actually me and James put them on the bed today and they look really good. The socks are very cool too, I will deffintly be wearing them odd =). Thank you for every thing!
SweetClementine rated for Etsy Favs,,, the Phoenix Way on Jun 26, 2011
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Comment: Thank you so much for the very generous Etsy Fav. I love the reusable Zen bags!!! I take bags from several Swap-bot friends to the market and think of them every time I shop. I will think of you too!
Dairenn rated for Tin + 4 on Jun 10, 2011
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Comment: Words can not express my excitement over the box you sent to me. OMG! You were so thoughtful to make the items very personal. As for the towel, no that will not be used. I may frame it and hang it up in my office! The book is great, I want to go thru it before I think about tearing it up, lol. My deepest thanks!
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Comment: You rocked my mailbox today!! I love everything!! It makes a difference when you actually read your partner's profile.. so thank you for that!! :) The necklace is so beautiful.. did you make it?? Love the owl ring.. it's pretty cool on my finger. :) I can't wait to use the die-cuts, quotes & stamps (I can't get enough stamps!!) In my art journals!! Again.. thank you soo much!! You are AMAZING!! :)
kari rated for Update your Etsy Faves! on Feb 27, 2011
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Comment: Karlyn, I opened the packages and was thrilled with what you picked out!! Every time I use my gnome cookie cutter or the vintage pyrex salt and pepper set I will think of you! You may find some gnome cookies showing up on your door step sometime soon... Maybe biting the heads off the gnomes will make you feel better about them. Thank you so much!!! [[hugs and big slobbery kisses]]
ChinaCat rated for Creative Paper Doll on Feb 12, 2011
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Comment: This is absolutely the coolest paper doll ever!!! Karlyn, I just love her - the beautiful sugar skull face and all the embellishments...awesome! Thank you so much. And Wendy hasn't let go of the bunny since she got it. =) I'm saving her "Wendy" tag for a scrapbook I hope to make for her. And the charms! You're too sweet. Thank you!!!
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Comment: Love it!! I had some ladybug buttons almost like those for my swap partner.
SweetClementine rated for Be My Valentine! on Feb 8, 2011
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Comment: Every swap from you is like a special gift. Thank you! My kids descended upon the package as soon as they saw heart beads, stamps, and candy. What an amazing Valentine to receive. Thanks for the smiles! :-)
SecretSheep rated for Be My Valentine! on Feb 2, 2011
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Comment: Mmmm chocolate! A very sweet package, the children were happy too! Happy Valentine's to you and yours. Thankyou!
SewSouthern rated for Be My Valentine! on Jan 29, 2011
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Comment: Thanks Karlyn...super cute Valentine's pkg! Happy V Day!
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Comment: Karlyn...absolutely love this swap and my package! I can't decide a favorite part, I loved it all! and your tags were so cute!...LUCY thanks you too!
bluemonkeymama rated for Quarter Machine Prizes - USA on Jan 22, 2011
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Comment: Thanks so much for the fun prizes! i especially love the horse. Thanks also for the extras - the notepad is lovely, and will get much use (i'm a constant notetaker...). Fun swap!
TryshaH81 rated for Quarter Machine Prizes - USA on Jan 22, 2011
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Comment: Thank you :)
tifffoster rated for Quarter Machine Prizes - USA on Jan 21, 2011
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Comment: What fun prizes! And thanks for the extras - those little ladybug beads are adorable!
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Comment: This was perfect. I love the scrabble tiles spelling WITCH especially Sorry for late rating
kari rated for Coffee Cozy on Nov 29, 2010
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Comment: OMG Karlyn - what an absolute treat your package is! I love the cozy, and I love that you got it from a local seller! I've been drinking the coffee - it is so yummy. The jams are FANTASTIC! I love homemade jam, and having that bit of love on toast in the morning makes me smile and it warms my heart. Thank you so much for thinking of my kids too - Katie loves the My Little Pony, and its been a constant companion since we opened your box! Jamie really enjoyed putting the leggo tow truck together, and they have been playing elaborate games involving both the truck and pony. Thank you so much dear - your package totally made my day! [[hugs]]
Response: I'm so glad you got the box. I just love it when kids play like that, it's so sweet.
loricritt rated for **Edited**We Have BOOBIES! on Oct 26, 2010
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Comment: **LOVE** my boobies pillow! I think I'll make it into an eye pillow. And all the rest of the goodies were lovely. Thanks!
ChinaCat rated for Happy TFA Halloween! on Oct 23, 2010
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Comment: Love, love LOVE everything! Thank you very much for the awesome Halloween goodies! The card is cute as can be and that beaded basket is not getting put away after Halloween or even after Thanksgiving. It looks great on the doily, you're right. I'll use the stickers for sure and the candy will be gone in a millisecond. =)
Response: I loved the basket too. I'm glad you liked everything. Candy is Dandy!

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Comments

neca84 on Dec 18, 2011:

trying again :)

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neca84 on Dec 18, 2011:

You ARE Awesome

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ChinaCat on Nov 25, 2011:

I got my bookmark today - love it! Thank you!!!

grimmlynn on Oct 4, 2011:

Thank you. Your RAK is amazing. You have no idea. Love, Jeni

grimmlynn on Sep 8, 2011:

Sending {{{HUGS}}} your way. You are in my thoughts!

RyeRye on Sep 6, 2011:

HAPPY SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAY!!

RyeRye on Sep 6, 2011:

Thanks for being a member of the Crafting Queens~

SecretSheep on Jun 5, 2011:

Karlyn, You are wonderful. So thoughtful was your lovely surprise. I love my new chickens and smile whenever I see them. They definitely have personality, just like the rest of the family, chicken or otherwise. The girls were also very happy to receive a package, and no, there was no arguing! The tags are lovely too, and are happily hanging with other nice hangy things which remind me of lovely people.
Thankyou so much. A lovely surprise from a lovely person!

RyeRye on May 21, 2011:

Thank you so very much for the RAK of corks and adding in the cool luggage tag~ YOU ROCK!

ChinaCat on May 15, 2011:

I love your new profile - it's so homey! Makes me want to stay around and chat with you while you work in the garden. =)

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