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MamiStyle

MamiStyle
Original Member
Last Online: August 10, 2008
Birthday: February 14
Country: United States
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About Me

I am the mother of a crazy-smart, artistically talented four-year-old daughter. (Not too proud, am I?) I'm also married to a moderately cool engineer who bleeds logic and computer parts. We all live in Austin with our overweight but awfully sweet miniature poodle, Moe. I've earned a few higher degrees that I'm not using, had a business for several years designing and constructing custom wedding gowns (no stress THERE!) and now have returned to school to do what I've always wanted to do, be what my daughter calls a "doggie nurse," or a veterinary technician--love it! So I spend a lot of time studying and trying to wrap my brain around chemistry, which is totally NOT my forte. In what spare time I have, my favorite thing to do is work with my hands, and that almost always brings me back to sewing--for me, for my daughter, for other people, for swaps. . . LOVE sewing. I'm a raging tree-hugging pacifist, although I wouldn't classify myself as a hippy just yet. I also devote quite a bit of time to reading. Also, I'm relatively neurotic about all kinds of things, not the least of which are germs--bleah!

Favorite Music

My tastes are eclectic, but my current playlist includes Queen, Kiss, Ozzy, Erasure, Abba, and any 80's artists. Also really enjoy old "hair bands" and anything that reminds me of younger days.

Favorite Movies

Torch Song Trilogy. Romeo and Juliet (Olivia Hussey/Leonard Whiting 60's version.) Big. Moulin Rouge. A Knight's Tale. Probably lots more I don't remember at the moment.

Favorite Television

Anything medical-related, forensics, and I'm completely, utterly addicted to Project Runway and America's Next Top Model.

Favorite Crafts

Sewing! Crochet and making jewelry. Almost anything, but sewing is foremost.

Stuff I Iove to swap

Teensy things-- Monsters-- Kooky things-- Food-related things (but not actual food!)-- Sewn stuff with a twist-- Hand-made jewelry-- Stuff for my daughter or husband

Stuff I don't swap

ATCs-- postcards-- ephemera-- earrings

Basically, I've got enough stuff lying around that I've GOT to resist MORE "bits and pieces" to add to the collection! Also, I don't have pierced ears any longer!

Stuff I love to get

Handmade things-- Things that show the maker actually thought about what I might like-- Books-- Monsters!-- Teensy things-- Things with orange scent/flavor-- Things for my dog

How I Swap

I'll be honest--I'm usually up to three days late sending out my swaps. But I have never not sent one, and people are usually pleased with what I send. I just have a bad habit of overextending myself. Sorry!

Ratings

MsCraftALot rated for Little Dessert Feltie Charm on Aug 6, 2008
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Comment: oh wow! that was a lovely charm you made me. I love it to bits. And thank you very much for the vintage H hanky. it's beautiful. how old is it and Any tips on how to look after it?
Juliuslove28 rated for Amazon Wishlist Swap on Jun 18, 2008
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Comment: Thank you so much!!!
MARY rated for Box O' Books Round 2 on May 20, 2008
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Comment: I wish I could give a heart for each item you sent! This was the greatest box. You and your daughter did well. I love the books -- several favorite authors, and some very interesting new ones to explore. The stickers were perfect, and I will be sure to use some of them for Lizzy and Sophie. Sally LOVES her treats. I have never seen her so excited. I love the Dotee "treats". I have a bad knee and am not doing much shopping right now, so having new supplies is such an inspiration. The candle holder is just beautiful, and I will cherish it. The knitting book looks scary, but I remind myself that I get more proficient every item I make. I love gel pens, and these colors are so much fun. The lip gloss is a Burt's Bees item I haven't tried, but I know I will like it. Such a multitude of wonderful things! Thank you.
jennhx rated for Vegetarian soup recipe e-mail swap! on May 3, 2008
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Comment: Stephanie, Sorry I missed your e-mail and didn't rate you till now. Thanks so much for the soup recipes! I love coconut-based soups so I'm excited to try that one. I've never had fruit soup so that will be interesting for this summer.
nava rated for Vegetarian soup recipe e-mail swap! on Apr 26, 2008
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dawnu rated for Vegetarian soup recipe e-mail swap! on Apr 23, 2008
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Comment: Thank you for the extra recipe they all look great!
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Comment: Love the recipes you sent. Thanks very much : )
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plumbum rated for Vegetarian soup recipe e-mail swap! on Apr 18, 2008
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Comment: Thank you, Stef, for your recipes, they look scrummy. I shall certainly try the Dal soup, it looks wonderful.
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Comment: Yum! I am dying to try the split pea with spinach and coconut milk. Thanks!
wollbindung rated for Magazine Swap (Int'nl) on Apr 17, 2008
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Comment: oh - i would like to give 1000 hearts to you. this was a gorgeous and so generous package with 3(!) magazines! love them all & thank you so much!
Response: I'm so glad they're magazines you don't have! It was fun finding them, and I hope they give you some great ideas!
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Comment: Thanks! I love a good dal, and the fruit soup sounds awesome!
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Comment: I love the fruitsoup idea! thank you :)
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Comment: can't wait for the summer for the fruit soup!!!!!!
VegBitch rated for Vegetarian soup recipe e-mail swap! on Apr 13, 2008
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Comment: Thank you for the recipes, I will definitely try your daughters favourite. I love fruit!
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Comment: Judging from your soup recipes, we'd get along great at the dinner table. Thanks for sharing.
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Comment: I love fruit soups, and I didn't even think of it as a vegetarian soup, lol. Thanks for the recipes!
sheilah rated for Vegetarian soup recipe e-mail swap! on Apr 13, 2008
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Comment: The summer fruit soup looks great xxxx sheilah

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Comments

Simone on Feb 14, 2009:

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from Swaps for Children 5-16yrs

aprilliamay on Apr 6, 2008:

Texas recipe swap - electronic

We're having our first swap for the Texas group. It's an easy one!

heliogal on Apr 3, 2008:

Hi, I created a recipe swap on the "Cookbooks & Recipes Oh My" Group. I hope you will check it out at the group site. Thank You.

Kathyy on Mar 18, 2008:

There is no link to your Amazon Wish List in your profile. Please post it in your profile or send me the list so I may fulfill the requirements for the Amazon Wishlist Swap. Looking forward to picking out some goodies for you.

JustAnotherMaria on Aug 8, 2007:

Yeayyy! Another fan of Romeo & Juliet (Whiting & Hussey)...me too. Ever since I was kid. And an Abba fan too? You're on my A+ list! hehe

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