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fishsteak

fishsteak
Date Joined: July 2, 2014
Last Online: March 31, 2023

Country: United States
Cheap Etsy Faves
My Etsy Store
Mail Instagram
Amazon Wishlist
Digital Anime Art Instagram

March 14: It seems like mail is just super slow/inconsistent whether sending or receiving. Even domestic US mail is taking a while. 😒 If I haven't received a swap, I'll reach out for a resend after 1 month. I'll do the same if you're waiting on a swap from me.

My Swapping Approach
I rate when I receive and avoid waiting until the last few days to send. Please message me if there are any problems on your or my end (postage due, late sends, damaged mail, possibly lost mail, etc.). I angel all swaps I host. I don't rate based on extras and don't need any!

Private Swaps
I’m usually open to private swaps. My profile links give a good idea of my art. I’m open to exchanging recipes, mail art/letters, snacks, or even makeup/skincare.

About Me
I love food, reading, and traveling/road trips. Recommendations are always appreciated. My guilty pleasures include restaurants with tasting menus and kooky tourist traps like the Biggest Ball of Twine (still on my list!). If you don't know what to write in a swap, tell me something about your local area! :)

My Goodreads - books I want to read
My Flickr - ATCs and other art (my linked Mail Instagram has more recent stuff)

Some of my digital art:
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General Likes

I can always use unused postage. I’m building a frankendeck so any playing cards are much appreciated, especially if they’re in a theme I like!

Cards I need:
Spades: 1, 4, 7, 8, 9, K
Hearts: 1, 2, 4, 8, 10, Q, K
Clubs: 2, 4, 5, 7, 10, J, Q, K
Diamonds: all except 3, 6, K

⋆ assorted things I like: architecture and design, aerogrammes/postalettes, blackout poetry, cats, calligraphy, cherry blossoms, cutout images for collages, diecuts, the Golden Gate Bridge, fairytales, fountain pens, Flow magazine, geocaching, FriXion pens, handmade/unique papers, hand-carving, hot air balloons, illustrations, Japan, landscapes, lighthouses, mail art, mountains, mythology (any culture), national parks, outer space, pin-ups, postage stamps, sharks, shiba inu, stickers, themes (I'll like almost anything if it's a whole theme!), typewriters, trains, Japanese/Taiwanese washi, wax seals, watercolor, long staircases, Gelly Roll pens, zentangles, fashion/couture/streetwear

⋆ I like puns, sarcasm, satire, parody, and sometimes dirty humor.

Package Swap Likes

These are just things I know I like. I love trying new things and supporting small businesses and local brands.

⋆ food/snacks/drinks: aerated chocolate, single origin chocolate, cookies and cream flavor, chips/crisps, crackers, sour candies, spicy foods, tea (loose leaf preferred), regional snacks, instant noodles; generally salty snacks more than sweet candies

⋆ makeup/skincare: I prefer mini/trial sizes. I like full sizes for sunscreen or Korean skincare brands like cosrx or banila. I use nail polish, colorful/unique eyeshadows, scar-removal products, makeup removers, and skincare products.

⋆ random useful things: double-sided tape, command hooks, books on my very long to-read list or related to my likes

Postcard Info

⋆ If I'm in a swap for naked postcards, I'd love a tourist postcard from your area with a long message! I prefer tourist view cards written and stamped from place of origin (postcards sent on vacation are my favorite).

⋆ Otherwise, I prefer 4" x 6" unwritten/blank postcards sent in an envelope. I like: gotochi, neat postmarks and stamps (on the outside of the envelope), illustrated cards, vintage travel poster, maxi cards
⋆ Specific postcard wishlists/favorites: one and two

Dislikes

⋆ religious sentiments (inspirational quotes welcome, just not faith-based quotes)
⋆ loose sticky notes/page flags
⋆ dystopian novels with romance in them
⋆ cigarette smoke or strong floral scents
⋆ lip gloss
⋆ kids cartoon stickers

Favorite Reading:

Chew (comic book series); Discworld series by Terry Pratchett; books about food, textiles/fashion, or urban planning; favorite manga subgenre: isekai food slice-of-life

Favorite Crafting:

I love art and would love to receive anything handmade by you in any art form. Watercolor and letterpress are near and dear to my heart.

Favorite Playing:

Rune Factory, Professor Layton, Touch Detective, Genshin Impact, Shining Nikki

Favorite Stationery Brands:

Sakura of Japan, mt Japan, Pilot, Cavallini & Co., Papaya, Rifle Paper Co., Paperchase, Chronicle Books, Q-Lia, Mind Wave, Paper Source, Peter Pauper Press, Punch Studio

Favorite Characters:

Nameko, Gudetama, Totoro, Catbus, Jiji, Paddington Bear, Calvin & Hobbes, Miffy, Garfield, Bugcat Capoo, Yotsuba, Llama from Shirokuma Cafe, Moomin, Bluey and Bandit

Favorite Artists and Musicians:

Roy Tabora, Thomas Kinkade, James Coleman, Sarah Gibb

Vance Joy, Jeremy Loops, ABBA, LΓ©on

Ratings

warheart rated for MAIL ART - Spring on Mar 29, 2023
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Comment: Such a sweet spring themed envelope! I love it - thank you!
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Comment: Thank you. Love it! Fantastic idea how you used the texture.
explore rated for Sakura ATC on Mar 28, 2023
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Comment: Fiona, thank you for your hand-drawn Sakura ATC! It is nice. Happy spring!
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Comment: Hi Fiona! Thanks so much for the fantastic swap! I love everything you sent! And your envelope is gorgeous! I really appreciate the lovely happy mail! Take care! XO Dana
Conniegirl rated for CPG: Ad/Freebie Postcard - Global on Mar 25, 2023
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Comment: Thank you for the postcard. I'm still undecided weather to put it in my special postcards or to "put it out to seed".
Geekydee rated for Sakura ATC on Mar 24, 2023
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Comment: Hi Fiona - I received your ATC this morning and it's so pretty!!!! As was the decoration for the envelope :) I love it all, thank you so much. Also, thank you for the papers and stickers too, I'll be sure to put them to good use. Take care, Deb
Ilovemanatees rated for Pick me up March on Mar 22, 2023
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Comment: oh my gosh, Fiona! This Swablu and Natu Fusion is amazing!! I seriously love it so much! I also love that you friends called it blursed, LOL! That made my day!! I love seeing what my two favorite Pokemon would look like if they were combined :D It truly is amazing and I am so excited to add it into my collection! Also, I love the little extra stickers that you included as well:) Thank you so so very much for everything, it is all perfect and I am so grateful <3<3
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Comment: Thank you for the ATC - it's so cute!
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Comment: Hi Fiona! I can't believe you sent me a Delta postcard! I was flying Alaska last Thursday and texted my husband that I love Delta (I was upset about something Alaska did). I prefer Delta! And then I got home to your postcard! Great timing! I love it! Warmly, Ginger
stiffneck78 rated for SP: Happy Postcard Swap #1 on Mar 16, 2023
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Comment: Thanks!
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Comment: Fiona, thank you for your hand-drawn fun My Melody ATC! My Melody looks so cutely naive. What a coincidence - I made a My Melody ATC for this same swap too! I never received your first one but thank you for sending me a second time. Do you like My Melody? Do you want to receive the one I made? Since you sent twice, I probably should return your favor πŸ˜‚. Happy spring!
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Comment: Thanks for this beautiful collaged PC! I love you g to museums to see old paintings! You did a wonderful job on it! Stay safe and healthy! Hugs from Alaska, Sherry
traceyj rated for UHM: Profile Mail Art on Mar 10, 2023
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Comment: thanks for the lovely outdoorsy mail art envelope, ostrich pc, ATC and stickers! What a fun surprise in my mailbox today and I will put these books on my reading list :)
Bramble rated for Hearts ATC on Mar 7, 2023
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Comment: Thanks for the fun Heart card and the cute extras.
KellyR rated for My Favorite Washi on PC #04 on Mar 5, 2023
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Comment: Thank you! I have the cat washi myself :)
NachoCheese928 rated for Mail Art Envelope - USA only on Feb 27, 2023
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Comment: I love the theme!
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Comment: This was a fun swap!
Laurluv23 rated for Mail Art Envelope - USA only on Feb 25, 2023
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Comment: Thank you for the pretty envelope!
jay9 rated for Mail Art Envelope - USA only on Feb 22, 2023
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Comment: Hi fishtail, Love your blue ensemble envelope! Thank You. I will add it to a journal, it will be lovely πŸ’™πŸ¦‹πŸ¦•πŸŸπŸ¦πŸ§ŠπŸžπŸš™πŸŒŠπŸŒ‚πŸ§’πŸ’ŽπŸ“˜πŸ“ͺπŸ–ŒπŸͺŸπŸͺ£

Rating Overview

Overall Hearts Stars Hosted
5.0000 390 79 81
Completed Fives Threes Ones
389 430 0 0
Type 1 Type 2 Type 3 Uncategorized
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Comments

bluerose3 on Mar 22, 2023:

Thank you for the stickers and music list (CPG March wishlist)

manders2280 on Mar 18, 2023:

Thank you for the wonderful wonderful postcard. I think it will hit my friend's sweet spot.
β€” Meredith
Wonderful - yup wonderful - Wishes March

susieq11 on Mar 12, 2023:

Thanks for the wishes for WW March! The flower stickers are so pretty - I agree! Love the little animals ones too! I hope your cats are doing well now - were they upset you were away maybe? awww : ( Ohhh your trip sounds great! I would love to go to Taiwan. We are going back to Japan again in November. It was great to get back last fall! It is so fun planning between trips - makes me daydream of stationery a lot, ha ha ha! (although I buy so much it keeps me looking like a small store!) February was more Spring-y -- it snowed yesterday and today, boo! Hope you have a nice Sunday! xoxo

kiddomerriweather on Mar 11, 2023:

Thank you for the Valentine leftovers and stickers you sent for my March WW.

CariahCreates on Mar 11, 2023:

Thank you for the wishes from my WW march wishlist

CariahCreates on Mar 7, 2023:

Thank you for the wishes from my WW February wishlist.

Ikat78 on Feb 28, 2023:

Thank you for the hilarious, sticker covered envie that was inappropriate for wonderful wishes February. I love the story about the family Christmas party and I have to say your doodle is amazing. I absolutely love the cat in a cowboy hat flying over the water.

lindseyjae on Feb 21, 2023:

Hi! Thanks so much for the nice happy mail you sent! I love the way you decorated the envie! (WW February)

Poohtat on Feb 15, 2023:

Thank you for the get well card and the jellyfish goodies. I can't wait for the cast to come off!

susieq11 on Feb 14, 2023:

Thank you for the wishes for WW February! Love all the pink (esp. cherry blossoms!) and Snoopy card. It is fun finding out what people do for work. Your job sounds interesting - I like the learning aspect of it a lot. Somehow our February has been really nice...it's strange!! But I will take it! ha ha! Thanks again for thinking of me! xoxo Happy Valentine's Day!

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