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hoosiergirl

hoosiergirl
Birthday: February 9
Last Online: November 28, 2008
Country: USA
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About Me

Hi I'm Vicki from Indiana (thus the hoosiergirl name) :0) I was born and raised here - with some time spent in southeast Missouri and 6 months in Germany.

I'm a person who loves life, LOVES to travel, and is very creative. I make jewelry - have tried my hand at many crafts - surf the web, sell things on eBay and Amazon. I've just discovered altered art, ATC's (still working up the nerve to try these), Matchboxes (I'm ADDICTED), etc. Mary Engelbreit's magazine rocks! I love to take pictures and I love to look at things that bring me joy...... such as the silly picture on my profile :0)

About Me

I'm a grandma - or "Mimi" - to three wonderful munchkins. And a momma to two wonderful adults who still expect an Easter basket and a Christmas stocking! My son and daughter/law are currently serving in IRAQ.

The jewelry I make usually consist of gemstones, glass beads and Swarovski crystals. I love to find vintage jewelry and repurpose the bits and pieces. I'm trying my hand at wire-wrapping, and making jewelry and findings with Artistic Wire. I'm a sucker for rings and bracelets (i wear size 8 in each). I also make necklaces and earrings, and attach beads to household items because it makes me happy :0)

About Me

I prefer colors inspired by nature - blues, greens, the salmons and pinks of a sunrise. I love to wear sweaters and Fall is my favorite season. I'm a sucker for pasta and specialty olives and I've never met a brownie I could pass up (unless it had coconut in it/on it/around it).

As for freetime, I enjoy trolling antique and 2nd hand shops,flea markets and yard sales. I love to look for vintage things to use in art projects. I LOVE buttons and often use them in my jewelry pieces. I like miniature things - I still have my itty bitty china tea set from childhood.

Im a voracious reader - I love mysteries, and I'm an avid Harry Potter fan (yes even us "old" folks love the kid with the scar). I also read travel guides, maps and atlases(to dream and plan my next adventure) and cookbooks. Most of the magazines I get have to do with jewelry making, but I also read Mary Engelbreit's Home Companion, Cosmo, Redbook, Woman's Day, Family Circle, etc.

I fell in love with New York City and have visited there a few times. I shamelessly gawk at Times Square and spend hours in the Impressionist painters section of the Metropolitan Museum of Arts. And no trip there is complete without several rides on the Staten Island Ferry!

About Me

If money were no object I would have a house on the beach. No matter how messed up things are in life or the world, strolling in the sand and listening to the ocean sets me at ease. Ever notice how building a sandcastle takes you back to the feeling of being a child? I love the sandpipers that run the beach and have decorated my "beach" room with pictures and statues, etc. of them - along with seashells and assorted jars of sand.

I'm sure I will edit this many times as I look at other profiles and get inspired with additional things to share! I'm meeting some wonderful people here :0)

things I like

*Shabby Chic Decor *Beachy stuff *Original Artwork *amateur photography *Vintage paper/crafts/buttons/jewelry *anything with a Mary Engelbreit illustration *journals/note cards/post-its *Beads, beads and more beads (glass, gemstone and crystal mostly, but when I can get my hands on artist-made lampwork I'm one happy gal!!) *Reality TV *garden gnomes (they make me smile) *sterling silver charms from places I've traveled - trying to recreate my bracelet from my teens *pretty teacups/saucers *reusable grocery bags are my new weakness and I'm getting better at remembering to put them back in the car!

things I like

*Food Network/A&E/TLC/MSNBC *Impressionist artists *Favorite flower - peony *Love the smell of coconut but can't stand to eat it (feel like I'm chewing hair) *I make jewelry/some paper crafts/scrapbooking/ altered & mixed media art *Religious (christian or catholic)medals/art *I believe in doing what we can to preserve the planet - recyling, energy efficient bulbs & appliances *Traveling - spontaneous stopping along the way to explore interesting sites is half the fun of getting there *My grandbabies *Family and friends - and taking the time to appreciate them

general swap info

I don't have any strong dislikes or likes in regard to flavors/colors/ preferences,etc. If you are my partner rest assured that I will probably be happy with whatever you decide to send. If I can't use it I'll pass it on to someone else who will enjoy and appreciate it. I do LOVE handmade items and marvel at other people's work! I am currently working on an art collage for my workroom wall and unique black/white photos would be appreciated - if they are your work please sign it :0)

Thank you to all who have sent me ATCs. I find them fascinating and plan to try my hand at them very soon! Thanks especially to CraftyDez who sent me a great ATC book to inspire me :0)

I am definitely up for one-on-one swaps :0)

Ratings

breccamerie rated for beads, beads, beads on Nov 26, 2008
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Comment: OMGosh! What a wonderful bead swap. I loved them all espacially the wonderful lampworked beads. My regards to the artist! Thanks so much for the beautiful beads! I loved them all!
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Comment: Thank you Vicki! I loved my package, the napkins and dish towel are so pretty and the salt/pepper shakers are so cute! Thanks again!!
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Comment: oh my goodness, the stuff kept coming and coming! thank you so much.
sewandgrow rated for Rummaging Adventures on Oct 18, 2008
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Comment: Vicki, What a wonderful box full of goodies. I was so excited going through it piece by piece. I can't even tell you what I like most. The teacup & saucer were delightful & I think I will actually use it myself. I already envision a big sling type shoulder bag made from the deep green & brown upholstery fabric & the ivory brocade window drape will make a beautiful Victoria Christmas stocking. I am delighted. Thank you so much. If there were morew hearts to give I would.
Response: Ohhh, I'm SO glad you liked everything. You were so very fun to shop for - and even now I see something and think "I wish I'd found this before I sent that package off!" Maybe we can do a private swap after the first of the year :0)
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JennaLo rated for Brochure from your city swap on Sep 23, 2008
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Comment: Lots to learn about your city! Thank you very much.
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Comment: I really enjoyed reading your letter. I hadn't noticed about including a picture either! I am going to have a google later on. Kind regards and happy swapping - Jan :)
donnadmb rated for 20 Questions Letter: Where I Live on Sep 12, 2008
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Comment: No picture was included but you wrote an amazing letter so I gave you a 5. Thanks!
Response: Oh my goodness! I missed/forgot that part of the instructions. Thank you. I'll be glad to send you a picture. I love my town :0) I'll drop a postcard in the mail this weekend!
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Comment: Thank you sooo much Vicki, I loved it all :)
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Comment: Vicki, I've been away from Swap-bot for a long while, but now I'm back and I see that I didn't rate you for this swap back at the end of the year. I'm so sorry! But I do remember you sent a great package so here's your rating! :)
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Comment: Are you serious?? What a super dooper swap!!! I just love the gnome notebook, and he jam packed matchbox... with all the doodads and trinkets! and the sharpies!!! THANK YOU!!!
Drachenfrau rated for Teacup and Saucer #2 on Jul 23, 2008
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Comment: Thanks for this wonderful package Vicki! I love everything! :-)
ANGELFAIRY rated for US State Postcards on Jul 19, 2008
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Comment: Thank you so much for the mapcard. It was great to get it. Take Care.
JoJoSwaps rated for List Swap. 50 Places... on Jul 8, 2008
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JoJoSwaps rated for Freebie Bookmark on Jul 8, 2008
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JoJoSwaps rated for Unique Pen (USA ONLY!) on Jul 8, 2008
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Comment: Thanks for such a fun swap! Thank you for all the travel information from where you live!! The pen is fun -- I love cardinals.
tlblake rated for US State Postcards on Jun 19, 2008
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Comment: thank you for the post card. :)
josolynnthepyro rated for US State Postcards on Jun 16, 2008
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Comment: Very pretty post card! =)
dragonfly rated for US State Postcards on Jun 16, 2008
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Comment: thanks, Indiana looks lovely
Caam rated for US State Postcards on Jun 14, 2008
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Comment: Thanks for the postcard! I have driven through your state before and found the people nice and the scenery lovely!

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Comments

VJP on Nov 18, 2008:

Hi Vicki!
Come join us for Teacup and Saucer Swap #3. We’ll be sending in January. click here

teacup

TeaNi on Nov 1, 2008:

Hi, Happy November! I just wanted to invite you to join the Christian swappers group new Thanksgiving swap here :)

LadyT on Sep 29, 2008:

Well hello again Vicki! Thanks for joining yet another swap of mine and welcome (lol). Lady "T"

LadyT on Sep 24, 2008:

Good morning Vicki - so we ended up with 7 fellow rummagers - not bad! I even got you as my send to partner - lol Please let me know if there is anyhting in particular you are on the look-out for and I'll try my best to find it for you. Looking forward to shopping for you. Be well - Traci

LadyT on Sep 6, 2008:

Hi Vicki - Thanks for joining my Rummaging Adventures - glad to see there is at least 2 of us out there!!!! Best wishes & be well - Traci

LadyT on Sep 6, 2008:
brokenfaedoll on Sep 2, 2008:

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Thank you so much for angeling the beautiful teacups and roses matchbox to me, Vicki.

Dee on Jun 22, 2008:

Thanks for the invite to your Mary Engelbreit swap ~ I joined! I just can't resist ME stuff and I'm ready for the swap, I always have plenty on hand!!! ~ Dee

fleasha on Jun 18, 2008:

Thought you may be interested in a gnome group.

gnome sweet gnome

TeaNi on Jun 4, 2008:

Please stop by the Christian Swappers group and check out our new swap, "Lamb of God". I hope you'll consider joining!:)

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