littlebluestar

7/12/11 - I have several big THANK YOUs to give out but things have been SO hectic I have just gotten my mail and I haven't had time to thank properly. Tonight or tomorrow I will log on to thank everyone publicly for the RAKs I have recvd. Just had to log on quick today to mark a swap sent, THANK you to all and you will hear from me when I have a moment to sit down and write a nice thank you :)**

Please address all packages to me, not 'LittleBlueStar' ~ Thank you!

I am a 28 year old 911 dispatcher, massage therapist and bartender - whew!! I live in a little town, in a little house with a little dog. Its a pretty happy little life in rural North Dakota.

I dabble in all sorts of crafty endevours. I spend quite a bit of time on Etsy and Pinterest, saving ideas for later. I love cake decorating and all things cupcakes. I am currently in love with embroidery and shabby fabric flowers for broaches and hair clips/bands. Always up for a Private Swap.

Some projects on my 'to try' list are: Bunting banners for home and small banners for cakes, garlands (paper, fabric and pompom), Vintage silverware stamping, terrariums, calligraphy, carving stamps and baking from old cook books.

Used, thrifted and regifted items are always welcome. Please be sure they are clean, appropriate and in good condition (minus the rusty junk I ask for). I only send what I would love to receive. I pledge not to send lame stuff, please do the same.

• Private Swaps
• Small town life
• My dog ('Kitty' a petite apricot poodle that found me at just the right time.)
• Pretty things that are useful
• Coffee, I'm learning to enjoy Tea thanks to a very generous PenPal!
• Masterpiece Theater on Sunday nights, Law & Order SVU, Criminal Minds, Sons of Anarchy, Shameless, Walking Dead and Dexter.
• Netflix
• Long hot showers
• Pedicures
• GOOD scary movies (which are hard to find)
• Burlesque (sigh in another life.....)
• Pin Up
• Well done tattoos
• Cake Decorating
• Anything Doilie or Lace theme
• Auction sales
• Giving new life to thrift store finds
• Thrifty decorating blogs
• The Velveteen Rabbit
• Black licorice (Red too, but not Twizzlers)
• Pineapple
• Dark chocolate
• Garlic
• Cheese
• Canadian Wine Gums - YUM!!
• Handy, pretty, cute and/or tastey everyday items from other countries, most especially European and Scandanavian.
• Ornate silverware
• Rub Ons
• Wrap, ribbon, tissue paper, tags and bags of all kinds. I love pretty packaging!
• Magazines! I love the feel of those glossy pages. Home decor, crafting, daily living, international or american, new or used (but intact).
• Fabulous glittered goodness

Something handmade by you

Anything you think I would enjoy, based on reading this profile :)

Your Favorite ___(fill in blank)___ and a real letter about why its your favorite. (really people, I mean 'whatever' you love, I love to try new products/brands)

Handcarved stamp

I carry a few Birthday Candles in my purse, because you never know when you need to celebrate soemthing, so I would love a small something that would protect them so they don't get jumbled in my purse.

Scalloped Scissors or Punch

Embroidery Thread

Felt Needle Book

Cotton cloth pieces for bunting banners and mini bunting. (also Linen, Burlap, Muslin, etc.)

Fun, pretty or unique cupcake liners. Reg, Jumbo or Mini.

Bakers twine (so charming! Haven't found it around here yet)

Glassine or cello baggies or envelopes

Fun accessories, hair stuff, scarves or jewelry. (Think Penelope Garcia on Criminal Minds, I am that girl)

Cute Coin Purses and trinket/cosmetic bags

Note Books/journals of all sizes

Deco, Washi or Fabric Tape (doesn't have to be new!)

Sweet or Savory Treats, Spices or Sauces from your state, region or country.

My heart skips a beat for things that you would find in an old man's garage - anything rusty, dented dinged and random from long ago.

Same with treasures you would find in an a little old ladie's craft room: lace, ribbon, pompoms, glass glitter, broken bits of china, paper doilies - you get the idea ;)

Vintage photos or advertising and ephemera or well printed collage pages of these.

Fun, Cute or Pretty Stationary for letter writing

Glass Slides (plain or altered)

Themes I Like

Birds, Bird Cages, eggs or nests.

Pigs/animals with wings

Desserts/Pastries/Cute food

Nature/trees/grass/dandelions

Vintage Farmhouse/Cottage

Doily/Lace

Swirly or Flourishes

Polka Dots

Burlesque

Glamorous and opulent

Whimsical and Nostalgic

Swap cards (I have a lot)

Hearts, Rainbows, Teddybears, Angels, Kitties, Puppies, Fairies, Dragons, Smiley Faces

Disney, Twilight/vampire craze, Diddl, Garfield, Winnie the Pooh, Looney Tunes, cartoons, clowns

Paper scraps (beautiful paper is welcomed, but not SCRAPS left behind after a project)

Grading stickers or Freebie stickers and tags from charities

Dotee Dolls

CDs

My love of vintage stops directly at 1959. Its all downhill from there.

Flavors I dislike: seafood, marshmallow and jello (its a texture thing), sour things.

My notes to remember:

CURRENTLY WORKING ON

TAG Wild Women Tag for @NorthernBorder Treat from N.D.

Profile Surprise to @SunArtist

Private Swap - Cengland and Littlebluestar - week in the life

Private Swap - littlebluestar and athanasiasmile - profile gooness

MAILED AND WAITING TO HEAR FROM

PATIENTLY WAITING FOR:

Cotton Candy GROUP TAG 4/13/11 Button Bracelet from @WaldenPond2

Flakers:

Tag Flakers

NonRaters

3/11/11 Quick Profile Swap to @decogirl (suspended)