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magpie55

magpie55
Date Joined: April 29, 2008
Last Online: October 29, 2009
Birthday: May 3
Country: USA
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Swapping

First of all, please believe that I do not expect to get extras!! Don't get me wrong, I love them. But I only rate on the actual swap item that I receive and I expect to be rated only on the swap item that I send you. If you have put thought and some time into what you have sent me, you will get a heart.

I try to do just one swap at a time. Well, most of the time ;>) I'm afraid I would be overwhelmed by more. But that means that the one 3 I was awarded on a resend, will keep my rating a bit low. I hope it doesn't keep me out of swaps I really want to do!!!

About Me

I am in my mid 50's with 4 wonderful, pretty much grown children. After 28 years of being a stay at home mom, I packed my baby off to join the air force, and went back to work. Bummer on that because I don't have as much swap time as I would like!

I square and round dance with my dear hubby.

I teach Sunday School and junior church and sing alto or tenor on a 5 woman worship team.

I have a beautiful perennial garden where I spend my summers. It has kitchen stuff in it for decorations, like trivets under the windows, plates around the foundation of the house, pots and pans on the garden shed, an old wringer washer, even a kitchen sink where the well spills over. I put some pictures on my flickr photostream if you would like to see. I have a lot of my handwork there as well.

I volunteer in a children's Bible club.

I TRY to adhere to the philosophy of First Jesus, then others, then me.

Favorite Movies

Chic flicks without bad language.

Favorite Television

HGTV and other decorating shows, old movies, and craft shows. Just something to peek at while I am at my sewing table.

Likes and Dislikes

For my swap buddies!!! I WOULDN'T use cartoony things, candles, or smelly stuff. I don't use stickers. Not fond of stuffies, crocheted toys, or yarn crocheting.

I love anything that has birds (more or less realistic), and garden stuff, especially ROSES. I love FABRICS, rubber stamps, "stuff" for scrapbooking, miniatures, shabby chic, ribbon, laces, beads, and fibers. I love yard sale shopping where I can find small old jewelry or tiny items that I can use for embellishments. I love buttons.

Colors in my home are cream, light sage green, honey colored wood, with pops of cranberry and indigo blue.

I wear more cream than white, more brown than black. Orangy reds rather than blue reds, Teal blues rather than royal bluesand very little Chrsistmas green. But I break all those rules so it doesn't matter too much.

I hope this helps get you started. Just to think of getting a package in the mail is so exciting!!! BUT REMEMBER, I ONLY RATE ON THE ACTUAL SWAP, SO DON'T WORRY ABOUT EXTRAS!!

Favorite Music

Mostly Christian with wonderful harmony so I can sing alto or tenor with it.

Country when it is about good values, not drinking or cheating on your spouse

Favorite Crafts

I sew clothing, quilts, and alter wedding dresses. I scapbook and make cards. I love hand stitching anything, appliqueing, fine crocheting, tatting, embroidery, cross stitching. I am craving to try altered books and other items.
I make a bit of simple jewelry. I sew fabric postcards and wall hangings.

Ratings

Carotte rated for the unusual envelope swap on Sep 29, 2009
5
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Comment: It got here alright and I really love all the little details, It'll surely be handy, the small holder too, thanks.
Response: My postal workers were very helpful in trying to figure how to get it safely on its way. I'm so glad you liked it. And thank you for hosting this fun swap.
structuredchaos rated for the unusual envelope swap on Sep 21, 2009
5
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Comment: I absolutely LOVE my envelope :) It is so so pretty, I'm definitely putting it in my purse to keep all of my loose papers :) And, thank you so much for such a lovely letter it was very nice of you to say something more than the generic "I am this is such an such swap" note, it really meant a lot. And, the little wallet is exactly what I needed, I was trying to make one but for some reason I just can't seem to pull it together lol Thank you so much for the lovely package I really enjoyed it :)
Response: I am so glad you liked the purse pocket. It is such fun to choose the fabrics and buttons. They are easy to make too so this was a perfect swap for me! Happy swapping!!
jostafs rated for Handmade Corsage on Aug 20, 2009
5
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Comment: Thank you! A lovely package, thank you for the card and the envelope to!
Response: I hope you find your purse pocket useful. It keeps my purse so much tidier. I'm glad you liked everything.
lala2mom rated for Fabric Postcard Swap - June on Jul 5, 2009
5
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Comment: Ohmygoodness--I cannot say enough! Thank you!!
Response: Some folks thought it was of a porcupine and lupine. Most guessed the hedgehog, a few got the foxglove. It was very fun to make. I'm glad you liked it so well. Hope you had a lovely and DRY vacation.
Tinker60 rated for Birds ATC on Jun 17, 2009
5
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Comment: WOW. . . thanks so much for the absolutely beautiful bird ATCs -- I can't believe you sent me 3 of them -- they are stunning!!! And the lightswitch cover is beautiful -- I'm putting it on my main kitchen switch so I can see and admire it everyday -- it is beautiful. Thank you so very much -- you went way overboard but I'm so pleased that I was your partner : )
Response: It just seemed to make sense to have one color for each bird and to repeat the color for each background. But it didn't work with just 2 birds. And i couldn't decide which bird to leave out. So you got 3! I'm so glad you like them. And the lightswitch cover had sat in a drawer for 2 years at least. I felt it should go to someone that might enjoy it.
Tunamarie rated for Quilties! on May 29, 2009
5
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Comment: If I could give more hearts and numbers I would...it is fabulous. This rates as the single most lovely and well thought out item I have ever received from Swap-bot.
Response: Oooh, you are so kind. I really had such fun making this quiltie. Now there are 2 of us that are very happy! Take care.
nystarcards rated for HPC: The Seasons--SPRING on May 15, 2009
5
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Comment: Thank you so much for the wonderful card. Everything about it was spectacular. What a great surprise to receive. Even my mailman commented on how special it is. Thanks for participating in the swap. Best wishes--russ
Response: I'm so glad you like it (your mailman too!!) I can't wait for the summer postcard swap. I hope you will continue the series.
sparklebluefaery rated for HPC: The Seasons--SPRING on May 15, 2009
5
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Response: I'm glad you received my postcard. I hope you enjoyed it. It was different than what most people think of when they think of spring. I edited what I had said as I thought it might be considered rude.
ukstash rated for magpie55 and ukstash on Apr 4, 2009
5
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Comment: Thanks for the fantastic pincushion and nice letter. I love the colours and beads, orange is my fave. I posted yours yesterday, without a letter as I have to pay more postage if I include one!
Response: Ukstash, I'm glad you liked it!! It certainly was more colorful than I usually make, and I was glad to find someone who would love to have it!!
user6937 rated for Bye Bye Blackbird on Mar 31, 2009
5
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Comment: Love your raven stamp, and love the purse envelope, too! Thanks so much - I don't carry a purse, but I'm sure it'll be useful in my backpack! Mmmm, the flowers on the front of this card were tulips, not hollyhocks, but your other partner probably got that picture. Nice card anyway. It's nice to get a chatty type note with a swap, instead of just "here's your .... whatever". Hope we have another swap together someday.
Response: I'm so glad you liked everything. I'll have to check my photos on the flower! I wonder if I did get them backwards. Oh well, as long as it made you smile! Thanks ever so much for the wonderful rating and heart. Happy swapping!
Spencerette rated for Bye Bye Blackbird on Mar 29, 2009
5
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Comment: Wow, thank you so much! What an excellent package to receive :) Your cards are beautiful! Even the back sides are amazing. I love what you did with the charms on the fronts and buttons on the backs. Really great craftsmanship!!! The greeting card with the photo on the cover is darling and the purse pocket is a very thoughtful gift. Thanks you again!
Response: I am so glad you liked the atcs. They were really fun to make. I do hope you'll try out the purse pocket. I use mine all the time!! Thank you so much for the heart! Happy swapping!
mlbstudios rated for Itty Bitty Dotee on Mar 4, 2009
5
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Comment: Oh, Margaret! I love them! The timepiece is wonderful! The matchbox is beautiful and my goodness the Dotees are delightful and TINY! Thank you so much! I love it all!
Response: Gosh it was so much fun to do this swap!! Thanks ,thanks, thanks, for bringing my rating up to 4.9!!!!! I'm on vacation in Hawaii. I might have to make a Hawaiian dotee. {>D
magicjessnrach rated for Garden Dreams ATC swap on Feb 28, 2009
5
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Comment: This was one of the best packages I have ever received. I LOVE the ATC, such beautiful work and the little extras were just perfect. Thank-you so much. I hope we get to swap again soon :)
Response: I'm so glad you like it. It was a fun swap to do. And I needed to remind myself of the hope that SPRING WILL COME!! It is supposed to be 7F in the morning. But I am on my way to Hawaii early Monday morning. I will bask in the sun for 2 weeks. Yeah!!
fabricmom rated for Fabric Postcard Swap (February) on Feb 21, 2009
5
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Comment: What a beautiful fabric postcard. I live it so much. Thank you.
Response: Thank you. It was fun to make. It always amazes me that they make it to their destination! Thank you for the heart and 5.
mystmaiden rated for Garden Dreams ATC swap on Feb 19, 2009
5
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Comment: Oh Margaret! What a beautiful package I received from you today! Your atc is simply stunning (very good job on the grape hyacinths!) and the rest - I'm speechless. I will treasure the laces you made for me, especially the tatted one made with your grandmother's shuttle. The inchie pendant is sooo pretty and the fabrics and card, you've blessed me more than you can know. If I could give you ten hearts I would. You've made my week!
Response: Wow, Myst, this package really got to you fast!. I really enjoyed putting this package together for you. I am so pleased you liked it. I had to order a whole bunch of new silk ribbon to feed my new habit!!! Thank you for hosting. We are having a snowstorm today, so the garden dreams is still just that- DREAMS. Thank you for 'all' the hearts. { >)
Loralyn rated for ATC for Newbies and Oldies on Jan 26, 2009
5
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Comment: Margaret, as soon as I peeked into the envelope, I knew that you had sent me an extra special package! Your ATC is just beautiful and heart worthy all by itself...you couldn't know this, but it reminds of the view out of our cabin that's nestled in the woods. The extras that you packaged so beautifully are absolutely me! The crocheted trim will find its way onto a project, but one I plan to keep for myself :) The vintage ricrac is already on display with my other vintage sewing notions, the beads are so pretty and the moose postcard was terrific- we just happen to have one mounted at our cabin. Your thoughtfulness is truly appreciated!!!!
Response: I'm so glad you enjoyed everything. It was 16 BELOW 0 at our house this morning and the snow has been beautiful from the last storm. I guess that is why I used the winter theme. We live on a lake so we see lots of trees just like these. I noticed the vintage ricrac in my stash from a yard sale find with about ten other miscellaneous items for a dime. Yellow is not my color so I felt fine giving it up. |>D I have an old zipper tin, and a number of things from dh's grandmother. And lots of really old crochet magazines from my grandmother who is just about to turn 101. They are lovely.Thanks for the heart! Happy swapping!!
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Comment: Thank you so much!!! The dotees were adorable. I loved the doctor I actually do wear glasses so it was very appropriate. The angel was beautiful. I hope you enjoy your holidays!
Response: I'm glad you liked them. And I am glad you wear glasses!! Well, not really, but I'm glad it was a representation of you. All 4 of my kidlings will be home for Christmas, so it will be wonderful!! Thank you so much for the thoughtful heart!!
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Comment: Thank you so much!! The pin is stunning (I don't collect worry dolls, but I do make them and I love the pin!) The Tea cozy is perfect and deserves lots of hearts!!
Response: I have lots of little practice worry dolls left over! I thought I had seen that you collected them. I guess I made it up in a dream? />\ But I am glad you like the pin. I did see your dolls on your Etsy site. They are cute, very different from mine. I saw a picture of a little Guatamalan girl selling dolls like mine. So I thought you might like something different. I hope you have a pot for the cozy. I'm going to make one for myself as it really looks cozy!!! Happy swapping. Thanks for the heart!!
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Comment: WOWSER, WOWSER, WOWSER!!! LOL--I was giving you a heart even before I untied the beautiful blue bow!! It's fantabulous!! I won't think of it as heavy, but a Pin of Substance!! LOL Thanks for such a wonderfully thoughtful pin and all the amazing treats! Cyn
Response: I'm so glad it brought a smile to your face. It was fun to compose and put together. thanks ever so much for the heart!
LaTosi rated for ATC and A PAINTING! (Fall 2008) on Oct 18, 2008
5
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Comment: WOW!your painting and ATC are amazing!they're absolutely beautiful.I was so excited to open your package.Thank you so much for everything.Your beautiful card touched my heart.I will treasure your work and display it.And with our sons we have a special connection. Peace,Pat (I've left you a personal message on your profile).
Response: Thank you for your kind words. I had my artist son look at it and one little change he suggested fixed what what was bothering me about the balance of the picture. I learned so much and ended up with a pile of practice pictures for myself!!! You got the best, however!! Thanks ever so much for the heart.

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Comments

OpheliaQuilts on Sep 26, 2009:

Thanks for replying to my question about when you're no longer a newbie! :)

ukstash on Jun 5, 2009:

Thank you for the wonderful angel package you sent. The heart is just brilliant, all my favourite colours, and I love the beading. I put the purse pocket in my bag and am already finding it to be a great asset. Thanks so much for angeling my swap, you are a true angel.

driftwood on Apr 9, 2009:

i like your philsophy. my childrens church kids say JOY jesus first, others second, yourself last. have a good day.

sharone on Feb 21, 2009:

I just viewed your flickr and was blown away by your talent, I loved your garden atc's and your backyard looks terrific!

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