patternsbypatty

I just realized that I have not been on this site since 2009 - wow, how time flies. But I am back and ready to swap once again.

I enjoy a variety of crafts - sewing, cards, scrapbooking, altered books, counted cross-stitch, collage, miniatures, journals, embroidery, soft dolls, mixed-media, etc. I have been crafting my entire life, and I currently enjoy making handmade cards. Crafts are creative therapy for me.

I like to swap note cards, stationery, pens/markers, stickers, FBs, friendship sheets, etc.

I do rate all swaps received, and would appreciate the same in return. If you have any questions or comments, please contact me directly. I am here to have people enjoy getting swaps from me.

I am always interested in snail mail pen pals and individual swaps.

My name is Patty, and I am married to my honey bunny, Lee. I have 2 stepdaughters, 2 stepsons, and 1 son -- who is my world. We live in the KC area, on the Kansas side. We built our dream home 6 years ago, and are thoroughly enjoying living here. Currently, I am a SAHMW as I work through some personal issues. I have worked all my life in various positions, and I am now enjoying the time at home with the family (and my crafts). We have a 6 year old male Doberman. Smoke-Free/Cat-Free Home! I enjoy FaceBook and other social media outlets, especially for my handmade greeting cards.

Color - Purple

Season - Fall

Sports to watch - NFL, NBA, Nascar; and all my son's games (football, basketball)

Alma Mater - Kansas State University (Go Wildcats!)

TV Shows - all CSIs, Two and a Half Men, Numbers, Criminal Minds, Cold Case, Without A Trace, all Law & Orders, House, Rules of Engagement, Ghost Whisperer, Big Brother, American Idol, Hawaii Five-O, Mike & Molly, Blue Bloods, Vegas, Big Bang Theory, Family Guy, etc.

Candy - anything chocolate, but without nuts or other stuff; especially like dark chocolate

Holiday - Christmas (I collect nativities)

Things I Love: anything craft or sewing related: (rubber stamps, ink, emobssing powder, yarn, felt, fabric, buttons, beads, ribbon, charms, thread, fibers, paper, brads, embroidery floss, embellishments, stickers, etc.), stationery, blank notecards, office supplies and address labels, sharpies or markers, fine point pens, used postage stamps, vintage, shabby chic or retro things/patterns or Victorian ephemera, traveling and family vacations, music, movies, jewelry (pierced earrings, bracelets, necklaces), internet,peanut butter and chocolate, fried chicken, Mickey Mouse & Disney World.

Favorite Craft Projects (currently): FBs, handmade envelopes, LBs, matchbook notepads; still want to learn about: swap bags, ATC's, inchies, zine, dotee dolls, etc.

Things I Don't Like: coffee, cats, rodents of any kind!, Halloween, orange