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sunnyblueskies

sunnyblueskies
Date Joined: January 22, 2008
Last Online: February 10, 2012

Country: United States
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About Me


If you have me as a partner, I can't wait to see your style. To me, that is what makes swapping handmade things so fabulous...to see what everyone else comes up with and be inspired! So please don't worry about me having a lot of specific likes that you need to worry about. I'm a Christian, and anything that doesn't disrespect that will be most happily welcomed.

Also, please never feel like you must send extras to me. I have a lot of stuff! More than anything, I enjoy a swap put together with thought and care! Extras can be fun, and I do enjoy them, but they certainly are not necessary :)

My Flickr account has pictures of just about every swap I have sent out--so if you are interested in seeing the kind of things I enjoy making, please take a peak! I don't post pictures until my partner has received the swap--so if I'm sending to you, you can look without fear of spoilers!

My Swap-bot on Flickr

I love Pinterest, and am always looking for more inspirational boards to follow. I love it when people follow me!

Follow me on Pinterest

Another place I love is Ravelry. It is a wonderful place to network and find inspiration and patterns for knitting and crocheting. I love adding friends there!

My Ravelry

Thanks for reading and happy swapping!

Things I love...


Generalities:

  • Miniature things, tiny cute things--the smaller the better!
  • Comments on my Flickr photos :)
  • Some favorite themes: woodland, whimsical fairy tales, birds
  • Hand crafted items using real vintage items
  • Happy mail, especially with a decorated envelope and/or real stamps
  • The color aqua
  • Totoro
  • Letterpress items
  • One inch pinback buttons
  • Interesting business cards (I've started collecting them!)
  • Empty gift cards (Another collection, and I also craft with them.)

Crafty type supplies:

  • Interesting cardboard coasters from restaurants
  • Glass beads
  • Charms
  • Fun ribbon
  • Cotton rick rack
  • Japanese papers
  • Washi tape, fabric tape & deco tape
  • Fabulous, interesting, or unusual brads
  • Japanese cute fabric, especially linen/cotton blends

Vintage Goodies:

  • Vintage buttons, especially those with rhinestones
  • Vintage children's books, 1950's or earlier
  • Vintage maps
  • Vintage lace and trims
  • Vintage packaging of all kinds

Handmade Treasures:

  • Hand-carved stamps
  • Itty bitty books
  • Matchboxes decorated from the heart inside & out. I especially love matchboxes with tiny stuffies inside!
  • Zines
  • Hand-drawn or water color ATCs


Private Swaps


I love crafty private swaps--feel free to message me and maybe we can work something out!


Crafts I'd like to explore


It always seems to take a lot of time, energy, supplies, and perseverance to start a new craft. With that said, here are some things I would love to learn how to do:

  • Coptic stitch binding (I tried once...)
  • Assorted bookbinding techniques
  • Zines (I've only made two...)
  • Embroidery (I just started!)
  • Jewelry making (I dabble in this sometimes...)
  • Altered playing cards (I've made one...)
  • Hand-carved stamps (I've made several, but sadly they didn't turn out well--I need to keep practicing...)


I tend to check out a lot of books from the library before I start anything new, so if you have favorite books for any crafts, not just the ones listed above, I'd love to hear your recommendations!



Ratings

amyclara rated for Matchbox & Inchies! on Nov 23, 2011
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Comment: Now that's what I am talking about! What a great swap! Your matchboxes are the best I have received in a long time.....I absolutely love them! Thank you so much! Oh, and the little purse is sooo cute! Everything is so perfect. The inchie book kit is awesome too, you know you could sell those kits! Anytime you want to do another private swap, just let me know! Thanks again, Amy Clara
Response: I'm so happy you love the matchboxes!! We will definitely need to swap again--maybe after the new year!
honeybee rated for 100,000! on Nov 13, 2011
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Comment: Thank you for the cute pouch and goodies! I do remember the matchbox I sent to you (it's one of my favorites). I am glad she has a good home ;)
Response: You're welcome! This was a fun swap :)
littlepinkflamingo4 rated for OTT: Pocket on Nov 8, 2011
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Comment: Wow, this is the most gorgeous swap ever. You did an amazing job with everything. It is so tiny (which I love little things), and so beautifully made and tasteful (no stickers or glitter for a welcome change) and I love the ATC and the little pages and the surprise pocket. And it matches my other gorgeous journal from you. You are awesome. I wish I was a computer hacker so I could hack into every swap we are in and make you my partner. I wish I could give you way more hearts. Cheers Helen
Response: I'm so thrilled you that you like it! Thanks so much for all your kind comments :) I love making those little ATC albums and hadn't done one in a long time. I love library pockets so that's how the idea started. This was a really fun swap made perfect by your response to what I sent. You are a lovely partner to send to!
suessstoff rated for Quick Birdy # 8 on Oct 16, 2011
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Comment: Lisa, thank you so much for this beautiful notebook! It was just so super thoughtful of you to pick something from my wishlist (once again), especially when you had to order it. I love everything made by Geninne Zlatkis and have two of her bird prints right here at home. I am not sure if I will be able to actually write into that notebook because it is just too awesome but I will enjoy looking at it for sure! Thanks again, you rock!!!
Response: I understand not wanting to write in it--it is gorgeous! I'm glad I got to see it before sending it on its way to you. I'm glad you are enjoying it :)
pengrafyx rated for OTT: BuzZz Bumble Bee on Aug 3, 2011
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Comment: Thanks Lisa for the lovely bee book in a box ~ very sweet! Everything about it was SO perfect. :)
Response: I adore tiny books--I'm so glad you like it!
suessstoff rated for Lucky Parcel #2: Summer Surprise on Jul 29, 2011
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Comment: Thank you so much for this fantastic swap, Lisa! Opening this awesome summer surprise was such a treat with all those cute little labels, the summery packaging and the lovely summer colors. I love the sweet bento box with all its contents: the tags, boxes, envelopes, twine, masking tape, stamps, stamp pad and all those colorful micron pens! I don't know how you fit it all inside the box but I know that it's all great. ♥ ♥ ♥
Response: I always breathe a sigh of relief when my packages arrive safely! I absolutely loved putting this together for you! Thanks for hosting such a lovely swap!
littlepinkflamingo4 rated for OTT: Journal on Jul 26, 2011
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Comment: Absolutely gorgeous little journal. It is beautifully made and the the little bag to match is lovely. Thank you so much, I feel really special. Cheers Helen
Response: I loved making this journal--I'm happy that you are enjoying it!!
Duckygirl rated for OTT: Cake on Jun 28, 2011
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Comment: Thanks so very much really cute.
Response: I'm glad you think it is cute! Thanks for hosting a fun OTT swap!
motes rated for OTT: Tree in your pocket on May 4, 2011
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Comment: This was far and away the cutest little zombie tree that has ever graced my doorstep! Thank you so much! I wish I could give you a bunch more hearts!
Response: I'm so thrilled that you like him--he was a fun little guy to make :)
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Comment: thank you SO much for the gorgeous matchbox and everything that was included! love the tiny ernie envelopes the most, super cute!! i'm so happy to have this wonderful creation in my collection!! thank you! xo
Response: You're welcome--thanks for hosting a super-fun matchbox swap!
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Comment: I adore this monster. Everything about this package was awesome, from his 'Grrr....' bag and top hat to his curly tail. My husband thinks this is the best swap I've ever received. And that is saying something because I've received some great swaps on here. Definitely one of the top. Thank you! What a wonderful monster. My son named him Billy, btw. I liked it, so it stuck. My whole family loves Billy.
Response: I'm so glad you and your family are enjoying the little monster I made! And it makes me smile to know that your son has named him Billy :)
FarStarr rated for APR: DIY Mail*art*o*mat **EDIT** on Apr 4, 2011
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Comment: Holy Guacamole!!! This is one FANTASTIC little wallet filled with super-wonderful things!! Thank you soooo much! I love it all!!
Response: I'm so happy you like it! I really loved making it :)
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Comment: Thanks for the delightful box of miniature mail art goodies!
Response: I'm so glad it got to you safely--this was a really fun swap to put together :)
superstitches rated for OTT~Hearts on Mar 18, 2011
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Comment: I love the little pincushion and the designer pins. It was wrapped in that cute bag. Thank you. If I could give you more hearts, I would.
Response: I'm so glad to hear that you like everything! Everything was really fun to make--after years of thinking about making a bottle cap pincushion, I finally did it :)
jumpCricket rated for OTT: Year of the...Rabbit on Mar 18, 2011
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Comment: unbelievably beautiful!!!! I loved this so much! And so did my daughter! She immediately stole it from me! :) This rabbit (and the sweet bag) will get a special place in our home! Thank you!
Response: I'm so happy the purple bunny has found her perfect home :)
thehappyhoneybee rated for OTT ~ I really like.... on Feb 20, 2011
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Comment: This is most perfect tiny gift ever! I love everything about it--the sweet muslin packaging and tag, the painted matchbox, the beautifully done Pooh images, and of course, the wonderful magnets. Thank you so much for sending such a beautiful and thoughtful gift! Love love love.
Response: I'm so pleased you are enjoying it! Thanks so much for the kind comments :)
orit rated for Quick Birdy Valentine's Day Swap on Feb 11, 2011
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Comment: I wish I could give you more hearts than just the one. Thank you so so so much for your amazing swap! You were supposed to send just one item! I counted 3!!! That's a swap and 2 RAKS! :D I adore the little pouch you made - it's so perfect! And you gave me the moon :D And the best chocolate bar in the world!! You totally spoiled me. Thank you many many times!
Response: So glad you are enjoying it all! And I'm really glad the package got to you with all those stamps all over on it! The moon button seller is really nice, and I couldn't get over how cool the buttons are in person! You have the best Etsy favorites list!I bought the candy bar for you before I reread the swap description, and realized that it was technically a one thing swap. But to my defense, I thought the pouch was simply fulfilling this requirement of the swap: "and give your package a "lovely" look. (Valentine's Day isn't a big thing in every country, so just get creative and give the package your own personal look!)" Oh, and I'm really happy that it made it to you before Valentine's day!
crazypurplelady rated for VS-Bubble Wrap-ATC on Feb 5, 2011
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Comment: Wow, very nice & thanks for the extra's!!
Response: You're welcome--these were really fun to make--I had never stamped with bubble wrap before!
Pjevsen rated for VS-Dictionary Page ATC on Jan 31, 2011
5
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Comment: Thank you so much for the awesome ATC - I love it!
Response: You're welcome--I had fun making these!
gillman rated for VS-Vintage Cookbook ATC on Jan 28, 2011
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Comment: I love it! Thank you! Also love the way you packaged the ATC and extra ephemera....all those fun little surprises!...and the map envelope was awesome! Thanks again.
Response: I'm so glad you like it! Thanks for another great swap--you're a fabulous hostess :)

Rating Overview

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Comments

RBM3579 on Dec 14, 2011:

Hello: I found your Flickr site through swap-bot and I just wanted to let you know I am overwhelmingly inspired by your arts and craft. I learn and glean so much from studying what you do. I think you do BEAUTIFUL work. Thank you fro sharing.

Mello on Sep 26, 2011:

You are most welcome, but I can't believe it took two months to arrive in your Postbox!

SerenaKiti on Aug 28, 2011:

Contest

Thank you for your support!

orit on Jun 20, 2011:

I"m glad the postcard arrived :) Wish I could take all of my bird friends with me on trips :)

lovecupcakes on Apr 7, 2011:

Thanks for the cute strawberry with a face and drawstring pouch. It was very thoughtful of you to send a profile surprise!

dreamerkins on Feb 17, 2011:

The washi tape arrived today. it's beautiful! thank you again so much!

orit on Feb 13, 2011:

I just saw your note! You're very welcome! i'm happy you like the buttons :)

emsan on Dec 30, 2010:

Thanks so much for the sweet gifts for Eila! Everything is so cute! Hugs//Em

orit on Nov 24, 2010:

Can't wait for your Christmas swap to arrive!! I really must work on my swap this weekend..Christmas will be here in no time at all!

AmyMarie on Nov 23, 2010:

ZMACS Advent Matchbox WTA: Thank you so much! I like the option to hang it as an ornament. Everything is wonderful and I like it all. How do you make such a tiny inchies book? My fingers aren't that nimble. I appreciate the hand-carved stamp.

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