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vintervila

vintervila
Date Joined: February 7, 2008
Last Online: May 20, 2013
Birthday: April 11, 1984
Country: Italy
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About Me

May the 8th 2011: GOT MARRIED!

Thanks to all of you who sent me wishes, left comments here, wrote PMs: you rock!

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Hi! My name is Sara and I am an italian girl who lived in France for 6 years, then moved back to Italy. But I am currently thinking of getting back up there.

Here in Bologna I live with 2 little cats, Clio and Ernie, and my husband Sergio.

I'm catholic but I am pretty critical about the Catholic Church. I'm much more open minded than what it would force me to be...

I have a Master degree in History - which is of course one of my biggest interests within literature (I love reading).

When I was younger I always enjoyed writing and recieving colourful letters and I have been lately introduced to the great world of swapping...which has pushed me to improve my crafty skills. I mostly work with paper and fabric: I love making skirts, bags, purses, etc

About common swapping stuff, I like swapping stickers, hot drinks/tea (I drink hot stuff even in august ;), candies and chocolate, stationary, letter pad kits or sheets and everyting related to Sweden, Christmas and snow/wintry time. I recently discovered to enjoy decorating matchboxes and I am not that bad I have to say!

I love swapping and I always give my best to put nice packages together, which means that of course I ALWAYS send. If I am a couple of days late in sending, I always PM my partner. PLEASE contact me if you don't recieve a package from me, I am always ready to prepare a new one and re-send it.

cinnamoroll

Likes&dislikes

KAWAII stuff (my favorite carachters are Cinnamoroll, Mamegoma and My Melody). Where I live it's extremely hard to find kawaii stuff else than Hello Kitty. I don't like goth-dark kawaii stuff though, such as skulls or so.

CUTE STICKERS and DECOTAPES. I make a large use of stickers to decorate everything and for my paper creations (bookmarks, cards, letters, etc.). No stickers with animals if possible (I am not hard to please but I wouldn't use them that often).

BAKING GOODIES of any kind. I enjoy so much baking cookies, muffins, cakes, cupcakes and stuff but here in Italy we don't have as much baking nice goodies as you can find for instance inthe US. So if you send me anything to bake you'll make my day!

BOOKMARKS, both handmade and storebought. I sort of collect them, which means, I like to have a certain bookmark stock from which to choose the perfect one for the book I'm reading!

RIBBONS and FABRIC whole pieces or cut-offs. It means that I don't often buy them but I do use them for some creations. I could swap ribbons but not fabric. So, if you have some little pieces of ribbons and fabric you don't use, I'd be happy to use it!

CHRISTMAS RELATED ITEMS, like decorations, giftpaper, ribbons, boxes, stickers, recipes, anything you can think of that is related to Christmas!

HOT DRINKS like tea, hot chocolate, cider...Here in Italy we only have hot chocolate that has to be prepared with milk but I love the one that can be drunk with hot water! Much lighter! I also LOVE cider and here it doesn't exist. About tea, well, I have 3 tons of it but if you want to drop a teabag or two in your swap package I'll surely drink it :)

CANDIES, CHOCOLATE, JUNK FOOD from other places. Luckily I am a quite reasonable person! :) Here again, nothing mint-flavored (unless it's mint candies). And here I have to say that I try to boycot multinationals like Nestle, Mars and Coke. I am quite into fair-trade and ecology (and here you must be aware that I REUSE PACKAGING)

Flavors I really don't like: mint, banana, onion, garlic, ginger, rose.

On bottom you can read a small list of my favorite things to recieve from abroad

cinnamoroll

Favorite Books

I love reading and I dream of becoming a writer since I was a little child and I used to read Roald Dahl's books dozens of times. Growing up, I just kept on reading and reading hundreds of books. I enjoy european literature in general, and some great american authors such as Raymond Carver. Some of my favourite authors ever are Stig Dagerman, Heinrich Böll, Alberto Moravia, Marguerite Yourcenair. Being a history-lover, I also read historical books and magazines. I am a fan of Harry Potter as well! :o)

I also like comics. International comics I like are Calvin and Hobbes, Peanuts and Manga, but only Shojo ones (yet not too teenager-like).

I also love children's literature even if I am not a pro. My favorite author is Roald Dahl illustrated by Quentin Blake. I also love PEF and his lovely stories about hairy monsters and kids named Adolf ("My name is Adolf" made me cry...). I also love scandinavian literature, old and recent (Selma Lagerlof, Tove Jansson and her Moomins - I LOVE MOOMINS!). About famous illustrators, I guess that, after Quentin Blake, one of my favorite illustrator is Beatrix Potter.

cinnamoroll

Favorite Music

To name bands and singers everyone has heard about, I am a huge fan of Radiohead, Depeche Mode, Muse, Peter Gabriel, Pearl Jam and Sigur Ròs. To name a swedish band I just LOVE but that is less known, well, it's kent.

cinnamoroll

Favorite Movies

Some of my favourite movies ever: Le fabuleux destin d'Amélie Poulain, Titus, Festen, Birdy, Amadeus, The big Lebowski, The Blues Brothers, Four Rooms, The Royal Tenenbaums...

cinnamoroll

Tags

I always post when I recieve a tag in the sticky recieved threads in al the groups and I always PM or drop a profile comment to thank the sender. I'd be glad if you'd do the same if you expect something from me, just to reassure me about getting your package safely.

cinnamoroll

My Little Wishlist

There are few items that I tasted/recieved once and that I really enjoyed. I thought to write a little list here so that if the swap requires something specific or if you want to set a private swap, you can get few hints!

I enjoy swapping edibles and here are few things I really liked:

  • Kellogg's Pop Tarts! I really like them
  • Spiced Apple Cider
  • Nature Valley sweet and salty nut - Dark choc, peanuts and almonds bar
  • Hot Chocolate (no minty though)
  • Fruit Loops! They cheer me up!
  • Anything with chocolate and peanut butter!
  • Sweet pop-corns
  • Jell-O (my entire family loves that)
  • Devil's food chocolate cake mix
  • Muffin mixes
  • Cereal bars (expecially with nuts, PB, chocolate and strawberry) and the special ones like Larabar, Luna Bar, Clif Bar
  • Annie's bunny-shaped crackers (we all find them so cute, and very good, too)
  • Cadbury's Double Decker
  • Konnyaku Batake from Japan

Here are few things I currently need and like:

  • colorful and/or shaped buttons
  • Scrapbook embellishments
  • rubberstamps and ink pads
  • Decotapes
  • Decorated ziplock bags
  • Kawaii Mini letter sets or envelopes
  • Felt and Fabric pieces/FQ
  • Decorated/patterned papers (scrapbooking paper or not), even small pieces
  • iron-on appliques
  • plastic baggies/ziplocks, small size

Another thing I enjoy using are decorated address labels! If you can make nice ones PM me and we might set up a little flat exchange :)

Teas I love and can't get in Italy:

  • Tazo Vanilla Apricot White
  • Miesna Icewine tea

Thanks for reading!

cinnamoroll

Flakers

First of all, THANK YOU to all the angels who angelled some flaked swaps (you know who you are! :).

Flaked on:

Fears

I am afraid of insect. Any kind. All of them. I have a real phobia! Nothing to do with cuteness, though, so if you send me things like a cute ladybug sticker or spider-shaped confetti for halloween I'll like them! :)

My family

I have thought to add few lines about my family because sometimes I like to swap for them.

My husband, Sergio: he loves cinema, his favorite movie ever is The Night Warriors. He loves underground hip-hop (Beastie Boys, Gravediggaz, GangStarr, Raekwon, Keith Murray, Ol' Dirty Bastard, MethodMan,Ghostface Killah, Mobb Deep..). He wears hip-hop t-shirts (size M) with small writes on it; he also collects small car models. He enjoys reading and learning new things, he's very curious. He is a wine expert. EDIBLES: he's quite picky. He might like plain licorice, tic-tacs, mints or fruity hard candies.

My mom, Enza: she likes reading a lot and she uses journals or notebooks to write her thoughts in. She also likes travelling, french language and french culture. She doesn't understand english, though. She enjoys cooking, expecially meat, veggies, soups. EDIBLES: She loves Fruit Leathers, Gummy Candy and Sour Candy, Apple Cider, fruity Cereal Bars, Spices, Caramel anything (expecially puddings).

My dad, Gianguido: he loves travelling and discovering new places and new cultures. He loves bike travelling and he is member of a bike club. EDIBLES: He loves Apple Cider, too, and chocolate.

My sister Sissi: she loves reading and travelling, she's an artist and enjoys taking photos, painting, creating in general with any sort of craft. Her favorite animals are cats and rabbits. She also loves fun t-shirts such as the ones at Threadless.com. She LOVES Starbucks, that doesn't exist in italy, so anything from Starbucks would make her day. Her main passion within photography is music. Her favorite band is Radiohead. EDIBLES: She enjoys Gummy Candy, Sour Candy, Caramel, Coconut, French Vanilla scented items (i.e. coffee or chocolate), toffee, and Marshmallows, expecially the MINI ones. I would LOVE to offer her some Annie's bunny shaped gum candy so thanks in advance if you can swap or send some my way :)

cinnamoroll

Ratings

bexx rated for WIYM Scavenger Hunt on May 18, 2013
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Comment: Thank you so much for the items that you sent. :) It was all such a wonderful surprise. I can't wait to try the tea tonight!
Response: Oh, you're welcome! I'm so glad you liked the whole swap :) Enjoy!
Tatsu rated for Phoenix Rising: Just One Word!!! on May 14, 2013
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Comment: <3 Can't wait for the second part of the swap. :)
Response: 8D
Tatsu rated for Phoenix Rising Postcard: January on May 4, 2013
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Comment: Yay! I just got the postcard today - I'll be sipping on my tea in just a minute (you're right, cinnamon IS perfect for fall. yum!) -but I'm off to bed. I just love, love , love the stickers- such a lovely bunch of teddies.
Response: ^_^ <3
Eveline rated for Paper Goods swap on May 3, 2013
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Comment: I really loved the notebook and I can imagine that it is a real joy to shop in that store! Thank you for the nice stuff!
Response: So relieved it arrived!! And that you enjoyed it. Yes that place is really cool. I am also replying to your recent PM (sorry)
clillebakken89 rated for Profile surprise 15 on May 2, 2013
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Comment: Thank you so much for the profile surprises. I have to say my favorite has to be the umbrella earrings. I have been looking at a pair that were similar for months now. I love them and am already wearing them now. Thank you so much for everything. :)
Response: I was sure you'd have loved them :) Glad to know you enjoyed my swap :)
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Comment: I loved your answer to #74.
Response: Haha thanks :)
grimmlynn rated for Phoenix Rising: Just One Word!!! on Apr 29, 2013
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Comment: Such interesting answers! I enjoyed reading them all!
Response: Thank you!
neca84 rated for Phoenix Rising: Just One Word!!! on Apr 28, 2013
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Comment: what a fantastic swap I really enjoyed reading your answers
Response: It was indeed!
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Comment: I really enjoyed reading your answers, Sara! I think we are uncommon, "the winter lovers". ;-) I liked thinking about your Venice answer. Thanks for sharing about yourself!
Response: I am SO hoping to live in Venice :) Winter lovers are uncommon but...very nice people :D
loricritt rated for Phoenix Rising: Just One Word!!! on Apr 23, 2013
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Comment: We had many similar answers. Sounds like you need to write a book. Thanks!
Response: Haha yep!
Tommie rated for Your Country Matchbox on Apr 19, 2013
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Comment: irtalia! i love what you put together for me :) thank you!
Response: Glad to hear that! ciao! :)
ChinaCat rated for Phoenix Rising: Just One Word!!! on Apr 18, 2013
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Comment: I loved your answers, Sara!
Response: I loved giving them too ;) And reading the others' ones!
kizmet rated for Phoenix Rising: Just One Word!!! on Apr 18, 2013
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Comment: Grazie mille per il questionario Sara =) E' sempre bello imparare delle cose nuove su di te! *hugs*
Response: E' stato uno swap molto divertente!
VintageVoyage rated for Rubberstamp Destash on Apr 17, 2013
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Comment: Thank you!!
Response: Enjoy :)
SweetClementine rated for Five Themes - One Surprise on Apr 13, 2013
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Comment: What a lovely bird and flower wreath you made for me. Thank you, Sara! I plan to hang it in my craft room when I declutter our spare bedroom and convert it to MY space. :-) Thank you also for the lovely bottle of balsamic. We LOVE it and are looking forward to opening it soon. I'm thinking of dressing on a spinach salad to start with. Mmmm. Thank you!
Response: Phew! I was so worried about the balsamic vinegar. I wanted to send it but I also worried about being enough safely wrapped. Seems it was. I am really sorry for the long delay and I am happy to know you appreciated my SLOW crafting effort :)
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Comment: Thank you so much for your generosity on this special Easter swap, Sara! The cake was gone in mere minutes. Yum! My daughter seriously loved it and would have eaten it all if I hadn't insisted that she share. We're looking forward to the chocolate egg too. Thank you!!!
Response: It's amusing how you and Kari seem to love this special cake XD I shall consider to send out a big one...! I loved the owl themed wrapping of the egg but I hope the surprise inside will please your kids as well ;)
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Comment: Well, looks like winter is not giving up just yet so enjoy it while it lasts. :) And happy April birthday! ;)
Response: Oh yes it is still very cold, and I caught a bad cold as well :( Thanks for the wishes ^^
mejulia rated for Easter Scavenger Hunt on Mar 27, 2013
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Comment: What a fun package, thank you.
Response: Glad you enjoyed the items. Happy Easter!
ema819 rated for Brighten Your Day swap on Mar 23, 2013
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Comment: Thank you very much for your selection!! Best wishes!
Response: You're welcome!
mamarochat rated for Letterset Swap on Mar 15, 2013
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Comment: Thank you for the letter sets and cute stickers.
Response: You are very welcome

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Comments

anicka22 on Apr 24, 2013:

Thank you very much for the decotapes you send for my wishlist!

biasbabe on Apr 11, 2013:

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Hope your birthday is awesome

From the Cheap postage Swaps, Tags and Fun

SweetClementine on Apr 6, 2013:

Hi Sara! I wanted to let you know that a BIG package from you arrived this morning. I haven't opened it yet but will be home later today to do it. I know you keep your fingers crossed until your swaps arrive, so I just wanted to let you know you can uncross them and breathe deeply now! Thank you!!!

Moni on Mar 31, 2013:

Thanks for the beads for my march wish, love them and can sure use them!

renate on Mar 29, 2013:

thanks for the papers from my wish on wishlist group

MichelleWillow on Mar 28, 2013:

Hi Sara! Thank you for lovely non-touristy PCs towards my March wish on wishlist group!

itsjessme on Feb 23, 2013:

Thank you soooo Much for the profile suprise tag!!!!I love all my new goodies.I was having a crappy day yesterday and opening your package brought a much needed smile to my face.

elluzki on Jan 29, 2013:

Thank you for the looooovely handmade envelopes, i really love them!

sugaraddict on Jan 14, 2013:

Hey there! I'm hosting a Valentine Baking Swap which I thought you might enjoy :) Do pop by and check it out if it interests you yea.. Thanks!!

twistedriver on Jan 1, 2013:

Ooowh, that's weird, because it does say sent in my mailbox. Oh well. Thank you at least for saying, and I'll send again right away (:

Happy New years!! (:

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