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Sylvia4647

Date Joined: November 9, 2009
Last Online: March 26, 2023
Birthday: September 12
Country: United States

About Me

I am recently retired and now have the time to truly stop and "smell the roses"! I was diagnosed with both breast and kidney cancers eleven years ago. What an adventure that was! Early detection saved my life and I have much to be thankful for. I am a fan of unique and antique items. More often than not I will find something interesting at an antique mall, flea market, or garage sale that will call out to me. I've purchased a multitude of dustable "treasures" that way. I enjoy decorating for all holidays, but Halloween is my favorite. I like to do counted cross stitch on aged linen using reproduction sampler patterns and/or primitive charts.

Favorite Music

Classical Music and Easy Listening

Favorite Books

Historical, How To Craft Projects, Home Decorating, Martha Stewart

Favorite Movies

Somewhere In Time, Gone With the Wind

Favorite Television

The Good Wife, Mad Men, Brothers and Sisters,

Favorite Crafts

Journals Vintage-type papers and embellishments, Cuttlebug folders, Tim Holtz items

JJJ: Let's Make Junk Journal - Vintage-type embellishments. I'm not of fan of "cutesy" themes.

Pets

I have two cats . . . Maggie and Molly.

Collections

Silhouettes, Halloween Items, Antiques, Leaded Glass, Butter Pat Plates, Vintage Buttons, Lace

Dislikes

I really dislike child-like stickers and/or stationery, loose or black teas, and postcards.

Likes

Children’s Book Illustrations, Sizzix Folders, Metal Die Cuts, Sari ribbon, Glassine Bags, Tim Holtz products, Cuttlebug Folders, Tim Holtz Thinlits, Silhouettes, Cross Stitch Needles, Vintage Stationery, Vintage Stickers, Antiques, ATC Supplies including protector sleeves, K&Company items, Craft Punches, Journals Vintage Prints, Botanical Prints, Snail Mail, Unique Paper Items, Ephemera, Lace, Favorite color - mauve

Ratings

stamparose rated for USAPC: One-Signature Junk Journal: April on Mar 25, 2023

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Comment: Great journal. Fun love it. Thank you

Response: I’m happy to know that you are happy with the journal that I sent winging your way. I enjoyed putting it together for you. Thank you for the rating . . . and the heart too!

AmookIslandCreations rated for USAPC: Altered Playing Card # 24 on Mar 15, 2023

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Comment: Thanks for this generous swap! I love your take on the subject of water! Thanks for the extras too! They will be put to good use in future swaps! Stay safe and healthy! Hugs from Alaska, Sherry

Response: I'm happy to know that you are enjoying the altered playing card that I created for you. This was a fun swap. Thank you for the rating . . . and the heart, too!

marymary914 rated for USAPC: Index Card Collage Art #25 on Mar 13, 2023

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Comment: Great IC! Thanks so much!

Response: I'm happy to know that you liked the index card that I created for you. This was a fun swap. Thank you for the rating . . . and the heart, too!

Rabbitfreedom rated for Halloween ATC that features a postage stamp on Mar 13, 2023

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Comment: Thanks for the great ATC and cool goodies!

Response: This was a fun swap. I enjoy Halloween projects. Thank you for the rating . . . and the heart, too!

isabellasnow rated for YTPC: One Page Wonder US ONLY - February on Mar 5, 2023

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Comment: Hello dear Sylvia! What an amazing piece you created for me! I love that butterfly paper, all the beautiful die cuts and the fantastic ephemera you included. Those photos absolutely look authentic and I LOVE the little notebook you created with the silhouette. Everything is just gorgeous. Thanks, too, for those bunny die cuts and the pretty flowered notecard. Wonderful swap!

Response: It’s always a pleasure to create something for you. It seems as though we like many of the same things. Thank you for the kind comments, rating . . . and heart, too! I look forward to meeting at the mailbox again.

KarlaKC rated for Ytpc: Tri Pocket Flatmail USA on Feb 24, 2023

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Comment: Thank you for the beautiful tri-pocket and ephemera you enclosed! This is really gorgeous and I'm going to love incorporating it into my journal. I also love the notecard of poppies you enclosed. I am going to be selfish and keep it and use it as a journaling spot in my journal! I'm even going to use your sweet little illustrated note on the thin paper in my journal. Too sweet! I loved how you printed on your envelope... Did that go through your printer or are those stamps? I love it! Very fun to see in my mail. Thank you! ♥️... Karla, 2/24/23

Response: I’m happy to know that you are enjoying the items that I sent winging your way. I truly enjoyed putting them together for you. The illustration on the envelope is something that I did on my printer. Found the picture on the internet. Thank you for the rating, kind comments . . . and heart, too!

hibiscus rated for USAPC: Index Card Collage Art #24 on Feb 15, 2023

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Comment: Great collage! I like so much that vintage picture of the little girl in the chair… every element well placed and just gave such a nice little vignette.. thank you … the extras were so appreciated.. loved the little box and that card .. great swap And yes I’m looking forward to the end of cold weather… bring on summer

Response: This was a fun swap. I’m fond of that little girl as well. I wonder what she has been up to! Thank you for the kind comments, the rating . . . and the heart, too! I look forward to meeting you at the mailbox again.

chimerix rated for USAPC: Altered Playing Card #23 on Feb 12, 2023

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Comment: Thank you for the neat APC. I like how you did a pocket on it. Just FYI - this is not actually a standard size card (2 1/2x3 1/2), it is a bridge size card (2 1/4x3 1/2). I like it just fine, but I thought you should know. And thanks for the extras to craft with. Aloha

Response: Thank you for letting me know why I wasn't able to earn a heart. Unfortunately, I have been getting hearts right along for something that I wasn't entitled to receive. I had no idea that there was such a thing as a bridge card. Now I know. Anyway . . . I did enjoy the process of making the card for you. It's too bad that I wasn't more aware of what was required.

Wended rated for MMHWH- Vintage Ephemera Swap #3 USA on Feb 11, 2023

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Comment: Hello Sylvia..Thank you for the beautiful ephemera you sent along. Happy swapping..

Response: I enjoyed putting the items together for you. Thank you for the rating . . . and the heart, too!

AJ73 rated for MMHWH - Send Some Vintage Book Pages #7 USA on Feb 8, 2023

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Comment: Thank you Sylvia. You sent me so much!! It was fun going through everything ! The envelopes are so cool. I love to tuck surprises in them. Such a variety of items are a very nice surprise. Hugs!! ,💌😸

Response: I’m always happy to find someone that likes the same things that I do. It doesn’t seem to happen that often. I’m happy to know that you are enjoying the items that I sent winging your way. Thank you for the rating . . . and the heart, too!

ScrapHappyGabi rated for Christmas 🎄 Themed Junk Journal on Feb 6, 2023

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Comment: Wow this is absolutely gorgeous and I love love LOVE that you created space for me to add so many memories to this beautifully crafted journal! I love the tuck spots, the belly bands, tags, pockets, envelopes, page marks and every single aspect of this precious keepsake! I am so in love!! Thank you !!!!! <3

Response: Thank you for the kind compliment. It’s always rewarding to know when a swap is warmly received. I enjoyed putting this together for you. Thank you for the rating . . . and the heart, too!

ellie rated for EPUSA: Good Mail #2 on Feb 5, 2023

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Comment: You deserve more than just one heart. I can't begin to tell you how happy receiving your swap made me. It certainly was good mail. . I don't know where to begin, from the die cuts to the bird houses and all the other goodies! I then comes the journal, many, many thanks and blessings.

Response: Thank you for the kind compliment. It’s always rewarding to know when a swap is warmly received. Thank you for the rating . . . and heart, too!

YooperHill rated for YTPC: One Page Wonder US ONLY - January on Jan 29, 2023

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Comment: OMG your note paper is AMAZING! I would love to know how you made it! Oh,& your swap….BEAUTIFUL, TY!

Response: Thank you for the kind compliment. I'm happy to know that you are enjoying the items that I sent winging your way. Thank you for the rating . . . and the heart, too!

JanHardt rated for Vintage Valentine on Jan 28, 2023

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Comment: Your valentine is just beautiful. The image you used is perfect. Thank you so much for an excellent swap.

Response: I'm happy to know that you liked the items that I sent winging your way. That makes me feel good. Thank you for the rating . . . and the heart, too!

papertreasures17 rated for USAPC: Index Card Collage Art #23 on Jan 19, 2023

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Comment: I just love what you did with this index card. So unique and pretty. Thank you. The goodies are appreciated. You have the prettiest notecards and the lace is beautiful. Many, many thanks. Happy you joined in! ❤️🥰

Response: I look forward to the index card collage art swaps. I’m happy to know that you are enjoying the items that I sent winging your way. Thank you for your kind comments, rating . . . and heart, too!

AmookIslandCreations rated for USAPC: Altered Playing Card #22 on Jan 18, 2023

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Comment: Thanks for this great APC and all the extras! They are wonderful! Stay safe and healthy! Hugs from Alaska, Sherry

Response: I’m happy to know that you are enjoying the items that I sent winging your way. I enjoyed putting the items together for you. Thank you for the rating . . . and the heart, too!

Trevismom rated for MMHWH - A Christmas Card and HappyMail #1 USA on Jan 3, 2023

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Comment: Hello Sylvia! I hope that you had a lovely holiday season! Thank you so much for the awesome pocket of goodies and Christmas card! Thank you especially for the candy cane story! I will definitely use it! Happy swapping! ❤

Response: I enjoyed putting this swap together for you and I’m especially happy to hear that you are enjoying it. Thank you for the rating . . . and the heart, too!

gerberdaisy rated for WIYM: Gift-wrapped SSS-DEC ‘22 (USA+) on Jan 3, 2023

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Comment: You played the tune of my heart, and sent me the sweetest little package. Thank you so much!

Response: I enjoyed putting this swap together for you and I’m more than pleased to know you are enjoying it. Thank you for the rating . . . and the heart, too!

Drea3nvy rated for YTPC: pocket pouches USA on Dec 31, 2022

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Comment: Thank you for the beautiful swap!

Response: I'm happy to hear that you liked the items that I sent winging your way. I enjoyed putting the swap together for you. Thank you for the rating . . . and the heart, too!

Wended rated for USAPC: One Signature Junk Journal: January 2023 on Dec 27, 2022

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Comment: What an exquisite journal you have made. I absolutely love it..It is exactly my style and I adore all the beautiful ephemera you have tucked in. Thank you for a wonderful swap.❤️❤️❤️

Response: Thank you for the kind compliments. I enjoyed putting this swap together for you. How nice it is that we like many of the same things. I look forward to meeting you at the mailbox again. Thank you for the rating . . . and the heart, too!

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