Registration Deadline: August 4 (Shawnee's 25th Anniversary)
Partners Sent: August 6
NEW Swappers: mail to Shawnee before August 24
All Others Mail After: August 25
But Mail Before: September 1
Okay ladies, this new swap is a bit different from my usual theme. But, I hope you will play along. Good job, Karen, Jena and Lori, who correctly guessed the theme from my little hint! "Back to the Future" is one of my favorite movies and this is the 25th Anniversary of the original movie. In a strange coincidence (LOL), it is also MY 25th Anniversary. My sweet hubby Mikey and I got married as little 20-year-olds on August 4, 1985 - which was also Mikey's birthday! My favorite bit of "Back to the Future" trivia is the significance of the date Marty "goes back" ... October 26, 1985, was the end of Daylight Savings Time that year - when most of America went "back in time," too!
Now, at first I wasn't sure how my favorite film might lend itself to an apron but then my son pointed out all the possibilities because of the eras represented. And he's right - you could create a poodle-skirt-apron from the 50s; an 80's pop-style-bubble-bottomed apron; or get even more creative with an apron highlighting items from the movie --- I'm personally DYING for a Flux Capacitor apron! LOL!! But I really think a "futuristic" theme would be fun ... check out this cool pin-up fabric I just bought off Etsy from CraftyKathleen:
In this swap, you will create a handmade apron package based on "Back to the Future" Your apron can be movie-themed, 50's retro, 80's pop, or Futuristic! You will include at least three "tuck-ins" and must include one from each era: the 50s, the 80s, and the 21st century . All items must be new or be in "good as new" condition if they are thrifted or re-gifted. As always, make your package pretty … wrap it in tissue, tie it up with a cute bow, and include a personal little note card please.
If you have anything you'd like to donate for a giveaway, just let me know and I'm happy to highlight your shop or blog in exchange.
Normal rules apply (aka you and I will be email buddies)
Email me four times:
#1 - within 48 hours of assignment to keep playing
#2 -when you send your package WITH TRACKING NUMBER
#3 -when you receive your package
#4 -cc me on your thank you email (can combine with #3)
Here's a button that you can put on your blog to help spread the word. The more people involved in the swap, the more fun it will be!
you gotta hop out of your reader to get the code!
so get out there spread the word and let's have some fun!!
Someone tell me I am not the first to comment here..I was going to take a bit of a break from aprons but I cannot NOT do this one..got me Shawnee! I sent in my registration!
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Sent in my registration. Let's do this!
ReplyDeleteOkay this theme scared me and I was stumped for ideas at first! After a quick search for inspiration I've decided to take the plunge, so I'm in! Wish me luck!
ReplyDeleteSigned up and in need of that pinup fabric!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the Invite:)
ReplyDeleteI also registered my Mom!
What a Fun idea for an Apron♥
I thought hard and hard about this subject. I finally came up with an idea and ordered the fabric. I'm a little stumped with one of the tuck in's, but will get it all worked out. The other 2 tuck in's were easy. I'm excited about this theme now.
ReplyDeleteSomehow this kind of comment box was here and it's the kind I can comment in.
ReplyDeleteim super exited about this swap!!!
ReplyDeleteI just signed up! I haven't done a swap in a year, so I'm very excited!
ReplyDeleteHmmm. I was going to pass on this one as it's a bit more challenging than the past swaps. But I decided to go for the challenge. I'm in! Now I'm off to spread the word.
ReplyDeleteWe got married Jan, 1986 so aren't that far from you! It will be our 25th, too!! Just an FYI
ReplyDeleteoh i'm so on the fence for this one. Only because I have so much work travel in August and Junior League training. time I need time...anyone know where I can get more time? errr.
ReplyDeleteCrazy Amy
ReplyDeleteMaybe we should all just assimilate. I think I will make you a Borg apron.
@ Country Club Kats - can you make me clone apron? i could sure stand to be at two places at once this month! ;D
ReplyDeleteAs always, i cant say no to Shawnee's swaps!! im in :D
ReplyDeleteI registered and this will be my first Flirty Apron swap. I love the Back to the Future movies!
ReplyDeleteMy, why haven't more signed up? I am shocked at the small number so far. Come on...let's get the word out about this and get more to join :-)
ReplyDeleteI too loved the movies and actually got to see the car on display recently but the theme is a little challenging but I signed up. Thanks Shawnee - You are AWESOME!
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ReplyDeleteHappy 25th Shawnee!!! I can't wait another 2 days for our partners....
ReplyDeleteSo bummed I missed the registration date. Will have to wait till next time!
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