Partners Matched

Matches are sent --- can't wait to hear about new friendships made or current friendships strengthened.  PLEASE let me know if you need the email resent; I'm waiting for just a handful to confirm.

I need ONE more swapper for this round.  Let me know asap if you are interested! Welcome back, Amy K!!

Bring on the Ruffles!!!

-Shawnee

Waiting to hear from ...

Ladies --

I need to hear TODAY from the following ladies, that you got your partner email and are still playing:

Camilla S
Connie A
Cynthia S (need a blog link, too)
Debbie S
Johane L
Laura G
Lucy B
Mary Ann G
Melinda C
Teresa A

Thanks -- I want this to be the best swap ever, with everyone mailing lovely package nice and early.  This way we all still have plenty of time to enjoy the season and not to stress about this fun time!

Thank you!
Shawnee

Who are you?

Who is BEADGIRL and did you get your partner?  I saw a message/comment that you didn't but cannot find your email on your webpage or your real name to connect you with my spreadsheet...

If anyone thinks they signed up and haven't gotten a partner email from me, I need an email to shawneeh at yahoo dot com TODAY.

Thanks!!
Shawnee

Partner Assignment Replies GIVEAWAY

Okay swappers, I am hard at work, matching and sending out assignment emails today. Once you receive your assignment, the "rules" say you have 48 hours to reply in order to keep playing.

IF you are fast and reply within 24 HOURS, you will be entered into a drawing to win this gorgeous handmade tablecloth and napkins from fellow swapper Jen:

My next task will be to send out blog invitations so you can post your own pictures, sneak peeks, ideas - generally share your progress with everyone. No surprises will be ruined because you SEND to a one gal but RECEIVE from another.

And, some exciting news -- we will have about six or seven MORE giveaways. All I ask is that you regularly check this blog and always comment on the giveaway posts. Our sponsors are SO EXCITED to hear your feedback about their sites and products.

THANKS FOR PLAYING!! Gotta get back to my spreadsheet and working those matches!!

Partner Assignment Going Out Tonight

Heads up, ladies!! I'm sending out partner assignments in the order of registrations. So, first gal registered has already received her assignment - the first one would be Kerry, who registered before I even posted the details!!

You have 48 hours to reply to your assignment or the message will self-destruct!

Once I'm finished LATE tonight, my next post will be to announce the winner of the Silver Lining Designs giveaway and to announce our next prize offering. Stay tuned because you won't want to miss this one!

Check Your e-Mailbox and GIVEAWAY

CONGRATS TO WINNERS VAL, MELANIE AND BARB B!!



Partner matches are finally out. BE SURE to reply by Sunday so I know that you're still playing!! Be on the lookout for blog invitations next, so you can post your own pictures to this blog. We LOVE seeing pattern choices, fabric finds, works in progress ... whatever you are crafting for this swap, share!

Now is the time also be working on your "tuck ins" ... fun craft extras related to our theme. Send me any other tutorials that you find and I'll post them on the sidebar.

EVERYONE who replies by Saturday night can be entered into the drawing for one of Bev's Cherry Headbands! To Die For!!!



If you want to win one of these babies, REPLY to your partner assignment email AND reply to this post. Saturday Night is your contest deadline!
(Look how beautiful she is!!!)

Throw this easy, stylish and sassy head band/ hair tie on in a flash.....perfect for those days when your up-do is arguing and you still want to look stunning!

*Perfect for you rockabilly and pin~up kittens!*

Simply throw your locks up, wrap your tie around your head, and then tie with a simple 3~2~1 groovy granny knot! No slippage, to irritate us. No elastic to pull on us, and no pins to keep it positioned the way we want!

♥And these bad boys are REVERSIBLE! ♥

These cuties are made of either 100% cotton (or a mix therof), in a smoke free home! They measure approximately 33"L x 3.5"W, and are sewn by me! I am an experienced seamstress with 20yrs under my needle, and will only send you quality work!

Check out my store for other saucy designs!

http://stores.shop.ebay.com/Buxom-Bevies

Check out Bev's Shop, add her a Favorite Seller, and leave a comment below for an extra entry.

Leave a comment below about which is your favorite headband in Bev' s Shop for an extra entry.

THANKS, Bevie!!!

Polka Dot Pretties Partners Emailed

Okey dokey swappers, I finally kicked off my shoes ... sent off all 51 emails yesterday with secret partner information inside.  Please review the message and reply so I know that you are still playing.  I must hear from you by Monday night, 'k?

Happy Easter!

Partners Sent!

Judging from my full in box, most of you are already aware that partner matches have sent. For the remaining few, please check your email and REPLY so I know you're still playing.
My friend Amy gave me a cute bar toy ... a little holder for drink condiments similar to this picture I found. EVERYONE who replies by midnight tonight is still playing AND has a chance to win. (It will be slow-shipped cause its awkwardly shaped but you should have it for V-day!)

As soon as my home internet is back up, I will send blog invites and post your yummy drink recipes!!

Your Mission, Should You Choose to Accept It ...

Check your email boxes, ladies. Assignments are OUT! YEAH!! I need a reply within 48 hours to confirm that you are indeed playing this round.

And to confirm, this is a SECRET swap. You're making an apron for someone other than who is making one for you (in most cases). =) So, feel free to post pictures and hints galore. I'll be sending out blog invitations later today, so you can freely post fabric and pattern pictures and such on THIS site.

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas!!

Partners Sent! Winner Named! New Contest!!

OK ladies, I'm back to the land of the living! Partners for first-timers were sent on the 30th of June, and everyone else got their assignments today.

PLEASE reply by Wednesday so I know that you're still playing and you've received your partner.

I've heard from all my first-time swappers. Don't forget, your deadline is to have your package to me before July 20 along with postage to forward the package to your partner.

EVERYONE else ... July 20 is still the earliest to send, but I've extended the last day to mail until August 15, 2009.

AND, THE WINNER OF THE MOMOMADEIT APRON .....

AMY B from Nebraska!!!


NEW CONTEST:

The next amazing giveaway is for everyone who replies to the partner assignment email within 48 hours. I have a special gift package from the Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, their special Lucy's Chocolate line.

Ed from Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory is so generous and very intrigued by our swaps and social networking in general. FOR EXTRA ENTRIES, please leave comments below as to your favorite item from Rocky Mountain AND any tips for internet marketing. When I found this site, I though these goodies would be WONDERFUL add-ins for your swap package. LEAVE A COMMENT if you purchase anything from Ed and receive an extra FIVE (5) entries. LAST DAY TO COMMENT/ENTER is Thursday morning.

The Swapping Has Begun & Our 1st Giveaway

Be on the lookout ladies, the assignments are heading your way. I'm about halfway through my list, going in order of signing up. Blog author invitations have also been sent out.

Here's your bonus: EVERYONE who follows directions and answers within 48 hours is entered into a drawing for THE BOOK -- EllynAnne Geisel's newest The Kitchen Linens.EXTRA entries can be earned:
1 extra entry for going to EllynAnne's Apron Memories site and leaving her a positive comment (tell her Shawnee sent you) .. THEN come back and let me know you did.

1 extra entry for following either EllynAnne or me (ShawneeH) on Twitter ... leave a comment so I know.

1 extra entry for becoming a blog author ... leave a comment and I'll verify.

and lastly,
10 extra entries for purchasing EllynAnne's book (honor system here, just let me know -- don't forget if you purchase from Amazon using the link on our site here, the Flirty Apron Swap gets a small stipend, too) - you won't be sorry AND it makes a fun tuck-in to a swap package.

Deadline for entries is Monday at midnight!

Trick or Treat ... check your inbox

Trick or treat time!

Everyone check your inboxes --- I sent partners last night and very early this morning. You have 48 hours to reply and be entered into the drawing for the Pillowcase Pinnie Pattern from Jenna at The Make Do Merchantile!! Now THAT's a treat!

Isn't this Halloween apron cute? Laura made it for me last year, and started off my apron craze!! Yes, it's all her fault!