Kee-Rips I'm Late

I must confess this was a difficult swap for me and I kept putting it off because I could not think up something good but with a little inspiration I gott-er done and I must say... I am pleased. My apologies to my partner for my sluggishness. I hope she enjoys it as much as I did making it.

To my partner: The apron is wash and wear ready. Will not shrink stretch or fade. Don't be afraid to wear it. It is built to last. Machine wash and dry (low). The dish cloths are also made to use in the kitchen or bath. They wash up great and can be bleached if needed. The cool thing is that they will never get that yucky mildew smell like other dish cloths. If you are not familiar with knitted dish cloths they will shrink dry and stretch out when they are wet. The gloves are LATEX FREE so no worries there AND they will not make your hands sweat or get that yucky smell either. Use them anywhere, inside or outside. Just rinse and hang dry.

Hope you enjoy...

Elizabeth

Tweet for me, Apron swappers?

Hi ladies,

I know you're in the middle of wrapping up your GORGEOUS Cupcakes & Cherries & M.E. aprons, but I have a favor to ask. Will you please log into Twitter and tweet this for me:

"Hey @bookieboo! I want @ShawneeH to be the next #Mamavation Mom. She has my support! http://bit.ly/zqUxa Pls RT"

I'm trying to be selected as a Mamavation Mama, an exciting on-line weight loss boot camp opportunity. If you want to SEE what your Flirty Apron Swap Mama looks like, my application video is posted HERE. Don't laugh too hard~. =)

Don't forget to EMAIL ME YOUR TRACKING NUMBERS -- I'm exciting to follow all our lovely packages flying around the world!

Swap Goodies at Michaels

Check out all these goodies that fit PERFECTLY with our swap theme. Found them at Michaels!!


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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!!!

Sex and the City 2 - Cupcake Apron

Well, well, looks like Charlotte York could be in our swap, too! Check out that sweet Jessie Steele Cherry Cupcake apron she's sporting.

So, sign ups for our Cupcake & Cherries & M.E. apron swap end tomorrow night. If you really want to participate and you really can't sew, I could let you substitute one of these cuties ... don't ya think? Or, you can find lots of adorable handmade aprons over at Etsy.com that would meet the package requirements.

If you love creating special surprises and love getting surprise packages in the mail, sign up today! =)

PS - Shout out to everyone popping in from JSOnline. Hope you'll join this swap or come back soon to visit! Thanks, EllynAnne!!

PPS - I know that this apron is for sale at Anthoropologie. But, I'm a budget-minded gal and it's $10 less expensive at Amazon. And you can probably get free shipping. I'm just sayin'.

-Shawnee

Another Project Idea - Cupcake Pillow

Madelyn sent me the link to this cute Cupcake Pillow template. The directions are in the Spring issue of Stitch magazine.

I hope you're finding a project or two to work on while you're waiting for your partner match email. These little crafts take a package from nice to WOW!

Only THREE Days Left!

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Have you registered yet?? Only THREE more days to be part of the most exciting, cutest apron swap in ALL of blogland! Who doesn't love cupcakes?

Who hates cherries?

Who can resist Mary Engelbreit?

NOT ME!! Hopefully, not YOU either!

Do it!

Maybe you'll receive an apron like this ...

or this ...

Or maybe your partner will make or buy you one of these cool cupcake bracelets

Deadline to Register: May 30

Mail After: June 19

Mail Before: July 4

Create a handmade apron package that includes all three elements ... something cupcake-y, something with cherries, and something from (or that looks like it's from) Mary Engelbreit (aka M.E.). See the list on the swap side-bar for "tuck-in" suggestions and include at least three. 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.

REGISTER TODAY!!

Tuck In Idea -- Cupcake Penny Rug!

Ack! Look at this gorgeous Cupcake Celebration Candle Mat made penny rug-style with party hats and cupcakes that have cherries on top! This design belongs to ArenaJosephina at Etsy. Her shop is temporarily closed so we can't buy it but perhaps this someone could use this as a design inspiration. I am dying for my own penny rug these days, especially one this adorable!!