Penpals, Scrapbookers, Postcard Artists and Other Creative Types

[Gemme]

My package arrived and it was lovely. Thank you to all. I would like to know who sent the yellow one, as mine had no name on it.

thank you to Jennifer for the welcome. I get busy and I introvert.

Has anyone ever heard of this? International Correspondance writing month? It is February. You write a letter a day. They even have a list of people around the world you can write to. http://incowrimo.org/

I thought about that after the fact. I did the yellow hearts.

[nanners]

One small mix up on my part...GeorgiaMa'am received one of her own cards back...so there is someone that didn't get one from her. Does anyone thin they may not have gotten one from her? If so, she is willing to send it to you if you can let her know.
I'm sorry for the mess up...that's what I get for dividing things up with a fever....:winky:

[Bèsame*]

I have an idea for a new project....

what about face masks? Think Mardi Gras, masquerade mask (50 Shades). Of course not a real size but a scaled down version. Let me know if this subject appeals to anyone, I can put out some specifics later, if we want to do this.

http://image.dhgate.com/albu_461669682_00/1.0x0.jpg

[Breathless]

oh now that looks like a lot of fun!!!



I have an idea for a new project....

what about face masks? Think Mardi Gras, masquerade mask (50 Shades). Of course not a real size but a scaled down version. Let me know if this subject appeals to anyone, I can put out some specifics later, if we want to do this.

http://image.dhgate.com/albu_461669682_00/1.0x0.jpg

[nanners]

This looks like fun Besame*! I'd like more details like dates, postage costs, how many we'd be making etc.

[clay]

LOVE this idea, Besame'. Great project idea.

I, too, want to know more details.....thanks!!!

[Bèsame*]

Ok, a few more details...

I'm thinking the size of your cell phone. ( as I look at my phone, I know everyone's is different, so size stats could come later)
The pic I posted looks 3D, ours could be flat, if you choose. Just cut out eyes to look mask-like.
Materials to use, paper, stickers, colors, glitter(rules will follow for glitter use), beads, buttons, what ever you wanted.
I've seen fancy masks, masks that look abstract, animal looking, etc...all kinds.
Timeframe..3 weeks or so?

This is just a general list of details...I can do more specific write up later.

Still interested???

[nycfem]

I'm interested. We did masks once before as part of decorating for a BFP reunion and they were one of the best projects ever! I'd love to do them again. I'd like to be able to use the pre-made masks from Michael's or wherever and decorate them OR homemade if the person desires (wants to save on costs, etc.). I like the cell phone size idea. I'd like if glitter has to be sealed if used because I really can't stand glitter getting over me when I open a package. I'm thinking it might be nice to have a full month to work on since they can take awhile, just a thought. I had totally forgotten about masks as a project and how much fun they were to decorate and look forward to the idea of doing them again!

[candy_coated_bitch]

Does anywhere carry small masks around the size of a cell phone you just have to decorate?

[clay]

I'm interested. We did masks once before as part of decorating for a BFP reunion and they were one of the best projects ever! I'd love to do them again. I'd like to be able to use the pre-made masks from Michael's or wherever and decorate them OR homemade if the person desires (wants to save on costs, etc.). I like the cell phone size idea. I'd like if glitter has to be sealed if used because I really can't stand glitter getting over me when I open a package. I'm thinking it might be nice to have a full month to work on since they can take awhile, just a thought. I had totally forgotten about masks as a project and how much fun they were to decorate and look forward to the idea of doing them again!

I did remember us making those masks for BFP Reunion that year! It was soooo much fun. I believe the masks were then "raffled" off & were used as table settings as well...

I am all in favor of the small (cellphone size ones) too!!

I am also not fond of glitter unless sealed somehow, like nycfem says. I hate opening something & it gets all over the place......sorry for the glitter gals. I am down so long as it is clear coated over or sealed somehow..:).

I agree a month at the least to have time as these can be detailed!!

This sounds like an incredibly fun project!!

[clay]

Definitely!!!!Ok, a few more details...

I'm thinking the size of your cell phone. ( as I look at my phone, I know everyone's is different, so size stats could come later)
The pic I posted looks 3D, ours could be flat, if you choose. Just cut out eyes to look mask-like.
Materials to use, paper, stickers, colors, glitter(rules will follow for glitter use), beads, buttons, what ever you wanted.
I've seen fancy masks, masks that look abstract, animal looking, etc...all kinds.
Timeframe..3 weeks or so?

This is just a general list of details...I can do more specific write up later.

Still interested???

[clay]

Does anywhere carry small masks around the size of a cell phone you just have to decorate?

I found some....on Oriental Trading Company.....link posted below....


http://www.orientaltrading.com

[Gemme]

Does this mean that Tommi isn't going to present an idea? If not, your idea sounds like fun and something a little outside of the box, Besame.

[nycfem]

Clay, what a great idea- Oriental Trading. They always have everything. I looked under "DIY masks" and found cool options. CCB, by cell phone sized, I think what Besame means is "half masks" -just the eyes vs. the whole face and also they couldn't get so wild that they are huge, lol. I do think any big chain local craft store would have these masks.

[nycfem]

I love "Tommi projects" too- so hopefully Tommi will be back anytime to wrangle. I think it's too late for Valentine's Day given the date, though. Unless it was a general "love themed" project or something not due by Valentine's Day!

[clay]

Clay, what a great idea- Oriental Trading. They always have everything. I looked under "DIY masks" and found cool options. CCB, by cell phone sized, I think what Besame means is "half masks" -just the eyes vs. the whole face and also they couldn't get so wild that they are huge, lol. I do think any big chain local craft store would have these masks.

YVW nyc! They have the plain, generic shaped half masks as well..same price for 24 masks of $3.79

I think this will be a super cool idea!! Now...let's get the mardi started...lol

BTW nyc I LOVBE You more!!

[nanners]

Besame, I'd call this a GO! Yes, please post specifics and a sign up!

[candy_coated_bitch]

No offense, but I asked Tommi to present details of a project ten days ago. I that's ample time to come back to the thread with an idea. Besame has a cool idea, I say we go with it.

[Tommi]

Does this mean that Tommi isn't going to present an idea? If not, your idea sounds like fun and something a little outside of the box, Besame.

Hi Gemme, I'm Interested in participating, not wrangling :mohawk:
/ :hangloose:

[Tommi]

I have an idea for a new project....

what about face masks? Think Mardi Gras, masquerade mask (50 Shades). Of course not a real size but a scaled down version. Let me know if this subject appeals to anyone, I can put out some specifics later, if we want to do this.

http://image.dhgate.com/albu_461669682_00/1.0x0.jpg

Great idea. Yes.
Recalling the BFP Reunion Masks were Zombie /skull related and were fantastic, and yes they went home with attendees.

[cara]

Masks sound like a fun project. I will need to sit this one out, though. We're in the process of buying/selling homes, moving, and new job. I'd love to see photos of the final projects.

❤ & 🎨

Cara

[Bèsame*]

I'll get a sign up list up in the next couple of days...I'm in busy mode at work.

[clay]

Thank you for the update!
PLEASE add me to the signup when you put your name, Besame'...please?! Thank you!! I appreciate it!! I am not able to sign myself up on the lists ever.....:(.




I'll get a sign up list up in the next couple of days...I'm in busy mode at work.

[clay]

The Oriental Trading Company has several designs for the DIY half masks.

I LOVED the idea of getting the 4 differing designs, BUT as my sweetheart noticed & mentioned...these designs have the raised bridge of nose in them....so will make for difficulty shipping these designs AND would have to be shipped in boxes to keep their shapes...so the overall shape & design is going to be an important factor in choosing which ones to decorate.

When the guidelines are posted, this should be a consideration so far as expense & shipping goes.

We have ordered the 24 pack of the plain flat ones, just for this reason....24 was $4.79 or so....

Just offering some helpful FYI....:)

[Bèsame*]

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Find a mask and wear it well.
So your true identity no one can tell.

Yay! New project! Get your creativity flowing. Let's make masquerade masks!

Your theme is your desire. Create one from the start or use a pre-cut one. The size should not be much bigger than 6x3. One should be made for each person who signs up.

Use any material you wish. Please take inconsideration the cost of mailing. I'll be asking for a dollar for each mask made to cover postage. Example, you make 3, it's $3 for mailing. 5 is $5.00, 7 is $7.00. You get the idea. Just watch the sign up list and include postage accordingly.

There will be a disclaimer.... If you choose to use glitter, which is allowed, please secure the glitter from spreading, by putting each one into a zip lock baggy.

So find, the glue, stickers, stamps, jewels, beads, feathers, ribbons, and anything you find in that craft box!
Time frame, 4 weeks. Due Feb 28th, and they will be late if not received by March 8th.


****please refer to the 2017 craft rules regarding due dates. It's in full view on post #5875, dated 11-3-16.

Sign ups start now...ready set go..

1. Besame*
2. Clay
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.

[nanners]

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Find a mask and wear it well.
So your true identity no one can tell.

Yay! New project! Get your creativity flowing. Let's make masquerade masks!

Your theme is your desire. Create one from the start or use a pre-cut one. The size should not be much bigger than 6x3. One should be made for each person who signs up.

Use any material you wish. Please take inconsideration the cost of mailing. I'll be asking for a dollar for each mask made to cover postage. Example, you make 3, it's $3 for mailing. 5 is $5.00, 7 is $7.00. You get the idea. Just watch the sign up list and include postage accordingly.

There will be a disclaimer.... If you choose to use glitter, which is allowed, please secure the glitter from spreading, by putting each one into a zip lock baggy.

So find, the glue, stickers, stamps, jewels, beads, feathers, ribbons, and anything you find in that craft box!
Time frame, 4 weeks. Due Feb 28th, and they will be late if not received by March 8th.


****please refer to the 2017 craft rules regarding due dates. It's in full view on post #5875, dated 11-3-16.

Sign ups start now...ready set go..

1. Besame*
2. Clay
3. Nanners
4.
5.
6.
7.




I think this sounds like so much fun!!

[Breathless]

Sign ups start now...ready set go..

1. Besame*
2. Clay
3. Nanners
4. Breathless
5.
6.
7.

[nycfem]

Sign ups start now...ready set go..

1. Besame*
2. Clay
3. Nanners
4. Breathless
5. nycfem (Jennifer)
6.
7.

This will be so fun. I took a page from Clay and got some blanks on Oriental Trading for 3.79 with free shipping. Score!

[nycfem]

Sign ups start now...ready set go..

1. Besame*
2. Clay
3. Nanners
4. Breathless
5. FireSignFemme
6. nycfem (Jennifer)
7.

[nycfem]

Little note: if you make me a glitter one, please seal the glitter. Please and thank you.

[candy_coated_bitch]

Sign ups start now...ready set go..

1. Besame*
2. Clay
3. Nanners
4. Breathless
5. FireSignFemme
6. nycfem (Jennifer)
7. CCB

[candy_coated_bitch]

This will be so fun. I took a page from Clay and got some blanks on Oriental Trading for 3.79 with free shipping. Score!

I just ordered the same masks!!! I'm so excited.

[Bèsame*]

I forgot to add a sign up cut off date...

Please sign up before...Wednesday Feb 8th, 2017. The sooner you sign up the more time you get to create masquerade madness!

[clay]

Little note: if you make me a glitter one, please seal the glitter. Please and thank you.

Ditto for clay, too...please?! Thank you all so much for always being so considerate. This is an amazingly wonderful group!!!

[nycfem]

Just bumping the sign up for the mask project being wrangled by Besame:

Sign ups start now...ready set go..

1. Besame*
2. Clay
3. Nanners
4. Breathless
5. FireSignFemme
6. nycfem (Jennifer)
7. CCB
8.
9.

[candy_coated_bitch]

Did anyone's masks come in the mail yet? I'm worried about time already lol.

[nycfem]

Did anyone's masks come in the mail yet? I'm worried about time already lol.

Mine havent yet.

[nycfem]

I think they are supposed to arrive in a few days.

[nanners]

Mine did. They're pretty fast.

[nycfem]

My masks arrived today. They're dope.

[nycfem]

Today is the cut off date, so it looks like we have 6 masks to make if no one else signs up before midnight...

[Bèsame*]

Today is the cut off date, so it looks like we have 6 masks to make if no one else signs up before midnight...

Big thanks to those who have signed up!!!

I hope your creativity is running wild to masquerade this month!

[candy_coated_bitch]

I was out of town for a few days and when I came back my masks were here! I even think I have an idea! Time to get cracking.

[Bèsame*]

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[nycfem]

Please no feathers for me (and no unsealed glitter- but that last part is old news).

[nycfem]

How's everyone's masks going?

I scrapped the oriental trading masks. They just ultimately felt too kiddie cardboard to me.

I went to a Party City and got some real masks that are comfy on the face (like 99 cent each) and then have been working on decorating them. I like the way they are coming out. They involve a lot of glued on parts and I've been using good old Elmers so I hope they stay strong, but I've been using a lot of glue, so I think they might.

I'm really pleased with how they are coming out. My theme is "rainbow gay color bright" and I feel like they even look kind of professional. I'm excited. Making masks is soooo much fun! This is a great project!

[nycfem]

BTW, I'd love feedback to hear if my decorations stay on. It's helpful to know what works and what doesn't, so don't be shy :). You can even tell me right on the thread. "Eek! Your mask self-destructed!" It's good to know these things!

[candy_coated_bitch]

I'm totally staying with the Oriental Trading masks. I like that they're flat, I think they're easier to work with. I've completed two masks so far and am liking how they're coming along. I feel I have some momentum going. I might even work on them tonight if I can't sleep!

[FireSignFemme]

Hurray, hurrah weather improving so art supplies are finally trickling in. Now I can relax, get that Valentine’s Day gift promised to someone special in the mail and then begin working on craft stuff. Though I was beginning to sweat it with the way the weather has been, now with things trickling in and enough craft supplies on hand to get started I’m no longer worried about finishing everything up on time. What a relief, now on to the fun part! :)

[candy_coated_bitch]

I'm almost done with my masks! At first I thought I'd hate them but they evolved and I like them now. I have a few finishing touches then done. And yes, they have glitter. Perfectly sealed. ;)

[FireSignFemme]

It’s been craft city around here today-with only six masks to make I wondered if ordering the group pack was going to be overkill. Good thing I did. I had no idea it was going to be this difficult. First pass around well I don’t think I’ve made anything that ugly out of paper since elementary school. However sometimes I like a good challenge so I practiced and practiced. Now I’ve got two completes/ready to send and the remaining four half done so maybe I’ll be able to wrap this up tomorrow or the next. I’m wondering how everyone else is doing and if anyone has shipped out already?

[Bèsame*]

Ok, I've started on the masks. I've had ideas and had to streamline them. I tend to want to do everything. I also make mine in an assembly line mode..lol.

So in my mind, I start with this step and then move on. Let's say they are cut out and there will be lots of glueing tomorrow. Iron on glue, spray glue and white glue. Tacky fingers! Ticky, tacky little gooey mess! (Insert, song...Little Boxes..)

P.s. my masks are flat too!

[Bèsame*]

Does anyone need my address??

[FireSignFemme]

Does anyone need my address??

Not if you haven't moved since Christmas but if you have, then uh huh big time.

[candy_coated_bitch]

Does anyone need my address??

I do please! I never keep them.

[clay]

Mine will be done by this afternoon & nanners will mail ours out together!

I am flying back to Fla this evening....:(.

Thank you Besame' for this great project idea!!!

[candy_coated_bitch]

Besame, please pm me your address when you get a chance. My masks are ready to go out. Sorry if I'm being a pest!

[amiyesiam]

February is International Correspondence writing Month. Any Pen Pal people who would like a letter/card PM me your address. Pen Pal thread peeps only please.

[FireSignFemme]

Masks are finished. Now I'm just waiting for some extras to arrive so I can mail out. The blanks were smaller than I expected.Too small to fit not all, but most adults I'd imagine. Rather than try and make them wearable instead just focused on making them decorative. The backs are unfinished. Though the basic shape is the same I did make them in different colors just for fun. Below are descriptions of the six available. Add your screen name after the color choice you prefer and it's yours. Here are the choices -

1. Blue and Light Blue (low glitter) -
2. Rose and pink (low glitter) -
3. Light Blue and purple (med glitter) -
4. Purple and Light Purple (med glitter) -
5. Green and Gold (heavy glitter) -
6. Hot pink and Purple (heavy glitter) -

P.S. These are not exact descriptions only generalizations. My sons argue with me all the time about whether something is as I see it purple, or as they see it blue.

[candy_coated_bitch]

Masks are finished. Now I'm just waiting for some extras to arrive so I can mail out. The blanks were smaller than I expected.Too small to fit not all, but most adults I'd imagine. Rather than try and make them wearable instead just focused on making them decorative. The backs are unfinished. Though the basic shape is the same I did make them in different colors just for fun. Below are descriptions of the six available. Add your screen name after the color choice you prefer and it's yours. Here are the choices -

1. Blue and Light Blue (low glitter) -
2. Rose and pink (low glitter) -
3. Light Blue and purple (med glitter) -
4. Purple and Light Purple (med glitter) -
5. Green and Gold (heavy glitter) -
6. Hot pink and Purple (heavy glitter) - CCB

P.S. These are not exact descriptions only generalizations. My sons argue with me all the time about whether something is as I see it purple, or as they see it blue.

................

[nanners]

Masks are finished. Now I'm just waiting for some extras to arrive so I can mail out. The blanks were smaller than I expected.Too small to fit not all, but most adults I'd imagine. Rather than try and make them wearable instead just focused on making them decorative. The backs are unfinished. Though the basic shape is the same I did make them in different colors just for fun. Below are descriptions of the six available. Add your screen name after the color choice you prefer and it's yours. Here are the choices -

1. Blue and Light Blue (low glitter) Clay
2. Rose and pink (low glitter) - nanners
3. Light Blue and purple (med glitter) -
4. Purple and Light Purple (med glitter) -
5. Green and Gold (heavy glitter) -
6. Hot pink and Purple (heavy glitter) - CCB

P.S. These are not exact descriptions only generalizations. My sons argue with me all the time about whether something is as I see it purple, or as they see it blue.

Thanks for asking!

[Breathless]

Originally Posted by FireSignFemme View Post
Masks are finished. Now I'm just waiting for some extras to arrive so I can mail out. The blanks were smaller than I expected.Too small to fit not all, but most adults I'd imagine. Rather than try and make them wearable instead just focused on making them decorative. The backs are unfinished. Though the basic shape is the same I did make them in different colors just for fun. Below are descriptions of the six available. Add your screen name after the color choice you prefer and it's yours. Here are the choices -

1. Blue and Light Blue (low glitter) Clay
2. Rose and pink (low glitter) - nanners
3. Light Blue and purple (med glitter) - Breathless
4. Purple and Light Purple (med glitter) -
5. Green and Gold (heavy glitter) -
6. Hot pink and Purple (heavy glitter) - CCB

[candy_coated_bitch]

I'm having a minor rhinestones issue. They are all affixed now but two. The masks should be ready to go tomorrow. I bought the postage at the po today so I should be good to go!

How's everyone else doing?

[FireSignFemme]

[QUOTE=candy_coated_bitch;How's everyone else doing?[/QUOTE]

Mine are done and ready to ship. Didn't want to wait and risk maybe not meeting the deadline so I went ahead and chose for those who hadn't stated a preference and will be mailing them out today.

[candy_coated_bitch]

Mine went out today. The money will be coming in a separate card I will mail tomorrow.

[candy_coated_bitch]

I'm kind of worried about my masks. I think I put them in the wrong mailbox. It was priority mail, and I put it in a box that said priority mail EXPRESS. I think that was the wrong thing and now I'm all paranoid about them getting to you ok.

[Gemme]

I'm kind of worried about my masks. I think I put them in the wrong mailbox. It was priority mail, and I put it in a box that said priority mail EXPRESS. I think that was the wrong thing and now I'm all paranoid about them getting to you ok.

It should still go through another sorting process out of the box so you should be fine.

[FireSignFemme]

Mine went out yesterday with tracking on not only the outer box but also each of the smaller boxes inside - one for each participant with no need to repackage, fuss.

[Wh1ms1]

Pardon my ignorance, but it sounds like y'all are creating beautiful things. I would love to join this group, but in perusing back posts I haven't seen anything about how to join, or parameters. Please help?

[clay]

Pardon my ignorance, but it sounds like y'all are creating beautiful things. I would love to join this group, but in perusing back posts I haven't seen anything about how to join, or parameters. Please help?

Hi Wh1ms1 & welcome to the funnest thread group on the planet!!

You will just need to watch the thread & when the next project is started & signups are posted, you may join in. Be on lookout as we will be sending our current projects to the wrangler for this one & they will need to be to her by the next few days or so. Once all are in & have been dispersed, someone will happen by with a new project idea. Again, welcome & look forward to seeing your creativity in our swell little group!

[Wh1ms1]

Thank you Clay. I am looking forward to it.

[clay]

Thank you Clay. I am looking forward to it.

You are most welcome! This is such a talented & fun group. I LOVE my crafty friends here!!!

[nycfem]

I mailed my package today. If any of you care to text me a selfie of you or a friend wearing my mask when you receive it, I would love it, and if you don't have my cell phone number, just let me know, and we can exchange it in reputation comments. My mask is rainbow / pride themed. I think it would be so fun to see the mask actually on people!

[clay]

I mailed my package today. If any of you care to text me a selfie of you or a friend wearing my mask when you receive it, I would love it, and if you don't have my cell phone number, just let me know, and we can exchange it in reputation comments. My mask is rainbow / pride themed. I think it would be so fun to see the mask actually on people!

What a swell idea. I agree as well!! Thanks nyc!!!

[nanners]

I mailed Clay's and mine together today. They will arrive in a small priority box within 3 days (probably Wednesday). I have a tracking number so I'll watch the progress. Thank you Besame for wrangling this one.

[Bèsame*]

Mine went out yesterday with tracking on not only the outer box but also each of the smaller boxes inside - one for each participant with no need to repackage, fuss.

Received safe and sound. And beautiful I might add! Great job! Thank you so much for being timely :)

[Bèsame*]

I'm kind of worried about my masks. I think I put them in the wrong mailbox. It was priority mail, and I put it in a box that said priority mail EXPRESS. I think that was the wrong thing and now I'm all paranoid about them getting to you ok.

Don't worry about a thing cause every little thing gonna be alright!

Received safe and sound. And ooooo, so fun did yours turn out! Very creative!!!

[candy_coated_bitch]

Don't worry about a thing cause every little thing gonna be alright!

Received safe and sound. And ooooo, so fun did yours turn out! Very creative!!!

Yay I'm so relieved!!! And thank you for the compliment, I had fun making them.

[candy_coated_bitch]

So here's the thing. I forgot to include shipping costs. I won't be able to mail out the money until tomorrow. So my masks will have arrived on time but my money will be late but within the grace period. Am I still good? Thought I'd bring it to the group.

[Breathless]

I think it will be fine, i wish we had other options for ways to send the money. Personally that is the part that is actually the hardest for me, finding somewhere that has USD currency. I have to pay for the exchange AND pay for the transaction too-- that is if they have it. I use etransfer and paypal every where else in my life, cash seems hard to come by ...lol..
So here's the thing. I forgot to include shipping costs. I won't be able to mail out the money until tomorrow. So my masks will have arrived on time but my money will be late but within the grace period. Am I still good? Thought I'd bring it to the group.

[Breathless]

Oh and mine is on the way... dhl says it will be there tomorrow.. fingers crossed.. it had better be.

[nycfem]

Hoping mine arrives soon too.

And, dear pen pal peeps, don't forget to phone-text me selfies of you and your friends wearing my mask! :)

[Breathless]

I made my masks a little smaller than the adult size, you will see what I mean.. lol.. who knows, could be a friday photo feature..

[candy_coated_bitch]

I think it will be fine, i wish we had other options for ways to send the money. Personally that is the part that is actually the hardest for me, finding somewhere that has USD currency. I have to pay for the exchange AND pay for the transaction too-- that is if they have it. I use etransfer and paypal every where else in my life, cash seems hard to come by ...lol..

Oh, that WOULD be hard. I just never have cash on hand, I pay for everything with my card and I forget to plan for that $6 cash. I totally forgot. Which I know is not as bad as your issue.

[Breathless]

forgetting.. I have been at the counter about to seal the envelope at dhl in the neighbour city and suddenly remember that envelope sitting on my kitchen table at home with the address for this package to go to and the shipping money for the return… But since I'm on my way to work I have no time to turn around and go get it till the next day. Hopefully I'll remember… LOL.. it happens, - I just try to laugh about it that's all you really can do

[Bèsame*]

Yay! Found a box of cute double masks in the mail box yesterday! Thank you Nanners and Clay, most excellent job on fun masks!

I'll be home to get the ones expected to arrive today.

[Bèsame*]

Canada has arrived in Texas! Ooo, and you all are in for a unique surprise! Wow!

[candy_coated_bitch]

Money is on its way!!

[nycfem]

Oh, man... I'm getting a little worried. I hope my masks arrive tomorrow!

[nycfem]

Money is on its way!!

I assume you mean to all of us? :byebye:

[candy_coated_bitch]

I assume you mean to all of us? :byebye:

Ha. Yes, I hooked you all up!

[nycfem]

Hoping my project arrived today! I believe I mailed it Sunday, priority mail.

[nycfem]

Ok, I hear my masks have not arrived so something definitely went wrong. Alright, when's the late date cuz I'm gonna need it!

[Bèsame*]

Ok, I hear my masks have not arrived so something definitely went wrong. Alright, when's the late date cuz I'm gonna need it!

Your fine. It will come tomorrow, just you wait!

Tomorrow...it's only a day away...

[clay]

Any updates on masks Ms. Wrangler?! :)

[clay]

Ok, I hear my masks have not arrived so something definitely went wrong. Alright, when's the late date cuz I'm gonna need it!

Definitely check tracking number to see if it has been delivered or what is going on with it. I once had my package be left at wrong addy. After much fretting & tracking, it was picked back up & redelivered to correct address.

Hoping yours have arrived now OR can be found....hugs ya

[nycfem]

I called the postal service and entered my tracking number. The recorded response was: "The item is currently in transit to the destination as of February 28th, 2017 at 6:46 AM." This is odd because I mailed (priority envelope-3 day) on February 25th with an expected delivery date, as per my receipt, of February 28th, 2017. So I'm gonna hope for tomorrow!

[candy_coated_bitch]

I just wanted to interrupt the thread to say I'm having a tea exchange. I hope some of you sign up. http://www.butchfemmeplanet.com/forum/showthread.php?t=8294

[nycfem]

I'm so relieved! Besame let me know that my package arrived today, five days after it was due to arrive! I imagine that it fell behind a rolling cart of packages into a dusty corner. Then a few days later someone found it and gave it to the carrier pigeon. Whatever the real story, I shall never know. I'm just damn happy it made it!!!

[candy_coated_bitch]

I'm so relieved! Besame let me know that my package arrived today, five days after it was due to arrive! I imagine that it fell behind a rolling cart of packages into a dusty corner. Then a few days later someone found it and gave it to the carrier pigeon. Whatever the real story, I shall never know. I'm just damn happy it made it!!!

Yay!!!!!!!!

[Bèsame*]

The masks have left my house, probably out of Texas by sundown. I reckon they will be arriving by pony express early next week. Please keep me updated when you receive the package I sent. I have numbers to track if not. Remember, FireSign Femm sent hers in seperate boxes that I released into the mail. So two packages will arrive.

Breathless, yours is heading on out via ground patrol in one package. I hope yours gets there before the wall goes up..lol



And remember....the special request...take a picture for NYFemm! She needs random giggles...love her!

[candy_coated_bitch]

I got my masks yesterday! They were all so different and creative and lovely. Thank you one and all. There were a couple that weren't labeled, can we please be on top of that? Also, I did not receive as many masks as participants, even excepting the extra package. Not sure how that happened.

[candy_coated_bitch]

I received four masks there should be six, no?

[Gemme]

I received four masks there should be six, no?

You should receive 5 in one package and FireSign's in another box.

[Bèsame*]

Oh no...only four? I belive all the ones I sent had names on the back. FireSignFemme, packaged her own seperatly, and will come in its own box.

I was trying to get them out after work one night in the parking lot of the postoffice. I addressed them earlier. It was after I had worked my second double of the week..Let's wait and see if anyone gets extras.

You should, have gotten two wrapped in tissue seperatly, two in a zip lock baggie and the clay one wrapped in bubble wrap.

[Bèsame*]

I received four masks there should be six, no?

I sent you a private message with a detailed list of who is who. Process of elimation to which one is missing.

Let me know :)

[candy_coated_bitch]

Oh no...only four? I belive all the ones I sent had names on the back. FireSignFemme, packaged her own seperatly, and will come in its own box.

I was trying to get them out after work one night in the parking lot of the postoffice. I addressed them earlier. It was after I had worked my second double of the week..Let's wait and see if anyone gets extras.

You should, have gotten two wrapped in tissue seperatly, two in a zip lock baggie and the clay one wrapped in bubble wrap.

I got FireSignFemme's separately, then in the box from there were two wrapped in tissue and one in a zip lock bag, for a total of four. I PM 'd you whose I didn't get.

[Breathless]

Sounds like mine is the one you didnt receive. I did send it. Each was individually labelled, wrapped in bubble wrap.I got FireSignFemme's separately, then in the box from there were two wrapped in tissue and one in a zip lock bag, for a total of four. I PM 'd you whose I didn't get.

[candy_coated_bitch]

Sounds like mine is the one you didnt receive. I did send it. Each was individually labelled, wrapped in bubble wrap.

I got yours. I got yours , Jennifer's, and Besame's. Clay and nanners are missing.

[FireSignFemme]

As of Saturday I hadn't received any, but since we only have gang style mailboxes here (I'm in an apartment) It could be the carrier left any packages for me in the office that day. When they do they are supposed to leave a slip notifying me I have mail being held at the office but sometimes, depending on the carrier, they aren't always good about this. Yesterday of course there was no mail so I'll have to check later today. Also I'm concerned because so far only one person has let me know they received the package I sent them and I sent them all out by priority mail so it just seems they should have gotten to everyone by now.

[clay]

My package & box of masks arrived today!

They are just beautiful! You all did an excellent job. Once again, it is so much fun to open projects, & try to guess whom did which, and seeing the very different yet so creative artistic interpretations.

I loved all of mine. I did indeed take a pic of me in the one I got from nycfem & texted it to her!

Thanks again Besame' for wrangling this really fun & innovative project!

I love all my goodies.

I heart you all. Thanks for making this ole boi smile really big today, opening this wonderful goodness of sunshine in a box!!

[FireSignFemme]

I can't remember who asked but yes the suckers are edible. If anyone needs to know the ingredients let me know and I'll look it up. This was a really great swap. The masks were fun to make and it's really interesting to line them up side by side and see what approach/direction each participant choose to take. I can't wait to work on the next project. :)

[candy_coated_bitch]

Can we please address the fact that I am still missing two masks? I received a perfectly sealed, untampered with box from Besame with three masks in it, and an additional package from FSF. Which leaves s total of four masks and two unaccounted for. I have masks from:

Breathless
Besame
Jennifer
FSF

This leaves clay and nanners that I didn't get. If anyone got extra masks please let me know.

[Bèsame*]

Can we please address the fact that I am still missing two masks? I received a perfectly sealed, untampered with box from Besame with three masks in it, and an additional package from FSF. Which leaves s total of four masks and two unaccounted for. I have masks from:

Breathless
Besame
Jennifer
FSF

This leaves clay and nanners that I didn't get. If anyone got extra masks please let me know.

I'm addressing an envelope to send you my two masks. I don't want you to be short changed with a mishap. I'm sorry this happened. I didnt have any left over after I mailed them.

[Gemme]

Oh no...only four? I belive all the ones I sent had names on the back. FireSignFemme, packaged her own seperatly, and will come in its own box.

I was trying to get them out after work one night in the parking lot of the postoffice. I addressed them earlier. It was after I had worked my second double of the week..Let's wait and see if anyone gets extras.

You should, have gotten two wrapped in tissue seperatly, two in a zip lock baggie and the clay one wrapped in bubble wrap.

Can we please address the fact that I am still missing two masks? I received a perfectly sealed, untampered with box from Besame with three masks in it, and an additional package from FSF. Which leaves s total of four masks and two unaccounted for. I have masks from:

Breathless
Besame
Jennifer
FSF

This leaves clay and nanners that I didn't get. If anyone got extra masks please let me know.

It's been a couple of days since Besame addressed this (above). Has everyone received their packages of decorative masks and, if so, does anyone have more than 5? They were mailed out on the 9th, I believe.

Would everyone please double check their boxes to make sure they didn't receive more than 5? I'd be concerned if I were in CCB's situation too and we always want the participants to get the projects they were promised.

I know the storms in the past week have probably delayed things so hopefully this will be able to be figured out very soon.

[candy_coated_bitch]

I'm addressing an envelope to send you my two masks. I don't want you to be short changed with a mishap. I'm sorry this happened. I didnt have any left over after I mailed them.



Why dont we wait until everyone has gotten their packages and see if by chance someone got extras? I dont want it to come to this.

[clay]

Would everyone please double check their boxes to make sure they didn't receive more than 5?


Gemme...we each are to get six, not five.
We had 7 participants....:)


My two packages came intact!
I have 6 masks, which is what I am supposed to have.
No extras here.....sorry

[nanners]

Sorry it has taken me awhile to post, but I got mine yesterday, FSF's was separate and I got 5 in the padded envelope Besame sent out.

I have a picture of the one that I sent for CCB...on my phone and also the one that Clay made for her on my phone. Mine was painted pink and had butterflies on it.

I have a proposal. Clay and I will make CCB's over again and send them to her while I am visiting Clay beginning next week. Who knows what happened, but it doesn't really matter...we are cool with that and then we can all just move on and start a new project. Clay and I have enough leftover supplies to make the same ones again for her. Will this work for everyone?


I think it may have been a mistake somewhere along the line and humans are prone to make mistakes, let's just be kind and forgiving and move on, k?

[Breathless]

My package is yet to be received.. It usually takes at least a solid week at least for shipping. *I am not fretting, or complaining* as I discussed with Besame when she was shipping to send the most cost efficient way rather than quick. If the missing masks are in my package, I will redirect them back to Besame so she is not without as well. I am certain it will all be sorted out, relax please, and just allow the dust to settle so we can fix it asap. Everyone is doing the best they can, and mistakes do happen.. rarely.. Happy Pi Day!

[candy_coated_bitch]

Sorry it has taken me awhile to post, but I got mine yesterday, FSF's was separate and I got 5 in the padded envelope Besame sent out.

I have a picture of the one that I sent for CCB...on my phone and also the one that Clay made for her on my phone. Mine was painted pink and had butterflies on it.

I have a proposal. Clay and I will make CCB's over again and send them to her while I am visiting Clay beginning next week. Who knows what happened, but it doesn't really matter...we are cool with that and then we can all just move on and start a new project. Clay and I have enough leftover supplies to make the same ones again for her. Will this work for everyone?


I think it may have been a mistake somewhere along the line and humans are prone to make mistakes, let's just be kind and forgiving and move on, k?

This is a very generous proposal.

[nanners]

This is a very generous proposal.

Great, done deal!

[Gemme]

Gemme...we each are to get six, not five.
We had 7 participants....:)


My two packages came intact!
I have 6 masks, which is what I am supposed to have.
No extras here.....sorry

clay, CCB said she received FireSign's package, which was sent separately. The package in question that was sent by Besame should have contained 5 projects.



[FONT="Comic Sans MS"][SIZE="3"][COLOR="Red"]I have a proposal. Clay and I will make CCB's over again and send them to her while I am visiting Clay beginning next week. Who knows what happened, but it doesn't really matter...we are cool with that and then we can all just move on and start a new project. Clay and I have enough leftover supplies to make the same ones again for her. Will this work for everyone?


I think it may have been a mistake somewhere along the line and humans are prone to make mistakes, let's just be kind and forgiving and move on, k?

This is very kind of you and clay to offer!

Please understand that everyone that signs up for these projects has every right to expect return projects. Yes, mistakes happen. I've made a few myself. But I didn't see anyone behaving out of line or being unkind. Some are missing and someone inquired about them. You and clay made a wonderful offer but that offer is very special and not everyone would make it if their projects were lost (hopefully, temporarily!). There are still projects out there in world that some of us from the original tribe still haven't received so we're mindful of this stuff.

[nanners]

Sorry, I didn't mean anyone was not being kind. True, everyone deserves the projects they should receive, and mistakes happen. I just wanted to let CCB know we'd be happy to make her masks again. This was a fun project! My biggest point was that I wanted to be able to move on and have someone start a new one.

[nanners]

I have a couple ideas for a new project but since I've wrangled recently does anyone have a new project they'd like to wrangle? I'm not sure if we're waiting for something still or not.

[Breathless]

My package arrived yesterday - thank you!!
I have one from each person, I really enjoyed the variations!
Really curious what Nanners has in mind for the next project, I am ready :-)

[candy_coated_bitch]

I'm fine with Nanners wrangling another project. I, for one, have no ideas and would love to hear hers!

[nanners]

I feel like a few more people should weigh in on this... I wouldn't want to step on any toes. But thanks for the supportive comments Breathless and CCB.

[Gemme]

I've got ideas but I'm not at a place where I can wrangle successfully so I'm fine with nanners doing another one. I'll jump in down the road when I get my arse in gear and get this place organized again.

[GeorgiaMa'am]

I'd love to hear what nanners has in mind.

[clay]

I am in accord with nanners wrangling a new project!!

For me, it isn't about whom is wrangling as it is about "having fun & enjoying crafting with all you delish peeps.

Let's get our inch on baby!!!

[nanners]

Well it looks like most people have weighed in and one way or another. So I'll be happy to wrangle this next project. My idea is to do inchies, only I want the inchies to be 2" x 2 square. The theme for this is "Seasons". Spring, Summer, Winter, or Fall. Choose one season per 2" inchie. As many can sign up as want to. Sign up would be until 3/31/17 and the deadline for projects would be 4/28/17, with officially being late on 4/17/17.....

What say y'all?

[clay]

Well it looks like most people have weighed in and one way or another. So I'll be happy to wrangle this next project. My idea is to do inchies, only I want the inchies to be 2" x 2 square. The theme for this is "Seasons". Spring, Summer, Winter, or Fall. Choose one season per 2" inchie. As many can sign up as want to. Sign up would be until 3/31/17 and the deadline for projects would be 4/28/17, with officially being late on 4/17/17.....

What say y'all?

I'm in!!! Let's do it!!

[nanners]

Well it looks like most people have weighed in and one way or another. So I'll be happy to wrangle this next project. My idea is to do inchies, only I want the inchies to be 2" x 2 square. The theme for this is "Seasons". Spring, Summer, Winter, or Fall. Choose one season per 2" inchie. As many can sign up as want to. Sign up would be until 3/31/17 and the deadline for projects would be 4/28/17, with officially being late on 4/17/17.....

What say y'all?

just to clarify, each person would make one 2 inchie for each person that signs up.

[GeorgiaMa'am]

Well it looks like most people have weighed in and one way or another. So I'll be happy to wrangle this next project. My idea is to do inchies, only I want the inchies to be 2" x 2 square. The theme for this is "Seasons". Spring, Summer, Winter, or Fall. Choose one season per 2" inchie. As many can sign up as want to. Sign up would be until 3/31/17 and the deadline for projects would be 4/28/17, with officially being late on 4/17/17.....

What say y'all?

Sounds awesome! But I'm confused about the dates . . . officially being late when?

[clay]

Sounds awesome! But I'm confused about the dates . . . officially being late when?

oops...she is here with me & I have her distracted...lol

She was just posting some guidelines for dates....and she meant if we do agree to a project, we would run signups until 03/31/17...with projects being due to 04/17/17 and officially late on 04/28/17....

These dates are a tentative and she is waiting to see about official signups posting!

Sorry about mixups. That sun on the brain on the beach is too much for her...lol

[GeorgiaMa'am]

oops...she is here with me & I have her distracted...lol

She was just posting some guidelines for dates....and she meant if we do agree to a project, we would run signups until 03/31/17...with projects being due to 04/17/17 and officially late on 04/28/17....

These dates are a tentative and she is waiting to see about official signups posting!

I personally would like to see a longer time to work on them, but that also depends on how many people sign up.


That sun on the brain on the beach is too much for her

<jealous!>

[nycfem]

My. 02, I'm probably in no matter what. My suggestions: more time, plus some kind of spicy twist to the season theme.

[Gemme]

I agree with Georgia in that I'm happy to have more time and am happy with our usual 1 month-ish time frame to do projects. Also, two inch pieces are called Twinchies (http://www.papercraftcentral.com/inchies-and-twinchies.html). There will be less confusion if we call them their actual name, I think. :)

I'm in!

[candy_coated_bitch]

I'm confused. Are we sending each of the four season to each participant , or ONE twichie per person in the four seasons theme?

[clay]

we are loving all of the input & ideas. Thanks everyone.

We both agree to have it be a longer time frame to do, nanners was just playing with some date ideas.

So, nanners would like nycfem to PM her with her ideas for spicy themes...please!!

Ours are to incorporate: a snowflake for winter, a flower for spring, a sun for summer, & a leaf for fall. These are open to individual interpretation & use of a media of your choosing!

nanners will post signups tomorrow with specifics, dates, etc, and we shall get our twinchies on!!!

[candy_coated_bitch]

Can someone please answer my question?

[clay]

I'm confused. Are we sending each of the four season to each participant , or ONE twichie per person in the four seasons theme?

CCB....see my post above yours.......she hasn't set any specifics yet, and is still gathering ideas. She (nanners) will post the specifics sometime today. Initially she was thinking "one twinchie" per person who signs up, as she stated in post 6137......thanks...hopefully this has answered your question.

[nycfem]

So, nanners would like nycfem to PM her with her ideas for spicy themes...please!!



How about anyone can post the ideas directly on the thread so that we can think about them together?

CCB, I read Nanners' post as 1 twinchie per person, your choice of season (just cannot combine seasons).

[Bèsame*]

How about anyone can post the ideas directly on the thread so that we can think about them together?

CCB, I read Nanners' post as 1 twinchie per person, your choice of season (just cannot combine seasons).

Spicey..

Kissing!!
Lingerie
High heels
Naked


Spicey foods of the season? Lol

[Gemme]

I'm confused. Are we sending each of the four season to each participant , or ONE twichie per person in the four seasons theme?

CCB, in the original post, nanners said to choose ONE season per twinchie, so I'm guessing that you could do a winter twinchie or a summer twinchie but will NOT have to cram multiple seasons on one twinchie.

This may change but that's how I read it.

[Gemme]

How about anyone can post the ideas directly on the thread so that we can think about them together?

CCB, I read Nanners' post as 1 twinchie per person, your choice of season (just cannot combine seasons).

Ditto.

Spicey..

Kissing!!
Lingerie
High heels
Naked


Spicey foods of the season? Lol



Who doesn't love these things?

I'll put my vote in for allowing us to decide what to put on the pieces and not restricting the items to a leaf, snowflake, etc. Of course, if someone wants to use those, cool but I like nyc's and Besame's ideas too.

Maybe we can be allowed to choose how we interpret the seasons as we see fit as long as it's a definite connection to the season? For example, a fireplace would likely represent winter or fall but not spring or summer. Or a swimsuit would represent summer unless it had fur and Uggs and a Swedish model wearing it.

:blink:

The gardeners in the group could do pieces with fruits and veggies according to what season they ripen. The fashionistas could do dresses or wraps according to season or the materials used during a certain season....linen versus velvet, for example.

As a participant, I'd like to see the connection the creator makes to the season. Some things happen throughout the year, regardless of season. How would someone make those things season specific? Using Besame's suggestion of kissing, for example.

If someone throws snowflakes in the background of people kissing, that would be obvious, or if there's a close up of someone kissing someone else's sunburned shoulder with a yellow background, that would be obvious. But if someone just put a pair of lips on the piece, that wouldn't be season specific to me.

[nycfem]

Maybe we can be allowed to choose how we interpret the seasons as we see fit as long as it's a definite connection to the season? For example, a fireplace would likely represent winter or fall but not spring or summer. Or a swimsuit would represent summer unless it had fur and Uggs and a Swedish model wearing it.

:blink:

The gardeners in the group could do pieces with fruits and veggies according to what season they ripen. The fashionistas could do dresses or wraps according to season or the materials used during a certain season....linen versus velvet, for example.

As a participant, I'd like to see the connection the creator makes to the season. Some things happen throughout the year, regardless of season. How would someone make those things season specific? Using Besame's suggestion of kissing, for example.

If someone throws snowflakes in the background of people kissing, that would be obvious, or if there's a close up of someone kissing someone else's sunburned shoulder with a yellow background, that would be obvious. But if someone just put a pair of lips on the piece, that wouldn't be season specific to me.

I love this idea (which incorporates Besame's idea). And would prefer it to the leaf, snowflake idea. It's fun to open a package and see something rather unexpected (within the season / twinchie theme of course!).

[nanners]

Project: Twinchies

Quantity you need to make: one for each person that signs up
Theme: The 4 seasons with a twist.
Instructions: Choose one season, and make a twichie for each person that signs up for the project.
Thinking of that season, incorporate something that makes you have a connection with that season specifically...as in Gemme's wonderful ideas:
Examples:
The gardeners in the group could do pieces with fruits and veggies according to what season they ripen. The fashionistas could do dresses or wraps according to season or the materials used during a certain season....linen sus velvet, for example.
Some things happen throughout the year, regardless of season. How would someone make those things season specific? Using Besame's suggestion of kissing, for example.
If someone throws snowflakes in the background of people kissing, that would be obvious, or if there's a close up of someone kissing someone else's sunburned shoulder with a yellow background, that would be obvious. But if someone just put a pair of lips on the piece, that wouldn't be season specific.

Important Dates:

Signup: 3/25/17 to 4/1/17
Work on projects 4/1/17 to 4/30/17
Deadline for project to be in Nanner's hands: 4/30/17
Officially late as of 5/7/17.

Send $2.00 with your project please.

1. Nan
2. Clay
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.


"For 2017, the rule is if one of our projects is received by the wrangler more than seven days after the due date, or one of us drops out of a project for whatever reason, that person is welcome to continue posting but is not allowed to sign up for a group project again until six months from the latest date that the project was supposed to be due. No exceptions. This rule applies to participants and to wranglers. Wranglers must mail out projects within one week of the latest date that the projects were supposed to be due. In addition to waiting six months before being able to join a penpal project, the person who has not met the latest deadline must post directly on the penpal thread within a week of missing the latest deadline stating that they have not adhered to the deadline (reason is welcome to be included or does not have to be) and, most importantly, the date on which they will be able to return to participating in the penpal projects. They must scroll back and add themselves to the bottom of the list of any other participants who have not met the late date for any project for 2017. If that is not done, then the member is welcome to participate in the thread with "thanks" and reps and thread chat but not to participate in any future projects for 2017. The reason for this is personal responsibility, so that we have a running record right on the thread that is easy to refer back to when needed. And for the purposes of clarification, if someone drops out before the deadline to sign up has been closed then they are not excluded from future projects because they are still following the rules.

Example: Bitsy misses the late date for a project. Within a week of that late date she must scroll down and find the most recent list of people who have missed the late date in 2017 and copy that list to a new post and add herself. Bitsy's post would look something like this:

'Sorry, I had the bird flu and missed the late date of 2/14/17. I can start participating in new projects on 8/14/17. I have added myself to the list below:

1. Tony (missed the late date of 1/28/17, able to participate 7/28/17)
2. Bitsy (missed the late date of 2/14/17, able to participate 8/14/17)'

This rule must be posted in its entirety at the bottom of all new projects that are being wrangled so that members can thoughtfully consider whether we wish to commit to a new project."

[Gemme]

Project: Twinchies

Quantity you need to make: one for each person that signs up
Theme: The 4 seasons with a twist.
Instructions: Choose one season, and make a twichie for each person that signs up for the project.
Thinking of that season, incorporate something that makes you have a connection with that season specifically...as in Gemme's wonderful ideas:
Examples:
The gardeners in the group could do pieces with fruits and veggies according to what season they ripen. The fashionistas could do dresses or wraps according to season or the materials used during a certain season....linen sus velvet, for example.
Some things happen throughout the year, regardless of season. How would someone make those things season specific? Using Besame's suggestion of kissing, for example.
If someone throws snowflakes in the background of people kissing, that would be obvious, or if there's a close up of someone kissing someone else's sunburned shoulder with a yellow background, that would be obvious. But if someone just put a pair of lips on the piece, that wouldn't be season specific.

Important Dates:

Signup: 3/25/17 to 4/1/17
Work on projects 4/1/17 to 4/30/17
Deadline for project to be in Nanner's hands: 4/30/17
Officially late as of 5/7/17.

Send $2.00 with your project please.

1. Nan
2. Clay
3. Gemme
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.


"For 2017, the rule is if one of our projects is received by the wrangler more than seven days after the due date, or one of us drops out of a project for whatever reason, that person is welcome to continue posting but is not allowed to sign up for a group project again until six months from the latest date that the project was supposed to be due. No exceptions. This rule applies to participants and to wranglers. Wranglers must mail out projects within one week of the latest date that the projects were supposed to be due. In addition to waiting six months before being able to join a penpal project, the person who has not met the latest deadline must post directly on the penpal thread within a week of missing the latest deadline stating that they have not adhered to the deadline (reason is welcome to be included or does not have to be) and, most importantly, the date on which they will be able to return to participating in the penpal projects. They must scroll back and add themselves to the bottom of the list of any other participants who have not met the late date for any project for 2017. If that is not done, then the member is welcome to participate in the thread with "thanks" and reps and thread chat but not to participate in any future projects for 2017. The reason for this is personal responsibility, so that we have a running record right on the thread that is easy to refer back to when needed. And for the purposes of clarification, if someone drops out before the deadline to sign up has been closed then they are not excluded from future projects because they are still following the rules.

Example: Bitsy misses the late date for a project. Within a week of that late date she must scroll down and find the most recent list of people who have missed the late date in 2017 and copy that list to a new post and add herself. Bitsy's post would look something like this:

'Sorry, I had the bird flu and missed the late date of 2/14/17. I can start participating in new projects on 8/14/17. I have added myself to the list below:

1. Tony (missed the late date of 1/28/17, able to participate 7/28/17)
2. Bitsy (missed the late date of 2/14/17, able to participate 8/14/17)'

This rule must be posted in its entirety at the bottom of all new projects that are being wrangled so that members can thoughtfully consider whether we wish to commit to a new project."

Are you sure only $2 will be enough postage to repackage if there's a good turn out? I don't want you to get stuck footing the bill to resend out the packages. I've been there and it sucks.

[nycfem]

*signing up*

[Bèsame*]

*signing up*

*signing up *

I'm with NYFEM, I didn't want to copy that long post.

[nycfem]

Project: Twinchies

Quantity you need to make: one for each person that signs up
Theme: The 4 seasons with a twist.
Instructions: Choose one season, and make a twichie for each person that signs up for the project.
Thinking of that season, incorporate something that makes you have a connection with that season specifically...as in Gemme's wonderful ideas:
Examples:
The gardeners in the group could do pieces with fruits and veggies according to what season they ripen. The fashionistas could do dresses or wraps according to season or the materials used during a certain season....linen sus velvet, for example.
Some things happen throughout the year, regardless of season. How would someone make those things season specific? Using Besame's suggestion of kissing, for example.
If someone throws snowflakes in the background of people kissing, that would be obvious, or if there's a close up of someone kissing someone else's sunburned shoulder with a yellow background, that would be obvious. But if someone just put a pair of lips on the piece, that wouldn't be season specific.

Important Dates:

Signup: 3/25/17 to 4/1/17
Work on projects 4/1/17 to 4/30/17
Deadline for project to be in Nanner's hands: 4/30/17
Officially late as of 5/7/17.

Send $2.00 with your project please.

1. Nan
2. Clay
3. nycfem / Jennifer
4. Besame
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.


"For 2017, the rule is if one of our projects is received by the wrangler more than seven days after the due date, or one of us drops out of a project for whatever reason, that person is welcome to continue posting but is not allowed to sign up for a group project again until six months from the latest date that the project was supposed to be due. No exceptions. This rule applies to participants and to wranglers. Wranglers must mail out projects within one week of the latest date that the projects were supposed to be due. In addition to waiting six months before being able to join a penpal project, the person who has not met the latest deadline must post directly on the penpal thread within a week of missing the latest deadline stating that they have not adhered to the deadline (reason is welcome to be included or does not have to be) and, most importantly, the date on which they will be able to return to participating in the penpal projects. They must scroll back and add themselves to the bottom of the list of any other participants who have not met the late date for any project for 2017. If that is not done, then the member is welcome to participate in the thread with "thanks" and reps and thread chat but not to participate in any future projects for 2017. The reason for this is personal responsibility, so that we have a running record right on the thread that is easy to refer back to when needed. And for the purposes of clarification, if someone drops out before the deadline to sign up has been closed then they are not excluded from future projects because they are still following the rules.

Example: Bitsy misses the late date for a project. Within a week of that late date she must scroll down and find the most recent list of people who have missed the late date in 2017 and copy that list to a new post and add herself. Bitsy's post would look something like this:

'Sorry, I had the bird flu and missed the late date of 2/14/17. I can start participating in new projects on 8/14/17. I have added myself to the list below:

1. Tony (missed the late date of 1/28/17, able to participate 7/28/17)
2. Bitsy (missed the late date of 2/14/17, able to participate 8/14/17)'

This rule must be posted in its entirety at the bottom of all new projects that are being wrangled so that members can thoughtfully consider whether we wish to commit to a new project."

[Gemme]

Project: Twinchies

Quantity you need to make: one for each person that signs up
Theme: The 4 seasons with a twist.
Instructions: Choose one season, and make a twichie for each person that signs up for the project.
Thinking of that season, incorporate something that makes you have a connection with that season specifically...as in Gemme's wonderful ideas:
Examples:
The gardeners in the group could do pieces with fruits and veggies according to what season they ripen. The fashionistas could do dresses or wraps according to season or the materials used during a certain season....linen sus velvet, for example.
Some things happen throughout the year, regardless of season. How would someone make those things season specific? Using Besame's suggestion of kissing, for example.
If someone throws snowflakes in the background of people kissing, that would be obvious, or if there's a close up of someone kissing someone else's sunburned shoulder with a yellow background, that would be obvious. But if someone just put a pair of lips on the piece, that wouldn't be season specific.

Important Dates:

Signup: 3/25/17 to 4/1/17
Work on projects 4/1/17 to 4/30/17
Deadline for project to be in Nanner's hands: 4/30/17
Officially late as of 5/7/17.

Send $2.00 with your project please.

1. Nan
2. Clay
3. nycfem / Jennifer
4. Besame
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.


"For 2017, the rule is if one of our projects is received by the wrangler more than seven days after the due date, or one of us drops out of a project for whatever reason, that person is welcome to continue posting but is not allowed to sign up for a group project again until six months from the latest date that the project was supposed to be due. No exceptions. This rule applies to participants and to wranglers. Wranglers must mail out projects within one week of the latest date that the projects were supposed to be due. In addition to waiting six months before being able to join a penpal project, the person who has not met the latest deadline must post directly on the penpal thread within a week of missing the latest deadline stating that they have not adhered to the deadline (reason is welcome to be included or does not have to be) and, most importantly, the date on which they will be able to return to participating in the penpal projects. They must scroll back and add themselves to the bottom of the list of any other participants who have not met the late date for any project for 2017. If that is not done, then the member is welcome to participate in the thread with "thanks" and reps and thread chat but not to participate in any future projects for 2017. The reason for this is personal responsibility, so that we have a running record right on the thread that is easy to refer back to when needed. And for the purposes of clarification, if someone drops out before the deadline to sign up has been closed then they are not excluded from future projects because they are still following the rules.

Example: Bitsy misses the late date for a project. Within a week of that late date she must scroll down and find the most recent list of people who have missed the late date in 2017 and copy that list to a new post and add herself. Bitsy's post would look something like this:

'Sorry, I had the bird flu and missed the late date of 2/14/17. I can start participating in new projects on 8/14/17. I have added myself to the list below:

1. Tony (missed the late date of 1/28/17, able to participate 7/28/17)
2. Bitsy (missed the late date of 2/14/17, able to participate 8/14/17)'

This rule must be posted in its entirety at the bottom of all new projects that are being wrangled so that members can thoughtfully consider whether we wish to commit to a new project."

Don't forget me!

[Gemme]

Signup: 3/25/17 to 4/1/17
Work on projects 4/1/17 to 4/30/17
Deadline for project to be in Nanner's hands: 4/30/17
Officially late as of 5/7/17.

Send $2.00 with your project please.

1. Nan
2. Clay
3. Gemme
4. nycfem / Jennifer
5. Besame
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.

Please make sure all the participants make it from one list to the next.

[candy_coated_bitch]

Signup: 3/25/17 to 4/1/17
Work on projects 4/1/17 to 4/30/17
Deadline for project to be in Nanner's hands: 4/30/17
Officially late as of 5/7/17.

Send $2.00 with your project please.

1. Nan
2. Clay
3. Gemme
4. nycfem / Jennifer
5. Besame
6. CCB
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.

Please make sure all the participants make it from one list to the next.

[candy_coated_bitch]

I have a question, can the twinchies for each season be more abstract? Like say, a feeling or impression of the season, but nothing representational?

[Gemme]

I have a question, can the twinchies for each season be more abstract? Like say, a feeling or impression of the season, but nothing representational?

I'm not sure what you mean. Could you show us an example or give us an idea of what you mean?

[nycfem]

I have a question, can the twinchies for each season be more abstract? Like say, a feeling or impression of the season, but nothing representational?

I like this idea a lot.

[nanners]

Are you sure only $2 will be enough postage to repackage if there's a good turn out? I don't want you to get stuck footing the bill to resend out the packages. I've been there and it sucks.

Gemme, I agree. Let's just keep it at the normal $5 per package you send me.

I have a question, can the twinchies for each season be more abstract? Like say, a feeling or impression of the season, but nothing representational?

I would prefer they not be abstract, but show me an example just so I'm clear, OK? :)

[candy_coated_bitch]

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/113786328066518406/

Like some of these are color/shape but could still give the impression of spring.

[Gemme]

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/113786328066518406/

Like some of these are color/shape but could still give the impression of spring.

Some of them are like what I was interpreting our pieces to be like anyway, so I don't think some of them are off the mark at all. There were the little round balls and a heart on stems in one that were really cute and could definitely work for spring, imo.

Are you thinking more about the colors themselves? Like tans/yellows would represent summer, greens/blues would represent spring, oranges/reds/brown would represent fall and white/ice blue/browns would represent winter?

Is that more along the lines of what you were thinking?

When you first mentioned abstract concepts, I thought you were thinking more along the lines of these (http://www.greatbigcanvas.com/category/abstract-art/?gclid=CMXHq5Xo9NICFciKswodfUYATw).

Maybe a fusion of the two concepts?

[candy_coated_bitch]

A fusion of the two would be accurate.

[nanners]

Project: Twinchies

Quantity you need to make: one for each person that signs up
Theme: The 4 seasons with a twist.
Instructions: Choose one season, and make a twinchie for each person that signs up for the project.
Thinking of that season, incorporate something that makes you have a connection with that season specifically...as in Gemme's wonderful ideas:
Examples:
The gardeners in the group could do pieces with fruits and veggies according to what season they ripen. The fashionistas could do dresses or wraps according to season or the materials used during a certain season....linen sus velvet, for example.
Some things happen throughout the year, regardless of season. How would someone make those things season specific? Using Besame's suggestion of kissing, for example.
If someone throws snowflakes in the background of people kissing, that would be obvious, or if there's a close up of someone kissing someone else's sunburned shoulder with a yellow background, that would be obvious. But if someone just put a pair of lips on the piece, that wouldn't be season specific. Your artwork can be abstract if you wish.

Important Dates:

Signup: 3/25/17 to 4/1/17
Work on projects 4/1/17 to 4/30/17
Deadline for project to be in Nanner's hands: 4/30/17
Officially late as of 5/7/17.

Send $2.00 with your project please.

1. Nan
2. Clay
3. Gemme
4. nycfem / Jennifer
5. Besame
6. CCB
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.


"For 2017, the rule is if one of our projects is received by the wrangler more than seven days after the due date, or one of us drops out of a project for whatever reason, that person is welcome to continue posting but is not allowed to sign up for a group project again until six months from the latest date that the project was supposed to be due. No exceptions. This rule applies to participants and to wranglers. Wranglers must mail out projects within one week of the latest date that the projects were supposed to be due. In addition to waiting six months before being able to join a penpal project, the person who has not met the latest deadline must post directly on the penpal thread within a week of missing the latest deadline stating that they have not adhered to the deadline (reason is welcome to be included or does not have to be) and, most importantly, the date on which they will be able to return to participating in the penpal projects. They must scroll back and add themselves to the bottom of the list of any other participants who have not met the late date for any project for 2017. If that is not done, then the member is welcome to participate in the thread with "thanks" and reps and thread chat but not to participate in any future projects for 2017. The reason for this is personal responsibility, so that we have a running record right on the thread that is easy to refer back to when needed. And for the purposes of clarification, if someone drops out before the deadline to sign up has been closed then they are not excluded from future projects because they are still following the rules.

Example: Bitsy misses the late date for a project. Within a week of that late date she must scroll down and find the most recent list of people who have missed the late date in 2017 and copy that list to a new post and add herself. Bitsy's post would look something like this:

'Sorry, I had the bird flu and missed the late date of 2/14/17. I can start participating in new projects on 8/14/17. I have added myself to the list below:

1. Tony (missed the late date of 1/28/17, able to participate 7/28/17)
2. Bitsy (missed the late date of 2/14/17, able to participate 8/14/17)'

This rule must be posted in its entirety at the bottom of all new projects that are being wrangled so that members can thoughtfully consider whether we wish to commit to a new project."

[Breathless]

1. Nan
2. Clay
3. Gemme
4. nycfem / Jennifer
5. Besame
6. CCB
7. Breathless
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.

[nanners]

Project: Twinchies

Quantity you need to make: one for each person that signs up
Theme: The 4 seasons with a twist.
Instructions: Choose one season, and make a twinchie for each person that signs up for the project.
Thinking of that season, incorporate something that makes you have a connection with that season specifically...as in Gemme's wonderful ideas:
Examples:
The gardeners in the group could do pieces with fruits and veggies according to what season they ripen. The fashionistas could do dresses or wraps according to season or the materials used during a certain season....linen sus velvet, for example.
Some things happen throughout the year, regardless of season. How would someone make those things season specific? Using Besame's suggestion of kissing, for example.
If someone throws snowflakes in the background of people kissing, that would be obvious, or if there's a close up of someone kissing someone else's sunburned shoulder with a yellow background, that would be obvious. But if someone just put a pair of lips on the piece, that wouldn't be season specific. Your artwork can be abstract if you wish.

Important Dates:

Signup: 3/25/17 to 4/1/17
Work on projects 4/1/17 to 4/30/17
Deadline for project to be in Nanner's hands: 4/30/17
Officially late as of 5/7/17.

Send $5.00 with your project please.

1. Nan
2. Clay
3. Gemme
4. nycfem / Jennifer
5. Besame
6. CCB
7. Breathless
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.


"For 2017, the rule is if one of our projects is received by the wrangler more than seven days after the due date, or one of us drops out of a project for whatever reason, that person is welcome to continue posting but is not allowed to sign up for a group project again until six months from the latest date that the project was supposed to be due. No exceptions. This rule applies to participants and to wranglers. Wranglers must mail out projects within one week of the latest date that the projects were supposed to be due. In addition to waiting six months before being able to join a penpal project, the person who has not met the latest deadline must post directly on the penpal thread within a week of missing the latest deadline stating that they have not adhered to the deadline (reason is welcome to be included or does not have to be) and, most importantly, the date on which they will be able to return to participating in the penpal projects. They must scroll back and add themselves to the bottom of the list of any other participants who have not met the late date for any project for 2017. If that is not done, then the member is welcome to participate in the thread with "thanks" and reps and thread chat but not to participate in any future projects for 2017. The reason for this is personal responsibility, so that we have a running record right on the thread that is easy to refer back to when needed. And for the purposes of clarification, if someone drops out before the deadline to sign up has been closed then they are not excluded from future projects because they are still following the rules.

Example: Bitsy misses the late date for a project. Within a week of that late date she must scroll down and find the most recent list of people who have missed the late date in 2017 and copy that list to a new post and add herself. Bitsy's post would look something like this:

'Sorry, I had the bird flu and missed the late date of 2/14/17. I can start participating in new projects on 8/14/17. I have added myself to the list below:

1. Tony (missed the late date of 1/28/17, able to participate 7/28/17)
2. Bitsy (missed the late date of 2/14/17, able to participate 8/14/17)'

This rule must be posted in its entirety at the bottom of all new projects that are being wrangled so that members can thoughtfully consider whether we wish to commit to a new project."

[nanners]

CCB, Clay and I forgot to tell you that we have mailed your Masks. We mailed them on Saturday, and we have a tracking number. You should get them tomorrow in the mail. Please let us know when you get them. Thank you!

[candy_coated_bitch]

CCB, Clay and I forgot to tell you that we have mailed your Masks. We mailed them on Saturday, and we have a tracking number. You should get them tomorrow in the mail. Please let us know when you get them. Thank you!

I will definitely let you know! Thank you again for being so generous!!! Can't wait to see them.

[candy_coated_bitch]

I will definitely let you know! Thank you again for being so generous!!! Can't wait to see them.

I just got your package!! Both masks are beautiful. I love them both. Great work!

[amiyesiam]

[QUOTE=nanners;1135450]Project: Twinchies

Quantity you need to make: one for each person that signs up
Theme: The 4 seasons with a twist.
Instructions: Choose one season, and make a twinchie for each person that signs up for the project.
Thinking of that season, incorporate something that makes you have a connection with that season specifically...as in Gemme's wonderful ideas:
Examples:
The gardeners in the group could do pieces with fruits and veggies according to what season they ripen. The fashionistas could do dresses or wraps according to season or the materials used during a certain season....linen sus velvet, for example.
Some things happen throughout the year, regardless of season. How would someone make those things season specific? Using Besame's suggestion of kissing, for example.
If someone throws snowflakes in the background of people kissing, that would be obvious, or if there's a close up of someone kissing someone else's sunburned shoulder with a yellow background, that would be obvious. But if someone just put a pair of lips on the piece, that wouldn't be season specific. Your artwork can be abstract if you wish.

Important Dates:

Signup: 3/25/17 to 4/1/17
Work on projects 4/1/17 to 4/30/17
Deadline for project to be in Nanner's hands: 4/30/17
Officially late as of 5/7/17.

Send $5.00 with your project please.

1. Nan
2. Clay
3. Gemme
4. nycfem / Jennifer
5. Besame
6. CCB
7. Breathless
8.amiyesiam/suzanne
9.
10.
11.
12.


"For 2017, the rule is if one of our projects is received by the wrangler more than seven days after the due date, or one of us drops out of a project for whatever reason, that person is welcome to continue posting but is not allowed to sign up for a group project again until six months from the latest date that the project was supposed to be due. No exceptions. This rule applies to participants and to wranglers. Wranglers must mail out projects within one week of the latest date that the projects were supposed to be due. In addition to waiting six months before being able to join a penpal project, the person who has not met the latest deadline must post directly on the penpal thread within a week of missing the latest deadline stating that they have not adhered to the deadline (reason is welcome to be included or does not have to be) and, most importantly, the date on which they will be able to return to participating in the penpal projects. They must scroll back and add themselves to the bottom of the list of any other participants who have not met the late date for any project for 2017. If that is not done, then the member is welcome to participate in the thread with "thanks" and reps and thread chat but not to participate in any future projects for 2017. The reason for this is personal responsibility, so that we have a running record right on the thread that is easy to refer back to when needed. And for the purposes of clarification, if someone drops out before the deadline to sign up has been closed then they are not excluded from future projects because they are still following the rules.

Example: Bitsy misses the late date for a project. Within a week of that late date she must scroll down and find the most recent list of people who have missed the late date in 2017 and copy that list to a new post and add herself. Bitsy's post would look something like this:

'Sorry, I had the bird flu and missed the late date of 2/14/17. I can start participating in new projects on 8/14/17. I have added myself to the list below:

1. Tony (missed the late date of 1/28/17, able to participate 7/28/17)
2. Bitsy (missed the late date of 2/14/17, able to participate 8/14/17)'

This rule must be posted in its entirety at the bottom of all new projects that are being wrangled so that members can thoughtfully consider whether we wish to commit to a new project."

[nycfem]

If anyone is watching this thread and thinking of joining us, we welcome you! You don't have to have any special talent, just be reliable and willing to have fun!

[cara]

Project: Twinchies

Quantity you need to make: one for each person that signs up
Theme: The 4 seasons with a twist.
Instructions: Choose one season, and make a twinchie for each person that signs up for the project.
Thinking of that season, incorporate something that makes you have a connection with that season specifically...as in Gemme's wonderful ideas:
Examples:
The gardeners in the group could do pieces with fruits and veggies according to what season they ripen. The fashionistas could do dresses or wraps according to season or the materials used during a certain season....linen sus velvet, for example.
Some things happen throughout the year, regardless of season. How would someone make those things season specific? Using Besame's suggestion of kissing, for example.
If someone throws snowflakes in the background of people kissing, that would be obvious, or if there's a close up of someone kissing someone else's sunburned shoulder with a yellow background, that would be obvious. But if someone just put a pair of lips on the piece, that wouldn't be season specific. Your artwork can be abstract if you wish.

Important Dates:

Signup: 3/25/17 to 4/1/17
Work on projects 4/1/17 to 4/30/17
Deadline for project to be in Nanner's hands: 4/30/17
Officially late as of 5/7/17.

Send $5.00 with your project please.

1. Nan
2. Clay
3. Gemme
4. nycfem / Jennifer
5. Besame
6. CCB
7. Breathless
8.amiyesiam/suzanne
9. Cara
10.
11.
12.


"For 2017, the rule is if one of our projects is received by the wrangler more than seven days after the due date, or one of us drops out of a project for whatever reason, that person is welcome to continue posting but is not allowed to sign up for a group project again until six months from the latest date that the project was supposed to be due. No exceptions. This rule applies to participants and to wranglers. Wranglers must mail out projects within one week of the latest date that the projects were supposed to be due. In addition to waiting six months before being able to join a penpal project, the person who has not met the latest deadline must post directly on the penpal thread within a week of missing the latest deadline stating that they have not adhered to the deadline (reason is welcome to be included or does not have to be) and, most importantly, the date on which they will be able to return to participating in the penpal projects. They must scroll back and add themselves to the bottom of the list of any other participants who have not met the late date for any project for 2017. If that is not done, then the member is welcome to participate in the thread with "thanks" and reps and thread chat but not to participate in any future projects for 2017. The reason for this is personal responsibility, so that we have a running record right on the thread that is easy to refer back to when needed. And for the purposes of clarification, if someone drops out before the deadline to sign up has been closed then they are not excluded from future projects because they are still following the rules.

Example: Bitsy misses the late date for a project. Within a week of that late date she must scroll down and find the most recent list of people who have missed the late date in 2017 and copy that list to a new post and add herself. Bitsy's post would look something like this:

'Sorry, I had the bird flu and missed the late date of 2/14/17. I can start participating in new projects on 8/14/17. I have added myself to the list below:

1. Tony (missed the late date of 1/28/17, able to participate 7/28/17)
2. Bitsy (missed the late date of 2/14/17, able to participate 8/14/17)'

This rule must be posted in its entirety at the bottom of all new projects that are being wrangled so that members can thoughtfully consider whether we wish to commit to a new project."

I love working small. Looking forward to this very much! ❤

[Logicaly]

Alright, I went and researched what these twinchies are and so I think I am going to jump in and try my hand at this one.


1. Nan
2. Clay
3. Gemme
4. nycfem / Jennifer
5. Besame
6. CCB
7. Breathless
8.amiyesiam/suzanne
9. Cara
10. Logicaly
11.
12.

[Gemme]

TWO more days before the sign up closes!!!!! If you know someone that might enjoy this project, give them a push to sign up. It'll be fun!


1. Nan
2. Clay
3. Gemme
4. nycfem / Jennifer
5. Besame
6. CCB
7. Breathless
8. amiyesiam/suzanne
9. Cara
10. Logicaly
11.
12.
13.

[nanners]

Last day to sign up...I will close the signups as of midnight tonight, so your post must be on the thread before then if you wish to participate.

Project: Twinchies

Quantity you need to make: one for each person that signs up
Theme: The 4 seasons with a twist.
Instructions: Choose one season, and make a twinchie for each person that signs up for the project.
Thinking of that season, incorporate something that makes you have a connection with that season specifically...as in Gemme's wonderful ideas:
Examples:
The gardeners in the group could do pieces with fruits and veggies according to what season they ripen. The fashionistas could do dresses or wraps according to season or the materials used during a certain season....linen sus velvet, for example.
Some things happen throughout the year, regardless of season. How would someone make those things season specific? Using Besame's suggestion of kissing, for example.
If someone throws snowflakes in the background of people kissing, that would be obvious, or if there's a close up of someone kissing someone else's sunburned shoulder with a yellow background, that would be obvious. But if someone just put a pair of lips on the piece, that wouldn't be season specific. Your artwork can be abstract if you wish.

Important Dates:

Signup: 3/25/17 to 4/1/17
Deadline for project to be in Nanner's hands: 4/30/17
Officially late as of 5/7/17.

Send $5.00 with your project please.

1. Nan
2. Clay
3. Gemme
4. nycfem / Jennifer
5. Besame
6. CCB
7. Breathless
8.amiyesiam/suzanne
9. Cara
10. Logicaly
11.
12.


"For 2017, the rule is if one of our projects is received by the wrangler more than seven days after the due date, or one of us drops out of a project for whatever reason, that person is welcome to continue posting but is not allowed to sign up for a group project again until six months from the latest date that the project was supposed to be due. No exceptions. This rule applies to participants and to wranglers. Wranglers must mail out projects within one week of the latest date that the projects were supposed to be due. In addition to waiting six months before being able to join a penpal project, the person who has not met the latest deadline must post directly on the penpal thread within a week of missing the latest deadline stating that they have not adhered to the deadline (reason is welcome to be included or does not have to be) and, most importantly, the date on which they will be able to return to participating in the penpal projects. They must scroll back and add themselves to the bottom of the list of any other participants who have not met the late date for any project for 2017. If that is not done, then the member is welcome to participate in the thread with "thanks" and reps and thread chat but not to participate in any future projects for 2017. The reason for this is personal responsibility, so that we have a running record right on the thread that is easy to refer back to when needed. And for the purposes of clarification, if someone drops out before the deadline to sign up has been closed then they are not excluded from future projects because they are still following the rules.

Example: Bitsy misses the late date for a project. Within a week of that late date she must scroll down and find the most recent list of people who have missed the late date in 2017 and copy that list to a new post and add herself. Bitsy's post would look something like this:

'Sorry, I had the bird flu and missed the late date of 2/14/17. I can start participating in new projects on 8/14/17. I have added myself to the list below:

1. Tony (missed the late date of 1/28/17, able to participate 7/28/17)
2. Bitsy (missed the late date of 2/14/17, able to participate 8/14/17)'

This rule must be posted in its entirety at the bottom of all new projects that are being wrangled so that members can thoughtfully consider whether we wish to commit to a new project."

[GeorgiaMa'am]

1. Nan
2. Clay
3. Gemme
4. nycfem / Jennifer
5. Besame
6. CCB
7. Breathless
8. amiyesiam/suzanne
9. Cara
10. Logicaly
11. GeorgiaMa'am
12.
13.


...............

[Tommi]

TWO more days before the sign up closes!!!!! If you know someone that might enjoy this project, give them a push to sign up. It'll be fun!


1. Nan
2. Clay
3. Gemme
4. nycfem / Jennifer
5. Besame
6. CCB
7. Breathless
8. amiyesiam/suzanne
9. Cara
10. Logicaly
11.GeorgiaMa'am
12. Tommi
13.


:moonstars: left hand typing...broken dominate right hand in cast waving Hello over here.

[nanners]

Sign up is now closed. (I was supposed to add Tommi and forgot to, so I am letting Tommi in even though it was 3am when hy realized I had failed to do so).

Happy Twinchie making! Please make 10 Twinchies and have them in my hands by 4/30/17. I will PM my address to everyone in a week or so.

Project: Twinchies

Quantity you need to make: one for each person that signs up, so that would be ten.
Theme: The 4 seasons with a twist.
Instructions: Choose one season, and make a twinchie for each person that signs up for the project.
Thinking of that season, incorporate something that makes you have a connection with that season specifically...as in Gemme's wonderful ideas:
Examples:
The gardeners in the group could do pieces with fruits and veggies according to what season they ripen. The fashionistas could do dresses or wraps according to season or the materials used during a certain season....linen sus velvet, for example.
Some things happen throughout the year, regardless of season. How would someone make those things season specific? Using Besame's suggestion of kissing, for example.
If someone throws snowflakes in the background of people kissing, that would be obvious, or if there's a close up of someone kissing someone else's sunburned shoulder with a yellow background, that would be obvious. But if someone just put a pair of lips on the piece, that wouldn't be season specific. Your artwork can be abstract if you wish.

Important Dates:

Signup: 3/25/17 to 4/1/17
Deadline for project to be in Nanner's hands: 4/30/17
Officially late as of 5/7/17.

Send $5.00 with your project please.

1. Nan
2. Clay
3. Gemme
4. nycfem / Jennifer
5. Besame
6. CCB
7. Breathless
8.amiyesiam/suzanne
9. Cara
10. Logicaly
11. Tommi
12.


"For 2017, the rule is if one of our projects is received by the wrangler more than seven days after the due date, or one of us drops out of a project for whatever reason, that person is welcome to continue posting but is not allowed to sign up for a group project again until six months from the latest date that the project was supposed to be due. No exceptions. This rule applies to participants and to wranglers. Wranglers must mail out projects within one week of the latest date that the projects were supposed to be due. In addition to waiting six months before being able to join a penpal project, the person who has not met the latest deadline must post directly on the penpal thread within a week of missing the latest deadline stating that they have not adhered to the deadline (reason is welcome to be included or does not have to be) and, most importantly, the date on which they will be able to return to participating in the penpal projects. They must scroll back and add themselves to the bottom of the list of any other participants who have not met the late date for any project for 2017. If that is not done, then the member is welcome to participate in the thread with "thanks" and reps and thread chat but not to participate in any future projects for 2017. The reason for this is personal responsibility, so that we have a running record right on the thread that is easy to refer back to when needed. And for the purposes of clarification, if someone drops out before the deadline to sign up has been closed then they are not excluded from future projects because they are still following the rules.

Example: Bitsy misses the late date for a project. Within a week of that late date she must scroll down and find the most recent list of people who have missed the late date in 2017 and copy that list to a new post and add herself. Bitsy's post would look something like this:

'Sorry, I had the bird flu and missed the late date of 2/14/17. I can start participating in new projects on 8/14/17. I have added myself to the list below:

1. Tony (missed the late date of 1/28/17, able to participate 7/28/17)
2. Bitsy (missed the late date of 2/14/17, able to participate 8/14/17)'

This rule must be posted in its entirety at the bottom of all new projects that are being wrangled so that members can thoughtfully consider whether we wish to commit to a new project."

[Gemme]

Sign up is now closed. (I was supposed to add Tommi and forgot to, so I am letting Tommi in even though it was 3am when hy realized I had failed to do so).

Happy Twinchie making! Please make 10 Twinchies and have them in my hands by 4/30/17. I will PM my address to everyone in a week or so.

Project: Twinchies

Quantity you need to make: one for each person that signs up, so that would be ten.
Theme: The 4 seasons with a twist.
Instructions: Choose one season, and make a twinchie for each person that signs up for the project.
Thinking of that season, incorporate something that makes you have a connection with that season specifically...as in Gemme's wonderful ideas:
Examples:
The gardeners in the group could do pieces with fruits and veggies according to what season they ripen. The fashionistas could do dresses or wraps according to season or the materials used during a certain season....linen sus velvet, for example.
Some things happen throughout the year, regardless of season. How would someone make those things season specific? Using Besame's suggestion of kissing, for example.
If someone throws snowflakes in the background of people kissing, that would be obvious, or if there's a close up of someone kissing someone else's sunburned shoulder with a yellow background, that would be obvious. But if someone just put a pair of lips on the piece, that wouldn't be season specific. Your artwork can be abstract if you wish.

Important Dates:

Signup: 3/25/17 to 4/1/17
Deadline for project to be in Nanner's hands: 4/30/17
Officially late as of 5/7/17.

Send $5.00 with your project please.

1. Nan
2. Clay
3. Gemme
4. nycfem / Jennifer
5. Besame
6. CCB
7. Breathless
8.amiyesiam/suzanne
9. Cara
10. Logicaly
11. Tommi
12.


"For 2017, the rule is if one of our projects is received by the wrangler more than seven days after the due date, or one of us drops out of a project for whatever reason, that person is welcome to continue posting but is not allowed to sign up for a group project again until six months from the latest date that the project was supposed to be due. No exceptions. This rule applies to participants and to wranglers. Wranglers must mail out projects within one week of the latest date that the projects were supposed to be due. In addition to waiting six months before being able to join a penpal project, the person who has not met the latest deadline must post directly on the penpal thread within a week of missing the latest deadline stating that they have not adhered to the deadline (reason is welcome to be included or does not have to be) and, most importantly, the date on which they will be able to return to participating in the penpal projects. They must scroll back and add themselves to the bottom of the list of any other participants who have not met the late date for any project for 2017. If that is not done, then the member is welcome to participate in the thread with "thanks" and reps and thread chat but not to participate in any future projects for 2017. The reason for this is personal responsibility, so that we have a running record right on the thread that is easy to refer back to when needed. And for the purposes of clarification, if someone drops out before the deadline to sign up has been closed then they are not excluded from future projects because they are still following the rules.

Example: Bitsy misses the late date for a project. Within a week of that late date she must scroll down and find the most recent list of people who have missed the late date in 2017 and copy that list to a new post and add herself. Bitsy's post would look something like this:

'Sorry, I had the bird flu and missed the late date of 2/14/17. I can start participating in new projects on 8/14/17. I have added myself to the list below:

1. Tony (missed the late date of 1/28/17, able to participate 7/28/17)
2. Bitsy (missed the late date of 2/14/17, able to participate 8/14/17)'

This rule must be posted in its entirety at the bottom of all new projects that are being wrangled so that members can thoughtfully consider whether we wish to commit to a new project."


11 Twinchies!!!! GeorgiaMa'am signed up yesterday!!!!

[nycfem]

1. Nan
2. Clay
3. Gemme
4. nycfem / Jennifer
5. Besame
6. CCB
7. Breathless
8.amiyesiam/suzanne
9. Cara
10. Logicaly
11. Tommi
12. GeorgiaMa'am

So that means everyone sends Nanners 11 twinchies.

[nanners]

I stand corrected! I have added Georgia Ma'am's name back on the list, sorry about that!
We are to make 11 Twinchies each.


Project: Twinchies

Quantity you need to make: one for each person that signs up, so that would be ten.
Theme: The 4 seasons with a twist.
Instructions: Choose one season, and make a twinchie for each person that signs up for the project.
Thinking of that season, incorporate something that makes you have a connection with that season specifically...as in Gemme's wonderful ideas:
Examples:
The gardeners in the group could do pieces with fruits and veggies according to what season they ripen. The fashionistas could do dresses or wraps according to season or the materials used during a certain season....linen sus velvet, for example.
Some things happen throughout the year, regardless of season. How would someone make those things season specific? Using Besame's suggestion of kissing, for example.
If someone throws snowflakes in the background of people kissing, that would be obvious, or if there's a close up of someone kissing someone else's sunburned shoulder with a yellow background, that would be obvious. But if someone just put a pair of lips on the piece, that wouldn't be season specific. Your artwork can be abstract if you wish.

Important Dates:

Signup: 3/25/17 to 4/1/17
Deadline for project to be in Nanner's hands: 4/30/17
Officially late as of 5/7/17.

Send $5.00 with your project please.

1. Nan
2. Clay
3. Gemme
4. nycfem / Jennifer
5. Besame
6. CCB
7. Breathless
8.amiyesiam/suzanne
9. Cara
10. Logicaly
11. GeorgiaMa'am
12. Tommi


"For 2017, the rule is if one of our projects is received by the wrangler more than seven days after the due date, or one of us drops out of a project for whatever reason, that person is welcome to continue posting but is not allowed to sign up for a group project again until six months from the latest date that the project was supposed to be due. No exceptions. This rule applies to participants and to wranglers. Wranglers must mail out projects within one week of the latest date that the projects were supposed to be due. In addition to waiting six months before being able to join a penpal project, the person who has not met the latest deadline must post directly on the penpal thread within a week of missing the latest deadline stating that they have not adhered to the deadline (reason is welcome to be included or does not have to be) and, most importantly, the date on which they will be able to return to participating in the penpal projects. They must scroll back and add themselves to the bottom of the list of any other participants who have not met the late date for any project for 2017. If that is not done, then the member is welcome to participate in the thread with "thanks" and reps and thread chat but not to participate in any future projects for 2017. The reason for this is personal responsibility, so that we have a running record right on the thread that is easy to refer back to when needed. And for the purposes of clarification, if someone drops out before the deadline to sign up has been closed then they are not excluded from future projects because they are still following the rules.

Example: Bitsy misses the late date for a project. Within a week of that late date she must scroll down and find the most recent list of people who have missed the late date in 2017 and copy that list to a new post and add herself. Bitsy's post would look something like this:

'Sorry, I had the bird flu and missed the late date of 2/14/17. I can start participating in new projects on 8/14/17. I have added myself to the list below:

1. Tony (missed the late date of 1/28/17, able to participate 7/28/17)
2. Bitsy (missed the late date of 2/14/17, able to participate 8/14/17)'

This rule must be posted in its entirety at the bottom of all new projects that are being wrangled so that members can thoughtfully consider whether we wish to commit to a new project."

[Bèsame*]

This totally cracked me up today and only this thread will understand!

I was talking about my ideas for this latest project. I said for fall, I could do this, or maybe winter I could do that. I said I really hadn't thought would spring could be...
Blaze says...what about two jack rabbits fucking?

I was going , huh??? Blank stare over my face.
Hold up, I need to get that visual out of my head.


He says, well you wanted something spicey!

Lol, lol

[Logicaly]

Picked up all my supplies tonight! Excited to get started on them.

[nycfem]

I finished mine and mailed them out! Spring break was the perfect time to do them. Nanners, please post as soon as you receive them, so I can breathe a sigh of relief :).

[cara]

Finished mine today, too! Will likely send next weekend when I have some more free time.

Cara

[nanners]

NYCfem, I'll post when I receive them. Cara, I'll pm you my address tonight. Logicaly, good for you!

[amiyesiam]

Mine went in the mail today!

[clay]

Mine are done!!!! Yay!

They will go out in mail tomorrow!

[nanners]

amiyesiam I got yours in the mail today! Great work!

NYCfem, I'm wondering if the mailman dropped yours off in the office of my building...if they don't come in the mail tomorrow I will check.

Looking forward to getting the rest!

[nycfem]

amiyesiam I got yours in the mail today! Great work!

NYCfem, I'm wondering if the mailman dropped yours off in the office of my building...if they don't come in the mail tomorrow I will check.

Looking forward to getting the rest!



Yes, please check and thank you. They should definitely be there by now!

[clay]

Mine went out in today's mail, should reach you by Monday!!!:byebye:

[nycfem]

Any news, Nanners?

[nanners]

No news yet, sorry. Do you happen to have a tracking number?

[nycfem]

No, I mailed it regular mail in a greeting card because the items were so small. I added extra stamps of course. I've been lucky in life so far with never having a piece of mail get lost so hopefully it will suddenly surprise you in the mail, and I will be delighted to hear it!

No news yet, sorry. Do you happen to have a tracking number?

[cara]

I just dropped my projects off at the Post Office. I think this is the earliest I've had mine ready and sent. Whoah. 😮

❤️ & 🎨

[nanners]

No, I mailed it regular mail in a greeting card because the items were so small. I added extra stamps of course. I've been lucky in life so far with never having a piece of mail get lost so hopefully it will suddenly surprise you in the mail, and I will be delighted to hear it!

Nothing yesterday, and I checked with the office Thursday....stay tuned after I check today's mail later. I actually have to look presentable to walk to the mailbox in my building and I am far from that currently.

I just dropped my projects off at the Post Office. I think this is the earliest I've had mine ready and sent. Whoah. 😮

❤️ & 🎨

Yeah cara! Will be looking forward to the delivery, thanks for the PM!

I'm going to finish mine this weekend. I've had the nastiest cold since last Sunday and if I can stop coughing long enough to set up my work space it would be good. Sighhhh....currently hot tea with honey and ginger on my agenda along with yet another nap. Wish my sweetheart were here to make me chicken soup!

[Gemme]

No, I mailed it regular mail in a greeting card because the items were so small. I added extra stamps of course. I've been lucky in life so far with never having a piece of mail get lost so hopefully it will suddenly surprise you in the mail, and I will be delighted to hear it!

Did you have them mark it non-machineable (unfortunately, this doesn't always work anyway) or have them hand cancel it or send it as a package instead of a letter? Even though the pieces are small, they might have clumped up enough to get jammed in the machines. If that's the case, you might be in a pickle.

I learned this lesson in the tea exchange. I was told they were fine as is when I mailed them out and they were marked non-machineable but still wound up getting sliced up, although I think it was the mail carriers since they were clean slices and it was nearly all of them that I sent out. Never send a loose tea bag....I think they thought it was pot. Yeah, ginger and cinnamon teas. Smoke that!

[nanners]

No mail from you today NYCfem....sorry. Maybe it's just waiting to make my Monday sun shiney cuz when you work M-F Mondays kinda suck.

[clay]

Did you have them mark it non-machineable (unfortunately, this doesn't always work anyway) or have them hand cancel it or send it as a package instead of a letter? Even though the pieces are small, they might have clumped up enough to get jammed in the machines. If that's the case, you might be in a pickle.

I learned this lesson in the tea exchange. I was told they were fine as is when I mailed them out and they were marked non-machineable but still wound up getting sliced up, although I think it was the mail carriers since they were clean slices and it was nearly all of them that I sent out. Never send a loose tea bag....I think they thought it was pot. Yeah, ginger and cinnamon teas. Smoke that!

Chuckling at Tea bag smoking remark!!! Almost choked on my oatmeal!!

I almost always mark my packages "Hand Cancel, please!

I know that some of you gets a big chuckle when I write on my packages..."Do NOT fold, bend, spindle, or mutilate" on my packages, but hey, it gets them there in one piece!!!

[cara]

Looks like my letter was delivered to your mailbox today, Nanners. Hooray!

Cara

[nanners]

I'm getting some delightful mail these days!

So far:


1. Nanners - changed ideas at least 4 times now...LOL!
2. Clay - RECEIVED
3. Gemme
4. nycfem / Jennifer - en route
5. Besame
6. CCB
7. Breathless
8. amiyesiam/suzanne - RECEIVED
9. Cara - RECEIVED
10. Logicaly
11. GeorgiaMa'am
12. Tommi

[Breathless]

mind is also en route.. and should be received by wednesday... finally.. ON TIME! lol

[Breathless]

Hey its already in Ohio at customs!! lol.. here you can follow with me.. tracking #8928394506 dhl
I have already looked twice. ha

And I just saw my typo above.. mind over maddddddder... lmao it is going to drive me crazy.

[Gemme]

Hey, nan! Please check your email. I have a question before I can send mine out. Thanks!

[nanners]

Today's update!

1. Nanners - changed ideas at least 4 times now...LOL!
2. Clay - RECEIVED
3. Gemme
4. nycfem / Jennifer - en route
5. Besame
6. CCB
7. Breathless - RECEIVED
8. amiyesiam/suzanne - RECEIVED
9. Cara - RECEIVED
10. Logicaly
11. GeorgiaMa'am
12. Tommi

nycfem....nothing today. Sorry.
I think they're coming by Pony Express but it's a long way from NY to MN! Also, I think this rider left without her whip...so the pony is just tra la laing along in no hurry...but seriously...I do hope they come tomorrow.

How is everyone else doing?

Gemme, did you get my answer? You do have the correct address.

[Gemme]

I did, thank you. I hope to send it out this morning if I can get up and at 'em early enough before work.

[Gemme]

My package went out yesterday, nanners. I was worried about tracking so I sent it in a priority envelope. It should reach you by Friday at the latest.

[nanners]

Today's update!

1. Nanners - changed ideas at least 4 times now...LOL!
2. Clay - RECEIVED
3. Gemme - en route
4. nycfem / Jennifer - en route
5. Besame
6. CCB
7. Breathless - RECEIVED
8. amiyesiam/suzanne - RECEIVED
9. Cara - RECEIVED
10. Logicaly
11. GeorgiaMa'am
12. Tommi

nycfem...nothing yet!
How are the rest of you doing?

[nycfem]

Since mine haven't arrived yet and it's been at least two weeks... I think it's safe to say I better do another round of twinchies and send them so that I don't get booted for the rest of the year! And if BOTH my twinchies arrive, y'all will get double the fun! Nanners, my second envelope says on it "2nd Try"-- I will work on it this weekend and then mail out!

[candy_coated_bitch]

I'm going to need the weekend to finish and will send priority on Monday.

[Gemme]

Since mine haven't arrived yet and it's been at least two weeks... I think it's safe to say I better do another round of twinchies and send them so that I don't get booted for the rest of the year! And if BOTH my twinchies arrive, y'all will get double the fun! Nanners, my second envelope says on it "2nd Try"-- I will work on it this weekend and then mail out!

I was hoping you'd say this. Looking forward to seeing what you come up with. Again. lol

[nanners]

Since mine haven't arrived yet and it's been at least two weeks... I think it's safe to say I better do another round of twinchies and send them so that I don't get booted for the rest of the year! And if BOTH my twinchies arrive, y'all will get double the fun! Nanners, my second envelope says on it "2nd Try"-- I will work on it this weekend and then mail out! I'm so glad you decided this but I'm so sorry the USPS is not always cooperative with us! Thank you for doing them twice. If I do get both sets I'll send your 2nd $5 back to you with the wrangled project.



I'm going to need the weekend to finish and will send priority on Monday. Great!

[Bèsame*]

You know I was calm and prepared when I started this project.
However, I just moved and I was going thru boxes and setting up my craft room and working on this project. You know, it's hard to remember where you put things..lol

I started reading how some where getting sent out as I was ordering a piece! Then there was Blaze, reading and telling me, you better hurry up!

Well, you will receive mine today, on time. Only with one small glitch. ..my money will come seperatly! Lol

[candy_coated_bitch]

Since mine haven't arrived yet and it's been at least two weeks... I think it's safe to say I better do another round of twinchies and send them so that I don't get booted for the rest of the year! And if BOTH my twinchies arrive, y'all will get double the fun! Nanners, my second envelope says on it "2nd Try"-- I will work on it this weekend and then mail out!

You poor thing!! But looking forward to whatever you do.

[Logicaly]

Mine are being dropped in the post today! I will send it priority to ensure it arrives on time.

[nanners]

Today's update!

1. Nanners - changed ideas at least 4 times now...LOL!
2. Clay - RECEIVED
3. Gemme -RECEIVED
4. nycfem / Jennifer - working on 2nd set... :rrose:
5. Besame RECEIVED
6. CCB
7. Breathless - RECEIVED
8. amiyesiam/suzanne - RECEIVED
9. Cara - RECEIVED
10. Logicaly
11. GeorgiaMa'am
12. Tommi

[nanners]

Today's update!

1. Nanners -RECEIVED
2. Clay - RECEIVED
3. Gemme -RECEIVED
4. nycfem / Jennifer - working on 2nd set... :rrose:
5. Besame RECEIVED
6. CCB
7. Breathless - RECEIVED
8. amiyesiam/suzanne - RECEIVED
9. Cara - RECEIVED
10. Logicaly RECEIVED
11. GeorgiaMa'am
12. Tommi

We have some amazing artists in this group! They are all very nice, but wait until you see Besame's project! She went above and beyond...what a nice surprise! Thanks Besame!

[nycfem]

I mailed out my "2nd try" this morning :).

[candy_coated_bitch]

I'm really struggling you guys. I know if I work hard I can get them in just under the wire, but I'm feeling defeated and worried. Pep talks appreciated!

[nycfem]

I am sorry you are having a hard time and glad that you reached out. I very much individualized my first set which took longer of course but made them kind of extra special. In doing the second set with more limited time, I did the same style for all the cards. I like how they came out even though they are not personalized. So my advice is maybe to try doing the same. You will feel really good when you get them out.

[Gemme]

I'm really struggling you guys. I know if I work hard I can get them in just under the wire, but I'm feeling defeated and worried. Pep talks appreciated!

I did suuuuuper simple, girl. Don't overthink things. I did some color and played with water reaction, then I cut the paper, did some stamping and edged it then called it a day. Super simple.

[candy_coated_bitch]

Good advice both of you. Thanks. I will pull these out of my ass one way or another tonight.

[Breathless]

I simply chose my season, and took to the drawing board, I doodled up my idea, and it is one of my favourite things of the season. Overthinking it tends to complicate the project. It doesn't need to be complicated. Pick a season, what is representative of that season for you? Put to paper and pretty it up! You got this!

[Gemme]

Good advice both of you. Thanks. I will pull these out of my ass one way or another tonight.

You can do it!

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[GeorgiaMa'am]

I'm really struggling you guys. I know if I work hard I can get them in just under the wire, but I'm feeling defeated and worried. Pep talks appreciated!

You're not alone CCB. I will get mine there under the wire, but just barely. I'm having a hard time rustling up the motivation.

[GeorgiaMa'am]

Hey, Crafty Peeps! My twinchies are done. They will go in FedEx tomorrow for Friday delivery, nanners.

[Gemme]

Excellent, Georgia!

[candy_coated_bitch]

"For 2017, the rule is if one of our projects is received by the wrangler more than seven days after the due date, or one of us drops out of a project for whatever reason, that person is welcome to continue posting but is not allowed to sign up for a group project again until six months from the latest date that the project was supposed to be due. No exceptions. This rule applies to participants and to wranglers. Wranglers must mail out projects within one week of the latest date that the projects were supposed to be due. In addition to waiting six months before being able to join a penpal project, the person who has not met the latest deadline must post directly on the penpal thread within a week of missing the latest deadline stating that they have not adhered to the deadline (reason is welcome to be included or does not have to be) and, most importantly, the date on which they will be able to return to participating in the penpal projects. They must scroll back and add themselves to the bottom of the list of any other participants who have not met the late date for any project for 2017. If that is not done, then the member is welcome to participate in the thread with "thanks" and reps and thread chat but not to participate in any future projects for 2017. The reason for this is personal responsibility, so that we have a running record right on the thread that is easy to refer back to when needed. And for the purposes of clarification, if someone drops out before the deadline to sign up has been closed then they are not excluded from future projects because they are still following the rules.

Example: Bitsy misses the late date for a project. Within a week of that late date she must scroll down and find the most recent list of people who have missed the late date in 2017 and copy that list to a new post and add herself. Bitsy's post would look something like this:

'Sorry, I had the bird flu and missed the late date of 2/14/17. I can start participating in new projects on 8/14/17. I have added myself to the list below:

1. Tony (missed the late date of 1/28/17, able to participate 7/28/17)
2. Bitsy (missed the late date of 2/14/17, able to participate 8/14/17)'

This rule must be posted in its entirety at the bottom of all new projects that are being wrangled so that members can thoughtfully consider whether we wish to commit to a new project."

Sorry, I am having a lot pf personal problems right now and missed the late date of 5/7/16. I can start participating in projects 11/7/14. I have added myself to the list below:

1. CCB (missed late date of 5/7/16 ab;e to participate 11/7/16)

..................

[nanners]

Today's update!

1. Nanners -RECEIVED
2. Clay - RECEIVED
3. Gemme -RECEIVED
4. nycfem / Jennifer - en route- 2nd set... :rrose:
5. Besame RECEIVED
6. CCB not participating
7. Breathless - RECEIVED
8. amiyesiam/suzanne - RECEIVED
9. Cara - RECEIVED
10. Logicaly RECEIVED
11. GeorgiaMa'am
12. Tommi RECEIVED

Nycfem, nothing today...hoping for tomorrow!
Since Fedex delivers to the office in my condo building, anything that comes on Friday or Saturday will end up there and the office is not open until Monday evening...I will package everything up and get them in the mail on Tuesday of next week so everyone should have them by the end of the week exceot possibly Breathless in Canada...depends on how quick Customs wants to be.

Is anyone thinking of wrangling next?

[Gemme]

I had some ideas but I'm open to whomever is interested and whatever they have going on.

[GeorgiaMa'am]

nanners, FedEx says they delivered my package this morning at 9:30am. Sorry, I didn't know you wouldn't get it right away!

[nanners]

1. Nanners -RECEIVED
2. Clay - RECEIVED
3. Gemme -RECEIVED
4. nycfem / Jennifer - RECEIVED
5. Besame RECEIVED
6. CCB not participating
7. Breathless - RECEIVED
8. amiyesiam/suzanne - RECEIVED
9. Cara - RECEIVED
10. Logicaly RECEIVED
11. GeorgiaMa'am RECEIVED
12. Tommi RECEIVED

Sooo, that means it's time for the wrangler to wrangle and send out! Thank you so much for participating!

Next??
Gemme, what's your idea?

[Gemme]

Ami did a project a number of years ago in which she mailed each individual the same ephemera to work with and complete the project using at least a certain percentage of those supplies (not all if you didn't want).

I'd like to do the same type of thing. It would require a bit more time as I'd have to mail out to everyone before they could really begin on the project but it worked out really well last time.

Does that sound like something that would be enjoyable to you all?

If not, I have other ideas but this one has been bouncing around in my noggin for some time now and I'd like to give it a shot if there's interest.

[nycfem]

Count me in as totally interested and also willing to pay a little more since it would cost more to do. I find this type of project so fun.

[nycfem]

Note to CCB: Please remember that you are welcome and encouraged (wink) to still participate in the thread (including related to discussion about group projects) and to do individual trades. Please don't go disappearing on us because we love you too much. Just sayin'! :)

[nycfem]

Hey, y'all, my second mailing of twinchies did arrive! I guess I will just never know what became of the first package but I'm hoping that one day it will turn up. You never know!

[Breathless]

Im game! Not quite sure what the project is, however it sounds fun just the same ;-)

[homoe]

I'm not sure either what exactly the project is, but I've been waiting to jump in on something I think I could handle...

[Soft*Silver]

I think I remember doing this project years ago. I might be interested in participating if i could learn more about it.

[Gemme]

I was thinking of having an open topic and just giving you size and material parameters but allowing the subject to be up to the participants. If that's not preferred, I would offer a more specific theme.

There's a lot of gray area with rounds like this, but that can be part of the fun. You can really let your imagination go wild and free.

I think it would be great for newbies to get their feet wet!

[Gemme]

I think I remember doing this project years ago. I might be interested in participating if i could learn more about it.

I believe it was one of the triptych projects, if my memory holds.

[Bèsame*]

Hmmmm....sending us a common denomination for a project sounds very interesting.

Here is an idea to throw out...have us go find what you want..example...use the words, title, picture of page 34 of whatever magazine.

The wrapper off of something

The resident address of junk mail

Something common that we can all get our hands on, no matter what part of the country we are in.

Just food for thought...

[Soft*Silver]

ok I am in. I have been wanting to do a project. My creative mind needs stroked..lol

[clay]

Hmmmm....sending us a common denomination for a project sounds very interesting.

Here is an idea to throw out...have us go find what you want..example...use the words, title, picture of page 34 of whatever magazine.

The wrapper off of something

The resident address of junk mail

Something common that we can all get our hands on, no matter what part of the country we are in.

Just food for thought...

These are great ideas, but I wouldn't want my "resident address" label on a project...that is just my own thoughts...

For me, having all the ephemera come with is very appealing. I am "betwixt & between" for the moment....so having little to NO crafting supplies, getting them in one package is great for me...anyway, just my thoughts....

[Gemme]

Hmmmm....sending us a common denomination for a project sounds very interesting.

Here is an idea to throw out...have us go find what you want..example...use the words, title, picture of page 34 of whatever magazine.

The wrapper off of something

The resident address of junk mail

Something common that we can all get our hands on, no matter what part of the country we are in.

Just food for thought...

I think that there is merit in this but I want to give everyone the EXACT same supplies so that everyone is starting out with the same foundation. Same colors, same materials, same brads, same ribbon, same papers, etc.

Now....there does seem to be some interest and I am totally stoked about that, so if no one has any issues with me moving forward, I would like to do so.

Anyone not want to proceed?

[nanners]

It sounds like fun,
I want to do it, but I really have to skip the next project or two...I am having surgery on my left wrist to have a tendon released on the 15th of this month, so I can't trust I'd ever get done in time...just so y'all know what's going on when you don't hear from me for a bit.

[Lyte]

I'd like to participate but I'm totally lost as to the project. Umm... what are we doing?? :p

[Gemme]

I'd like to participate but I'm totally lost as to the project. Umm... what are we doing?? :p

See below.

I was thinking of having an open topic and just giving you size and material parameters but allowing the subject to be up to the participants. If that's not preferred, I would offer a more specific theme.

There's a lot of gray area with rounds like this, but that can be part of the fun. You can really let your imagination go wild and free.

I think it would be great for newbies to get their feet wet!

With this, I'd send a package to everyone that signs up. There would be additional time in order for the package to arrive. Once everyone has their packages, the work part of it would kick in with the usual 4-ish weeks of time to complete and return to me to redistribute.

At this time, I have a theme in mind if the open theme idea scares folks. Sometimes having too much freedom can be overwhelming.

I will say that I've thought more about Besame's idea of a scavenger hunt project and I'm loving that too, but I would list things like include at least: 1 piece of washi tape, some ribbon, a button and the color blue, for example, instead of the initial ideas (though I know she was just pfa'ing it).

If the majority would prefer that style, then we can certainly do that as it's similar in nature to what I initially suggested.

Can I get a show of hands for each project, please?

[clay]

See below.



With this, I'd send a package to everyone that signs up. There would be additional time in order for the package to arrive. Once everyone has their packages, the work part of it

Can I get a show of hands for each project, please?

snipped part of Gemme's post



I vote for the same package, same ingredients, & such for this project and all of my craft supplies are packed up & will be for next few months. I DO have some glue, some sand, and a few embellishments & stickers with me now. So, a pre packaged deal would be awesome for me. Plus I would like to see each one's individual interpretations for the identical ingredients.

I would like to add that maybe each of us chip in a couple extra bucks to the $5 we usually send, as Gemme One is packaging & mailing these items twice! Just my own humble opine...:)


BTW...what is "pfa'ing" it mean...(totally clueless butch here...:]

[Soft*Silver]

I am SO STROKED out!!!

I vote for one theme, one identical package!

[nanners]

I've been thinking,
if Gemme sends out what we need to do this project I may participate...I will be with Clay at the end of the month and Clay will be with me most of the summer so I have help if I need it. So, with that said I vote for one where Gemme sends us the ingredients.