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Did I miss something? Who is your SSBG? Glad you had a Happy Birthday?

oh! i guess i forgot to tell who my BSS is/was! Big Oops. My wonderful BSS is/was Shey

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Awesome box!! Hope your day was AWESOME!!!
Happy Birthday!

Went to a small country quilt show held in conjunction with a farm festival yesterday. They had the cutest pin cushions filled with raw wool (wool that had just been cleaned & washed but not processed any farther). That way the lanolin from the wool is still in the fibers and will lubricate the pins when you put them in the cushion. Bought one for my SSBG there. Hope she likes it as I thought it was really neat... Chris

I have a wool farm 10 mins from me, she has her own sheep and not only makes raw wool but several different types too. She has a huge store on her farm you can see it online it's http://www.thefoldatmc.net/ - I am going back on Saturday and will get some raw wool what a great idea!

Chris...I made a few pincushions a couple years ago for the swap savedsinnr hosts, and stuffed them with the raw wool, loved them! We have friends in the country andwe often go visit their farm on long weekends. They run a bread and breakfast, and have a nice cattle farm and sheep farm, their neighbors have a winery...so needless to say visits are jolly...lol...but they gave me some scraps of wool they had after shearing the sheep, as I had mentioned I'd like to try making pincushions with the lambs wool. I brought it home and washed it and spread it out to dry...it is awesome to stuff in the pincushions so much better than polyfill,as the lanolin works wonders for the pins,and I found the pincushions to be a heavier weight? did you notice a difference in weight?

She had these pincushions in various things so it was really difficult to guess a weight. They were so cute I wanted them all and I'm not even a real fan of pincushions!
Just about anything small she had made up-cups, vases, jars, flowerpots, boxes, there was a neat metal basket (still kicking myself or not getting that one), ceramics, a cute cup with cats on it which I really wanted but didn't like the fabric on that one... Chris

OK...I'm fairly certain I'm sitting here looking at my birthday package...and bummer it's only the 13th here...2 more days and I'm ripping into it! LOL

Kentucky Sunshine-- only 1 more day (or if you are in Australia still, perhaps less than that) until your birthday!

I know, and I am so excited!!!! I'm a permanent resident in Australia Jen. until hubby retires, and then if Caleb decides he likes Oz better than the states, I may be here forever...but I love coming home for vacation!

My box weighs a ton Joy lol

Aw man, that customs form make you have to put your whole name on it - no surprise now huh?!

I'm so glad it got there before your birthday. NO PEEKING, and personally, I think you should have to wait until at least 8 am EST USA !!

I was fortunate enough in 2006 to spend a semester abroad outside Melbourne-- I SO want to go back!

Count down to Trish's birthday! We all know she hasn't peeked yet - I'm sure she's ready to dive in any minute though!

Happy Birthday Kentucky Sunshine!

Ummmmmmm, sorry to say Joy there was no waiting till 8 am your time , I've been in and out all day, so decided to wait until Caleb got home to assist...he gets so excited, you'd think it was his birthday...but that makes it all the more enjoyable for me...we are going out soon for dinner, so I will post pics later, but all I can say is WOW you have really made my day Joy...me and Caleb have really enjoyed the butterfingers...i had to ration him, and tell him too many would spoil his dinner, it appears his tastebuds are like his mommas...I love everything... and can hardly wait to show off my GREAT package!!! laters sweet taters

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Happy Birthday, Kentucky Sunshine. Hope it was a great day.

Yay ! I hope you have/had a great day ! I'm glad Caleb enjoyed the candy to...nice of you to share

OK..I am back, had trouble signing into the MB after computer updated, but here I am now ...still no pic as DH has to have a camera for work, and his batteries were dead so he borrowed mine again ...his birthday is Sunday, so I know what he needs...lol

Joy,you sent a wonderful package, filled to the brim with gorgeous fabrics (yardage and fat quarters) those batiks are just gorgeous I feel another beach themed quilt coming on love the 30's, and the tonals will be so handy! The "bags of buttons" are all gorgeous,I especially love the rainbow look ones, and the vintage ones...(who am I kidding) I LOVE ALL buttons ...the CQ fabrics are nice too, and I already have some ideas spinning in my head for their use...I just adore the vintage doilies and the hankie...the hankie is so sweet...the south Carolina cookbook has made me smile and miss being back home surrounded by all the Southern food...thank you ever so much for the Burt's Bee lip balm, it is my favorite flavor (my BSS got me hooked on it a few yeas ago) and I am thrilled with the Mexican kit you put together for me...guess what's for dinner? lol...now I just need someone to hide the butterfingers from me Thank you again for a lovely,and wonderful package that was crammed pack with everything that makes me smile!!

Joy...I really appreciate the thought you put into my package and also loved the card, very sweet...Big Hugs...and I hope your SBS spoils you as you have spoiled me!

Trish

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Happy Birthday Kentucky-Sunshine!!!!!!!

bump to top for next birthday girl.

Karen

***Oh, this is fun. My birthday gift arrived yesterday, and now only a day to wait for the grand opening; in the AM. Thanking you ahead of time.***

HAVE A GREAT DAY!

Happy Birthday Gemsq, finally you get to open that package!

Maybaby, what a wonderful birthday gift assortment of meaningful items. The box was packed, and I had planned to open them throughout the day, but, no way. It was just too enticing. I will make a long list; and do the picture later.
fabric and fabric; 7 large pieces of fabrics with dots (how cheery), and a coordinated yardage of green and floral.
---a set of 5 FQ reds that will be helpful, and motivational to complete a redwork top. Even wrapped in a red bag.
---a big, colorful spring green coated tote; with a huge frog and the statement "Live, Love, Laugh". Delightful.
---sewing supplies; always helpful with a wide/pink/120 inches long measuring tape, marking pencils, seam ripper, sewing maching needles which all are useful and needed.
---Beads! wow, what an assortment; floral in pink/purple/rose; long silver tubes, springlike green and pearl teardrop tags; silver 1/2 inch butterfly 3-D charms.
----papers which I appreciate; notepad, self-stick floral pads, and most personal, notecards of purple pansies created from photographs taken by your husband! So you are both creative!
---state of Tennessee remembrances: fridge magnet to decorate my fridge; a pop cooler with the state color and "T", and stick 'em notes that are always useful. I have visited Tennessee and loved it and appreciate the beauty. Spent some time in Gatlingburg. Will look up your area.
---and lastly, after all these items, is the cutest cheery bunny and carrots kitchen towel, with a touch of glitter.
Hope I didn't forget anything. This is SO much, please share your other goodies with friends or whoever; I am most appreciative of all these items. and will think of you fondly, and hope we perhaps can even meet someday. And hope you have a very happy birthday as well.
Thank you; thank you.

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I am glad you liked everything. I had been gathering since I got your name and had your printed wish list in my purse. I have some special quilt blocks that I will share with you later-they were gifted to me and appear to be from older fabrics. You'll just find a surprise in your mailbox someday. Hope you have a wonderful Birthday! Karen

Have a happy day

Happy Birthday....

Happy Birthday Gemsq!!

Hope you had a very happy birthday! Can't wait to see the pictures

Happy Birthday my ssbg from last year.

***Thanks again for all the best wishes; and for the wonderful gifts from Maybaby. All are appreciated. I didn't have access to camera, but now I'm hoping to be able to post the picture, in the right size.***

Gemsq- I love the dot fabrics! Quite a haul!

H a p p y B i r t h d a y to QUILTER JEN

Thank you A box arrived yesterday, but my mom took it hostage until I get home from work

awww, something to look forward to (I hope)

Happy belated birthday GEMSQ! & Happy Birthday QUilter Jen! Hope you both had/have wonderful days!

I've been MIA ... buried in the bathroom in tiles and grout! Am getting too old for this type of work but in the end I'll have a nice new walk-in shower and I'll actually smell purty! Can't wait to turn on that hot water!

Quilter Jen, you share a birthday with my DGD.
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Happy Birthday Quilter Jen! Can`t wait to see your haul.

Happy birthday Quilter Jen and all the March Birthday babies.Hope you all have a wonderful day.

Gone Sewin (Lori) was my SSBG partner... she did GREAT! Lots of goodies and surprises:

* a quilted bday postcard
* a cool pink/fushia embroidered bag
* a geode-like pendant
* (extra gift)- Can You Keep a Secret (I have read it but don't own it- thanks a lot!)
* honey pretzels AND blackcurrent jam AND good dark chocolate AND a package of rock candy
* embroidered ribbon and other lace motifs/ribbons for crazy quilting (including a shamrock for March)
* FOUR! half-yards of fall batiks
* table runner pattern
* stack of colorful memo papers (my 3rd and 4th graders will be jealous )
* a handmade pin cushion with flowers quilted
* machine embroidered fall towels that will look perfect in my bathroom this autumn

Thanks so much!

Happy Birthday quilter jen big hugs, looks like Lori spoiled you good and proper

***Happy Birthday Jen and have a great year. I just had my birthday treat from Maybaby, and aren't they great? Love your goodies too!***

Big Happy Birthday wishes to all of our March baby girs !!

Thanks everyone

WOW! See what happens when we don't have any birthdays? This thread was on page #3! Looks like our next B'Day isn't until the 20th.

Ladies, Thank You so much for making this a wonderful Swap. All the gifts have been super and I'm sure all the recipient shave enjoyed each and every one of them.

Thought I would throw this out there....

Mine is coming up in July.. the big 60 and I've always had a dream ... my dream car. So... whoever has my name, if you happen to hit the lottery for a couple million and want to splurge, I've always dreamed of owning a Navy Blue Convertible Mercedes LOL! Hubby says the closest I might get to it is a VW... that's fine as I love them too

A package arrived today....I am so excited. There is a stack of envelopes and now a cardboard box....I don't know if I can wait till the 20th, it's only the 10th....maybe the days will go fast...yea, right! Anyway, thank you so much for sending it and I am sure I will love everything. Jackie

gee nicki...

i love your dream car and wish too... but.. i do believe that may be breaking the rules..

"Your gift(s) should be valued at $25. PLEASE adhere to the guideline of $25 no more, no less to make it fair for all concerned. "

unless they can find you a toy one... lol..

Shey, Those rules don't count for me - I'm the Hostess LOL! Waiting for the PowerBall to be called tonight - maybe I'll be able to buy my own!

*ahem* *AHEM*

I know this is late.... and a bit whiney... and I am *really new here... but is there anyway I can join in? I never get any presents for my birthday (no-- really, I don't!) and I would love it if I can feel a little bit thought of this year. I know, it is corny but I hate my birthday because I feel forgotten. So... if you have a flakey person... I can be not flakey! (well, most of the time!)
Jolene

Hi Jolene

Welcome to the board. We're a great bunch of ladies who are always up to something fun so don't hestitate to jump in.

Unfortuanetly the SSBG signups take place in November each year and names are matched up by January 1st. This year I think I will start signups a little early - maybe in October so be on the lookout. If you would like to send me your name, address and birthday, M or email I will put you on the list should someone drop out before the end of the year. My email addy is bnickilee at AOL dot com.... typed out for security reasons.