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Good Old Fashion Fabric Swap

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Swap Coordinator:igobylorib (contact)
Swap categories: Fabric 
Number of people in swap:16
Location:Regional - US and Canada
Type:None
Last day to signup/drop:March 30, 2009
Date items must be sent by:April 30, 2009
Number of swap partners:2
Description:

I know there are MANY fabric collectors (or hoarders as I am commonly refered to by my husband) out there and I thought this would be a great swap for us. After signing up, You MUST list in the comments section ATLEAST 3 favorite colors (you can also include color combos you like) as well as ATLEAST 3 favorite patterns / themes you like as well. Remember the more options you list the easier it is is for your partners to chose from because they might already have it in their stash vs having to buy it.

We will have two partners and you must send two FQ's to each parter: one from the color section and one from the pattern / theme section. If you partner likes polka dots (like me) you can send polka dot fabric from their color choice as well as there pattern choice.

Working on a quilt and need FQ's for it, have an idea for a new project, or just want to increase your stash of a particular color or pattern then this is the swap for you.

There are only a few requirements: * You must have a 4.8 rating or highter - that can not include any 1 within the last 3 months * Please DO NOT send solid fabric for the color section. * Please send 100% cotton fabrics ONLY for this swap * Please do not just use your stash if it does not fit your partners list. Everyone in this swap is trying to get fabric they want so let's try to really please our partners * Please do not list manufactures names. Many of us may have your fabric already and/or do not have a "local quilt" shop and this will make it harder for your partner to meet you needs :)

Money is tight for everyone so I am going to keep this a US/Canada swap since you might have to purchase FQ's for your partners.

have fun and thanks for aiding in my fabric obsession :)

hugs- lorib

Discussion

igobylorib 03/20/2009 #

Color Choices: 1. red - bright to dark (no burgundy please) 2. green (light to med shades (I LOVE leaf green 3. orange 4. yellow - medium to mustard 5. Blue (baby blue, aqua, robins egg, navy) 6. combos: aqua/red, red/yellow, red/orange

Patterns / Themes: 1. polka dots (I love white fabric with one of the above color or color fabric with white dots - small to medium dots ROCK) 2. small florals (I love anything that looks or is vintage) 3. stars (please nothing patriotic looking) - think fun stars like rainbow colors, or any of the above mentioned colors 4. prints with cute elephants, giraffes, deer (I do love japanese prints) 5. prints with cute mushrooms (Hancock & Joanns has cute ones)

I also LOVE thrifted pillow cases in floral patterns as well as thrifted sheets (easily cut to a FQ size)

I collect thimbles and am missing quite a few states. If any of my partners is from one of the states listed on my profile, I'd love a thimble for my collection and will send you a goodies package in return based on your profile or special request.

grannylove60 03/20/2009 #

I love fabric and can always use some different colors/themes for making dotees. Got this one in my watch for now.

Homerof2 03/20/2009 #

Color choices: bright pink, dark purple, lime green, dark green, yellows in medium to dark shades, combos of black/white and fabric with the colors of the rainbow (but not with rainbows)

Patterns/Themes: candy of any kind, popcorn, crayons, Christmas themes (but no santa, please), any kind of food other than fruits and vegetables

moosemama 03/20/2009 #

I LOVE fabric!! I will take just about anything-I like red calicos, moose or woodsy themes, sewing themes, Christmas (no santas)something purple, patchwork type print....or, you can just surprise me!

Turtle17 03/20/2009 #

Colors: pink (baby girl pink), teal or black. I love the combination of pink and black, or pink, black and white. Also like the combination of teal and purple.

I love paisley prints. I collect fabric with any turtle :) I like small floral prints with multi-colored flowers.

littlecumulus 03/20/2009 #

What a great swap! I love bright colors -- turquoises are a favorite, as are yellows and oranges (but don't feel like you have to just stick to those). I don't so much like baby pastel prints or the muted, darker, country-ish color palate. For prints, I LOVE dots of any kind, modern floral or abstract designs, 30s repro fabric, mushrooms (I don't have any but would love to start a collection of those), and modern animal silhouettes. Surprises are also nice! I have photos of some recent creations on my blog if you want a visual on some of the things I like: littlecumulus.blogspot.com. Thank you thank you thank you!

katrina314159 03/21/2009 #

Colours: reds, blues, yellows, pink, i like brights and really deep colours.

Prints: paisleys, polka dots, stripes

I'm currently collecting for a charm quilt, so I would like to get anything different, really. I don't really love darker colours or neutrals. I don't have any black and white prints, so that would be good as well.

katrina314159 03/21/2009 #

Oh and cherries.

igobylorib 03/21/2009 #

Everyone has such great lists and I love people who LOVE fabric so much they'll take any :)

identityseven 03/23/2009 #

colors: neutrals / pink / true red / mossy green / bark brown / violet

patterns: batiks (especially in neutrals) - japanese prints {the cute kind like ants / nursery rhymes / animals dressed like children / mushrooms} - bees - laundry / clothesline - houses - numbers - alphabet - robots - monkeys

Craftlover10101 03/25/2009 #

Colors: robin egg, turquoise, mints, lavenders

Patterns: cherry's, houses, chickens (not the country red barn look), roses (i love shabby chic), dolls, monkeys, dogs, cats, fine line swirly patterns

aolsonjax13 03/26/2009 #

Colors: any type of dark green, dark orange and dark brown Patterns: not too picky on patterns, but the colors are all for grown up quilts. So nothing novelty.

crosswind 03/28/2009 #

Colors: robin's egg blue, red/aqua combo, orange/turquoise combo, black/white combo, lime green, orange, chocolate brown

Patterns: fairies, woodland creatures (deer, owl, hedgehog etc), japanese prints, polka dots, pinups, birds, trees, matryoshka, butterflies, pears, silhouettes, monkeys

I love unique prints and beautiful colors - things with a vintage feel.

ladydy5 03/29/2009 #

Solid colors: Black, Blue Prints: polka dots, strips, vintage,

Claudia 03/29/2009 #

Dark Reds, Dark Oranges, Dark Greens, Dark Browns: small polka dots. tone on tone, moose/deer, owls

pinkdiamond 03/29/2009 #

I'm preparing for a new venture with a new quilt that will be done in batiks. I like the brighter earth tones in particular reds, greens, and earthy tans.

Pocketgnome 03/30/2009 #

I would really take anything cheerful. I LOVE Japanese prints, polka dots, retro, vintage, and like Igobylorib, I also love repurposed linens (pillowcases or sheets cut into fqs).

Colors: Anything bright and cheerful Patterns: Japanese, dots, etc... boy themed prints would be great too. :)

Yay, I'm glad I found this before the deadline.

ThePinkPosy 03/30/2009 #

Colors/color combos I am currently loving are: robins egg blue/brown red/black/white turquoise/red

Patterns I enjoy: cupcakes/sweets/desserts owls shoes

Thanks, this will be fun

tinymatchboxstudio 04/ 1/2009 #

Bright color...reds, raspberry, pinks, blues, teal, aqua, purples, oranges, yellows, lime green,....also love black and white. My latest color cravings/pairings... retro aqua/tomato red; hot pink/bright yellow; hot pink/orange; orange/bright aqua; purple/yellow; and black/white.

Prints- fun flowers like the retro daisy, or tiny flower prints on black or bright colors. Crazy about all polka dots and I like stripes, plaids, and tiny prints. Finally, I would love to receive the fun Japanese kawaii prints...like the ones with pigs, cupcakes, kitty, deers,cherries etc. The stuff on my icky list would be fish,seahorses,and mermaids ...sounds like I may need therapy!

igobylorib 04/ 1/2009 #

sorry for the delay. I had review the particpants profiles before assigning partners and had a crazy birthday weekend :)

identityseven 04/ 1/2009 #

klowe - could you please leave your fabric preferences please so I can get your parcel together?

thanks!

klowe 04/ 1/2009 #

oops, sorry for the delay!

color: I am going through a red phase. I also like brown and orange, teal, aqua...any variation of those is fine.

prints: i love polka dots, or any modern floral. I also like large graphic prints. I also like whimsical and cutesy fabric, like Japanese fabrics.

Thanks! Don't feel the need to buy anything if you don't have what I like. I will be fine with whatever you choose!!

rachellovesdogs 04/ 1/2009 #

I am happy with anything. I'm not working on a particular project so what ever you have. Thank you.

identityseven 04/11/2009 #

thanks :)

mailing this week!

Craftlover10101 04/27/2009 #

Mine are on their way, hope ya'll like them!

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