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ThirtySomething · 06-16-2008, 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by SweetnSour

Oh Stacey please get in

I have a million things for Smoochie

Ooooh! Yippee!

My next question is am I paired with one person like Radhanuga (please oh please!

) or is it possible that she'd send to me, and I'd send to someone else?

Sorry I am a swapping dunce.

~Meeshi~ · 06-16-2008, 11:39 AM

Stacy, you send a list of people you can send to. We all do. Then it is matched up so that every sends to one person and receives from one person, not necessarily the same people. If you can send to two people and two people can send to you, sometimes that works out and you can get two packages.

A possible scenario would be something like:

Radhanuga sends to you. You send to Kas. Kas sends to Branwyn. Branwyn sends to Barb. Barb sends to Radhanuga. And so on.

Sometimes, because matching up can be hard, you may be left out even if you can send to someone, if no one can send to you.

Clear as mud?

ThirtySomething · 06-16-2008, 12:33 PM

Great! thank you for the clarification.

Here is my list:

1. Fuse beads (perler beads)

2. Any clothes for Smoochie. I would like them to be in good condition. 18-24 months (or size 80). I like dresses, but not too fancy. We don't go to church or anything. She wears them to town and such. Size 5 shoes. I'd really love some sneaker mary janes. She is wearing hers out. For winter clothes, she might neet 24 months or 2T. She is very short, so please we cannot use rompers. They never fit. I love gymbo, hanna, boden, etc... but I am not stuck on that idea. I just love their clothes. I won't turn my nose up at other brands.

3. WAHM or handmade soaps. I'm not picky here. Pachouli is probably my least favorite scent, but mixed with something is ok.

4. Essential oils- Again, I'm not super picky. I will use them to make cleaning supplies. I love lime, lemon, tea tree, peppermint, other mints, and other "clean" scents. I do not like pachouli.

5. Chapter books for the 7-9 year old set. I'm looking for something other than
a. Magic Tree house
b. Junie B. Jones
c. The littles
d. A to Z mysteries.
We have a lot of these or have read them before.

6. Unconditional Parenting by Alfie Kohn

7. Animal, Vegetable, Miracle by Barbara Kingsolver

8. Animal Sticker books or unused word/number puzzle books for the 5-9 age group. Both are well beyond preschool stuff.

9. Kitchen timer.

I may add more later.

starkisses · 06-16-2008, 02:27 PM

alrighty here we go...

Caden sz 5/6 clothing
Fall/Winter long sleeved 'layered' tshirts
Nice quality, stain free, excellent condition 'boxy' cut basic sweatshirts - prefer solid colors so they can be matched with the various flannel pant stash we tend to have in the fall

I'd love to get his winter coat out of the way if you have one outgrown and still in really good/excellent condition - I'd like to see a picture though please. I'd prefer a columbia, llbean or lands end sz 5/6 - mid to light weight would love a combo type jacket. We typically can get away with just a few layers and no jacket sometimes, but we are going to Minnesota this Winter and well we will need more then a sweatshirt there lol

crocs 12/13 or payless airwalk 'crocs' in whatever the next size range for us ( we currently have a 8.5-9 and they have finally been put up on the shelf no more cramming toes into them lol )

Franklin the turtle DVD

*maybe other kid dvds, or vhs just would have to ask first since we have a wide variety and I wouldn't want to double up*

educational/winderness/zoo animal dvds or vhs - including ones on weather, different parts of the world ect but especially animals/insects

playstation 2 games for kids/younger playing group

hand writing without tears :
pre-k teacher guide
rap tap tap & learn music cd
k teacher guide

**Leapster games**
backyardigans
letter pillar
word chasers
draw & write
get puzzled
clifford
animal genius
sonic X

a/c adapter for the leapster

boy themed small pins or keychains for his backpack

robot, rocketship, fabric scraps large enough to make a small coin purse -- or even one already made

something personalized with his name on it - CADEN

craft kits, for just him or I could use upto 5 or more of the same craft
drawing paper
water colors
construction paper
toddler pencils ( thicker ones )
kids scissors either style
glue sticks
bottles of glue
"craft goodies" anything we could use to create stuff
1" white binders with the plastic protector cover to slide things infront/back
page protectors for binders

abeka or other homeschooling type craft books - books that have the things inside for you to tear out/cut out ect to do... found one at gw and its awesome -- want more -- please?! or something similar

poly pocket STUFF - anything/everything Caden really likes the little dollhouse type stuff at stores and I think this would be right up his alley if you even had the cars and such to go with!

littlest petshop sets, animals anything/everything remembered how Caden always seems to be drawn to them at the stores too

easy bake oven, and mixes , pans whatever needed to use it

trouble board game, ec please
monapoly jr, ec please
guess who, ec please
sorry, ec please
scrabble jr, ec please
time up/shape sorter game with the lil pieces you match to wholes ( name escapes me right now lol ) when time is done it POPS and the pieces go flying if you didn't get all pieces in the deal in time..... make sense? lol

rainbow aquadoodle or any aquadoodle mats travel or regular sized ones
aquadoodle 'pens' or brushes

FOR ME or OTHER

lands end/ ll bean canvas bucket totes any size or color - gently used fine... love ya forever if you have the huge ones

cool keychain for MY vehicle now that I have my own set of wheels

a meeshi ornament for my vehicle since I don't want to take the other out of our car, I like blues/greens/purples : from this link : http://www.amitymama.com/vb/amity-ma...s-jewelry.html
I love the colors of D but the style of color layout and overall design of E ( in the first ornament picture ) if that helps

yankee candle car jars or jells -- love vanilla scented things, love food scents, please no florals including lavender - I'd need a whole bottle of excedrin just to drive my car then lol

yankee candle jar candles or tealights - again foodie scents, or vanillas can defiently be holiday scents too! partially burned is fine as well ( prefer 14oz and bigger, not the little jars )

maybe something from your etsy shop? so maybe a "gift certificate" from you?

fun stationary, post cards, even tiny note cards - a funky flower, a big eyed animal , something artsy, unique, fun - blank inside ect with or without envies

polymailer envies any size - any size or amount
plastic seethrough drawstring bags any size - any amount

silicone spatcula - with plastic handles

terry cloth potholders any color ( but solid please ) with either a strap to slide hand behind or a pocket to put hand -I constantly burn myself otherwise LOL

amybutler 'sew kit' the one that comes with certain patterns and fabrics to make a tissue box cover? and other kits like it

gift cards to national chain resturants, stores any amounts

I'll try to think of more tomorrow before close

nvr2tall · 06-17-2008, 04:04 PM

If its not too late... I would like to join... just need to finalize my ISO list.

jma924 · 06-17-2008, 04:11 PM

Would love to join in! Will be back tonight with a complete ISO!!!

For Me:
~good quality exercise bra (size 38C/D)

For DD1 (almost 11 yo):
~size 14 children's or size 1/3 juniors shorts (elastic waist tabs would be awesome!); nothing too short (prefer modest-length---maybe no shorter than mid-thigh)
~size 1/3 juniors skirts (needs to fit a skinny-waisted girl!)...prefer nothing too short; denim or khaki would be our first choices, but we might be open to others.
~size 14/16 girl's bathing suit...one piece or boy cut shorts with a rash guard top....she loves lime green; aqua; blue; yellow; turquoise; etc.
~size Adult Small or Adult Petite Small black dance leotards in very good condition.
~size Adult Small pink ballet tights or convertible pink tights
~size 8 sandals with no heel or a slight heel (would prefer to see pics first)

For DS (almost 7yo):
~size 6/7 elastic waist shorts (he's skinny)
~size 6/7 shorts with elastic waist tabs
~size 1 crocs (navy, tan or olive); knock-offs okay; prefer very good condition (not too worn out).
~size 7 jeans with elastic waist tabs (no worn knees or excessive fading, holes, etc)

For DD2 (4yo):
~size 6/6X shorts (denim, pink, khaki); prefer very good condition (she has some that are "play" quality)
~size 6/6X/7 cute short sleeved tops (no characters);
~size 6/6X/7 cute summer dresses (casual or church)
~size 11 girl's sandals (prefer to see pics first)
~size 6X/7 summer nightgown (no characters)
~size 11 girl's tap shoes in good condition for dance classes
~size 6X/7 black leotards (short sleeve or tank sleeved only) in vgc for dance classes

For DD3 (14 months old):
~size 5/5.5 good quality; flexible soled; sneakers and/or sandals for a walker....prefer very good-excellent condition (prefer to see pics first)
~size 24 month/2T summer sundresses
~crib sheets (1-2) (with intact elastic); any pastels would work.

jma924 · 06-17-2008, 04:13 PM

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Originally Posted by nvr2tall

Lots of Sunshine ~ Katie
Mama to Caleb Malachi 4~20~01
And Patrick Gabriel 7~28~04
With A Surprise Due in January!

Umm, Katie? Did I miss your announcement? Congratulations!

nvr2tall · 06-17-2008, 04:25 PM

UPDATED 06/18/2008

ME

Size Large Maternity Tankini
Size Large Trendy Summer Maternity Tops
Size Large Underbelly Maternity Shorts
Size Large Trendy Winter Maternity Tops
Size Large Underbelly Maternity Capris
Mineral Make-Up

DH
Vasectomy

CALEB

Size 4/5 Shorts
Legos
Transformers
Spelling Manipulatives (2nd/3rd Grade)
Math Manipulatives (2nd/3rd Grade)

PATRICK

Size 3T SS Camp shirts
Size 3T Shorts
Size 3T Gerber Training Underwear
Legos
Transformers
One Of A Kind Sock Monkey
ABC Manipulatives
123 Manipulatives

BABY
Preemie Prefolds
Newborn Nanipoos
Kissaluvs Size 0
Small Bumkins AIO's
Small Bumkins Covers

SEWING
2 mil PUL
1" FOE
Very Baby Diaper Pattern
Hemp Fleece
Cotton Velour
Cotton Jersey

BEADING
Sterling Silver Jewelry Findings, Wire, & Beads
14kt Gold Plated Jewelry Findings, Wire, & Beads
Copper Jewelry Findings, Wire, & Beads
Swarovski Crystals & Pearls
Genuine Stone Beads (no chips, 4mm or larger, love unique shapes)
Funky Czech Glass Beads (4 mm or larger)

HOUSEHOLD

6" Revere Copper Bottom Skillet
6ct Stoneware Muffin Pan
9" Round Cake Pans
9"x12" Cake Pan
Cookie Sheet
Boiling Stone
Glade Oil Candle Scent Refills

MEDIA

DVD's for Mama
DVD's for Kids
VeggieTale DVD's
Bob the Builder DVD's
Game Boy Advance Games

MISC
Gift Cards ~ Local Gas Stations, Local Grocery Stores, Local Restaurants, Target, Kohl's, KMart, Wal-Mart, JoAnn Fabrics, Michael's, AC Moore, Sears, BRU, TRU, etc...

Wendi · 06-17-2008, 04:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nvr2tall

DH
Vasectomy

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!

Amethyst · 06-17-2008, 07:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nvr2tall

ME

DH
Vasectomy

!

O...M...G...hahahaha. Congrats Katie! You'll get used to the idea.

momof2boys1girl · 06-17-2008, 07:56 PM

I have not done a swap in a long time.
I am in here is our ISO........

dd............
summer dresses size 10 (she is slender so nothing to wide please)
jeans size 8(good school condition no fading or holes)
chapter books junie b jones, hanana montana,ect
jean shorts size 10 (please no booty shorts)
khaki shorts size 10 (please no booty shorts)
s/s shirts/tanks size 10
quilt for her bed twin size

ds............
jeans size 7(good school condition no holes or fading)
s/s shirts (button up or polos) size 8
crocks size 1
soccer cleats size 2
socks shoe size 1-3(short socks)
level 1-2 easy readers, fly guy books, ect

ds.........
jeans size 16(good school condition no holes or fading please)
polo shirts size xl or mens small (good school condition please)
swim trunks mens small
minutes for his verizon pay as you go phone
sneakers mens size 7.5/8
socks shoe size mens (short socks)

household.........
coffee
new kitchen towels
bath and body works oil plug ins
laundry soap
wind chimes for the garden
a mat for my front porch
lite weight summer quilt king size for my bed (we only have a huge winter comforter for the bed)
queen sheets w deep pockets
jar candles (no fruity scents please)

myself.........
shorts size 8 (mid rise please I hate when my muffin top shows lol)
s/s shirts (trendy current style please) size med
shorts for the gym/working out size med/8
nice flip flops size 8 brown,black,dressy I have several of the foam kind)

misc........
gift cards to any fast food restaurant
gift card to amc or dicenson movie theater
gift card for gas (quick trip, caseys, bp, valero)
wal mart gift card
target gift card
aldi gift card
gift card to lowes or home depot
victorias secret card with any amounts on them would be awesome

What are the dates for this? Shipping deadline and sending in our choices.
Thanks

frogsnladybugs · 06-17-2008, 08:27 PM

Woohoo, I'm in, I already see stuff on Amethyst's, Meeshi's, and Sweetnsours lists that I have and probably a few others too!

Here's my list. All I ask is that there's no knee fade or holes in the clothes and we really prefer no wallyworld clothes, target doesn't bother me though lol.

ME:
sz 8 denim or khaki shorts and capris - i love old navy's fit, but would love anything that's fairly new in style...iow, no acid washed, granny pants you've had for 10yrs

sz medium tunic/caftan style tops ( saw some at target w/ the swimsuit cover ups that i lvoed lol!)

sz medium old navy perfect fit tees or tanks, any color lol (i like the mossimo tees at target too that fit similarly)

sz 9 leather or dressier type flip flops - black white or brown...

sz 9 solid pink dressier flips flops - not the foam ones please.

any accessories for a canon rebel xti

books on photoshop cs2, elements 6, or a canon rebel xti

HOUSEHOLD GOODS
ikea childrens cups or plates (the solid colored ones)

twin size mattress pads - elastic needs to be good - either waterproof or not is ok

hot pink, lime, lavendar, or grape full size sheets - need 100% cotton, top sheet not necessary lol

blank cd-r disks

thumb/usb drive 1gig or bigger please

ink for a hp 1610 printer(allinone) - the cartridges are hp 94&95

solid black vellux blanket

amazon, tru, walmart or target gc's

over the door hanging shoe organizers

wooden hangers

fruity smelling candles - wahm or store

small wicker baskets for organizing

wrought iron looking crosses or medallions

chocolate brown floor length curtains (80") - need 6 panels

6 matching 4x6 picture frames, black or brown wood

SHELBY:
sz6 jeans in exc condition - prefer no embellishments on butt or knees (iow, no patchy or words on teh butt lol)

specifically, anything from the following Gymboree lines in size 6 or 7:
Spring Rainbow, Tennis Match, Cupcake Cutie, Holland Days or Glamour Kitty (will take clothes, accessories etc)

white girls polo shirts in sz 6 - no logos or embellishment (need for uniform)

sz 6 girls khaki pants -again no logos/embellishment - no cargo pockets or ruffles...need to be straight leg or bootcut (newer styles though please, no pleated 80's pants lol)

whatever size belt will fit a sz 6 girl -black or brown leather

sz 6/7 girlie sweaters and winter jackets/coats - love euro/boutique styles, gap, ON, tcp, gymbo

littlest pet shop anything in exc condition -especially stuff we could use for her party

barbie mariposa or fairytopia movies

sz 13 girls mary janes in black - she's got rather wide feet so nothing narrow and nothing w/ heels (we prefer rubber soles vs hard soles)

Minkee or similar furry pillows or rugs for her room in lime, hot pink or grape purples

super nice fairy wings (for halloween and pics)

JAKE: prefer old navy, tcp gap etc styles

sz 8 adjustable waist khakis - straight leg, no pockets/logos on legs (no carpenter etc style)

sz 8 jeans - no fade, newer styles please - adjustable waist only

gameboy advance games - mario (any), Cars the movie, candyland/chutesnladders/memory, star wars flight of the falcon, yoshi's island, the shrek/shark tales video cartridge

ikea hanging net cubby things for stuffed animals etc

nyyankees jersey in size 8/10 or themed tees
IAN:
sz 5 tee shirts, long and short sleeved - love gymbo, tcp, gap etc...prefers construction vehicles, sharks, alligator/crocodiles, and monster trucks lol

sz 4 and 5 adjustable waist jeans, no knee fade

sz 4 and 5 old navy fleece jackets/hoodies

anything sz 4 or 5 from Gymboree's Construction Ahead line

any tonka board books or other books about construction vehicles

Construction themed birthday party stuff

kids plastic construction hat

nicer (iow, no dollar store crap) construction themed vehicles in giftable condition - especially an excavator, bulldozer, and backhoe

that was the bday list i was given by an insistent almost 4yo

leap pad fridge magnet sets (we have the farm, but would love the abc/phonics/numbers type ones)

sz 12 WIDE shoes - love slip on tennies and merrell style shoes - new balance or nike great too as well as stride rite - only exc cond please

CRAFT STUFF:
minkee - any color - 1yd or more

2+ yds of black fleece or velour

twin needles

tearaway stabilizer (my fave is the perforated kind)

just about any amy butler fabric (pm me!)

white wooly nylon cones

1" non roll waistband elastic white

construction themed knits

crayola 3d chalk stuff and color wonder paper/books

cupcake themed knits and wovens

DH:
sz 36x34 khakis in excellent condition - no pleated front or cuffed legs tho please - he likes straight leg or bootcut w/ the flat front best - any color khaki

I'll add more as I think about it

ThirtySomething · 06-17-2008, 10:01 PM

Shoot! I cannot ship until July 7th. Should I bow out?

I'll be out of town. I can *maybe* ship on Saturday morning if I have the person in time, but otherwise, I have to wait until July 7th since I'm gone.

LMK if you think I should back out. I will totally understand if this is not ok.

Amethyst · 06-17-2008, 11:01 PM

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Originally Posted by ThirtySomething

Shoot! I cannot ship until July 7th. Should I bow out?

I'll be out of town. I can *maybe* ship on Saturday morning if I have the person in time, but otherwise, I have to wait until July 7th since I'm gone.

LMK if you think I should back out. I will totally understand if this is not ok.

Why don't you PM whoever you were going to want to send to and ask them if you get paired with them, would they mind' waiting until July 7th? I'm sure it will probably be fine.

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Wendi · 06-18-2008, 11:37 AM

just added LOTS to my list