Resort Swap COMPLETE

[New England Eeyore]

Photo link to slideshows of all groups: Resort Swap (http://s122.photobucket.com/albums/o248/NewEnglandEeyore/Resort%20Swap/)


THIS SWAP IS OPEN TO ALL SWAPPERS. NEWCOMERS ARE WELCOME AS ALWAYS. If you are new to swapping on the DISboards, please limit yourself to 2 groups.

Due date is September 15 (that is when I need to receive your package). Please mail packages out by September 8.

Check in Dates:
July 22
August 18 (last call for angels*)
September 1

*You must check in by the August 18 date. If not, I will send a PM/Email and if you don’t respond within 2 days, your spot will be angeled.

Instructions:
Choose your resort and an element that has not been picked. When choosing elements try not to choose the same element at more than 3 resorts to give everyone a chance to choose the different elements- if they are still open on the weekend then you are welcome to add more of the same element. Please note the color scheme for the resort. The last resort swap was run this way last time and it worked out very well to have all the items coordinate with each other within a group. I have mostly kept the colors the same as last year, with a few minor tweaks. For this swap, Bazzill cardstock is NOT required, but I have included some suggested colors for those who would like to use it. You are welcome to use patterned papers that go with the color scheme also.

There will be a max of 10 swappers per group. I will open 2nd groups for the more popular resorts. If a group has at least 2 people, I will include it. Please wait for the swap to close to note how many items you will make for each group. The numbers will vary from group to group

Once sign ups close, if your name is not highlighted, please PM me with your DIS name, name, home address, email address, and phone numbers. Email and phone numbers will only be used to follow up if I have not heard from you.

PM me if you have problems and need to drop out or if an emergency happens (we all know things happen beyond our control sometimes), let me know so we can make arrangements for an angel or other help if needed.

Packaging Instructions
Place your completed elements in a Ziploc bag with your DIS name, name and group number. Place all your baggies for a group in a GALLON size bag, and label with the same. Please use a gallon bag – even if your pieces are smaller and may not require it, the pieces you will be getting back may be bigger.

Postage:
Please include cash, check or stamps (No Click-it/ship-it postage). If you are in less than 4 groups, include $4.95 for the priority envelopes. If you are in 4 or more groups, please include $10.35 for the priority box. If you would like delivery confirmation on your returned swap, also include the $0.65 and a filled out slip.


HAVE FUN AND BE CREATIVE!!


Element Selection:

For this swap, the elements must be embellished at least once.

Suggestions for embellishments include:
Die cuts, stickers, stickles, flock, ink, chalk, brads,charms, flowers, eyelets, ribbon/fiber, sewing, tearing, embossing, stamping, clipart, additional layers of paper beyond double mats (if it would look weird trying to fit in another embellishment, specialty paper (such as embossed, glitter, Bling).

If you can think of no way to embellish your item, without it looking weird, you can provide an embellishment not attached to your item, such as a Cricut icon cutout, or a set of 4 brads/eyelets, a yard of ribbon/fiber, etc.

Note: Please no handwritten items.

In general, please follow the “hopemax” guidelines for quality – Do you love it? Are you proud of it? Would you use it in your book? If you can answer yes to those 3 questions, you should be fine.


Choose ONE element from the following list:

- Signage/ Topper: should be the name of the resort, does not have to be traditional 2x8 – other sizes/orientation acceptable also, double matted.

- 2 Journaling Boxes: at least a 3x3 writing area, double matted

- 2 Tags: no smaller than 2 x 3 and larger is fine, double matted, (do not have to be typical tag shape)

- Box and Tag: 1 each of journal box and tag, described as above

- Library Pocket and Tag: no smaller than to hold a 2x3 tag

- 2 Slide Mounts

- File Folder: (2 per person if mini-sized)

- Matchbook: Include a blank page inside

- Shaker Box

- Paper Piecing

- License Plate

- 1 matted song/lyric/poem/quote/wordle: double matted, minimum text area 3x3

- 3 Altered Paper Clips

- 4 Embellished Shapes: at least 1 ½ by 1 ½ inches each, double matted (unless double matting is not feasible for the shape – use your judgement)

- 2 Borders: 12 inches long, double matted

- 2 Photo Frames--for a 4 x 6 photo (Sizzix frames okay), double matted

- 2 Photo mats: double matted, sized to fit a 4x6 photo

- ATC

- Altered CD

Participants:

RECEIVED BY YOU: :thumbsup2

:thumbsup2123SA - Groups C, IA
:thumbsup2aries1980 - Group D
:thumbsup2AWM - Groups I, IA, P, Q
:thumbsup2Calanniebu - Group R
:thumbsup2chiefdragon - Group I
:thumbsup2DisneyBarlans - Groups B, E, N
:thumbsup2Duchess Tisha - Groups A, C
:thumbsup2hopemax - Groups E, F, G, IA, K, M, N, S, U
:thumbsup2kkbeaton2 - Groups IA, N, P, T
:thumbsup2MegB - Groups C, E, H, M, U
:thumbsup2Michellepooh - Groups B, I, IA, J, P, S
:thumbsup2Mickeyteacher - Group K
:thumbsup2momx3boys - Groups I, J, N, T
:thumbsup2morgansmom2000 - Groups A, T
:thumbsup2NEE - Groups D, F, G, H, I, IA, J, K, M, N, P, Q, R, U
:thumbsup2PinballFamily - Group Q
Queenie - Groups I
:thumbsup2rlovew - Groups I, K, M, P, R, S, T
:thumbsup2Schelinsky - Groups B, E
:thumbsup2SIOH - Groups E, I, IA, N
:thumbsup2SusieStone - Groups A, B, C, D, G, H, I, IA, J, K, M, N, P, R, S, T
:thumbsup2velrox - Groups IA, T
:thumbsup2wall*e2008 - Group P
:thumbsup2ZerotoHero - Groups D, H, I, IA, M, N, Q,

[New England Eeyore]

A- All Star Music: Bright Yellow, Green, Blue, and Red - MAKE 3
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Bazzill Yellow, Bazzill Green, Bazzill Blue, Bazzill Red
1. DuchessTisha - photomats
2. SusieStone - topper
3. morgansmom2000 - frames

B. All Star Sports: Bright Yellow, Green, Blue, and Red - MAKE 4
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Bazzill Yellow, Bazzill Green, Bazzill Blue, Bazzill Red
1. DisneyBarlans - 2 tags
2. Michellepooh - photo mats
3. schelinski - journal boxes
4. SusieStone - topper

C. All Star Movies: Bright Yellow, Green, Blue, and Red - MAKE 4
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Bazzill Yellow, Bazzill Green, Bazzill Blue, Bazzill Red
1. DuchessTisha - topper
2. SusieStone - matted quote/lyric/etc
3. MegB - license plate
4. 123SA - journal boxes

D. Pop Century: Teal, Purple, and any bright colors (the place is full of them and they are all mixed together)- MAKE 4
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Patina, African Violet, same colors for All Stars - use your judgement
1. NEE – License Plate
2. ZeroToHero - photomats
3. SusieStone - topper
4. aries1980 - paper piecing

E. Caribbean Beach: Light Green, Carnation Pink, Golden Yellow, Medium Blue - MAKE 5
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Midge, Petalsoft, Desert Marigold, Skylar
1. DisneyBarlans - photomats
2. schelinsky - topper
3. MegB - altered paper clips
4. SIOH – journal boxes
5. hopemax - tags

F. Coronado Springs: Adobe, Tan, Brown, Yellow - MAKE 2
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Aztec, Cashmere, Mocha Divine, Desert Marigold
1. NEE – Matchbook
2. hopemax

G. Port Orleans French Quarter: Kelly Green, Black, Yellow, Purple - MAKE 3
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Grass Green, Raven, Sunshine, African Violet
1. NEE – Journal boxes
2. hopemax
3. SusieStone - license plate

H. Port Orleans Riverside: Maroon, Light Yellow, Slate blue, Light Green - MAKE 4
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Barkley, Chiffon, Skyline, Midge
1. NEE - Topper
2. SusieStone - journal boxes
3. ZeroToHero - photo mats
4. MegB - matted song/lyric/poem/quote/wordle

I. Animal Kingdom Lodge: Browns, Dark Greens, Tan - MAKE 10
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Mud Pie, Mocha Divine, Cinnabar, Aspen, Ivy, Cahshmere
1. NEE – slide mounts
2. SIOH – Box and Tag
3. rlovew - shapes
4. SusieStone - matted quote/lyric/etc
5. Michellepooh - photo mats
6. chiefdragon - topper
7. ZerotoHero - shaker box with lyric inside
8. Queenie - paper piecing
9. AWM - ATC
10. momx3boys - file folder

Group IA - Animal Kingdom Lodge Group 2 - MAKE 10
1. velrox - borders
2. AWM - photo mats
3. NEE - license plate
4. ZeroToHero - Box and Tag
5. SusieStone - paper piecing
6. SIOH - topper
7. 123SA - shapes
8. hopemax - flocked animals
9. Michellepooh - journal boxes
10. kkbeaton2 - shaker box

J. Beach Club: Ocean Blue, Peach, Light and Medium Green - MAKE 4
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Dragonfly, Just Peach, Midge, Katydid
1. NEE – library pocket and tag
2. SusieStone - shapes
3. Michellepooh - photo mats
4. momx3boys - journal boxes

K. Contemporary: Maroon, Golden Yellow, and light yellow - MAKE 5
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Barkley, Amber, Chiffon
1. hopemax – matted lyric
2. rlovew - file folder
3. SusieStone - title letters
4. NEE - license plate
5. Mickeyteacher - mat/box

M. Grand Floridian: Metallic Gold, Bright Yellow, Dark Red (think the roof), Ivory - MAKE 6
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Starburst (metallic), Desert Marigold, Barkley, Sugar Cookie
1. NEE- photo mats
2. hopemax – journal boxes
3. rlovew - box and tag
4. SusieStone - shapes
5. ZerotoHero - topper
6. MegB - borders

N. Polynesian: Jungle Green, Brown, Red, Orange - MAKE 8
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Patch, Mocha Divine, Bazzill Red, Rio de Janeiro
1. NEE – matted quote
2. SIOH – 2 tags
3. hopemax - topper
4. SusieStone - slide mounts
5. DisneyBarlans - shapes
6. ZeroToHero - journal boxes
7. momx3boys - file folders
8. kkbeaton2 - borders

P. Wilderness Lodge: Dark Brown, Dark Green, Slate Blue - MAKE 7
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Mud Pie, Aspen, Skyline
1. NEE - matchbook
2. rlovew - file folder
3. SusieStone - shapes
4. AWM - photo mats
5. Michellepooh - topper
6. wall*e2008 - borders
7. kkbeaton2 - tags

Q. Yacht Club: Sea Blue, Cream, Dark Blue, Gold - MAKE 4
Suggested Bazzill Colors:Arctic, Cream Puff, Oslo, Starburst (metallic)
1. NEE – 2 tags
2. Pinball Family - paper piecing
3. ZeroToHero - photo mats
4. AWM - journal boxes

R. Boardwalk: white, metalic gold, royal blue, light blue - MAKE 4
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Avalanche, Starburst (metallic), Mediterranean, Kevin
1. NEE – file folder
2. Calanniebu – box and tag
3. rlovew - photo mats
4. SusieStone - topper

S. Old Key West: Light Pink, Mint, Peach, Light Blue - MAKE 4
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Petalsoft, Midge, Just Peachy, Kevin
1. hopemax - topper
2. rlovew - photo mats
3. SusieStone - shapes
4. Michellepooh - journal boxes

T. Saratoga Springs: Medium Green, Yellow, Peach - MAKE 6
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Patch, Pollen, Bluff
1. rlovew - paper piecing
2. SusieStone - shapes
3. momx3boys - topper
4. morgansmom2000 - box and tag
5. velrox - borders
6. kkbeaton2 - tags

U. Fort Wilderness: Tan, Brown, Green - MAKE 3
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Cashmere, Mocha Divine, Ivy
1. NEE – topper
2. hopemax - box and tag
3. MegB - paper piecing

[rlovew]

Can I have:

I. AKL: shapes
K. Contemporary: file folder
M. Grand Floridian: box and tag
O. Shades of Green: pocket and tag
P. Wilderness Lodge: File folder
R. Boardwalk: mats
S. Old Key West: Mats
T. Saratoga Springs: paper piecing

Thanks,
Rebecca

[SusieStone]

G. Port Orleans French Quarter: Kelly Green, Black, Yellow, Purple
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Grass Green, Raven, Sunshine, African Violet

H. Port Orleans Riverside: Maroon, Light Yellow, Slate blue, Light Green
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Barkley, Chiffon, Skyline, Midge

I. Animal Kingdom Lodge: Browns, Dark Greens, Tan
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Mud Pie, Mocha Divine, Cinnabar, Aspen, Ivy, Cahshmere

J. Beach Club: Ocean Blue, Peach, Light and Medium Green
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Dragonfly, Just Peach, Midge, Katydid

K. Contemporary: Maroon, Golden Yellow, and light yellow
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Barkley, Amber, Chiffon


M. Grand Floridian: Metallic Gold, Bright Yellow, Dark Red (think the roof), Ivory
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Starburst (metallic), Desert Marigold, Barkley, Sugar Cookie

N. Polynesian: Jungle Green, Brown, Red, Orange
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Patch, Mocha Divine, Bazzill Red, Rio de Janeiro

P. Wilderness Lodge: Dark Brown, Dark Green, Slate Blue
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Mud Pie, Aspen, Skyline

R. Boardwalk: white, metalic gold, royal blue, light blue
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Avalanche, Starburst (metallic), Mediterranean, Kevin

S. Old Key West: Light Pink, Mint, Peach, Light Blue
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Petalsoft, Midge, Just Peachy, Kevin

T. Saratoga Springs: Medium Green, Yellow, Peach
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Patch, Pollen, Bluff

[DisneyBarlans]

Good morning! Can I sign up for:
All Star Sports: Tag & PP
All Star Music: Photomats
All Star Movies: Topper
Caribbean Beach: Photomats
Polynesian: shapes
Thanks!
Anne:)

[PinballFamily]

Can I have:
Q - Yacht Club (paper piecing)

and

L - Swan/Dolphin (photo mats)

Thanks! Sure Z2H will be posting soon too...

[New England Eeyore]

Updated to here! Thanks for joining, everyone!!

Good morning! Can I sign up for:
All Star Sports: Tag & PP


Do you mean tags and paper piecing? Because you only have to do one.

[SusieStone]

Here are my items

G. Port Orleans French Quarter: photo mats

H. Port Orleans Riverside:journal boxes

I. Animal Kingdom Lodge: borders

J. Beach Club: shapes

K. Contemporary: title letters

M. Grand Floridian: matchbook

N. Polynesian: matchbook

P. Wilderness Lodge: paper piecing

R. Boardwalk: shapes

S. Old Key West: shapes

T. Saratoga Springs: photo mats

[DisneyBarlans]

I will do a tag for that group-All Star Sports.:thumbsup2

[SusieStone]

In my border spots, change me to a pocket/tag..if that isn't possbile...leave it as border.

[New England Eeyore]

I will do a tag for that group-All Star Sports.:thumbsup2

In my border spots, change me to a pocket/tag..if that isn't possbile...leave it as border.

Got it!

[Schelinski]

First time, so will keep it to one. :)

Caribbean Beach: topper

[AlexWyattMommy]

P - Wilderness Lodge - Photo Mats.

[Michellepooh]

Hi NEE!!!

Could I please have:

All Star Sports - photo mats
Animal Kingdom Lodge - photo mats
Beach Club - photo mats
Wilderness Lodge - topper
Old Key West - journal boxes

[chiefdragon]

I would like to join the I. Animal Kingdom Lodge - and if possible I would like to do a title.

[ZeroToHero]

D. Pop Century: photomats

H. Port Orleans Riverside: photomats

I. Animal Kingdom Lodge: shaker box with lyrics inside

M. Grand Floridian: topper

N. Polynesian: journal box

Q. Yacht Club: photomats (if that's okay with my mom...... :p)


Thanks NEE!!!!!!! I woke up a little late.. :goodvibes

[calanniebu]

based on the other sign ups for the Boardwalk group, I'll do two journal boxes.

[New England Eeyore]

based on the other sign ups for the Boardwalk group, I'll do two journal boxes.

I changed mine instead. Keep box and tag since that was your first choice.

[Queenie]

Animal Kingdom Lodge for me please, although I'm not sure what to do. How would a Lion King type paper piecing suit people (need to be sure I'd have time to do it though!)

[New England Eeyore]

Animal Kingdom Lodge for me please, although I'm not sure what to do. How would a Lion King type paper piecing suit people (need to be sure I'd have time to do it though!)

That sounds adorable! I'll put you down for a paper piecing, but let me know if you need to change it.

[StitchIsOurHero]

Thanks, Suzanne!!!

[MegB]

I would like to join the following groups:

E - Caribbean Beach - Topper
H - PO Riverside - 1 matted song/lyric/poem/quote/wordle
M - Grand Floridian - 2 borders

Thanks.

[New England Eeyore]

I would like to join the following groups:

E - Caribbean Beach - Topper
H - PO Riverside - 1 matted song/lyric/poem/quote/wordle
M - Grand Floridian - 2 borders

Thanks.

I've got you added, except a topper is already taken for CB, would you like to pick a different element?

[Schelinski]

I would also like to do journaling boxes for All Star Sports.

[AlexWyattMommy]

I would like to do an ATC for Animal Kingdom Lodge.

[SusieStone]

Will you change my G to a license plate and N to slide mounts do I need to change my ANimal Kingdom to something else since I have noticed you are making a pocket?

Okay, I will take a few more groups. I just got my HM cart yesterday.

A- All Star Music: title
B. All Star Sports: title
C. All Star Movies: frames
D. Pop Century: title

[momx3boys]

I would like to join please. Could I get
I. Animal Kingdom Lodge- file folder
J. Beach Club- journal boxes
N. Polynesian- file folders
T. Saratoga Springs- topper
Thanks!!

[New England Eeyore]

do I need to change my ANimal Kingdom to something else since I have noticed you are making a pocket?


You're the only pocket in that group, so you're fine.

[hopemax]

Here are a few of my topic selections

Polynesian - Topper
Old Key West - Topper
Ft. Wilderness - Box & Tag

Not sure on the others yet.

[SusieStone]

Please change my ANimal Kingdom Group to - 1 matted song/lyric/poem/quote/wordle: double matted, minimum text area 3x3. Sorry to be such a PITA

[StitchIsOurHero]

Ok, just got the AP rate for the night we're staying non-DVC in October. Can I switch from All-Star Movies to Caribbean Beach? Same element. . .if that's ok--I didnt' check the first list. I'll change if I need to do so.

Thanks so much!!

[SusieStone]

Ok, just got the AP rate for the night we're staying non-DVC in October. Can I switch from All-Star Movies to Caribbean Beach? Same element. . .if that's ok--I didnt' check the first list. I'll change if I need to do so.

Thanks so much!!


OT - When is your trip? I may go back in October.

[morgansmom2000]

I can resist no longer!

I'll take Photo Frames in All Star Music (oooh, I just had a good idea, I can use my new HM cart!); and I'll take Journal Boxes in Saratoga Springs. I already finished my 2005 trip when we stayed at Pop Century, or I'd join that one too ;)

[aries1980]

Ill do paper piecing for POP century!

[MegB]

My mistake. :flower3: I realized the duplicate when I got to the store with my list.
I'll make Altered Paperclips for Caribbean Beach.

Thanks.

[StitchIsOurHero]

OT - When is your trip? I may go back in October.

We arrive Oct 2 to CBR, and then we're at Kidani from the 3rd to the 9th. I think there are several others who will be there at that time! You should definitely do an Oct trip! We could meet!

[morgansmom2000]

We arrive Oct 2 to CBR, and then we're at Kidani from the 3rd to the 9th. I think there are several others who will be there at that time! You should definitely do an Oct trip! We could meet!

If I could have talked DH into it, we were going 10/2-10/9 too. We're doing a 2010 cruise instead.

[SusieStone]

We arrive Oct 2 to CBR, and then we're at Kidani from the 3rd to the 9th. I think there are several others who will be there at that time! You should definitely do an Oct trip! We could meet!

We were thinking about Halloween. DH isn't Disney crazy - YET

[morgansmom2000]

We were thinking about Halloween. DH isn't Disney crazy - YET

The Halloween Party was going to be going on at the time I wanted to go between 10/2-10/9.

[SusieStone]

The Halloween Party was going to be going on at the time I wanted to go between 10/2-10/9.

Halloween is when my son's dad died in 2007. He is coincedentally out of school the Friday before and gets out a half day that Thursday.

But if we did it around the 5th - it would be my 45th birthday. Maybe I can use that angle with DH - it would mean a 75 dollar gift card for us since we have APs and that would be a nice dinner. HMMMMMMM

[morgansmom2000]

I'm sorry about your son's dad...That must be very difficult for him!

I looked online, it looks like the Halloween party is the 6th, so go for it! 2009 dates (http://www.wdwinfo.com/holidays/halloween.htm). I'm still working DH about going this year, but I have a feeling it'll be a cruise in 2010 (which I'm dying to start planning!), over Halloween.

[New England Eeyore]

I think I have everything up to date - please double check me just in case.

I will leave signups open through the weekend and close it out on Monday. I may join a few more groups myself at that time - I covet everything from this swap and truly want to join every group, even if I've never been to the resort!

Oct 2-8 are our dates for WDW too - also going to MNSSHP on the 6th, and celebrating my bday while we're there. I keep forgetting we share the same birthday, Susie!

[AlexWyattMommy]

I have a quick question about the file folders. When you say mini, do you mean the kind that you punch out or do you mean the smaller sized sizzix? The sizzix comes in two sizes. A complete one that you can fold and a larger one that you have to fold the paper first and then doctor up the front of it. Just wanted to know so I can plan on which die to use.

I'd like Yatch Club, file folder.

[rlovew]

While we don't have a trip for the 2-8 or so I would love to get together with people on Tuesday the 6th if they are available. I have an AP so which park(s) don't matter but Tues is when DH drives to Orlando in the fall.

Rebecca

[hopemax]

I will leave signups open through the weekend and close it out on Monday. I may join a few more groups myself at that time - I covet everything from this swap and truly want to join every group, even if I've never been to the resort!


Do you think you could let it go just a touch longer. I get home on Tuesday evening, and I was hoping to be able to go through my stash and check my cricut stuff, because I might also sign up for a few more groups.

[YodasMom]

Wow, there are a lot of people going to WDW the first week of Oct!! I have reservations for the previous weekend Sept 24 to 28, but that may have to be canceled due to my pup's shoulder injury. We'll see.

I may consider joining a couple of groups like Swan / Dolphin and Shades of Green that only have one person now. Those are the only groups I don't have tons of swap items already. I met Rebecca at Shades of Green last Dec. and have some photos (plus old ones when it was Disney Inn a thousand years ago) and of course tons of Swan / Dolphin where I've stayed several times.

SIOH, I absolutely love Kidani Village and their new restaurant is my new WDW favorite restaurant with such unique and delicious food and the very best service, by far, of any restuarant in the whole world!! In fact, all 3 AKL sit-down restaurants are my WDW favs. Can you tell I have no food in the house for breakfast?! No time to shop either...LOL!!

[StitchIsOurHero]

Did you go to Sanaa? I'm so jealous! I can't decide whether to try it in Oct or wait one more trip ('til DS is a little older). And y'all know how I feel about Boma!!! It's my very favoritest!!

[Queenie]

I didn't eat at Boma on honeymoon but when we stayed 1 night at AKL I found a pack of Zebra Domes in the fridge at the counter service place, think they were from Boma the previous night. I just had to try them after all the raving on the DIS and wow, they were amazing! I'd go back to visit AKL just to get another pack!

[StitchIsOurHero]

I didn't eat at Boma on honeymoon but when we stayed 1 night at AKL I found a pack of Zebra Domes in the fridge at the counter service place, think they were from Boma the previous night. I just had to try them after all the raving on the DIS and wow, they were amazing! I'd go back to visit AKL just to get another pack!

Oh, I love those, too!!! Chicken Pepper Pot soup is my absolute favorite thing there, and sometimes, they have it at Mara, too. I eat it every chance I can find it!!

[Mickeyteacher]

Can I have a spot in the Contemporary group?
Thanks,
Shawna

[calanniebu]

:sad2::sad2::sad2::mad::mad::mad:where is a stamping one's foot smiley when you need it!!! My dates would have been Oct 3-10th if my boss had approved my vacation. All of the stars had aligned - free dining, f&w, our anniversary, Better than Ezra (one of our favorite bands) performing, and cheap flights. But, alas, the boss vetoed the vacation time. So instead - and I know I shouldn't complain too much - I will be a DL/DCA staying in the new Grand Californian Villas from Nov 30th to Dec 5. We get there right after turkey day (once everyone has gone home!) and leave on Friday before all of the weekend folks arrive. :D Guess I should have joined the DL/DCA swap!

[wall*e2008]

Can I have

P. Wilderness Lodge
2 Borders

How Wide are they to be?

[YodasMom]

Did you go to Sanaa? I'm so jealous! I can't decide whether to try it in Oct or wait one more trip ('til DS is a little older). And y'all know how I feel about Boma!!! It's my very favoritest!!

Yes, celebrated my birthday at Sanaa! It was fabulous! The food and the service are wonderful! If you're a hamburger person or steak and potato person, you won't like it though. I like anything different since I can get regular food at home. Vacations are meant to try different experiences.

Being a family destination, Disney has children's menus everywhere, though the regular entrees are definately for adult palates. There were young children there, but not a lot. I loved the decor, too! Sanaa, Jiko, and Boma are my favorites!

[New England Eeyore]

Whew - multiquote is getting a workout with this post!

First, Swap related:

I have a quick question about the file folders. When you say mini, do you mean the kind that you punch out or do you mean the smaller sized sizzix? The sizzix comes in two sizes. A complete one that you can fold and a larger one that you have to fold the paper first and then doctor up the front of it. Just wanted to know so I can plan on which die to use.

I'd like Yatch Club, file folder.

Well, that's a good question. I copied that from previous swaps and I've often wondered that myself which is why I haven't used my Sizzix die in a long time. I think the smaller Sizzix die is fine for making just one - I think the needing 2 would be the ones that come from a hand-held punch.

Do you think you could let it go just a touch longer. I get home on Tuesday evening, and I was hoping to be able to go through my stash and check my cricut stuff, because I might also sign up for a few more groups.

No problem - I'll leave it open until you tell me you're done signing up!

Can I have

P. Wilderness Lodge
2 Borders

How Wide are they to be?

I would say about 2 inches, give or take a bit either way.


I may consider joining a couple of groups like Swan / Dolphin and Shades of Green that only have one person now. Those are the only groups I don't have tons of swap items already. I met Rebecca at Shades of Green last Dec. and have some photos (plus old ones when it was Disney Inn a thousand years ago) and of course tons of Swan / Dolphin where I've stayed several times.


I hope you do decide to join at least a few groups!

Then, Trip-related:
While we don't have a trip for the 2-8 or so I would love to get together with people on Tuesday the 6th if they are available. I have an AP so which park(s) don't matter but Tues is when DH drives to Orlando in the fall.

Rebecca

I don't know all my plans for the week yet, but I know that day because MNSSHP is that night - I'm pretty sure we'll be doing AK in the morning, Tusker House for lunch, and an easy afternoon. I'm definitely up for a mini-DIS meet at some point that day!

:sad2::sad2::sad2::mad::mad::mad:where is a stamping one's foot smiley when you need it!!! My dates would have been Oct 3-10th if my boss had approved my vacation. All of the stars had aligned - free dining, f&w, our anniversary, Better than Ezra (one of our favorite bands) performing, and cheap flights. But, alas, the boss vetoed the vacation time. So instead - and I know I shouldn't complain too much - I will be a DL/DCA staying in the new Grand Californian Villas from Nov 30th to Dec 5. We get there right after turkey day (once everyone has gone home!) and leave on Friday before all of the weekend folks arrive. :D Guess I should have joined the DL/DCA swap!

Yeah, no whining from you - it's a very close race between which is the more desirable trip!

Yes, celebrated my birthday at Sanaa! It was fabulous! The food and the service are wonderful! If you're a hamburger person or steak and potato person, you won't like it though. I like anything different since I can get regular food at home. Vacations are meant to try different experiences.

Being a family destination, Disney has children's menus everywhere, though the regular entrees are definately for adult palates. There were young children there, but not a lot. I loved the decor, too! Sanaa, Jiko, and Boma are my favorites!

See, we keep going back and forth on Sanaa. Initially I was really excited about it, but when the menu came out I was underwhelmed. We love Indian food and eat it all the time and I moved beyond tandoori chicken and chicken curry a long time ago. The bread service appetizer sounds like reason enough to go, but none of the entrees get me excited. What did you order?

[YodasMom]

See, we keep going back and forth on Sanaa. Initially I was really excited about it, but when the menu came out I was underwhelmed. We love Indian food and eat it all the time and I moved beyond tandoori chicken and chicken curry a long time ago. The bread service appetizer sounds like reason enough to go, but none of the entrees get me excited. What did you order?

NEE, I had the Indian Bread Service and was really full after that, but I had also ordered the Tandoori Chicken, which I was kind of hedging on. The bread service was great!!! If I were doing it again, I would have probably ordered another appetizer along with the bread service. I find you usually get more unique offerings and varying tastes with appetizers.

Desert was the chocalate cake!

I thought the same as you when I saw the menu, but that bread service was really worth it. I would have liked to have had the Samosas, too, but I had those at Jiko which was delicious!

[New England Eeyore]

Hmmm. Okay, it's back on the list! Maybe we'll go for lunch and just do appetizers. Next week is our deadline to iron all out all our dining choices - too many choices for not enough slots!

[YodasMom]

Hmmm. Okay, it's back on the list! Maybe we'll go for lunch and just do appetizers. Next week is our deadline to iron all out all our dining choices - too many choices for not enough slots!


I went there for lunch as well. That's what I wold suggest the first time.

I can do online dining reservations starting tomorrow morning so I may make some tentatively in case I can really go.

[MegB]

I would like to join two more....

All Star Movies - License Plate
Fort Wilderness - Paper Piecing

Thanks, Meg

[velrox]

I would like to do T Saratoga Springs borders and if anyone else wants to join the second AKL group, I will do borders for that too. I will be away at Disney 8/18 for that check in, so what do I do?

[AlexWyattMommy]

I will see your borders and add in 2 photo mats for AKL.
I'm sure others will join in too. It's a good one.

[New England Eeyore]

I would like to do T Saratoga Springs borders and if anyone else wants to join the second AKL group, I will do borders for that too. I will be away at Disney 8/18 for that check in, so what do I do?

Just check in before you leave for your trip and that will be fine. Welcome aboard!

[ZeroToHero]

May I do a box and tag for AKL group 2? Thanks!

[SusieStone]

I would like to do a paper piecing for the second AKL group.

Thanks.

[StitchIsOurHero]

Ok, I've resisted as long as I could!! Can I get in the 2nd AKL group, also, with a topper?? Y'all know I can't resist AKL stuff!! ;)

[123SA]

Ok, I've resisted as long as I could!! Can I get in the 2nd AKL group, also, with a topper?? Y'all know I can't resist AKL stuff!! ;)


DITTO! Is this still open? Group AKL Grp IA shapes please.

[StitchIsOurHero]

DITTO! Is this still open? Group AKL Grp IA shapes please.

:yay::yay::yay::yay:

[hopemax]

I am home now, I'll go ahead and add

E. Caribbean Beach - Tags

And I will get in the second AKL group too

For that one I was thinking about making some flocked, die cut animals is that okay?

[StitchIsOurHero]

I am home now, I'll go ahead and add

E. Caribbean Beach - Tags

And I will get in the second AKL group too

For that one I was thinking about making some flocked, die cut animals is that okay?



Ooh, the flocked animals sound cool to me! I love the look/feel of flock, but I'm scared to use it. . .scared I'll mess it up and/or that DS will decide the flock looks like OH SO MUCH FUN!!! ;)

[New England Eeyore]

Flocked animals sound great!

I was waiting for hopemax, but then I received 2 PMs about the swap, so I'm going to leave this open through tomorrow night. Then I'll close it out and the numbers will be finalized.

[Michellepooh]

Could I also have a spot in the second AKL group? I think I'll do journal boxes. I have tons of pics from when we stayed there last year.

[123SA]

Can I do shapes for Grp C All Star Movies too? That gives me 2 groups with shapes -- if not, journal boxes then. THanks!

[kkbeaton2]

Can I please sign up for the following groups: IA, N, P and T. I will figure out what elements I would like to do and get back with you. Thanks!

[New England Eeyore]

Okay, we are officially closed. Please check your groups in the first post, and make note of the size of each of your groups in the 2nd post.

I had to drop Swan/Dolphin and Shades of Green as they each only had 1 participant. Hopemax - let me know if you want to drop Coronado Springs - I am fine either way. All the rest should be good to go.

If your name is not red in the first post, please PM me with your name, address, and email address/phone number. I will be sending out a PM with my contact info shortly.

Have fun creating!!

[hopemax]

I would like to keep CS...I made a special trip out to see it, so I have pics to scrap. 2 people is easy though. :goodvibes

[wall*e2008]

I ordered my stuff last weekend and it arrived today. They only shipped me 1/2 of the blue that I ordered. They said the color is discontinued. I hope it will be enough.

[123SA]

Can I switch to journal boxes for ASMovies? I just got the stand and salute cart and it has some nice star frames and borders.

[New England Eeyore]

I would like to keep CS...I made a special trip out to see it, so I have pics to scrap. 2 people is easy though. :goodvibes

Sounds good to me!

Can I switch to journal boxes for ASMovies? I just got the stand and salute cart and it has some nice star frames and borders.

No problem. I just got that cart the other day, but I haven't taken it out of it's packaging yet - we're thinking of going to DC this fall, so that was my main motivation. It looks like a good one!

[AlexWyattMommy]

:rotfl2: I just got the cart today too. Michaels had it for $44.99. DH let me have the Jubilee and Simply Sweet at that price too. :cool1:
I opened mine because I just had to know if there was a golden ticket inside.
:rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2:

[kkbeaton2]

:rotfl2: I just got the cart today too. Michaels had it for $44.99. DH let me have the Jubilee and Simply Sweet at that price too. :cool1:
I opened mine because I just had to know if there was a golden ticket inside.
:rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2:

I'm assuming there was no ticket... otherwise you would have been jumping for joy and telling us, right?

[123SA]

:rotfl2: I just got the cart today too. Michaels had it for $44.99. DH let me have the Jubilee and Simply Sweet at that price too. :cool1:
I opened mine because I just had to know if there was a golden ticket inside.
:rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2:


No golden ticket for me...and I really need one. How do you like Simply Sweet and Jubliee?

[morgansmom2000]

I was at Mike's yesterday and almost bought Simply Sweet and Stand & Salute...Did you see the Solutions carts on clearance? I got Indie Art for $19.99.

[AlexWyattMommy]

I already have all the solutions I want, so I didn't look.
I like both of the new font carts. I know I have SCAL, but sometimes it is just easier to throw the cart in and go. These both have the real clean lines. One a little bit chunkier than the other.

[morgansmom2000]

I already have all the solutions I want, so I didn't look.
I like both of the new font carts. I know I have SCAL, but sometimes it is just easier to throw the cart in and go. These both have the real clean lines. One a little bit chunkier than the other.

I agree...I'll probably be kicking myself for not getting Simply Sweet.

[SusieStone]

Checking my groups

A- All Star Music: Bright Yellow, Green, Blue, and Red - MAKE 3 - topper
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Bazzill Yellow, Bazzill Green, Bazzill Blue, Bazzill Red

B. All Star Sports: Bright Yellow, Green, Blue, and Red - MAKE 4 - topper
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Bazzill Yellow, Bazzill Green, Bazzill Blue, Bazzill Red


C. All Star Movies: Bright Yellow, Green, Blue, and Red - MAKE 4 - frames
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Bazzill Yellow, Bazzill Green, Bazzill Blue, Bazzill Red

D. Pop Century: Teal, Purple, and any bright colors (the place is full of them and they are all mixed together)- MAKE 4 - topper
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Patina, African Violet, same colors for All Stars - use your judgement

G. Port Orleans French Quarter: Kelly Green, Black, Yellow, Purple - MAKE 3 - license plate
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Grass Green, Raven, Sunshine, African Violet


H. Port Orleans Riverside: Maroon, Light Yellow, Slate blue, Light Green - MAKE 4 - journal boxes
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Barkley, Chiffon, Skyline, Midge

I. Animal Kingdom Lodge: Browns, Dark Greens, Tan - MAKE 10 -matted quote/lyric/etc
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Mud Pie, Mocha Divine, Cinnabar, Aspen, Ivy, Cahshmere

Group IA - Animal Kingdom Lodge Group 2 - MAKE 10 - paper piecing

J. Beach Club: Ocean Blue, Peach, Light and Medium Green - MAKE 4 - shapes
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Dragonfly, Just Peach, Midge, Katydid

K. Contemporary: Maroon, Golden Yellow, and light yellow - MAKE 5 - title letters
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Barkley, Amber, Chiffon


M. Grand Floridian: Metallic Gold, Bright Yellow, Dark Red (think the roof), Ivory - MAKE 6 - matchbook
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Starburst (metallic), Desert Marigold, Barkley, Sugar Cookie

N. Polynesian: Jungle Green, Brown, Red, Orange - MAKE 8 - slide mounts
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Patch, Mocha Divine, Bazzill Red, Rio de Janeiro

P. Wilderness Lodge: Dark Brown, Dark Green, Slate Blue - MAKE 7 - paper piecing
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Mud Pie, Aspen, Skyline

R. Boardwalk: white, metalic gold, royal blue, light blue - MAKE 4 - shapes
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Avalanche, Starburst (metallic), Mediterranean, Kevin

S. Old Key West: Light Pink, Mint, Peach, Light Blue - MAKE 4 - shapes
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Petalsoft, Midge, Just Peachy, Kevin

T. Saratoga Springs: Medium Green, Yellow, Peach - MAKE 6 - photo mats
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Patch, Pollen, Bluff

[kkbeaton2]

Here are the elements I will be doing for my groups:

IA - AKL - shaker box
N - Poly - borders
P - WL - tags
T - SSR - tags

[chiefdragon]

My group looks awesome. I am in Group I - AKL and will be making a topper.

[SusieStone]

I have been to a couple of websites and can't find alot of the paper listed. Where are you guys finding it. I need help.

[wall*e2008]

I had the same problem. I ordered 8 sheets of the blue I needed and they only sent me 4 with a note that it is a discontinued color. I hope I can make all 7 out of 4 pages.

[SusieStone]

Is there a way to find out how many colors are discontinued?

[New England Eeyore]

When I picked the original colors (last month), I was going off my swatches and I had checked that they were all in stock at www.acherryontop.com, but I didn't actually order any of them, so they may have been updated to be discontinued since that time. I don't know of a way to find out which ones are discontinued - maybe someone more familiar with Bazzill might know? If you find ones that aren't available, then just use your judgement to pick a different shade and post what you chose - others might find that helpful.

wall*E - I'm assuming that it's Skyline you had trouble getting? A cherry on top does have some. I'm thinking Steel Blue would be similar also.

[123SA]

I haven't actually been to AKL yet. For that group, would jungle leaves be appropriate?

[New England Eeyore]

I haven't actually been to AKL yet. For that group, would jungle leaves be appropriate?

I don't know. Can I get some other opinions on that one? I don't really think of green when I think of that resort, although for sure there is greenery on the savannahs, but not so much like jungle leaves. Think of the Kilimanjaro safaris - would what you have in mind work for that? If so, go with it.

[AlexWyattMommy]

It is more of a thatch roof feel than jungle leaf.
Think masks from My World feel.
Or jungle ANIMAL feel.

Check out the resort photos on this board or allears.

There are leaves, but they are more spikey than the rounded Hawaiian type leaves.

[hopemax]

It's more "open Savannah"...brush, baobob, acacia trees, not so much jungle. The greens are more toward the brown spectrum than a true green.

[123SA]

I don't know. Can I get some other opinions on that one? I don't really think of green when I think of that resort, although for sure there is greenery on the savannahs, but not so much like jungle leaves. Think of the Kilimanjaro safaris - would what you have in mind work for that? If so, go with it.

It is more of a thatch roof feel than jungle leaf.
Think masks from My World feel.
Or jungle ANIMAL feel.

Check out the resort photos on this board or allears.

There are leaves, but they are more spikey than the rounded Hawaiian type leaves.

It's more "open Savannah"...brush, baobob, acacia trees, not so much jungle. The greens are more toward the brown spectrum than a true green.


Whew -- up late tonight!

Sounds like jungle leaves are out. I really don't have a plan, so no worries with changing it. I'd like to make squares. I found these things, but I'm not quite sure what they are. Anyone know if they are flat backed or buttons with shanks?

http://www.createforless.com/Jesse+James+Embellishments+Zoo+Safari+Feathers/Fur/pid112914.aspx?utm_source=shopDT&utm_medium=cse

http://www.createforless.com/Jesse+James+Embellishments+Zoo+Safari+Wild+Thing/pid112916.aspx?SI=2e752d7c-4015-48f0-9d97-03dca677883d

[kkbeaton2]

I would assume that they have a shank, because it says "Add these wonderful embellishments to clothing apparel, home decor projects, paper crafts and more", and since there are no button holes, I would think that is how you would be able to put them on clothing. If they have a shank, you can usually cut them off.

[ZeroToHero]

They're very cute... and I agree, they look like they have shanks. I had some buttons that I pop-squared around the shank so that I didn't have to cut them off, but if they're plastic, I usually snip it off.

[123SA]

I'll try calling them, but I think you are correct. I don't think I want to deal with the shanks. There would be at least 40 of them to deal with.

[New England Eeyore]

I'm actually using Jesse James buttons for my AKL pieces too. (I order from www.shellysbuttonsandmore.com) and they do have shanks. I use a wire cutter to snip them off. It's too hard with scissors -they are too thick, but the wire cutter pops them right off.

[morgansmom2000]

I've used wire cutters on shanks before too, it works well!

[123SA]

I'm actually using Jesse James buttons for my AKL pieces too. (I order from www.shellysbuttonsandmore.com) and they do have shanks. I use a wire cutter to snip them off. It's too hard with scissors -they are too thick, but the wire cutter pops them right off.

Well -- would it too much repetition for me to use them too? I haven't ordered them yet.


And does the whole shank come off so that the back is flat, or are you left with trying to adhere a kind of bumpy object?

[AlexWyattMommy]

I use these really cool wire cutters that were meant for jewelry, smaller blades.
If you hold the flatter side to the button back, they do usually cut off cleanly.
If not, glue dots work well with the little bit I've had left over.
It goes quickly. 40 would take 10 minutes, tops.

[New England Eeyore]

Well -- would it too much repetition for me to use them too? I haven't ordered them yet.


And does the whole shank come off so that the back is flat, or are you left with trying to adhere a kind of bumpy object?

No, the buttons I have are different than the ones you posted.

AWM said it exactly right about the bumpiness. The wire cutters I use are jewelry ones too and I use glue dots to adhere them either way so it doesn't matter if there are a few bumps. I agree with her about the time too. Very quick.

[SusieStone]

When I picked the original colors (last month), I was going off my swatches and I had checked that they were all in stock at www.acherryontop.com, but I didn't actually order any of them, so they may have been updated to be discontinued since that time. I don't know of a way to find out which ones are discontinued - maybe someone more familiar with Bazzill might know? If you find ones that aren't available, then just use your judgement to pick a different shade and post what you chose - others might find that helpful.

wall*E - I'm assuming that it's Skyline you had trouble getting? A cherry on top does have some. I'm thinking Steel Blue would be similar also.

Thanks. I am off to that site to check it out.

[123SA]

I use these really cool wire cutters that were meant for jewelry, smaller blades.
If you hold the flatter side to the button back, they do usually cut off cleanly.
If not, glue dots work well with the little bit I've had left over.
It goes quickly. 40 would take 10 minutes, tops.



http://www.createforless.com/Blumenthal+Favorite+Findings+Button+Shank+Remover+ 5/pid70212.aspx

Are they like these? Do you know if these are good prices or shold I be checking out ACM,J or Ms with a coupon?

[AlexWyattMommy]

That looks like mine, only I have orange handles. I don't remember what I paid. I got in it a kit for model making for my son. :rolleyes1Yes, I steal his things. :rotfl:

[StitchIsOurHero]

I ordered my paper today (just what my scraproom needs--more paper!! :rotfl2:). I pretty well know what I'm going to do. . .just have to wait on it to get here! :thumbsup2

[wall*e2008]

wall*E - I'm assuming that it's Skyline you had trouble getting? A cherry on top does have some. I'm thinking Steel Blue would be similar also.
I could not find Skyline and checked my swatches. I ordered Slate Blue. I think I will have enough.


I cut out all the pieces. I had enough blue. I have one completely assembled. The other six are being put together. I hope to have all done soon.

[SusieStone]

I ordered my paper from A CHerry on Top yesterday. 50 dollars later I am sitting here waiting. Thinking about building the new house....I am realizng how much I am spending on swapping.:eek:

[wall*e2008]

I am done. Mine is packed up and will I will mail it next weekend.

[123SA]

Question for this Group

Group IA - Animal Kingdom Lodge Group 2 - MAKE 10
1. velrox - borders
2. AWM - photo mats
3. NEE - license plate
4. ZeroToHero - Box and Tag
5. SusieStone - paper piecing
6. SIOH - topper
7. 123SA - shapes
8. hopemax - flocked animals
9. Michellepooh - journal boxes
10. kkbeaton2 - shaker box

What do you think about a title welded and double shadowed in SCAL that reads "Savannah"? In place of the shapes, that is. I'd use the DCWV safari stack. I checked with our hostess who suggested I put it to a majority vote.

[AlexWyattMommy]

There is no way all the things we are getting will fit on a single two-page layout.

A second title/topper option sounds good to me.

I vote yes.:thumbsup2

[kkbeaton2]

I'm fine with a second topper also.:)

[ZeroToHero]

As long as SIOH was not going to do it, I vote yes as well. I can't see any reason why someone would not be able to use that. :thumbsup2

[StitchIsOurHero]

Sent you a pm! Sounds great to me, too! :thumbsup2

[123SA]

Finished All Star Movies and I have everything cut for the "Savannah" AKL piece.

[SusieStone]

I am still waiting for my paper to get here for A Cherry on Top. It shipped on Monday.

[velrox]

Question for this Group

Group IA - Animal Kingdom Lodge Group 2 - MAKE 10
1. velrox - borders
2. AWM - photo mats
3. NEE - license plate
4. ZeroToHero - Box and Tag
5. SusieStone - paper piecing
6. SIOH - topper
7. 123SA - shapes
8. hopemax - flocked animals
9. Michellepooh - journal boxes
10. kkbeaton2 - shaker box

What do you think about a title welded and double shadowed in SCAL that reads "Savannah"? In place of the shapes, that is. I'd use the DCWV safari stack. I checked with our hostess who suggested I put it to a majority vote.

Sounds good to me!

[velrox]

Boy! You guys are fast. I feel really far behind already, but inspired. Just spent too much money at A Cherry On Top.

[New England Eeyore]

I haven't even started this yet - tonight is my night to go through my Bazzill and see what I already have, then place my order for whatever I need. I already have all my ideas sketched out though so it's just a matter of starting.

[StitchIsOurHero]

My stuff arrived from Scrap Your Trip. Just have to sit down and work on it! :thumbsup2

[AlexWyattMommy]

I went to every store I could think of and could not find enough of the named Bazzill to make anything. So I just placed my order at A Cherry On Top and should have my paper next week.

I can use some patterned paper too, right?

[New England Eeyore]

Yup, patterned paper is good!

I had practically nothing I needed in my stash, so I placed my order last night. Can't wait to start working on these!

[StitchIsOurHero]

Checking in for the 7/22 one. I've got my stuff, but it's been back to work week here, so it'll be this weekend before I get started on it. Saturday & Sunday early mornings are for this!! :thumbsup2

[kkbeaton2]

My paper has been ordered, and should be here any day. I've started designing all of my things already, so that when the paper gets here I can get to work on them.

[123SA]

Checking in --AS Movies is complete, bagged and labeled as directed.

For AKL I am going with the welded topper -- everything is cut. I'll take it to the pool with me and assemble it when the kids are playing in he sand. I will not have a problem with time.

[SusieStone]

My paper is here and since ACOT didn't pack in an any kind of order, I have to find out what color is what.

I have a couple of things ahead of this one.

I havemy ideas, carts and paper. I am on track

[MegB]

Checking in. I have my designs thought out and my papers are purchased, but I have to mail in for the candy card swap this week before I can start piecing together for this swap.

I'm on track for both.

[PinballFamily]

Checking in - now that Z2H is back from vacation - we'll sit and figure out my YC paper piecing this week. (Only in one group - and a tiny one at that!). On target...

[ZeroToHero]

Checking in - now that Z2H is back from vacation - we'll sit and figure out my YC paper piecing this week. (Only in one group - and a tiny one at that!). On target...
Checking in... didn't know I had to help YOU.... (just kidding, please still feed me dinner tonight...)

Anyway, I've finished the AKL shaker box (I changed it from a lyric inside to just "AKL", so Susie, you can do whatever lyrics you want without us having the same one), but that's all I've actually finished.

I have ideas for the other things, and supplies purchased. I had to go online to find some pictures for SCAL, so that took a while to get good ones. I am on track though. I hope to have this finished before I leave, so I can get you back your cartridge.

[aries1980]

Checking In!

[morgansmom2000]

Me too!

[momx3boys]

Checking in. Haven't done anything yet, but there shouldn't be any problems. :)

[velrox]

Can't wait to get home, as my paper order should be there (according to fed ex tracking). I have some ideas, but I was waiting for the actual paper to be really inspired. Will work on this soon.:woohoo:

[hopemax]

I finally got around to "shop my stash" and I had many of the colors already. :cool1: I went to Archiver's and found a few more, but I think I will probably have to order a little online too.

[New England Eeyore]

Thanks to so many of you for checking in!

wall*e2008 - your box arrived yesterday - very nice! And thanks for the goodies - did you make them yourself? I love them!

I'm caught up with all my other swaps and mostly done with my summer overtime, so once my paper arrives I am ready to get cracking on this swap!

[Michellepooh]

Checking in. I haven't done anything with these yet. I'm waiting to finish up the cruise swap first. :)

[Schelinski]

I'm almost done. :) Just waiting on some paper and a new blade.

[rlovew]

Checking in- I have lots of other things to finish before I do these but they are on my list- I will be checking on what I need to order next week- we ended up with another funeral to deal with this week.

Rebecca

[DisneyBarlans]

Checking in-working on another swap right now, should be able to start soon.

[SusieStone]

I am going to finish up the

ABC Swap
Season's Swap

and then I will beo n this to one.

I have all my paper. I have the ideas in my mind exccept I have forgotten what shapes I was going to do for Boardwalk. Can I change that to Title or is it too late?

[SusieStone]

A- All Star Music: Bright Yellow, Green, Blue, and Red - MAKE 3 - topper I plan to use the HM font that has stars in it.
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Bazzill Yellow, Bazzill Green, Bazzill Blue, Bazzill Red

B. All Star Sports: Bright Yellow, Green, Blue, and Red - MAKE 4 - topper I had planned on using the HM font again. I need to check the group and see who is in both with me so it won't be so redundant.
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Bazzill Yellow, Bazzill Green, Bazzill Blue, Bazzill Red


C. All Star Movies: Bright Yellow, Green, Blue, and Red - MAKE 4 - framesI wanted to use a frame from the HM cart but I am wodnering how do I make it 4 by 6. Can someone help me iwht that?
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Bazzill Yellow, Bazzill Green, Bazzill Blue, Bazzill Red

D. Pop Century: Teal, Purple, and any bright colors (the place is full of them and they are all mixed together)- MAKE 4 - topperIt will probably be your basic layered topper with layered letters. If I get a chance, I may sew the mat.
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Patina, African Violet, same colors for All Stars - use your judgement

G. Port Orleans French Quarter: Kelly Green, Black, Yellow, Purple - MAKE 3 - license plateI am really not liking the license plate idea now. What is something cute the plate could say?
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Grass Green, Raven, Sunshine, African Violet


H. Port Orleans Riverside: Maroon, Light Yellow, Slate blue, Light Green - MAKE 4 - journal boxes These will probably be simple JB's with some sewing on them. What do you think a good color would be? I was thinking black.
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Barkley, Chiffon, Skyline, Midge

I. Animal Kingdom Lodge: Browns, Dark Greens, Tan - MAKE 10 -matted quote/lyric/etcI want to find the song that you hear when you are out on your balcony. I need to find it. COLOR]
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Mud Pie, Mocha Divine, Cinnabar, Aspen, Ivy, Cahshmere

Group IA - Animal Kingdom Lodge Group 2 - MAKE 10 - paper piecingI plan to use the masks from the my world cart.

J. Beach Club: Ocean Blue, Peach, Light and Medium Green - MAKE 4 - shapes
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Dragonfly, Just Peach, Midge, Katydid.I was thinking of seashell shapes. Anyone have any better ideas?

K. Contemporary: Maroon, Golden Yellow, and light yellow - MAKE 5 - title lettersSelf explanatory
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Barkley, Amber, Chiffon


M. Grand Floridian: Metallic Gold, Bright Yellow, Dark Red (think the roof), Ivory - MAKE 6 - matchbook[COLOR="red"]Do y'all like matchboks+
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Starburst (metallic), Desert Marigold, Barkley, Sugar Cookie

N. Polynesian: Jungle Green, Brown, Red, Orange - MAKE 8 - slide mounts
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Patch, Mocha Divine, Bazzill Red, Rio de Janeiro

P. Wilderness Lodge: Dark Brown, Dark Green, Slate Blue - MAKE 7 - paper piecingI think I am going to do a stand of trees pop dotted like I did for the sports n more swap
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Mud Pie, Aspen, Skyline

R. Boardwalk: white, metalic gold, royal blue, light blue - MAKE 4 - shapes
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Avalanche, Starburst (metallic), Mediterranean, Kevin It will be something decorative.

S. Old Key West: Light Pink, Mint, Peach, Light Blue - MAKE 4 - shapes
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Petalsoft, Midge, Just Peachy, Kevin I wanted to do life rings or life guard chair but that would be differnt colors than what is listed so I need to think of some shapes to do. Maybe some conch shells.

T. Saratoga Springs: Medium Green, Yellow, Peach - MAKE 6 - photo mats
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Patch, Pollen, Bluff layered and sewed.

[calanniebu]

just checking in ... little late but better late than never! have paper need to start working on them. :D

[chiefdragon]

checking in. Going to finish up the ABC swap then I will work on this one. I plan to pick up my paper at CKC this weekend.

[New England Eeyore]

I am going to finish up the

ABC Swap
Season's Swap

and then I will beo n this to one.

I have all my paper. I have the ideas in my mind exccept I have forgotten what shapes I was going to do for Boardwalk. Can I change that to Title or is it too late?

Topper is fine since there isn't one in that group. Let me know if you for sure wanted to change it and I'll change the list on the first page.

Your plans for the other groups sound good. I don't know what the HM frame is like for the ASMo group, but I think as long as it's a nice frame, the size isn't crucial. The Sizzix frames have never been true for 4x6 and we've gone with them.

POFQ - I have a hard time with the license plate sayings too. Maybe something about Mardi Gras?

[SusieStone]

Topper is fine since there isn't one in that group. Let me know if you for sure wanted to change it and I'll change the list on the first page.

Your plans for the other groups sound good. I don't know what the HM frame is like for the ASMo group, but I think as long as it's a nice frame, the size isn't crucial. The Sizzix frames have never been true for 4x6 and we've gone with them.

POFQ - I have a hard time with the license plate sayings too. Maybe something about Mardi Gras?

Great.

Please change me to a topper for Boardwalk.

[Mickeyteacher]

If it is ok with everyone in group k- CR. I would like to do photo mats and journal boxes.
S :)

[SusieStone]

If it is ok with everyone in group k- CR. I would like to do photo mats and journal boxes.
S :)

It is fine with me. Sounds great.

[New England Eeyore]

If it is ok with everyone in group k- CR. I would like to do photo mats and journal boxes.
S :)

That's fine. I've got you marked down on the list.

[123SA]

I have finished and will get this in the mail probably next week. I will post again when it is in the mail.

Thanks for hosting!

[SusieStone]

I have to finish the color pages and the holidays and then I will start on this one. DH is working days starting Friday for 7 days so I should get tons done. I hope to start on this by Sunday.

It should go pretty quick since I have all my ideas, carts, adhesive and paper in a pile for this one ready to go. OOH - I need to get my baggies - I need to check how many I wil need and get those labeled. and ready to go.

[chiefdragon]

I finished up last night for group I (which is suprising that this is the only group I signed up for)...ad just returned from putting it in the mail.

[ZeroToHero]

I wanted to see if this is an okay size for the topper - sorry it's a bad picture, I was trying to take it with a webcam, and the webcam showed it backwards, so I had to move it in the opposite direction... arg. Anyway. It's 5 inches wide and 5 tall with the turret. This okay?

http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f86/faerietithe/Scrapbook%20and%20Swaps/Photo1.jpg

[rlovew]

That looks amazing to me!!! I can't wait to get it- it will be an amazing piece to use in our Anniversary album.

Rebecca

[123SA]

I wanted to see if this is an okay size for the topper - sorry it's a bad picture, I was trying to take it with a webcam, and the webcam showed it backwards, so I had to move it in the opposite direction... arg. Anyway. It's 5 inches wide and 5 tall with the turret. This okay?

http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f86/faerietithe/Scrapbook%20and%20Swaps/Photo1.jpg


Wow!!! Not in that group, not answering your question, just stating I love it!

Is that a SCAL piece? What font?

[Arizona Rita]

Very pretty!

[ZeroToHero]

Thank you all! Yes, it's SCAL, and it's a Pirates of the Caribbean font, I think. I forget the exact name, but it's "Caribbean _______". I'll get back to you.

[New England Eeyore]

Looks terrific!!

[MegB]

Z2H - Awesome work?

Q - What is SCAL? And where do I get it? :flower3:

[ZeroToHero]

Z2H - Awesome work?

Q - What is SCAL? And where do I get it? :flower3:

It's "Sure Cuts A Lot", and you can download it from a bunch of different websites - shop around for the best price, we got it for about 50$? But they just came out with a new version, which I think is more expensive. We'll be upgrading though - it sounds a lot better.

It lets you hook your Cricut up to your computer, and you can cut out different fonts and pictures, etc, so you're not just limited to carts. It's hard to learn at first (if you want to do pictures, you need to download a free program called "Inkscape" too.), but once you get the hang of it, it's really neat!

[StitchIsOurHero]

ZTH--not in that group, but I LOVE IT!!!

[SusieStone]

I wanted to see if this is an okay size for the topper - sorry it's a bad picture, I was trying to take it with a webcam, and the webcam showed it backwards, so I had to move it in the opposite direction... arg. Anyway. It's 5 inches wide and 5 tall with the turret. This okay?

http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f86/faerietithe/Scrapbook%20and%20Swaps/Photo1.jpg

I love it. I have SCAL and am too scared to learn to use it.

[morgansmom2000]

Love that! Wish I was in that group...

[MegB]

It's "Sure Cuts A Lot", and you can download it from a bunch of different websites - shop around for the best price, we got it for about 50$? But they just came out with a new version, which I think is more expensive. We'll be upgrading though - it sounds a lot better.

It lets you hook your Cricut up to your computer, and you can cut out different fonts and pictures, etc, so you're not just limited to carts. It's hard to learn at first (if you want to do pictures, you need to download a free program called "Inkscape" too.), but once you get the hang of it, it's really neat!


Is it similar to the Cricut Design Studio? I don't have that either, but I was wondering what the difference are and if one is "better" than the other?

Meg:flower3:

[morgansmom2000]

It is like Design Studio, but you can use any font on your computer with it (some weld better than others though). You can also cut all kinds of shapes. The Latte card I did for the card swap was a file that I cut with my Cricut using SCAL. I really like the versatility of the program (and being able to cut whatever I want). I think it's a good investment, and since the new version just came out, you would have a year or more before a third version comes out and you'd have to think about upgrading.

[ZeroToHero]

It is like Design Studio, but you can use any font on your computer with it (some weld better than others though). You can also cut all kinds of shapes. The Latte card I did for the card swap was a file that I cut with my Cricut using SCAL. I really like the versatility of the program (and being able to cut whatever I want). I think it's a good investment, and since the new version just came out, you would have a year or more before a third version comes out and you'd have to think about upgrading.

Unlike us, where we got it less than a month before the upgrade came out.... :headache:

Oh well. It works when we need it to - and makes swaps easier, instead of having to stick down over 100 individual letters to shadows and shadows to pages. (Too bad I didn't find out about it until after the ABC swap!) :rotfl:

[morgansmom2000]

Yeah, I got it in April. Still, I think they should have told us they were coming out with an upgrade, I may have waited and I may not have, but I would have been informed.

BTW, if you got if after 6/22, you can get a free upgrade, I think. Let me see if I can find the info.

[SusieStone]

Yeah, I got it in April. Still, I think they should have told us they were coming out with an upgrade, I may have waited and I may not have, but I would have been informed.

BTW, if you got if after 6/22, you can get a free upgrade, I think. Let me see if I can find the info.

OT- I just preordered Gypsy

[MegB]

Z2H and MM2000 - thanks for the info. I LOVE my Cricut. I have the first one that came out and haven't upgraded to the expression ---yet:rolleyes1

I've been mulling over the Cricut Design Studio, but it sounds like SCAL is better - being able to use any font or design you can find online. Have I got that right?

How easy is SCAL to learn? I'm very computer savvy and pick up on most programs without really having to read the instructions. The one program that I wasn't able to get the hang of - even after buying an $50 book of instructions was PhotoShop Elements.

How long did it take you to figure out SCAL?

[morgansmom2000]

I've had the program since April, I consider myself computer savvy, and I am still learning. You can download a free trial and test it out. It uses SVGs, which are edited with a program called Inkscape, a free downloadable program.

There are TONS of tutorials out there, and I really like the program, it just takes a little time to get the "steps" down.

Susie, where did you preorder the Gypsy from? I told DH I wanted one for my birthday (next month ;) ).

[SusieStone]

I've had the program since April, I consider myself computer savvy, and I am still learning. You can download a free trial and test it out. It uses SVGs, which are edited with a program called Inkscape, a free downloadable program.

There are TONS of tutorials out there, and I really like the program, it just takes a little time to get the "steps" down.

Susie, where did you preorder the Gypsy from? I told DH I wanted one for my birthday (next month ;) ).

hallmark scrapbook

[Queenie]

Hi,

Just stopping by to say I'm now back online with full net access (hopefully, assuming my wireless network doesn't randomly decide I can only go online via the laptop and not the desktop again!) Should be no problems getting my stuff done for group I!

Xxx

[New England Eeyore]

Good to hear from you Queenie? Does this mean you're settled into your new place? I forget the time line.

chiefdragon - your package arrived today. They're adorable! Thanks for the goodies!

I got some work done on a few groups today - 1 group completely finished, and 3 more have all the pieces cut, just need to be assembled. DH is going to a poker game tomorrow night, so I plan to hole myself up in my scrap room and get a lot done.

[ZeroToHero]

And here are some of my groups....

The POR frames are not 4x6 openings, they're smaller, so I included some screw brads and either a yard of ribbon or some flowers. I'm not sure how to make it fit a 4x6 photo, or if it's supposed to.

http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f86/faerietithe/Scrapbook%20and%20Swaps/100_0449.jpg
http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f86/faerietithe/Scrapbook%20and%20Swaps/100_0450.jpg
http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f86/faerietithe/Scrapbook%20and%20Swaps/100_0451.jpg
http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f86/faerietithe/Scrapbook%20and%20Swaps/100_0453.jpg

[Queenie]

Yes we're in the new place, will post some pics this week. Only got the net back the other day and DH has been off work all week so we've been working on doing stuff rather than being online. It's really great, especially as I've now got a scrap room! :)

[New England Eeyore]

ZTH - very cute! The frames look good. The Sizzix and Cricut ones never quite fit a true 4x6 and that's fine.

Queenie - Yay for a scrap room!

[SusieStone]

I am cutting out All Star Movies, Music and SPorts today as well as Pop Century so I can glue them toggether later

[SusieStone]

I do not like that ACOT did not put the paper in the box in the order it is on the packing slip and it isn't labeled in any way.

UGH

[SusieStone]

My cricut just threw the mat and paper out in the middle of cutting. 2 sheets of blue paper were ruined in the process. I quit for the night

[ZeroToHero]

My cricut just threw the mat and paper out in the middle of cutting. 2 sheets of blue paper were ruined in the process. I quit for the night

:( Hope it was just a one-time thing..

[New England Eeyore]

That stinks about the ACOT order, Susie - do you not have the swatches? I did, so it wasn't a problem for me, but that is lousy.

Sorry you had a bad swapping day. If it makes you feel any better, I was doing this WAY too late at night (should have known better) and ruined 2 sheets of Bazzill and one of my Cricut markers (one that I *needed*) because I wasn't paying close enough attention to what I was doing and trying to do too much at once.

2 lessons learned when dealing with Cricut markers:
1. Don't forget to change the pressure back to normal after you switch from marker back to blade. Had a lovely time cutting air the first time around. :headache:
2. Don't forget to actually PUT THE BLADE BACK IN after changing the pressure back. You will completely ruin your marker if you use it with maximum pressure. :headache: What an idiot I am.

Needless to say, those pieces are now on hold waiting for me to pick up a new set of markers and will be done when I am fully energized and not trying to multi-task.

On another note - I have 4 groups done now. Plugging along.

[SusieStone]

My swatches are packed up in a box at the other house and I have no idea which one. Hopefully in 6 months - the new hosue willbe ready and my scrap room will be totally organized. I even plan on putting my childhood bed in there - in case I ever need a little inspiration.....(aka nap)

[SusieStone]

Thanks goodness it was Bazzill Blue so hopefully my LSS will have it.

[SusieStone]

I am in a bind the frame in HM does not fit on the shadow ....UGH and I have wasted more paper. For my ASM group, I would like to change to - 1 matted song/lyric/poem/quote/wordle: double matted, minimum text area 3x3

I think I have enough paper I can do that.

[New England Eeyore]

No problem - I've changed you on the list.

[Mickeyteacher]

I got my paper today, so I plan on working on this tomorrow or Saturday.
S :)

[hopemax]

I have my Grand Floridian, Old Key West and Ft Wilderness groups done. I have the stuff cut out for Polynesian and I am going to assemble them tonight during TV. So that will leave 5 groups still to do.

I am hoping to get these done by the middle of next week, because I was thinking I could maybe send them to MichellePooh with the Cruise Swap and she could hand them off to you sometime in the next month?

And a kudos to Stampendous the makers of Fun Flock. I ordered some flock from their website yesterday, for flocking giraffes and I got it TODAY!

[New England Eeyore]

I am hoping to get these done by the middle of next week, because I was thinking I could maybe send them to MichellePooh with the Cruise Swap and she could hand them off to you sometime in the next month?


Yup, that works!

[Mickeyteacher]

S :)

[Mickeyteacher]

I'm all done. SInce I did not do anything that creative I made 2 photo mats and 2 journal boxes per person. I hope everyone can us them. I will let yo know when I mail them.
S :)

[New England Eeyore]

I'm sure they look lovely, Mickeyteacher!

[PinballFamily]

Here's the prototype for my Group Q Yacht Club paper piecing (thanks to Z2H for her Inkscape tutorials!!!) I'll turn my little bundle over to you on Friday, NEE - thank heavens I'm only in one group! I didn't attach the flag poles to the roofs - folks can do that themselves - so they'll fit in my ziplocks. When attached, the entire piece is 11 inches high.

http://i694.photobucket.com/albums/vv307/pambybell/DSCN3786.jpg

[123SA]

Nice work!


I mailed my package today. Thanks for hostessing!

[SusieStone]

Due date is September 15 (that is when I need to receive your package). Please mail packages out by September 8.

Oh boy.....I have all my baggies labeled and together. All my paper is here. All Star groups are done. I leave to go to Myrtle Beach today and will be beack Sunday night. I am going to get going fast and furious when I get back.

[ZeroToHero]

You will be getting mine tonight - my mom is bringing them to the crop. I spent a while packaging them all up the other day, and put them in a priority box, but didn't close it. You can write my name on it or something, so that you have something to sort into, if you want. And if you seal it so that nothing falls out until you see me again, that's fine (it'd be like getting mail to open!)

Your cartridge is in there too - thank you for letting me use it!

[aries1980]

I thought I checked in but in case I missed it Im sorry But all is good over here! And under way!

[New England Eeyore]

Pinball Family - the lighthouse is wonderful!! Can't wait to see it in person.


I mailed my package today. Thanks for hostessing!

I got it the other day. Looks great!! Thanks for the goodies!

Due date is September 15 (that is when I need to receive your package). Please mail packages out by September 8.

Oh boy.....I have all my baggies labeled and together. All my paper is here. All Star groups are done. I leave to go to Myrtle Beach today and will be beack Sunday night. I am going to get going fast and furious when I get back.

Have a nice trip! Good luck creating.

You will be getting mine tonight - my mom is bringing them to the crop. I spent a while packaging them all up the other day, and put them in a priority box, but didn't close it. You can write my name on it or something, so that you have something to sort into, if you want. And if you seal it so that nothing falls out until you see me again, that's fine (it'd be like getting mail to open!)

Your cartridge is in there too - thank you for letting me use it!

No problem on the cartridge! I'm excited to see everything in person!
I thought I checked in but in case I missed it Im sorry But all is good over here! And under way!

Thanks for checking in!

[hopemax]

I am postal to MichellePooh in the box with the cruise swap. I didn't take any pictures this time. I caught DH's cold, and I was already hurrying to get it done when DH took stuff to the PO today, and ran out of time and energy.

[rlovew]

I have 4 groups done, 2 more cut and ready to embellish, and then just one more to do. I should have them done before SDV.

Rebecca

[AlexWyattMommy]

I am getting ready to work on this one now that my prototypes for the holidays is done.

Hope to have two groups done by tomorrow.

[New England Eeyore]

This Tuesday is the 2nd check in, and the last call for angels. If you haven't done so over the past week or so, please check in with your progress. If you think you will have difficulty finishing in time, please speak up and ask for an angel. I have a trip scheduled shortly after the due date, so I will need to keep firm to that deadline to make sure this is wrapped up before then.

Thanks to all who have checked in recently!

For my own progress, I am more than halfway done. I did a ton of work at my crop Friday night and I hope to finish over the next couple of weeks.

I am postal to MichellePooh in the box with the cruise swap. I didn't take any pictures this time. I caught DH's cold, and I was already hurrying to get it done when DH took stuff to the PO today, and ran out of time and energy.
Thanks! I'll get them from her in a couple weeks. I will take pictures of everything, don't worry. I'm just waiting until I have a big chunk to do at once.

[PinballFamily]

I did a ton of work at my crop Friday night and I hope to finish over the next couple of weeks.

It was so great to see you the other night at the crop! You were a busy bee - we didn't even get much of chance to chat and catch up with each other! Thanks for taking all Z2Hs and my swap stuff - and I hope you enjoy the spools of ribbon. I thought they were pretty cute and hope that you can use them somewhere...see you later!

[New England Eeyore]

It was so great to see you the other night at the crop! You were a busy bee - we didn't even get much of chance to chat and catch up with each other! Thanks for taking all Z2Hs and my swap stuff - and I hope you enjoy the spools of ribbon. I thought they were pretty cute and hope that you can use them somewhere...see you later!

It was good to see you too! I was a busy bee with my 10 zillion groups for this swap! We have to find a better seating configuration for the crop because my back is always to you. Thanks for the ribbon! I didn't open all the baggies yet, just took a peek at the stuff through the plastic, but what I saw looks terrific!

[SusieStone]

Progress update - I am on track to complete these. I plan on

Completed
A- All Star Music
B. All Star Sports:
C. All Star Movies:


To Do:
D. Pop Century: Teal, Purple, and any bright colors (the place is full of them and they are all mixed together)- MAKE 4 - topper
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Patina, African Violet, same colors for All Stars - use your judgement

G. Port Orleans French Quarter: Kelly Green, Black, Yellow, Purple - MAKE 3 - license plateI am really not liking the license plate idea now. I think it will say Mardi Gras
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Grass Green, Raven, Sunshine, African Violet


H. Port Orleans Riverside: Maroon, Light Yellow, Slate blue, Light Green - MAKE 4 - journal boxes
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Barkley, Chiffon, Skyline, Midge

I. Animal Kingdom Lodge: Browns, Dark Greens, Tan - MAKE 10 -matted quote/lyric/etcQueenie sent a PM about changing spots with her but then that would give me another paper piecing group. I checked and there are some people that are in both groups so I don't think that they want 2 african masks and I don't know of another paper pieicng on the cricut carts I could do....Does anyone have any suggestions? I also have to watch how much paper it could take. COLOR]
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Mud Pie, Mocha Divine, Cinnabar, Aspen, Ivy, Cahshmere

Group IA - Animal Kingdom Lodge Group 2 - MAKE 10 - paper piecingI plan to use the masks from the my world cart.

J. Beach Club: Ocean Blue, Peach, Light and Medium Green - MAKE 4 - shapes
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Dragonfly, Just Peach, Midge, Katydid.I was thinking of seashell shapes. Anyone have any better ideas?

K. Contemporary: Maroon, Golden Yellow, and light yellow - MAKE 5 - title lettersSelf explanatory
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Barkley, Amber, Chiffon


M. Grand Floridian: Metallic Gold, Bright Yellow, Dark Red (think the roof), Ivory - MAKE 6 - matchbookWould the people int he group rather have something besides matchbooks?
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Starburst (metallic), Desert Marigold, Barkley, Sugar Cookie

N. Polynesian: Jungle Green, Brown, Red, Orange - MAKE 8 - slide mounts
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Patch, Mocha Divine, Bazzill Red, Rio de Janeiro

P. Wilderness Lodge: Dark Brown, Dark Green, Slate Blue - MAKE 7 - paper piecing was going to do a stand of trees like I did for the Sports and more swap but there isn't enought color variation in the group colors to be able to do that.
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Mud Pie, Aspen, Skyline

R. Boardwalk: white, metalic gold, royal blue, light blue - MAKE 4 - topper
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Avalanche, Starburst (metallic), Mediterranean, Kevin

S. Old Key West: Light Pink, Mint, Peach, Light Blue - MAKE 4 - shapes
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Petalsoft, Midge, Just Peachy, Kevin I wanted to do life rings or life guard chair but that would be differnt colors than what is listed so I need to think of some shapes to do. Maybe some conch shells.

T. Saratoga Springs: Medium Green, Yellow, Peach - MAKE 6 - photo mats
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Patch, Pollen, Bluff layered and sewedI accidently cut up all my pollen so I don't know what I am going to do with this group now. I didn't order any Pollen[COLOR="red"] either......

[momx3boys]

Checking in. I will be working on these this week. :)

[StitchIsOurHero]

Checking in!! I've got my stuff and my plans. Hoping to work on these this week or this weekend!!

[AlexWyattMommy]

I. Animal Kingdom Lodge: Browns, Dark Greens, Tan - MAKE 10 -matted quote/lyric/etc[COLOR="red"]Queenie sent a PM about changing spots with her but then that would give me another paper piecing group. I checked and there are some people that are in both groups so I don't think that they want 2 african masks and I don't know of another paper pieicng on the cricut carts I could do....Does anyone have any suggestions? I also have to watch how much paper it could take. COLOR]
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Mud Pie, Mocha Divine, Cinnabar, Aspen, Ivy, Cahshmere
Do you have any raffita? That fake straw stuff? You could make your masks in different colors and one could have the raffita sticking out around it in short pieces and the other one could have longer pieces just coming off the top.

P. Wilderness Lodge: Dark Brown, Dark Green, Slate Blue - MAKE 7 - paper piecing was going to do a stand of trees like I did for the Sports and more swap but there isn't enought color variation in the group colors to be able to do that.
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Mud Pie, Aspen, Skyline
You could use inks to change the tones for the stand of trees. I cheated and used some Ivy with the Aspen for the trees on my photo mats.



See above.

[morgansmom2000]

Checking in. Just need to finish a couple more "August" swaps and then I'll start on these. I'm going to a store in CT on Thursday (meeting Buffy!), so I'll look for my Bazzill colors there :)

[SusieStone]

All Star Sports
http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm92/SwappinDISer/IMG_1971.jpg

All Star Movies
http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm92/SwappinDISer/IMG_1970.jpg

All Star Music
http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm92/SwappinDISer/IMG_1969.jpg

[Michellepooh]

Got a lot of work done on these this weekend. Should be done soon. :)

[SusieStone]

My plan is to do 3 -4 groups a day/night so I will should be done by the end of the week.

That will just leave the T-N-T swap on my plate.

[calanniebu]

just checking in ... have paper ... and that's about it! :D

[New England Eeyore]

I. Animal Kingdom Lodge: Browns, Dark Greens, Tan - MAKE 10 -matted quote/lyric/etc[COLOR="red"]Queenie sent a PM about changing spots with her but then that would give me another paper piecing group. I checked and there are some people that are in both groups so I don't think that they want 2 african masks and I don't know of another paper pieicng on the cricut carts I could do....Does anyone have any suggestions? I also have to watch how much paper it could take. COLOR]

You could always do a few different animals from the AK cartridge. Those wouldn't be color specific either so you wouldn't have to worry about rationing your Bazzill.

P. Wilderness Lodge: Dark Brown, Dark Green, Slate Blue - MAKE 7 - paper piecing was going to do a stand of trees like I did for the Sports and more swap but there isn't enought color variation in the group colors to be able to do that.
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Mud Pie, Aspen, Skyline
The suggested colors are just suggestions. You can use other shades of green also.



In blue.

[SusieStone]

In blue.

Great.

Thanks for your help

[kkbeaton2]

I just finished up my cruise swap, so this is next for me. I have all my paper, my designs are started, and I will be on time.

[DisneyBarlans]

I have my supplies and will be starting this one this week. :goodvibes

[duchess_tisha]

I am done with both of my groups. I am not thrilled with my movies topper, so I might go back to the drawing board on that one!

[MegB]

I'm working to get this one completed and mailed out, then I have to immediately follow suit with the AK swap... WHEW!:flower3:

[SusieStone]

All bags and paper labeled adn ready to go as I assemble

Completed
A- All Star Music
B. All Star Sports:
C. All Star Movies:


Cut Out and Need to Assemble
D. Pop Century:
K. Contemporary

To Do:

G. Port Orleans French Quarter: Kelly Green, Black, Yellow, Purple - MAKE 3 - license plateI am really not liking the license plate idea now. I think it will say Mardi Gras
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Grass Green, Raven, Sunshine, African Violet


H. Port Orleans Riverside: Maroon, Light Yellow, Slate blue, Light Green - MAKE 4 - journal boxes
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Barkley, Chiffon, Skyline, Midge

I. Animal Kingdom Lodge: Browns, Dark Greens, Tan - MAKE 10 -matted quote/lyric/etc Suggested Bazzill Colors: Mud Pie, Mocha Divine, Cinnabar, Aspen, Ivy, Cahshmere

Group IA - Animal Kingdom Lodge Group 2 - MAKE 10 - paper piecing

J. Beach Club: Ocean Blue, Peach, Light and Medium Green - MAKE 4 - shapes
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Dragonfly, Just Peach, Midge, Katydid.I was thinking of seashell shapes. Anyone have any better ideas?

M. Grand Floridian: Metallic Gold, Bright Yellow, Dark Red (think the roof), Ivory - MAKE 6 - matchbook Suggested Bazzill Colors: Starburst (metallic), Desert Marigold, Barkley, Sugar Cookie

N. Polynesian: Jungle Green, Brown, Red, Orange - MAKE 8 - slide mounts
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Patch, Mocha Divine, Bazzill Red, Rio de Janeiro

P. Wilderness Lodge: Dark Brown, Dark Green, Slate Blue - MAKE 7 - paper piecing . Suggested Bazzill Colors: Mud Pie, Aspen, Skyline

R. Boardwalk: white, metalic gold, royal blue, light blue - MAKE 4 - topper
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Avalanche, Starburst (metallic), Mediterranean, Kevin

S. Old Key West: Light Pink, Mint, Peach, Light Blue - MAKE 4 - shapes
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Petalsoft, Midge, Just Peachy, Kevin

T. Saratoga Springs: Medium Green, Yellow, Peach - MAKE 6 - photo mats
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Patch, Pollen, Bluff

[Mickeyteacher]

I'm here and I'm done!
S :)

[AlexWyattMommy]

Almost done with WL.
AKL - 1 group needs their fiber tied on, the second group I'm still working on the ATC.
Yatch Club - I got the paper. :rotfl2:

[Schelinski]

I contacted Quickutz...should have another new blade early next week...hoping to give everything to you when I see you next week! :D

[SusieStone]

All bags and paper labeled and ready to go as I assemble

Completed
A- All Star Music
B. All Star Sports
C. All Star Movies
D. Pop Century:
K. Contemporary


To Do:

G. Port Orleans French Quarter: Kelly Green, Black, Yellow, Purple - MAKE 3 - license plateI am really not liking the license plate idea now. I think it will say Mardi Gras
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Grass Green, Raven, Sunshine, African Violet


H. Port Orleans Riverside: Maroon, Light Yellow, Slate blue, Light Green - MAKE 4 - journal boxes
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Barkley, Chiffon, Skyline, Midge

I. Animal Kingdom Lodge: Browns, Dark Greens, Tan - MAKE 10 -matted quote/lyric/etc Suggested Bazzill Colors: Mud Pie, Mocha Divine, Cinnabar, Aspen, Ivy, Cahshmere

Group IA - Animal Kingdom Lodge Group 2 - MAKE 10 - paper piecing

J. Beach Club: Ocean Blue, Peach, Light and Medium Green - MAKE 4 - shapes
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Dragonfly, Just Peach, Midge, Katydid.I was thinking of seashell shapes. Anyone have any better ideas?

M. Grand Floridian: Metallic Gold, Bright Yellow, Dark Red (think the roof), Ivory - MAKE 6 - matchbook Suggested Bazzill Colors: Starburst (metallic), Desert Marigold, Barkley, Sugar Cookie

N. Polynesian: Jungle Green, Brown, Red, Orange - MAKE 8 - slide mounts
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Patch, Mocha Divine, Bazzill Red, Rio de Janeiro

P. Wilderness Lodge: Dark Brown, Dark Green, Slate Blue - MAKE 7 - paper piecing . Suggested Bazzill Colors: Mud Pie, Aspen, Skyline

R. Boardwalk: white, metalic gold, royal blue, light blue - MAKE 4 - topper
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Avalanche, Starburst (metallic), Mediterranean, Kevin

S. Old Key West: Light Pink, Mint, Peach, Light Blue - MAKE 4 - shapes
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Petalsoft, Midge, Just Peachy, Kevin

T. Saratoga Springs: Medium Green, Yellow, Peach - MAKE 6 - photo mats
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Patch, Pollen, Bluff

[SusieStone]

All bags and paper labeled and ready to go as I assemble - Only 6 more groups to go

Completed
A- All Star Music
B. All Star Sports
C. All Star Movies
D. Pop Century:
G. Port Orleans French Quarter
H. Port Orleans Riverside
J. Beach Club
K. Contemporary
R. Boardwalk
S. Old Key West


To Do:
I. Animal Kingdom Lodge: Browns, Dark Greens, Tan - MAKE 10 -matted quote/lyric/etc Suggested Bazzill Colors: Mud Pie, Mocha Divine, Cinnabar, Aspen, Ivy, Cahshmere

Group IA - Animal Kingdom Lodge Group 2 - MAKE 10 - paper piecing

M. Grand Floridian: Metallic Gold, Bright Yellow, Dark Red (think the roof), Ivory - MAKE 6 - matchbook Suggested Bazzill Colors: Starburst (metallic), Desert Marigold, Barkley, Sugar Cookie

N. Polynesian: Jungle Green, Brown, Red, Orange - MAKE 8 - slide mounts
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Patch, Mocha Divine, Bazzill Red, Rio de Janeiro

P. Wilderness Lodge: Dark Brown, Dark Green, Slate Blue - MAKE 7 - paper piecing . Suggested Bazzill Colors: Mud Pie, Aspen, Skyline

T. Saratoga Springs: Medium Green, Yellow, Peach - MAKE 6 - photo mats
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Patch, Pollen, Bluff

[rlovew]

I finished up my last group last night. I won't be mailing until after SDV but evey\rything is done. My Saratoga Spring Paper piecing is a little different- I did the iron work on the signs with the horses trotting so it is all in black but I think it turned out really neat for the resort.

Rebecca

[SusieStone]

I need to change my Saratoge Springs spot to shapes. I miscut my patch for something else.

[New England Eeyore]

I changed your element, Susie.

Thanks for all the status updates. I took pictures of everything I have so far this morning and will upload them within the next few days. Everything so far is just lovely. I'm so glad I joined so many groups!

Since I'm working with my baby bug I've been able to work in the living room while I watch TV, so I'm cruising right along with my groups. I have to take a little break over the next couple of weeks, but I will be on track to finish well before the due date.

[SusieStone]

This is all I have left to do.

To Do:
I. Animal Kingdom Lodge: Browns, Dark Greens, Tan - MAKE 10 -pp- Suggested Bazzill Colors: Mud Pie, Mocha Divine, Cinnabar, Aspen, Ivy, Cahshmere

Group IA - Animal Kingdom Lodge Group 2 - MAKE 10 - paper piecing

M. Grand Floridian: Metallic Gold, Bright Yellow, Dark Red (think the roof), Ivory - MAKE 6 - matchbook Suggested Bazzill Colors: Starburst (metallic), Desert Marigold, Barkley, Sugar Cookie

N. Polynesian: Jungle Green, Brown, Red, Orange - MAKE 8 - slide mounts
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Patch, Mocha Divine, Bazzill Red, Rio de Janeiro

P. Wilderness Lodge: Dark Brown, Dark Green, Slate Blue - MAKE 7 - paper piecing . Suggested Bazzill Colors: Mud Pie, Aspen, Skyline


I have taken Queenie's paper piecing spot in my other AK group. I will be doing two different pps for the 2 different groups

[Queenie]

Hiya,

Just checking in. As Susie said above, we have switched groups. I should be finished tomorrow and postal this week whenever I can get to the post office.

[AlexWyattMommy]

My file folder for Yacht Club looks horrible. Hate that I wasted the Bazzill cutting the one.

Can I change to topper or something else?

It's my last group to finish.

[ZeroToHero]

Fine by me, AWM. :)

[kkbeaton2]

I have 3 of my 4 groups completed. I just have my AKL to finish now.

[SusieStone]

I got both AK paper piecings cut tonight and 6 out of 20 are assembled. I am going to finish those up tomorrow after church and a baby shower I have to go to.....

that leaves

M. Grand Floridian: Metallic Gold, Bright Yellow, Dark Red (think the roof), Ivory - MAKE 6 - matchbook Suggested Bazzill Colors: Starburst (metallic), Desert Marigold, Barkley, Sugar CookieI don' want to do a matchbook....what else could I do? think think think

N. Polynesian: Jungle Green, Brown, Red, Orange - MAKE 8 - slide mounts
Suggested Bazzill Colors: Patch, Mocha Divine, Bazzill Red, Rio de JaneiroIt will be rio slide with patch and red trim.....

P. Wilderness Lodge: Dark Brown, Dark Green, Slate Blue - MAKE 7 - paper piecing . Suggested Bazzill Colors: Mud Pie, Aspen, SkylineNo clue had it is going to be now.

I am hoping to mail these by Wednesday.

Tuesday it the first day of school for us. Old school stilll hasn't transferred anything even though they had a signed release since Feb and it is 17 miles away.

[New England Eeyore]

My file folder for Yacht Club looks horrible. Hate that I wasted the Bazzill cutting the one.

Can I change to topper or something else?

It's my last group to finish.

Any element that's not already taken is fine. Just let me know whenever you decide.

[SusieStone]

Please change my Grand Floridian Spot to shapes please.

[PinballFamily]

My file folder for Yacht Club looks horrible. Hate that I wasted the Bazzill cutting the one.

Can I change to topper or something else?

It's my last group to finish.

Sounds fine with me, too! No one did a topper for this group!

[AlexWyattMommy]

I am making a journaling box tag book and a plain ol'journal box.

[kkbeaton2]

Ok, all done!:thumbsup2 Here are my items:

Group IA - Animal Kingdom Lodge Shaker Box:

http://i587.photobucket.com/albums/ss315/kkbeaton2/August033.jpg

Group N - Polynesian borders:

http://i587.photobucket.com/albums/ss315/kkbeaton2/August034.jpg

Group P - Wilderness Lodge tags:

http://i587.photobucket.com/albums/ss315/kkbeaton2/August037.jpg

Group T - Saratoga Springs tags (these are supposed to be like the railings on the balconies there - hope that you can tell that):

http://i587.photobucket.com/albums/ss315/kkbeaton2/August035.jpg

These will go out either tomorrow or Tuesday.

BTW - these items are NOT 10 inches tall each! They just appear larger in the pictures, just like in your car mirror!

[morgansmom2000]

Oooh, I love them all, but I only get the Saratoga ones. I was thinking of trying to do something with the railings too! I love those tags!

[kkbeaton2]

Thanks! I was hoping that they looked like the railings, and both my daughter and my son thought they looked like the railings, even without telling them anything about it, so I guess they were close enough!

[velrox]

I was on vacation at Saratoga Springs doing research for the sway:thumbsup2

I am actually almost done with the Saratoga Springs one and I am working on the animal kingdom.

We were away from 8/9/09-8/20/09 (saratoga springs and a 3 day cruise!)

I am back and will be following the boards again.

[New England Eeyore]

And everyone has checked in!!:thumbsup2 Thanks for being a great group of swappers!

I have made the element changes above.

kkbeaton - Beautiful work! I haven't been to SS but those railings are adorable!

velrox - Hope you had a great trip! Darnit, I should have conned DH into a trip during this swap time for "research" too. How did I miss that opportunity?

[kkbeaton2]

Here is a pic of the railings that I was going by:

http://i587.photobucket.com/albums/ss315/kkbeaton2/12_10002.jpg

[Arizona Rita]

KKBeaton~ :worship:LOVE that shaker box! And my DS knew it was the railngs too!

Eveyone I have enjoyed viewing everything Ive seen so far! Great job!!:)

[kkbeaton2]

KKBeaton~ :worship:LOVE that shaker box! And my DS knew it was the railngs too!

Eveyone I have enjoyed viewing everything Ive seen so far! Great job!!:)

Thanks! Those shaker boxes turned out to be QUITE a pain! Those itty bitty Mickey heads are not done on the Cricut, becuase it distorts the head when done very tiny like that, so that is done from a punch I got at Disneyland. My, was I tired after punching enough for 12 shaker boxes (had to do 1 for dd, and 1 for friend)! I'm glad that someone else can see the railing in those tags!

[ZeroToHero]

Wish I was in the SSR group now, those are adorable! Next year... I'll have stuff to scrap from it still, I'm sure.

[StitchIsOurHero]

kkbeaton--LOVE them!! I definitely could tell it was the railings! I don't get the SSR ones (darn it), but I DO get the AKL one and the Poly ones!! YAY!!

[kkbeaton2]

Thanks SIOH! I'm sure glad that people can tell what they are! :cool1:

[AlexWyattMommy]

I am postal. :thumbsup2

[kkbeaton2]

I am postal as of today, if you need a dc number I have it.