2011 Challenge Card Swap

Katie

2011-10-01T20:43:00.000-07:00

April

2011-10-01T09:41:00.000-07:00

April

2011-08-15T14:03:00.000-07:00

Colette

2011-08-15T08:46:00.000-07:00

Nicole

2011-07-09T21:25:00.000-07:00

Camille

2011-07-09T21:15:00.000-07:00

Emily

2011-07-09T21:12:00.000-07:00

This is actually a tri-fold card. When you open the card first, you see an entire Santa on the second flap!

Karen

2011-07-06T16:01:00.000-07:00

Sharryl

2011-07-06T15:59:00.000-07:00

Some are blue and some are yellow. All are adorable!

Marilee

2011-06-25T09:41:00.000-07:00

Angie

2011-06-25T09:40:00.000-07:00

The inside says Boo with the eyeballs!

Katie

2011-06-15T20:47:00.000-07:00

Melanie

2011-06-15T16:18:00.000-07:00

Colette

2011-06-15T16:16:00.000-07:00

April

2011-06-15T14:00:00.000-07:00

Melanie

2011-06-08T16:07:00.001-07:00

Some more word cards

2011-06-08T16:06:00.000-07:00

Nicole

Karen

Emily

Anne

Angie

Michele

Colette

2011-06-01T16:11:00.000-07:00

Sharryl

2011-05-31T21:16:00.000-07:00

Marilee

2011-05-15T22:11:00.000-07:00

Camille

2011-05-15T22:09:00.000-07:00

Jennifer

2011-05-01T23:54:00.000-07:00

Katie

2011-05-01T20:45:00.000-07:00

April

2011-05-01T13:58:00.000-07:00

Jennifer

2011-04-12T14:48:00.000-07:00

Laura

2011-04-08T23:04:00.000-07:00

Anne

2011-04-07T18:36:00.001-07:00

Camille

2011-04-07T18:35:00.000-07:00

Michele

2011-04-02T19:37:00.000-07:00

Karen

2011-04-02T19:34:00.000-07:00

Marilee

2011-04-02T19:32:00.000-07:00

Sharryl

2011-04-01T13:57:00.000-07:00

Nicole

2011-04-01T13:56:00.000-07:00

Colette

2011-04-01T13:55:00.000-07:00

Melanie

2011-04-01T13:04:00.000-07:00

Angie

2011-03-17T20:43:00.000-07:00

Katie

2011-02-26T20:52:00.000-08:00

April

2011-02-11T15:26:00.000-08:00

Look who is already ready for the next swap!!!

Michele

2011-02-05T20:48:00.000-08:00

Marilee

2011-02-05T20:45:00.000-08:00

Anne

2011-02-05T20:42:00.000-08:00

Nicole

2011-02-05T20:29:00.001-08:00

Colette

2011-02-05T20:28:00.001-08:00

Karen

2011-02-01T17:58:00.000-08:00

Laura

2011-02-01T17:56:00.001-08:00

Melanie

2011-02-01T17:54:00.000-08:00

Angie

2011-02-01T17:53:00.000-08:00

Sharryl

2011-01-28T15:54:00.000-08:00

April

2011-01-24T19:27:00.000-08:00

Camille

2011-01-17T18:14:00.001-08:00

Katie

2011-01-17T18:13:00.000-08:00

Jennifer

2011-01-17T18:12:00.000-08:00

Jenifer actually turned these in before I had finalized the challenge schedule for this year.

Get to Know: Karen

2011-01-07T19:31:00.000-08:00

What is your name? Karen Griffin
Where do you live? I have been living in Gilbert, but am in the middle of moving to Chandler (Jan. 15th)
How many years have you been in the card swap? (2009? 2010? 2011?) sometime in 2009
How long have you been making cards? I started making cards just a few years ago. My sister, Marilee Garbison, got me started. We scrapbook together and she showed me what she was doing with her leftover scraps of paper, stickers, ribbon, etc. and suggested that it would be right up my alley. Well, after a few tries, I was hooked. Now I make cards for fun, for gifts, and I have even made thank you cards for new brides.
Where do you get your ideas? (online, magazines, friends, classes, stores, etc.) I get a lot of my ideas from scrapbooking, but once upon a time, I was actually an Art major in college, and I've also done a lot of arts and crafts over the years, including painting, sewing and cake decorating. This is why my style is so "cutesie."
What do you like/look forward to about the card swap? I like the card swap because it gives me the opportunity to be creative and to share it with others. I also like to see the terrific cards that come back to me--ideas that I might never come up with on my own. The envelope of cards is the one piece of mail I look forward to the most.
Anything else you'd like to share? Because I am a little "older", I tend to be very traditional, but I'm learning a lot about new techniques and materials from you ladies in the card swap. I consider it an honor to be included with you very talented ladies.
Do you have a blog? What’s the address? I do not have a blog, or facebook and I don't even know how to twitter. I barely pay attention to my email (my kids remind me to go online).

Get to Know: Sharryl

2011-01-06T21:08:00.000-08:00

What is your name? Sharryl Hales
Where do you live? Gilbert, AZ
How many years have you been in the card swap? (2009? 2010? 2011?) This'll be my second year. I started in 2010.
How long have you been making cards? Since college. Had a roommate who was a stamper/card maker. She got me hooked. And 20 years later I'm still at it. Even though postage is outrageous, I still love to send cards. There's nothing like getting something wonderful and personal in the mail - so I love the thought of doing that for other people.
Where do you get your ideas? (online, magazines, friends, classes, stores, etc.) I'm a Close To My Heart consultant, so I get a lot of my ideas from their idea books. I used to get Papercrafting and loved their ideas.
What do you like/look forward to about the card swap? I like how it forces me to sit down and create. I also love getting the swap and seeing the fun talents and creative ways of others. It gives me ideas...
Anything else you'd like to share?
I love Mounds candy bars, and chocolate Chex Mix. I love to read and travel. Most of my "extra" time is spent with family, church and my Close To My Heart business. Best part about living in Arizona: the weather. Even when it's 110* outside - I love it! Besides, my birthday is in June - so Summer rocks!
Do you have a blog? What’s the address?
No blog, but my website address is: http://asksharryl.myctmh.com

Get to Know: Anne

2011-01-06T20:57:00.000-08:00

What is your name? Anne Enright
Where do you live? Concord, CA
How many years have you been in the card swap? (2009? 2010? 2011?) since 2009
How long have you been making cards? about 12 years
Where do you get your ideas? (online, magazines, friends, classes, stores, etc.) everywhere . . . i look for color combos when i look at magazine advertisements!!
What do you like/look forward to about the card swap? I love to see the style of other cardmakers.
Anything else you'd like to share? I am a paper addict!!!
Do you have a blog? What’s the address? I have a website that shows the scrapbook cruises that I teach on. www.scrapbookingatsea.net

Get to Know: Laura

2010-12-28T11:15:00.000-08:00

What is your name? Laura Vick
Where do you live? Strawberry Plains, TN
How many years have you been in the card swap? (2009? 2010? 2011?) 2009-2011
How long have you been making cards? since 2008
Where do you get your ideas? (online, magazines, friends, classes, stores, etc.) mainly online and sometimes in magazines
What do you like/look forward to about the card swap? I love seeing what all designs all the participants come up with.
Anything else you'd like to share? I live in beautiful East Tennessee with my hubby, Michael and our 2 dogs, Mason and Charlie. I'm not a Mommy yet, but can't wait for the day that I am. I love participating in the card swap that Katie hosts. Its so much fun! I'm excited about this year's Challenge Card Swap. I can't wait to see everyone's creations!
Do you have a blog? What’s the address? yes, www.busybee-laura.blogspot.com

Get to Know: Colette

2010-12-28T11:07:00.000-08:00

What is your name? Colette Lewis
Where do you live? Discovery Bay, CA about an hour south of Sacramento on the delta
How many years have you been in the card swap? (2009? 2010? 2011?) all three
How long have you been making cards? scrapping since 2002, cards for about 5
Where do you get your ideas? (online, magazines, friends, classes, stores, etc.) everywhere...scrapbook.com and "cards" mag when stuck
What do you like/look forward to about the card swap? seeing what other people are doing and the surprise of opening the package
Do you have a blog? What’s the address? yes but I am not very good at posting...spend more time on FB http://brettandcolettelewis.blogspot.com/

Get to Know: Marilee

2010-12-28T10:36:00.000-08:00

What is your name? Marilee Garbison
Where do you live? Mesa, AZ
How many years have you been in the card swap? (2009? 2010? 2011?) All 3
How long have you been making cards? Since I've known Katie (since about 2006) - she got me started!
Where do you get your ideas? (online, magazines, friends, classes, stores, etc.) The best ideas are stolen from friends
What do you like/look forward to about the card swap? New ideas
Anything else you'd like to share? I keep things simple
Do you have a blog? What’s the address? Personal: http://garbisonfamily.blogspot.com; Photography business: http://memoriesbymarilee.com

Get to Know: Michele

2010-12-26T20:21:00.000-08:00

What is your name? Michele Rhodes
Where do you live? Mesa, AZ
How many years have you been in the card swap? (2009? 2010? 2011?) Brand new
How long have you been making cards? About 6 years on and off
Where do you get your ideas? (online, magazines, friends, classes, stores, etc.) Magazines, Friends, Classes
What do you like/look forward to about the card swap? I love my Cricut and am looking forward to utilizing my new Gypsy.
Do you have a blog? What’s the address? Does Facebook count?

Get to Know: Camille

2010-12-26T20:18:00.000-08:00

What is your name? Camille Smithson
Where do you live? Mesa, AZ
How many years have you been in the card swap? (2009? 2010? 2011?) 2011 (First time for everything)
How long have you been making cards? Since I was 12, stamping with mom
Where do you get your ideas? (online, magazines, friends, classes, stores, etc.) All the above. I love stealing ideas I see used other places and putting them together.
What do you like/look forward to about the card swap? I look forward to getting a unique collection of cards to "wow" my family and friends. And I always like to network and meet new people with similar interests.
Do you have a blog? What’s the address? bncsmithson.blogspot.com

Get to Know: Melanie

2010-12-26T20:13:00.000-08:00

What is your name? Melanie Volz
Where do you live? Mesa, AZ
How many years have you been in the card swap? (2009? 2010? 2011?) This will be my third
How long have you been making cards? Yikes! Um...8 years...9 years..I am guessing
Where do you get your ideas? (online, magazines, friends, classes, stores, etc.) Yes
What do you like/look forward to about the card swap? Getting ideas for future cards I will make.
Anything else you'd like to share? I love photography. I have a photography business as well. www.volzphotography.com
Do you have a blog? What’s the address? see above

Get to Know: Katie

2010-12-26T20:10:00.000-08:00

What is your name? Katie
Where do you live? Mesa, AZ
How many years have you been in the card swap? (2009? 2010? 2011?) 3 years, baby!
How long have you been making cards? Uh...forever?
Where do you get your ideas? (online, magazines, friends, classes, stores, etc.) Everywhere- mostly magazines and idea books though. But online and blogs are great resources, too.
What do you like/look forward to about the card swap? The push to make cards and come up with ideas and getting all of the ideas too!
Do you have a blog? What’s the address? cropadial.blogspot.com (crafts), jasonandkatiedial.blogspot.com (personal)

2011 Details

2010-12-23T20:06:00.000-08:00

2011 Policies

The “postmark date” is the postmark date. Please postmark your cards by then. There is a two week window before I have my send out deadline, so as long as your late cards arrive by the 15^th, that’s fine, but if the 15^th nears and I haven’t gotten them- tough cookies.
**New** Please send envelopes with your cards. This has been a frequent request by a few of our regulars, so I’ve decided to acquiesce. If you do not stockpile envelopes, have no fear, I do! So, for $.10/envelope, I will include the correct envelope size with your cards. I have A2 white and cream, A6 cream, 4 bar cream, 5x7 white, 5x5 white. I do not have 6x6 square, so if you mail those cards, I can’t help you. If you are interested in starting to stockpile envelopes, let me know I have a great online contact in MN.
Please put your address as the return address on your SASE. That way if you didn’t include enough postmark- it’s your issue with the postman.
Feel free to mail your cards early. That makes it so much easier for me! You anti-procrastinators are welcome to mail all of your cards by the first deadline and I’ll store them for you.
Postage is usually about $2, so you are welcome to just raid your stamps and save the trips to the post office.
Please remember that you are swapping with ladies who have put a lot of time and effort into designing their cards and make sure you do the same.
Postmark dates are as follows- 2/1, 4/1, 6/1, 7/1, 9/1, 11/1. I will mail them from my house by the 15^th of those months. (Locals- Since I’m due the end of March, April could be fun, in case anyone wants to help me that month)

Challenges

Each deadline will have a challenge corresponding to it. You can incorporate the challenge any way you would like.
You can do any theme of card you would like- birthday, holiday, wedding, whatever. (hint, we’ve had lots of requests for birthday cards)

2011 Schedule

Scallops- Postmark date 2/1 {Colette/Katie}
Non-standard card shape (circle, square, heart...)- Postmark date 4/1 {Colette}
Paper with words (this idea was suggested to use book pages, I just made it more general)- Postmark date 6/1 {Melanie}
Window (opening on front of card to view inside of card)- Postmark date 7/1 {Marilee}
Use of a movie quote- Postmark date 9/1 {Katie/Colette}
Felt, fabric and/or sewing- Postmark date 11/1 {Katie}

While each postmark date has a specific challenge, feel free to challenge yourself with some of the ideas that weren't selected: glitter, bling, 3dimensional elements/pop-up dots, ribbon, ink/distressed, border punch, monochromatic OR non-traditional color scheme, male themed cards, acrylic/clear elements, punches and/or stamps.

Katie #3

2010-11-27T12:35:00.001-08:00

Laura

2010-11-27T12:32:00.001-08:00

Anne

2010-11-27T12:31:00.000-08:00

So, Anne sent a few of three different cards. So, you won't get one of each of these, but you will get one of them. Enjoy!

Karen

2010-11-27T12:29:00.000-08:00

Melanie

2010-11-27T12:28:00.000-08:00

This photo does not do the card justice. Wait until yours arrives and you can open it up! :-)

April

2010-11-27T12:27:00.000-08:00

Sharryl

2010-10-25T21:43:00.000-07:00

Katie #2 for Val

2010-10-25T21:42:00.000-07:00

Marilee

2010-10-25T20:06:00.000-07:00

Colette

2010-10-25T13:43:00.000-07:00

Katie

2010-10-25T13:42:00.000-07:00

Christmas Cards

2010-10-15T13:42:00.000-07:00

Christmas cards need to be postmarked by November 15th. Happy carding!

Laura

2010-10-06T09:49:00.001-07:00

Anne

2010-10-06T09:48:00.001-07:00

Jenifer

2010-10-06T09:41:00.002-07:00

Nicole

2010-10-06T09:41:00.000-07:00

Karen

2010-10-06T09:39:00.000-07:00

More Thanksgiving Pictures

2010-10-06T09:30:00.000-07:00

Okay, my computer is having MAJOR problems. I've finally got it to cooperate long enough to scan the rest of the cards for the blog and I can't remember for sure who made which cards!?! So, if I miss mark your card, I'm sorry. Please forgive me!

Katie #2

2010-09-06T20:09:00.003-07:00

April

2010-09-06T20:09:00.001-07:00

Melanie

2010-09-06T20:08:00.001-07:00

Marilee

2010-09-06T20:06:00.001-07:00

Katie

2010-08-15T13:41:00.000-07:00

Colette

2010-08-15T13:40:00.000-07:00

Thanksgiving Cards

2010-08-15T13:00:00.000-07:00

Thanksgiving cards need to be postmarked to me by September 15th. I'm excited!

Melanie

2010-07-15T15:50:00.000-07:00