I love handmade items (you’ve probably guessed that already). I love making them, I love receiving them, I love buying them. I get really nervous about gifting them, though. Styles are so personal, not to mention the issue of finding the right fit if it’s something to be worn.
I’ve seen a few “pay it forward” posts on different blogs and have always hesitated for that fear of giving something that no one will like. When my sister led me to a blog she’s been following and I saw this post I decided to get over myself and take the plunge. And I must admit I’m pretty excited.
So here’s the deal:
I will send something handmade (by me) to the first three bloggers (sorry, non-bloggers) who say they would like to participate. It will arrive sometime in the next year (I’m giving myself lots of time for this one). The caveat is that you must also pay it forward on your blog to keep the love going.
Fun, right?! I think it’s all rather thrilling!
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Now it’s back to halloween costumes…I have a cupcake and nearly a superhero ready for trick-or-treating action. Wish me luck!
Rachel, I would like to participate in this “game”! What a great idea!;)
I started doing handmades for the holidays and for my girls’ birhtday, and it was the best decision I’ve ever made. People (all people, not just blood-related kids who can be guilted into liking anything) don’t care what handmade gifts look like.
I won’t participate so that you don’t have two packages to send to Lithuania! But I’d just like to say that you have an awesome idea to test the waters!
Oh, pick me…I want to participate! I am doing a craft it forward this year and am just about ready to mail my items, so I now need something for next year!
xx
Rachel,
What fun! I’ll partipate, and I am so excited.
What fun! Too bad I’m number 5. Who knows maybe I’ll give this a try. What a neat idea Rachel, you are too sweet.
Bummer – I am too late! Great idea!
So fun! I’m doing an Angel Swap next month and I’m terrified! I wish I had an entire year to create something extra special for my swap mates. Can’t wait to see what you make. I’m sure it will be amazing!
Oh dang! I’m to late 🙂 I’ve seen this on a few other blogs and have been wanting to do it and giving yourself an entire year to mail it out definitely takes the pressure off 🙂 I know the lucky ladies who get something from you are going to love it!
Hugs
I’m too late, but what a neat idea. Can’t wait to see how all of this progresses.
I wish I’d seen this yesterday. 🙁 xo
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