A Swap For All Seasons: December 2014

Friday, December 26, 2014

A Swap For All Seasons is now on Instagram!

If you would like to follow along or to add pictures of your Mini Fabric Samplers, we are at #aswapforallseasons
If you would like to follow me personally, I am at #lindaperrysmith
Yay! You'll know you're in the right place when you see this picture of me.

Did you know that you can follow Instagram on your desktop computer? You can view the photos, but you cannot add any photos from your desktop- that must be done from the app. Just go to www.instagram.com/aswapforallseasons (insert the person's user name after the /)

Tuesday, December 23, 2014

It's getting closer...

Time keeps racing on... Tomorrow is Christmas Eve, and before you know it, the New Year will be here! I hope you get everything done, and can sit back and enjoy this next week! Merry Christmas! I'll see you in 2015!

Friday, December 12, 2014

A 2015 Preview

A wonderful group of crafters will be swapping 4 x 6" Mini Fabric Samplers each month of 2015. Although the swap is not open for all to join, please feel free to follow along as there will be lots of inspiration, creative ideas, and giveaways open to all beginning January 1st!

About the 2015 Swap

The Swap For All Seasons blog is always open and welcomes all visitors! Please feel free to visit often for ideas, tutorials, inspiration, seasonal fun and giveaways. Feel free to leave comments too!

The 2015 Swap is not open to join. A small group of talented crafters will be creating and swapping "Mini Fabric Samplers" each month from which a personal garland/banner may be made by many of the artists at the end of the year.

Many of the samplers (as well as those showcased for inspiration only) will be shown on this blog, on our Flickr group page (see link below), on Instagram at #aswapforallseasons or on the artist's individual blogs (a list of artists and their blog links is coming soon).

Welcome to A Swap for All Seasons!

Hi! My name is Linda and I am a wife, mom of 3, nurse, crafter, knitter and collector of vintage goodies. I love all things old, sweet, and handmade! I especialy enjoy sharing these things with the network of wonderful, kindred art friends that I have made through blogging and swapping. I love to host swaps, and have hosted many through my own blog and on my favorite Yahoo Groups.

A Swap For All Seasons was a little idea of mine that just kept growing... I envisioned celebrating each season with a delightful, high quality swap, that would bring joy to all who participate! The first A Swap For All Seasons swap was in the Fall of 2008!

Each year of swapping is a little different. For instance, 2015 swaps are not open for all to join. But all visitors are welcome and encouraged to visit often throughout 2015 for ongoing seasonal and crafting inspiration! It is a happy place to be!

An Important Message About Sharing Artwork on This Blog

I would just like to take this opportunity to mention that when I post another artist's work, it is ONLY FOR THE PURPOSE OF INSPIRATION. I DO NOT promote copying another's work AT ANY TIME. I do not want there to ever be any question of my intentions. I am simply showcasing techniques and providing examples to inspire our own creativity. And please know that I always seek permission from the artist prior to showcasing her/his work when possible.
The only exception is if it is an image that has been posted on multiple Pinterest boards. I will go ahead and repin it here, with a link to the artist and/or website whenever it is available.