Due Date –
July 15
Sign up/withdraw –
None, once signed up you’re in so
PLEASE be sure you want to play
Number of Cards - 4 cards for a full group
Number of participants -8 groups of 5 players
Sorry we are Full but thank you for looking!
May Pick-A-Theme!
To Play you must have:
~ an established positive iTrader rating of +15
~ no negatives within the last 6 months
~ no neutrals for lack of cards/communication within the last 3 months.
~ NO EXCEPTIONS so PLEASE don’t ask
If you think you want to play, but have questions PLEASE read all the instructions to see if they are answered there. I f they are not go ahead and sign up with an undetermined theme to reserve your spot, then PM me and I will do my best to answer them. We can always open the spot back up if you decide not to join.
Please, please, please DO NOT over commit yourself. Anyone who does not follow through will receive a negative iTrader from me and could receive a negative iTrader from each member of your group.
General Information:
~ This swap contains 8 groups of 5 members. Sign- ups will end when all spots are filled.
~ Pick a group, pick a theme
~ You must be willing to work on all the other themes in your group
~ Make a card for each of the members of your group in their chosen theme
~ Receive a card of your chosen theme in return from each member of your group
~ Send cards you are proud of.
~ To cut down on possible mail machine malfunctions, No Bulky embellishments
~ Once you sign up with a theme you can’t withdraw, as some artist start their cards immediately
~ CARDS are to be in my hands on/before July 15th. I know life can get in the way sometimes so if something comes up please contact me as soon as possible so we can work it out.
Card information:
~ All cards should be sent in individual plastic sleeves if you have them. (If you don’t protect them some way and I will provide them. I don’t want that to stop anyone from playing.)
~ Please put your username, the group number and the recipient’s username on each card you make.
~ If you want to post your cards to the thread for all to enjoy please do, but it is not required.
~ A Hostess card is not required but always appreciated!
Mailing Information:
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Please include your username and group number on the outside envelope I see first. (That way if I don’t have time to open and handle them at least I can let you know they have arrived!)
USA folks -----
Please enclose a self-addressed envelope and postage.
As for postage I think since there probably will be 4 cards it is a good idea to put .65 on the envelope.
INTERNATIONAL folks ----
Please enclose an address label, your address clearly printed on a piece of paper or a long self-addressed envelope. I’ll pay the return postage. (A dollar bill or US stamp is appreciated, but if you don’t have either
please don’t let that stop you from joining in on the fun)
Pick-A-Theme Examples
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Regular – Generic themes where is it easy to think up a card; for example fairies, cats, dogs, flowers, etc. or less generic themes which require a little more thought or research but are not difficult to find a reference or collage images. Examples of regular themes include: flying pigs with hats, red poppies, whimsical houses, nature fairies, zetti, etc.
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Challenging –Themes that usually require research and reference. Examples are characters from books or movies or perhaps obscure themes such as “Dogs in Victorian England.” They can also be themes that are difficult to interpret like music or a difficult poem. These can require a lot of thought and effort. If you have internet references please include the best one of them so I can post it for your fellow group members
Here are the groups subject to change, depending on the interest.
If there is enough interest in something different we can discuss a change or if one of the current groups fills up quickly and there is nothing in something else I can change it. PM me or post to the thread for a discussion if you have a different idea and we can discuss it! I am flexible. I want to have a fun filled PAT for all. And I don't like empty groups!
I am 5 points shy. If one of the handdrawn regular groups still has openings when I get to 15 then I will join.
