Vicki Z
Addicted to ATCs
Swap Due Date: November 13, 2024
Signup/Withdraw Date: November 13, 2024
Number of ATCs: 3 for 3 or 6 for 6
Number of Participants: Unlimited
Medium: Any and all media and techniques are welcome
WEIRD Vampire Holidays -- Choose Any Year, Any Month, Any Holiday
Due Date, November 13, 2024
For this swap I ask you to think outside the box, and because of this, your ATCs do not have to include an image of a Vampire (or the Count himself), but each and every card should absolutely make one immediately THINK OF VAMPIRES.
Start with the
"EASY" Vampire Holidays
National Garlic Day -- April 19
National Bat Day -- August 27
International Bat Appreciation Day -- April 17
World Dracula Day -- May 26
"Clothing Related" Vampire Holidays
National Bow Tie Day -- August 28
National Hat Day -- Jan 15, March 27, Aug 21, Oct 10
Hawaiian Shirt Day (August 19), Wear Something Gaudy Day, Wear Red Day (First Friday in February), Blue Shirt Day (First Monday of October), Cape Day,
Wear Brown Shoes Day (December 4)
"Food Related" Vampire Holidays
National Donut Day -- June 04
National Bagel Day -- January 15
National Pizza Day -- February 09
National Cheese Pizza Day -- September 05
National Cereal Day -- March 7 (Count Chocula Cereal)
Then, as you get on your "Weird Vampire Holiday" roll, move on to a "different point of view" for Weird Vampire Holidays,
such as
Dress Up Your Pet Day -- January 14
Stay Out of the Sun Day -- July 03
Bring Your (Vampire) Teddy Bear To Work Day -- Second Wednesday in October
Or your Vampiore ATCs can acknowledge the long term benefits of being turned into Vampires
Always Young
Never Age
Never Acne
Always Beautiful
Immortality
LOVE is Forever
Having Fun Yet?
Think about the vampire legends. Then support what Vampires supposedly can do, or are believed to NOT be able to do.
Try linking "historical" Vampire lore with "general" Weird Holidays.
World Oceans Day -- June 8 (Vampires supposedly cannot cross water, but Nosferatu successfully did)
International Surfing Day -- June 21 (Vampires apparently can cross water on certain tides, perhaps while surfing)
Red Rose Day -- June 12 (Red Roses were planted on the graves of the dead to repel/attract Vampires)
Now, be creative and turn any "Weird Holiday" into a "Weird Vampire Holiday"
such as:
Happy Hour Day (Nosferatu, Other Vampires, and the Count, all gathering for Blood Mary Happy Hour) -- November 12
Stupid Toys Day (Have you seen the Vampire Doll and Sucks and Burps?) -- December 16
National Board Game Day (Did you know there are numerous "Vampire Board Games") -- April 01
Try humorous Vampire Holidays,
Adoption Day -- Adopt a Vampire, "Stuffed Animals Day"
Or delve into the Sexy/Erotic side of Vampires.
National Hickey Day -- February 19
Underwear Day -- August 06
Go Topless Day -- August 22
* This is a 3 for 3 or a 6 for 6 card trade. Make 3 or 6 ATCs cards and receive the same number back.
* ALL mediums and techniques are welcome. Please make sure you add some depth to your cards, whatever style you choose. Your mediums can include, but are not limited to: paper, tissue paper, crayon, acrylic, watercolor, gel pens, colored pencil, rubber stamping, ink, newspaper clippings, magazine clippings, etc. Please do not take an image, cut it out, glue it to a card, and call it done. Color the background. Add some texture. Add more than one image. Make the ATC YOUR CREATION! Please send in your best work. Something you would not be disappointed in receiving if it was sent to you.
* Please sign up by posting to this thread.
* ONLY ATCs allowed. No APCs accepted.
* All cards need to be sent each in their own plastic sleeve.
* All cards need to be standard ATC size: 2.5” x 3.5”
* All cards need to be sturdy enough to earn the name “card” (no floppy or flimsy paper). If it is created on a single sheet of paper, please back your ATC with something stiffer, or more firm, such as a cereal box.
* Just as important, check for cards that are too thick. Each card must still be capable of fitting into the standard ATC sleeve. If your ATC will not fit into an ATC sleeve, it is too bulky.
* Please put the Swap name and your Username on the back of all cards. And please write clearly on everything!
.....We can't give you itrades and/or You Rock! points if we don't know who you are.
* Please confirm there is enough postage on both the envelope you send to me, and the envelope I need to send back to you.
* If you are unsure about mailing ATCs, or just may want to pick up some good tips for shipping, here is a great link. http://atcsforall.com/forum/showthread.php?t=909
* If you are inside the U.S., please include a Self Addressed Stamped Business Size Envelope (Approximately 4 by 9 1/2 inches), with one "Forever" stamp or current First Class Postage if trading 3 cards; or one "Forever" and one additional ounce postage stamp if trading 6 cards, OR if your cards are extra heavy or extra bulky (or 2 forever stamps if that is easier).
* International participants, if you have U.S. funds, or U.S. postage, it is greatly appreciated. However, since many of you do not have access to U.S. stamps/money, I will cover your postage. Please include a self addressed envelope 4 by 9 1/2 inches (10 x 28 cm), or if you do not have the correct size envelope, please include a large mailing label with your address and I will provide the envelope.
* I apologize for being so demanding about the envelope size, but the postal rates in the US charge extra for thickness. When cards are stacked, or overlapped, in (a smaller) envelope, it almost always costs more to mail. If you send me a small envy, the cards get stacked. When I use the 4 inch by 9 1/2 inch business size envelopes, I can spread the cards over the area, making a THIN package, and only pay for basic (minimum) postage.
* Share pics if you can. Everyone enjoys seeing what others are creating.
If you do share, be sure to delete your pics before the swap is archived so that they won't count toward your gallery.
* Cards are due IN MY HANDS by November 13, 2024. Please allow sufficient lead time for cards to get to me, particularly if you are an International participant. Please try to mail your cards early!! Delivery times can take much longer than we are used to.
* Returns will be mailed promptly. Please leave Feedback for your host ONLY (me) when you receive your returns, and please take the time to leave Reputation points for your fellow players from whom you receive cards.
* A hostie card in this theme is appreciated but not at all expected!
* Thank you for considering this swap! If you have my address from previous swaps, it hasn't changed. If you are new, or have not been in one of my swaps for a while, please contact me (send a direct message to me) for my address when you sign up or when you are ready to mail.
* Above all, Have fun!
Signup/Withdraw Date: November 13, 2024
Number of ATCs: 3 for 3 or 6 for 6
Number of Participants: Unlimited
Medium: Any and all media and techniques are welcome
WEIRD Vampire Holidays -- Choose Any Year, Any Month, Any Holiday
Due Date, November 13, 2024
For this swap I ask you to think outside the box, and because of this, your ATCs do not have to include an image of a Vampire (or the Count himself), but each and every card should absolutely make one immediately THINK OF VAMPIRES.
Start with the
"EASY" Vampire Holidays
National Garlic Day -- April 19
National Bat Day -- August 27
International Bat Appreciation Day -- April 17
World Dracula Day -- May 26
"Clothing Related" Vampire Holidays
National Bow Tie Day -- August 28
National Hat Day -- Jan 15, March 27, Aug 21, Oct 10
Hawaiian Shirt Day (August 19), Wear Something Gaudy Day, Wear Red Day (First Friday in February), Blue Shirt Day (First Monday of October), Cape Day,
Wear Brown Shoes Day (December 4)
"Food Related" Vampire Holidays
National Donut Day -- June 04
National Bagel Day -- January 15
National Pizza Day -- February 09
National Cheese Pizza Day -- September 05
National Cereal Day -- March 7 (Count Chocula Cereal)
Then, as you get on your "Weird Vampire Holiday" roll, move on to a "different point of view" for Weird Vampire Holidays,
such as
Dress Up Your Pet Day -- January 14
Stay Out of the Sun Day -- July 03
Bring Your (Vampire) Teddy Bear To Work Day -- Second Wednesday in October
Or your Vampiore ATCs can acknowledge the long term benefits of being turned into Vampires
Always Young
Never Age
Never Acne
Always Beautiful
Immortality
LOVE is Forever
Having Fun Yet?
Think about the vampire legends. Then support what Vampires supposedly can do, or are believed to NOT be able to do.
Try linking "historical" Vampire lore with "general" Weird Holidays.
World Oceans Day -- June 8 (Vampires supposedly cannot cross water, but Nosferatu successfully did)
International Surfing Day -- June 21 (Vampires apparently can cross water on certain tides, perhaps while surfing)
Red Rose Day -- June 12 (Red Roses were planted on the graves of the dead to repel/attract Vampires)
Now, be creative and turn any "Weird Holiday" into a "Weird Vampire Holiday"
such as:
Happy Hour Day (Nosferatu, Other Vampires, and the Count, all gathering for Blood Mary Happy Hour) -- November 12
Stupid Toys Day (Have you seen the Vampire Doll and Sucks and Burps?) -- December 16
National Board Game Day (Did you know there are numerous "Vampire Board Games") -- April 01
Try humorous Vampire Holidays,
Adoption Day -- Adopt a Vampire, "Stuffed Animals Day"
Or delve into the Sexy/Erotic side of Vampires.
National Hickey Day -- February 19
Underwear Day -- August 06
Go Topless Day -- August 22
* This is a 3 for 3 or a 6 for 6 card trade. Make 3 or 6 ATCs cards and receive the same number back.
* ALL mediums and techniques are welcome. Please make sure you add some depth to your cards, whatever style you choose. Your mediums can include, but are not limited to: paper, tissue paper, crayon, acrylic, watercolor, gel pens, colored pencil, rubber stamping, ink, newspaper clippings, magazine clippings, etc. Please do not take an image, cut it out, glue it to a card, and call it done. Color the background. Add some texture. Add more than one image. Make the ATC YOUR CREATION! Please send in your best work. Something you would not be disappointed in receiving if it was sent to you.
* Please sign up by posting to this thread.
* ONLY ATCs allowed. No APCs accepted.
* All cards need to be sent each in their own plastic sleeve.
* All cards need to be standard ATC size: 2.5” x 3.5”
* All cards need to be sturdy enough to earn the name “card” (no floppy or flimsy paper). If it is created on a single sheet of paper, please back your ATC with something stiffer, or more firm, such as a cereal box.
* Just as important, check for cards that are too thick. Each card must still be capable of fitting into the standard ATC sleeve. If your ATC will not fit into an ATC sleeve, it is too bulky.
* Please put the Swap name and your Username on the back of all cards. And please write clearly on everything!
.....We can't give you itrades and/or You Rock! points if we don't know who you are.
* Please confirm there is enough postage on both the envelope you send to me, and the envelope I need to send back to you.
* If you are unsure about mailing ATCs, or just may want to pick up some good tips for shipping, here is a great link. http://atcsforall.com/forum/showthread.php?t=909
* If you are inside the U.S., please include a Self Addressed Stamped Business Size Envelope (Approximately 4 by 9 1/2 inches), with one "Forever" stamp or current First Class Postage if trading 3 cards; or one "Forever" and one additional ounce postage stamp if trading 6 cards, OR if your cards are extra heavy or extra bulky (or 2 forever stamps if that is easier).
* International participants, if you have U.S. funds, or U.S. postage, it is greatly appreciated. However, since many of you do not have access to U.S. stamps/money, I will cover your postage. Please include a self addressed envelope 4 by 9 1/2 inches (10 x 28 cm), or if you do not have the correct size envelope, please include a large mailing label with your address and I will provide the envelope.
* I apologize for being so demanding about the envelope size, but the postal rates in the US charge extra for thickness. When cards are stacked, or overlapped, in (a smaller) envelope, it almost always costs more to mail. If you send me a small envy, the cards get stacked. When I use the 4 inch by 9 1/2 inch business size envelopes, I can spread the cards over the area, making a THIN package, and only pay for basic (minimum) postage.
* Share pics if you can. Everyone enjoys seeing what others are creating.
If you do share, be sure to delete your pics before the swap is archived so that they won't count toward your gallery.
* Cards are due IN MY HANDS by November 13, 2024. Please allow sufficient lead time for cards to get to me, particularly if you are an International participant. Please try to mail your cards early!! Delivery times can take much longer than we are used to.
* Returns will be mailed promptly. Please leave Feedback for your host ONLY (me) when you receive your returns, and please take the time to leave Reputation points for your fellow players from whom you receive cards.
* A hostie card in this theme is appreciated but not at all expected!
* Thank you for considering this swap! If you have my address from previous swaps, it hasn't changed. If you are new, or have not been in one of my swaps for a while, please contact me (send a direct message to me) for my address when you sign up or when you are ready to mail.
* Above all, Have fun!
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