Themed Paint Can Swap

http://www.scrapjazz.com/topics/Techniques/Altered_Art/512.php

for some reason the one above isn't working so here ya go.

What size paint can?

leaning more toward gallon

any thoughts?

This sounds like alot of fun.The link you gave us had some great themes to do.Will you be doing some themed ones like on the site.I will definitely be back to sign up for this.

http://www.rubberstampsclub.com/tips/monthly-projects/december04/december04.html

http://scrapbooking.families.com/blog/altered-christmas-paint-cans

http://mb.lifetimemoments.com/viewtopic.php?t=72300

http://mysite.verizon.net/vze2vd8k/printdesignservices222/id24.html

Is this international? It sounds like fun, but I'm wondering how much it would cost to ship it to another country.

This one I am keeping United States only. If it's a hit I may start an international one later.

funkychicken: I planned on doing something along the lines of that on the other websites, but I am going to see what my partners likes are before I dig in:)

Fairykiss, Thanks for giving us enough time to plan. This should be fun.

Jewel, I'm pretty sure it's a US only swap.

I added a little bit more to the swap description. I didn't change anything but gave a better view on the whole thing.

I hope everyone has a good time with this one. I have never seen these before Jessie sent them to my kids and didn't see any on swap-bot ever so I hope many join and enjoy. I know they have been around for awhile because if you do a search millions of things come up. I can't wait to get started!!

you can buy pain white paint cans from http://www.orientaltrading.com

for 4.95.

Ace Hardware (silver) 2.49 each

This so far is the best deal I have found.

ohhh better!!!!

i love this i hope you do an international one soon!!!

fionaxx

fairykiss: What i meant is that if you host another next month perhaps then you could do one with a theme.I just love themes is all.I do plan to come back soon and sign up...I have already went to my local Ace and purchased one.Thanks for hosting this and having such a great imagination..

i went to ace hardware and ours did not have it...:( i LOVE the idea of a themed one..like for easter we could have a stuffed easter animal and easter candy in it!

If this one goes well I may start up more with themes to it. That's a great idea!

Check out the weblog... this swap is this weeks feature!!

Lowe's has them for $4.48. I am going to check out more hardware stores. They also have pint cans but they do not have lids and of course smaller so you can't fill with as much goodies.

I love this whole idea! I am really looking forward to getting my partner!

i ordered 2 from oriental trading...that way i have another one for the next themed one!

signed up today!

Thanks for letting us know Oriental Trading Company had them. I just bought one. Good work!

My funds are limited in March, but I hope you do this again! I'd love to join then :D

recieved my cans today from oriental trading!!!! yippee!!!

Yay! 3 days until we recieve our partners! I don't know if I can wait!

I know what you mean i have my cans my new scrap paper selections.All colors for all tastes and am ready to decorate and start filling.

Ok, i know that partners are going out today and I know all about the new feature button thing... however it\'s not showing up on this swap and I\'m about to breakdown my computer to install a new OS. I will check later, but it looks like it will have to auto assign. I am also going to contact the admins about this.

I wish that we got our partners today! I postponed my trip out of town so that I could get my patners info. hehe. I am actually just getting ready to leave and go buy my paint can! Thought I would drop by and see if there were any new sign-ups. Can't wait. Less than 24 hours!!! =D

Me to i was so excited to get home from shopping and see who my partner is.Maybe tomorrow i hope.

Yeah. I believe that tomorrow we SHOULD get our partners. I would be disappointed having to wait ANOTHER day. hehe. Things happen though. I have planned to go shopping tomorrow anyways. hehe.

To Whoever Recieves Me: My Profile is COMPLETELY filled out. Has a TON of my likes. Not many dislikes. Hopefully it helps you!

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HA HA! Got it to work!!

I hope everyone has fun.

Indeed you did! I am overly excited to do this one! I am going shopping today! =]

Complete. My paint can is already filled. I suppose you could say that I was a bit over excited for this one. hehe. This should be in the mail on Tuesday to my partner! =) Good luck to everyone else!

Well....I didn\'t get it in the mail. I have not had time, but this should definitely be in the mail by this coming week! =)

I am about to post the picture of my can filled with goooodies!!!! mmm ohh!

here is my flickr thing..i hope this works..im new to flickr...let me know if you find the paintcan

http://www.flickr.com/photos/elizabeth4510/

yipppeee im the first to send my can out :D

Wow, good to see a couple of you work quick!

Still working on mine! LOL

MommyShawna~~~your package went out on Saturday! Hope you like it!

Urban Diva,

You were so excited to do the swap that I was anxious to get yours to you. It will be on its way tomorrow March 12. Hope you enjoy it!

Tartlover07,

Sorry. I accidently posted it without finishing.

Anyways....your can will be in the mail by Friday at the very latest. I am just putting the finishing touches on tonight.

To Imyorehucklebrry~~~I got my can today! Thank you SOOOO much! I loved it; the can is beautiful and I love the "tea" theme.

Thanks so much!

Melissa

WOW my partner sent me a great can its so pretty!!!! the cherries are awesome! you guys are sending yours already! and I am still putting on the finishing touches sigh I hope she likes it.

If at all possible please try to take pictures of what you sent or the one that you get and post it in the gallery or on your website/blog. The one I sent out is on my blog.

Also, I just started the next round. Feel free to join and spread the word! http://www.swap-bot.com/swap/show/2588

So, how is everybody doing? I'm just checking in on things and seeing if we might need "angels" for this one.

I still haven't gotten mine yet :( but I wont worry for awhile because the deadline isn't here yet. HOWEVER... please let me know if you have any concerns!!

Also, check this forum out. It's a place to check up on swappers and talk about this site. I hope to see everyone there! http://swapbot.proboards53.com/

in luv with stars ~ I mailed yours out today!

I haven't gotten mine yet either but like fairykiss said I wont worry for awhile because the send by date is today and it sometimes takes a bit to get things through the mail.

SerenitySpeaks, don't worry... I was your partner! I just sent it out today (tried for a week, but never made it before they closed because small office has strange hours). If you can't wait there is a picture on my blog and I also got a delivery conformation number with it. Should be there soon!!

I have not received mine either, but today is the deadline for shipping, so no big deal yet!?!?!

Angela, yours left today! Hope you like it. Jeaneen

fairykiss~ I'll try to be good and not peek lol

Jessie, yours is in the mail. It went out Saturday. The hardest part for me was putting the lid on, is that crazy or what??? Sorry if it got a little dinged up, kidding... it's not too bad.

i received mine!!!!!!!!! it was great. you did a wonderful job. if i could rate you 3 hearts i would. thank you. it made my day.

jessie

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you DeAnne for the amazing paint can. It was decorated in a Japanese theme with wonderful fabrics inside with patterns for fabric orgami quilt sqares, purses, etc. My son is in Japan for a year and I have been wanting to learn a craft to incorporate their culture. This will sure be a step in the right direction! What a thoughtful person you are! Hugs, Jeaneen

Hey lady!! send me pictures :) I may just want to take it off of your hands next time I see ya!

(I can get away with saying that because it's my mommy!)

I have posted a pic of the can i sent in the gallery pictures.I sure hope she likes it and the colors.

No way daughter of mine. I'm going to be incredibly selfish and keep this all to myself. However, you can admire it all you want. I am going to display it in my bedroom when we get it done along with the tea set, fans, etc... that have come my way through my son in Japan and the wonderful exchange student we had (Kazunari). EAT YOUR HEART OUT!!!! MOMMY (mustang girl) PS. I am going to get a thingy on the flickr or whatever and post pics if I can figure it out!

Great job on it funkychicken. What is that in the left upper corner of the second picture, it looks like a little bag of some sort? Everything is very colorful and creative!!

Fairykiss~ I got your package and I love everything! Thank you so much! I posted a picture in the gallery and on my flickr page.

Thanks "fairykiss" do you mean the clear bag or the striped bag? The clear bag has vintage buttons and some hand made beads and stitch markers.The striped bag i made myself it has gel pens in it.I also added some scrapbook paper,tags,ribbon,chicken pin cushion cant remember the rest.

I wasn't sure what her favorite colors were.She did post some interest in ATC's altered art and scrapbooking.So i do hope she will like it.

The striped bag... it's so cute, and big enough to hold gel pens! ATC artist dream can!!

Hi Jeaneen! You are very welcome. I am sooooo glad that you like your Japanese goodies! For some reason, this was such a nerve wracking project for me. I think it was just a struggle to get started. But then I was able to find the Japanese themed fabrics at our local fabric store, which really surprised me. They looked like they'd be a lot of fun to work with. Also, I did get that one other item in the mail to you today! Hope you have a LOT of FUN with it all!! :D

I was in such a rush to get it mailed that I forgot to take a pic to post before I sent it. It's been really cool to see what everyone else has done with their cans!! :D

SerenitySpeaks, thank you, I love it!!!! The fabric and the beautiful threads are wonderful and you did a great job decorating the can, I have a place in my sewing room that's perfect for it!

in luv with stars ~ You're welcome!! I was hoping the fabric and thread would be something you could use. Oh I'm so glad you like it!!

DeAnne, I took a picture of it and sent it to my daughter. Maybe she ca post it for me if I can't figure it out!

OOhh... I have a better idea, I'll email you later to tell you how to do it :)

DeAnne, I got the rest of the swap! How very thoughtful and generous you are! Wish I could give you a thousand hearts. Jeaneen

I accidentally posted a huge picture of the can I sent. I hope someone can delete it. Sorry!

NOTICE:

It is now time to rate your partner. Please do so if you haven't and remember to be fair in your rating.

By the looks of it I don't think there is anything to worry about with this group, but if there is a problem please email me!!

IF YOU ARE LATE... contact ME AND YOUR PARTNER, ASAP!! Usually people don't have a problem with holding out on ratings if their partner communicates!

THANKS :)

Really LOVE the pics of the cans that have been posted! You all are SOOOO CREATIVE---cute,cute,cute!! :D

My partner STILL has not rated me! =(

Urban Diva, Send her a nice and simple reminder. Explain that you are new and the rating is important for you to join other swaps. Chances are she just forgot. Hope it works out for ya!

Thanks Fairykiss! I am actually in your other paintcan swap. hehe. I did send her a reminder about 2 or 3 days ago. I have yet to get a response. Sincerely, ~Marissa

The postman finally delivered my package from funkychickenoriginals today! For some reason, they thought they'd return it to sender...so after some delay, thanks to USPS, I got my WONDERFUL can!!! It is so perfect!! :D