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LoveCyn

LoveCyn
Date Joined: June 10, 2021
Last Online: March 10, 2023
Birthday: October 22
Country: Canada

About Me

** FYI - Recently changed my last name, and no longer go by Freire**

Hello there!

I first started swapping during my “pandemic pregnancy” and very quickly became addicted. Took a little time to focus on my transition back to work and raising my daughter, but I’m glad to be back!

I like to spend time outdoors with my family, reading mystery novels, and watching movies. In my free time, I LOVE to craft. I've always been a creative type however paper crafting, journalling, and creating paper embellishments are some of my all-time favourites. Mail art has become a new outlet for my creativity - I find so much peace in having a warm cup of tea while making beautiful stuff!

I'm still working through my swap preferences, but I LOVE anything that was handmade with love and care. I appreciate the time and effort that is put into making beautiful art. I'm happy to receive pretty mail and won't rate down if your style doesn't match mine. That said, I do try my best to go beyond the swap expectations and always try to include a little special something for my partners!

I like...

HANDMADE JOURNALS & FLIPBOOKS - My new favourite way to send happy mail to my penpals and friends! I enjoy finding interesting ways to package little treats and goodies!

PAPER - I'm a paper snob. I will find use for and repurpose literally ANY type of paper. Right now, I'm on the hunt for old, vintage sheets to add to my collection.

HANDMADE EMBELLISHMENTS - I love making and collecting little trinkets that I can incorporate into my art. Handmade paperclips, paper clusters and embellished tags are some I have been enjoying lately.

STAMPS - Stamp collecting runs in the family. I especially like to collect used stamps from all over the world and often incorporate them into my pieces.

TEA - There is nothing better than a warm cup of tea and a quiet block of time for crafting. I'm notorious for blindly choosing a tea from the drawer - I love surprises!

THEMES - Butterflies, Bees, Florals, Celestial, Vintage

I dislike...

KIDDIE/PLANNER/KAWAII STICKERS/GOODIES - I’m not especially interested in Japanese-style stationery. As a teacher, I have a tonne of kiddie/planner stickers - please no more.

GLUTEN - I'm celiac, and therefore cannot consume anything with gluten, including wheat, barley, malt. Most teas are gluten-free so not to worry there.

My style...

I am an eclectic - my pieces do not follow any specific style. I love modern prints, botanical and large florals, but also appreciate minimal, and natural simplicity - it all depends on how I'm feeling while crafting. As I try new projects, I pass them along. So, I hope you like surprises!

I'm a reliable penpal and always mark the swap as sent on the day I’ve mailed it in the post. Happy Swapping!

Ratings

captkristi rated for YTPC: One Page Wonder - January on Feb 19, 2023
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Comment: This is SUPER cute! One of the best YTPC swaps I have ever received. Thank you so so much!! I also love all the little extras that you provided. I appreciate you. I hope to see you in more of these swaps :)
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Comment: Hi Cynthia, I like the nice clusters you made; thank you; clever idea...
Karmi53 rated for January 2023 Sheetload on Feb 18, 2023
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Comment: Wow l just love your cards. I love the map idea that you used and the book page all great ideas. I love traveling so it was a great cards to receive. Thank you so much. Take care
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Comment: I see it as your newfound road to freedom and authentic self don't put any harsh labels on you or any life that you're going to create divorced single none of it matters enjoy your new life
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Comment: Thank you so much for this swap. You have really inspired me to craft. These loaded ephemera things which you’ve stitched over are amazing and I will give them a go at some point. The mini notebook is incredible. Thank you so much I really mean that. My New Year’s resolutions this year were to start volunteering and start running and I have achieved both. I hope your 2023 is magical :)
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Comment: Thank you for your card and tea. Sorry for the late rating......
gracebln rated for Tea 3x3 with Friends! #20 on Feb 14, 2023
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Comment: Thanks so so much! The letter you included was super sweet as well:) A+ on your presentation!!!!!
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Comment: Wow! I was a little sad when I had to send the collage swatches I made to my partner because I loved them so much, but boy was I surprised that you made almost the same style of swatches as I sent and I am in love with them! I even used the same diecut butterflies! Great minds think alike! I love the butterflies and the color palettes you did so fun! I am so happy and the extras were so sweet! I loved the butterfly conservatory I went to in key west and I am butterfly crazy too! Thank you so much I can’t wait to put them in my journal. 💜💜💜
RaspberryRobot rated for Blind Envie Winter on Feb 8, 2023
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Comment: Thanks for the super cute bag of goodies!
Leekoba rated for Tea 3x3 with Friends! #20 on Feb 8, 2023
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Comment: Thank you for the teas! Happy Swapping!
bpl76 rated for SSM: Sunshine Happy Mail #35 on Feb 7, 2023
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Comment: Thank you
heidiblooms rated for Tea 3x3 with Friends! #20 on Feb 6, 2023
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Comment: Thank you for the wonderful teas and extra cutouts!!
ultracinematik rated for Blind Envie Winter on Feb 6, 2023
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Comment: Thank you for the fun collection of papery stuffs. There are some wonderful things in there to craft with.
littlehana86 rated for Postcards for Mental Health on Jan 27, 2023
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Comment: Thanks for the card. I hope you find time to relax and recharge. Feel free to PM me if you feel like talking about anything :) May this year be good and wonderful.
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Comment: Cynthia, thank you so much for the lovely junk journal you created for me. I couldn't believe this was your first! You made some wonderful elements and your choice of papers is also very nice. It's very nice and nicer than some I've received from swappers who have made multiple journals. You're off to a great junk journaling start!
theoriginalbrooke rated for Hopes for 2023 on Jan 21, 2023
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Response: Thank you for the rating! I sent you a PM! 🥰
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Comment: Hi Cynthia! Thank you so much for this awesome happy mail! Everything is beautiful. I especially love the little notebook you made and the vintage inspired wrapping paper & teddy bear/santa cutouts :-) Take care
Response: You are most welcome! I loved putting this one together for you! We should totally be Snail Mail friends! ❤️
KerryCastellon76 rated for Tea 3x3 with Friends! #18 on Jan 17, 2023
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Comment: Thank you for the lovely teas and note,❤️
Response: You’re welcome! Enjoy! 💕
ktk8 rated for AMA: Collaboration PC #116 on Jan 14, 2023
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Comment: Oh what a GREAT SWAP.... thank you so much..... I love the card and can't wait to add to it....and the tiny BOOK....wow special and all the other extras.....thanks thanks thanks and many hearts to YOU......
Response: I’m so happy to hear your enjoyed all the goodies! Can’t wait to see the next postcard coming around. These swaps are always so much fun! ❤️
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Comment: Thanks for the beautiful bows and goodies!
Response: You’re welcome! What a fun swap!

Rating Overview

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Comments

lunatenchi on Feb 9, 2023:

Thank you so so much for the CPG December Wishlist little purple journal! I absolutely love it! Its so weird im just now getting it today but thank you nonetheless <3

Sweetlydeceptive on Feb 9, 2023:

Wow! Talk about some happy mail I just received! Thanks you so much for the amazing wish of all those lovely papers. They are amazing and I can’t wait to junk journal with them! And I got such a fantastic swap also from you with those amazing butterfly watercolor collage strips! It made my whole week thanks for such a great mail surprise! 🦋💜

SuperNay on Feb 3, 2023:

Thank you tons for the kind card and Super Mom sticker you sent me a few months back. It landed exactly when I needed it as the past few months have been tough. I was unable to find you on swapbot to thank you, until I stumbled upon your name on AATW and realized you sent it for AATW! It wasn't documented on the card so I had no clue, I just thought it was sent from an angel or something as it just was perfectly timed. So, thank you so much for using the mail to spread happiness. :)

Mistyinltown on Jan 7, 2023:

I apologize for this late thank you for the Dec, CPG wishlist. Thank you so much. I hope you had a great Christmas and are having a Happy New Year!

SuperNay on Dec 15, 2022:

Thank you so much for the encouraging card via AATW. I love the Super Mom sticker and the die cut card is beautiful! I appreciate the encouragement from a fellow single mama. I have been pretty bad about neglecting my self care since I had my kiddo as parenting is incredibly time consuming! My new years resolution should likely be something about improving my self care routine. Thank you for your encouragement, it was needed and much appreciated. :)

CrystalZ on Dec 10, 2022:

Thank you for the pretty master board & the yummy teas that you sent for CPG Pick 2 Tag game. I am looking forward to using the master board for all my little crafts like ATV's and tags! I really ought to make up some master boards myself as I find collaging quite enjoyable :)

Poohtat on Dec 9, 2022:

Thank you for the CPG Happy Mail Tag. I love it all!

Tricia22 on Dec 8, 2022:

ABTW Nov wishes- Thank you the cute mailbox Christmas card and extra’s. Wishing you A Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

heidiblooms on Nov 26, 2021:

ThrivingWell on Aug 10, 2021:

… for my LSRU July wishes! 😊

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