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PeliKat

PeliKat
Date Joined: October 3, 2017
Last Online: December 6, 2023
Birthday: July 12
Country: United States

About Me

Update 10/23/2022 I'm back!!! I took a lot of time off to deal with a lot of things, including more health issues, but I've been missing this group and I'm eager to take part in some swaps! My mail has been so boring and sometimes downright depressing, and I really need to get some HAPPY MAIL coming to brighten up my days. I'm looking forward to creating some great projects and sending out good wishes to my partners.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ MAIN PROFILE INFO updated 10/25/2022

Greetings! I'm Kathy Bates, and no, I am not the famous actress, (although I can relate to her in many ways). I read that I should introduce myself to my swap partners, so here it is: I live in Southern Indiana, near the Ohio River, with Lisa,my life partner; we have two dogs: Lucy the Pug and Baby the Aussi-Shepherd mix, both rescues.

I retired in 2019, but I keep busy with several hobbies:
1) Family History (especially the Heritage scrapbook I'm putting together) so genealogy is a big love of mine; 2) growing Bonsai trees (tree postcards and stickers are always welcomed); 3) browsing through antique store/thrift stores/consignment stores (where I find a LOT of items to use in my craft projects!), 4) surfing Pinterest (where I have pinned so many things that I'd love to try), and, of course, 5) Crafting (especially paper crafts!). There's nothing more fun than meeting the challenge of turning some found item into something fantastic! I like creating all sorts of paper crafts: ATCs, postcards, minizines, journals, folios, and of course, I have a list of 'projects in progress' as well as a list of 'ideas/techniques to try'.

My main project this year (2023) is the same as last year: to finish decluttering and streamlining my home to make it more 'handicap-friendly', and getting my crafting corner set up. I have a beautiful big window overlooking my back yard, and I'm looking forward to sitting at a work table there, watching the birds at the feeders outside while I craft. The trick is to get it all organized so that I can find what I need when I need it, without having the place look like a craft store was blown in by a tornado. We all know that "creativity is not a pretty sight" until the project is finished and the mess cleaned up, right?

I like all kinds of paper crafts, love getting happy mail, (A lot of my postcards have been coming through with scrapes on the front, which really messes up the picture; because of that, I'd really prefer to receive them in an envelope or clear sleeve, if possible); I enjoy putting together 'packets' of goodies for other people to enjoy, and learning new things. I'm always on the lookout for new ideas to use in crafting and have a big collection of materials that I like to share with other crafters.

Happy swapping to you! May your mailbox be full of happy mail and your postage stamp supply renew itself continuously!!

Thanks so much for swapping with me, Kathy Bates, (not the actress).

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Updated 10/25/2022

Favorite things: bees, dragonflies; crafty bits and pieces like ribbon, buttons, charms, and unique papers/gift wrap/book pages, fancy printed napkins; anything beach related, whether on the shore or in the water; dogs especially pugs; birds and feathers; bonsai trees; genealogy; cats; guinea pigs; capybaras; chocolate, coffee, cocoa! I also like bath and shower gels and lotions, pretty kitchen towels/hand towels/washcloths. Whimsical items will always please me, so if it makes me laugh, it becomes a favorite!!!

Favorite movies/TV shows: anything with Robin Williams or Nathan Hale, Z Nation, police shows, hospital shows, fire department shows, end-of-the-world/saved-by-the-hero type movies, time travel shows, movies based on true stories. Also Fringe, Deadwood, Jurassic Park series, Medium, Ghosts, anything with Queen Latifah.

Favorite Music: just about anything from Mozart to Pink, reggae, 60s/70s/80s Pop, Heavy Metal, but not Thrash Metal; Country except for the really twangy kind, jazz, Gloria Estefan, Eurythmics, James Taylor, Pentatonix, Ed Sheeran, Adam Lambert... And lately, Leonard Cohen, Stjepan Hauser, and Michael Buble.
Just no Gospel or Justin Bieber.

Wish List: Time, Money, and Good Health... But don't we all want those things??!!! Since there is never enough of those three items to go around, in lieu of that, I would love to receive anything whimsical or humorous - I love to look at the funny side of Life! Or you can check out my 'favorites' lists. Basically anything I get in the mail that isn't a bill or an advertisement is 'fun mail'!!! I'm not into Disney or religious things, so please save those for someone who will appreciate them more.

Favorite time of the year: Autumn, when the leaves are beautiful and they crackle under my feet when I walk, and the air smells so crisp! Next favorite would be Spring, when everything starts waking up again. Summer is usually too hot for me, but Winter is okay, as long as there is coffee and cocoa available, and a big pot of soup!

Hobbies: (1) I've been working on my family history, so genealogy is a big interest. I have one family line tracked back to the 1600's. My mother was a German war bride, who came to the US one year before I was born and gained her US citizenship after learning the language and studying about her new country. So working on her ancestors is a bit of a challenge, but little by little, I'll break down those walls! (2) I also grow bonsai trees, and used to sell them at art fairs and craft shows. I didn't get rich off of it, but did make enough money to finance my bonsai hobby and make trips to bonsai nurseries to choose more trees to play with and train. I still have a few that I will sell, but my collection is now at about the quantity that I can care for easily. (3) I've discovered the joy of birds and have several food and water stations for them out in my yard. Our regular visitors all have different personalities, and it's especially exciting when we get a new visitor! That sends me scrambling to the bird books to learn more about that species. (4) Flower gardening, especially my work in progress: a Whimsey Garden! It will be full of art creations that make me laugh and that share some quotes that I love. Health issues this past summer kept me from making the progress on it that I was hoping for, but next Spring, I'll be going at it full-speed with the creations I make through the winter.

~~~~~~~~ SWAP INFO: If you don't get a swap from me that you are expecting, please let me know before you rate, so that I can check on it and make things right. I think a lot of the time it's the creating and sending out things that is the most fun for me, and I definitely don't want to be a flaker! I also try to err on the side of sending more than required; it's part of my 'declutter' campaign! If you should receive a swap from me with postage due, please let me know so that I can take care of the extra cost. Also, as I mentioned, I prefer to receive postcards in an envelope or clear sleeve, since so many of them arrive with big scrapes down the middle; it's such a shame to think of the time and energy someone has put into it only to have it reach me with damage due to postal machines. Also, I love handmade postcards, so if a swap says only store bought postcards, and you want to send me a nice handmade one, I will rate it as if it is store-bought and will appreciate the effort you put into it!

Ratings

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Comment: Thank you for your letter and pelican card 🕊
LauraM540 rated for 🎄Christmas Tags - US on Dec 1, 2023
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Comment: Loved your tags!! Great job!! Thanks for the fun Christmas extras too!I will be in touch to do a private swap! Happy Holidays!
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Comment: Great napkin selection, thank you! Can’t wait to use them.
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Comment: Love your package. I haven't looked at everything but what I have seen is so much fun....can't wait to create.
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Comment: Japanese maples are so beautiful, all year long, but especially in autumn ! I really like how you did your waving postcard ! Funny how a simple thing like this can be so different depending on the person doing it ! Also, thank you for the little cow drawing ! Have a beautiful day !
hellojett rated for Scavenger Junk Journal Round #10 on Nov 29, 2023
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Comment: Thank you for resending your page! I love the bright poppies and the owl is super cute. Nice page and with the material and ribbon the "intention" of hand sewing is there :) Hope you join in again!
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Comment: Looks great and so Autumn!!! Love the fabric you used.. looks so pretty! Great job! xx Have a great rest of your November! xx Gabi
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Comment: The blue print so reminds me of my dad who was a master in blue print. I still have his blue print kit. Your iris photo is beautiful, thank you for sharing with me. Happy Holidays to you and your family :) PS Your envelope was beautiful.
MuggleMom rated for PC: Purple Xmas Tree ATC on Nov 27, 2023
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Comment: Baaahhaaa, your note had me cracking up. I agree with your admiration of Eleanor Roosevelt too! Imagine if both RBG & Eleanor "ruled" at the same time, mind blown! Thank you so much for purple Xmas tree ATC! I can see you put a lot of time into making it - gorgeous. And the tuck ins - I love the architecture drawing, brilliant idea for ephemera! xxMuggleMom
chimerix rated for AA.HM.PC: Book Pages PC - November on Nov 22, 2023
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Comment: Thank you so much for the great PC. I love my coffee!! LOL.I'm not a good pen-pal, as such, but I love to trade crafts. Aloha!
Response: Thank you for the comment and the heart. I would love to trade crafts with you!
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Comment: I received the booklet today. And Thanks for all of the extras. I love them and can use them. I have already put a page in the book but I knew this was going to happen. Thanks and have a great day!
user4112 rated for Pre 1970 Ephemera Swap on Nov 16, 2023
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Comment: Thank you for the vintage package. It's fun to go back in time and compare the styles and prices to today. I also adore the recipe page and will be making the chicken livers with mushrooms and bacon soon.
soyprincesa2 rated for Pre 1970 Ephemera Swap on Nov 15, 2023
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Comment: Thanks for the old papers that were all so different. The old postcard was neat too. There were so many things in the envelope to read and even the envelope is one that I will hold on to. Thanks so much!!!
JJcrafty rated for Pre 1970 Ephemera Swap on Nov 15, 2023
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Comment: Love everything! Thank you
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Comment: Thanks so much for another awesome swap! I'm definitely okay with lots of Christmas stuff - my stash has gotten kind of thin lately. Take care ❤️❤️❤️
Burger1girl rated for Pasta Day! on Nov 13, 2023
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Comment: Love the happy envelope! The yeti story is amazing!You did great on the sketches.BBQ sauce? Sounds like something I would try!! Thanks for the swap, I enjoyed it!
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Comment: OMG I love everything you sent and wow - we have a LOT in common! I'm going to PM you about swapping and such. Take care and thanks so much! <3
Begokschaf rated for Rainbow Mail #5 on Nov 8, 2023
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Comment: Thank you very much for all the fun items
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Comment: This is an awesome spread! I'm embarrassed to say that I laughed out loud at 'hill areas' but love it!
Response: And the "hill areas" beat out three others; how sad is that??!!! 😅🤣😂 Thanks for the comments and the rating!
dabsfree56 rated for ABC ATC Coin Challenge ~N on Nov 2, 2023
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Comment: I'm so glad to get your coins. Love the gingko leaf, especially. Thank you for the extras, too. Just wondering if you'd like to receive some pre-cut circles so you don't have to cut them by hand. I can gladly send you some. Be well and keep creating!
Response: Thank you for the rating and the heart, as well as your nice comments! I finally located my circle punch (finding list treasures as I get things organized 😉), so I won't have to cut by hand anymore, but thank you for the kind offer. Would you like to receive some gingko leaves to use in projects? They are turning to yellow now and falling, so I'm hoping to refresh my supply and would happily share with you.

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Comments

Sonya on Oct 26, 2023:

Thanks for returning the Mystery Supply ATC, Kathy. Your bees are very cute. I'll send an email to all participants with photos of all. Cheers!

CookieMomster78 on Apr 28, 2023:

For Our ABC: Mystery Supply Cards #1 Swap

OMG, Kathy! I L.O.V.E this Ava Gardner ATC that you sent my way! Thank you so very much! Your creative use of the lace is amazing. This card is an instant favorite and will fit nicely among my other beautiful women ATC and Pin-ups cards! Extra thanks and a big ol' hug for reading my profile through to include your thoughtful note with the lucky-7's playing cards and zine you created. I feel so very fortunate to have you back in my mailbox again!!! Thank you for being a part of this swap and I'm looking forward to seeing you in the next round soon. :-)

CookieMomster78 on Dec 22, 2022:

Thank you for returning the cards for ABC Fun w/stamps #4 and Sender's Choice #21! I enjoy how you added to each of them! The Antique Victorian St. Nicholas is a new favorite for the holiday season especially! Hope you and your loved ones enjoy the season 🎄❤💌and I'll "see" ya in the mailbox next year!

Rainydancer on Nov 2, 2022:

Welcome to Sunshine Swaps!

lou on Jul 7, 2021:

Happy Birthday Month!

CookieMomster78 on Nov 26, 2020:

You have been one of the lights in a seemingly dark world.

arimails on Jul 13, 2020:

Haiku For You <3

Thank you for joining/ I love Swap-Bot and crafting/ I hope you do too

lou on Jul 11, 2020:

Happy Birthday!

MexiMidge on Jul 10, 2020:

Haiku for you:

Your profile is full / of lovely details I enjoy; / you know yourself well

erinhayden on Jul 9, 2020:

Haiku for You:

Hi Sophie the pug!

And hi Foxy the pom too!

Kathy, you rock. WOO HOO!

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