ok makers! it’s time to step. it. up!
I’m so thrilled to have been chosen as a co-host for this year’s covert robin over at imagine gnats! and, that means you are going to sign up! yes? yes. why are you going to sign up? because, this is going to be gobs of fun. for reals.
what is the covert robin?
the covert robin is a round-robin gift exchange of handmade presents. you get to make something special for another person/blogger, and in return you receive your very own handmade present from a mystery gifter (your “covert robin”). if you have never participated in a swap before you might be wondering about this whole thing. let me tell you, there really is something wonderful about making something for a stranger and then receiving something lovely in return. it can restore a little faith in the goodness of people and open a person up to the expansiveness of the crafty world. sounds nice, doesn’t it.
for this exchange, the handmade gifts should have an approximate retail value between $20 and $30. i know this can be tricky, so if you have any questions about what is/is not appropriate, please don’t hesitate to email me: ahappystitch {at} gmail.com or reach out to our fearless leader rachael {at} imaginegnats {dot} com. [just for starters, when I price things I add the cost of my materials plus an hourly rate for the amount of time it takes me to make something.]
not sure what to send? last year there was a huge variety of items including things that were sewn, made from paper, baked goods and even beautiful artwork… anything is game, as long as it’s made by you! so, go for it! explore a new technique that you’ve been wanting to try or make something tried and true. want some inspiration? you can see some posts about last year’s gifts in the link-up here.
how does it work?
once sign-ups close on february 28th, rachel and all the co-hosts will assign everyone a gift recipient. after receiving your recipient, you’ll make your gift and send it off to them. and here’s the extra fun part for you bloggers out there: you can blog about the gift you made and/or the gift you received for a chance to win prizes! we’ll host a linky party starting april 1, and each of the co-hosts will be randomly awarding one participant a prize (that’s TEN chances to win!). you can keep up with covert robin updates here. but, if you don’t have a blog do not let that stop you! participate! this is open to anyone and the swapping and the making and the arrival of a mystery gift if so much fun no matter what! so crank up your creativity and jump in.
when does this happen?
sign-ups: open NOW… through february 28
recipient information: will be emailed by march 4
gifts: must be mailed by march 31
blog post link-up: open april 1-30
prize winners (will be chosen randomly): announced on may 3
who are the hosts?
Cassie (elegantitus)
Clara (Clover & Violet)
Courtney (mon petit lyons)
Jane (buzzmills)
Jill (Made with Moxie)
Karen (Sew Well Maide)
Kelley (casa crafty)
Me! (a happy stitch)
Rachael (imagine gnats)
Stephanie (The Crafty Kitty)
swap guidelines (are simple):
1. make something handmade and lovely
2. send your gift before March 31
3. post on your blog about your gifts to be entered for a chance to win prizes!
4. have fun 🙂
not required, but would be appreciated:
1. add a nifty covert robin button to your blog (code available in sidebar). let the world know you are spreading the handmade goodness!
2. check out and follow imagine gnats and all the other co-hosts’ blogs (they are truly awesome ladies)
click here to read the covert robin FAQs.
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