I want to thank everyone that voted and left comments or sent emails on the swap admin post from a couple of weeks. I read all comments, and have debated how to proceed. For now, things will remain as they have been for the prior swaps, with a few changes.

For the Fall swap, I’ve decided not to have a mandatory administrative fee. I understand times are tough, for me too! I’d rather see my quilting friends having fun participating in the swap. Quilting is a great stress reliever for me (most of the time) and I value the quilting friendships formed as a result of the swaps. Of course, donations would be greatly appreciated.

I’ve also changed my mind about adding the quilter’s experience question. It has not been added for the Fall swap, but may be added in the future. However, I have added some additional requirements for the swap. Specifically, the mini quilt must be bound, no pillow turning and no zig-zagged edges. It must be made of good-quality fabrics. It should also be washable, unless you speak to your partner first and they are fine with it not being washable. Follow the theme of the swap, i.e. the Fall swap should represent fall, autumn, harvest, halloween, etc. in some way.

I will be adding a Swap FAQ page later this week. To cut down on the administration, here are some things everyone can do to help.

• Slow down and carefully enter all information on the swap registration form. Double check it, especially your email address, before submitting.
• When you receive your partner’s information, save the email to your hard drive in a safe place. Resending partner information several times is time-consuming.
• If you have a question about the swap, please post it on the Flickr group. Members are very helpful there, and I do check in at least once a day too.
• When you email me about the swap, include the name of the swap you are emailing about, as well as your full name, and if applicable your partner’s full name. I get several emails with just first names or nicknames, sent from unknown email addresses.
• Plan your time accordingly and mail your swap by the deadline.
• I approve registrations once a day, in the morning, and sometimes not on the weekend. Please be patient, your registration will be reviewed quickly.

Registration is now open for the Fall-Inspired Mini Quilt Swap.

• Registration
• Participants
• Flickr group