Vintage Crafter's Cafe Ephemera Swap

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I belong to a group on Facebook called Vintage Crafter's Cafe; it's a bunch of like-minded people who love to create with old stuff!  (If interested, I can ask to add you to the group -- just let me know via email!)  I showed you the pin cushion swap we recently did, and we just finished swapping ephemera with a partner.  Here's what I sent her:
 All wrapped up in a vintage legal sized parchment sheet, wrapped with a wide fabric ribbon and closed with an old index holder from a file!
 The thing wrapped in wax paper at the top is an old paper collar!


 I included a sweet, handwritten letter from a girl to her dad who was away at war, and one from a man who was a stamp collector, along with his stamps!
I really love that photo of the young man, probably from college, in its fancy folder.
I put the items in separate bags and holders, for maximum "opening" fun!
Swapping can really be a joy.

Comments

Kelli Davidson said…
Lovely! Just lovely! Hope all is well with you and yours!
October 12, 2017 at 7:21 AM
Marrianna said…
Lucky recipient of your goodies. I always think you go above and beyond what might be sent by other collectors. Beautiful.
October 13, 2017 at 7:40 AM
Curtains in My Tree said…

What a great bunch of art papers etc. I am in the mood to do some paper crafts today, well making tags that is.
I do miss having my fun time now that I am back to work full time
October 14, 2017 at 8:47 AM
The Junque Seeker said…
You always have the best swap goodies to share - your partner had to be thrilled! I've been missing swaps and would like to join this group after the first of the year. I'll email you then to remind you.
October 16, 2017 at 8:12 PM
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