Matchboxes for Beginners - Intl

Despite receiving an awesome matchbox DIY kit this summer, I have yet to take the plunge into this craft, so this is a matchbox swap for beginners like me. Just do your best! (Experienced matchbox makers are welcome to join but please keep in mind that most of us are still very much beginners.)

You will make/decorate/fill one purchased 32 count matchbox (or one of similar size made using the template provided below) for each of 2 partners using information from their profiles.

Template to make your own matchbox from cardstock: http://www.ruthannzaroff.com/mirkwooddesigns/matchbox.htm

Simple decorated matchbox instructions: http://www.mrsgrossmans.com/stickerideas/shoematch.shtml

If you go to Rachel's weblog, she has posted some photos of matchboxes (and their contents) that she made recently. You can also go to flickr and do a search for "matchbox" to see lots of examples.

The Fine Print:
I will ban anyone with (1) a sparse profile, (2) less than a 4.7 rating, (3) less than 5 rated substantial swaps, (4) any "no sends", (5) anyone who cannot read this swap properly (for example, if this swap asks you to provide additional information below, and you have not done so; or if it is a non-U.S. swap and you live in the U.S., etc.), and (6) anyone who seems dodgy to me for any reason. I do not send reminder or follow up pms before banning but I will always give a reason. Please pm me well before the signup deadline if you do not meet these requirements but feel your circumstances deserve consideration (such as an unfair 1 rating). Sorry, no newbies (but, if you are a newbie and really, REALLY want to do this swap, please pm me and maybe we can work out a private swap between us so you can still participate and be rated).

I ban after sign up but please do pm me if you have any questions or concerns as it is very difficult to keep up with all of the questionable swappers and flakers, as much as I try to! I appreciate your help!

Please let your partner(s) know when you have sent/received swaps and be sure to rate them promptly. Thx and have fun! T.