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Post by patv82 on Feb 20, 2023 18:19:57 GMT -6
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Post by kathyk2s on Feb 21, 2023 5:26:49 GMT -6
Interesting! The "no glitter" rule is interesting. Would have never thought about that.
Great project for card makers.
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Post by mainlyme on Feb 21, 2023 6:35:13 GMT -6
I have sent many cards to the greeting cards for soldiers organization. It’s been several years, though. I should get back to it. Made me feel good to help out.
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Post by patv82 on Feb 21, 2023 7:07:27 GMT -6
Interesting! The "no glitter" rule is interesting. Would have never thought about that. Great project for card makers. As I understand it, glitter never dissolves. Made from petroleum maybe? We had a neighbor who loved making cards using glitter and inserted decorative sequins in the envelope. Way to messy for me and I am still finding those sequins years later.
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Post by mainlyme on Feb 21, 2023 10:51:27 GMT -6
Years ago friends of our nephew’s fiancée planned a bridal shower for her. For some reason my invitation was addressed to DH. He was sitting in his recliner when he opened it. He shook out the contents — and got a lapful of pink heart-shaped confetti. Later that day his sister phoned to warn me of the confetti with the invitation. Told her, “Too late!” We were finding little hearts for quite a while.
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Post by kathyk2s on Feb 22, 2023 6:02:38 GMT -6
Here in Florida I've heard comments on tv that it can make it to the ocean and be harmful to marine life.
Glitter is definitely forever!
I'm not one to use it often.
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Post by kmg on Feb 23, 2023 6:41:17 GMT -6
I have done many packages for military but it’s been about 20 years. I went through a group called - any soldier. Don’t know if it’s still around or has changed. You we’re able to choose a branch of the military, what state they were based out of, what part of the world they were serving in etc. Each small group would have one person who would handle the requests for them. (So you could even choose by request) Things like specific snacks, personal care items, books magazines etc. I even sent some deflated basketballs at a request. One year when I didn’t know what to get my Dad for his birthday, In his honor I sent a “ party pack”. I picked an Army group as my Dad was in the Army in the fifties. Balloons, streamers, hats etc. So they could have one big Birthday celebration for everyone. That went over well In regards to the cards- I sent some blank ones once, not by request, just thought they could be useful. They were very much appreciated. I was told by one soldier they get free postage to send back home and “ there’s not a lot of K-Marts in Afghanistan “! So thanks for the reminder Pat, I think I will at least do the card part.
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Post by kathyk2s on Feb 24, 2023 5:41:27 GMT -6
Not military related, but when DH was staying at a Hope Lodge for radiation he received a welcome pack. There were handmade cards and other goodies in it. I remember one was from California. He appreciated the kindness.
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Post by ceceparsley on Feb 24, 2023 15:31:16 GMT -6
I participated in an organization making blank cards for soldiers years ago. I forget the name of it but they disbanded at some point. They even sent a little stamp with their logo so you could stamp the back of the card.
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Post by patv82 on Feb 25, 2023 7:10:49 GMT -6
I have decided to do this. I will need to buy envelopes and I am going to use the plastic sleeve as well.
Operation Gratitude does sewn items as well so that is perfect for me.
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Post by kmg on Feb 25, 2023 17:17:12 GMT -6
I am also going to participate. Thanks for the info Pat. Hope to see some of your cards
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Post by patv82 on Feb 26, 2023 7:23:34 GMT -6
I made 80 over the last 3 days. Because they don’t have to be elaborate I was able to knock out the card fronts. I will spend today making sentiments for the cards.
My goal is to use up my stash, Everything! And so far I have barely made a dent. This stuff is addictive.
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Post by kmg on Feb 28, 2023 16:27:28 GMT -6
Very impressive and I’m sure will be much appreciated
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Post by kathyk2s on Mar 1, 2023 6:14:27 GMT -6
I made 80 over the last 3 days. Because they don’t have to be elaborate I was able to knock out the card fronts. I will spend today making sentiments for the cards. My goal is to use up my stash, Everything! And so far I have barely made a dent. This stuff is addictive. As in use up your stash in order to replenish???!!!
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