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Planning: What's Left On My Want List Swap

patrob
9 years ago

It's time to start thinking about the WLOMWL Seed Swap!
At the end of this post, there is a link to last year's swap if you want to see how this swap works.
Some have asked that it be earlier than last year's swap in order to receive seeds in time for winter sowing. Others primarily want to avoid conflicts with holidays and other swaps. Thanksgiving falls on Nov. 27 this year.
I have allowed a few more days between the deadline for shipping seeds in and my returning seeds to you in case some packages take the scenic route again or are delayed by holiday mail.
If you have participated in this swap previously or plan to this year, please indicate which dates you prefer: Choice A, B, or C.

Choice A:
Sign up beginning now and update want lists through Oct. 26
Mail seeds in by Nov. 24
Seeds mailed back to you by Dec. 17

Choice B:
Sign up beginning Oct. 1 and update want lists through Nov. 9.
Mail seeds in by Dec. 15
Seeds mailed back to you by Jan. 13

Choice C:
Sign up beginning Oct. 15 and update want lists through Nov. 23.
Mail seeds in by Jan. 5
Seeds mailed back to you by Jan. 26

Here is a link that might be useful: Last Year's Swap

Comments (27)

  • EricaBraun
    9 years ago

    I'd love to join.

    I'll vote for choice B.

    This post was edited by EricaBraun on Thu, Sep 18, 14 at 18:39

  • poisondartfrog
    9 years ago

    Between the Spooktacular Swap and the Theme Swap, there is a lot going on early. I like B.
    Alana

  • ruthz
    9 years ago

    Either one works for me.
    With all the work involved for you, I'd say go with what works best for your schedule.

  • jaynine
    9 years ago

    Any of them are fine with me, too (though C would be best). Can't wait.
    Janine

  • primrose1x3
    9 years ago

    I like B, but can be flexible.

  • kchd
    9 years ago

    This is my favorite swap of the year. I'll be quite busy over the course of the winter, but I will try to join in no matter what. It is a huge benefit to me that we have over a month to get seeds sent in once wishlists are finalized.

    If I had to choose, I would pick choice C.

    Yes, Pat... my package took a scenic route last year. LOL!

    Katie

  • pinkiris
    9 years ago

    I am flexible.... just happy you are hosting this again!

    Jayeanne

  • midwestfarmwife
    9 years ago

    Later is better for me, so either B or C. You did a fantastic job last year, and I received a marvelous selection of seeds. Thanks for hosting again Pat!

    Mary

  • Pmb2005
    9 years ago

    Please count me in this swap! It sounds like y'all have fun. Which ever dates are picked, I will make it work.

    This post was edited by pmb2005 on Fri, Sep 19, 14 at 9:22

  • Panhandle_Seed_Swap
    9 years ago

    I'm going to have to pass on this one, after all... so please disregard my vote. Thank you and have fun!

    This post was edited by Panhandle_Seed_Swap on Fri, Sep 19, 14 at 18:22

  • molanic
    9 years ago

    I could make any one work, but like (B) just because it gives me more time to harvest and prep seed. The latest option doesn't give as much time to see what you got back and order any extras you need for wintersowing. Looking forward to this, you always do an excellent job!

  • duane456
    9 years ago

    First choice is B
    second is C
    Thanks Patricia for organizing again !!! and the email.

  • patrob
    Original Author
    9 years ago

    Sorellina (Julianna) sent me an e-mail since she is in Canada and can not post in this forum. Her choice is C.

  • leila hamaya
    9 years ago

    oo exciting, this is such a good swap. i got such an awesome package last year from this one, looking forward to it =)

    i dont have a strong preference but i would go with A

  • stefaniechamo_gw
    9 years ago

    I would love to join this swap, I choose the B option :)

  • patrob
    Original Author
    9 years ago

    I'll wait until this evening to tally the votes to give others a chance to say which dates they prefer.

  • debby_1
    9 years ago

    B would be my first choice with C coming in 2nd.
    Debby

  • Michelle Reynolds
    9 years ago

    I'm very easy going. I will make time for this swap whenever you have it.
    Michelle

  • Iris ( ranegrow ) z7 Maryland
    9 years ago

    Hi everyone !

    This is one of my favorite swaps ! Either B or C would be great ! But of course... what is easiest for you Pat ? Thank you so much for hostessing this again!

    Iris

  • twopinenuts
    9 years ago

    I vote for C, but you do such a great job...it's up to you!

  • cghpnd
    9 years ago

    I would LOVE to join.

    I would like group B
    i have a good quantity of seeds that are being dried now.
    I can update my list tonight when i get home.

    Thanks a bunch.

  • patrob
    Original Author
    9 years ago

    It looks like the majority prefer choice B. It's a pretty good compromise and allows lots of time to pack up seeds after want lists are final. Christmas falls during the time I will be sorting and packing seeds for the return trip, but I added a few extra days to allow for that. I really hope I can mail seeds back before Jan. 13.

    I am tweaking the rules and procedures a bit and will post the sign up thread in just a few days.

  • cghpnd
    9 years ago

    Thank you!

  • ruthz
    9 years ago

    I looked at the dates again.
    If mailing the seeds back before Jan. 13th is making it more difficult for you, I really don't think anyone minds the C option.

    You would not be having to sort and pack during Christmas.
    We get our seeds just 13 days later and we'll have 20 extra days to mail our seeds in.

    I'm just happy your willing to take this on, as I do love this swap.

  • patrob
    Original Author
    9 years ago

    Thank you, Ruth, but Option B is fine with me, and receiving seeds a couple of weeks earlier might be helpful to those who winter sow. It won't interfere with our Christmas at all.

  • mjzzyzoff
    9 years ago

    I vote for C, B would work too but C is my first choice!

  • patrob
    Original Author
    9 years ago

    B was the one the majority chose, and sign ups are under way!
    I'll post the a link to the sign up thread below.

    Here is a link that might be useful: Sign Up for WLOMWL Swap