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new: wlomwl swap 2012 (what's left on my want list)

patrob
11 years ago

I’m patrob (Patricia) and have volunteered to host the WLOMWL Swap this year. This is my favorite seed swap of the entire year, and I’m hoping that we’ll have great participation again this year. Everyone is invited to join in. It’s all about having fun, sharing our seeds with friends, and, of course, seeing how many of our own wishes will be fulfilled. I’ll do my best to follow in the footsteps of the wonderful hosts we have had in the past. Thank you, Michelle, Alana, and Patty!

I’m sticking with the same procedures that previous hosts have used with just a few tweaks. I hope I have thought of everything since posts on GW can not be edited. If I need to make changes or additions, my later posts will overrule anything stated here.

IMPORTANT DATES:

Signup starts now and continues through Dec. 9, 2012.

Your want lists can be updated through Dec. 9 as well.

Seeds must be mailed to me no later than Jan. 10, 2013.

I will mail packets back to you no later than Jan. 24, 2013.

1.As soon as you sign up, please send an e-mail with your GW name, real name, and mailing address to me

pat46rob@gmail.com

Include any special instructions that you have for me, such as “duplicates preferred to substitutions” or “no duplicates" or "no vegetables” or “no trees,” etc.

I will not be sending you lots of e-mail, will not share your info with anyone, and will delete it as soon as the swap is completed.

Using e-mail allows me to send messages, if needed, to a large group at once.

I will e-mail everyone my mailing address as soon as signups end on Dec. 9.

If you prefer not to e-mail me, please be sure that I can communicate with you through GardenWeb’s message system.

2. Your want list needs to be posted on your member page.

I will compile a master want list on Google Docs as I did last year. The link is at the bottom of this post.

Put the date you updated your list at the top of your list.

If you are not ready for others to view your list now and start filling packets, you might want to say "Not Updated" at the top.

Post to this thread when you make changes to your list.

Do not add to or delete from your list after Dec. 9.

(HINTS: If you update your list as soon as possible, you are likely to receive more of the seeds you want. Many start packing seeds as soon as the swap starts and send in right after signups end. If you add new items to your list, putting them at the top with a heading like "Newly Added" will help people notice them.)

3. Mark each packet you send in with at least the

name of the plant, including the scientific name if you can,

year the seed was harvested or packaged for,

recipient’s number,

your name or number.

If the seeds fulfill a generic wish, such as “butterfly attractor” or “your favorite perennial” or “anything red,” please mark this on the packet so I’ll know for sure it was requested.


4. If you have multiple packets for the same person, please tape or bag them together to help me sort.

5.Send only seeds another participant has requested and only viable seeds not more than two or three years old.

Be as generous as you can in the number of seeds per packet, at least 15-20 seeds, however, many of us would prefer fewer seeds of something really special to none.

Bottom line: Send only seeds you would be pleased to receive!

Please do not send anything other than seeds -- no cuttings, bulbs, etc.

6. You may send in as many packets as you want, and you will receive the same number in return.

How many of your wishes are filled depends on what is sent in for you.

If fewer are sent in for you than you sent to me, you may choose to have duplicates, when possible, or substitutions. See #2.

7. Now here are my thoughts on return shipping:

I want each person to choose the method best for him/her, and I do not mind mailing packages several different ways.

A. You might choose to include a return label and enough stamps for me to mail your same bubble envelope back to you.

If you send extra stamps, I will return them to you.

I just checked the USPS website, and Delivery Confirmation does not appear as an option for first class envelopes. (I have used it in the past, but it is not there now!)


B. If you want Delivery Confirmation, you may include a return label and enough stamps for me to send your bubble envelope back at the first class parcel rate with Delivery Confirmation.

Parcel rates are a bit higher than envelope rates and depend on distance and weight.

DC for a first class parcel is an additional 85 cents. There is no option to print a shipping label from the USPS website and save.

My zip code is 76844, so you can go to the USPS website and estimate the shipping charge.

Again, if you send too many stamps, I will return extras.


C. Or you can send me a check or money order for $5.10 and I will print a shipping label from the USPS website and return your seeds in a large priority padded envelope with Delivery Confirmation included.

Okay, let's get this swap underway!!!

Here is a link that might be useful: COMPOSITE WANT LIST 2012 WLOMWL SWAP

Comments (149)

  • Melinda Hagen
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    My list is as good as it gets! Too long I am sure, but happy with anything on it! Thanks, Melinda

  • velsgarden
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Hey Patricia,just had to tweek my list last night.Hopefully I wont see anything else I want,but you know how a seed addict is.

  • patrob
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Tweaking is fine! It is so easy now to update a list on Google Drive, and I don't mind making changes at all. I'm posting lists for both of you right now!

  • jlee160
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Is there a way to search the google document? Thanks

  • molanic
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    To search it click inside the document and then hit ctrl f.

  • patrob
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    One more week to sign up for this swap!

    #1 patrob (Pat/Patricia)
    #2 micyrey (Michelle)
    #3 jlee160
    #4 farmergirl2009 (Ellie)
    #5 velsgarden (Velvet)
    #6 poisondartfrog (Alana)
    #7 sandysgardens (Sandy)
    #8 molanic (Morgan)
    #9 beverlysc (Bev)
    #10 ishareflowers (Lisa)
    #11 ggwrn (Ginger)
    #12 rbrady (Rhonda)
    #13 carsons_mimi (Lynn)
    #14 primrose1x3 (Karen)
    #15 hibiscusfan (Suzanne)
    #16 ruthz (Ruth)
    #17 barefootgardner12
    #18 debby_1 (Debby)
    #19 imabirdnut (Lila)
    #20 rane_grow (Iris)
    #21 sorellina (Julianna)
    #22 kchd (Katie)
    #23 shanta_5 (Shanti)
    #24 xiangirl (Heidi)
    #25 ilovefarac (Melinda)
    #26 sguanzon (Sue)
    #27 sassybutterfly_2008
    #28 drippy (Kim)
    #29 jaynine (Janine)
    #30 twopinenuts
    #31 VaJeff (Jeff)
    #32 aggiebee (Aggie)
    #33 crystalline_ca
    #34 susanc (Susan)
    #35 lisam627_ohio_z6 (Lisa)
    #36 zackey
    #37 pinkiris

    Here is a link that might be useful: COMPOSITE WANT LIST 2012 WLOMWL SWAP

    This post was edited by patrob on Wed, Dec 5, 12 at 21:04

  • patrob
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    We are still open for new participants to sign up for 5 more days! Sunday, Dec. 9, is also the last day to change your "seeds wanted" lists!

    There are still 5 participants who have not told me they are ready for me to add their lists to the Composite List. If yours is ready, please post here and tell me to add it.

    If anyone wants to change your list, make those changes to the list on your member page and then post here to let us know you have updated.

    Here is a link that might be useful: COMPOSITE WANT LIST 2012 WLOMWL SWAP

    This post was edited by patrob on Tue, Dec 4, 12 at 15:02

  • hibiscusfan -Northwest Ohio
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    I've updated my list a tad. Thanks, Suzanne

  • crystalline_ca
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    I have added a few more to my list, in bean, brassica, radicchio and flower sections.

  • patrob
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    I'll update both lists right now. Thanks for letting me know.

  • poisondartfrog
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Patricia, I added a few things to my list. I'm really finished this time.(:
    Alana

  • jaynine
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Patricia-I added a couple things to my list, too.-Janine

  • patrob
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Got you both. Thank you!

  • ggwrn
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    My list is finally updated!
    Ginger

  • patrob
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Ginger, I'll add it right now!

  • pinkiris
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    I would love to participate in this as well, still working on my wish list =)

    happy gardening!

  • patrob
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Welcome, pinkiris! We are glad to have you join in the fun. Just post here to let us know when your "seeds wanted" list is ready.

    Here is a link that might be useful: COMPOSITE WANT LIST 2012 WLOMWL SWAP

    This post was edited by patrob on Wed, Dec 5, 12 at 18:31

  • patrob
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    shanta_5 has updated her list, but can't post here since she is Canadian. I have posted her additions to the Composite List.

  • patrob
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Three days to join and/or update your "seeds wanted" lists!

  • twopinenuts
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    My " seed want" list is now updated. How do I see the "mother" list of everyone else's wants? Thanks!
    CZ

  • patrob
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    twopinenuts, I have updated your list on the Composite List.

    Just follow the link below to view the Composite List, which is hosted on Google Drive.

    To search the list, press Control and F at the same time and then type the term you are looking for in the search box.

    Here is a link that might be useful: COMPOSITE WANT LIST 2012 WLOMWL SWAP

  • imabirdnut
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    My list is tweeked & updated!
    I added some new plants & also took off Hibiscus mutabilis...my sweet MIL gave me some plants for an early Christmas present!
    Thanks & look forward to the trade!
    Lila

  • patrob
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Thanks, Lila. I'll update the Composite List right now!

    Here is a link that might be useful: COMPOSITE WANT LIST 2012 WLOMWL SWAP

  • lysa39
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    I would love to join and i just updated my seed want list.
    Thanks Lisa

  • elliesfun
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Hi Patricia,
    I updated my list this morning but when I sent you an email I must have forgot to send...oops! If these seed catalogs would stop coming I wouldn't know what I am missing. This is the last time I will update. Thanks!

    Ellie

  • patrob
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Welcome, Lisa! I'll add your list to the Composite List right now.

    lol Ellie. It's perfectly okay to update lists until the end of the day Sunday, Dec. 9. It takes me just a minute to cut and paste an updated list to the Composite List, and half the fun of this swap is finding new plants we just have to have!

    Here is a link that might be useful: COMPOSITE WANT LIST 2012 WLOMWL SWAP

  • ishareflowers {Lisa}
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Hi Patricia,

    I updated my list, took off a few and added a few...I won't even look at the catalogs. I have NO room for the seeds I have!

    Lisa

  • patrob
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Thanks, Lisa (ishareflowers). I'll update your list while I'm there. I don't look at the catalogs either; I just look online!

  • jas_il
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    I would like to join. My list is already updated. Thanks

  • patrob
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Welcome, jas_il. I have already added your list to the Composite List!

    I was hoping we would have at least 40 participants this year, and we are getting close. Still two more days to sign up and/or update "seeds wanted" lists!

    #1 patrob (Pat/Patricia)
    #2 micyrey (Michelle)
    #3 jlee160
    #4 farmergirl2009 (Ellie)
    #5 velsgarden (Velvet)
    #6 poisondartfrog (Alana)
    #7 sandysgardens (Sandy)
    #8 molanic (Morgan)
    #9 beverlysc (Bev)
    #10 ishareflowers (Lisa)
    #11 ggwrn (Ginger)
    #12 rbrady (Rhonda)
    #13 carsons_mimi (Lynn)
    #14 primrose1x3 (Karen)
    #15 hibiscusfan (Suzanne)
    #16 ruthz (Ruth)
    #17 barefootgardner12
    #18 debby_1 (Debby)
    #19 imabirdnut (Lila)
    #20 rane_grow (Iris)
    #21 sorellina (Julianna)
    #22 kchd (Katie)
    #23 shanta_5 (Shanti)
    #24 xiangirl (Heidi)
    #25 ilovefarac (Melinda)
    #26 sguanzon (Sue)
    #27 sassybutterfly_2008
    #28 drippy (Kim)
    #29 jaynine (Janine)
    #30 twopinenuts
    #31 VaJeff (Jeff)
    #32 aggiebee (Aggie)
    #33 crystalline_ca
    #34 susanc (Susan)
    #35 lisam627_ohio_z6 (Lisa)
    #36 zackey
    #37 pinkiris
    #38 lysa39 (Lisa)
    #39 jas_il

    Here is a link that might be useful: COMPOSITE WANT LIST 2012 WLOMWL SWAP

    This post was edited by patrob on Fri, Dec 7, 12 at 20:44

  • ishareflowers {Lisa}
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Patricia,

    I went to santa rosa gardens and swallowtail gardens online within the last couple of weeks. My checkbook is now a hundred dollars lighter, I just have to stop looking. The really sad part is, that after pulling out my commercial bin of seeds, I already have some of the seeds that I ordered....

    Lisa

  • carsons_mimi
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Patricia,

    My list is up to date.

    Thanks,
    Lynn

  • patrob
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Lynn, I'll post your list right now. Thanks for letting me know.

    lol Lisa, that sounds like something I might do. I do more looking online than ordering, but my wish list keeps growing and growing and growing!

    Here is a link that might be useful: COMPOSITE WANT LIST 2012 WLOMWL SWAP

  • ruthz
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Patricia,
    I've added a lot to my list. I've got to stop looking before I add more.
    Thanks for your patience.

  • patrob
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Ruth, thanks for letting me know, and I'm adding your list right now. The more you list, the better the chances of having lots of wishes filled! At least that's how I look at it!!

  • Iris ( ranegrow ) z7 Maryland
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Hello Patricia Hello everyone !

    I have finally finished updating my wish list ! thank you for your patience ! Looking forward to sharing with everyone !

    Iris

  • patrob
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Thanks, Iris, for letting us know. You still had a day left before the deadline! I'll post your list to the Composite List right now.

  • molanic
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    I just thought of a few last second additions for my list. They can just be copied from here anywhere into my part of the composite list rather than copying from my trade page (which I did not update). Here it is:

    -sunflowers, any especially small headed multi-branched ones
    -agastaches, any except for a. foeniculum and a. rupestris
    -rudbeckia hirta, any interesting varieties

    Thanks! I'm anxious to start packing up stuff soon.

  • primrose1x3
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Hi Patricia,

    I've replaced my wish list with the final updated version - it's on my GW member trade page. Would it be easier for you if I email it?

    After the deadline passes and no more changes are expected, could you email me a final version of the composite list that's in plain text?

    Thanks for taking this on,
    Karen

  • ishareflowers {Lisa}
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Morning Patricia,

    I am so glad that I decided to go and look over my wants list,As far as I could see it didn't update last time. I have made my final changes...sorry, I know this is a pain in the neck for you.

    Lisa (who has been packing and going back to a list when it is posted that it changed)

  • sandysgardens
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    It's snowing here today (so far 5 inches since 2am) and sounds like it will be snowing until midnight; so it's a good day to review everyone's updated lists and see how many more packets I can add to their baggies!! I've been packing seed packets for a couple weeks and have been able to match quite a number of wants!!!

    Sandy

  • patrob
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    We are still adding new swappers and updating lists until the end of the day today, midnight Central time, Sunday, Dec. 9. Post on this thread IF you make changes to your list on your member page! If this thread runs over the 150 post limit before tomorrow, I will start a new one. Otherwise, look for the new thread tomorrow.

    Morgan, I added your new items to the top of your list.

    Karen, I copied the list on your member page to the Composite Document. It worked fine! I'll e-mail you tomorrow. In the new thread I am going to offer the plain text copy to anyone who wants it.

    Lisa (ishareflowers), I've replaced your list with the one that is on your member page at this time. Let me know if there are still problems. It's no trouble to fix them.

    I'm all caught up to this point, and we have just a couple of people still working on their lists.

    Sandy, that's a lot of snow! I'm glad you have something you enjoy doing while you are cooped up inside, and we'll all enjoy having seed wishes fulfilled! It's been over two months since the middle of Texas has seen a trace of moisture, so we'd even take a light snowfall at this point! But just a light one.

    Here is a link that might be useful: COMPOSITE WANT LIST 2012 WLOMWL SWAP

  • sguanzon
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    My want list will be updated a little bit later today - I am so excited!

  • jlee160
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    just updated my list- added a few to the top:)

  • lysa39
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Just upated my list
    Thanks
    Lisa

  • edh87
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    I finally updated my list and am ready for the WLOMWL swap! Thank you for hosting this! Wish list:
    Onions - red and yellow, preferably short or intermediate day (I'm in Durham, NC)
    Broccoli
    Snow peas
    Celery
    Chickpeas
    Arugula
    Pole beans/snap beans
    Garlic

  • sguanzon
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    List is updated thanks Pat

  • patrob
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    This swap is now closed to new participants and "seeds wanted" lists are considered final.

    I am starting a new thread, so please post there from this point on.

  • patrob
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    bump

  • patrob
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Please follow us to the new thread!

    Here is a link that might be useful: WLOMWL Swap Part 2