Amber Posted January 15, 2018 (edited) Hello~ I have returned from a very long hiatus and one of the things I missed the most from this site was our cute holiday exchanges. I've taken it upon myself to attempt to host one! With your support and suggestions, I've come up with these rules and guidelines for the event. Nothing is set in stone, so if you have alterations or requests please PM me and I'll look into editing the thread. If any edits are made, I'll make a comment and let people know to check the updates. Rules, Guidelines, and Suggestions: - One doll per person. - You cannot request a trading partner, they will be assigned randomly. - Gift(s) to have a maximum total of $10. Range of $5-$10 is suggested. - Must include a card and some sort of gift. Candies or sweets are optional but suggested. - Try to cater to the submitted information about the participant and their doll. Make it personal! If they hate peanut butter, it would be nice to not get them Reese's candy, for example. - Proof of mailing is required, like a picture of the package sent to me via PM. A tracking number is helpful, but I know not all countries easily provide that. If you can't get one, no worries - a photo will be perfectly fine! If you have any comments, feel free to let me know and maybe adjustments can be made! Please post the following form onto the thread as a comment: Participating Doll: [a photo and your doll's name goes here] Doll's favorite color(s): Doll's top 5 favorite things: Allergies: [your food allergies go here - we want to be safe if any candy or sweets are exchanged] Likes/Dislikes: [your food preferences go here - example: if you love chocolate but hate peanut butter] Please PM me with the following information: Send me your name and address in the proper mailing format. Example: Amber Arienette 111 Rainbow Rd. Starville, NY 11111 United States of America Current Participants: Ayanami pharaviel Shailara Noxxbunny vanillalilly Amber sinclair Sniixsnak Bellatrix phantomwings86 SlyViolin Edited February 1, 2018 by Guest Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ayanami Posted January 15, 2018 (edited) First of all; thank you so much for organizing this event! Hopefully everything will go smoothly and the participants will be happy with their gifts Participating doll: Reiko Her favorite colors are: White, (dark) red and (dark) blue. Reiko's top 5 favorite things are: 1) The smell of cedarwood 2) Her white mattress she likes to sit/sleep on 3) Her white lace socks 4) Looking at the moon 5) Reading books about psychology Allergies: I don't have any allergies Likes: Sweets, tea, caramel Dislikes: Coffee, alcohol, dark chocolate Edit: Uploaded a better photo of Reiko! Edited January 25, 2018 by Guest Meet Reiko:https://www.instagram.com/r.ei.ko/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sinclair Posted January 16, 2018 So is this a "round robin" kind of thing as in the person I send something to will not be the same person that sends me something? I'll be entering, as soon as my girls pull straws to see who gets to do it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amber Posted January 17, 2018 @Ayanami - Thank you for joining! Your link isn't a problem for me. @sinclair - It depends on the number of participants. If it's even, it will be direct swaps. If it's odd I will do a round robin type thing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pharaviel Posted January 17, 2018 Participating Doll: Katherine Strasbourg 2016: Part 2 by Daniele Frizzi, on Flickr Doll's favorite color(s): White, Black, Red Doll's top 5 favorite things: - Being outside - Nice outfits - Chocolate - Spend time with others - Singing Allergies: nothing Likes: sweets, chocolate Dislikes: dark chocolate If you send me postcards or such I would like them to be in a closed envelope (because they will be sent at my workplace). Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sinclair Posted January 17, 2018 @sinclair - It depends on the number of participants. If it's even, it will be direct swaps. If it's odd I will do a round robin type thing. I asked because if it's a direct swap, perhaps just exchanging addresses would be better then sending them to you to then send out. At least what's what we've done before. Just something to think about to lesson the burden on you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amber Posted January 17, 2018 @sinclair - It depends on the number of participants. If it's even, it will be direct swaps. If it's odd I will do a round robin type thing. I asked because if it's a direct swap, perhaps just exchanging addresses would be better then sending them to you to then send out. At least what's what we've done before. Just something to think about to lesson the burden on you. It's not a burden, but it's easier to just send the addresses to me in the event that there is an uneven amount of participants. We won't have to wait for all of the addresses to come in, I'll already have them sent to me. Thank you for your consideration though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ayanami Posted January 17, 2018 @sinclair - It depends on the number of participants. If it's even, it will be direct swaps. If it's odd I will do a round robin type thing. I asked because if it's a direct swap, perhaps just exchanging addresses would be better then sending them to you to then send out. At least what's what we've done before. Just something to think about to lesson the burden on you. It's not a burden, but it's easier to just send the addresses to me in the event that there is an uneven amount of participants. We won't have to wait for all of the addresses to come in, I'll already have them sent to me. Thank you for your consideration though. Amber; I'm very sorry but it seems like I can't yet send pm's. Is there any other way of contacting you to tell you my address? - I could send you the message via e-mail, tumblr, mfc, facebook or ao3! Meet Reiko:https://www.instagram.com/r.ei.ko/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amber Posted January 17, 2018 @Ayanami - I sent you a PM with my email, let me know if you got it please. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mitsuki Posted January 18, 2018 @Ayanami - You just need 5 more posts and you can use the DM feature. @Amber - This is a really fun thread! I want to participate too. I will post my information later. I hope this project is a great success! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amber Posted January 18, 2018 Thank you mitsuki, I am so happy to see you here and supporting my thread. It means a lot to me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shailara Posted January 21, 2018 Took me a while to decide who'll participate >_< Doll's name: Ai Doll's favorite color(s): Blue Doll's top 5 favorite things: Interesting perfume bottles, her princess, choosing dresses for her princess, cute lolita accessories, sweets Allergies: n/a Likes: chocolate, lolipops Dislikes: alcohol (\_/) ( ' .' ) ( uu) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amber Posted January 21, 2018 Thank you! I sent you a PM requesting your address! Deadline to apply is February 1st. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shailara Posted January 26, 2018 I know there are a few days left but aren't we a bit too few? (\_/) ( ' .' ) ( uu) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cfx Posted January 26, 2018 This is a fun idea that I am glad is happening but my doll isn't quite complete and ready to meet the world yet so I will wait for next time to participate. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Noxxbunny Posted January 26, 2018 I'm planning on joining too, just haven't been able to pick a member from my crew. And then I wanted to take a new picture this weekend instead of reusing an old one Current Crew: Kaito(DDH07), Miles(DDH06), Lyca(DDH-10), Hotaru(DDH09), Kagamine Rin, Maron(DDH01), Mikuo(Snow Miku), Nagisa(DDH01) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sinclair Posted January 26, 2018 I'm planning on joining too, just haven't been able to pick a member from my crew. And then I wanted to take a new picture this weekend instead of reusing an old one This has been my problem. I'll work at getting it done no later than this weekend. I'll even put it on my calendar. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bellatrix Posted January 26, 2018 I am in. In the afternoon I will select which doll deserves a treat this year ✩ 𝓥𝓲𝓬𝓽𝓲𝓶 𝓸𝓯 𝓽𝓱𝓮 𝓑𝓮𝓵𝓵𝓪𝓭𝓸𝔁 ✩ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amber Posted January 26, 2018 I'm planning on joining too, just haven't been able to pick a member from my crew. And then I wanted to take a new picture this weekend instead of reusing an old one This has been my problem. I'll work at getting it done no later than this weekend. I'll even put it on my calendar. Haha, I have to take a new picture of my doll too! That's why I haven't posted my own entry yet. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Noxxbunny Posted January 27, 2018 Finally got a photo. My newest arrival ended up being the easy pick lol. Even if he's technically not finished yet. Participating Doll: Mikuo Hatsune Doll's favorite color(s): Light blue & Teal/Green Doll's top 5 favorite things: Music/Singing, fashion, his fellow vocaloids, snow/winter theme things, hot chocolate Allergies: (Unfortunately gonna be the one with the list...): Soybean Oil bolding for emphasis since I tend to have a decently serious reaction Weird part...I'm not actually allergic to soy itself, just the oil. Candy with soy or soy lecithin are safe for me. Also real Lavendar. Fake/synthetic Lavendar scents are fine. Other minor but annoying allergies: Hazelnuts, Sunflower Oil, and Safflower Oil. Likes/Dislikes: I love anything chocolate or sour or gummy. I actually do hate peanut butter like the example lol. I also don't really like cherry candy flavors. Current Crew: Kaito(DDH07), Miles(DDH06), Lyca(DDH-10), Hotaru(DDH09), Kagamine Rin, Maron(DDH01), Mikuo(Snow Miku), Nagisa(DDH01) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Banders Posted January 28, 2018 (edited) I also had trouble deciding who should participate! Participating Doll: Akihiro (he goes by Akira) Doll's favorite color(s): turquoise / aquamarine / mint Doll's top 5 favorite things: ◦ playing fantasy RPGS ◦ relaxing at his favourite café ◦ dogs ◦ cacti ◦ researching odd & random things at 2am, for a story he procrastinates actually writing. Owner Allergies: none! Owner Likes: I like anything! Chocolate, coffee flavour, sherbet, peanuts, I'm not picky about sweets ~ I get excited about trying foreign or different types of candy! Owner Dislikes: hmm If I had to say something, probably licorice / aniseed flavour. Also not a fan of spearmint and hot cinnamon. Edited January 30, 2018 by Guest Living with: MDD H01, DDSB Yayoi Takatsuki, DDP Akira, DDS Nia Teppelin ☆My Instagram ★ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amber Posted January 29, 2018 Participating Doll: Lillie (sorry for poor picture, I might update with different one. She is Yukiho Hagiwara.) Doll's favorite color(s): Any pastel colors! Doll's top 5 favorite things: Music, baby animals, Pokemon, books and jewelry. Allergies: No food allergies. Likes/Dislikes: I really do not like chocolate at all. I like vanilla flavored things. I'm not a huge fan of candy, I much prefer cakes or cookies when it comes to sweets. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sinclair Posted January 29, 2018 Participating Doll: Yumi won the straw pull. Doll's favorite color(s): Pinks and browns. Doll's top 5 favorite things: When asked she listed her 5 sisters by name. I told her that doesn't count. But I would allow her to say her sisters as one items. So the other four items are her cat Yuki, hard candy, a big soft princess bed, and ribbons. Allergies: Haven't found any yet, but then I'm not an adventurous food type. Likes/Dislikes: Don't have much of a sweet tooth, I'd take the hamburger over the ice cream any day. But I love dark chocolate, root beer barrels, and those strawberry hard candies. No coffee, tea, or alcohol items please. And no banana flavored items, or milk candies. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sniiksnak Posted January 29, 2018 (edited) Untitled by Sunukee Xibb, on Flickr Participating Doll: Kagamine Rin Doll’s Favourite Colours: Pink, Green Doll’s Top Five Favourite Things: Cats, Oranges, Hair Accessories, Science, and her Vocaloid Family Allergies: N/A Likes: Milk Chocolate, Cinnamon Hearts, Chalky Candies Dislikes: Gummies, Alcohol, and Capitalism I was almost too nervous to join this, but dammit it looks like fun, so I have to! Edited February 7, 2018 by Guest Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bellatrix Posted January 29, 2018 Participating Doll: Yuki Doll’s Favourite Colours: Black and vintage pink Doll’s Top Five Favourite Things: CAKES!, classy shoes, fancy reading glasses (she collects them!), frilly stuff, cute boys (I can relate to pretty much all of them, ahah) Allergies: None Likes: Any Chocolate, Cinnamon Rolls, Cookies, Cakes Dislikes: Alcohol, coffee, cheese snacks, spicy stuff ✩ 𝓥𝓲𝓬𝓽𝓲𝓶 𝓸𝓯 𝓽𝓱𝓮 𝓑𝓮𝓵𝓵𝓪𝓭𝓸𝔁 ✩ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
