FINAL (late) reminder!
Woot! Now that finals and quizzes are over with I can put some energy to finishing up the details for the Big Swap Meet.
Midwest International Lolita Day
Swap Meet & Picnic with Tea Gathering
DATE: Saturday June 2nd
TIME: 12:30pm - 8pm
LOCATION: (My house, address will be messaged to you when you RSVP)
Area:South Barrington, Illinois, 60010
WARNING (For anyone who has not been to my house.)
I have a Golden-doodle puppy that does shed so if anyone has extreme allergies I apologize for any inconvenience.
~What it's all about~
International Lolita Day is a day to celebrate Lolita, spreading awareness of what we represent and meeting new people. Bringing the community of Lolita girls & boys together!
Better detail here at this post what it is all about.
http://egl.livejournal.com/3076552.html
~Activities~
~ Swapping, Buying, Selling, Trading; clothes, accessories, shoes, bags, etc. Bring whatever you would like to trade or sell. This will be a perfect opportunity for local designers to promote your business.
Another post will be set up for everyone to list what you have and what you want to bring. Gives a chance for everyone to have a glimpse firsthand .
A laptop will be set-up for PayPal and I will have change of $1's $5 and $10's.
~ Picnic & Tea, enjoy lovely tea with delicious food. I would ask every to bring a dish or dessert, if you are not financially able to buy/make a dish, please don't feel obligated. :)
~~ Some photo opportunities there is a lovely garden and a some other wonderful pretty backdrops.
There will be a group photo shot before tea around 3pm along with single shots.
~ Makeovers! My sister Alexandra, is a wonderful make-up artist. She can give you a complete make-over or a touch up in your eyeshadow. Or just give you some wonderful tips and tricks. A reference book for different styles of make-up will be provided but you are more than welcome to bring your favorite look. (I would strongly suggest getting your make-up done after trying on clothes.)
~ Raffle~
Tickets for raffle will be at an awesome price of $1!!
You can buy the tickets at the meet-up or if you wish to paypal me in advance. I will PM you my paypal address.
First Place Prize includes: a
~A Jumperskirt set offered by Icky Industrial Kitty. The set includes a jumperskirt, a totebag and a headbow to match. She will have it ready to order, for sizing purposes. You will have a choice of colors of black, pink, or many other colors she will have to offer.
You can see her website listing here. ----> http://www.etsy.com/shop/ickyindustrialkitty
~$40 certificate to GothicLolitaWigs.com
~A choice of one large hairbow headband, one set of mini hairbows and one headdress from a line of different styles and colors. (To see some examples of what will be offered check this link out -----> http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150645425210718.389655.666035717&type=3)
~Cute necklace and pair of earrings from ----> http://paintpops.deviantart.com/gallery/
~A compact mirror
~Two colors of nail polish
~Eyelash set
Second Place include:
~A skirt set gift certificate offered by Icky Industrial Kitty. The set includes a skirt, a totebag, and a macthing hairbow.
~A choice of one large hairbow headband and one set of mini hairbows. (To see some examples of what will be offered check this link out -----> http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150645425210718.389655.666035717&type=3 )
~Issue of Gothic Lolita Bible #43
~A cute pair of earrings from ------> http://paintpops.deviantart.com/gallery/
~A compact mirror
~ One color of nail polish
~Eyelash set
Third Place includes:
~A pair of Bloomers ready-made & a totebag from Icky Industrial Kitty. ^_^
~A choice of one large hairbow headband and one set of mini hairbows. (To see some examples of what will be offered check this link out -----> http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150645425210718.389655.666035717&type=3)
~A cute compact mirror
~A nail set
~Eyelash set
~Transportation~
Carpool List:
If you want to carpool with someone check this list please.
Willing to drive: (In alphabetical order of location).
List your 1)Name, 2) Area of your location of where you are driving from, and 3) How many seats are available.
Needs a Carpool Ride List: (In alphabetical order of location).
1) List your name & 2) area of location of where you live.
ILLINOIS
WISCONSIN:
check here ---> http://www.facebook.com/groups/364220162181/ for more information on carpools being organized. ^_^
Metra Train Station:
Anyone who will be taking the train as transportation, I will be picking anyone up at the station. I will be giving my cell phone number and a meet-up spot will be given. (Picture will be posted later).
Train Line: Union Pacific/Northwest Line
Train Station Stop: Barrington
Time of arrival at Barrington: 12:18pm
http://metrarail.com/metra/en/home/maps_schedules/metra_system_map/up-nw/schedule.full.html
Time of arrival for drop off: 06:18pm or 08:18pm
Last train of the night: 10:18pm
~What to Bring~
~ A dish of your choose from desserts or main course. I would really appreciate the help of food since I know it will be a big meet-up. Again, if you are financially unable to please don't feel pressured. ^_^
~ Money or items to sell or trade. It is optional to sell or buy or trade, you may come simply for the enjoying others company.
~ Bring a friend, a family member, or a significant other. The more the merrier!
~ YOU! You and your beautiful self.
SIDENOTES:
ALLERGY WARNINGS:
I have a Golden-doodle puppy that does shed.
I do have a cat but is confined to the upper level of the house due to preventing any conflict between her and the puppy. ;)
The house will be cleaned and vacuumed so no one's outfit is ruined by dog hair or any stray cat hair.
UNEXPECTED WEATHER CHANGE PLANS:
If weather becomes unbearably hot or rainy weather happens the event will be hosted indoors.
RSVP:
If you are bringing Swap items please RSVP one week before hand MAY 26th so I can get enough tables.
If you are coming without bringing Swap items, RSVP date is MAY 30th, please include if you are taking the train.
~~~Any questions, comments, advice, concerns please don't hesitate to ask you can message me any time. I will do my best to respond quickly as possible.
*(Gifs are from http://girlygifs.com, all credit goes to their wonderfully cute gifs.)
Midwest International Lolita Day
Swap Meet & Picnic with Tea Gathering
DATE: Saturday June 2nd
TIME: 12:30pm - 8pm
LOCATION: (My house, address will be messaged to you when you RSVP)
Area:South Barrington, Illinois, 60010
WARNING (For anyone who has not been to my house.)
I have a Golden-doodle puppy that does shed so if anyone has extreme allergies I apologize for any inconvenience.
~What it's all about~
International Lolita Day is a day to celebrate Lolita, spreading awareness of what we represent and meeting new people. Bringing the community of Lolita girls & boys together!
Better detail here at this post what it is all about.
http://egl.livejournal.com/3076552.html
~Activities~
~ Swapping, Buying, Selling, Trading; clothes, accessories, shoes, bags, etc. Bring whatever you would like to trade or sell. This will be a perfect opportunity for local designers to promote your business.
Another post will be set up for everyone to list what you have and what you want to bring. Gives a chance for everyone to have a glimpse firsthand .
A laptop will be set-up for PayPal and I will have change of $1's $5 and $10's.
~ Picnic & Tea, enjoy lovely tea with delicious food. I would ask every to bring a dish or dessert, if you are not financially able to buy/make a dish, please don't feel obligated. :)
~~ Some photo opportunities there is a lovely garden and a some other wonderful pretty backdrops.
There will be a group photo shot before tea around 3pm along with single shots.
~ Makeovers! My sister Alexandra, is a wonderful make-up artist. She can give you a complete make-over or a touch up in your eyeshadow. Or just give you some wonderful tips and tricks. A reference book for different styles of make-up will be provided but you are more than welcome to bring your favorite look. (I would strongly suggest getting your make-up done after trying on clothes.)
~ Raffle~
Tickets for raffle will be at an awesome price of $1!!
You can buy the tickets at the meet-up or if you wish to paypal me in advance. I will PM you my paypal address.
First Place Prize includes: a
~A Jumperskirt set offered by Icky Industrial Kitty. The set includes a jumperskirt, a totebag and a headbow to match. She will have it ready to order, for sizing purposes. You will have a choice of colors of black, pink, or many other colors she will have to offer.
You can see her website listing here. ----> http://www.etsy.com/shop/ickyindustrialkitty
~$40 certificate to GothicLolitaWigs.com
~A choice of one large hairbow headband, one set of mini hairbows and one headdress from a line of different styles and colors. (To see some examples of what will be offered check this link out -----> http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150645425210718.389655.666035717&type=3)
~Cute necklace and pair of earrings from ----> http://paintpops.deviantart.com/gallery/
~A compact mirror
~Two colors of nail polish
~Eyelash set
Second Place include:
~A skirt set gift certificate offered by Icky Industrial Kitty. The set includes a skirt, a totebag, and a macthing hairbow.
~A choice of one large hairbow headband and one set of mini hairbows. (To see some examples of what will be offered check this link out -----> http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150645425210718.389655.666035717&type=3 )
~Issue of Gothic Lolita Bible #43
~A cute pair of earrings from ------> http://paintpops.deviantart.com/gallery/
~A compact mirror
~ One color of nail polish
~Eyelash set
Third Place includes:
~A pair of Bloomers ready-made & a totebag from Icky Industrial Kitty. ^_^
~A choice of one large hairbow headband and one set of mini hairbows. (To see some examples of what will be offered check this link out -----> http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150645425210718.389655.666035717&type=3)
~A cute compact mirror
~A nail set
~Eyelash set
~Transportation~
Carpool List:
If you want to carpool with someone check this list please.
Willing to drive: (In alphabetical order of location).
List your 1)Name, 2) Area of your location of where you are driving from, and 3) How many seats are available.
Needs a Carpool Ride List: (In alphabetical order of location).
1) List your name & 2) area of location of where you live.
ILLINOIS
WISCONSIN:
check here ---> http://www.facebook.com/groups/364220162181/ for more information on carpools being organized. ^_^
Metra Train Station:
Anyone who will be taking the train as transportation, I will be picking anyone up at the station. I will be giving my cell phone number and a meet-up spot will be given. (Picture will be posted later).
Train Line: Union Pacific/Northwest Line
Train Station Stop: Barrington
Time of arrival at Barrington: 12:18pm
http://metrarail.com/metra/en/home/maps_schedules/metra_system_map/up-nw/schedule.full.html
Time of arrival for drop off: 06:18pm or 08:18pm
Last train of the night: 10:18pm
~What to Bring~
~ A dish of your choose from desserts or main course. I would really appreciate the help of food since I know it will be a big meet-up. Again, if you are financially unable to please don't feel pressured. ^_^
~ Money or items to sell or trade. It is optional to sell or buy or trade, you may come simply for the enjoying others company.
~ Bring a friend, a family member, or a significant other. The more the merrier!
~ YOU! You and your beautiful self.
SIDENOTES:
ALLERGY WARNINGS:
I have a Golden-doodle puppy that does shed.
I do have a cat but is confined to the upper level of the house due to preventing any conflict between her and the puppy. ;)
The house will be cleaned and vacuumed so no one's outfit is ruined by dog hair or any stray cat hair.
UNEXPECTED WEATHER CHANGE PLANS:
If weather becomes unbearably hot or rainy weather happens the event will be hosted indoors.
RSVP:
If you are bringing Swap items please RSVP one week before hand MAY 26th so I can get enough tables.
If you are coming without bringing Swap items, RSVP date is MAY 30th, please include if you are taking the train.
~~~Any questions, comments, advice, concerns please don't hesitate to ask you can message me any time. I will do my best to respond quickly as possible.
*(Gifs are from http://girlygifs.com, all credit goes to their wonderfully cute gifs.)