Special Delivery: Share Your Love 2011

Update: Thanks so much to everyone who sent in cards this year! They came from all over – Pasadena to Indonesia. We collected over 3,500 cards and distributed them on Valentine’s Day, and in addition, several Etsy admin volunteered, delivering meals all over the city. It was a day full of love that we are looking forward to repeating next year.

Special thanks to all of these folks who donated cards:

Several members of the EtsyGreetings team, ElvesInTheAttic, NottyPooch, BeeDazzlesGifts, TheArtOfJoy, RWKrafts, CardsByCarlos, RatDogInk, RuralArtist, ThoseThreeWords, atelier22, thedancingoboe, bonbonstreats, VegaVega, welldressedcupcakes, architette, InspiredDesigns4YOU, ThreeCat, nikster1066, cleverthursday, changingclothes, dannabug, MataTimur, seamonkeylab, LovelythingsStudio, TangBabygloriadelossantos, AmberGypsySky, smilelifestyle, geekchicboutique, candacejean, girltuesdayjewelry, A2SeaCreations, janellehaskin, cutiepiecompany, bellamotives, TheCaramelJar, carboncopy, Rawclates, Kenozoik, foreveryouandme, annieWHERE, Dawn2DuskDesign, polkadotmagpie, ScarfChic, astarteearthart, KimsCraftyApple, myvintagecrush, JessMadeThis, sugarcookie, itsolive, jazzmynwillowdesigns, christinehaslet, SoCalKidsConnection, clayshapergallery, ThoseThreeWords, YesterdaysSilhouette, studiopolkadot, TangBaby, SnoValleyGreetings, texterial, katieblairdesigns, FluteTeacher, opendoorstudio, heartandsoulpieces, moxiepress, GreenCleanToys, gingeraledesigns, aileenrae, vintagecountrygirls, Lolailo, CarasScrapNStampArt, cardwear, capitalcitycrafts, BlueRoomBijoux, pzcreations22, RatDogInk, purplegracelane, corrnucopia, honeybeeeeeeeeee, LeahBestDesigns, Lilybellesjewels, mweikel, thebeadgirl, oursecrettreehouse, donebydigits, QueenLondonsCarriage, miniink, NotableInspiration, eightymillion, LovelythingsStudio, weregrrl, Thecookiecouture, michaelagetscrafty, KisforCalligraphy, crazylou, and anyone else I may have missed. Much appreciated!!

 

 

Valentine’s Day is coming up soon, and with it comes an opportunity to extend some love and kindness. You may recall our Special Delivery project from years past, which we’re delighted to say is now an Etsy tradition. We’ll be working with Citymeals-on-Wheels to bring nutritious meals, handmade greeting cards and companionship to elderly New Yorkers.

Sounds great? How do I get involved?

Easy! We need your help to supply the cards. Citymeals-on-Wheels serves over 18,000 people, so we need as many as we can get. There are two ways to do this. The first is (you guessed it) to make your own card. You can also send in a vintage card from your shop. Either way, please fill it out with a nice message. Please craft as many valentines as you would like and send them to us. Before you send them, you can also post photos of your cards in our Special Delivery Flickr group.

We think that crafting is way more fun with friends, so we invite you to throw your own Craft Party in your corner of the world. All you need to do is visit Etsy’s Meetups Everywhere page, join a Special Delivery Meetup where you live, invite your friends and neighbors, make some heartfelt cards and mail them our way. Don’t forget to share photos of your gathering in action too!

If you don’t have time to make cards, you can buy them and have them delivered to us. The deadline for us to receive the cards is Wednesday, February 9, 2011. There are a few other important guidelines for this, so please carefully read the FAQs below.

Ok, then what happens?

Special delivery! We will collect all the cards and bring them to Citymeals-on-Wheels, where each will be delivered with a meal in time for Valentine’s Day. Several of the Etsy Admin will be volunteering at the Citymeals-on-Wheels’ Senior Center’s Valentine’s Day party. We’re going to help decorate, serve meals, and spend quality time with our neighbors.

Is that all?

No, there’s more. Please post photos of your valentines in our Special Delivery Flickr group. Then, post a link to your photos (or to an Etsy item, if you bought or sold one) in the comments below.  Once we’ve received them all, we’ll post a list of all the participants in this article.

Is there anything else?

Yes! Here is a badge that you can download and put in your item listings or on blogs. This is a great way to help spread the word. Here’s the embed code:

<a href=”http://www.etsy.com/storque/article/6871/”><img src=”http://www.etsy.com/storque/media/bunker/2009/01/SDBanner125x125.jpg”></a>

You can also help by donating to Citymeals-on-Wheels or by volunteering or donating to your local organization.

Now stop asking questions, read the FAQs and get crafting! February 9 is closer than you think. Oh, and thank you very much for helping to spread the love. 

FAQ

1. How do I participate in Special Delivery?

There are two ways. Either make or purchase a handmade Valentine’s Day greeting card (or several). Please mail them to:

Etsy
Attn: Adam Brown
55 Washington St.
Suite 512
Brooklyn, NY 11201

2. When do the cards have to arrive at Etsy?

The deadline is Wednesday, February 9, 2011. This is important!

3. Are there any rules about what the cards should look like?

Yes. Please follow these guidelines, otherwise we can’t use your card(s):

  • No glitter! This creates food safety issues.
  • Please make your cards cheerful by using bright colors. You can decorate cards using paint, crayons, markers, pastels, collage or anything else you can think of.
  • Please avoid dark backgrounds and religious symbols.
  • Please write clearly in large print and avoid using the abbreviation “V-day.” Please say, “Valentine’s Day.”
  • You should not give out your address or suggest that the recipients write back to you. Initiating an ongoing correspondence is not appropriate.
  • Please make sure that the cards are appropriate for the intended audience. That is to say, pretend it’s for your sweet sweet grandma, not your snarky, angst-ridden teenage brother.

4. How many cards should I send?

As many as you want!

5. Is this open only to Etsy sellers?

Nope. This is open to anyone who wants to help brighten someone’s day.

6. Can I send vintage cards?

Sure! The more, the merrier.

7. What’s that deadline again?

We need to have all of the cards in our hot little hands by Wednesday, February 9, 2011. Thanks!

Get started with supplies tagged “valentine.”

Search in Paper Goods | Search for Valentine in Holidays | Vintage Valentines

  • funkeyfinds

    funkeyfinds says:

    Aw, what an adorable collection of Valentines! [ha, I am an art teacher and I HATE glitter on projects!] :)

    1 year ago

  • funkeyfinds

    funkeyfinds says:

    p.s. love this...very much paying it forward!

    1 year ago

  • allisonmooney

    allisonmooney says:

    Would love to know if there will be a group getting together in Chicago - I'd like to be a part!

    1 year ago

  • bedbuggs

    bedbuggs says:

    What a great idea! Great card selection! Bound to make them smile!

    1 year ago

  • TwinkleStarCrafts

    TwinkleStarCrafts says:

    What a special project!

    1 year ago

  • theVerdantGarage

    theVerdantGarage says:

    great idea! spread the love!

    1 year ago

  • dandeliondaydreamer

    dandeliondaydreamer says:

    What a sweet idea! Maybe I can organise one in France! Loving the selection of cards! x

    1 year ago

  • gloriadelossantos

    gloriadelossantos says:

    I love Valentine's day, i'm a hopeless romantic, great idea, I will surely send one!

    1 year ago

  • lovelygifts

    lovelygifts says:

    Great idea.

    1 year ago

  • AmberGypsySky

    AmberGypsySky says:

    Oh I'm soo doing this! What a lovely idea :)

    1 year ago

  • ocasiocasa

    ocasiocasa says:

    The shape of a heart is always cheerful...in any language. I love this idea. ~dale

    1 year ago

  • smilelifestyle

    smilelifestyle says:

    Hate glitter, LOVE this! Will definitely send some.

    1 year ago

  • providencevintage

    providencevintage says:

    This is a great idea!

    1 year ago

  • ohbuckets

    ohbuckets says:

    what a neat idea! it's always fun to get a card!

    1 year ago

  • geekchicboutique

    geekchicboutique says:

    What a fantastic idea! I'll be sending you a bunch :)

    1 year ago

  • studiopainters

    studiopainters says:

    beautiful paper art.

    1 year ago

  • candacejean

    candacejean says:

    Cuuuuute! I'm for sure going to try to send in some cards. What a sweet project. I'm wondering: if it is a folded card, do we write a note inside? Just so long as the card says "Happy Valentine's Day"? And do we put the finished card in a sealed envelope and then inside another one for mailing to you? Thank you Etsy. I love also that your card due date is on my birthday. <3

    1 year ago

  • girltuesdayjewelry

    girltuesdayjewelry says:

    I'm going to get crafty with this tonight! What a wonderful idea!

    1 year ago

  • A2SeaCreations

    A2SeaCreations says:

    I would like to donate a couple of my pendants... http://www.etsy.com/listing/23674260/valentines-day-special-i-love-you Is that okay as well?

    1 year ago

  • janellehaskin

    janellehaskin says:

    Aw! This is sooo cute! I better start making some cards! ;)

    1 year ago

  • CrayonHall

    CrayonHall says:

    How wonderful. It's such a great representation of the holiday to give in such a loving spirt. Fantastic project!

    1 year ago

  • RomanceCatsAndWhimsy

    RomanceCatsAndWhimsy says:

    What a great idea! Now the question is - vintage or handmade?

    1 year ago

  • SimpleJoysPaperie

    SimpleJoysPaperie says:

    This is wonderful! xoxo

    1 year ago

  • JudiPaintedit

    JudiPaintedit says:

    So sweet!

    1 year ago

  • NordicbeadsSupplies

    NordicbeadsSupplies says:

    Great idea!

    1 year ago

  • candacejean

    candacejean says:

    I just thoroughly re-read and think I answered my question about folded cards and mailing. I'm still curious though if we should seal the envelope of each card we send to you, of if you need to open them first? I'm excited to be a part of this project! Everybody loves a piece of tangible mail. And Valentines are THE best.

    1 year ago

  • TheIDconnection

    TheIDconnection says:

    This is super duper! Thanks for a great article. Monica TheIDConnection

    1 year ago

  • remodernseries

    remodernseries says:

    this is cool! :D

    1 year ago

  • thelittlemarket

    thelittlemarket says:

    How sweet! Such a wonderful project!!

    1 year ago

  • cutiepiecompany

    cutiepiecompany says:

    Awesome! Can't wait to get started. Citymeals is such a wonderful organization!

    1 year ago

  • bellamotives

    bellamotives says:

    This is great! I'll be sending some of my handmade cards & have spread the word to MailArt365 participants too!!

    1 year ago

  • shop1848

    shop1848 says:

    What a wonderful idea!

    1 year ago

  • ohbabydotcom

    ohbabydotcom says:

    How wonderful :)

    1 year ago

  • TheCaramelJar

    TheCaramelJar says:

    Love it!!! I have tons done already for our caramels!

    1 year ago

  • accentonvintage

    accentonvintage says:

    What a great project!

    1 year ago

  • carboncopy

    carboncopy says:

    I would love to help out the Portland crew! Let's do this PDX!

    1 year ago

  • Rawclates

    Rawclates says:

    What a sweet little service we can do :)

    1 year ago

  • Kenozoik

    Kenozoik says:

    Fabulous idea I'm sending some of mines:)

    1 year ago

  • TheVinylChalkboard

    TheVinylChalkboard says:

    This is a Wonderful idea!

    1 year ago

  • foreveryouandme

    foreveryouandme says:

    Wonderful idea! I am getting right to work! Together we can make the world a better place!

    1 year ago

  • annieWHERE

    annieWHERE says:

    What a beautiful way to share some loving kindness :) Very excited to supply some of my cards!

    1 year ago

  • StudioCybele

    StudioCybele says:

    Love this! Just gorgeous!

    1 year ago

  • Dawn2DuskDesign

    Dawn2DuskDesign says:

    My kids love making cards. I think I will get them involved. They will love to do this. Great idea.

    1 year ago

  • polkadotmagpie

    polkadotmagpie says:

    Beautiful idea. Will make a valentine!

    1 year ago

  • HouseOfMoss

    HouseOfMoss says:

    Such a kind idea! Valentines Day isn't just for lovers! :)

    1 year ago

  • amberike

    amberike says:

    Love the screen printed and ribcage card!

    1 year ago

  • ChocolateStarShop

    ChocolateStarShop says:

    Wonderful idea, and a great way to spread love and spend time creating with your friends!

    1 year ago

  • ScarfChic

    ScarfChic says:

    I grow to love Etsy more each day, and this is such a beautiful gesture to seniors to spread the LOVE. I make/sell crochet hearts on Etsy, so will be putting them on notecards to send in! Can't wait to get started. <3

    1 year ago

  • astarteearthart

    astarteearthart says:

    What a beautiful way to give back to the community, I can't wait to put together my card-making party!

    1 year ago

  • WhisperingOak

    WhisperingOak says:

    What a great idea

    1 year ago

  • KimsCraftyApple

    KimsCraftyApple says:

    this is so fun! I had my girls help me make some cards last year - we'll have to do it again :)

    1 year ago

  • frommylifetoyours

    frommylifetoyours says:

    This is a great idea.

    1 year ago

  • inkadinkadoodle

    inkadinkadoodle says:

    Great idea to spread the love!

    1 year ago

  • LavenderField

    LavenderField says:

    I love that knitted heart!

    1 year ago

  • AMSkrafts

    AMSkrafts says:

    Such sweet valentine's items! I especially like the Valentine notecards.

    1 year ago

  • daydreamjewels

    daydreamjewels says:

    Lovely Project <3

    1 year ago

  • Nikifashion

    Nikifashion says:

    Nice woek!

    1 year ago

  • MariaLaBonita

    MariaLaBonita says:

    Great project and great ideas!

    1 year ago

  • JansCreativeWhimsy

    JansCreativeWhimsy says:

    Perfect,what a fun way to show love for those that need it the most!

    1 year ago

  • myvintagecrush

    myvintagecrush says:

    How fun! I may have to get crafting :)

    1 year ago

  • trinityrocks

    trinityrocks says:

    Wicked nice!

    1 year ago

  • JessMadeThis

    JessMadeThis says:

    Sounds like fun! I'll make a few!

    1 year ago

  • LittleWrenPottery

    LittleWrenPottery says:

    Such a cute idea, nothing like spreading the love

    1 year ago

  • sugarcookie

    sugarcookie says:

    What a great project. I can't wait to get making and send mine in to Etsy!

    1 year ago

  • beliz82

    beliz82 says:

    Great ideas !!!

    1 year ago

  • Earmark

    Earmark says:

    this is so neat!

    1 year ago

  • evihan

    evihan says:

    wonderful project

    1 year ago

  • TheLittleRagamuffin

    TheLittleRagamuffin says:

    What a wonderful idea! I feel a craft night coming on...

    1 year ago

  • itsolive

    itsolive says:

    this is such a lovely idea! I will most definitely send some in!!

    1 year ago

  • Indounik

    Indounik says:

    Big ♥ to you for this lovely gesture!

    1 year ago

  • jazzmynwillowdesigns

    jazzmynwillowdesigns says:

    Love this idea. I will get started asap!

    1 year ago

  • asundrynotion

    asundrynotion says:

    Share the love!

    1 year ago

  • TheMillineryShop

    TheMillineryShop says:

    very sweet

    1 year ago

  • christinehaslet

    christinehaslet says:

    very cool, i'll get right on it.

    1 year ago

  • JanJat

    JanJat says:

    Lovely idea!

    1 year ago

  • SoCalKidsConnection

    SoCalKidsConnection says:

    Love it! I'm excited to participate.

    1 year ago

  • akaCINDERS

    akaCINDERS says:

    Fantastic Idea! Way to share the love

    1 year ago

  • samsstuff

    samsstuff says:

    This is a great idea! I hope we cam get a group together here :)

    1 year ago

  • butterflieskiss

    butterflieskiss says:

    these are great ♥

    1 year ago

  • TheArtOfJoy

    TheArtOfJoy says:

    Sent my stuff :)

    1 year ago

  • clayshapergallery

    clayshapergallery says:

    I am on it!

    1 year ago

  • ThoseThreeWords

    ThoseThreeWords says:

    I'll be making one! And already shared this article on Facebook! Doing my small part to help make this community project a huge success!

    1 year ago

  • Bumbleweedz

    Bumbleweedz says:

    love this

    1 year ago

  • xoazuree

    xoazuree says:

    I LOVE this idea. If anyone wants to send some cards but doesn't have time to make them, please feel free to use the coupon code "xoheart" in my shop to receive 20% off of my valentines day cards!

    1 year ago

  • kmariedesignz

    kmariedesignz says:

    Love this project!

    1 year ago

  • YesterdaysSilhouette

    YesterdaysSilhouette says:

    I am so down! I do work as a freelance journalist and just covered a story where volunteers went and made valentines with elderly residents for MLK Day, and let me tell you, it meant the world to the seniors! It's a great, simple way to spread joy with people who don't have anyone to share this holiday with! Thank you, Etsy! xoxo

    1 year ago

  • NottyPooch

    NottyPooch says:

    I share @candacejean's question. Would like to know too! :D

    1 year ago

  • KiahDesign

    KiahDesign says:

    what a great idea! Sorry, I came to it so late as not enough time for making and delivery from Australia!

    1 year ago

  • spoonringheaven

    spoonringheaven says:

    Hey I know of a fantastic Valentine's day present. An antique spoon ring, hand crafted from an antique spoon handle! Find them in my shop, http://www.spoonringheaven.etsy.com

    1 year ago

  • strangeinstereo

    strangeinstereo says:

    what a sweet idea. and good call on the abbreviated "V-day" - i'm sure a few seniors would have gotten confused and associated that to WWII.

    1 year ago

  • studiopolkadot

    studiopolkadot says:

    Is it okay to send Valentine's made by children? My kids and I have made Valentine's for a local nursing home in the past and they would love to make more and send them for this.

    1 year ago

  • EmilyWiserJewelry

    EmilyWiserJewelry says:

    A wonderful idea

    1 year ago

  • ThreeCat

    ThreeCat says:

    Hi! The badge link goes to last year's article. :)

    1 year ago

  • julieinchargeAdmin

    julieincharge says:

    @candacejean -- You can seal the valentine envelope or not, it's up to you. No big deal either way. @studiopolkadot Yes, cards made by kids are welcome. @allisonmooney I encourage you to take the reigns and get a meet-up going in Chicaggo! http://www.meetup.com/etsy/Chicago-IL/

    1 year ago

  • TangBaby

    TangBaby says:

    I missed this last year, I'm so happy to have caught the article this year! hoorraaay!

    1 year ago

  • SnoValleyGreetings

    SnoValleyGreetings says:

    This is such a great thing to be a part of. I am going to be mailing a package out with my own donations. If anyone would like to purchase from my shop I will include that card in my package, refund the shipping charges, and acknowledge you on blog. Read my shop announcement for details. :) Happy crafting everyone!

    1 year ago

  • texterial

    texterial says:

    Absolutely love this idea. I'm already planning a Valentine-Making Drop In at my house after work. Champagne,conversation hearts, and crafting taste great together.

    1 year ago

  • katieblairdesigns

    katieblairdesigns says:

    What a great project - and thanks for including my card set in the images. :)

    1 year ago

  • SparklingMKDesigns

    SparklingMKDesigns says:

    What a wonderful way to spread LOVE! Awesome!

    1 year ago

  • FluteTeacher

    FluteTeacher says:

    Yea! I love this tradition! I'm going to get my flute and piano students in on it this year! :)

    1 year ago

  • jodieflowers

    jodieflowers says:

    what an awesome idea! So sweet. I love Valentine's Day!

    1 year ago

  • opendoorstudio

    opendoorstudio says:

    Adam, so glad to know you are keeping up this tradition! was glad to send my Valentines last year to City Meals ! great program!

    1 year ago

  • heartandsoulpieces

    heartandsoulpieces says:

    Cards are drying now! Will send them out this week! Such a great idea :)

    1 year ago

  • sparkleandstorm

    sparkleandstorm says:

    What a great program! I work in a nursing home and I KNOW the elderly love to get a card :)

    1 year ago

  • moxiepress

    moxiepress says:

    Thanks for featuring my cards along with such an AMAZING project! I'm going to be printing some up for this for sure!

    1 year ago

  • crochetgal

    crochetgal says:

    A great way to spread the love!

    1 year ago

  • OliveLongstocking

    OliveLongstocking says:

    Lovely idea!

    1 year ago

  • blessedvintage

    blessedvintage says:

    great idea

    1 year ago

  • valeriephoto

    valeriephoto says:

    It's really nice to see that Etsy is keeping the holiday spirit of giving alive, even after the traditional forget-about-those-less-fortunate cut-off of Christmas.

    1 year ago

  • GreenCleanToys

    GreenCleanToys says:

    V-Day is one of my FAVE holidays! Love this idea! We'll get right to work!

    1 year ago

  • Paper2Roses

    Paper2Roses says:

    Fantastic Idea!

    1 year ago

  • gingeraledesigns

    gingeraledesigns says:

    great idea and reminder! i love that elephant card :)

    1 year ago

  • aileenrae

    aileenrae says:

    I'm glad I found this. Just in enough time to make some cards and send them in. I think I'll get the kids involved with this project starting today!

    1 year ago

  • AlisaBrides

    AlisaBrides says:

    Thanks for the great idea!

    1 year ago

  • AnnTig

    AnnTig says:

    Wonderful idea!

    1 year ago

  • bintangplasa

    bintangplasa says:

    very special gift... I like it

    1 year ago

  • supermompenny

    supermompenny says:

    Love the idea!!! Everyone deserves to be remembered, especially those that made us what we are today.

    1 year ago

  • vintagecountrygirls

    vintagecountrygirls says:

    i love this. my mom who has over 30 grandchildren often forgets our birthdays but never forgets to send each of us a card on valentines day to remind us she loves us. all the girls will be sending some along!

    1 year ago

  • vintagecountrygirls

    vintagecountrygirls says:

    i love this. my mom who has over 30 grandchildren often forgets our birthdays but never forgets to send each of us a card on valentines day to remind us she loves us. all the girls will be sending some along!

    1 year ago

  • Lolailo

    Lolailo says:

    This is such an awesome thing. I am sending you some cards. I shared this with my Etsy team, and i am also tweeting. I hope when I'm old and feeble I'll receive a cute Valentine too.

    1 year ago

  • CarasScrapNStampArt

    CarasScrapNStampArt says:

    Love this project! I make the Valentines for Citymeals with my 2 sons. If you aren't a cardmaker, you can purchase 3 mini cards and I'll ship them to Etsy for free. http://www.etsy.com/listing/39329096/etsy-special-delivery-for-citymeals-on

    1 year ago

  • OrotSavyon

    OrotSavyon says:

    great idea. help for the needed is always welcomed

    1 year ago

  • cardwear

    cardwear says:

    Thanks for continuing this great tradition, Etsy! I love participating every year. If you are unable to make valentines and would like to participate, I will be sending a package again this year. For every valentine purchased from me for Citymeals-on-Wheels, I will double your donation on your behalf. http://www.etsy.com/shop/cardwear?section_id=7177434

    1 year ago

  • capitalcitycrafts

    capitalcitycrafts says:

    this is such a wonderful project! I'll have to make time to help out!

    1 year ago

  • ippuku

    ippuku says:

    How lovely!

    1 year ago

  • BlueRoomBijoux

    BlueRoomBijoux says:

    Sweet!! What a nice way to spread some love!! I'll try to participate!

    1 year ago

  • VanessaAdmin

    Vanessa says:

    I delivered cards with the Etsy group before and it is so fun! http://www.flickr.com/photos/etsylabs/3290881183/

    1 year ago

  • pzcreations22

    pzcreations22 says:

    Just starting on my cards!

    1 year ago

  • DolineBlochDesigns

    DolineBlochDesigns says:

    Love hearts :)

    1 year ago

  • RatDogInk

    RatDogInk says:

    what a sweet project! I just sent my cards in today :)

    1 year ago

  • girliepains

    girliepains says:

    Wish i could've attended!

    1 year ago

  • audreytolove

    audreytolove says:

    Great idea! Lovely.

    1 year ago

  • purplegracelane

    purplegracelane says:

    Are we supposed to sign them? I know we are supposed to write a message in large print, but do we sign our name? first name only? (I ask because I've donated to other drives where they did not want them signed.)

    1 year ago

  • rosivintage

    rosivintage says:

    What a lovely idea! Love

    1 year ago

  • eliteartisans

    eliteartisans says:

    Is there a group in Atlanta? What a great idea!

    1 year ago

  • corrnucopia

    corrnucopia says:

    My daughter and I had so much making these last year. Hope to do it again!

    1 year ago

  • honeybeeeeeeeeee

    honeybeeeeeeeeee says:

    just finished making about 12 cards with homemade envelopes, as well :) Plan to send them out on Monday (I still have to write in them) :)

    1 year ago

  • namasteyworld

    namasteyworld says:

    This is a great post... thank you for sharing...

    1 year ago

  • sugarcookie

    sugarcookie says:

    I am sending mine in today! This was really fun to make!

    1 year ago

  • quiltartfabric

    quiltartfabric says:

    great idea!

    1 year ago

  • LaineyDid

    LaineyDid says:

    Happy to participate :)

    1 year ago

  • welldressedcupcakes

    welldressedcupcakes says:

    Thanks so much for doing this. Love to participate!

    1 year ago

  • architette

    architette says:

    Will do! :)

    1 year ago

  • LeahBestDesigns

    LeahBestDesigns says:

    This is really sweet I will be contributing I love New Yorkers !!:)

    1 year ago

  • CarasScrapNStampArt

    CarasScrapNStampArt says:

    My kids and I got started today. If you aren't a cardmaker, you can purchase 3 mini cards and I'll ship them to Etsy for free. http://www.etsy.com/listing/39329096/etsy-special-delivery-for-citymeals-on

    1 year ago

  • Lilybellesjewels

    Lilybellesjewels says:

    What a wonderful project. What is the appropriate way to sign these cards? I will definitely send some out.

    1 year ago

  • mweikel

    mweikel says:

    Great idea.....this will be a project to share with my granddaughters. Thanks

    1 year ago

  • thebeadgirl

    thebeadgirl says:

    awesome idea. we homeschool...so this is definitely a family project!

    1 year ago

  • BeaG

    BeaG says:

    A wonderful idea! Tip for next year: start this initiative one or two weeks earlier, so we Etsy members from the rest of the world can participate (for instance: my mail from Belgium to the US takes 5-12 delivery days).

    1 year ago

  • Poverella

    Poverella says:

    such a heart worthy endeavor....love the gift of a hand-written messsage...kudos !

    1 year ago

  • oursecrettreehouse

    oursecrettreehouse says:

    sent out a bunch today! such a great project!

    1 year ago

  • donebydigits

    donebydigits says:

    sent 4 today! I love this project

    1 year ago

  • QueenLondonsCarriage

    QueenLondonsCarriage says:

    OUR HANDMADE VALENTINES MADE FROM THE PAGES OF A RECLAIMED FORGOTTEN VINTAGE CHILDRENS BOOK WERE SENT OFF TO NEW YORK TODAY WITH LOVE FROM TULARE CALIF WE ARE ALSO DONATEING VINTAGE FORMALS TO A LOCAL REHAB CONVELESANT HOSPITAL FOR THEIR SWEET HEART VALENTINES FORMAL AND A KING AND QUEEN WILL BE CROWNED

    1 year ago

  • cardwear

    cardwear says:

    I sent two each of these on behalf of Barbara of http://www.etsy.com/shop/capitalcitycrafts : http://www.etsy.com/listing/36819204/happy-valentines-day-sakura-cherry http://www.etsy.com/transaction/42432424 I also sent six from me like these: http://www.etsy.com/listing/66407608/happy-valentines-day-hearts-and-dots

    1 year ago

  • miniink

    miniink says:

    Letterpressed, Done and posted a fortnight ago. Hope you got them ok!

    1 year ago

  • NotableInspiration

    NotableInspiration says:

    Just posted photos of the valentine's I sent! Here are the links! http://bit.ly/fhXaIH http://bit.ly/fGTTZ6 http://bit.ly/gJAFVH http://bit.ly/fI8wgC http://bit.ly/f4Vwiw

    1 year ago

  • eightymillion

    eightymillion says:

    I packed up a handful of vintage valentines and forgot to photo them! Here is a link to the dog ones that I sent also. Didn't forget to scan those! http://www.flickr.com/photos/crazydoglover/

    1 year ago

  • PrettyLoot

    PrettyLoot says:

    Very pretty :-) Unfortunately, I am just now reading this and it's too late to send them now :-(

    1 year ago

  • LovelythingsStudio

    LovelythingsStudio says:

    Just sent 3 handmade Art Greeting Cards to NY. I love this project! XO Here is one...http://www.etsy.com/listing/67278797/handmade-art-greeting-card-kiss

    1 year ago

  • LovelythingsStudio

    LovelythingsStudio says:

    Just sent 3 handmade Art Greeting Cards to NY. I love this project! XO Here is one...http://www.etsy.com/listing/67278797/handmade-art-greeting-card-kiss

    1 year ago

  • LovelythingsStudio

    LovelythingsStudio says:

    Oooops...here it is... http://www.etsy.com/listing/67278797/handmade-art-greeting-card-kiss XO

    1 year ago

  • weregrrl

    weregrrl says:

    My stamping group (the StampGrrlz),my book club, some friends from work, and the inimitable Nona Parry got together in several groupings to make 101 Valentines for this project. Photos of the cards are here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/59298105@N03/sets/72157626006971164/ We had a great time crafting together and 'paying it forward'!

    1 year ago

  • Thecookiecouture

    Thecookiecouture says:

    We sent last week some cards, we are so happy to be part of this lovely cause!!!! Here is a picture http://www.etsy.com/listing/60883729/valentines-cards-by-the-cookie-couture

    1 year ago

  • Thecookiecouture

    Thecookiecouture says:

    I hope you can share some pictures with us on the event!!!!

    1 year ago

  • michaelagetscrafty

    michaelagetscrafty says:

    Such a great cause and so much fun! Happy Valentines from Seattle! http://www.flickr.com/photos/michaela-rose/sets/72157625884180201/ Urban Craft Uprising and EtsyRain Seattle,WA

    1 year ago

  • TangBaby

    TangBaby says:

    great idea, sent some a few days ago: http://www.flickr.com/photos/37928013@N05/5417259310/in/pool-980812@N20 http://www.flickr.com/photos/37928013@N05/5416647029/in/pool-980812@N20/

    1 year ago

  • KisforCalligraphy

    KisforCalligraphy says:

    according to the post office, your special delivery of 41 cards should be in your Etsy office today! Have a great time on Monday and thanks again for organizing such a special event! xo, Katy http://www.flickr.com/photos/kisforcalligraphy/5415179816/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/kisforcalligraphy/5429980387/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/kisforcalligraphy/5430586616/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/kisforcalligraphy/5429980933/

    1 year ago

  • SeasonsGleanings

    SeasonsGleanings says:

    This is such a wonderful idea. I missed it this year, but count me in for next year! Rio

    1 year ago

  • welldressedcupcakes

    welldressedcupcakes says:

    even though I commented awhile ago, thank you Etsy for doing this. What a beautiful day it was to do this!

    1 year ago

  • crazylou

    crazylou says:

    http://www.flickr.com/photos/67129756@N00/5446572145/in/pool-980812@N20 we had so much fun doing this! hope they got to NYC on time!

    1 year ago

  • crazylou

    crazylou says:

    forgot to mention 30 cards were shipped all the way from Melbourne, Australia! hope you like!

    1 year ago

  • GreyHeartOfStone

    GreyHeartOfStone says:

    great idea!

    1 year ago

  • MataTimur

    MataTimur says:

    the embed code for the badge mentioned in this article doesn't refer to this article. but to the "share your love 2010" (?!?) anyway, great to know that our cards has safely delivered to grandmas..:):)

    1 year ago

  • filofashion

    filofashion says:

    Great idea !

    1 year ago

  • Lolailo

    Lolailo says:

    I loved participating in this wonderful event!

    1 year ago

  • CarasScrapNStampArt

    CarasScrapNStampArt says:

    Such a sweet event!!

    1 year ago

  • Loustudio

    Loustudio says:

    Wonderful!

    1 year ago