IBOL Guy is a complete idiot.
The 7th is an American holiday. Yes, someone had to actually tell me that – I am that out of tune with the world. And yes, I had to guess and no, I was not successful in guessing (though I did rule out Groundhog Day, Valentine’s Day, and Obamarama Day).
So, yes — get stuff into the mail not later than the 8th if you have to. I, of course, would prefer everything to be in the mail earlier — I’ll sleep better that way. But I know that this will surely be “Binge Shopping for IBOL” weekend and I certainly would not want to damper than in any way, shape or form.
Iraqi Bundles of Love 
September 1, 2009 at 7:12 pm |
PS — I should be up to date answering comments and sending addresses.
Did I miss you? I’m sorry. Try it again — leave me another comment and I’ll send the address as soon as I can.
September 2, 2009 at 6:26 am |
Waiting for address. My DH will be so pleased that I’ll be able to destash and do good at the same time. He may even help!
September 1, 2009 at 7:22 pm |
Not only is the 7th Labor Day, the Post Office (ours, at least) is closed on Saturday the 5th—they obviously Do Not Know.
September 1, 2009 at 7:24 pm |
Please send me the address! I just discovered this wonderful venture, and I’ve already mentally compiled my bundle!
September 1, 2009 at 7:29 pm |
Not an idiot – no way, no how! Labor Day is supposed to be on my oldest son’s birthday weekend (he turns 31 today) – without researching the whole thing, I swear this is the first year it hasn’t happend that way… talk about being confused! Nope – you’re not an idiot!
September 1, 2009 at 7:36 pm |
Would like new address. Mailed three boxes to old IBOL but will hand out new address to girls tomorrow.
Sent a box of toys today to Mother Hubbard
September 1, 2009 at 7:41 pm |
Binge Shopping for IBOL…did someone say BINGE SHOPPING…????
and besides..inside the JoAnn flyer for right now is a 10 percent off your WHOLE (armfuls and armfuls) of stuff for Sept 4 – 7…now we wouldn’t want to miss THAT sale, would we? That’s along with the usual 40 percent off coupon for one bit of not-on-sale yardage (hmmm yes…you CAN buy that whole bolt at 40 percent off….)
September 1, 2009 at 7:57 pm |
What the P.O. is also closed on Saturday?????
I told everyone they had to mail by Saturday because of Labor Day!
September 1, 2009 at 9:49 pm |
I believe that varries from local post office to local post office. My local post offices are not closed Saturday (unless they are always closed on Saturday). There is mail service on Saturday 9/5, according to the US Postal website. So they should be able to drop off (if their lobby has a place for packages) their IBOLs on Saturday even if the office itself is closed, or take the easy way out and schedule the packages to be picked up at their house when their mail is delivered Saturday (has to be ready to mail including postage though).
September 1, 2009 at 8:54 pm |
Hi! May I have the mailing address? Thank you!
September 1, 2009 at 8:59 pm |
Please send address. Just found this site and would love to send a couple of boxes.
September 1, 2009 at 9:34 pm |
Actually these bundles need to be postmarked by Saturday, Sept 5th as Monday Sept 7 is the Labor Day holiday and the Post Office is CLOSED!
Pass the word.
Thanks and good luck with this project. Hope you are innundated. 🙂
September 1, 2009 at 9:46 pm |
The China Marine’s kid needs the new address. Next box should go out tomorrow.
September 1, 2009 at 10:06 pm |
I heard we can make bundles of yarn as well as fabric.
If that’s the case, please send me the address. Would be happy to help.
September 1, 2009 at 10:08 pm |
Would love the new address please! And thank you!
September 1, 2009 at 10:33 pm |
I have my package stuffed but haven’t gotten to the PO yet. Is there a new address? Thank you for what you are doing in addition to your day job.
joan
September 1, 2009 at 10:51 pm |
Somewhere along the way, the address changed — instead of coming to me, it does right to the warehouse direct. I’ll email it to you.
September 1, 2009 at 10:59 pm |
I just found out about this program from another blogger. Please send me the address, I’d love to put a box together!
September 1, 2009 at 11:08 pm |
Wow, what a wonderful thing. I’m one of the ones that someone figured out would be sorry if I didn’t hear about IBOL, just found out today. About a year ago, a friend was helping clean out the home of a lady who was put in a nursing home. His mother is a quilter and he knew to never, ever dispose of fabric. He showed up with a pick up truck full of boxes of fabric. Most is polyester double knit. Think 1970’s leisure suits. I know, “yucky!” but if you think it could be used, I’ll ship some of it, can’t afford to send it all. It’s mostly solid colors. Is there a color that’s best not sent?
Thanks
Leslie
September 1, 2009 at 11:09 pm |
Oops, I forgot to say, I also need the address.
Thanks
Leslie
September 1, 2009 at 11:39 pm |
I would like to participate. Thank you!
September 1, 2009 at 11:54 pm |
Art, I would like to send another bundle. But I have the old address. Please send the new one. I am so impressed by the generosity of people and the magnitude of what you are doing, I get tears in my eyes every time I check the blog. Thank You, thank you, thank you for your service.
September 2, 2009 at 12:17 am |
Trying to spread the word – but little read blog has a link to here for you. 😉
September 2, 2009 at 12:37 am |
I just read your updated posting.
Please email me the NEW address to send my IBOL package. I plan to get it in the mail before the 7th of September!!!
September 2, 2009 at 2:16 am |
I am a member of a quilt guild and we would like to take part in IBOL. Thank you for you work.
September 2, 2009 at 2:17 am |
need address
September 2, 2009 at 4:09 am |
Please forward the APO, I have just sorted out my stash and have plenty of supplies I can pack up in short order. Thank you.
September 2, 2009 at 4:38 am |
Would love to have the address!
September 2, 2009 at 11:50 am |
good morning! i need the new address for another bundle. hope you got the first. thanks!!! (katherine bollinger, lockport, la)
September 2, 2009 at 12:48 pm |
I am on my way out of town for three days but would love to join in on the fun. I will not be able to actually send until Tuesday am….Is that too late? Please send address and I will happily put a box together!
September 2, 2009 at 1:53 pm |
I sent a package off yesterday. It was so heavy, I had to get the husband to take it to the post office. Wonderful project!
September 2, 2009 at 2:26 pm |
I would like to get the new mailing address, please. Thanks! =]
September 2, 2009 at 2:36 pm |
sent: 1 IBOL package, and done before the deadline! Go me! But brain fart at postal counter means IBOL Guy’s name is misspelled on the packing slip. Hope it still gets there safe and sound!
September 2, 2009 at 4:03 pm |
I’ve got some things to put into a bundle – could you send the address? Thanks much for organizing!
September 2, 2009 at 4:25 pm |
Hi,
I just read about this project and would love to send off some amazing fabrics and other supplies from my fabric stash and from my fabric shop. Please send me the address and I will get some bundles in the mail by Friday!!
Thank you for organizing such a wonderful project!!
Sheree
September 2, 2009 at 6:19 pm |
IBOL guy is not an idiot, maybe just sleep deprived! What is the Mother Hubbard thing????
September 2, 2009 at 7:02 pm |
Wow – what a great idea. I’m heading home for the weekend & would love to build a box with my crafty family – please send me the address & we’ll get a box in the mail for you.
September 2, 2009 at 7:33 pm |
I need the updated address, please!
September 2, 2009 at 9:05 pm |
This is a great project, I will be going threw my stash later. I will mail it for the USA and I live close to the border here in Canada!
September 2, 2009 at 9:06 pm |
Great idea! Send me the APO address and a knitting bundle is coming your way.
Thanks.
September 4, 2009 at 3:03 pm |
Please send the address my way too !
September 7, 2009 at 4:34 am |
Please send the address. If I get it on Monday 9/6 I can still pack up a bundle or two and send them 9/7.
Aloha from Hawaii. Thanks for your inspriration!
Aloha, Marcia