I can't join in the 'for SASBE or SASE ' offers as I can't buy US stamps in Spain, SO, I thought some of you might be interested in sending me unused postage stamps in exchange for seeds. Say one dollar's worth?
I have quite a few flower and veg seeds listed in the trading exchange.LMK if there's anything you'd be interested in in exchange for stamps which I can then use to put on SASES and participate in more offers. Thanks,
Maggi xxxx
CLOSED: Seeds in exchange for US stamps
I'd be happy to help you out. Will look to see what you have and get back to you.
Thanks Stownes. I hope there is something you want.
Maggi xxxx
Would love to hav some columbine, love in a mist, potentilla, and italian parsley. How many stamps would that be?
Does one dollar 50 sound fair for those? That's about what it will cost me in euros to send them to you. BTW, I'm in the addy exchange- are you?
Thanks, Maggi xxxx
Can you mail US stamps from Spain? How would that be different from a SASE? Or are you just collecting stamps? If you are collecting I have many old mint US stamps I can trade as I collect stamps.
I'll check your list.
Later
Dave
Dave, No, I can't mail US stamps from Spain. The idea is to send a SASE with US postage on it inside another envelope with Spanish stamps on it, so that I can participate in those offers where the trader only requires a SASE, not a seed trade. However, I do collect stamps, so would be willing to swap used stamps for seeds too...
Sounds fair to me. Do you want 37 cent stamps or other. Let me know and I'll get them out Monday. I have to stay home today to wait for a delivery scheduled for between 9 and 3 - very convenient. Guess I'll spend the time digging weeds, which seems to be my new hobby.
Oops - yes, I am in the exchange.
Maggi
I would like to have some of your seeds:
Rosemary-Creeping
Viola-Johnny Jump-up
Will be glad to send you stamps in exchange.
If you will tell me what you are looking for I can
also send some seeds.
Cynthia
Cynthia, a one dollar stamp for these two would be just what I need. I'll post you the seeds on Monday. Thanks for trading with me.
Maggi xxxx
Stownes, That's great. I'll send your seeds off on Monday. Thankyou.
Maggi xxxx
PS.The cheapest cost of postage from the US to Spain seems to be 80 cents, judging from trades I've received. So stamps of this value or less would be ideal - whatever is easiest for you. If you only have 37 cent stamps then send 4 of those.
This message was edited Aug 20, 2005 10:02 PM
Maggie, do you know about International Reply Coupons (IRC's)?
Because I am in Australia, the conventional SASE does not work, but I have learned that you can buy an International reply coupon at your post office.
International reply coupons (IRCs) provide a convenient method for you to prepay replies from foreign countries. You can send your correspondent one or more coupons. Your correspondent exchanges the coupon for postage in his or her country. One coupon in the United States is exchangeable in any other participating member country for a stamp or stamps representing the minimum postage required for an unregistered airmail letter. If you are sending something that requires more postage than a standard letter, you should inquire with the appropriate foreign postal administration about how many IRCs will be needed to complete your transaction."
Enquire at your post office. I think you will find the cheme applies in Spain as well and you can send an IRC instead of postage to America, or receive an IRC from America (or anywhere else) in lieu of receiving postage.
They have worked well for me,
Ken
Thanks Ken. I didn't know about these. I'll enquire in my post office on Monday. I still want US stamps though if possible- like that I can send what will hopefully be more than enough postage and if I send too much the trader could return the excess with my seeds.
Maggi
Magi
The Post Office is very close to my office, so I will run by and see if I can get 20 cent stamps for you. No point using more postage than necessary :)
Stownes, you are so considerate I'm overwhelmed. I've just replied to your email BTW.
A BIG thankyou for all your kind help.
Maggi xxxx
Hi Maggi,
I'd love to trade for some of your creeping rosemary and salad leaves-spicy. LMK, thanks!
Diana
Hi Diana. Just send me one dollar in stamps (preferably 5 x 20 cents) and they are yours.
My address is in the addy exchange.
Thanks for trading with me.
Maggi xxxx
I am interested in the creeping rosemary as well. Let me know if you still have any available and I will get some stamps to you.
Anita
Anita, I still have some creeping rosemary and can collect more. Just send me 5 x 20 cent stamps.
Thanks, Maggi xxxx
Maggi - I hope all those are in addition to their SASBE!! Necessity is the mother of invention. Good way to get the US stamps for your future SASEs! Good Luck! ~ Suzi :)
Thanks Suzi. So far so good. I'm probably being thick, but I don't understand when you say 'I hope all those are in addition to their SASBE'. All what?
What sasbe? Sorry to be so dense- it's after midnight here so that's my excuse!
Maggi xxxx
PS. Don't forget to LMK what I can send you in exchange for the hibiscus seeds you're sending me
This message was edited Aug 21, 2005 11:14 PM
Maggi - In addition to... as in, they send you a SASBE for the items you are sending them, plus the stamps for trade, so that you will have some to put on your SASEs for future US trades. ~ Suzi :)
Umm , just one problem with that Suzi - they can't send me a sasbe because they can't put Spanish stamps on them- same problem in reverse! So I'm not expecting to more than cover postage of the seeds I send, but that's OK. My aim is to be able to respond to 'send a sasbe' offers in future.
I hope this makes sense- I don't think I'm explaining very well. I've confused myself now anyway! lol
Maggi xxxx
Stownes, CSmyers, DianaT and Maclaren, I posted your seeds today. I hope they arrive safe and soon. Anybody else want to swap stamps for seeds?
Maggi xxxx
sorgnina let me know if you still need some stamps...
also try this....
https://www.paypal.com/es/
This message was edited Aug 31, 2005 6:57 AM
Sheran,
Thankyou for your post. Yes, I'd still like to swap seeds for stamps if you're interested. BTW, have my zoo-swap seeds arrived yet? I posted them on 22nd August. Thanks again.
Maggi xxxx
You've got D-mail!!
I would love to get some Wallflowers and Brompton Stocks!
Hey all! I was wondering if anyone has heard from Sorgina since 9/3/2005. I was going to send her an envelope of stamps, but am not sure how to address foreign mail. Sent her 3 D-mails, and one today! Haven't heard anything back.
Is she O-kay??? I mean does anyone know if something happened, did she go on vacation or something. I was upset at first, now I'm worried about her!
Sue
Found her. She just hadn't been online in a few days.
I would also be happy to do this! I will check out your list as well...GREAT idea!
JanetS
Hi Maggie,
I would also be happy to help you out with stamps.
I would be interested in the- Columbine, Lavender, Creeping Rosemary & Potentilla.
Let me know how many stamps you would like.
Thanks Mindy
Hairgirl, you have D- mail. I've closed this thread now as thanks to everyone's generosity I have plenty of US stamps to join in the SASBE swaps. Many, many thanks to everyone that helped me.
Maggi xxxx