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Something Old, New, Borrowed, Blue

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Swap Coordinator:Starsnow (contact)
Swap categories: Thrift Store  Random Items  Miscellaneous 
Number of people in swap:11
Location:International
Type:Type 3: Package or craft
Last day to signup/drop:January 23, 2010
Date items must be sent by:February 20, 2010
Number of swap partners:1
Description:

No, I don't have weddings on my mind, Just January doldrums, but always thought this would be a fun Treasure Hunt in a Thrift Shop. You will have ONE PARTNER and will send a package containing 4 items...

OLD...Vintage? Well used wooden spoon that might have a history, book, old style purse..something lacey?....just make sure the item is in decent condition..not trash

NEW...new package of notecards, new candle, seed packets, sometimes my thrift shop carries new merchandise

BORROWED....this may be a toughie but will stir our wintry brains...What would you Borrow? A book? A measuring cup? A scarf?Handkerchief (but don't send a used one!) A serving dish? Play money? Include a brief note explaining your reasoning for this one!

BLUE.....something blue. Sky's the limit here

I am going to give this a bit of time, try to include a note and make it a true SMILE package. It is SENDERS CHOICE but please look at your partners profile for ideas...... I am not setting any money guidelines....just suggest to try to make it a package, small box, not a flat envelope IF you are able..... I think we all could use a "present" after the Holidays.

Thanks for looking , Hope you join in and Have Fun!

You must have a rating of 4.8 to join..and no reported flakes! No Flakes, I don't care if it is Winter..No FLAKES !

Discussion

grimmlynn 01/11/2010 #

Oh, what a cool idea! Thanks for hosting! It is on my watchlist right now. :^)

Starsnow 01/12/2010 #

Thank you! I realize it is close to the other Swaps, but I am antsy....thought maybe others were as well....and could use a boost. Smiles

stacirose 01/14/2010 #

I like this swap idea - I think it's very fresh! :) But, I'm always wary of sender's choice...I wouldn't want to send something to my partner that they would dislike, be offended by, or allergic to and feel the same in return.

If you host this again as a profile surprise type, I'd love to join! :D

Have fun, everyone! Coming up with a new idea is difficult and Starsnow did a wonderful job! :)

Starsnow 01/16/2010 #

Thank you. When ever I see a Senders' Choice I always look at my partners profile to see what their likes and dislikes are....I figured since this was a group Swap we might all think that way. but I understand your point and respect your decision... Maybe next time

grimmlynn 01/21/2010 #

The thing about profile surprises in this type of swap is that you can't be sure you can find everything that will suit your partner. After all, it is a thrift shop, so there is no guarantee about what will be available. And a swap like this that has you searching for four items might be a bit stressful. I always make it a point to check my partner's profile, too, even on sender's choice. At the very least, I try to take dislikes into consideration. I feel certain that since this is a great group of swappers, that will definitely be considered. :-) I just love any excuse to go to the thrift shop. :-)

grimmlynn 01/21/2010 #

Hey, I just realized she left a good amount of time between the sign up and send date, so yeah, I could see that working out as a profile surprise if given plenty of time.

17Papergoddess 01/23/2010 #

whaat a creative concept:) consider doing another? nursery rhyme hunts or famous poems/saying like the one used for this swap would be fun & challenge our creativity :)

Dibrittain 01/23/2010 #

Got to pass on this but sounds fun. I have to pass on Feb. swaps due to work.

Starsnow 01/24/2010 #

Thanks Papergoddess..good idea.and you have my brain clicking..either that or the dog needs his toenails clipped...anyway.. I might scour some stanzas and see what else comes to mind. Have Fun!

Tarabell150 01/24/2010 #

I got one thing today. The first time I went to two thrift stores and couldn't find anything. Probably because I am actually having to look. Good thing I got some time to find the neatest stuff :o) I love the idea for a nursery rhyme hunt. That would be a lot of fun as well.

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