Everyone in? Sitting comfortably? Good.
So, is anyone up for a Swop? What's a Swap? you say......
Swaps are a great way to share your talents with others and to let others inspire you.

Basically, a swap is an exchange of something you have made, using your special skills and techniques. And you swop it with someone else. Simple! OK, there are a few rules - a sort of swop etiquette - but it's pretty easy really.
I'm going to give this Swop a Christmas theme.
I do hope you're interested - if so just sign up by the 1st September - I'm looking for between 6 and 10 volunteers.
I'll pair you up pretty randomly and send you your swop partner contact details.
You make something using Christmas - or Winter Celebration - as your inspiration and send it to your partner by the 1st October. You can use any materials - metal, felt, paper, wood, fabric, wool, found items, glass..... And any techniques - patchwork, card makings, jewelry, felting, soap making, weaving, painting.......
It's not exact, as it is the love of crafting we are sharing, not a monetary value, but I'm setting a guide of around £10 - £15 on the Swop - that the price you might charge if you were selling it, not the cost of the materials!
And you have to be able to post it, so no huge willow reindeers or king size quilts please - if you usually make big things, think about how you can do a mini version.
And if you want to send me some pictures and a little story of your Swop, I'll feature you and your makes on my blog - and your shop link if you sell your crafts - great publicity for you in time for Christmas.
So are you up for it? If so, comment here or pop over to my Facebook page and send me a message. I'll send you all the details - and I'll give more info in my next blog post too.
I won't say goodbye, as I'm coming on the tour with you. Lots of stops - places to see and people to meet. I'm really looking forward to it. Onwards Bus Driver to our next stop........
Sounds like a fabulous idea, count me in... and great blog! From Kristin @pastelesta x
ReplyDeleteHi there... yep sign me up for the swap please!! Lisa xxx
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Hi there fromGlasspirations - yes please sign me up xox Lovely first blog :-D
ReplyDeleteJust joined in from the Bus Stop Tour - I'd like to join in the swap please, Jo x
ReplyDeleteHiya Pickle Lily - can't seem to be able to email you - can you message me an email address and I'll send you details.
DeleteI would LOVE to join a swop, it´s a great way to see what other people love crafting. And nice post,
ReplyDeleteLove your post Sharon, fantastic start to the Blog Tours!
ReplyDeleteI'd like to sign up for the swap too while I'm here please :)
Joy xx
Well done for being first up with the blog tour. I have joined your blog now and would love to take part, though I live in Ireland (some people don't like to post abroad) xxx
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Fantastic everyone - such enthusiasm. I'm back home at the weekend and I'll gather everyone's details. Gaynor - I'd love to have you on board - Ireland's not too far!
ReplyDeleteHi. Great idea. I hope it's not too late to join the swap. I've wanted to do one for a while.
ReplyDeleteHiya Lilian - not too late at all.
ReplyDeleteMe too - I love a spot of swapping!
ReplyDeleteGill x
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I would love to join the swap! Sounds like so much fun..
ReplyDeletegreat idea count me in looking forward to the tours xh @strombolitwo
ReplyDeleteHello, I too would love to join in on the swap but I live in California. Is that a problem?
ReplyDeleteHi Lilly's Mom (and everyone) - I am planning on sending out a form by this weekend to those who have indicated an interest. One of the questions I will ask is who is willing to post overseas and hopefully we can pair people up accordingly.
ReplyDeleteExciting - there has been lots of interest here and on my FB page.
I didnt get a form ;-(...have I missed it rofl
ReplyDeletejust in case
stitcheranon@yahoo.co.uk xxxx (uk but I live in Ireland rofl)
Hiya all - I've been in France and ran out of time before I left so I didn't get the forms out. Look out for them in the next couple of days. Sharon
ReplyDeleteOk all - we are ready to roll - details via emails or comments been sent to everyone. Please get in touch if you haven't had one. You can also message me on https://www.facebook.com/TheOldButton
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ReplyDeleteHiya fellow crafters - incase you are wondering why I've deleted a couple of comments - they were from holiday tour companies leaving spam backlinks to their websites. X The Old Button.
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