Why buy...when you can swap???

I mentioned before that the reason I joined blogger and decided to give blogging a try was because I wanted to join an online swap....well I still have to get to that, but the reason I wanted to give online swapping a try was because I've had  swapping parties(at home) with friends and family and they were truly successful.
I decided to write about this, since I think Its a GREAT thing to do. Not only is it fun, but you get to get rid of stuff you don't need and possibly get stuff you've really been wanting!
The rules for our swap were the following:
1. 10 ppl max
2. Everyone brings the same amount of items( we had 10 each)
3. You are given one peg(with your number or name on it) and you put it on items you want.
4. If more than one person wants the same item, then you put their names into the hat and see who wins it.
5. once you go through the first time, then you go again until all the items are gone!

We made ours a potluck so we had an incredible time swapping, eating and drinking ;D
** Also, if you make things, like I do, this serves a good purpose to basically barder you stuff in exchange for things you like. For instance, the things that I didn't sell I might take to a party to swap.
Another good idea is to do a craft swap...I haven't done this since I don't know many crafters in my area :(

Here is something I plan to take to my next swap!

Its a baby headband...SUPER cute :)