November Giveaway - enter to win!
Nov 9th 2008 03:38:18 pm
Are you ready for another Swap-bot giveaway? This month I have a very cool tool to send to one lucky winner. It is a Xyron sticker maker! Specifically the Xyron 250 2.5” create-a-sticker™. I use my Xyron to create stickers out of all sorts of things, like photos, ribbons, confetti, etc. You simply run any item through the Xyron and it makes the back sticky! Very cool. The Xyron I have for the giveaway comes filled with 20 feet of permanent adhesive. That will last a very long time, but you can purchase refills at most craft stores. (btw, the Xyron company is in no way sponsoring this giveaway, I just really like the product and wanted to give one away… of course, I wouldn’t turn down a sponsored giveaway if any company is interested. hint, hint.)
To enter the drawing for this giveaway simply comment on this blog post with your answer to the following question:
What is your favorite thing to swap and why?
Each person can only enter once. You must have a Swap-bot account in good standing (not suspended) with a valid mailing address to enter. You must include your Swap-bot username somewhere in your comment. You must comment before Friday, November 21st, to be entered in the drawing. The winner will be drawn out of a hat/bucket by a blindfolded Travis on Saturday, November 22nd. If you have trouble commenting on the blog, you can send me an email at rachel [at] swap-bot.com. Good luck!
Categories: Giveaways
Mary Jenkins on 09 Nov 2008 at 3:54 pm #
Cool giveaway! I like to swap decor items, like pillows, lamp shades,picture frames, etc.
quitecontrary1977@hotmail.com
CarterXchan on 09 Nov 2008 at 4:03 pm #
Hmmm, let’s see . . . I really like to swap mix CDs because it is fun to hear what kinds of great music other people are listening to!
Hell0Z0mbie on 09 Nov 2008 at 4:25 pm #
I love swapping Mix CDs! It’s a fantastic way to learn about new music and share your favorite artists with others.
- Hell0Z0mbie
RobinT on 09 Nov 2008 at 4:56 pm #
My favorite thing to swap are Dotee Dolls. They are created with lots of love, in my opinion. Every one that I’ve made and every one that I’ve received have made me smile. They are a tiny reflection of their creator, too. Nothing like getting sweet little day brightener like a dotee in the mail!
sunnysidey on 09 Nov 2008 at 5:27 pm #
I love swapping handmade postcards so that I can add to my “postcard wall” and learn about other swappers!
SewinScrapper on 09 Nov 2008 at 5:55 pm #
Right now I am having a lot of fun doing matchbox swaps!! They are super fun!!
Mikki on 09 Nov 2008 at 5:58 pm #
I can’t pick one particular thing that I like to swap because I like it all!!! But I guess I do lean more towards the handmade swaps. I love seeing what others can do!
CajunLady
melissa on 09 Nov 2008 at 6:05 pm #
I was just looking at these at Michaels the other day, and told myself I couldn’t afford it.
My favorite things to swap: fabric, dotees, atcs…
melissa/myhalfofthebrain
Chanel on 09 Nov 2008 at 6:12 pm #
Great give-a-way idea!
What is your favorite thing to swap and why?
My favorite thing to swap is any kind of handmade craft. I love giving and getting homemade items. It is like sharing a little piece of my soul with someone and getting a piece of someone else’s soul in return.
pgk on 09 Nov 2008 at 6:12 pm #
My favorite thing to swap is a Row House! It is so addicting to think that you can actually make something about the size of a napkin look so real and beautiful! They are so decorative too!
shinianen on 09 Nov 2008 at 6:22 pm #
My favorite thing to swap is anything hand made as well. I’m always up for trading my hand made stuffies for someone else’s handmade goodies. I already have such a neat and uniquie collection of one of a kind items!
HeideC on 09 Nov 2008 at 6:31 pm #
My favorite swaps are one-on-one swaps. I love looking for items based on what someone has on their profile and finding or making just that special thing that will make them smile. HeideC
Hazelette on 09 Nov 2008 at 6:33 pm #
I like to swap things I can’t get locally. This varies from craft supplies or foreign empherma to chocolate or British fountain pens!
lisajhoney on 09 Nov 2008 at 6:33 pm #
My favourite things to swap are dotee dolls. Its awesome to think that there are lots of little ladies i’ve created hanging up in someones home in different places round the world. Also i have lots of little ladies made out of love. I’ve also learnt different techniques from the different styles i’ve received and starting out with dotees has led me onto new projects to try.
lisajhoney
mrsD on 09 Nov 2008 at 6:49 pm #
I love swapping matchboxes. Altering them is a quick yet satisfying outlet to express your creativity. Filling them is fun & sometimes challenging. I’ve always been a fan of the ‘many little presents inside one present’ theme, ie: pinatas, gift baskets.
LibraLady on 09 Nov 2008 at 6:51 pm #
I love to swap anything! I just love to recieve mail that isn’t a bill! But mainly I suppose are letter/postcard swaps as I love to see where people live and how they live.
LibraLady
SweetClementine on 09 Nov 2008 at 6:54 pm #
I most enjoy swapping local foods and recipes on Swap-bot. It’s so much fun to try different tastes that I would never have the opportunity to try otherwise, and I especially enjoy getting to know more about the people and places. International food swapping is awesome!
~SweetClementine
pennysquisher on 09 Nov 2008 at 6:55 pm #
I like to swap postcards because they are inexpensive and fun to get in the mail.
pennysquisher
Lunaria on 09 Nov 2008 at 7:00 pm #
I love to swap tea and craft supplies.
Elizabeth Stromberg on 09 Nov 2008 at 7:16 pm #
I’m a fanatic postcard swapper. This sticker maker look awesome!
estromberg
ArtsyInsomniac on 09 Nov 2008 at 7:31 pm #
I like to swap handmade items, especially ATC’s and stuffies.
-ArtsyInsomniac
orangeapeel on 09 Nov 2008 at 7:45 pm #
I LOVE swapping matchboxes! Because making them is sooooo much fun! And receiving them is amazing too! It’s like preparing a little lovely box full of surprises for someone, and also getting one for yourself too~
-orangeapeel
quirkydame on 09 Nov 2008 at 7:58 pm #
I love swapping my paintings. Though I’m making my first artsy paper doll and am loving it more than I ever thought I would!
Linda on 09 Nov 2008 at 8:11 pm #
My favorite thing to swap is gluebooks. They are fun to make and receive. And you can use homemade stickers in them, because anything goes in a glue book although I do prefer mine sanitary.
ozrob on 09 Nov 2008 at 8:11 pm #
I love swapping chunky pages. It’s so much fun mass producing identical pages then receiving all different pages back, and binding them into a spectacular book of artworks!
-Robyn :o)
Linda on 09 Nov 2008 at 8:12 pm #
That was LINDA50 with the gluebook thing
Lisa on 09 Nov 2008 at 8:16 pm #
Though I don’t have as much time to swap anymore due to School and Work full-time, my all-time favorite thing to swap is ATC cards. I love making a small piece of artwork that someone can keep and receiving someone’s art as well. I have a rather large collection of ATCs that I have been saving since I first started swapping them in 2005!
Lisa on 09 Nov 2008 at 8:17 pm #
Oops right above this my username on swap-bot is LIREGUDESIGNS
Panda2778 on 09 Nov 2008 at 8:44 pm #
My favorite things to swap are ATCs. I really like the fact that I can make several in a short amount of time and it’s nice to have a collection of cards from so many other talented artists.
Createdbywendy on 09 Nov 2008 at 9:18 pm #
I love making ATC’s!!! I LOVE swaping ATC’s. Because I like sharing my version of what I call art. I like getting ATC’s because I can see what other people consider art. And I learn from every ATC I get.
crescendo on 09 Nov 2008 at 9:23 pm #
I love to swap handmade things because they are so unique, not just something you can buy in a store. I love seeing the artist in everyone come out and be expressed!
Vicki on 09 Nov 2008 at 9:32 pm #
My current favorite thing to swap is shrinky dink items. I love the versatility of the product and the wide range of items I can make with it. Dolls, charms, pins, bookmarks, earrings, rings, magnets, and so much more!!!
VJP
rengawk on 09 Nov 2008 at 9:40 pm #
I love to make handmade goodies as well…especially amigurumi plush! I especially love knowing they are going to a happy home to folks that will love and cherish my work. ^^
AngelaMariex3 on 09 Nov 2008 at 9:46 pm #
I love swapping craft supplies. It’s great. Sometimes your at a store and think “Man, that would work awesome with blahblah” and then it sits in your drawer forever. Then, you turn around and realize you needed something else but spent all your money on the thing you will “eventually use”. Well someone else did the same thing you did. So, now you can swap your supplies and both be happy in the end.
Or another example is: I love Japanese items. It’s hard to get things in the US that are Japanese, Kawaii, etc. But, others either live there or have fairly easy access to it - so why not trade cultural items?
I think trading supplies is great, and don’t know what I’d do if I didn’t have the ability to do so!
mscasanova on 09 Nov 2008 at 9:59 pm #
Its hard to say what my favorite thing to swap is because I go thru “moods” some weeks I feel like swaping matchboxes, then ATC, or profile surprises, Cards, letters. BUT whatever it is Imglad I found this wonderfl site with a community of great people! THANK U R&T!
~mscasanova
Brianne on 09 Nov 2008 at 10:04 pm #
I really like swapping yarn. I think it’s fun to shop for something new that my partner may have not tried before. It’s also fun to receive unique ones or ones that were made locally to my partner.
Brianne on 09 Nov 2008 at 10:05 pm #
I forgot to say that my username on swap-bot is @ladybree.
magicjessnrach on 09 Nov 2008 at 10:19 pm #
Dotees! I get a lot of pleasure and happiness creating these little ladies and I get to share that joy around
Frogglin on 09 Nov 2008 at 10:36 pm #
Well, despite the fact that I MOSTLY swap postcards, I actually most enjoy swapping stuffies. Partly because I love making them, and partly because I’ve added several totally unique frogs to my collection
Also, it’s just fun having them around and knowing someone sat down to make this stuffy just for me! making them is awesome too, picking out fabrics and animals to suit my partner.
*wanders off to look for another stuffie swap*
Daisy on 10 Nov 2008 at 12:01 am #
What is your favorite thing to swap and why?
I’m nearly 30 and my favorite thing is swapping stickers because you can get all sorts of stickerrs in the mail such as **glitter, glow, shiny, 3D, cute, kawaii, HANDMADE, etc** They are also great for many things including crafting, and decorating. Stickers are not just for kids, they are for all ages!!
kittymui
Rosemarie on 10 Nov 2008 at 12:27 am #
I like to swap handmade anything. Right now I just love making Christmas ornaments and sending them off to near and far places of the world.
Why? I get to see ideas that others have created with TLC and it gives my Holiday Tree an international flavor!
~YarnTails~
Rae aka wicked faerie on 10 Nov 2008 at 1:31 am #
Anything to do with paper crafts, especially ATCs and RowHouses!
-wickedfaerie-
clareyfairy on 10 Nov 2008 at 2:02 am #
I love swapping journals, they are such fun to make, and then to read when they come back to you!
- Clareyfairy
Mari Luz Lavado on 10 Nov 2008 at 2:22 am #
My favourite thing to swap is handmade things. I just love the unique feeling of them. Whatever that is handmade, I will sure love it!
Ruthy on 10 Nov 2008 at 3:02 am #
I love swapping handmade items. I love the special feeling of making something having my partner in mind and of course I love to get unique things made by far away crafters having me in mind. Right now I’m completely hooked on dotees!
Smudge on 10 Nov 2008 at 3:53 am #
I love to swap handmade items. I really enjoy cross stitching and enjoy making something for another crafter and seeing what other people make and how they do it. At the moment I am enjoying making christmas decorations for swaps.
Smudge
Drachenfrau on 10 Nov 2008 at 3:53 am #
My favourite swap-thingy would be a shrine. Mostly matchbox-shrines. Love handmade items!
OrigamiGrace on 10 Nov 2008 at 4:06 am #
I like swapping handmade surprises. I love seeing other people’s creativity, interpretation and getting something that’s made for me!
Simone on 10 Nov 2008 at 4:16 am #
List of 100 - its been a gret fun getting to know myself and other people.
Also love the photo swaps.
szreader on 10 Nov 2008 at 4:44 am #
That’s a hard question! I love swapping postcards and teas, but I think my favorite thing to swap is note cards, preferably with a note on the card. But blank note cards are cool to swap, too.
Notecards To Go is my favorite group, largely because **PostMuse** does such a fabulous job of running it (and you can tell that she loves it, too!).
Rhonda Mason on 10 Nov 2008 at 5:16 am #
My favorite things to swap are postcards and stickers. I love getting and sending mail, it so brightens the day! That sticker tool would be great fun! Many happy swaps everyone!
Mojo on 10 Nov 2008 at 6:20 am #
I love to swap ATCs because there are so many different things you can do with them and every one is completely individual. I have received some that inspire me and make me think ‘I would have never thought of doing that!’
- Mojo
Ellen (ellie1200) on 10 Nov 2008 at 6:31 am #
100% my favorite thing to swap is art, any form. I especially love challenges!
Shannon (lov2bcreative) on 10 Nov 2008 at 6:39 am #
I love to swap recipes the most I think! I love to cook & bake
Dawn Scruggs on 10 Nov 2008 at 6:39 am #
I like to swap atc and things that I amke like altered journals.. Altered journals are my thing!!
Mindi4191 on 10 Nov 2008 at 7:01 am #
My favorite thing to swap would have to be key chains. I collect them. Mindi4191
nolagirl on 10 Nov 2008 at 7:08 am #
ATCs. They’re fun to make and inexpensive to mail.
Mamamoose on 10 Nov 2008 at 7:16 am #
I love to swap postcards because they are inexpensive and fabrics because I am a quilter
Thanks for offering this cool give-away!
Mamamoose
Sally Francis (salfra) on 10 Nov 2008 at 7:46 am #
I love one-on-one private swaps! I get to know my partner very well, LOVE to spoil them, and the swap can be as detailed as we want. These also allow a more personalized send date as there are many public swaps I’d like to join but the send date often prevents me from doing so. @salfra
Stephanie on 10 Nov 2008 at 7:53 am #
my favorite things to swap are anything made with polymer clay, and atcs. and polymer clay atcs are even better! i especially love it when my partner has a nice full profile, because then i can usually come up with an idea just for them. that’s the best!
Stephanie
(dreamerkins)
Ceinwyn on 10 Nov 2008 at 8:05 am #
I love to swap anything that can be mailed : handmade items, local foods and beverages, nice surprises, … Since joining swapbot I learned lots of new crafts like matchboxes, ATCs, dottees and I am sure I will discover lots of other great crafting ideas.
stephh on 10 Nov 2008 at 8:37 am #
my favorite things to swap are handmade postcards, especially hand-drawn or painted postcards. i also really love swapping recipes!
stephh
Jennifer pineda on 10 Nov 2008 at 10:38 am #
My favorite things to swap are matchbox’s, scrapbook supplies. i never knew this world existed until i read an article in my local paper. i have been swept away and i have tons of things now that i want to work on and swap. so thank you so very much, i now have a life before swapbot and a life after swapbot. Jen
Elsie on 10 Nov 2008 at 10:51 am #
WOW, I am so glad I found this site! I love to swap those vintage gumball charms from days past, they are like little treasures with their intricate details….also, enjoy swapping directions for craft ideas…so,I am looking for another “charming swapper” and a “crafty swapper” too!
Jenna Z on 10 Nov 2008 at 11:18 am #
I love to build my stash so I LOVE fabric swaps! Scrap swaps, fat quarter swaps, charm square swaps, whatever, all the fabric I can get my hands on!
-Jenna Z.
Terry Franks on 10 Nov 2008 at 12:18 pm #
I love swapping handmade items such as dolls, stuffies, Dotees, Christmas ornaments, tote bags, fabric postcards, etc. I see no point in someone going out and buying me something that I can get for myself a lot faster and cheaper. It is the thrill of opening someone else’s creation that has me hooked on swapping.
By the way, thanks Rachel and Travis for everything you do here!
TerryF
hoppyloo on 10 Nov 2008 at 12:33 pm #
I love to swap thrifted items, reuseable totes for “greener” shopping, and edibles that I cant get here in the UK - especially peanut butter M&Ms!
I love to sew things from rescued fabric.
But, any excuse to meet someone new in the world is good for me!
Becky
Arcadia on 10 Nov 2008 at 12:40 pm #
I think my favorite thing to swap so far has been the matchboxes. It’s pretty weird to think about all the little things that can be put into such a tiny tiny little compartment. I also really liked doing the takeout box swap, which was challenge because you only fit so much into one!
One-on-One swaps are pretty darn rewarding though, you spoil and get spoiled! Plus, you get to know someone really well.
Arcadia, aka dangducks
Loreen on 10 Nov 2008 at 12:47 pm #
I love to swap handmade items! And I have started many new crafts never before tried thanks to Swap-Bot.
Bugtussle
RhondaP on 10 Nov 2008 at 12:51 pm #
Babysitting services!! A night out with my husband and then a night in watching additional children - it’s all good.
I’d love the Xyron machine - my aunt uses hers all the time.
Tiffany on 10 Nov 2008 at 1:30 pm #
My favorite thing to swap is cookies…because I love to eat different yummy cookies especially this time of year.
Thanks
MJ on 10 Nov 2008 at 1:55 pm #
I’m a newbie to swap-bot swapping, although I have swapped and traded on other sites. My favorite thing to swap is papergoods. I love paper, tags, notcards, scrapbooking, all of it!!
Cat on 10 Nov 2008 at 2:09 pm #
I like to swap handmade items, especially stuffies and monsters!
-CatInTheHat
dandelion on 10 Nov 2008 at 2:26 pm #
My favorite thing to swap is anything handmade - postcards, dotees, altered bottlecaps, notecards, matchboxes, etc.! Why? Because 1)I love to see what everyone creates, 2)it’s wonderful to receive a little goodie made just for me, 3)it’s rewarding to create something special for my swap partners and 4)being in a swap helps me to set aside time for crafting. Happy Swappin’! ~dandelion
stitchinwitch on 10 Nov 2008 at 3:29 pm #
I love to swap ATC’s as I have great fun making them and they cost so little. I like swaps where you learn about your partners too
keri Gortz/ Alleycat on 10 Nov 2008 at 4:18 pm #
It is so hard to choose just one thing, I guess lately I’d have to say Dotee dolls. I enjoy making them and they are such a delight to recieve….so obviously made with love, and each has it’s own personality….they truly make a hard day easier.
Barbara on 10 Nov 2008 at 4:22 pm #
My favorite items are postcards.
I am an arm chair traveler and now have pen pals all over the world thanks to swap-bot!
Denise Small on 10 Nov 2008 at 4:55 pm #
My very favorite things to swap are pincushions and needlebooks. They are so easy to make and dont cost a fortune to mail!
niecedenise
VivaLaDiane on 10 Nov 2008 at 4:56 pm #
I’m getting more and more interested in ATC swaps. They’re so similar to ‘decos’ in the pen palling world which I was a part of for many years. I love doing it!!
Leah on 10 Nov 2008 at 5:42 pm #
I just found swap-bot today, so I haven’t officially swapped anything, but I’m SO excited to swap the holiday ornaments and in the future postcards, cards, and just about anything else! I think picture frames would be a great swap too.
~MixedMangos
Gypsy Obermiller on 10 Nov 2008 at 5:52 pm #
I really like swapping anything that can be swapped with my pals on Swap-bot! But if I HAVE to pick just one thing, I think my favorite thing to swap is ATCs! You can see so many different techniques used, and they fit in the palm of your hand! I can collect hundreds of them without taking up a lot of room, and when I send them out, the postage doesn’t break the bank, even if I’m sending overseas!
blessings, Gypsy (cobaltgypsy on swapbot!)
Stacy on 10 Nov 2008 at 6:08 pm #
I have never swapped but it is such a great idea.
Lisa aka ProudNana on 10 Nov 2008 at 6:08 pm #
Right now my favorite things to swap would be art quilties. I have made 2 so far and I love the creativity I can put in to them. I love receiving them to see what techniques were used as I am relatively new to sewing.
kupkake on 10 Nov 2008 at 6:44 pm #
My favorite thing to swap are dotee dolls! No two are ever alike. Each one has a personality of their own and is somehow a reflection of the person who made it. I LOVE them ALL, from the most basic to the detailed intricate dotee. Just looking at a dotee can make you smile. Imagine a whole collection…really brightens ones day!
denise364 on 10 Nov 2008 at 6:48 pm #
Love swapping artwork weather it’s an ATC, shrinky dink, dotee doll, whatever your craft doesnt matter love seeing other peoples artwork. Also love to swap for things I can use in my artwork that I have a hard time finding locally
Theo on 10 Nov 2008 at 8:00 pm #
I love to swap books because I’m a total book worm and I like to see what genre people prefer. thanks for this contest!
hurricanes on 10 Nov 2008 at 8:05 pm #
My favorite thing to swap are kawaii items, its fun to see what you can receive in the mail, I keep all of mine really organized so I enjoy adding to my rather large collection everytime I receive mail! I also love swapping vintage scraps and crafty stuff
bastcrystal on 10 Nov 2008 at 11:03 pm #
My very favorite swaps are ATCs. It’s something that is completely different all of the time. I see so many inspiring ATCs that I have received and come up with my own style. I also like that they are inexpensive and easy to store.
I also like making dotees and matchboxes. Especially challenges. There have been so many themes that I have only duplicated one or two of the themes n the year I have been with Swap-Bot.
Swap-Bot is a GREAT place to have fun and meet new people.
kelley on 10 Nov 2008 at 11:15 pm #
i love swapping zines! it’s such an interesting way to find out about other people and their lives.
i also enjoy postcards - little hello’s can make my day any time!
- (sunrooms)
Marina on 11 Nov 2008 at 12:03 am #
I love ATCs and postcards, but everything else I’ve made and swapped has been fun, too. Would like to get into some paper crafting, because everything I do now is fabric based and SO time consuming. Just did my first matchbox, and it was so cool! Need to make one just like it for myself!
Thanks!
Marina >^..^< (runswithscizzors) GO BEAVERS!!
warlordswife on 11 Nov 2008 at 1:02 am #
I love to swap Dotee’s and handmade cards. I am fairly new to Swap-Bot and have had a great time so far! My friend turned me on to this site and I am loving it!! I do lots of different arts and crafts and sewing; so this fits right into my life!
Thank you!
Mary
lilrawker on 11 Nov 2008 at 2:44 am #
I recently found out about Journal Jars and love that! Other than that I enjoy swapping home made envelopes. They are fun! Oh and scavenger hunts are always enjoyable!
- lilrawker
Hannah (godsrockangel) on 11 Nov 2008 at 2:59 am #
I love stickers! They can be used in hundreds of places and different projects! You can use them for your Grandma’s Birthday card or a new baby card! They are so handy!
Hannah (Godsrockangel is my swapbot name and swapping is my game)
glenda (glendas) on 11 Nov 2008 at 4:38 am #
I love doing profile swaps cause it brings people together and you get to know someone a little bit better who live on the other side of the world.Ive leant so much since joining swap-bot,thank you Glenda. glendas
Selena on 11 Nov 2008 at 5:34 am #
I am thoroughly addicted to tea swaps…I love picking out tea from my massive collection and getting exciting new (often exotic and foreign!) teas in return!
–aneles
Courtenay on 11 Nov 2008 at 5:48 am #
I have just started and have participated in postcard and atc swaps. I love making the atcs but my favorite is the postcards, I love receiving them! Thanks, Courtenay-cwlanc2
CanineGirl on 11 Nov 2008 at 6:48 am #
Really cool giveaway!
I love swap fabrics and handmade items.
Lots of fun with this site.
Debbie on 11 Nov 2008 at 6:58 am #
great giveaway = please enter met
debbie
(quiltluver)
choke/Colleen on 11 Nov 2008 at 7:00 am #
Even though I already have a sticker maker, I still wanted to pop in with my thoughts (I guess if by chance I win, I can always use an extra christmas present for a crafty friend tho eh?) Anyhow, I love to swap for things from other countries for obvious reasons, I have very limited access to them here in the USA. Whether it be postcards, souvenirs, candies, artwork, I love it all! To me it’s such a thrill to receive something (and send) that has seen places and oceans and mountains that I may never possibly see in my lifetime.
Rachel Hillman on 11 Nov 2008 at 7:07 am #
Awesome giveaway, thanks! I go through various swapping phases, but mostly I enjoy a swap that has a little handmade element & also craft supplies involved (like whimsy jars & altered altoid tins). And ANYTHING involving owls
-Rachel
(iheartswaps)
Beth (pointypartyhat) on 11 Nov 2008 at 8:12 am #
My favorite thing to swap on swap-bot is candy. I love to send people things that they can’t find in their region or country and I like trying candy that i can’t get in Wisconsin!
Meagan on 11 Nov 2008 at 10:38 am #
My favorite thing to swaps is international edibles. (Chocolate, candy, mixes, cookies, hot chocolate, more chocolate.) I love trying various beloved sweets from other countries! And since I’m in the USA, I enjoy making other people happy by sending them M&Ms and Hersheys! I also love swapping paper goods, like note cards and small notebooks, especially internationally!
~Krazyquilts
Katherine on 11 Nov 2008 at 11:02 am #
Oh these are so awsome! Soopermonkey wants one so pick my name Travis!
ATC’s or anything altered with rubberstamps and collage are my true swappable loves.
tinybubbly1@hotmail.com
reeva on 11 Nov 2008 at 11:54 am #
i love trading handmade gifts and goods. i also like making food in a jar items to give to family
Jenna on 11 Nov 2008 at 12:04 pm #
My favorite swaps are Charity Swaps.
I get great pleasure sending care packages to soldiers overseas, knitting hats, scarves and the like for orphans or victims of tragedy. Donating small amounts to people in impoverished areas of the world so they can create a small business to put food on the table and school their children. Donating small amounts to fully fund a school project not covered by ever tightening school budgets so children can have pencils, crayons or books. Many of these swaps include sending your swap partner information about the charity you support and why they are important to you and in return learning which charities are important to your partner and why. These accounts are a joy to read and inspirational; learning of the good done by our Swap-Bot community is very uplifting. I believe it is important to remember to spread the swap love beyond ourselves. It takes so little to make a positive change in the world around us. Even a small pebble tossed into a large pond can create long reaching ripples! I want my ripples to be good ones!
Thanks for asking!
amy on 11 Nov 2008 at 12:39 pm #
sounds stupid but I like to swap coupons…because it saves me and the swapper money and we get what we both want and need for ourselves and our family
BARBARA on 11 Nov 2008 at 12:50 pm #
My favorite thing to swap are Artist Trading Cards. On a small canvas, which I think Artist Trading Cards are, you get a window into the world of one or more art forms your partner is involved in or might be trying for the first time. I have a beautiful collection of 300 or more canvases of great artists.
Peace Schuyler on 11 Nov 2008 at 2:21 pm #
Favorite thing to swap?!? I am bad at making decisions! I love to swap everything, love to get mail, love to connect. Today I’ll pick matchboxes because not only are they arty outside, there’s a surprise inside too. :O)
Peacewytch
brokenfaedoll on 11 Nov 2008 at 4:55 pm #
Dotees, matchboxes, atc’s & jewelry. I love anything hand-made, because you can see and feel the love that goes into it.
Carol on 11 Nov 2008 at 6:32 pm #
I love to swap pincushions. They are functional and so diverse!
libertythreads@charter.net
Cassi on 11 Nov 2008 at 7:57 pm #
My Swap-bot name is ScrapCat and I love the groups! Some of my favorite swaps have been for candy and food from international swappers. I am trying some great and wonderful new things!
Thanks so much for a fun place to swap!!!
Jennifer on 11 Nov 2008 at 8:58 pm #
Hi!
My favorite thing to swap would be crochet squares because they are easy and inexpensive yet at the end of the cycle when you put them all together you have a beautiful, handmade, one of a kind afghan from all over the world!
Thanks for making swap-bot so much fun!
“mydnite” or Jen
Marigold on 11 Nov 2008 at 9:49 pm #
My friends and I have a monthly cupcake swap. There’s a theme (usually something impossibly abstract, such as “teenage angst”) and the idea is to push the boundaries of acceptable pastry-making to its very limit. Sometimes there are winners, sometimes there are prizes, but mostly it’s just a heck of a lot of fun. I’d recommend it to anyone.
Nancy on 11 Nov 2008 at 9:55 pm #
Favorite thing to swap??! It’s hard to pick just one, but ephemera [with ATC's a close second]
weeatcrayons on 11 Nov 2008 at 10:28 pm #
I love to swap handmade things, especially random swaps…say like you’re favorite craft. You get such neat things that way!
krambear on 11 Nov 2008 at 10:51 pm #
I love swapping profile surprises, lucky parcels, things that need to be wrapped up all pretty-like
Melisa on 11 Nov 2008 at 11:33 pm #
I am new to swapping, but I’d like to swap handmade cards.
username: melisaomer
Jenny on 12 Nov 2008 at 5:13 am #
I love swapping lucky parcels and profile surprises. I love putting thought and time into putting packages together that I know my partner will love.
Thanks!
Jenny
~Juliuslove28~
HodgePodgew on 12 Nov 2008 at 5:52 am #
I’m new to Swap-bot, so I don’t have a favorite yet. I love homemade greeting cards…maybe it will be my fave.
Amanda
Eddita on 12 Nov 2008 at 6:52 am #
I am very new to Swap-Bot and have really enjoyed signing up for and sending out my swaps. So far, my favorites have been Dotee and ATC swaps.
-AccentsByEddita
Katie on 12 Nov 2008 at 8:41 am #
I love swapping handmade items the most. Because your partner puts a lot of thought and work into them and that means a lot to me. AND you get to see how different people from different places make things differently, it’s very cool. I’m glad I found Swap-Bot.
donnadmb on 12 Nov 2008 at 10:54 am #
My favorite thing to swap is decorated art journals because it lets me get to know my partners and them me! Thanks for the chance to win!
Laura (myrrhmaid) on 12 Nov 2008 at 11:38 am #
I love swapping! If I have to pick a favorite-I’d say QUILTIES! I love making art quilts! They are so little & charming and fit right into an envelope. And it gives proof to the saying-’Good things come in small packages!’
Elaine.W on 12 Nov 2008 at 12:04 pm #
My favourite item to swap would have to be handmade items such as bags or jewley this makes them one of a kind, and the person that recived it would be happy knowing that you took time to create that product.
Best of both Worlds!
Elaine.W on 12 Nov 2008 at 12:06 pm #
Oops i will try agin
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My favourite item to swap would have to be handmade items such as bags or jewley this makes them one of a kind, and the person that recived it would be happy knowing that you took time to create that product.
Best of both Worlds!
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Swap.bot: shampoo22180
Kristin on 12 Nov 2008 at 1:45 pm #
oooh, paper scraps, easily. they are the most inexpensive thing - most crafters have a stash - it’s fairly quick to fill an envelope so you can have several swap partners - and yet, when you receive them in the mail, it’s sheer happiness for a paper crafter! little bits of inspiring paper from other parts of the world, it’s just great.
Kristin on 12 Nov 2008 at 1:45 pm #
stupid me, the username is tisdagsregn!
Janice on 12 Nov 2008 at 3:59 pm #
I love to swap handmade paper. I love the many different textures and designs. I love the fact that most handmade paper comes from materials of the earth. Batiks, rice paper, linens, paper with embedded leaves - it makes my Wolfsister46 head spin. Paper is a miracle and my winning the prize would absolutely be a miracle too!
Janice
Shannon on 12 Nov 2008 at 5:02 pm #
I really enjoy large, themed boxes. The people I’ve been swapping with thus far really take the time and though and effort and make something really amazing!
Shannon (aka silverinsanity)
Heide on 12 Nov 2008 at 6:15 pm #
Oooh, fun giveaway! I love swapping handmade fabric stuff.. I like making sachets and aprons and bags and coasters and little tid-bitty things. Hope I win!!!
Charity on 12 Nov 2008 at 6:28 pm #
My username is Wooleyduck. I love swapping postcards, especially local themed ones or handmade ones where you get to find out about new places and people. It’s a simple and inexpensive way of brightening a day.
Zefaniya on 12 Nov 2008 at 8:20 pm #
My favorite thing to swap is snacks/candy from other countries because it’s cool to see what they enjoy.
Metanoia on 12 Nov 2008 at 8:48 pm #
I joined to hunt out embroidery swaps as I like having a purpose to sew. The postcard swaps also look good. I joined my first swap - a christmas recipe postcard swap!!
lace on 12 Nov 2008 at 10:20 pm #
I love swapping journals and wishlist group
it’s so fun getting to know ppl
Smurf on 12 Nov 2008 at 11:10 pm #
I love swapping postcards, recipes and yarn - and getting to know others in the process.
Courtney on 13 Nov 2008 at 12:45 am #
Even though I mostly swap postcards, I love to swap journals — they’re just a bit more intimate than a regular pen pal letter.
Badwolf
iamred on 13 Nov 2008 at 1:05 am #
i love love love love swapping handmade things and profile surprizes! because of swap-bot i have gotten some really wonderful handmade things that i would have never gotten otherwise =D
swap-bot username: iamred
Petra (also username) on 13 Nov 2008 at 1:07 am #
At first I only swapped items like stationery, but soon after I realized how cool it was to send something made by yourself and get the response what the receiver has thought of it. It´s so much more personal and fun!
Amelia on 13 Nov 2008 at 7:08 am #
Tea and cookies!
kathy(heartsablaze) on 13 Nov 2008 at 7:23 am #
I like to swap envies full of stuff,scrapbook stuff,ephermera,how ever its spelled.You can get all kinds of cool stuff you maybe wouldnt have locally.
heartsablaze
Jex on 13 Nov 2008 at 7:34 am #
I love to swap specially two things:
1. Magnet of other countries, it´s always nice to have a souvenir of different places, it´s a way to travel
2. Handmade Matchboxes. I love decorate them with kawaii stuff ´cuz, who doesn´t like kawaii things?
=)
Suze on 13 Nov 2008 at 8:00 am #
One of my newest favorite things to swap is whimsy jars. I love the anticipation of opening the jar and finding what treasures have been stashed in there. It helps freshen up my art supply with little items from other countries and also allows me to share my stash with others.
Suze
swap-bot id: vintagesuzeq
Cindy (Coffeelatte) on 13 Nov 2008 at 10:54 am #
I really love to swap vintage ephemera. It’s such a thrill to find a vintage treasure trove and pass on something fun to another person. And it’s really exciting to open a package of special pieces that someone has passed on to you!
janel (rockstarjanel) on 13 Nov 2008 at 11:16 am #
My favourite things to swap are the random bags, based on profile likes. It’s like getting a goody bag full of fun things!!!! I love it.
Jane Anne on 13 Nov 2008 at 12:17 pm #
This is my 1st time on your site- I am looking forward to checking it out. My favorite thing to swap? Recipes!
Deluxx on 13 Nov 2008 at 12:50 pm #
I love swapping ATCs, because it’s an inexpensive way to have a huge collection of original art! And I learn so much from them. I also love scavenger hunt swaps (although sometimes I go crazy trying to finish them!).
Deluxx
Sabrina on 13 Nov 2008 at 12:55 pm #
My favorite swaps are any etsy-related swaps! I am a total etsy addict! I love buying handmade and supporting crafters all over the world & receiving awesome items at the same time! I also love zine swaps because I can never get enough ZINES!
-Sabrina (dimanche)
Sebastian on 13 Nov 2008 at 1:02 pm #
My favorite thing to swap is candy and stuff like that since you don’t have to work on anything (since I’m not so crafty), just go to the mall and buy it, then send it. Fun, easy and doesn’t take up so much of your time.
- Sebastian (Sebbe at Swap-bot)
telizas on 13 Nov 2008 at 2:04 pm #
My favorite swaps are handmade items like amigurumi, knitted and crocheted things and yarn. I’m slowly amassing a collection of little yarn critters.
voodooninja on 13 Nov 2008 at 4:12 pm #
voodooninja here. I love swapping ATC’s because I enjoy making them and seeing what other people come up with.
Lin on 13 Nov 2008 at 4:40 pm #
I adore swapping anything that has a vintage Paris theme ~ ATC’s, note cards,postcards………………
Kelli on 13 Nov 2008 at 7:06 pm #
I am absolutely addicted to swapping Fat Quarters. It is great to see the different fabrics everyone picks out!
~jmommy08
Carolyn S on 13 Nov 2008 at 7:50 pm #
I love to swap Artist Trading Cards. It’s amazing how much you can get on one of those little cards and the artwork is awesome. thanks for sharing
carolyn s
ceashark at aol dot com
Manjigirl on 14 Nov 2008 at 3:09 am #
Chunky pages are for me. They are big enough that the maker has to put some thought into them and when they arrive it is just the beginning of the next project. I love creating pages to match what I have been sent and then making a wonderful book out of them that I can browse through time and again for inspiration.
Cookey on 14 Nov 2008 at 3:49 am #
I love to use this site because I enjoy making things to give away.
Cookey
Michelle on 14 Nov 2008 at 4:29 am #
I like swapping filled notebooks with all different kinds of things!! You get to know alot about another person by doing these!!
mustxbexfate
Ang73 on 14 Nov 2008 at 7:28 am #
I like to swap matchboxes mainly as well as stuffies.I like matchboxes cause ther are so many ideas that there are never too matchboxes sent or recieved that look identical.Why stuffies?Because I’m like a big kid and love to recieve toys.
Aubrey Probst on 14 Nov 2008 at 8:58 am #
I love swapping ATCs. It’s so relaxing to sit and make them. Helps me de-stress. And I love receiving others and seeing what they come up with. Totally inspiring!
-Aubrey (aubreyrae)
Zia on 14 Nov 2008 at 9:20 am #
Oh gosh, I have to pick just one? Stickers, then. People have sent me such wonderful stickers! (And I hope the folks I send to like what they get as well!)
Swap-bot name is Zia
jenuwhiner on 14 Nov 2008 at 11:09 am #
So far I think my favorite swaps are just the random ones. You never know what you are going to get and that makes for a good surprise.
jenuwhiner
Ronda on 14 Nov 2008 at 1:24 pm #
I like anything handmade, that can be swapped.
messeis
kelly womack on 14 Nov 2008 at 1:43 pm #
i love to swap anything that requires me to read my partners profile and create something for them.
Emily on 14 Nov 2008 at 2:28 pm #
I love swapping vintage finds, handmade cards, & cloth diapers! I’ve been needing a Xyron machine just haven’t had the time to get one with Christmas around the corner! This would be a great Christmas present, to me!;-) Thanks for the giveaway!
Rachel on 14 Nov 2008 at 2:35 pm #
My favorite swap is fabric. The reason is that I like getting new fabrics to use in my projects.
Laura on 14 Nov 2008 at 3:43 pm #
I’m Kaypendragon on Swapbot and my favorite swap category is challenges! I like swapping new and interesting things.
deanna on 14 Nov 2008 at 5:02 pm #
I look forward to Christmas time every year to swap blank Christmas Cards on swao-bot. I love Christmas and getting unique cards from all over the US (sometimes international) makes it even better!
Username: dddd89
user5719 on 14 Nov 2008 at 6:34 pm #
I have one word…FABRIC….it’s got to be the best thing to get in a swap. I do love books and recipes, but I adore fabric. It’s a universal need in all my crafts. Trish (User5719)
kaiwiopele on 15 Nov 2008 at 6:55 am #
I love to swap letters. I like to see how other people’s handwriting looks and hear about their lives. Craft wise I’m getting into Chunky books and those are fun to swap as well.
Kaiwiopele
marlz on 15 Nov 2008 at 2:08 pm #
i really like swapping handmade items. like Atcs and softies. you can always tell what the artist is like from the works that they do. and i like lucky parcels too! because you get a few surprises from one theme! so it’s always fun to swap those.
marlz
Denise Daniel on 15 Nov 2008 at 3:29 pm #
It’s hard to think of just one favorite thing to swap. I guess it would have to be ATCs. I love seeing what others create and it gives me the opportunity to share myself with others who “understand”! I’ve just started with chunky books and am loving ‘em.
Keti on 15 Nov 2008 at 4:15 pm #
My name here is Keti and I love swapping knitted things; altered art (books, journals, tins); candles; and journals.
Beverly on 15 Nov 2008 at 6:21 pm #
I love to swap postcards, because they are within my limited budget, but still can convey so much about where they are from. When I can afford it, I love yarn or fiber swaps.
Lisa M on 15 Nov 2008 at 7:26 pm #
I love swapping handmade things, mostly decorated comp books and journals. I love that they’re pretty, but also useful! Thanks for this give-away, what a nice prize.
“euphoria”
Connie on 16 Nov 2008 at 12:00 am #
Hi! I’m new to Swap-Bot. I love trading homemade postcards. It’s fun to see what others come up with and how they express themselves. I was just in my first profile surprise swap and that was great fun, too. I enjoyed finding things to match my partner’s preferences and it was a total surprise seeing what my partner sent me! I’m very interested in zines and can’t find any here where I live, so they’re something I think I’d like to explore in the future, too. Thanks for the site & the contest. I’m AprilShowers.
Ann on 16 Nov 2008 at 3:35 am #
I love trading handmade felt and fabric items - stuffies, tree ornaments, gnomes, ATCs - anything that takes a bit more time to create and that has a textural element to it.
Also have enjoyed creating ATCs on Swap-Bot, and am constantly inspired by the creativity of the people I’ve traded with…it’s been so much since I joined in May.
My Swap-Bot ID is freespirit66. Thanks for entering me in the contest!
GeorgeBee on 16 Nov 2008 at 6:41 am #
My favourite thing to swap is ATCs because they are diverse and aren’t something you can pop down the shops to buy!!!
Marisadawn on 16 Nov 2008 at 12:43 pm #
I’m new but love to swap anything that is made specifically for your partner. I like the idea of tailoring something to their likes and favorites! ~marisadawn
Camilla on 16 Nov 2008 at 3:34 pm #
My favourite thing to swap is zines, because swapping zines means i’ve got to create new ones- which makes me more productive all round and focuses my energies into art. My swap bot id is: madebymilla
csparky61 on 16 Nov 2008 at 6:20 pm #
I am a newbie and have not yet received my first swap but I amm looking forward to meeting and swapping with new people from near and far. I would love to try my hand at making ATC’s , I am a scrapbooker but some of the cards I have seen are so beautiful, I don’t think I could even come close.
Mirandack on 16 Nov 2008 at 6:35 pm #
Too many things to choose from. I suppose I would have to say Dotees. I discovered them on Swap-bot not too long ago and am completely hooked. I really like learning different crafts and sharing mine with others. ~Mirandack
Danyelle on 16 Nov 2008 at 6:41 pm #
Awesome giveaway!
My favorite things to swap are either note cards or fabric.
-mrscp
Becki on 17 Nov 2008 at 5:18 am #
My favorite thing to swap is quilt block squares.
Thanks for the chance to win. 
Why? Because I love receiving a finished block from someone else and see their color combinations, the way the block was done, and the best part, I love getting a bio from the swapper & when the blocks come together to make a quilt, I know this ‘one’ came from from a stay at home mom in Michigan, this one is from a grandma in Florida, etc. It makes it so much more than just a swap. Also part of the why, is I LOVE creating something for someone else. It just has a special meaning and I always look forward to hearing their response.
Courtney on 17 Nov 2008 at 5:22 am #
I enjoy swapping handmade items. Swapping really encouraged me to take on and stick with some crafting.
Nicole "TeaNi" on 17 Nov 2008 at 10:10 am #
It changes for me from month to month, but right now I am really enjoying swapping Lucky Parcels- it’s just so fun to send and receive fun little packages:) ~”TeaNi”
classychica aka Toria on 17 Nov 2008 at 10:15 am #
My favorite thing to swap is thongs hehehe …No just Kidding I love to swapping handmade items, fabric and glitter.
Jen on 17 Nov 2008 at 10:21 am #
My favorites are dotees
They are so fun!!
id: gryffindorjen
liz malone aka lizm on 17 Nov 2008 at 12:13 pm #
i love swapping atcs,any medium or technique,i adore these little works of art
Sharon on 17 Nov 2008 at 12:40 pm #
I love to swap mix CDs (have learned about some GREAT music from swapping) and dotee dolls.
My user id is: scuslidge
Thanks!
May on 17 Nov 2008 at 12:47 pm #
Hi! I’m varuna! My favorite thing to swap is definitely ATC’s. I love to see all little tiny works of art, and have received some really awesome ones! YaY for ATC’s!
craftaddict02 on 17 Nov 2008 at 1:23 pm #
My favorite thing is actually 2 things and that’s ATCs and ideas. The friendships made is a super extra bonus!!!
Swapbot user name: craftaddict02
Thanx for the fun lil give away and great website.
diddldonna on 17 Nov 2008 at 1:50 pm #
I love swapping everything at swap-bot but my favourite is swap different types of candy with members worldwide
I am diddldonna on swapbot
Jen H on 17 Nov 2008 at 4:29 pm #
My favorite thing to swap would be fabric Fat Quarters! They are inexpensive to ship and I love building up my collection, and seeing what fabrics other people are drawn too!
I am whiteway on Spotbot!
Renee Bowyer on 17 Nov 2008 at 5:18 pm #
I think my favorite item to swap is handmade items. Storebought just isn’t as much fun to give or receive, although snacks and candies are a really close second.
Sara on 17 Nov 2008 at 5:47 pm #
I am konstantine728 on swap bot, and I think the best thing to swap on here are long handwritten letters! Snuggling down in a chair with a drink and a bunch of long letters to read is something I always enjoy doing. Knowing my partners took the time out of their busy lives to write to me makes me happy, and I love to take time out of my day to write to them :o)
Brenda on 17 Nov 2008 at 5:49 pm #
I like to swap ATCs. I like the idea of trading these great little pieces of art, and I enjoy seeing how others interpret themes, too.
I am CSNYfan on Swapbot.
Tash on 17 Nov 2008 at 6:04 pm #
What is your favorite thing to swap and why?
notecards, chocolate and fun surprises!
I love notecards, because i use them all the time and can make them myself, Chocolate of course because everyone has different kinds, and it’s yum. Fun Surprises because it’s great to find something that suits your persons profile!
Tash on 17 Nov 2008 at 6:05 pm #
whoops, my swap bot accoutnt is glassnowdrop
Cyn Richardson--twobluecrows on 17 Nov 2008 at 6:28 pm #
My favorite swap so far is probably the Crow matchbox swap I’ve just received! All my swaps have been good, even the very few that had flakers in them (Angels on Swap-bot are the greatest!)
–My biggest problem is trying to not sign up for too many!
LOL
Cyn
Kelsey on 17 Nov 2008 at 6:52 pm #
I love swapping, especially one on one. It’s a nice way to swap items internationally - bought or made. I’m excited to know my art is all around the world and I have items made from crafters in other countries. It’s a great way to get (or send) items that are unavailable where I (they) live.
Jenni on 17 Nov 2008 at 7:09 pm #
I love swapping postcards, letters, and any other fun surprises!!
Pawprints
camelsamba on 17 Nov 2008 at 7:24 pm #
I’m camelsamba on swap-bot. I like swapping ATCs, especially “non paper” ones. I just discovered them earlier this year and they’ve reawakened a creative side that has lain dormant far too long. I love getting something handmade from someone I haven’t met.
sunnyblueskies on 17 Nov 2008 at 8:07 pm #
Thanks for a wonderful contest! My favorite thing to swap is small matchboxes. I had never altered a matchbox before I found Swap-bot, and now I’m hooked. My favorite thing to do with them is collage using old books and things.
hollyfly1 on 17 Nov 2008 at 10:40 pm #
Wow, this is a hard question to narrow it to one answer. Well I will have to go with ATC for now. But next is 32ct. matchboxes. I am so addicted to Swap-bot that now my husband calls me Swap.
Luz MIRANDA on 17 Nov 2008 at 11:20 pm #
Okay so I started here in June and have collected over 200 ATC’S, soooooooooooo…I guess that ATC’S would be my fave.
We have the opportunity to express and show our personality and likes IN a very concentraded way…GOOD THINGS COME IN LITTLE PACKAGES !!!
Amanda Cunningham ( Nomorerain3) on 17 Nov 2008 at 11:49 pm #
I really like swapping snacks. I love opening up a package and tasting all of the yummy things inside!
CherylLaVon (Cheryl Hemenway) on 18 Nov 2008 at 12:16 am #
My favorite things to swap are dotee dolls. I’m truly addicted to them because they allow me to be creative and to create something that the person who receives it isn’t just going to toss into a drawer (most likely).
Diann Hill on 18 Nov 2008 at 6:38 am #
I have recently come into the wonderful world of swaps. Having done this I have also hosted amny and have many more in mind for the new year. I have been pen paling for over 40 years and always use stickers on my ourgoing letters. LIving in a small town we jsut got a dollar general 2 yesrs ago, there isn’t many places to buy stickers. I stock up when I get the chance. This is a fantastic place to meet new friends and swap out goodies homemade and otherwise. I truely enjoy this sitte and all my new caring friends.
cauchy81sk on 18 Nov 2008 at 6:56 am #
My favourite things to swap are postcards - written and stamped, because I also like nice stamps. I especially like viewcards and other cards that show something about the country. It’s interesting for me to learn about countries and cultures in this way.
kristipye on 18 Nov 2008 at 7:46 am #
I love trading matchboxes, postcards, magnets, socks………………..and lots and lots of other things, too!
Elisabethe on 18 Nov 2008 at 9:53 am #
I enjoy trading regional and personally selected items - anything from postcards to regional tea. These sort of swap give a view into someone else’s culture & life. (the good bits, not the ghastly drama!)
AmandaPage on 18 Nov 2008 at 10:08 am #
I like swapping small knitted items - afghan squares, washcloths, that sort of thing. I get a useful item that is handmade, and I get to see another person’s skilled craft. I also enjoy the yarn swaps, I’ve been introduced to all sorts of interesting yarns that way.
agnetha on 18 Nov 2008 at 11:01 am #
My favorite things to swap are things for my son. Just to see his face when he receives a package makes it all worth it!
1smileycat on 18 Nov 2008 at 12:44 pm #
My favorite thing to swap is postcards! I am trying to collect a state map postcard from each of the United States! Plus, since I’ve barely been out of Iowa - it helps me see places too!
Thanks - love your blog! (Just found it today!)
1smileycat
disneyfreaksam on 18 Nov 2008 at 3:38 pm #
I like to swap ATC’s. I did not know a thing about them at the beginning of this year and only heard about them when I joined Swapbot. They are a perfect example of people using their own interpretations of a theme. The possibilities are endless with lots of different mediums to try.
Love them!!!
xx
Peas on 18 Nov 2008 at 3:59 pm #
I love swapping ATCs the most. A dirty little secret is that I like making them more than receiving them, I love pushing the limits on what I can do on my ATCs and figuring out new techniques to use on them. What I like most about receiving ATCs from people all over the world is that I can show off my really cool collection to my friends and family.
Cinnabear on 18 Nov 2008 at 4:12 pm #
My favorite thing to swap . . . I really enjoy the challenges (lists, whimsey jars, etc and the scavenger hunts look like they would be a blast). Why . . . because it’s always fun to see what your partner will send when given the opportunity to be creative or when they get the to interpret the theme themselves.
Travelgirl on 18 Nov 2008 at 4:46 pm #
I love to trade ATC’s. the variety and skills vary so that it is always a fun surprise at what you will get!
Bethany Lee on 18 Nov 2008 at 6:03 pm #
poeticpaper says sticky is good!!
eyeskater on 18 Nov 2008 at 7:43 pm #
I like to swap surprises..’cause I guess I never outgrew grab bags and it’s kind of like a little bit of Christmas in an envelope.
Josephine Tai on 18 Nov 2008 at 8:57 pm #
In swapbot, I’ve been swapping **love and friendships!** Irregardless what swaps we are in, we did it not just for receiving but most importantly for **giving!** So, **I love to continue doing that.**
**Swapbot, thank you for bring joy to millions of people around the world =)**
~ josietai
Katy on 18 Nov 2008 at 10:07 pm #
I love to swap profile surprises! I just get a kick out of surprising people with a little knick knack that their profile’s requested or theming my gifts around one of their interests. =]
somethingblue
cerwinrhiannon on 18 Nov 2008 at 10:59 pm #
Hard to say…my very favorite swaps were handmade things that were favorite things for people to make. (For example if you love beading, you made something beaded, etc).
Cheryl Crawford (anrtist) on 19 Nov 2008 at 1:33 am #
HI! I LOVE Swap-Bot and the Artist Trading Cards you turned me on to!!! What a GREAT way to get such awesome ART from all over the world! My collection book is appreciated by all who see it everywhere I go!!! My art students just love to look at it over and over again and “see” something new every time!!! And learn from it!!! ATCs are definately my favorite things to make and receive!!! Plus all the great extras people send along!!!
Debi Barry on 19 Nov 2008 at 4:32 am #
My favorite thing to swap is a knitted Christmas ornament. I’ve participated in several ornament swaps this year and now have quite a nice collection. They are so cute and all are original and will look so very nice on my tree.
I’m so glad I’ve joined Swap-Bot and I’m having a lot of fun here!
Spinsagoodyarn
Sass on 19 Nov 2008 at 6:27 am #
My favorite thing to swap is mixed cds and matchboxes, although recently I have been getting in to ATC’s much more!
JenDiggityDirt on 19 Nov 2008 at 7:47 am #
I never would have thought it, but so far my favorite thing to swap has been [lists and other simple, written projects on sheets of blank paper or index cards](http://flickr.com/photos/jendiggity/2831408593/in/set-72157607135828871/). I always end up decorating them, using creative lettering, maybe throwing in a litte collage, and adding little bits of color and sparkle. I think I like takingthe simple idea and then just running with it. It makes me feel FREEE!
I love you, Swap-Bot! XOXO
Cheryl on 19 Nov 2008 at 8:36 am #
My FAV thing to swap are anything handmade - ever since swap-bot i have gotten into it more and LOVE creating and catering to people’s profiles. It stretches my imagination. I love receiving people’s handmade items in return. Its like the sender sent a little piece of themselves to lil ol me =)
Thanks for everything!!
Kimbeewa on 19 Nov 2008 at 9:14 am #
ATC’s Baby! I love seeing the talent the individuals who occupy this site have. Plus, they are all unique and inspire me to do better.
MistiKo on 19 Nov 2008 at 9:22 am #
I’d love to win. Right now I’m swapping zines because it is my new obsession. I just discovered them this summer. Okay I knew what they were before that, but I just started buying and reading them this summer and then decided I wanted to make some. What fun is it if you make them and do nothing, so now I’m looking for ways to trade them. Have I rambled on enough?
M
doitallmom on 19 Nov 2008 at 9:25 am #
OH! I would love to win this, it would be great for making ATCs and scrapbooking. Thanks
Bubbalover on 19 Nov 2008 at 9:41 am #
My favorite things to swap are handmade items. Any kind paper or fabric based. I’ve tried all kinds of different/new stuff since signing up on swapbot. Matchboxes - who knew? I love the themed swaps best of all.
Pam M on 19 Nov 2008 at 12:06 pm #
my favorite thing to swap is crochet dishcloths, I just love doing dishes with these and I love to see what other are making
Curlygirl on 19 Nov 2008 at 2:19 pm #
My favorite thing so far has been handmade items where the theme is up for interpretation, you know, nothing specific. It’s great to see another person’s interpretation. I also am learning to appreciate so many different kinds of crafts!
diana aka dianabanana on 19 Nov 2008 at 2:59 pm #
I love putting together packages around themes. Wether that theme be a movie (like the Amelie swap, so much fun) or around a swappers profile. The combination of creativitly and ingenuity really get me going! I hope I win that sticker maker!!! dianabanana
Stacey aka Iluffyew769769 on 19 Nov 2008 at 4:14 pm #
My favorite thing to swap is matchboxes. I love finding cute little things to put in them.
wocket on 20 Nov 2008 at 12:10 am #
I love to make and swap beautiful things made with recycled materials
motheringheart on 20 Nov 2008 at 5:44 am #
I love to swap crochet items because I love to crochet!! motheringheart
tsireldi on 20 Nov 2008 at 7:22 am #
I love to swap stamps and food items! And postcards, and yes, stickers! Can’t choose just one thing…
Susan on 20 Nov 2008 at 7:49 am #
My favorite thing to swap is embellishments and ribbons. I love seeing new things out there!
Thetadocz
Gina Flores on 20 Nov 2008 at 9:30 am #
Hi Rachel! My favorite thing to swap are MATCHBOXES!!! HHEEYYYY they are so tiny and so cool, i love to stuff them with every lovely detail i find, i love to trade them! happy day, Gina
Paula on 20 Nov 2008 at 10:26 am #
I love to swap Dotees. They are so much fun to make and let your creativity come out. Not to mention the enjoyment of receiving one so lovingly put together for you.
Maranda on 20 Nov 2008 at 11:59 am #
I love swapping fabric postcards, they are so original and can be so different and fun to make.
But, I really love swapping in general this is the coolest thing I have come across in a long time. Sharing with strangers from around the world is really fulfilling and creates alot of great energy that we could all use more of.
Thank you.
pootle on 20 Nov 2008 at 2:33 pm #
I love swapping ATCs and any small handmade items. Why? I love testing my creativity and sharing a little piece of me with my partners, and receiving a little piece of them in return
Thanks for such a cool site!
Darleneh710 on 20 Nov 2008 at 7:32 pm #
I love swapping ATCs and hand made cards. I love making both and I love seeing the creativity of others. It is always nice to see how others view the same subject.
Thank you.
Swap-bot Weblog on 21 Nov 2008 at 6:55 am #
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Jennifer on 21 Nov 2008 at 7:13 am #
I am new to this swap thing but I know that I love receiving snail mail and things that let me know that others are thinking of me.
Thank you for this great place!!!
ChuckInNY
Niina on 21 Nov 2008 at 7:19 am #
I love swapping! I wish postage wasn’t so expensive, it seriously limits my ability to participate in swaps.
Robin on 21 Nov 2008 at 9:54 am #
Ooooh, I could really have some fun with that Xyron thingie! I don’t know that I have a *favorite* thing to swap; I love variety! CatlingMex
Kim on 21 Nov 2008 at 9:56 am #
i’m new and haven’t swapped anything yet…but i want to start out with small things, like postcards (b/c i love giving and receiving mail!)
-kim91262
PurpleTX on 21 Nov 2008 at 12:03 pm #
So far I like the postcards best - it is the most cost effective way to get LOTS of mail. - but I eally want to try Amigurumi next - PurpleTX
blackeyedsusan on 21 Nov 2008 at 2:38 pm #
I love trading ATCs and love incorporating new things I’ve tried since joining Swap-bot - watercolors and Shrinky Dinks.
trisha too on 21 Nov 2008 at 3:55 pm #
atcs–they’re easy to collect, and the variety is amazing!
Sabrina on 21 Nov 2008 at 3:56 pm #
I love swapping ATC’s b/c I feel they are helping me unlock the creativity I’ve been trying to get back. I have been trying new things like dotee dolls and whimsey jars b/c I love a challenge.
magdalena on 21 Nov 2008 at 5:32 pm #
I love swapping handmade items because they’re special and i love to see how someone expresses themselves through their crafts
Shesins on 21 Nov 2008 at 6:52 pm #
I love …. er! everything! okay, to narrow it down a little more, I think I love the random mystery boxes. Sometimes you just get the greatest little trinkets and enchanting ephemera
AngelFairy on 21 Nov 2008 at 9:30 pm #
I love to swap postcards, there so many subjects and such
beautiful images. I also like to swap bookmarks,handmade
postcards, atc’s because I can I actually be creative. Thank you.
coutureuse on 22 Nov 2008 at 4:48 am #
I love to swap fabric postcard and dolls. All crafts with threads and fabric
Amicalement
Swap-bot Weblog on 22 Nov 2008 at 9:30 am #
[...] winner of the November Giveaway for the Xyron sticker maker is HeideC! Here is her comment from the entry post about her favorite thing to [...]