Host a Swap Party

Who to Invite:

First plan on what you want to swap and send out invites to your friends.  Somewhere between 6-10 friends is doable although you could host a smaller or larger party.  Ask them to bring 10 items they no longer need but are still in great condition and not out of date.   If you are only swapping clothes, try to invite friends who are similar in size.   You can also suggest that they wear undergarments they wouldn’t mind exposing in a group (cami and bike shorts).

Items to swap:

Items should be in great condition and can include bags, shoes, scarves, jewelry, unopened makeup and/or home decor.

How to set up:

Make it easy for the swap items to be displayed and organized.  Have a clothing rack with empty hangers or over the door hooks or tension rods.  Clear the dining room table for more items and have a mirror handy for guests to try on clothes.  Empty bags available will make it easier for your guests to corral their “new” finds. 

Swap till you drop:

Use color-coded stickers and have guests tag the items they are interested in.  Take turns (draw straws) picking out 1-3 item(s) at a time.   Make sure guests don’t take more items than they brought.

What to serve:

Finger foods and beverages.  Brunch with mimosas during the day or wine and cheese platter for a “girls night out”. 

Chicken salad served with Vegetable Crackers

Fruit Trifle

Construction:

One layer of pound cake, one layer of pudding, one layer of fruit repeat three times.  Top with cool whip and chocolate dots (shavings)

Donate any leftover items!