Gimme Your Stuff

2009-07-21T13:23:00.000+08:00

2009-02-21T15:32:00.007+09:00

I'm back again! This time to rant. OKAY PEOPLE. IF YOU WANT YOUR LINKS POSTED UP, PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR LINK AS WELL AS YOUR NAME. DO NOT SUBMIT IF THE FORM IS NOT FILLED OR ELSE IT WILL BE IGNORED AND PURGED IMMEDIATELY. ahhh. That felt better. Anyway, i created a group on facebook to keep track of our members from all over the world. So if you're interested, hop over to http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=66842764357! Also, check these few sites out!

Happy Lunar New Year! A.K.A CNY

2009-01-26T11:15:00.002+09:00

Gong Xi Fa Cai! (Happy Prosperous New Year!)

Hello folks! It's the Chinese New Year here in Singapore and I wish all of you great health and prosperity! I know the site is not quite up to date yet but I'm doing my best in clearing the 300+ mails that you guys have sent in. I'm halfway there and I'll be posting the links of our new (and old members who have been waiting long for their links to be up) soon. In the meantime, I haven't been receiving swop stories and I know there a lot of swops going around between yourselves so why not share some of your joy with us? Let us know your interesting swop stories! Well, watch this space!

xoxo, Nat

Ambassador for Gimme Your Stuff
http://gimmeyourstuff.blogspot.com

Attention all swappers and swappers-to-be!

2009-01-20T00:49:00.007+09:00

Attention Dear Swappers!

Sites that are inactive or so called, deleted and purged will be cancelled off our Ambassador List to increase the efficiency of the site for your convenience. (From this day forward)

Attention Dear Swappers-to-be!

Please note that filling in all your details, YOUR NAME, YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS, POST URL (OF THINGS YOU WISH TO SWAP) and YOUR COUNTRY is mandatory starting today. This is to our convenience so submission of only email addresses and names will not be entertained because we have more than a hundred eager swappers that wants their names on the list sending us complete details of themselves.

If you wish to only receive the latest updates on this site, please join the mailing list which is also on this site. (:

Any queries? Feel free to leave us a comment! We'll get back to you asap!

Thank you & happy swapping!
Nat
Ambassador for Gimme Your Stuff
http://gimmeyourstuff.blogspot.com

Britain to Singapore Swap

2008-12-09T07:58:00.013+09:00

Swap took place in January, 2008.

Swappers - Lucy, UK

- Sihui, Singapore

Lucy - "My stuff from Sihui came! It was all great - she sent a Seventeen magazine from Singapore, lots of sweets, noodles, a top, stationery, dried cuttlefish, cute erasers & sticky tape, red packets, a necklace, socks and earrings.It was a great swap. She's a really lovely person, too, so I would recommend her to you all!"

Sihui - "I received the stuffs from UK! So happy because its like receiving an early bday present! And she mailed me a lot of stuffs ! Theres like two mags,hand warmers,leg warmers,a bag,hairbands,something from H&M,pyjamas set,necklace chocolates sweets and food plus stuffs that I may have missed out Love everything she sent"

Singapore and California Swap

2008-06-18T12:55:00.005+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Dawn California
Swapper2: Azyan Singapore
Swap Date: November 2007

Singapore to California

I swapped with a girl named Azyan from Singapore and it was my first swap. I had so much fun getting to know Azyan through e-mail and I feel like I've made a far-away friend :) She sent me a very cute dress, a small purse, photos, a letter and many snacks. The snacks made me so excited because I grew up eating a lot of it when I was just a kid in the Philippine-- like Ice Gems cookies and the fruit flakes! Thank you so much, Azyan!

Dawn

California to Singapore

Hi, I am Azyan from Singapore. This is my second swap from Dawn, California. She is such an amazing swap partner. Fortunately, the parcel arrived two days right before my birthday. I feel like Christmas is already here because I received a bag of yummy candies, Laguna Beach Season 1 dvd, My Little Pony stuffs, photos, accessories and my long craving snack, TWINKIES! Anyway, I have eaten some candies and it tasted nutty coconuts. Last but not least, I am definitely going to have another swap from other countries after December. Thank You, Dawn!

From
Azyan, Singapore, Asia

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Italy and Singapore Swap

2008-05-21T11:27:00.006+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Federica Italy, Europe (link no longer valid)
Swapper2: Sammie Singapore, Asia
Swap completed: August/September 2007

Italy sends to Singapore

I am no longer a swap virgin! Fede was an awesome person to start my swaps with! She's from Palermo, Italy and we exchanged plenty of emails before we settled what we would be sending to each other. We agreed to do a semi-surprise swap so we promised to send a couple of standard items and leave the rest up to our imaginations! Fede sent me an awesome top that I love and am waiting for the perfect time to wear it! I got a moka thats an expresso machine and Ive already tried it (interesting experience yall! If you're ever gonna do a swap with someone from Italy you should ask them to get you a moka!) She also sent me a couple of postcards, 3 pairs of
earrings, a bangle, newspaper, a notepaper set (complete with a cute eraser and a pencil!) and a notebook! We will also agreed to do a couple of follow-up swaps where we will send each other a couple of things ever few months or so and I really cant wait! So yes, thank you fede! I'm really glad I got to meet you through GYS. I will neverever forget you! And one day maybe we will meet for real ( : love ya babe!
Sammie

Singapore sends to Italy

My first swap at all, was with Samantha. She is very nice and sweet, and I'm so happy to know her! I contacted her in august and we talked a lot via email, we talked of all! Then,after holydays, we sent the parcel..! When I opened mine it was a surprise, I was so excited and happy..There are a lot of things! In order from left: Chopsticks, tea cups, candies, pen, indian bangles,newspaper, coin bag, puthu, henne pen(wow!), mini jewelry box, strawberry pocky,
mentos(candies) , fruitjoy(candies), banana & chocolate candies, tea, snack, mini chips(chocolate biscuits), candies, kaftan, letter and cd with photos and istructions! So, thanks GYS to made me know my sweet Sammie and thanks to her for the magic swap!
Federica

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Not again...

2008-05-03T17:44:00.003+08:00

Hey all, really sorry about the lack of upkeep at Gimme recently :(
We had three people offer to help out but none of them are replying to emails anymore and they seem to now be unable to help. If anyone else would like to raise their hand, all you need is a little simple HTML knowledge and a desire to be involved!

For those who have send us their joining details, please rest assured that we still have them and will get you properly joined when we have the people to do it.

Please email us if you're interested in helping Gimme to continue.
Cheers :)

WELCOME NOOBS!

2008-01-27T23:15:00.000+09:00

Fellow swappers, please welcome our new helping elves - Michelle from Malaysia and Lola from Pennsylvania! Hopefully we'll be able to get the site running a little quicker now but please bear with us while everyone gets used to the job. And lets not forget Sima who's done a wonderful job keeping Gimme up and running for the last... ages :)
HAPPY SWAPPING EVERYONE!!

HELP HELP HELP!!

2008-01-18T18:33:00.000+09:00

Howdy friends, you may have noticed a big slow-down at Gimme recently... Sima is doing the greatest job ever, but it's like to find some new elves to help us keep the swapping alive. Some really basic HTML skills would be perfect, if you're able to offer us some help then please shoot us an email and the Gimme community shall shower you with e-love!!

ITALY AND MALAYSIA

2007-10-05T09:40:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:

Swapper1: Kiarolla Italy, Europe
Swapper2: Debbie Malaysia, Asia

Malaysia sends to Italy
Debbie sent me a biiiiig package and here are only SOME of the things that were in it. LOVELY. She was so kind with me and she makes my day! She choose some things I was really looking for (like the stickers, the deco tapes, the Mamegoma's pens!). Thank you for being so kind with me.
Chiara

Italy sends to Malaysia
Chiara sent me some beautiful Italian stuff, which are not available in Malaysia. I LOVE the dark chocolate and hot chocolate drink. She also sent me some beauty product samples, pretty butterfly earrings and hair clips. It was a great swap for me. =) Thanks, Chiara.
Debbie

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Switzerland and Singapore Swap

2007-10-01T12:16:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Deb F Switzerland, Europe
Swapper2: Susan Singapore, Asia

Singapore sends to Switzerland

Susan from Singapore and I arranged a swap and it turned out great. She sent me some awesome goodies! I got a keychain and a lucky charm, some interesting coasters, some unusual teas, 2 packages of Milo energy drink, some magic jelly, and a wonderful polka dot bag which I've already used for shopping. I love it all!

Deb F.

Switzerland sends to Singapore

This is my first swap and i was really excited about it. When Deb F contacted me, i immediately agree. The things she send was awesome. It was all on baking which is my favourite hobby and some of the items were not available in my country. I can't wait to try it out on my recipes. Thanks for this wonderful swap, Deb.
Susan

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

California and Singapore

2007-09-15T11:31:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Xaynie California, USA
Swapper2: Clover Singapore, Asia

Singapore sends to California

The theme we both chose was that it had to be half handmade or personalized. So with this, Anna went out and researched about cosplay (one of my favorite hobbies) and made me this cute little album that has cosplay pictures in it! She also made me some earrings and sent pictures of herself with her dog in my package! It was so cute! I had a lot of fun for my first swap and everything she got me I absolutely adore. Thank you Anna!

p.s. I couldn't wait to wear the arm warmers and put them on, even though it was 91 degrees over here. ^_^

Xaynie

California sends to SingaporeThanh is my 3rd swap partner and she's really crafty! look at all the stuff she has packed for me especially all those accessories (especially earrings which i love!!) which are mostly handmade by her including those cute chocolate flowers! love all the other stuff (Magazines, cute stationery, guide book, hairbands etc) she has chosen for me from the list of stuff I have listed in my blog. She has also included lotsa great pictures of herself, her friends and family and I especially like those of her in cosplay!

Thanh is really a thoughtful swapper and it was a great experience swapping with her! Thanks a million Thanh! v(^_^)v
Clover

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

England and Bulgaria Swap

2007-09-11T04:56:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Carmen England, Europe
Swapper2: Magdalena Bulgaria, Europe

Bulgaria to EnglandI really enjoyed picking things for maggie and the whole concept was really exciting to me especially this was my first swap. She sent me lots of lovely things and i really liked the jewelery box! Thanks Maggie!!!
Carmen

England to BulgariaI've had so much fun swapping with Cars!She chose some wonderful things to send - a vintage brooch,some Shephard's pie fix(it tastes absolutely delicious!),gorgeous London postcards,a new edition of the Look magazine and millions of other things!
Thank you so much, Cars for being such a great swapper!!!
Magdalena

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Singapore and Vermont Swap

2007-09-10T11:01:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Randi Vermont, USA
Swapper2: Clover Singapore, Asia

Singapore to VermontI swapped with Anna from Singapore - she sent some great stuff! She makes jewelry and made me a beautiful anklet and some wonderful earrings! I LOVE the tissue box cover, and all of the snacks are awesome! This was my first swap and I'm already set up for another - this website is awesome!

Randi

Vermont to Singaporeyeah~~ received my package from Randi from Vermont (home of the simpsons)! it was huge! packed with lotsa candies and sweet smelling candles, body butter, bath fizz, postcards, magazine (which i love), jewlry set, the famous maple syrup she promised and the absolutely cute mountain dew flavoured lip gloss which i can wait to try out! vermont looks absolutely gorgeous in the postcards, all those nature just at her doorstep. so envious! wished my neighbourhood was like that instead!thanks Randi!
Clover

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

England and Sweden Swap

2007-09-01T12:03:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Malin Sweden, Europe
Swapper2: Iris England, Europe

British perfection in a boxI just got my package from Iris in England, and it definately was a pick of England´s finest! Lovely powder blue fabric with flowers (very British, I think), multicoloured sockyarn in silk/merino, in all of my favourite colours, a copy of Rowan magazine (my first!), some chocolate, candles (hey, I live in Sweden, we worship candles over here), a book on tea... Everything was so lovely, and so perfect. Thank you so much, Iris, I really enjoyed swapping with you.
Malin

Swap love in EnglandMalin is a fantastic person to swap with. She is so interesting and so kind, and I really enjoyed our email exchanges before the swap. The parcel that she sent me is just amazing. I absolutely adore the handmade bag she sent me, and the fabric is just great. She was right about every single item she sent in that parcel - I love everything about it. There were some more things, namely some yummy chocolate and some rosehip soup and almond biscuits but they were eaten before I could take the picture!! Thank you so much for this fabulous swap Malin. Hope it won't be our last!
Iris

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

England and Pennsylvania Swap

2007-08-30T12:50:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Vickie England, UK
Swapper2: Lola Pennsylvania, USA

Pennsylvania to EnglandMy first swap was with Lola from Pennsylvania, USA. Lola was lovely and the whole process took less than 2 weeks from me initially contacting her to us both receiving the goodies. I really enjoyed shopping for the goodies for Lola and I was so glad she liked them! I was thrilled to bits with the craft things Lola thoughtfully picked out for me - I can't wait to use them on my next scrapbook page! My first swap couldn't have gone better! Thank you so much Lola!
Vickie

England to PennsylvaniaUnwrapping Vickie's package was like opening a treasure chest of candy! My husband was very excited to receive the Wine Gums, which were the only British candy we'd really requested. Everything else Vickie sent was wonderful - I've eaten way too much candy already! The other little items she sent were so sweet and thoughtful, too. Shopping for Vickie was fun for me, because I don't scrapbook, so it was fun to go through the papercrafting aisles and choose items for her to use. I can't wait to see what she makes with them, and I would definitely swap again!
Lola

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

England and Finland swap

2007-08-27T13:42:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1:Ankaisa Finland, Europe
Swapper2: Iris England, Europe

England to Finland
This is what I got from Iris! The yarns were lovely, my DS loved the Pokemon stuff and the candy was delicious. Thanks so much!
Ankaisa

Finland to England
Ankaisa was a fantastic swap partner. We emailed a few times to get to know each other a bit and to decide what we wanted to send to each other and then decided on a time for the swap. I am so so happy with what she sent me. Thank you so much for the beautiful things you sent me Anna! I love the fabric and the yarn, and the bags too.

Iris

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Italy & England swap

2007-07-20T10:52:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Kiarolla Italy, Europe
Swapper2: Jean England, Europe

England to Italy

Jean was so kind with me, she sent me a lot of things and I'm so happy to complete one swap with her. She choose for me some beautiful thing...like the monkey-bag *.* I'm totally fall in love with it! Jean...thank you so much for this swap! I appreciated all the items!

Kiarolla

Italy to England
Pasta from Italy, the real stuff. As well as loving pasta and getting a wonderful packet in this swap, i was also lucky enough to get more great sweets from Italy also. How i love swapping with you Itallians. I enjoyed the pasta and as you can see so did Olivia. Thanks for all the items. Thanks for a great swap Chiara

Jean

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

China swaps with Italy

2007-07-18T06:21:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: blabberingJo China, Asia
Swapper2: Kiarolla Italy, Europe

Italy to ChinaWhen Chiara (aka Kiarolla) contacted me, I was already planning another swap for June. But I agreed to do a swap with her nevertheless. She liked some of the things I had sent to my previous swap partners, so it was pretty specific and easy for me). Besides, I liked the idea of a 'Little Swap'! We agreed on 6 items. Here's what she sent me: a pastel straw bag, recycled-paper notebook, tea bags, pink pearl necklace, glitter hairband, and a wall memo/hanger.
Thanks for everything!

Jo

China to Italy
Joh is a good person and it was funny to do a swap with her^_- We decided to do a little swap just because we've other swaps=P She choose very beautiful things for me! First of all I like the HK's bag! It's so cute! but I appreciate also the decotapes (these 2 are my first ones)! Thank you so much for swapping with me and make my daY!

Kiarolla

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Singapore and Italy swap

2007-07-02T05:17:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Mama Singapore, Asia
Swapper2: Nena Italy, Europe

Italy to Singapore
This is the photo of my swap with Nena of Italy. She sent me loads of goodies with rabbits on it. Cuterabbit fabric, iron ons, brochures and also socks andmost special of all, she painstakingly wrote down her grandma's traditional recipes on a notebook for me!!She also sent some of the ingredients for me to try them out!! I have tried the ragu sauce and it was great!! She was so sweet she also got some snacks formy rabbit. It was a great swap!!
Stella (mama)

Singapore to Italy
My first swap was with Mama, from Singapore. We both loved rabbits, soI decided that she was perfect to swap with! She collected a hugenumber of cute things for me, in the pic you can see: an utensile tocut perfect slices of vegetables; different flavours pockys; cutestationary about kuromi, usahana and my melody, my favourite sanriocharacters! kitty mini bento and sauce containers, candies, a thermalbag for bento box, her bunnies pictures (lovely!!), instant noodles,and a postcard from Singapore.She gave me everything I desired, my biggest passions and lovely things!And we found out we have many things in common, I love having a friendfrom the other side of the world!Thank you so much, Stella, Stew and Morticia!

Nena

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Italy/Malaysia Swapping

2007-06-05T02:23:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: miumiu Malaysia, Asia
Swapper2: Kiarolla Italy, Europe

Italy to Malaysia
Finally, my package from Italy arrives ! I'm so happy to see all nice items sent by Chiara. Lots of goodies such as chocolate, hair accessories, bracelets, stationery, soap, Custard Shower Gel, face mask, lip gloss, a lucky stone and mini tower of PISA (not shown here). Too bad, when I receive the package , the soap leaked during the transition and drenched the package. But luckily, no major damage to the package contents..All in all, this swap has been fantastic.
Thanks a lot Chiara !
miumiu

Malaysia to ItalyThis one with Zulizia was an incredible swap! She's so kind and I enjoyed myself in trying the items for her and in receiving her package. I love kawaii things and Hello Kitty...and she sent me a wonderful package full of HK's items! I'm so happy! I love the HK's mini blanket! Thank you so much, Zulizia! Swapping with you is so fun and I hope we'll swap again!
Kiarolla

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Bulgaria/Malaysia swap completed!

2007-06-02T23:30:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Magdalena Ivanova Bulgaria, Europe
Swapper2: miumiu Malaysia, Asia

Malaysia to BulgariaThe fabulous package Dayang sent me really made my day!She selected a huge number of girly thingies that I absolutely love - a cute wooden jewelry box full of gorgeous brooches,ear-rings,pink jewelry,lovely pink lip gloss,hair decoration,beaded pencil holder...There is a mini set of beautiful chinaware,a fan,lots of teas and yummy candy,cosmetics,gorgeous postcards and Malaysia-related paper materials.Dayang has even made a special scrapbook mini( which is my absolute favourite)showing photos of her wondeful family and pets and making me get a true feel of Malay atmosphere!A big "thank you", dear, for making me so awfully happy!

Maggie

Bulgaria sends to MalaysiaThis is my very first swap to Bulgaria. I was so excited, when I collected the Yellow Box stated "Bulgaria Mail' from the post office. Maggie sent me so many wonderful things - lotsa food, desserts, candies, lovely Bulgaria handkerchief, stationeries, jeweleries, face masks, colorful cotton-balls and Disney printed tissue.
Thanks Maggie dearest !!! For making my first ever swap being so wonderful!
miumiu

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

India/Australia Swap Complete!

2007-05-30T12:23:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Anuja India, Asia
Swapper2: Sidherian Australia, Australasia

Australia sends to IndiaI did my first swap with Lynne and it was absolutely amazing!! She sent me some lovely TimTams and other local chocolates and I finished them right away. As per my request, she sent me some CDs of Australian aboroginal and other ingenious music (not shown in the snap, as a friend borrowed them right away!). What I really loved was that she sent me a lot fo craft stuff... For a craft buff like me, it was an absolute treasure trove..... craft punches, paper, stencils and what not! And lastly the lovely aboroginal scarf looks great!! Thanks a lot, Lynne. It was great swapping and communicating with you!
Anuja

India sends to AustraliaI had a great time talking to Anuja about her life studying to be a doctor. We found out we had lots in common (including a love of food) and this made the swap a lot of fun.
Sidherian

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Netherlands and Californa Swap

2007-05-29T11:41:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Sylvie Netherlands, Europe
Swapper2: daydreamdesigner California, USA

California to Netherlands
Sima mailed me about this swap. We had very nice e-mail contact and I really enjoyed putting the package together. The mail was soooooo fast!!! It was great to get a big present by mail. Sima got me really nice things, the only item missing in the picture (I discovered later..) is a My Melody Pez, which Olivia (my 2 year old) snatched already...
Till next time, Sima!
Sylvie

Netherlands to CaliforniaSylvie surprised me with a wonderful Miffy bag! I'm already using it most days. She also thoughtfully included some chocolate sprinkles for toast, licorice, picture postcards, lucky stars, and even a glamor magazine in Dutch! I'm looking forward to our next swap, Sylvie :)
Sima

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Italy/California Swap

2007-05-20T10:14:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Phyllis California, USA
Swapper2: Kiarolla Italy, Europe

Italy to CaliforniaKiarolla in Pisa sent me some really cute things! My favorites were the pasta and the snowglobe for my daughter's collection. This was my first Italian swap. Thank you so much, Kiarolla, for making it such fun!
Phyllis/dephal

California to Italy
Today my package from Phyllis arrived... When I opened it I didn't believe to what I saw! It's the greatest swap I received and Phyllis is so generous! She knows how to make me happy! I love EVERY SINGLE item. Phyllis...you really make my day! I'm so happy and I'm showing to everybody what you sent to me.
Kiarolla

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Pennsylvania/Italy swap

2007-05-16T09:41:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Lola Pennsylvania, USA
Swapper2: vi0letta Italy, Europe

Pennsylvania to Italy
Here's what I received from Lola! Lipglosses, (I'd like to eat them!) Two little animals who can "grow" by placing in water (they are growing!!), Lovely kitty tissues, a magnet with a cat, a lollipop, a beautiful book about cats (I'm in love with this book I can't stop reading it!), a beautiful pair of socks (the colours I love!) and two little pillows (with catnip inside!) for my 2 cats (my cats are in love with it!). I'm really happy with this swap, Thank you Lola!
Vi0letta

Italy to PennsylvaniaI was so excited when Violetta contacted me for my first swap! Violetta sent me lots of lovely gifts from Italy, including a beautiful book about Tuscany, delicious candies, and pretty stationery supplies. We exchanged lots of e-mails and discovered that we are both "cat people," so our swap items included kitty gifts, too. My cats will love playing with the mouse and eating the cat food that Violetta's cats can't get enough of. Thank you so much! I'd be happy to do an exchange with you again any time!
Lola

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

France/China Swap Completed

2007-05-07T23:38:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Swany France, Europe
Swapper2: blabberingJo China, Asia

China to FranceHere's what I received from Jo, cutes stationnery (especially the croc pen, I loveit), Jack cellphone strap, socks, cute earrings, tea infuser,etc... I love everysingle thing she sent me, and the chocolates tasted really good ! thanks a lot ! (I used the pic you took Jo, because I don't have my camera ^^)
Swany

France to ChinaWhen Caro contacted me, I really couldnt resist doing this swap! She does illustration, and has a really beautiful blog. I love it so much! So I was really looking forward to our swap! Although the planning started in Feb, as I was out of town, we agreed to mail out the package as soon as I got
back in late-March. When we both finally received it, it was April already! All the months of aniticipation was driving me crazy! Here's the stuff she sent! I like the cute vase! Thanks, Caro!
Jo

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

California/Brazil

2007-05-06T23:39:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Phyllis California, USA
Swapper2: Cibele Brazil, South America

Brazil to CaliforniaCibele sent so many wonderful things. To name just a few: yarn, tea towels, stickers, and earrings, all in the Brazilian national colors. I love the Brazilian flag, BTW, and I kinda dig the national motto, which is "order and progress." There are Portuguese dictionaries, which is great--a lot of people around here are from the Azores, and I've been wanting to pick up a bit of the language. Oh, and just so much more, including a bunch of snacks not pictured here, and snow globes that Thing 1 had already whisked away when I took the pic.
Phylis

California to Brazil

I have received an amazing box of goodies from my sweet friend Phyllis.

She sent me candies, lots of touristic brochures, postcards, a embroidering kit, a crochet magazine, knick-knacks, a candle, etc... Everything awsome!!!

Cibele

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

England/Italy Completed

2007-05-04T23:38:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Jean UK, Europe
Swapper2: 22valevale88 Italy, Europe

Italy to EnglandWhat a great swap this was , some of my "now" all time favourite sweets in this goodie bag , we had decided to do just a candy/chocolate swap and it was FAB. Love the little black bag that was hand knit that came with the parcel Want to do a candy swap then swap with me !!!!!!!

jean x

England to ItalyIt took a bit longer than I expect, but finally it arrived! A lot of chocolate and candy are now with me!! Yummy! I love the card that Jean made, it's wonderful :) Thanks for swapping!
-vale-

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

France & Bulgaria Swap Complete!

2007-04-30T11:52:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Boubouille France, Europe
Swapper2: Ruthie Bulgaria, Europe

Bulgaria to France
J'ai reçu par Ruthie un savon et un sac fait main Merci pour tout
Virginie

France to BulgariaVirginie sent me the last issue of Marie Claire Idées (a french magazine I can't get here), she also sent lots of tea (flavors included caramel, green tea, wild berries, earl grey,etc) some fabric, ricola candies and some felt flowers, ribbon and feathers. Everything very nice. Thank you Virginie!!
Ruthie

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

France to California Complete

2007-04-27T10:08:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: boubouille France, Europe
Swapper2: daydreamdesigner California, USA

From California to FranceThank you very much for this package, they is extra. I received superb fabrics, full with kind of tea, funny buttons, full with postcards, a wonder, I adore that!!! make-up, a bracelet. It is a successful exchange. Thank you very much.
Virginie

From France to CaliforniaI received a lovely package from Virginie. She filled it with yummy smelling teas, hair accessories, erasers, and other bits. Oh, even blackcurrant candy - YUM! Thanks again Virginie!
Sima

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Finland/South Carolina Complete!

2007-04-24T05:32:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Ankaisa Finland, Europe
Swapper2: Elleoz South Carolina, USA

South Carolina to FinlandWell, it took a lot longer than expected, but the package actually did arrive. I was already so sure that it had been lost in the mail. The package did look a bit like it had been lying around somewhere collecting dust, but I have no idea where that was.

This is what I got from Carrie! DS loved the toy, and those almonds really are good. Thanks for swapping with me.
Ankaisa

Finland to AlabamaI received first swap in the mail last week. What wonderful stuff from ankaisa straight from Finland. It was filled with all kinds of Moomin stuff, postcards, stationary, candy, chocolate, hand knitted bath stuff, and a great mix CD. I have to say that the chocolate didn't last long. Thanks so much ankaisa! I can't wait to do it again.
Elleoz

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

California/China Swap

2007-04-20T11:44:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Phyllis California, USA
Swapper2: Jo China, Asia

China to CaliforniaI received my package today from Jo in Shanghai. She just stuffed that package full of good things for me and my kids--snacks, hairbands, postcards, yarn, deco tape, and much much more. Thank you Jo!

Phyllis (dephal)

California to ChinaI really didn't know what's in store with this swap coz it was like a surprise. But Phyllis just had the sixth sense, and picked out things I like! Here's all the amazing stuff she sent from the USA! Notebooks, stickies pad, cute monkey keycaps, Strawberry Shortcake candle, muffin book, travel-sized toiletries, indie mirror, Seattle postcard, info & magnet, her University keychain, mug, pen, chocolates, candies, almond toppings (which i havent thought of how to use it), Tazo passion tea (with super rich aroma)! I particularly love the CareBear plasters (i'm quite accident prone), keycaps, notebooks and memopad. For me, anything cute goes! Thanks Phyllis, for this wonderful swap! U really made my day! =)
Jo

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

France/Brazil swap completed!

2007-04-19T11:44:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: N@thy France, Europe
Swapper2: Cibele Brazil, South America

Brazil to FranceI'm very happy to receive the package from brazil who take long long time to come ! Cibèle make me a beautiful apron, she choose a beautiful fabric with Chickens and Sunflowers because she know I collect the both. She send me a lot of food too because she know I like to test everything! thank a lot cibèle.
N@thy

From France to Brazil
I received a really nice parcel from Nathy, in France. She sent me really yummi candies, nice miniatures, postcards, things to pamper myself (parfum, lipgloss, lootion freebies, etc). It all smell so fine! She also sent me a mp3 cd full of French music! I loved everything!!!
Cibele

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Sweden/California Completed!

2007-04-16T11:44:00.001+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Malin Sweden, Europe
Swapper2: Catherine California, USA

California to SwedenMomokuro Boo bag and wallet, chopsticks with a case, Japanese candy and biscuits and a couple of ear-pokers (!!!!!!!). Everything is so lovely, especially the bag (even my sister loves the bag, and she doesn´t like kawaii at all!).
Thank you so much, Catherine!
Malin

Sweden to California

I was pretty much a screeching teenage girl upon opening my second Swedish package from Malin. After the initial high-speed ramble induced excitement I was finally able to gather my thoughts and settle emotions to coherently express thanks in this blog post for the wonderful gifts from Sweden... Many thanks Malin for the colorful and thoughtful gifts!(more here)
Catherine

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Italy/Spain swap completed

2007-04-13T09:12:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Kiarolla Italy, Europe
Swapper2: Itziar Spain, Europe

Spain to Italy

This I received from Itziar was my first swap and it was incredible! I like so much everything she sent to me, especially the Hello Kitty’s
lipgloss and gel, the little mirror and the accessories with polka dots! It was so funny and the chocolate was (yes…I still ate it!!) good! I like swapping with you, Itziar!
Kiarolla

Italy to Spain

This has been my first swap with Italy and Kiarolla was such a fun toswap with!! I received a bunch of coloured goodies my teddy bear Tita hurried to make hers... There you have her: clips on one ear, an earring on the other (you can see the second earring just on top of the fun slip Tita didn't wear cause she's such a discrete bear). The little tube under her left arm is a tinietiny lipgloss and what you see in her other hand is a beautiful icecream earring Kiarolla made for me :o). What else? Shampoo ('love the stuff), pencil and rubber to match and the nicest letter ever. Thank you so much Kiarolla! I really apreciate the effort you put in the swap.
ichi

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Singapore/Scotland Swap Complete!

2007-04-10T09:05:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Makiyo Singapore, Asia
Swapper2: Marceline Scotland, UK

Scotland to Singapore

Here's my second swap from Marceline! From local goodies, juicy magazines, fashion accessoriess, handmade notebook, mix cd to paperchase's products! I'm thrilled! Thank you Marc! I really appreciate your thoughtfulness in this swap. If time allows, I hope we'll have a opportunity to swap again!

Makiyo

Singapore to Scotland
My swap package from Makiyo was HUGE and amazing, crammed full of bento accessories, beautiful stationery, mix CDs, tons of local sweets and snacks and a handmade book of local recipes. I loved it all and it even arrived with perfect timing two days after my birthday. Thanks Makiyo - I'm now addicted to all these snacks so will definitely have to swap again!
Marceline

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

California/Singapore

2007-04-01T00:33:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Phyllis California, USA
Swapper2: Linda Singapore, Asia

Singapore to California
Just about in time for my birthday, I received a swap package from Linda in Singapore. There were all sorts of goodies inside, but here are a few of my favorites. She and her mom made that cute little pouch. Check out the button selection! And aren't those about the niftiest chopsticks you've ever seen? Ruthie enjoys the slide whistle.

Thank you, Linda!

Phyllis

California to Singapore

Hi. my package from Phyllis was wonderful! there were many candies and sweets which are so delicious. the small gifts she added are also interesting and i love them. (: i really enjoy this swap with Phyllis and thank her for making my first swap so memorable.
Linda

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Sweden/Singapore Swap Complete

2007-03-21T12:22:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Malin Sweden, Europe
Swapper2: LobbyJ Singapore, Asia

Singapore to Sweden

Quite unexpected, but much awaited, came my package from Jody yesterday, two months after she sent it from Singapore. It was a box, filled to the brim with Hello Kitty (bento stuff!), Cram Cream, stationary, candy... all the best Singapore can offer! Thanks Jody!

Malin

Sweden to Singapore

Malin is one of the nicest swapper I've ever known. She sewed for me 2 bags (though I only requested for 1), a matching purse with the tote, kitten soft toy, amigurumi teddy keychain, H&M necklace and purse, handmade Moomin cards, Disney notepapers, Cute letter set, Candies, Fabric & basic tutorials (I would like to learn how to make my own stuff!). They are all so lovely! Thank you so much Malin! It's fun swapping with you, and I'd like to do it again! (:

Jody
Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Thailand/Portugal Complete

2007-03-20T12:35:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Margarida Portugal, Europe
Swapper2: Liz Thailand, Asia

Thailand to PortugalThis swap arrived from Lizz that lives in Thailand. I’d loved every thing on it , it was nice to swap with you Lizz.
Margarida

Portugal to Thailand
I've done a swap with Margarida in Portugal. It was great! She sent lots of Portuguese food to my boyfriend, who lived there for 6 months a few years ago. She most generously sent him: lots of cans of fish, which we're still enjoying here in Bangkok........dried chilli peppers from Margarida's garden, and some from Mozambique!..........goat's cheese and home-made cookies from her town........a CD of lovely Portuguese music.......hot and spicy Piri-Piri sauce........thank you, Margarida!

Chilliz, Bangkok, Thailand

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Malaysia/California swap complete!

2007-03-18T12:12:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Phyllis California, USA
Swapper2: Sing Yee Malaysia, Asia

Malaysia to CaliforniaOh, it was lovely! I received all sorts of goodies from Malaysia, including durian dodol (mmmm!), tons and tons of cute paprs, and some of SIng Yee's beautiful handmade artwork. I've attached a not very good picture. It was a great swap!! I enjoyed munching on all the goodies while I recovered from my surgery.

Phyllis

California to Malaysia
Phyllis was a great swap partner! I received tons of things I love, including a pair of her hand-knitted fingerless gloves! I'm really touched because she offered to knit them even though she had to undergo a hand surgery a week after that. I'm glad the surgery was ok. :) Included in the fantastic package were lip smackers, craft supplies, chocolates and candies, local stickers and postcards! Thank you so much Phyllis! :D
Sing Yee

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Sweden/California Completed

2007-03-12T13:14:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Malin Sweden, Europe
Swapper2: Charlene California, USA

California to SwedenI got three bento boxes (!), chocolate mushrooms and pine cones (or is it bamboo shoots?), Cram Cream washclothes (two of them!) and deco tape, another deco tape, diy magazine, Hello Kitty stationary, pen and notebook, pink stationary... It was so many nice things, you wouldn´t believe it! Thanks Char!

Malin

Sweden to California
My second swap with Malin was AWESOME! There were some beads (marine themed), Cram Creme (cute dish and bag!), Nici (stationary and a keychain), kinder eggs (Yum and fun!), and other Swedish candy. I'm loving everything! As you can see, awesome package again! Thanks so much Malin!
Charlene

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Back on Track!

2007-03-11T19:35:00.000+09:00

Hi all, sorry for the delay in posting and member-adding! We've been finding it a little hard of late to keep everything flowing along, but Sima and Rachelle have come to our rescue and offered to help us out. Please bear with us as it takes a while to learn the ways of Gimme (the instructional email was about 4 pages long...) and soon we'll be back to normal :)
Thanks Sima and Rachelle!!

France/Singapore Complete

2007-03-10T13:30:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: N@thy France, Europe
Swapper2: Stella Singapore, Asia

Singapore to France

Stella and me decided to send 1 kilo of dry food, so now I think I'll eat asian food for long time ! and her she can eat french food for long time too ;-) I really like the peanut sauce and she give me the receipe to make chicken curry, I really like too! I hope to make another swap with her soon.

N@thy

France to Singapore
This is a picture of my first ever swap!! I made the swap with N@thy of France. She sent me loads of French food with explanations on how to cook them as I do not understand French. So thoughtful. I tried the coffee already. My favourite drink. Whats more, it it laces with tobelrone!! Simply divine!! The cookies and candy are all very delicious. Looking forward for the next swap with her.
Stella (mama)

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

England/Washington Complete!

2007-03-09T15:31:00.001+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Jean England, UK
Swapper2: Laura Washington, USA

From Washington to England

jello jello jello and more jello

A parcel full of jello from Laura in the USA , and as you can see from the photo it's such great stuff that i have already made up a berry blue.

Along with all my lovely flaovoured jello's was a fantastic Stampington book , how i love these books but the are so expensive over here so it was a lovely suprise to get it , it's fab.

Another great swap completed

take care

jean x

From England to Washington

Here's my photo and it was a very nice swap from jean. Especially a
lovely necklace that she made with her altered art!

Laura

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

CHINA/ENGLAND COMPLETE!

2007-03-07T15:20:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: blabberingJo China, Asia
Swapper2: Jean England, UK

From China to England
Hello Kitty and a hello from China awaited me when i arrived home to find a wonderful box packed full of goodies . First time of swapping with someone in China and i had no idea of what to expect, but WOW great things. A fab pair of slippers which are going to live in my caravan for

when we have our weekends away, so they will get well worn. Lovely Hello Kitty bag for Olivia and other cute stuff that she just loved. Thanks for a great swap

Jean

From England to China
This is my FIRST swap, and all the excitement & anticipation was well worth it! The reversed pizza packaging that it came in was so environmental-friendly & creative! What's inside is more amazing -chocolate bars, hot choc mix, shepherd's pie mix & a GOLD COIN; Marks & Spencer bath smoothie & lip shimmer; NeuLook tshirt & victorian necklace,; photos, postcard, handmade fan card & fan-booklet for writing down birthdays (she's a genius with her hands!); Paperchase frog memo clip, cat zipper/charm, pins, bookmark & magnet set! I love everything especially the cute lil' magnets!
Thanks so much Jean for this GREAT SWAP! ;)
BlabberingJo

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

California/Bulgaria Complete

2007-02-06T18:17:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Sima California, USA
Swapper2: Ruthie Bulgaria, Europe

California to Bulgaria
Sima sent me the first issue of Craft magazine, fabric, yarn, buttons, a scented candle, an orange skull patch that rocks haha.. the first issue of Craft magazine and a pair of earrings and matching pendant made by herself that are so beautiful!! Thanks so much!!
Ruthie

Bulgaria to California
Ruthie and I decided to swap pretty free-form and her lovely package arrived last week. It was *full* of Bulgarian and Spanish goodies! I had asked for a young adult book in Spanish to help me practice my comprehension skills. She also sent pretty ribbon, tea, tasty treats, Bulgarian rose treats, and crocheted flowers. I'm just thrilled, thanks Ruthie :)
Sima

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

California/bulgaria complete

2007-02-04T08:51:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Phyllis California, USA
Swapper2: Ruthie Bulgaria, Europe

Bulgaria to California
Hi! I got my package today from Ruthie in Bulgaria. I liked it as much as my dog (who's also named Ruthie!), who now has an obsession with Bulgarian dog cookies. Ruthie sent me chocolates, wool for felting, wonderful rose-scented toiletries, and some Bulgarian-English picture books. Thank you, Ruthie, for a fabulous swap!
Phyllis

California to Bulgaria

Phyllis sent me great orange wool perfect for felting yay!! the "Happy Hooker" by Debbie Stoller, two great crochet magazines, two crochet hooks a bookmark, cute fabric, a postcard, jelly beans and treats for Romeo. Thanks, I'm so thrilled!!! I love everything!!!

Phyllis and I agreed to do a second swap after Christmas and we'll have more pics soon :-)

Ruthie

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

finland/singapore swap completed

2007-01-24T09:24:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Ankaisa Finland, Europe
Swapper2: Alvina Singapore, Asia

From Singapore to Finland
Lots of good things to eat! Some have been eaten already, some are still waiting. These are not the kind of stuff you can find in my grocery store!
Ankaisa

From Finland to Singapore
It always turns out to be such a delightful day when a parcel sits outside waiting at my doorstep. This time it is from Ankaisa all the way from Finland. She sent me a bagful of super cute fabrics and two sticks of lovely pearl shine lip gloss. I'm not just delighted, but thrilled to receive her parcel. I would really love to swap with her again. Thanks Ankaisa!
Alvina

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

singapore/california complete!

2007-01-22T09:02:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Alvina Singapore, Asia
Swapper2: Phyllis California, USA

US stuff to Singapore
Guess what? Phyllis' parcel from California has arrived and it is HUGE! My goodness.. I can't even begin to describe how excited I was to open it. It was so wonderful filled with so much good stuff. Oh I love all the boxes, especially the briefcase one with the silver handles.. So divine! Then, there is the black cylindrical vinyl one, so classy! I tell you it would cost a bomb if I want to get such stuff here in Singapore. Also, the lip glosses. Gosh! There are so many of them I can't decide which to use first. They all look so delicious :) Phyllis even made a red sushi pouch for me. Isn't she sweet. I can just simply go on and on raving about how wonderful
her parcel is. Thanks Phyllis! You still top my list as being the most generous swapper.
Hugs!
Alvina (Craft Princess)

Singapore sends stuff to the US
This is my 3rd swap with alvina in singapore. as always, she's chosen wonderful things. she included more of her earrings and her handmade tissue cover and flower brooch. thank you!
Phyllis

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

finland/portugal swap complete!

2007-01-21T09:12:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Ankaisa Finland, Europe
Swapper2: Margarida Portugal, Europe

From Portugal to Finland
I got this package with lots of goodies from Portugal! Most of it has already been eaten. Thanks fro being my verys first swap!
Ankaisa

From Finland to Portugal
Those very nice chocolates are from my first swap in Gimme Your Stuff, they come from Finland, scented by Anna Kaisa. I liked a lot because I was in Finland in May 2005 and I’d loved the country and Fazer chocolates too. There aren’t all in the picture because we already eat some J . Thanks for every thing Anna.
Margarida

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

alabama/finland completed

2007-01-20T09:17:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Ankaisa Finland, Europe
Swapper2: Megan Alabama, US

From Alabama to Finland
I got this great package from Megan! I got to listen to Clay Aiken, which I can not get from here. And DS loves Darth Vader! Some of the chocolate got eaten before I could get a pic of it all, and not much is left anymore. We are planning on doing another swap!
Ankaisa

From Finland to the US
Ankaisa was my first swap and it could not have been better. She sent some Finnish pop CDs that are a blast to listen to, some Fazer chocolate that is nearly gone, a Finnish magazine, some postcards, and - my favorite - a Marimekko notebook, among other things. I just love it!
She also sent some puzzles for my son that he opened even before I could take the photo! It was very sweet of her and I'm looking forward to another swap with her!
Megan

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

england/kansas complete!

2007-01-19T08:15:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Jean England, UK
Swapper2: Krista Kansas, USA

English stuff to Kansas
I received a parcel full of goodies from Jean in England. She sent me all the candy I requested and then some. It was all VERY yummy! The package also included an ornament, stickers, dessert mix, a postcard, beauty products, a reindeer bib for my son, Nate (which was a HUGE hit). Our cat, Kingston, even got in on the action. He was very curious about the mouse on the front of the magazine. Thanks for a wonderful swap!
Krista

US stuff to England

It's arrived another great parcel from another great Gimme Your Stuff swappie, took 4 weeks but well worth the wait and as you can see from the picture Olivia got stuck into the lollies straight away .Who could blame her with all that lovely candy. My husband enjoyed this parcel also as his favourite cakes were in Twinnkies. I sat down with the lovely magazine Krista had sent and some of the chocolate after having a real good look at all the stuff. Thanks Krista!

Jean

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

singapore/sweden complete

2007-01-18T08:53:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Malin Sweden, Europe
Swapper2: Shikin Singapore, Asia

More Japanese/Singaporean Stuff arrives in Sweden

A whole bunch of kawaii stuff, all the way from Singapore and Shikin. There´s some Cram Cream deco tape, Sanrio stationary and stickers, softies and a mini chest of drawers, just to mention a few. I really loved everything, thanks a lot Shikin!

Malin

And Swedish stuff arrives in Singapore
Hello! Sorry for the delay.. I just came back from the land of kawaiiness (Japan!).
I love all the items that Malin gave me! it was exactly what i expected! Thanks Malin!
Shikin

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Sweden/California Complete

2007-01-17T09:29:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Sima California, USA
Swapper2: iNina Sweden, Europe

California to Sweden
Hej from Sweden,
Sima was my first swap-partner ever, and what a wonderful swap this was. I must be the happiest swapper ever! I received some very very yummy real Big Red chewing gum. It tastes so much better than the fake stuff you can buy here in Sweden. I also got really amazing pink yarn, a merino and silk blend. To make things even more pink, Sima sent a bunch of pink tooth brushes and wonderful roseberry chocolate, which I am saving for some special occasion - the chocolate, not the tooth brushes. I already read my Martha Steward Living magazine from front to back, while listening to Simas "American music" CDs. Oh I love love swapping. It was like early Christmas. Even the pens (which I was very keen on) are wonderful. Did you know there was a pen called "le pen"? No? If you ever do a swap with Sima you should really ask her to send one of those pens. Thank you Sima for everything. You were a great first-ever swap partner. I am looking forward to our next swap.
As you can see Tiger (my cat) thought the content of the swap package was highly interesting and placed himself amongst all the goodies.
Nina

Sweden to California
This email is rather delayed. I actually received Nina's wonderful swap before Christmas. It was so beautifully wrapped! She sent me yummy tea, a book of viking tales, a beautiful paper star to hang in my window, felt ornaments, gorgeous glass beads, and music. Including a CD of her husband's band! I absolutely loved everything she sent. We took our time setting up the swap and agreeing on some things, and it was a great experience. The crowning glory of the package though, was the little mouse cat toy. Stella (pictured here) has decided it's her favorite toy. So far we've found it in her food bowl, on the bed, and in random corners of the apartment. Too bad she'll have to wait 'till spring for another swap with Nina :)
Sima

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

singapore/france swap complete

2007-01-16T08:44:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Alvina Singapore, Asia
Swapper2: N@thy France, Europe

French stuff to Singapore
I just received a wonderful package from Nathy in France. It was filled with
cute stationery and lots and lots of Christmas candies. She is such a sweet
and kind person to swap with too. Thanks Nathy for the lovely parcel.
Alvina (Craft Princess)

Singapore sends stuff to France
I was very glad to make this exchange with Alvina. who sent to me full of snack bar, candys and cookies of Singapore. Definitively I like to make exchange and test new products! Thank you Alvina .
N@thy

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

oregon us/portugal swap complete!

2007-01-09T09:16:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Mariko Oregon, USA
Swapper2: Tania Portugal, Europe

Portuguese Stuff arrives in Oregon
Hey gang! Sorry this has taken FOREVER. Tania Ho in Portugal and I recently completed a swap. She sent me so much good stuff that I was embarrassed by what I sent her! I sent her a second package because I didn't want her to feel burned. Anyway, she sent me several very cool t-shirts, including the one in the photo. You can't tell, but it is fuzzy on the inside, so it is very cozy and warm. She also sent magazines, candy, a ton of lip balms, fabric, slipper sox, well, it was like a bottomless pit of goodness, and I was the lucky, lucky recipient. Woohoo!
Mariko

US stuff arrives in Portugal
The lovely and talented Mariko really spoiled me with her packages. She sent me the cutest fabrics, loads of candies, yummy dark chocolate (yes, it's half gone already .. what can I say ? we love dark chocolate), a fantastic knitting magazine, goodies from her recent trip to Japan and not one but three lipglosses that I'm planning to use all winter long (hershey's chocolate, burt's bees raspberry and japanese cherry ... humm, all so delicious).
Tania

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff

Make the most of us!

2007-01-05T09:39:00.000+09:00

In a universe-first here at Gimme we've had a fantastic article written for us by one of our members! Read on and learn how to avoid disappointing swaps, and get the most out of Gimme Your Stuff (except you can't have my computer or anything...)
Rikki

SWAPPING ON GIMME

After a few disappointing swaps, I thought it would be a good idea to put together a few hints and tips to try to help others avoid the frustration of getting a parcel full of things you just don't want! This is by no means an exhaustive list, but just my hints on how to get more out of your swapping and to get what you want every time!

Take time to learn a little about your swap partner. If you don't, you could end up sending things that they won't like or use. Likewise, if you can exchange a few emails and work in a few of your likes and dislikes into the conversation, you could avoid disappointment.

Don't be afraid to be honest! If your swap partner mentions that they are going to send something that you plain hate, speak up! If you are honest from the outset about your hopes from the swap parcel, you should hopefully get what you want!

Agree a theme and/or value for your package. If you and your swap partner have similar interests, e.g you are both knitters or you both are avid cat lovers, then why not make your swap themed? If you don't have a particular hobby, you could even make your swap chocolate themed or even swap stationery. If you don't want to go for a theme, it's a good idea to agree on an amount of money to spend on each other to ensure an even swap.

Plan ahead. If you're swapping at a busy time, for example Christmas, then make sure you leave plenty of time to post in time for your agreed "send by" date. It's also a good idea to do a bit of quick research into postage times/costs before agreeing your swap, or you could be in for a nasty surprise! It's worth bearing in mind that postal costs to overseas destinations in some countries are very expensive compared to others, so a "light items" theme could come in handy sometimes!

Remember why you're doing this! It can be easy after a disappointing swap to become downhearted or for you to even not want to do another - but by remembering why you got into this in the first place, you'll soon be back on the swapping horse!

Swapping is a great way to learn a little about another culture or country, be it through food, clothing, stationery, craft stuff, photos ... the world really IS your oyster!

Sorry for the delay!

2006-12-30T19:33:00.000+09:00

Hi everyone (but not the rest of you) sorry for the delay in joining people up at the moment, we'll be back to usual after the Christmas ka-fuzzle has died down!! Feel free to get swapping and don't worry, we'll get you all added... promise!!!

france/california swappage complete

2006-12-27T20:17:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Sima California, USA
Swapper2: N@thy France, Europe

California to France
I liked too all the beautiful things Sima sent to me, it's a pleasure to make exchanges with her. Thank you very much sima!
N@thy

France to California
Nathy and I agreed to a second swap almost as soon as we were done with the first. We decided that Christmas themed music from our respective parts of the world would be fun to discover. She ended up sending me an early Christmas! I received a cd, lots of yummy tea to try, Toblerone instant coffee, soups, and the sweetest little felt chicken and ladybird notepad. Wonderful! I couldn't possibly photograph everything, so you're looking at Ptipouic posing with the very last of this year's tomatoes. Thanks again Nathy!
Sima

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

singapore/california complete

2006-12-27T16:25:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Kurogoma Singapore, Asia
Swapper2: Phyllis California, USA

From the US to Singapore
It was truly a great swap with Phyllis. She sent some really funky stationery and postcards, and a lot of delicious goodies. But what I really really love were the many assorted foodie-scented candles which I requested for. The box smelt marvelous upon opening! The swap was a lot of fun and I won't hesitate to swap with Phyllis again!
Kurogoma

Singapore sends stuff to the US
Another wonderful swap completed! This time Ivy in Singapore sent a whole bunch of sweets, yarn, children's books, Japanese knitting books, and souvenirs from Singapore, including a snow globe for my daughter's collection. Thank you, Ivy!! We've really been enjoying all the goodies.
Phyllis (dephal)

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Merry Christmas Gimme-ites!

2006-12-24T16:36:00.000+09:00

No swaps ready to post at the moment, but we wish you all a merry Christmas or other non-religious specific joy, and don't forget to get your pics in to us!

Malaysia/California Done!

2006-12-22T08:59:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Dreamy Mimi Malaysia, Asia
Swapper2: Phyllis California, USA

California to Malaysia
My very first swap package from Phyllis (Dephal) arrived in good time - we were both surprised!! I loved everything she sent! From my requested Domino mag (she sent me two issues, thanks!!) to craft supplies such as pretty ribbons and paper, boxes of sweets (i dug into the starbursts as soon as i saw them:P), a yummy lip gloss and this really cool Post It notepad with a bird motif which we do not get here just to name a few. Am still taking time to admire them, thanks so much Phyllis - you made my first swap perfect! I think this swap thingy may just get a little addicting- it's so much fun!
Dreamy Mimi

Malaysia to California
I received my package today from Dreamy Mimi in Malaysia. It arrived amazingly quickly, considering it apparently took a side trip courtesy of Homeland Security (who determined that Malay goodies offer no threats to the country, I guess). It was chock full of wonderful things! We've already started gobbling the candy, and I think the coconut cake and the tea are next. She made me some beautiful things, too, and she included lots of helpful notes on everything. Thank you, Amirah!!
Phyllis

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff

Singapore/England Complete

2006-12-21T09:15:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Alvina Singapore, Asia
Swapper2: Jean England UK

English stuff to Singapore
I just got a splendid parcel from the mailman today. It is a parcel from Jean in England. What a delight all my favourite Paperchase stationery, lots of chocolates, a gorgeous pendant, and lots more. Jean is a wonderful person to swap with. It was such good fun. Thanks Jean! Looking forward to swapping with you again.
Xoxo
Alvina (Craft Princess)

Singapore sends stuff to England
O what fun this swap was , as it was my first from a different place than USA (how i love the USA and all there lovely things).But what great things i got from Alvina , lovely Hello Kitty pad and little note papers along with some great sweets.And a beautiful pair of blue eyerings were my favourite little package

hidden in amoungst all the other swap stuff. thanks Alvina for a great swap

Jean xx

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Ohio/England Complete!

2006-12-20T09:19:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Katherine Ohio, USA
Swapper2: Jean England, UK

American Stuff to England

Another great swap , from another great Gimme Your Stuff person All the way from USA to England , lots of lovely things arrived in a box jam packed.Hostess cakes were grabbed and eaten by my husband who just loves these cakes .Were as Olivia and i shared the candies.There were also two great cooking magazines and some little glass animals , very sweet. So that's me hooked to Gimme Your Stuff swapping, and i have another two going on and another one i am sorting for early next year.

Cheers Jean xx

From England to America
Oh, what fun swapping is. I swap with Jean in England and just knew I'd enjoy everything she sent. On Friday last, the postman rang the doorbell and brought me bliss in a box.
Inside I found the most wonderful goodies. Being a Beatrice Potter fan since childhood, I had requested the Jean send me a plush Beatrice Potter something or other. I opened the package to discover a plush Jemima Puddleduck (my very favorite character) Ty Beanie Baby. Jean tells me it's exclusive to the UK. How exciting! She also sent two BP Postcards, a tiny calendar (how precious), some yummy chocolate, bath products and a beautiful necklace that I've been wearing every day. Ah yes, and a paperback copy of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. I'm a happy swapper, for certain. I hope to swap with Jean again soon!
Katherine

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Portugal/Singapore Done!

2006-12-19T08:57:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Flor Portugal, Europe
Swapper2: Salvagesistas Singapore, Asia

Singaporean stuff to Portugal
This was my first swap and I'm very happy about it.
Ade, from Singapore, sent me lots of wonderful things.
In the picture you can see one the fridge magnets she
sent me and also some lovely Singaporean fabrics. I
received a lot of other things: an Australian craft
magazine, photos of her and her close family, Indian
poupourri, handmade jewelry, vintage earrings,
traditional Chinese mooncake, Hello Kitty fridge
magnets, and several appetizers that I loved.
Thank you so much Ade, it was great swapping with you
:-) Flor

From Portugal to Singapore

My sister received our package from Flor, when i was out at work that day. Drey opened the package and went wow... wow. I got really excited and wanted to end work quickly to go home. We loved the chocolates and the children's illustration book, it's lovely, loved the illustrations.

Personally, i loved the Portugese souvenir the most, i'm gonna hang it in my living room.The hand knitted scarf is beautiful, but i can't use it in hot hot Singapore. I will use it in my next trip to Perth in June next year. =) Thanks so much Flor, loved everything that you sent. We wanna swap with you again. ;)
Ade (Salvagesistas)

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Scotland/Thailand Done!

2006-12-18T09:19:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Clairol Scotland, Europe
Swapper2: Chilliz Thailand, Asia

Thai stuff to Scotland

I just finished a swap with chilliz (Liz) in Thailand and I am the happiest swapper in town!

In my small but perfectly formed package was a great wedge of stickers, including some for my computer keyboard, some San-x things, a postcard, a CD that Liz had made up of some of her favourite tunes (about 10 hours worth!) along with an annotated tracklist, some chewing gum of various flavours, seeds to snack on, some beaded jewellery, a Hello Kitty geisha keychain and... my favourite thing of all swaps ... a fabric covered stuffed monkey! I ADORE the monkey! I collect sock monkeys and Liz, without knowing included this in my package.

Here's the monkey in his new home, pride of place on my desk at work!

Can't wait to swap with Liz again, what a great parcel to have received on a dull day at work!

Clairol

Scottish stuff to Thailand
I've recently done a swap with Claire (Clairol) in Glasgow, Scotland. It was wonderful! Claire very kindly sent me lots of bathtime treats, some divine vanilla fudge, a little toy monkey, a badge from her online shop........it was so fabulous, and, again, it arrived just in time for my birthday! Much appreciated when I am so far away from home! So, thankyou so much, Claire, and also to GYS for doing this! p.s. The tattoo on my back was a birthday present from my fiance - beautiful, huh? I hope this photo breaks no nudity laws! ;0)
Chilliz

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Portugal/Canada Teresa Swap Complete!

2006-12-15T09:18:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Teresa Canada, North America
Swapper2: Teresa Portugal, Europe

Portugal to Canada
I love Portuguese swappers! They've all put together the nicest packages for me! Teresa sent me a great bundle, including great goodies like yarn (which I can't wait to start knitting with!), some very pretty jewellery (2 pairs of earrings and a ring), some bird fabric, some Christmas loose leaf tea from Germany (very yummy!), a rooster magnet and teatowel, a great little cork coaster with the rooster again and a pretty bird tree ornament. Here he is sitting on my Christmas tree. Thanks so much Teresa!
Teresa

Canada to Portugal
I am not sure if Teresa was thinking of a winter theme or not, but here I am feeling miserable about winter and she sent me a package which really cheered me up with the things I go through in winter: she sent me labello lipbalms in flavours not available here ( am in love with the grape. Really huge rec, that grape labello is marvelous), adorable tissues with a Penguin which i am saving for the holiday season parties, tea, soaps for the scalding hot baths I love in winter, a brooch to cheer up winter coats, extra strong tictacs and a handmade ( by her?) pouch I could just crawl into since it is so cozy. But the star of the package was definitely the bear she made, here he is, poor bear, trying to escape from Canadian winter to unheated Portugal. I will take good care of him, he was already sunning himself in the window today. I am just not quite sure what his name is, ideas? Thank you Teresa!
Teresa

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

California/Portugal Complete

2006-12-14T08:43:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Teresa Portugal, Europe
Swapper2: Sima California, USA

California to Portugal
Sima sent me some gorgeous kimono scraps. I am not sure I will ever dare DO anything to them, I am not worthy, but these are so beautiful to just look and touch and try to imagine how the original garment was like. I just love these. She sent some gorgeous stationery, an adorable handmade dragonfly notebook, a cute soap, pretty beads, yummy lipbalms, and sugar free sour candies in tins, which is just my vice ( tins as well. Love having tins to put things in). I was curious about Sharpie pens, and Sima sent me a dozen, fabulous colors, just hope I am able to control myself about where I try them! And last but not least at all, puppy goodness, a beautiful postcard and a fabulous scarf! Thanks so much again Sima!
Teresa

Portugal to California
I had a wonderful package from Teresa last week! It was full of Portuguese goodness, including a tea towel, Brazilian Mate tea, dark chocolate (YUM), a beautiful red yarn, buttons, and other wonderful things. The photo is of three excellent postcards she included with yummy sounding Portuguese recipes. I can't wait to try the chocolate & pear cake :)
Sima
[Note about the pic: I'm a developer of sorts at a science and technology museum in San Jose, California. My latest project has been this exhibit, View from Space, that uses a projection system to put images of Earth on a giant (5 1/2 feet across) sphere. The system is from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and is pictured showing the Blue Marble image that is so popular. But, it can also show data like last year's hurricane season, a simulation of the Indian Ocean tsunami, and even images of any planet NASA has sent a satellite past! The postcards are leaning up against a kiosk that allows our visitors to choose what they want to look at and even rotate the image. I call it the Master Control Station :)]

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Ohio/Victoria Completed!

2006-12-13T09:04:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Katherine Ohio, USA
Swapper2: Melly & Me Victoria, Australia

From Victoria to Ohio
I just had a wonderful swap. I mean to say, it was so generous and personalized, I was nearly in tears. Beautiful. Rosie and Melly made me a fish flossie (their term for the lovely plush they make), and a beautiful linen purse and coin pouch. They also made me some beautiful heart ornaments out of fabric. The whole gift was wrapped neatly in a box with a clasp, and tied in a ribbon. They even sent OTHER goodies, which was completely unexpected. Two packages of Tim Tams( My boyfriend ate 3/4th's of a box last night), Passionfruit TicTacs(Yum!), Chocolate covered Macademia Nuts(Double Yum), and some really cool life savers( although it's the first candy I've ever tasted flavored with musk), Eucalyptus scented candles, Robot postit notes, two adorable erasers, a pencil that is completely flexible( I've been wearing it like a necklace) and a couple of other wonderful treasures! It was amazing trading with these two, and I'd do it again in a heartbeat.
Katherine

From Ohio to Victoria
Today we were greeted by a lovely package in the mail from Katherine (Katy) our 2nd swap partner in Ohio, USA. Rosie and I met up for lunch in our favourite bakery and opened the package with so much excitement and anticipation. We were so delighted with our package! We literally squealed when we saw the strawberry milk plush by Heidi Kenney who's work is some of our favourite. Katy also hand made us an octopus amigurumi which is so cute and so clever and lots of delicious chocolate (which was so premium and delicious - yummy!) a cute cosmetics bag as well as some lovely vintage fabric. We love this swap Katy - Thanks so much!!
Melly & Me

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

California/Thailand Done!

2006-12-12T08:45:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Chilliz Thailand, Asia
Swapper2: Phyllis California, USA

California to Thailand
I've done a swap with Dephal in California. Here in Thailand, I got a huge box of things (nicely timed to coincide with my birthday). For me, there was a great magazine, some packets of seasoning mixes for various Tex-Mex dishes, some delicious honey-orange almonds, lots of mini-soaps from Phyllis's recent hotel visit, a handmade necklace.......and for the 60 Thai kids I teach, she also sent funky pencils, real 1970's-style bubble gum with the coolest wrappers, and little plastic frogs that hop when you press their tails down. I had a party with the kids for my birthday, and I gave all 60 of them a pencil, gum and frog combo! They were so delighted! Thankyou, Phyllis, it's been great fun! You have made 60 Thai children very, very happy! And one English woman. :0)
Chilliz

Thailand to California
I received my package today from Liz in Thailand. I can barely get all the goodies into a single picture. She sent me all sorts of just wonderful things--it took me a long time just to unpack the box! Thank you, Liz, for everything!
And thank you, GYS, for making all this possible. I've now completed several swaps with people all over the world (and several more are in progress), and I have never had so much fun with the mail in my life. Not a single swap has disappointed me.
Phyllis

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff

Canada/Portugal Complete!

2006-12-11T09:04:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Teresa Canada, North America
Swapper2: Flor Portugal, Europe

Portugal to Canada
Flor sent me a wonderful package – it’s Christmas early here! She knew that I like birds, so she sent me a lovely themed package with several birds. I got some great bird-printed fabric, some bird stamps from all over the world (Zambia, Portugal, Angola, Brasil, Belgium), a little penguin with bubble bath in it (and a cow too), 2 different types of chocolate which were readily eaten! Some loose leaf tea, knitting patterns and 2 different types of yarn. She also made me a hat and scarf (very usful right now, it’s getting cold!) It was such a great package of wonderful stuff, I had difficulty choosing what I wanted to photograph. I ended up snapping a pic of the pretty necklace she made for me: bird themed, with a couple of budgies on it!
Teresa

Canada to Portugal
This was my second swap and it couldn't have been better. Teresa is such a dear, she sent me a lot of things that she knew that I would love: the last issue of Vogue Knitting magazine; this wonderful yarn in one of my favourite colours; a lovely rubber stamp; a book pet bookmark; stickers with cats ;-); a lovely felt pin, very good to use now in the Winter; lots of candies; tea bags; homemade stitch markers; and, finally, this really cute bear that I love and that she made herself. You can see it in the picture already at home between my books. Isn't he lovely? Thanks Teresa for the great package, I hope we can make another swap sometime.
Flor

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Badge Sale!

2006-12-08T16:36:00.000+09:00

That's right, kids! for some amount of time only, you can get this neat mini-badge and four of it's friends for the super sale price of US$4.40 + postage. What a fine deal! Why not buy a set to share in your Gimme swaps? You'd be the coolest. Go here for badge goodness!

Singapore/Netherlands Complete!

2006-12-08T09:20:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Monique Netherlands, Europe
Swapper2: Kurogoma Singapore, Asia

Singapore sends stuff to the Netherlands
Ivy and I have already completed our swap. I received some wonderful fabrics,some lovely craft supplies and an absolutely wonderful knitting magazine! This was just a great swap!
Monique

From the Netherlands to Singapore
I swapped with Monique (Netherlands) She was my very first swapper and I was her second I think. so we are both pretty new at it. That was probably why we were a little conservative in our swap. Yet, when I opened my package, lots of good ole European goodness fell out of the bag. Monique stuffed so much chocolate and candies into the envelope, and even included a pouch of cosmetics. It was a great surprise and I felt like a child at Christmas gleefully opening it up. I will try my best to spread my loot over several days. Please wish me luck!
Kurogoma

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Scotland/Kansas Done

2006-12-07T08:49:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Clairol Scotland, Europe
Swapper2: Krista Kansas, USA

US stuff to Scotland
My parcel from Krista arrived this morning and was immediately torn open to find greeting cards, gum, candy, cosmetics and a magazine all the way from Kansas! Thanks Krista!
Clairol

Scottish stuff to Kansas
I was like a little kid on Christmas opening my package from Clairol in Scotland. It smelled so good! The first thing I saw was a beautiful hand made scarf, which I'm wearing in one of the photos. Then I found out what smelled so good inside the package - a scented soap bar. Other items included pamphlets about Scotland, a recipe book, an ornament, coin purse, sticker and candy. Thanks to Claire for such a great swap! I can't wait to wear my new scarf!
Krista

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

USA/Italy Complete

2006-12-06T09:25:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Jamie Utah, USA
Swapper2: Evelyn Italy, Europe

From Utah to Europe
When I receive the package I was totally amazed! Jamie sent so many beautiful (and good!) things...Candies, Chocolate, magazines, wool yards, some Hello Kitty stuff, a mug and a toy for my son. Thank you Jamie!
Evelyn

From Italy to the US
Here's what came from Italy: lots of sweets-Budino (pudding), these awesome cookies from a town called Varese called Brutti e Buoni (ugly and good), Galatine-milk candies, Novi milk chocolate bar from Piemonte that my husbnad has been hording. He said today that he's going to have a box shipped from Italy that is full of only this chocolate bar. A sugary candy with almonds called Torrone, some super yummy chocolate cookies called Tartufo, and for the babies, the cutest little soft kitten purse and two of Evelyn's precious handmade bracelets and a brooch for my little 4 year old. She absolutely loves them and we loved getting everything. Thank you Eve! I also loved the little notes attached to everything so I knew what everything was. Very cool.
Jamie

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Sweden/Australia Done

2006-12-05T09:15:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Malin Sweden, Europe
Swapper2: Kwoozy Victoria, Australia

Aussie Stuff arrives in Sweden
From Pei came quite unexpected a package from Australia/Singapore (so soon!). I got some requested candy (limited edition KitKats and FruitRollUps - my new favourite), an owl (part of the owl project), a pink turtle, three kinds of Jap stationary, Cinnamoroll fridge magnets, Hello Kitty tape, Re-ment and more. I asked for some Gothic Lolita Hello Kitty, but it wasn't possible to find, so I got this tape instead, and as you can see, it was very nice. Thanks a lot Pei - you always know how to make a girl happy!
Malin

Swedish stuff arrives in Australia
The second package proves again the swiftness of the Swedish post. It arrived so quick from Malin and was also part of the swap for owl #5. Malin shared with me a part of the Swedish Xmas - pretty advent calendar card, Glogg spices, straw goats, cookie cutters. We are so looking forward to making Glogg and the Halmbockar (straw goats) is too adorable! She also made me wonderful things - tote bag; felt owl and dino magnets; moomin pincushion and cards. Oh, and there was a cool owl print card too! It is any wonder that this is our third swap? Thanks Malin!
Kwoozy

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff

Japan/kansas complete!

2006-12-04T09:03:00.000+09:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Krista Kansas, USA
Swapper2: Roo Japan, Asia

From Japan to Kansas
I came home to a bright pink package in my mailbox and was so excited! It included some Hello Kitty stuff (calendar, cups, organizer and forks), postcards, tea, candy, photos and a catalog. The candy looked so yummy that I had to try it before I took my photo. It was like a strawberry sucker on the outside and vanilla wafer on the inside - SO DELICIOUS! Thanks for the great swap!
Krista

From Kansas to Japan
I received my package from Krista from Kansas yesterday and what a lovely package it was, everything in the package was great, lovely sweets and photo,cute cokkie cutter! can't wait to use it. My girl got cute sticker and i got good card made by Krista herself, and body wash and magazine. Thanks a lot Krista for this great swap it was a joy to receive such a lovely package!!
she so kind person Thank you wonderful swap!
Roo

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

California/Singapore 2 Done!

2006-11-30T07:56:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Phyllis California, USA
Swapper2: Alvina Singapore, Asia

Singapore to California
And I got my wonderful package from Alvina today! Way too many wonderful things to list: snacks, beautiful earrings, stuff for the kids and my hubby, a gorgeous blouse, great yarn, a cute cute hat... It was better than my birthday! Nothing beats getting a package in the mail from a
great GYS swap pal!
Phyllis

California to Singapore
I just received yet another huge parcel from Phyllis today. This is our second swap and it just keeps getting better. She got me Paul Frank stuff which is my favourite, lovely fabric, beautiful boxes and more! We are planning for our third swap this new year. Phyllis just sends the best
parcels ever.
Lots of love,
Alvina (craft princess)

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff

Scotland/Singapore Done!

2006-11-28T08:15:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Clairol Scotland, Europe
Swapper2: Salvagesistas Singapore, Asia

Singaporean stuff to Scotland
Adeline (Salvagesistas) and I set up a swap between me in Scotland and Singapore. I received a great package with lots of 'porean candy, some lovely fabrics, some postcards, Christmas decoration and some handmade jewellery. All delightful and gratefully received! Thanks! :)
Clairol

Scottish stuff to Singapore
I received a package that evening in my room. It was from Claire, i opened it and loved everything in it. The fabric was lovely, it's definitely something i don't get here.
I also love the badges!!! =) Especially the cloth one, the ape's cute. Something that i loved the most was the DISCO BERET! It's best for the year end rainy season. Let's swap again next time!
Cheers,
Ade (Salvagesistas)

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

California/Netherlands Done

2006-11-27T08:59:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Phyllis California, USA
Swapper2: Mimmelli Netherlands, Europe

Netherlands to the California
I just got my second package today from Myriam (Mimmelli) in the Netherlands. It took forever to arrive, but it was worth waiting for. Among the wonderful goodies was a bunny and a ghost that Myriam made herself, and yarn that was spun near her home. My kids are already
enjoying the Dutch book and stickers. Thanks to Myriam for a wonderful swap, and big thanks to GYS for making all this fun possible!
Phyllis

California to Netherlands
A few weeks ago my package from Phyllis arrived. It was filled with the most amazing things: yarn, crochet magazines, candy (which didn't last, obviously :o)), a very cool pincushion, a lovely children's book and plenty more stuff for the kids.
They just came running and took everything they thought was for them, I was hardly able to take a propper picture, hahaha.
My son just loves his 'thomas engine', he takes it with him to sleep almost every night and my daughter still runs around the house singing bippidiboppidiboo, bewitching everything and everyone.
Thank you Phyllis for the swap and putting these smiles on my kids' faces.
Myriam (Mimmelli)

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Washington/Netherlands Done

2006-11-24T08:08:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Erika Netherlands, Europe
Swapper2: Sasha Washington, USA

USA to the Netherlands
I received my package from Sasha from Seattle last week and what a lovely package it was, it's so great to have a swap partner who totally understands your taste, everything in the package was great, lovely fabrics, a great Japanese patternbook, can't wait to use it. The girls got a cute hairpin made by Sasha herself, small calendars and a lovely hankie. Thanks a lot Sasha for this great swap it was a joy to receive such a lovely package.
Erika

Netherlands to the USA
We received the most generous swap package yesterday from Erika of Miko Design, I am truly overwhelmed! There were the sweet wrap dresses that she sewed for both of my girls (!) just lovely, I wish I had a better picture of them but the girls were too excited to stand still and they put them right on over the clothes they were wearing. I barely got this shot as they wanted to go play with all of the fun new things.
She also sent bags to match the dresses, a lovely banner, ladybug clips, stickers, notpads, kitty cat washcloths, miniature Dutch shoes (these were a big hit!), a Dutch kids figurine, rubber stamps, fabric, ribbon, magnets, a couple of great magazines for me... So much I don't think I could list it all. Really truly amazing, my girls were beyond thrilled, it was like Christmas. And the most beautiful wrapping, it was so lovely, I wish I had taken pictures before we tore everything open.
Sasha

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Singapore/Victoria Complete!

2006-11-23T08:26:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Melly & Me Victoria, Australia
Swapper2: Salvagesistas Singapore, Asia

Singaporean stuff to Australia
Yesterday we received our first swap from salvagesistas. We were so excited to get together last night and open our little package - we were like two little children on Christmas day. Once we opened our package we were so happy with all our lovely little things. They made us wonderful, funky jewellery and really cute cupcake pin cushions. They gave us hello kitty
chopsticks and a pencil case and lots of yummy goodies. We had so much fun and cant wait to do more swaps with other countries.
Melly & me

Aussie stuff to Singapore
Melly & me sent us loads of starburst candy, passionfruit tictacs (our favourite!), timtams, fabric, trims and buttons and two craft magazines. They have also sewn us a beautiful bag each! There were 2 packs of cards designed by them too. We love the bags a lot! =) Swapping with them was great!
Salvagesistas

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Gimme Your Stuff Shop 2

2006-11-21T08:05:00.000+08:00

In the absence of having peoples pics to post, you all get this post again! (Get those pics in!!)

Well, you asked for it* and here it is, the brand spankin' new Gimme Your Stuff Shop. Yes, advertise this site to your hearts' content in our lovely apparel for the man, woman or child! Don't wear clothes? Well, why not have a coffee from your new Gimme Mug while you peruse our fabulous other items.

Imagine the Christmas (or other non-religious specific holiday) presents you could buy! You are cool, and so is buying our stuff. Keep checking back, as the shop's being updated as we speak, and be sure to let us know what you think/leave us suggestions right here.
Has a lovely day Gimme-ites!

*not actually true.

Holland/Denmark Complete!

2006-11-20T08:23:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Erika Netherlands, Europe
Swapper2: Malene Denmark, Europe

Denmark to the Netherlands
Hello I'm Erika from Holland and i just recieved my first swap, it came from Denmark from Malene. Malene made a great package, everything beautifully wrapped. There where some great handmade skirts for the girls, some cushions, for me a beautiful basket with Danish goodies Some fabrics and a great craft magazine. The girls and me jumped round the table it really felt like Christmas and my birthday at ones . What a great way to meet people I can't wait to do another swap.
Erika

Netherlands to Denmark
Ok who is the most happy girl right now? I received a very beautiful packed parcel from Erika yesterday and look what was inside.....
Fabrics, magazines (my favorites), candy, cookies, small stamps, stickers, paper, 3 beautiful wrapped parcel for my kids and a cute little bag with a very lovely flag-garland.
My kids were very surprised and they opened their parcel and were even more surprised. Anton got some very nice stickers, he could fill-out with the pens that followed together with some nice stickers. Emma and Laura received each a cute handmade bag and inside the bag there were an apron with the same cake deko as on the bag. And there were more: small play cakes and others stuff in wood. They just kept saying "yes, yes juhu!!!".
Thank you very much, Erika, Mila and Sofia. I can only say, that I had a fantastic swap and that we're all ready planning to do one more before Christmas.
Warm greetings from a cold an rainy Denmark
Malene

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Singapore/London Complete

2006-11-17T08:50:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Salvagesistas Singapore, Asia
Swapper2: Katie Kaboom London, UK

Singapore to London
A great swap, small but a joy to receive, made all more the enjoyable by the little notes describing everything. Who knew such a small swap could be so fun. Ade is a person worth swapping with if you like nice surprises.
In terms of what I sent, for her love of vintage, I tried to do something quite fitting, I try to personalise the swaps I do to the persons likes.
Katie Kaboom

London to Singapore
When we thought it's lost, it came right at our doorstep that morning! I was so excited!
The packaging is really beautiful. Katie wrapped each gift in gold wrapper and placed them nicely in a box which she wrapped with a London-style paper. This is the most beautiful swap!
Salvagesistas (Ade)

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Welcome to Gimme Chat

2006-11-15T08:54:00.000+08:00

Hi kids, and welcome to the wonders of Gimme Chat! To your left you may or may not see a button - nay portal - to our new Gimme Chat Room. Check out who's on the site with our nifty visitor's flags (also to the left) then have a chat to them! We're giving it a bit of a test run, so give it a burl, chat with some Gimme friends and let us know what you think. Finally, don't forget to send your pics in of your fantabulous swaps!

Scotland/Wisconsin Swap complete

2006-11-14T08:25:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Clairol Scotland, Europe
Swapper2: Sunny Wisconsin, USA

US stuff to Scotland
I received a parcel of JOY this morning - a crafter's delight! We had set up a pretty loose swap but I was delighted to get some fabulous yarn, some great beads, kettle chips from Wisconsin, a fab knitting magazine for inspiration and my favourite Extra gum! You can see from the attached photo it really was a marvelous parcel!

I'm now inspired to swap more - look out swapees!

Clairol

Scottish stuff to the US
I received the most amazing parcel in the mail on Friday from Claire... filled with a long, colorful scarf that I immediately wound around my neck and have gotten tons of compliments on, a handmade necklace that is beautiful, lots of candy from around the world. a Scotland pen and postcard with a delighful note about each item in the parcel. I'm quite please and am looking forward to future swaps with Clairol and others!

Thank you for setting up this way to swap with others around the world. My first swap was such fun!

Sunny

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Kansas/Sweden Swap Complete!

2006-11-13T08:20:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Agnetha Sweden, Europe
Swapper2: Krista Kansas, USA

From Kansas to Sweden
Krista is a really nice person and I loved swapping with her!! I can really recommend her!! It's funny how nice it is to swap stuff with someone who lives so many miles away from you!! Agnetha

From Sweden to Kansas
This was my first swap and I couldn't have asked for a better partner than Agnetha from Sweden. Do we win the record for the youngest swap partners recorded to date? The main focus of this swap were items for our little bundles of joy. Nate, my 3 month old, received an adorable onesie, some cars, and some pacifiers. The package also included goodies for mom (that'd be me), such as a delicious chocolate bar, gummy candies, fruit chews, Swedish meatball seasoning, soup and lots of other goodies. Thanks for getting me hooked!
Krista

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff

Singapore/Sweden Swap additional photo by popular request...

2006-11-10T09:11:00.000+08:00

If you don't know what this is all about, I'm not going to tell you :) - RikkiAnd the requested picture of the Hello Kitty sanitary pads I got in my swap with Alvina in Singapore. It wasn't more exciting than this, I'm afraid...

Malin

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff, Swap, Exchange, International

Sweden/California Swappage Complete

2006-11-08T08:13:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Agnetha Sweden, Europe
Swapper2: Sima California, USA

From California to Sweden
I did recieve my package from Sima!! And I LOVED it!!! So many fun new things to try!! She's a great person and I hope to trade with her again!! Such a nice person!!! And such many cool and fun stuff to recieve!!!
Agnetha

From Sweden to California
I'm writing to report another wonderful swap - this time from Agnetha in Sweden. She sent an envelope absolutely filled with sweeties and tasty treats. One of the more interesting candies was... a gummi hamburger! I'm looking forward to trying the rosehip, blueberry, and raspberry soups. And something else I've never had - Swedish meatballs!
Sima (daydreamdesigner)

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff

Portugal/California Swap Complete

2006-11-07T08:22:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Teresa Portugal, Europe
Swapper2: Babs California, USA

California to Portugal
Babs sent me a package which was just right and timely. She sent me some fabulous fabrics, one of which came just handy for a project I had to finish. I love the tshirt she sent me, weather cooperated nicely and got to wear it already. When she suggested sending me a Japanese jewelry book, of course I agreed because one can never have too many japanese craft books (don't dare to contradict me there or you will send me into an existential quandary), but when it got here it was about macramé of which I know nothing and meant to learn! To top it off, some lovely sour candies and some very bold lovely tictacs.
Loved it, thanks!
Teresa

Portugal to California
Another package filled with fun arrived at my door last week! This package is from Teresa in Portugal. I've said it before, and I say it again: I just love Portugal!
Teresa sent me all sorts of beautiful things. Tea towels, sweets, a children's book, a magnet, a mix CD of traditional Portuguese music, tea, trim, yarn, postcards, soap and an assortment of items with the Galo de Barcelos on them. My favorites? Teresa sent me a handmade bag & a pair of handmade earrings!! I've already put the bag and earrings to good use. I can't wait to listen to the CD and try the candy. I have big plans for the yarn.
Also in the package was another little treat: a vintage saco-guardanapo. There is a better photo of it to the left (it got covered by the CD in the photo above). The embroidery is exquisite!
MUITO OBRIGADA, Teresa! This is such a fantastic package. Thank you also for all your wonderful emails during the swap! =)
Babs

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff

Denmark/California Swap Complete!

2006-11-06T08:28:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Babs California, USA
Swapper2: Malene Denmark, Europe

Denmark to California
Malene's package from Denmark arrive today! I have to admit, I've always had a small fasination with Denmark. Particularly after watching that silly Julia Stiles movie "The Prince & Me" a few years ago. That movie completely satisfied the little girl in me.
I mean, come on! Every little girl dreams of marrying a prince! Especially if the prince looks like Luke Mably!
So Malene send all sorts of nice things my way: postcards, a crafting magazine, a children's book, stickers, paper, little toys, and felted flowers. My favorite was the tin post mail box, where children can use it as a piggy bank (i.e. money bank). It even comes with little vintage style keys to lock up the box! Too cute!!
THANK YOU Malene, for sharing Denmark with me! I hope to travel there someday!
Babs

California to Denmark
I received this great package from Babs in California. Lots of cute fabrics, collage craft stuff, candy (yummy), stickers and a great Japanese craft book. My children loved the Jellybeans and the stickers - my favourite is Hello Kitty...
It didn't take a long time for the package to get from the USA to Denmark. I had much fun swapping and I will definitely do it again - I have about 6 swaps going on and can't wait to show you the packages when they arrive here.
Best regards,
Malene

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff

Welcome to the Gimme Shop!

2006-11-03T11:23:00.000+08:00

Well, you asked for it* and here it is, the brand spankin' new Gimme Your Stuff Shop. Yes, advertise this site to your hearts' content in our lovely apparel for the man, woman or child! Don't wear clothes? Well, why not have a coffee from your new Gimme Mug while you peruse our fabulous other items.

Imagine the Christmas (or other non-religious specific holiday) presents you could buy! You are cool, and so is buying our stuff. Keep checking back, as the shop's being updated as we speak, and be sure to let us know what you think/leave us suggestions right here.
Has a lovely day Gimme-ites!

*not actually true.

California/England Kids have fun with swaps

2006-11-02T08:18:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Jean England, UK
Swapper2: Phyllis California, USA

California to England

What a great swap and i am just loving doing this .i was over the moon with all that lovely american candy and chocolate .Lots of wonderful smellies from the bath and body shop made me smell lovely . The picture's a great one with all the stuff and my daughter Olivia holding it all, she's similar in lots of ways to Phyllis' daughers. Great site glad i joined and i have 2 more swaps going on at the moment another USA and the other from SINGAPORE!

Cheers
Jean

England to California
My package from Jean in England made it to California in record time. It contained a chocolate hoard (including my favorite--Curly Wurly), yarn and pattern, a snowglobe for my daughter's collection, a Lush bubble bar, a stamping magazine, and a beautiful necklace that Jean made. Here it is enjoying a windy fall day. Thanks, Jean! I'm thrilled!
Phyllis

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff

Do de do de do

2006-11-01T12:17:00.000+08:00

There's a bit of thumb twiddling going on here at Gimme HQ, we know there's plenty of swaps going on, but we need your pics for the postin'!

California/Singapore Done!

2006-10-30T08:28:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Phyllis California, USA
Swapper2: Alvina Singapore, Asia

Singapore to California
Alvina in Singapore sent me the most wonderful package! My models here are showing only a few of the things we received--an Australian t-shirt with an octopus on it, Hello Kitty marshmallows, chopsticks, great yarn, and a children's book. There's a picture of all the loot on my blog (dephal.blogspot.com), including 2 pairs of Alvina's beautiful earrings.
Thank you, Alvina!!
Phyllis

California to Singapore
I received a HUGE parcel today from the mailman. In fact, it is the biggest parcel that I've ever received in my whole entire life! Best of all it is overflowing with goodness! I ABSOLUTELY LOVE everything. They are all perfect. Phyllis totally understood my style and she sent more than what we both initially agreed on. Check it out. This is truly wonderful and I am so happy. Thanks Phyllis.. Let's get ready for another swap!
xoxo Alvina (craft princess)

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff

Another Australia/Austria swap completed!

2006-10-27T07:47:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Carolyne Adelaide, Australia
Swapper2: Barbara Austria, Europe

From Austria to Australia
Barbara and I had agreed to do this swap with a slight twist: I posted her Australian package from the Netherlands, and received her Austrian one there. Happily, it all went according to plan and I sat in a hotel room in Delft pulling the following from a fat padded bag: Patchwork magazine (German), 4 types of ribbon, 5 cuts of fabric (I think I'll make myself a summer t-shirt out of the spotted one), tourist information & a postcard from her hometown (Graz), a variety of buttons and beads, a tiny glass cat, a bookmark, a beaded necklace she made me (it's the perfect length!), delicious hazelnut wafers and other chocolate/candy, and the funniest thing - a sheet of koala stickers! Barbara also explained all these things in a lovely letter, and I hope that we can continue to exchange emails (and perhaps other swaps?) as we did in the lead-up to this swap.
Carolyne

And from Australia to Austria
Because I have a certain interest in Adelaide, I asked Carolyne whether she would swap with me - and she did. Now, Carolyne is amazing, all the things she does, wow - and one of those things is make amazing bags. Now, imagine my excitement when she said she'd make one for *me*! How great is that? So here, in the pictures, my fantastic new bag is going out big time.
In fact, to the opera! Sadly, no picture of the opera house, as that is currently being renovated. But! Picture of the street just outside the opera, and bonus: picture taken inside, during the break. As you can see, Carolyne's bag has been taken to see Carmen. :)
Carolyne also sent me an Adelaide shirt, some Australian souvenir goodness, some postcards, some sweets, and an Australian craft magazine! Plus, a whole load of beads - 5 little bags full! All that AND the bag! Suffice to say, I was completely blown away! Thanks Carolyne! :)
Barbara

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff

Tshirts for all in California/Austria Swap

2006-10-26T08:24:00.000+08:00

Swap Details:
Swapper1: Babs California, USA
Swapper2: Barbara Austria, Europe

Austria to California
When Barbara contacted me back in August for a swap, I just couldn't resist. I so rarely meet someone with my name that I just had to agree. After over a month of anticipation, Barbara's package finally arrived from Austria today!

Barbara sent all sorts of Austrian fun: a children's book, pamphlets about Graz, souvineers from Graz, a cute tee from Zara, and Austrian candies. I especially liked how she wrote little notes to explain all the items she sent. (I really appreciated the note attached to the book, telling me about the story line!) I also really liked the pamphlets about Graz she sent, I haven't had a chance to read them, but and looking forward to it as I love learning about new places.

THANK YOU, Barbara! I'm so glad we swapped. I've also enjoyed the emails we've been trading in the interim. Keep me posted on how the rock climbing goes! I hope you enjoy it as much as I do. =)
Babs

California to Austria
This was my first swap ever - and it was fantastic! I contacted Babs because we share our first name - and it was so amazing to receive this tightly packed envelope from California! Babs sent fabric, sweets, a t-shirt, a postcard and a little turtle charm - I love everything!
Among the sweets there was this one package of Pocky. Now, I read about Pocky a lot recently and I was so excited! Nevertheless, I managed to keep the box close for *one whole month* and then a bit, just to get a good picture for your interest! And actually, I decided on this little photo series. Now, three things I need to mention - my hair looks terrible because I came home from a sports class and had these pictures taken. The second thing, sorry about the bad lighting - my equally tired brother took the pictures after tired me switched off the flash for some reason. Third, my maybe unenthusiastic expression has nothing to do with Pocky...I'm just dead tired right now. Pocky is delicious! I loved it, my brother loved it! I will always happily receive Pocky donations from everyone!
Thanks Babs, it was so great to receive this package! :D
More can be read here.
Barbara

Tags: Gimme Your Stuff