check out all the older swaps. they will give you some great ideas.things aren't always sewing themes. you could look for a nice purse size tablet,journal,phonebook,Candy,or snacks, needles,thread,patterns, something from your state,check out the remnants at the local store.purse size sew kit, quilt magazine. good luck quiltedcomforts. the idea is to have fun and that is in the giving and the recieving.surprises are always fun. Mary