Let me attempt to change the subject! :roll: One good reason to join swaps is to make new friends.
The doll quilt swaps I coordinate are open to everyone. We have swappers of every level and very few guidelines to follow. My vision for these swaps was to promote camaraderie, practice quilting techniques, and have fun. And we have lots of fun!
If you're looking for a particular skill level, fabric quality or choice, and/or quilting mind readers then perhaps you'll find more enjoyment watching from the sidelines. I think that would be fun too.