Onebyone

I have started cleaning out and getting rid of stash that I have to drag out or get a step stool to reach. I don't need that much stuff in my quilting life. I loved it once and it was fun collecting it. Now it needs to find a new person to store it. I think of it as it was fun to have you here for such a long time but your stay is over.

b.zang

Here's an idea that a couple of local businesses have hatched. They are hosting a craft supply exchange. Donations are dropped off ahead of time and if a person donates, they become a VIP. On swap day, VIPs have an hour first thing in the morning, and then the swap is open for 5 hours. There is an admission cost of $10 which then covers what is taken away. What a great opportunity to exchange supplies for a craft you no longer do, such as painting, beading, macrame, or whatever for supplies that fit your current interests. Not a place to "dump junk" but clear out space housing the past.

I can see libraries hosting something like this as well as businesses. I think it's a great idea. The admission and any donations will support the local Santa's Anonymous program. Win-win.