I wasn’t sure where to post this, but I am joining a few swaps here lately. These are my first quilting swaps, but I have done many many scrapbooking swaps (as a participant and hostess), so I know how much work goes into doing a swap. I like to include a little gift for my hostesses as a thank you for their time spent swapping our items, but since I haven’t done any quilting swaps before, I am wondering if anyone could tell me what they usually include. I’d love some ideas!!

Thanks!
Rachel

Well how about a fat quarter pack with a ruler and matching thread. :-D

I have included a block just for the hostess. Not everyone can get every block, but I figure the hostess deserves an extra.

Great ideas ... will watch this topic :)

Usually, I will give a few fat quarters.A quilter can never have enough fabric.LOL

Thanks for starting this thread. I think the hostess should get a surprise (quilting related, fat quarters, pins, pincushions, etc.)

I am sooooo glad you mentioned this! I have been thinking about it, but how do we get the full name and address to send it? I would love to send the hostess something.

Margie

i have sent a FQ or two. i have also taken items out of my own notions and passed them on.(a new seam ripper,or spool of thread). i have also made an extra swap item up,wether it be a block or charms,or what ever your swapping.
I know it is not something that everyone can afford to do. it is something that is not expected, but appreciated.

i usually try to throw in a fq or some item that goes with the swap we are doing...usually a fq though

If it's not a swap where you are mailing directly to the hostess, I am sure you could just ask the host for their address. As stated a hostess gift is not a requirement at all, but I am sure it is appreciated.

Thanks everyone so much for all your ideas, I was kind of thinking along the same lines. Some fabric, charms, or an extra block or two. I just wanted to see what everyone else's thoughts were too.

Cheers!
Rachel