Originally Posted by LovinMySoldier
The last one the I was in each swapper sent 3 sets of 40 5inch squares. So 120 squares total. 3 fabrics all together. I believe that it was closed at 40 swappers. Then after the host(ess) did the swapping you were mailed back 120 5inch squares with 120 different fabrics (well a few duplicates maybe :0) It was a lot of fun. I am just finishing my top and that's what prompted me to want to do another one. Hopefully get it done by the holidays.
I have done two or three I Spy swaps. I followed the above rules LovinMySoldier stated and received back 120. One time I think I sent in 6 sets. Eegads that was alot of squares to send and receive. Anyway, I have been using mine to make hex's and have over 200 done. I do a QasYG with them and take them along in the car, doctor's office, watching TV, etc. I don't need anymore squares right now, so will not join this if you start, but for those who have never done it, do it. It is fun and you never know what kind of fabrics you will get back.
As for shipping, I use the large bubble mailers, place blocks in a Ziplock bag first, take the same size bubble mailer and address it back to me, I have clerk weigh all, then add the same amount of postage on the return mailer as the one going out, fold and place it inside with the bag of fabrics. That way, it does not end up short on postage. Have never had a problem yet. Oh, tape the end shut, just in case.