How to Host a Clothes Swap Party

You have a closet full of clothes but can't ever seem to find anything to wear. Before you hit the mall and spend a lot of money, try hosting a clothes swap party. You and your friends can exchange used clothing and adopt great new looks without opening a wallet.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Send out invitations to all of your friends. The more friends you invite, the greater the clothes selection. Be clear on your invitation to let everyone know how many garments to bring. Of course, everyone is welcome to bring as many items as they want, but set a minimum.

2. Go through your own closet to pull out the clothes you no longer wear. Include only clothing that someone can still wear in your clothes swap pile.

3. Wash, press and hang the garments. Tell your friends to do the same so everyone can easily see the clothes for swapping.

4. Set up tables and garment racks. When your friends arrive, take their clothes and display them just as you would if you owned a store.

5. Take turns picking items from the collection. Each person chooses one item. Continue taking turns picking clothes until every piece of clothing has been claimed. Donate any unwanted items to charity or charitable thrift shops.

6. Bring accessories to the clothes swap party, too. Everyone can swap purses, shoes, belts and jewelry. You can leave with a completely new outfit without spending a dime.

[michu]

on 3/4/2009 What about if you don't like anything anyone brought do you still have to swap your stuff???

[TheBabyCobbler]

on 1/16/2009 I am going to give this a shot!