Chucky Mama Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 The Christmas Crafty Swap is always a big success and is lots of fun. I wondered if those that are more creative with their food than crafts fancied trying a 'Foodie Swap'. For those that have never taken part in an Omlet swap this is what happens for the Crafty Swap: Names are submitted to the swap organiser who gives everyone the name and address of someone to provide a swap for Something is made and posted out by a certain deadline date Parcels are opened on Christmas Day Thank yous and photos if possible are posted on the forum For the 'Foodie Swap' what I would suggest is very similar: A jar of something or small cake, biscuits, fudge, toffee, sweets, whatever you fancy really is sent. Nothing to huge or involved, it is just for fun and we don't want things to be too costly to post. Jars would have to be extremely well padded for postage as would other items. We would have to be flexible re dates for opening as some items may not keep until Christmas Day and notes will have to be made re 'eat by' or storage (e.,g fridge). Questions: Anyone up for it? Also do we need to look at people wanting to join who have food intolerances to be matched e.g gluten (could get complicated if there is an uneven number but we could try) - would also need to know of any vegetarians. I am happy ( ) to arrange the swaps if anyone fancies having a go. I guess I would need people to put their virtual hands up before the end of the month to allow people time to plan etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Couperwife Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 Oooh, I think it sounds like a great idea. I would love to join Cathy X Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 I'm in! I don't have any food intolerances, but I'd be very happy to make something for a swappee that avoided any particular foods - I'd see it as an interesting challenge! Maybe when people send their addresses to the swap organiser, they could add any allergies/intolerances/vegetarian preferences. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Couperwife Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 Thats a great idea olly I would be happy to have a challenge too Cathy X Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minnie&Moose Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 (edited) I've always been too 'scared' to join in with any of the crafty swaps (I think our chickens are more 'crafty' than me - in more ways than one) but I'd be keen to try something like this so, yes please, I'll happily have a go. Edited October 28, 2013 by Guest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Space Chick Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 Sounds fabulous Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 I'd to join in please! I eat everything. Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chucky Mama Posted October 28, 2013 Author Share Posted October 28, 2013 Ideally we need a few more people to make it a good swap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 Think there's 6 of us so far? Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kinsk Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 I'd be in, and I'm easy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Couperwife Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 I'd be in, and I'm easy Oooeeerr! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willow Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 If it's not too late I'd like to join in I eat most things and if there is anything I don't eat my teen boys do I love baking and making jams etc but there is something very nice about getting something home made by someone else - maybe because I know how much effort has gone into it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chucky Mama Posted October 29, 2013 Author Share Posted October 29, 2013 Everyone welcome, we currently have an even number which is good If anyone else wants to join they are very welcome. Just let me know before 1st November and then we will swap names etc. Any suggestions in order to make it a success and fun welcome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chucky Mama Posted November 4, 2013 Author Share Posted November 4, 2013 Please could you pm me your details plus whether you have any specific food issues and also whether you would be willing to take on a more 'challenging' swap with a partner who has specific food requirement. It would be inappropriate for those with allergies such as nut allergies to join. The Rules - very similar to those for the Crafty Swap: This swap is not run by or endorsed by Omlet, but is a private venture voluntarily organised by forum members, so no responsibility is taken for any swap dissatisfaction. Please be aware that you will be giving your address details to someone who you don't personally know. Omlet forum members have a wide range of skills and tastes, & your gift may not be to your taste or liking. The swap is to be food based It is a token gift, we don't expect any 3 tiered cakes. Some homemade preserves, chocolates, biscuits, honey, small cake etc Your swap partner is to be kept secret Post by 14th December to allow time for collection from Post Office and delivery issues Items need to be well packed especially if jars are being sent Open on Christmas Day or thereabouts - perishables should be marked as should things that need refrigeration A locally sourced food item can be used if you find that you are short of time or something crops up making it difficult for the you make something Photos would be good so that we can tempt more people to join next time Please pm me when post when you have sent your item and when you have received something Only forum members of 3 months or longer may participate in swaps. By being accepted in the swap, members are promising that they will post their item by the deadline date. Non compliance with this will result in banning from future swaps. Members must not use the swap as a means to advertise their business, however inadvertently. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chucky Mama Posted November 6, 2013 Author Share Posted November 6, 2013 I have everyone's details and have send each person a pm swap partner details. I have edited out any comments re food issues from the thread so that it is less easy to identify your swap partner. I have kept details though and will pass them on the the relevant parties Please post by 14th December and attach any storage instructions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chucky Mama Posted December 7, 2013 Author Share Posted December 7, 2013 Hi Foodie Swappers Just a quick reminder of the December 14th posting date Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kinsk Posted December 8, 2013 Share Posted December 8, 2013 have my shopping list of ingredients written out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly Posted December 8, 2013 Share Posted December 8, 2013 I've received a box addressed to Olly, which I think must mean it's from an Omleteer! What ate the 'rules' on opening the foodie swap - do we wait till Christmas? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chucky Mama Posted December 8, 2013 Author Share Posted December 8, 2013 We had originally said Open on Christmas Day or thereabouts - perishables should be marked as should things that need refrigeration but what do we think? Open when we receive them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly Posted December 9, 2013 Share Posted December 9, 2013 Well, I'm going to open the brown paper parcel, and see if there are any instructions - if not, I'll leave it till Christmas Day. Oops! just turned mine over, and it says 'do not open till Christmas Day'! See how good I have been, didn't even look at the back of the parcel! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chucky Mama Posted December 9, 2013 Author Share Posted December 9, 2013 Oops! just turned mine over, and it says 'do not open till Christmas Day'! See how good I have been, didn't even look at the back of the parcel! I guess we leave until Christmas unless the instructions on the packaging states otherwise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted December 9, 2013 Share Posted December 9, 2013 I may have to post mine a day or so before the 14th, as the kitchen fairy will be working her magic tomorrow & Wednesday. She knows exactly what she is making as she has had a trial run. Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chucky Mama Posted December 9, 2013 Author Share Posted December 9, 2013 That's fine Emma, as long as things are posted before 14th to allow enough time for people to collect from the sorting office if they are not home etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Space Chick Posted December 11, 2013 Share Posted December 11, 2013 My gift arrived today, and I am following the instructions of not opening until Christmas Day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kinsk Posted December 12, 2013 Share Posted December 12, 2013 Mine has arrived and as instructed I've only opened the card and haven't peaked at what lies below the wrapping paper, it is tempting though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
