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Kawaii Whimsy Jars! (US only)

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Kawaii Whimsy Jars! (US only)
Swap Coordinator:SadieGunSlinger (contact)
Swap categories: Random Items  Themed  Kawaii 
Number of people in swap:7
Location:Other
Type:None
Last day to signup/drop:January 10, 2008
Date items must be sent by:February 15, 2008
Number of swap partners:1
Description:

EDIT: 12/26/07 - I added some extra guidelines for you guys in the guideline section, as well as a few pictures below that to give you some inspiration! :). Be sure to read up!

EDIT: 1/9/07: Just a little note about FILLERS - You can add SOME diddl and disney items in your jar, but please DO NOT over-do it, or make it a large part (or even 1/4) of what goes into your jar, unless thats what your partner really wants. I know a lot of people really do not like, or consider Disney and Diddl kawaii, and this IS a kawaii swap ;)! In addition, you can add "kawaii" items that are not typical. This includes items like strawberries, cupcakes, icecream... Just make sure that it is cute and this as well, should not take up too much space. Just as fillers for the jar! Also, your jar shouldn't be filled up with a bunch of pulled memo sheets. Pulled sheets are perfectly fine as fillers, but don't make it the main focus of your jar!!

While I was looking at pictures on flickr I came across quite a few of these Whimsy Jars. I thought they were an awesome idea, and thought it would be tons of fun to make them up kawaii themed!

For this swap, you will fill a medium size mason jar (or similar jar. Use your good judgement on size) to the brim with kawaii goodies. Here are a few ideas to fill up your jars, but they are certainly not limited to:

  • Stickers
  • Ribbons
  • Buttons
  • Deco tape
  • Mini Plushies
  • Key chains & cell phone charms
  • Handmade goodies
  • Scrapbooking punches
  • Erasers
  • Candies
  • Mini memo pads
  • Rubber Stamps
  • Little bento goodies
  • Figurines
  • Necklaces/bracelets

So here are some extra guidelines:

  • You will have 1 partner.
  • What I consider a medium size jar is around 6â€?-8â€? in height. Like I’ve said before, use your good judgment, and like mustxbexfate mentioned below about the nice & clean mayo jar (you could even use a jelly jar.. Thrift stores almost ALWAYS have them for $.24 a piece) – That is a fine size if you want to fill that up (though I would say its even bigger then a recommended medium size). You DO NOT have to go out and buy a special jar for this!! If you have something laying around your house, as long as it is clean & free of smells, it is perfectly fine to use.
  • Your jar should be decorated and nicely presented.
  • The price range for this swap should be no less then $15, but feel free to spoil your partner if you wish!
  • Kawaii that qualifies for this swap should be somewhat related to your partners profile. It can really be anything Kawaii related, but try not to overdo the diddl, Disney, or Sanrio if your partner dislikes them.
  • You CAN add a few handmade items to your jar! Especially if that is what your partner is in to.
  • Please be sure to fill it to the brim with goodies you would love to receive!
  • Be Creative!!

Example Pictures: - http://flickr.com/photos/courtly/1078712480/ - http://flickr.com/photos/courtly/1078706812/ - http://flickr.com/photos/ozrob/1781671837/

Because of the weight factor of this swap, I am going to make this one US only (sorry!). If your jar is quite heavy, be sure to send it in a flat-rate prioty box! Also, because I have had some less-then-fabulous swaps recently, I am going to say that this is not a newbie swap. You must have a rating of 5.00, and at least 3 hearts to join, please.

Discussion

CuppieCake 12/26/2007 #

Ive never done one of these before but I wanna. Can you use like a mayo jar? Of course cleaned. How would you deorate the outside? Or what kind of jar would be medium sized! Also another question kawaii meaning only sanrio, sanx, q-lia, kamio, etc... or any kind of kawaii. PLMK!

CuppieCake 12/26/2007 #

1 more question i promise would this size be big enough?

CuppieCake 12/26/2007 #

duh heres the link http://www.acmoore.com/p-56297-storage-jars-large-3pkg-clear-plasticmetal-lids-30-ounces.aspx

SadieGunSlinger 12/26/2007 #

I answered all of your questions above :)!

I hope that helps - I love swapping with you and would hate to see you have to drop this one!

I also extended the deadlines a little bit, incase others need some time to empty out a jelly jar or anything ;)

CuppieCake 12/27/2007 #

Thank ^_^. I was thinking next time I go to the store just to get a jelly jar or some kind of jar. Sorry for asking so many questions! I will stay in here!!!!

SadieGunSlinger 12/27/2007 #

Haha! There can never be too many questions my dear! Those where really great, because I'm sure others were wondering the same thing. If you have any other ones, feel free to toss them out there ;)

CuppieCake 01/ 3/2008 #

YAY I have a jar I think its more then medium but not really sure. it a galss maxwell house coffee jar. One more question. LOL. I said that last time. You say decorate the outside of the jar? Not many are decorated except with a little bit of ribbion. What do you mean by that? Does the whole thing have to be?

CuppieCake 01/ 3/2008 #

It went from 5 or 6 people down to the 2 of us!

CuppieCake 01/ 5/2008 #

Up to 3 people now :)

Adrienne 01/ 5/2008 #

this sounds great- i cant believe there are only 3 of us!!! to my partner- please please please no diddl or disney but anythng else is great!!!!!

CuppieCake 01/ 5/2008 #

I mean 3 not 2

CuppieCake 01/ 5/2008 #

I dont think any of us 2 really want Diddl or Disney things :). Just kawaii! I actually just ordered from Qoutlet. I got some little things to fit in the jar! I actually might start working on my jar Monday :) then finish it up when my order comes!

CuppieCake 01/ 5/2008 #

By some of the things shes listed I dont think it all has to be kawaii like sanrio, san-x, etc... I think you can use anything you think is kawaii? Like maybe strawberries, hearts, etc... I know I would mind getting like some heart stickers!!! Im hoping Im not wrong!

CuppieCake 01/ 7/2008 #

Question: This is to anyone i this swap are you sending mostly new or loose?

The stuff I ordered for this swap came today!!!! I cant wait!

SadieGunSlinger 01/ 7/2008 #

You can put a few disney or diddl items in there if you want to, but if you partner doesnt want it, dont fill it out with (a sticker flake or two wont hurt anything)

And yes - you can fill it with cute stuff like strawberries and stuff like that to fill up space - but try to make most of it new kawaii goodies!

Like I said, you can add sticker flakes and stuff, but dont fill up your jar with a bunch of pulled memos, ya know?

CuppieCake 01/ 7/2008 #

Thanks! I just bought new things for it :).

JunkySweet 01/ 8/2008 #

hello, this is a very cool swap idea! Problem for me is i have a no send on my rating from someone who I actually sent to, but they will not take it off of my rating, so I do not have a perfect rating. Do you think you could make an exception? maybe you could have my partner (who sends to me) wait till my end is received, then they could send mine out? i really hope that there is a way that i can join this swap.

CuppieCake 01/ 9/2008 #

I just got done decorating my jar :)

kittycake4u 01/ 9/2008 #

This is my first whimsy jar swap and I am thrilled I found this in time!

I LOVE sanrio, all charecters but mostly DEERY LOU, lol. I also wouldn't mind lose memo and sticker flakes. I am a HUGE collector of pinback buttons and would love some if you find them. I do not mind other kawaii but please not alot seeing as how I am pretty anti Disney.

Also, the totally cute skull and crossbones are cute and I always love other fillers like cute owls.

So excited. Going to gather now!

SadieGunSlinger 01/10/2008 #

yay! thanks for joining everyone :) kitty - i'm obsessed with deery lou too ;P

kittycake4u 01/10/2008 #

I just recently started collecting hello kitty again and was excited to see deery lou so I must have everything i see that is deery lou, lol.

Bought some goodies today!

SadieGunSlinger 01/10/2008 #

I'm very excited about this swap cuz all of you guys seem so excited about it. that always makes for a great package!!!

I have my jar just about filled up, but I'm going to the little kawaii stuff store around the corner from my boyfriend's this weekend for a few other goodies! <3

CuppieCake 01/10/2008 #

I finished mine up today even though I dont know who my partner is yet. LOL. I hope I filled it up enough. I couldnt fit anymore in but on the sides are open spaces. But there is $15+ of goodies!

CuppieCake 01/10/2008 #

The spaces arnt huge gaps. But I couldnt sqeeze anything else in. Trust me I tried!! Im sure my partner will be pleased!

kittycake4u 01/10/2008 #

What sites do people recommend for shopping for kawaii goodies? I wanna look online as well!

ShandaPanda 01/10/2008 #

I am so excited I found this swap just in time! Right now it is 11:15 at night on January 10th. > Looks like you all have a head start on me though! I better get started....

CuppieCake 01/11/2008 #

qoutlet.com is good since they have little things you can use as fillers. etc... And youll get your things in less than a week.

SadieGunSlinger 01/11/2008 #

I just ordered a little over $100 worth of goodies from http://www.janetstore.url.tw <-- JanetStore... Not just for this swap, lol! Shipping is a little pricey, but if you have other kawaii swaps to buy for, or just want to have some extra kawaii things on hand for swaps, its a great place to get your items!

She is overseas, so it will take a little bit to get your package, but she has AMAZING prices, and there are tons of small little prizes all over the website (the deco tapes, hankies, mini memos, stickers, keychains, magnets, post-its (i bought tons of these, they're only $.80 each!), stamps, and toys). I got way over 100 items in my order, so it worked itself out to less then $1 per item.

JunkySweet 01/11/2008 #

wow! I love shopping at janet's store! she used to sell on ebay i have to check out her new site, thanks so much for the link! :O)

JunkySweet 02/ 6/2008 #

i dont know if i am going to get mine this time around... what should I do? just wait it out?

CuppieCake 02/ 6/2008 #

aww Brandy why dont you think your gonna receive?

JunkySweet 02/ 8/2008 #

the person who is supposed to send to me is partially suspended.

CuppieCake 02/ 8/2008 #

i send to her! i just looked at her profile!

JunkySweet 02/11/2008 #

so uhh...whats up with that?? should we cross her out of the swap or something? maybe who sends to her should send to me instead unless its confirmed that she sends... i dunno just an idea

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