OhioLisa
March 8th, 2008, 12:32 PM
In the interest of organization (and organizers' sanity) we are splitting the swap box journal into each box / region. Below is the list of ALL boxes and their organizers, so make sure you contact the right one if you are interested in participating. PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE POST BEFORE INDICATING YOUR DESIRE TO PARTICIPATE!!
What is the swap box?
The swap box is simply a means for participants to "recycle" unused or unwanted hair accessories by passing them on to others.
Who are the organizers?
Eastern US: OhioLisa
Southern US: OhioLisa
Western US (including Alaska and Hawaii): PatGear
Canada: Garnett
Europe: Igor
Australia / New Zealand: Ali
Who can participate?
Participants must meet 3 criteria to be able to participate (these rules apply only to those who want to be added from this day forward):
Membership on LHC of at least 6 months
250 post minimum
Trader rating of at least 5
~~Sorry if you think these guidelines are too strict. You can thank those who have "lost" the boxes previously.~~
How exactly does the box work?
The proper procedure for the swap box is:
Receive the box
Select items you want from the box
Replace the items you took with items of SIMILAR QUALITY
Post in the thread about the items you took and added
PM your box organizer for the next name on the list
PM the next person to obtain their address
Send the box to its next destination!
PM your organizer if you would like to receive the box again
What can I put in the box?
Any gift quality hair accessories can go into the box. This can include something you no longer use or something you have made specifically for the swap box. Do keep in mind that the box is not a dumping ground for unused hair items. (No plastic or metal clips that come 20 to a pack, for instance.) If you would not appreciate getting the same item as a gift, do NOT add it to the box.
What cannot go into the box?
Although extra goodies may seem like a nice idea, they really only add bulk and weight to the boxes. Please do not include coffees, teas, trinkets, or makeup in the boxes. Please also do not put bottles of product or oils in the boxes. The boxes are meant for accessories only.
What can I take from the box?
You can take any item from the box that you are able to replace with a similar quality item. If you are going to take a high end item (a ficcare or nice hair fork, for instance) you must be able to replace it with an equally high end item. 20 plastic claw clips do not equal a ficcare, yall.
How long do I keep the box?
We are imposing a 2 week turnaround time on the box. If your schedule / obligations will not allow you to get the box, take away and add what you wish, and send it to the next person within 2 weeks, then do not take the box! Squatting ruins the fun for everyone. (Of course, if you finish with the box before then, by all means, send it on its way! )
Any additional points to remember?
Please keep in mind that we need to be kept updated on this thread. We need to know when you get the box, what was taken, what was added, and when you will be sending to the next person. I will be keeping the first post of this thread updated with the box's status so that participants can know when to anticipate their turn. This means that I can only keep others updated if I am kept updated. Do not let other members sit and wonder what is going on with the box. Be courteous to your fellow participants by keeping us informed. Thank you.
As always, when in doubt or in question, please PM your box organizer.
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Current Southern US Swap Box List
The current list of participants (in the order of receipt):
pgw
OhioLisa - I have requested to get the box so that I can go through it and either add items I have in order to combine the Eastern and Southern boxes, or to divide the items equally to make 2 boxes (since the Eastern one went "missing".)
Meezer
coppercurls
Doctorblue
LaMusette
frizzinator
lil_irish_angel
~If you feel that your name should be on this list, but it is not, please PM me.
What is the swap box?
The swap box is simply a means for participants to "recycle" unused or unwanted hair accessories by passing them on to others.
Who are the organizers?
Eastern US: OhioLisa
Southern US: OhioLisa
Western US (including Alaska and Hawaii): PatGear
Canada: Garnett
Europe: Igor
Australia / New Zealand: Ali
Who can participate?
Participants must meet 3 criteria to be able to participate (these rules apply only to those who want to be added from this day forward):
Membership on LHC of at least 6 months
250 post minimum
Trader rating of at least 5
~~Sorry if you think these guidelines are too strict. You can thank those who have "lost" the boxes previously.~~
How exactly does the box work?
The proper procedure for the swap box is:
Receive the box
Select items you want from the box
Replace the items you took with items of SIMILAR QUALITY
Post in the thread about the items you took and added
PM your box organizer for the next name on the list
PM the next person to obtain their address
Send the box to its next destination!
PM your organizer if you would like to receive the box again
What can I put in the box?
Any gift quality hair accessories can go into the box. This can include something you no longer use or something you have made specifically for the swap box. Do keep in mind that the box is not a dumping ground for unused hair items. (No plastic or metal clips that come 20 to a pack, for instance.) If you would not appreciate getting the same item as a gift, do NOT add it to the box.
What cannot go into the box?
Although extra goodies may seem like a nice idea, they really only add bulk and weight to the boxes. Please do not include coffees, teas, trinkets, or makeup in the boxes. Please also do not put bottles of product or oils in the boxes. The boxes are meant for accessories only.
What can I take from the box?
You can take any item from the box that you are able to replace with a similar quality item. If you are going to take a high end item (a ficcare or nice hair fork, for instance) you must be able to replace it with an equally high end item. 20 plastic claw clips do not equal a ficcare, yall.
How long do I keep the box?
We are imposing a 2 week turnaround time on the box. If your schedule / obligations will not allow you to get the box, take away and add what you wish, and send it to the next person within 2 weeks, then do not take the box! Squatting ruins the fun for everyone. (Of course, if you finish with the box before then, by all means, send it on its way! )
Any additional points to remember?
Please keep in mind that we need to be kept updated on this thread. We need to know when you get the box, what was taken, what was added, and when you will be sending to the next person. I will be keeping the first post of this thread updated with the box's status so that participants can know when to anticipate their turn. This means that I can only keep others updated if I am kept updated. Do not let other members sit and wonder what is going on with the box. Be courteous to your fellow participants by keeping us informed. Thank you.
As always, when in doubt or in question, please PM your box organizer.
__________________________________________________
Current Southern US Swap Box List
The current list of participants (in the order of receipt):
pgw
OhioLisa - I have requested to get the box so that I can go through it and either add items I have in order to combine the Eastern and Southern boxes, or to divide the items equally to make 2 boxes (since the Eastern one went "missing".)
Meezer
coppercurls
Doctorblue
LaMusette
frizzinator
lil_irish_angel
~If you feel that your name should be on this list, but it is not, please PM me.