More on Swaps...

I've had several questions about swap talk so I thought I'd answer them here...

Q - What is the difference between a postcard and ATC swap besides the size?

A - Nothing as far as I can see.  You would make a certain number and receive the same back.  I've seen swaps that focus on a particular theme, technique or supply but you could do the same with ATC's so I think other than the larger size they are the same....  So if you like ATC's you'd probably enjoy swapping postcards!

Q - What size is a postcard?

A - This is the "official" size guidelines for postcards from the USPS...

Rectangular 

At least 3-1/2 inches high x 5 inches long x 0.007 inch thick 

No more than 4-1/4 inches high x 6 inches long x 0.016 inches thick

Q - How would we swap die-cuts to make it fair?

A - Actually quite some time ago I hosted a die-cut swap and the number per person was determined by the size of your particular die-cut.  You'd have to measure your die-cut to determine how many of that particular die-cut you'd need to cut per person.  For example (these are just made up numbers) if you were sending in a 2" or smaller dc you'd cut 6 per person; 3"- 4" = 3 pp; 5"-6" - 2 pp.  

Q - Can you do 2 swaps at once to save postage?  I'd really like to have a die cut swap and either ATC or Postcard at the same time.

A - Yes, if there is enough interest in both I sure can. I'm all for saving $'s when and where I can.  I could leave it up to the participants if they'd like to join one or both...

Q - Can I make multiple charms if we have a charm swap?

A - Sure, you can make as few as one or several...it's up to you and the time/supplies you have on hand.

Q - Caroline had a good question...can the die-cuts be just white cardstock so they can be colored as needed?

A - Yes, I think that would be best so they can be colored to match your individual projects. 

I think that's most of the duplicated questions...

I e-mailed the answers to most other questions.

Hope this helps!