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Friendship Books (FB) For Beginners (Newbies OK)

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Swap Coordinator:Janelle (contact)
Swap categories: Letters & Writing  Newbie  Friendship Books 
Number of people in swap:14
Location:International
Type:Type 3: Package or craft
Last day to signup/drop:June 10, 2012
Date items must be sent by:June 30, 2012
Number of swap partners:2
Description:

Friendship books or FB, for short, are small booklets filled with addresses of people who are into pen palling. They come in any size and shape and it is always big fun to take a look at where it had traveled. They are passed from person to person and every single one of them signs in it with his/hers address and additional short information, before passing them to the next person (pen pal). The idea behind the FBs is that the people after you may choose to write to you, or you can choose to write an introduction letter to one of the people/addresses before you.

This swap is for all the swappers who are new to Friendship Books or just a little curious and would like to have a try. Also open to NEWBIES!

Don't worry it is understood that none of us are experts, but please put your time and effort into this. Create something that you would LOVE to receive!

SO HERE ARE THE DEETS:

  • For this swap you will need to make 2 new Friendship Books & send to 2 different swap partners. (You are creating 2 books total).

  • You will also send a nice 1 page (minimum) letter to your partner. Introduce yourself, talk about what inspired your design for your FBs, or chat about something you found interesting on their profile page, whatever it is you like....(you are writing 2 letters total)

  • This is SENDERS CHOICE, so feel free to get started once you sign up. You may also choose to make the FBs for yourself or your partner.

  • Do a quick google search to see pictures of Friendship Books and to learn more.

FRIENDSHIP BOOK REQUIREMENTS:

  • The size can be anywhere from ATC size to 5 x5, as long as it can fit in a standard envelope or greeting card envelope, and must be thin (not bulky).
  • The cover must be decorated (ex. ribbons, stickers, glitter, embellishment, paint, drawings etc.)
  • Your book should have at least 4 blank pages
  • Your book should be nice and neat and show some creativity -- NO STICKER SLAPPING!!!
  • No visible staples on the cover.
  • You must laminate your cover - you can use clear packing tape to do this. This is important, because the idea is this book would travel all around the country or world and it must be able to withstand all of the shipping etc.
  • Make sure to note "Made For" and "Made by" with return to sender address on the inside of the front or back cover. (you may want to type this part or PLEASE print legibly)

TO ENTER THIS SWAP - REQUIREMENTS:

  • COMPLETELY filled out profiles a MUST! Fill out all the categories and it would be nice to add some of your own categories ;-)
  • No 1s or 3s in past 3 months
  • Be an active member - must log on at least every two weeks
  • You must have at least 5 total - type 2 or type 3 rated swaps - BY SIGN UP DEADLINE.
  • If you cannot commit to this DO NOT enter the swap!!!!

PLEASE NOTE: I will be checking profiles and will delete anyone who does not meet the requirements!

PLEASE BE PREPARED TO SWAP INTERNATIONALLY!!!!!!!!

If you have questions, please ask...If I can't answer - someone will, LOL!

Discussion

ElizabethObviously 05/16/2012 #

So High Quality FBs?

And look at you girl! Covering all the bases with hosting!

Janelle 05/16/2012 #

LOL! I do what I can, haha ;0)

Can you define High Quality FBs? Because I would say that this is open to people who want to use embellishments, ribbons etc. - or they can hand paint something gorgeous..it is up to the individual....The only requirement is that it isnt sloppy and thrown together -- if that is High Quality FB...then Yup! LOL!

Janelle 05/16/2012 #

Some helpful info for those who don't know ;-)

When you receive a FB, you put your name and address in it (or use an address label) as well as what you're looking for (penpals, swappers, etc.) Instead of using up lots of space and writing it all out, you use abbreviations. Here's a list of the ones that are most commonly used:

NPW = new pals wanted

NSW = new swappers wanted

LLP = long letter pals

SNNP = sorry, no new pals

A/A = answer all

A/S = answer some

W/W = worldwide

SAHM = stay at home mom

DOB = date of birth

For example: "A/A LLP W/W" would mean: I answer all long letter pals worldwide. Or "NSW N&N FBs" means: New Swappers wanted of Nice & Neat FBs.

Christys71 05/22/2012 #

Thanks Janelle for the abbreviations...I made a copy of it since I am new to the FB but totally love this idea. Thanks for holding this swap :)

Janelle 05/23/2012 #

No problem @Christys71 .Thanks for joining ;-)

Delmajesty 05/25/2012 #

Just to clarify... since I just signed up today I can't join because I don't meet the following requirement, correct? Unless I can get a couple in before then? :-)

You must have at least 5 total - type 2 or type 3 swaps - BY SIGN UP DEADLINE.

Janelle 05/27/2012 #

Correct ;0)

Amoxicill 06/ 2/2012 #

That's the first time I'm going to make my own FB's... I'm so excited!

mercy20 06/ 2/2012 #

New to all of this so... once I get the books from my partners I'm supposed to mail them out to other people, correct? What happens if we don't have penpals to send our partners books forward to? Will you be hosting more of these types of swaps so we can move the books around some more?

Janelle 06/ 2/2012 #

Well if this successful I plan to host more of these, and def try to help get them moved around....and yes you should sign the books and mail them out to other people. If you are active here on SB, you should be able to find people to send to..it is usually noted on profiles and you can send these books along with other swaps. ;0)

onyx95 06/ 3/2012 #

I am so looking forward to this swap but, I am going to be gone for the month of June. I am able to make and send out the FB's, but whoever sends to me must be aware that I will not be able to rate till July. They can either take until the deadline to send or wait till I can return home for their rate. If this is a problem, let me know before the deadline and I will drop the swap.

Janelle 06/ 6/2012 #

@onyx95 - Communication is key ;-) thanks for the heads up. Just send a PM to your partner when they are assigned. If there is any problem, please let me know. Thanks!

Delmajesty 06/10/2012 #

Sorry... I had to drop out. I met the requirements (whew!) but my son sustained a concussion this week so I will be busy with him and follow up appointments. I don't want to set myself up to miss a deadline. I hope you do another one soon!

Janelle 06/11/2012 #

@Delmajesty OMG, I hope he is okay!!!! No worries, I plan to do another one soon, so we will see ya on the next swap!

Janelle 06/11/2012 #

Alright everyone, your swap partners have been assigned. Happy swapping. ~Janelle

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