How to host a Kids Clothing Swap with other Moms

Question

I want a way to let go of my kids outgrown clothing and toys, and easily get "new" items for them that will fit. I have heard of Clothing Swaps but it seems most are "donation" style, I'd like to have one with my local moms group though where we never exchange money, but we can get back our unswapped items (so we can consign or whatever if we'd like) but also keep it fair for items we are swapping in/out.

Does anyone have any tried and true suggestions please.

I was thinking

1 "chip" for each item brought in to swap, maybe even doing 2 "chips" for namebrand items (i.e. gymboree, gap etc). Then you can "shop" the rest of the items there and you "pay" with your chips (1 for regular items, 2 for namebrand).

Has anyone done something like this and if so how and what did or did not work for you/your group. Were you satisfied with it in the end. What would you have changed if you could. Thanks so much !

Answer 1

I've never done this but I have a good eye for business. Make some attractive flyers to attract new Mom's in the community to join. Briefly explain the chip idea.

Also, what's the age range of the children? Because, trust me, a 12 year old wouldn't think it's cool, to wear GAP. Hollister, Abercrombie, and American Eagle is the 'in' stuff, so you might want to take your kids with you if they're older than 9.