I read about the blogger Christmas Gift Swap over at Jasmine's blog (she is an AMAZING beauty blogger, btw. Her looks are always beautiful!) I had never done anything like it before and thought it would be a fun way to get involved with some other bloggers over the Christmas holiday and spread some cheer.
I was right. It was fun! And so simple to participate! I just filled out a google doc form, was paired with a blogger, sent her a few emails about her likes/dislikes and went shopping. Then I packaged it all up and mailed it to her, and she did the same for me.
There were a few hiccups... Like, the Dallas post office was a friggin nightmare the day I was supposed to mail my blogger's things to her. The line was out the door and when I got in, they were out of the size of box I needed AND bubble wrap. So I did the best I could with a few bubbles a stranger was kind enough to give me and a Target bag I blew some air into. Of course I decided to mail her a monogrammed teacup that was highly breakable with several items to roll around in said box to smash it. I was so relived when I got word her things arrived safely! Note to self: Next year, but shipping packaging at Target instead of relying on the shoddy post office...
Mistle from Sweet Tea and Hydrangeas went above and beyond with my package! Two packs of hot cocoa, two nail polishes in colors I adore, a lip treatment, my favorite lip balm, lip gloss, Starbucks and spa gift cards (!), and the best mascara I've ever tried to date. She was so thoughtful and so giving! It was a blast to get her package, and it put a serious smile on my face.
If you've ever considered participating in some sort of blogger swap, I highly recommend it! It's a fun way to connect with other bloggers and get introduced to some new products. It's also fun to see how people interpret you from a questionnaire and from your blog! Mistle did a FANTASTIC job "reading" me, and Jasmine did a wonderful job coordinating this blogger Christmas gift swap! I'm already excited for next year.
Aw - what fun! I can't believe I missed the memo. That was made for me!
ReplyDeletewhat a fun swap! i definitely need to do something like this next year. i went to the post office once this holiday season, that was enough for me.. jeepers, it's insane!
ReplyDeleteSounds like a lot of fun!!
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That sounds like so much fun! I think I'll join in next year :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun idea! I love the items she got you. I went to the post office today and it was insane! So glad we had prepaid postage.
ReplyDeleteI mean honestly, bloggers are the most meticulous and caring people ever! That gift she sent was amazing! I would be down with everything in there and you are right that mascara is the best!
ReplyDeleteHow fun! I definitely want to participate the next time one of these pops up!
ReplyDeleteYou got a lot from your partner. Glad you liked your presents :) Merry Christmas
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