Friday Five got me thinking about fun jobs and such. I came across a fun idea recently and it could be a hit...if it is what I wanted to do for a living. I don't, but I like to do it for fun on occasion. (If I tell you this and you make a million doing it, flip me a few bucks, ok?)
Here is the theory behind he fun: "One person's trash is another person's treasure". I hosted a few parties with this theme, and they were so fun! Everyone who comes brings a minimum of 3 items laying around the house they never use: picture frames, decor, holiday decor, fitness equipment, books, dvd's, plants, toys, clothes, etc. The host sets up a "treasure room" for all items to go in upon arrival (I had mine decorated like a pirate ship/treasure room). Next, the host walks around with tickets giving them out for each item brought, for correct answers from quizzing guests on anything she can come up with, and for any drinks/foods they bring for the party. Once all have arrived, the host starts to pull tickets from a basket and calling 2 people into the treasure room at a time to choose an item. You should hear the excitement coming from the room!
I have hosted 2 of these, and have been asked often to host more. They take a lot of work, but people always leave with happy faces and boxes of goods! I take any and all leftovers to salvation army and drop them off. I could have had a garage sale and sold all of my stuff, but this just seemed more fun and a good way to get the things I needed. (I sent out special requests the 2nd time so people could get certain items they needed...ex: kid soccer shoes, gift bags, etc) I even had a lady bring a picture of an old couch and the lucky taker had it delivered to them the next day! They were both so happy.
So, if you have a lot of junk lying around and don't want to have a garage sale, have a "Trash to Treasure Party" of your own! It is "loads" of fun.
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This is a great ideas. I have hosted a community swap meet. This is mostly done with name brand clothing. We allow people to pay $10 to attend and they can fill one bag of goodies.
That's an awesome idea. My step-dad's family does something like this during their family reunion every year, only it's a bit different. My grandmother collects everyone's junk over the year, divides it up in big paper bags and then passes them out. Then, you open your bag and your free to haggle and trade with all your other family members.
I'm expecting an invitation for your next party.
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