Rainbow Surprises

Before partners are assigned:In order for it to BE a surprise, and give your partner the fun of a real shopping experience, please double-check your profile and make sure you have LOTS of options for themes and types of items you'd love to receive.

Go to your partner's profile page and do some in-depth research. Read the whole profile. Is there a link to etsy or other wishlists? Check these out for inspiration to see what kinds of things your partner likes. Diligently regard and avoid any dislikes.

Now, you get to go shopping for your partner! The item(s) you choose should total $10-$12 BEFORE shipping costs. If you're buying online rather than in a local shop, you can often get a bargain on shipping if you buy more than one thing from the same seller. Online sellers will often agree to ship directly to your partner, and add a note if you request it.

Include at least one profile surprise in each of the following colors: RED; ORANGE; YELLOW; GREEN; BLUE; PURPLE; PINK.

Send out your package WITH TRACKING, and send your partner a message with the tracking number. Tracking is included for first class and priority rate packages. If you are shipping direct to your partner from a third party: Please let your partner know once you've paid and their package is shipped, and also if more than one parcel is expected, though you can keep the items themselves a surprise.

All group members must maintain well-filled-out profiles. Sorry but I can't angel this swap.

In order to receive a 5, you must send items totaling at least $10-$12 before shipping which are directly inspired by your partner's profile interests and/or wishlists. You must include at least one item in each color mentioned above.

Items should be new, not used. Because value is subjective, and has been an issue in other swap-bot swaps, I'm going to say NO handmade items from yourself in this swap unless they're extras.

Be sure to include a note with your name, your partner's name, and the name of this swap. You aren't required to wrap the gifts (though that would be sweet), but please be sure the swap is packaged in a manner such that it will not be harmed in transit.

Please rate anyone a 5 as long as these criteria are met. Hearts are of course at your own discretion.

There will be plenty of time to update your wishlist before partner assignment, and two full weeks to shop once partners have been assigned; however, please do not sign up if you can't make your purchases and ship your package out by the send-by date.