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Miss_Karen
March 10, 2019
I want to post my pictures of my swapee box but I am so clueless as to how instagram works... :( HELP!! Also, where can I post pictures? Can I send it to food52?
The first one got rained or snowed on and my address got completely washed off. It was returned to sender. The second went swimming in the Atlantic we think. Eliza's 3rd attempt finally made it across the Atlantic. It arrived a couple of days ago. She initially mailed it December 4th and I got it March 5th. The treats (without the Christmas cookies-since it's not Christmas time now...) Were/ are YUMMY.
I HIGHLY recommend a tracking number for all food52 swap boxes! :)
The first one got rained or snowed on and my address got completely washed off. It was returned to sender. The second went swimming in the Atlantic we think. Eliza's 3rd attempt finally made it across the Atlantic. It arrived a couple of days ago. She initially mailed it December 4th and I got it March 5th. The treats (without the Christmas cookies-since it's not Christmas time now...) Were/ are YUMMY.
I HIGHLY recommend a tracking number for all food52 swap boxes! :)
Mckenzie
December 3, 2018
Any tips for how to save on shipping? Would love to spend more on the package's fillings than shipping itself :)
wkend.baker
December 3, 2018
Use plastic containers instead of glass or tightly (but not to tight) wrap your goodies. Michael’s has a ton of holiday containers. And use bubble wrap, shredded paper or tissue paper as filler to protect your goodies.
Terrill
December 3, 2018
so...there are a few ways-flat rate USPS box
dont use glass jars or ship anything heavy!
my favourite-use Pirate Ship. I use them for my etsy shop. I often use the cubic shipping as opposed to Flat Rate and Regional boxes. USPS doesn't do the cubic shipping at the post office. Its basically the same as flat rate box so check box measurements and fit what you have in one that is in your price range (up to 20lbs).
dont use glass jars or ship anything heavy!
my favourite-use Pirate Ship. I use them for my etsy shop. I often use the cubic shipping as opposed to Flat Rate and Regional boxes. USPS doesn't do the cubic shipping at the post office. Its basically the same as flat rate box so check box measurements and fit what you have in one that is in your price range (up to 20lbs).
Liz
December 3, 2018
Quick note to say I haven't received my swap name/info yet.
enbe
December 3, 2018
Liz, sorry to hear that! I've re-sent your assignment to the email address I have on file. If you don't receive an email from [email protected], please email me there so we can get you sorted!
Terrill
December 1, 2018
I already received my Swap and would like to email a thank you and a picture of us enjoying the treats. I dont have her email address. If I cant get it I will send a note. Also, where can we post pictures or see pictures if we dont have instagram?
Cathy
November 28, 2018
Also don't want to be impatient but I have not received the swap information either.
Thanks
Thanks
TabeaK
November 28, 2018
I don‘t want to be impatient but I have not received the swap info either. Thanks for checking if the info was already sent.
enbe
November 28, 2018
I just tried to get in touch! Your email bounced. Please message me at [email protected] so I can get your match sent again.
TerryKes
November 26, 2018
I'm joining the list of those who haven't received the swap info yet. I'm okay with that, of course - not wanting to be pushy :), just want to make sure I'm not missing it if it has already been sent. Thanks!
enbe
November 28, 2018
Hi Terry! Yours was sent a few days ago from the [email protected] address. Please check your spam folder and if you can't find it, email me at the above address so I can send it again.
Lisa
November 26, 2018
I also have not yet received my swap info.
enbe
November 28, 2018
Hi Lisa, Just checking that you should have received it a few days ago from [email protected]. Please let me know if you haven't.
Melissa S.
November 25, 2018
Not sure if it’s too soon, but I haven’t recieved my swapee’s info yet.
enbe
November 28, 2018
Hi Melissa, You should have received it by now from [email protected]. Please let me know if you haven't
Laura
November 19, 2018
Yay...so excited to participate in my first exchange! I love Food52...rapidly becoming my go-to source for all things food-ie.
Christinab81
November 19, 2018
This will be my first year participating in the swap! I did a cookie exchange with my friends for years, but the past few years we haven't done one, so this is a great substitute! My question is, what should the value of the box be? I know we should include homemade items, but is there a general rule for how much to spend/put into it?
Blueberry
November 15, 2018
Offside question, what is that delicious-looking loaf cake in the header picture? It looks kinda cornbread-y! Can you please confirm if it is a recipe on the site? :)
wkend.baker
November 12, 2018
Finished signing up a few minutes ago and am so excited-- first timer over here!
wkend.baker
November 20, 2018
Question, any NYC Swap packing get togethers happening? Would love to get together/get to know more F52 friends 😊
Angela R.
November 12, 2018
Finally signed up and donated this a.m! Super excited 'cause it's my first time!
SophieL
November 11, 2018
I'm so excited to participate in this fabulous food52 foodie-swap! Last year was my first time and I loved, loved, loved giving and receiving the most amazing goodies. Just last week I was wondering if this foodie-swap would continue this year, and my anticipation was answered. So-o-o glad! I can hardly wait to get my swapee's name, and I'm already planning for it. Thanks, Food52!
Gay B.
November 11, 2018
I'm so excited for this again! It made my morning. Already planning what to pack up and send!
Zelda
November 8, 2018
If we donate after we submit our interest form, do we need to update anything further? Just making sure I haven't missed a step
Whitney N.
November 8, 2018
FYI - the sign up form lists the charity as No Kid Hungry, not Action Against Hunger (both great causes!)
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