Sterling Heights Great Clothes Swap
“What’s a clothes swap?”
This is a totally FREE event, with NO obligation to bring anything or take anything. It’s called a “swap” because so many people bring clothes they no longer need, and take what they DO want.
These “swaps” have been popular in Oakland County for many years, and are finally catching on in Macomb County.
Here’s how it works:
At home, we sort and fold clean clothes (clothes we wouldn’t mind putting on our family to go out in public) by size into boxes or bags. THEN, when we get to the swap, we sort the clothes by size onto marked tables. Next comes the fun part …
We go to the tables with the size clothes we are looking for…and take what we need. Free of charge. No strings attached. There are no minimums or maximums ….. Some families are looking to clean out the clothes they no longer use and they bring boxes of clothes in … and sometimes leave with just one or two “special” things. Other families are really in need of clothes, and come with little or nothing, but leave with bags of clothes. Others bring what they took last season, for another family to take this time, and bring home another season’s worth themselves to start the process again.
This is for individuals only … NO charities, shelters, or resale.
Organizations interested in taking clothing at the end of the day, please contact Linda at swapclothes@gmail.com
How can you participate?
Look for clothes you might like to bring. Wash, fold, and sort them by size. Then call all your friends and family and ask them to do the same … and come singly or as a group to the swap! Clothes swapping is even more fun when you can share your great finds with friends.
If you have clothes to donate, but can’t attend, please contact Linda at swapclothes@gmail.com and we’ll see if one of our volunteers can pick up.
What sizes?
All sizes of baby, kids, and adult clothing (including coats, shoes, and accessories). Lightly stained clothes are OK as some people don’t mind these for work or play, or are talented at removing stains. However, all clothing must be clean. Fabric and baby accessories are welcome.
When is it?
Thursday, March 27, from 12:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.
Where is it?
Heritage Junior High School, 37400 Dodge Park Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48312
If you’d have questions or would like to be put on the mailing list for any updates or future swaps, contact Linda at swapclothes@gmail.com
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