What is a Shoe Box Party?

A shoe box party is a gathering of crafters where each person brings a project to share with all the others.  Each guest brings a project and all the supplies needed to complete that project in a "shoe" box.  During the party, the boxes are passed around between the guests and when the party is over each guest has completed a number of fun and creative projects.

Choose a project to share.  Anything goes!  Just remember that the guests must be able to complete your project by looking at the completed example and following the printed instructions, you will not be able to do a demo or give live step-by-step instructions.

Complete a sample of your project.  Print out detailed step-by-step instructions for guests to follow.  It's  helpful to put your name on the instructions so that other guests know who it came from.  It's nice to provide a copy of the instructions for each person, but not necessary.

Pre-prepare all the parts of your project.  This includes pre-cutting all paper pieces and scoring/folding as required.   The only thing guests should have to do is stamp and assemble the project.  Place all the paper pieces into a plastic zip lock bag to keep them clean.  Be sure to include extra paper pieces in case someone has a stamping boo-boo.  Prepare enough parts so that each guest will be able to complete one of your project.

Place the project parts along with all other supplies needed (scissors, stamps, ink pads, embellishments, glue/adhesive, tools, etc.) into your shoe box along with the completed example and the printed instructions.  Remember:  Each guest will make an exact duplicate of your project.  Only put in the shoe box the items needed to duplicate your example.

Please be sure to label all of your supplies with your name, just in case they get separated from your shoebox.

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