Kawaii Whimsy Jars! (US only)

EDIT: 12/26/07 - I added some extra guidelines for you guys in the guideline section, as well as a few pictures below that to give you some inspiration! :). Be sure to read up!

EDIT: 1/9/07: Just a little note about FILLERS - You can add SOME diddl and disney items in your jar, but please DO NOT over-do it, or make it a large part (or even 1/4) of what goes into your jar, unless thats what your partner really wants. I know a lot of people really do not like, or consider Disney and Diddl kawaii, and this IS a kawaii swap ;)! In addition, you can add "kawaii" items that are not typical. This includes items like strawberries, cupcakes, icecream... Just make sure that it is cute and this as well, should not take up too much space. Just as fillers for the jar! Also, your jar shouldn't be filled up with a bunch of pulled memo sheets. Pulled sheets are perfectly fine as fillers, but don't make it the main focus of your jar!!

While I was looking at pictures on flickr I came across quite a few of these Whimsy Jars. I thought they were an awesome idea, and thought it would be tons of fun to make them up kawaii themed!

For this swap, you will fill a medium size mason jar (or similar jar. Use your good judgement on size) to the brim with kawaii goodies. Here are a few ideas to fill up your jars, but they are certainly not limited to:

• Stickers
• Ribbons
• Buttons
• Deco tape
• Mini Plushies
• Key chains & cell phone charms
• Handmade goodies
• Scrapbooking punches
• Erasers
• Candies
• Mini memo pads
• Rubber Stamps
• Little bento goodies
• Figurines
• Necklaces/bracelets

So here are some extra guidelines:

• You will have 1 partner.
• What I consider a medium size jar is around 6â€?-8â€? in height. Like I’ve said before, use your good judgment, and like mustxbexfate mentioned below about the nice & clean mayo jar (you could even use a jelly jar.. Thrift stores almost ALWAYS have them for $.24 a piece) – That is a fine size if you want to fill that up (though I would say its even bigger then a recommended medium size). You DO NOT have to go out and buy a special jar for this!! If you have something laying around your house, as long as it is clean & free of smells, it is perfectly fine to use.
• Your jar should be decorated and nicely presented.
• The price range for this swap should be no less then $15, but feel free to spoil your partner if you wish!
• Kawaii that qualifies for this swap should be somewhat related to your partners profile. It can really be anything Kawaii related, but try not to overdo the diddl, Disney, or Sanrio if your partner dislikes them.
• You CAN add a few handmade items to your jar! Especially if that is what your partner is in to.
• Please be sure to fill it to the brim with goodies you would love to receive!
• Be Creative!!

Example Pictures: - http://flickr.com/photos/courtly/1078712480/ - http://flickr.com/photos/courtly/1078706812/ - http://flickr.com/photos/ozrob/1781671837/

Because of the weight factor of this swap, I am going to make this one US only (sorry!). If your jar is quite heavy, be sure to send it in a flat-rate prioty box! Also, because I have had some less-then-fabulous swaps recently, I am going to say that this is not a newbie swap. You must have a rating of 5.00, and at least 3 hearts to join, please.