GumDrop Swap

I recently had the opportunity to test drive a new type of consignment shop for children's clothing - GumDrop Swap. Heaven knows, we're going through clothes like crazy right now at Chez Sticky Feet as the girls seem to grow out of their clothes overnight! I jumped at the chance to trade in some of Bo and the girls' old clothing for new clothing in their current sizes.

GumDrop Swap is an innovative idea that redefines consignment shopping. Becoming a member allows you to send a box of gently used clothing to swap for new-to-you apparel in your child's current size. No hassle. No paying multiple eBay shipping fees. You just send the box and then select what items you would like and receive a another box full of clothing in new sizes.

Overall, I was happy with my first GumDrop Swap and I do plan to participate in the service again. I was able to exchange all of the girls newborn apparel and many of Bo's outfits that he has outgrown and that I don't think the girls will wear for GumDrops. I just printed off the checklist and packed it all in a large box. (Note: it is more economical to swap a large box of clothing at once to save on shipping costs). I sent a very large box and the shipping cost was just over $14. I earned over 200 GumDrops for the items I sent and then selected from the list of items online in larger sizes for my little ones.

Approximately a week later, I received a large box from GumDrop Swap and it felt like Christmas morning all over again as I opened the box and anticipated what surprises were inside. Some of the clothing wasn't to my taste (I'm not big on frills, lace, etc. but you can be more specific if there are items you do not want to receive. I'll do that next time.) but all of the clothing was good quality and in excellent condition. At least ten of the pieces I received were brand new with tags!

Currently, a one month membership to GumDrop Swap is only $4.99. I highly suggest that you give it a try if you have clothing in your house that your children have outgrown and you're not saving for other children. My girls may actually get to wear a few pink sleepers instead of all of the baseball themed and blue clothing that they have been wearing thanks to GumDrop Swap!

Congratulations to Tara who won the FlyDuds Giveaway!