Badge: SWAPS
SWAPS are small crafted items Girl Scouts share with each other at events. Two ways of describing the acronym are Special Whatchamacallits Affectionately Pinned Somewhere and Share With A Pal. However,...
View ArticleGrab ‘N’ Go: Friendship Knot SWAP
This SWAP symbolizes WAGGGS. From the ends of the knot that represents the Promise, Law, Motto and Service to others to the four squares that represent the four World Centers. Tools: Scissors...
View ArticleGrab ‘N’ Go: Marshmallow SWAP
This simple SWAP will help you remember your time at camp, enjoying the fire and making s’mores. Tools: Hole punch Materials: White fun foam Hairpin Craft glue Safety pin Steps: Twist pin – Twist...
View ArticleGrab ‘N’ Go: Word SWAP
Pick a word that means something to you. Now, let’s make a SWAP to represent you! Tools: Scissors Materials: Cording Glue Letter beads Mini pony beads Steps: Select beads – Pick the beads you...
View ArticleGrab ‘N’ Go: UV SWAP
UV SWAPs can be treated like any other SWAP, incorporated into a discussion on sun safety or even light science. The beads look white, but when exposed to the sun (UV light), they change color. These...
View ArticleGrab ‘N’ Go: String Keyring
Some heavy string and a hook can make a cool keyring. Try our easy steps here or do your own design. It’s up to you! Tools: Scissors Materials: Heavy string Hook Steps: String — Cut at least an arm’s...
View ArticleGrab ‘N’ Go: Bedroll SWAP
This camp SWAP features a bedroll that is used to sleep in while camping. Tools: Scissors Materials: Felt sheet String Safety pin Non-water soluble glue, if desired Steps: Cut felt — Cut felt into...
View ArticleGrab ‘N’ Go: Blanket SWAP
Who doesn’t love a colorful blanket? This very simple SWAP can be made anytime. Tools: Scissors Materials: Fleece, square Blue tape, if desired Safety pin Steps: Square — From a piece of fleece,...
View ArticleGrab ‘N’ Go: Blow Dryer SWAP
We all love our electronics. This SWAP is a cute way to look at a convenience in a camp way. Tools: Scissors or paper cutter Materials: Jewelry zip top bag, 2″ x 3″ Bag insert, attached Balloon...
View ArticleGrab ‘N’ Go: Breast Cancer SWAP
Use the “think pink” theme and make a simple SWAP with pipe cleaners and pony beads. Tools: Wire cutters Materials: Pony beads, pink Pony beads, white Pipe cleaner / chenille stem, 1/2 Safety pin...
View ArticleGrab ‘N’ Go: Camp Fire SWAP
What says “camp” more than a campfire? This SWAP has no possibility of burning fingers. Tools: Wire cutters Materials: Sticks, 3-4″ long Pipe cleaners, 6″ Orange, red and yellow Safety pin Steps:...
View ArticleGrab ‘N’ Go: Camp in a Bag SWAP
Put everything you think is special about camp in a single bag . . . except for one thing. Don’t add water! Tools: Scissors or paper cutter Materials: Jewelry zip top bag, 2″ x 3″ Bag insert,...
View ArticleGrab ‘N’ Go: Camp Juniper Knoll SWAP
Celebrating an anniversary, such as the 90th for Camp Juniper Knoll, gives you a theme for your SWAPs. Find something that speaks to you for your SWAP. Tools: Scissors or paper cutter Jewelry pliers...
View ArticleGrab ‘N’ Go: Fabric Sit Upon SWAP
Search your stash or sales to find cheap fabric. Just be sure if it comes apart, you use some glue on the edges to keep the fabric from unraveling. Tools: Scissors Needle Materials: Fabric Fun foam...
View ArticleGrab ‘N’ Go: Foam Sit Upon SWAP
This simple SWAP can be made easily by one person or you can get a group together for an assembly style session. Tools: Scissors Paper punch Needle (plastic canvas) Materials: Craft foam, cut in...
View ArticleGrab ‘N’ Go: Spider SWAP
Spiders are a great SWAP for everything from camp to Halloween. Our spider is very basic, but you can always add to it to make it better! Tools: Wire cutters Materials: Pipe cleaner, black Pony bead,...
View ArticleGrab ‘N’ Go: Star SWAP
Decorate your star SWAP to reflect your fun personality! The PDF has a sheet you can print as a template to make as many stars as you need. For your chipboard / cardboard, use recycled cereal boxes,...
View ArticleGrab ‘N’ Go: Star Light SWAP
A small poem brings magic to the night sky. Share a wish with your SWAP. Tools: Scissors or paper cutter Materials: Jewelry zip top bag, 2″ x 3″ Bag insert, attached Confetti, star Safety pin...
View ArticleGrab ‘N’ Go: SWAP Necklace
One way to display / wear your SWAPs is on a necklace. By finger knitting a necklace, you have loose stitches that look really good with the SWAPs. If you need more help, check out “finger knitting” on...
View ArticleGrab ‘N’ Go: Tape Sit-Upon SWAP
For little fingers, this might be the easiest sit-upon SWAP yet. Tools: Scissors Sharpie or other permanent marker Materials: Duct tape, decorative Fun foam square Safety pin Steps: Fun foam — Find...
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