Rainy Season

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Some of you may be wondering how to give those items that you just don't use or need anymore a new home or life in the rainy season, in other words, pass them along with the free box.
Well, I have one solution that many people love and that is a clothing exchange otherwise known as a naked lady party.
I co-hosted just such a party this past Friday and it was a hit as they always are.  We called it the the Rainy Day Free Box exchange because that's exactly what it was.  I distributed the new issue of the zine and it was a huge hit.

Skye Blue reading Free Box the Zine atop of some of the clothing exchange leftovers.

Here are a few tips to hosting your own Rainy Day Free Box or clothing exchange.

* Decide if you want it to be co-ed or just one gender.
* Invite people of all sizes and body types and encourage them to invite another person of the same or similar size.  That way you don't end up with a majority of one size of clothing and everyone can enjoy the swap.
* You may want to suggest that the clothing should be gently worn or still wearable simply because very few people will take something that has been heavily worn and torn.
* You may want to have it be a "snackluck" where everyone brings a finger food or snack to munch on.  Searching through clothing and trying it on can really work up an appetite.
* You may want to co-host with one or two people so they can help you sort and take the leftover clothing to Goodwill or a charity of your choice.  That way the burden isn't all upon the host.
* Have at least one full length mirror for people to view their potential finds in.
* If the party will be co-ed, you may want separate dressing rooms in case people are feeling bashful.

In general, clothing swaps are hugely successful and it's a great way to socialize.  You would think these things would be cut throat, but actually, not everything fits everyone and in the end you begin to suggest items to your friends when you come across something that is their style.
I think there's a lot of camaraderie at these events and it's fun to just put on a bizarre combination of clothing you would never wear and hang out in it for a while.

I hope this inspires you to host your own event and share the spoils even though the days and nights might be filled with rain ~

Issue 11 Has Hit the Streets

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So today was yet another lovely Portland day, and I was able to come across a semi dry free box to distribute issue 11 in.
This is a permanent free box, by the way.  It's located on the corner of SE 28th and Main.  To be honest I have never found anything great in it, but I like that it's a permanent one and it's quite large.

So be on the lookout for the swankiest issue yet and happy free boxing!

Issue 11 is Here!!

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I printed Issue 11 today, so be on the lookout in free boxes everywhere! (in Portland mostly).

I will periodically post some of the images that look better in color from the zine on the blog so you can all enjoy them.

I thought the first to share was this calendar I found of Carmen Electra.  Enjoy ~