How Do You Make Girl Scout SWAPS With Charms?
One of the simplest types of SWAPS to make with Girl Scouts is the pin SWAP, with beads and charms. The charms used should reflect the theme of the event – these snowman SWAPS could be traded at a winter fun event. Open the coiless pins enough so that you can slide the beads and charm onto the back of the pin. This will allow for the SWAP to be opened and pinned onto a scout’s SWAP hat or sash. Do not use pins with coils as the beads will fill the pin on the side that attaches to the garment, and it will not be able to be worn. Slide the beads and charm on the pin in the pattern you have chosen. Add a tag that describes the SWAP – include the troop’s number and the name of the event. The tag should also have the date of the event on it. If your charms are not colorful (ie..metal charms – pictured) then select beads with colors that complement the event – the ballerina charm could be paired with pink and white beads, or if attending the Nutcracker Ballet with your troop, use Christmas c
