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09/17/2025

🌟 Big News, Everyone! 🌟

SwapMoms has officially transitioned into Shirley Thrift Store ! While the name is new, our vision stays the same—to provide affordable clothing, support our community, and create a place where everyone feels welcome. 🛍️💛

We’re so grateful for the love and support from everyone who has been a part of SwapMoms, and we’re excited to continue that journey with Shirley’s Thrift Store. Our mission is still about thrift, giving, and growing together—just under a new name and a fresh new space!

✨ Keep an eye out for our grand opening, where we’ll have fun, community activities, and a chance to connect with all of you. We can’t wait to see you there and share this next chapter with our amazing community!

07/25/2025

💜 Help Me Build Shirley’s Thrift Store for Waupaca County 💜

I’m so excited to share a dream that’s been growing in my heart for a long time — Shirley’s Thrift Store. We’re still in the middle of remodeling, but I wanted to open up about what this means to me, where it all started, and how you can help shape what’s coming next.

Many of you know me from SwapMoms, the community I built in Fond du Lac. Through SwapMoms, I got to meet incredible people and give away hundreds of pieces of clothing to families in need. We weren’t just swapping clothes — we were supporting each other, sharing stories, and proving that community can make a real difference. When I moved to Weyauwega last year, I knew I wanted to bring that same heart and impact to my new home.

Shirley’s Thrift Store is named after my grandma Shirley. Some of my favorite memories are of us wandering through Goodwill, laughing as we dug through racks, finding clothes we could afford and make our own. It wasn’t about the brands or the price tags — it was about the time together and making the most of what we had. When Shirley passed away, I knew I wanted to carry her name forward in a way that could keep giving back.

My goal is to merge everything I’ve learned from SwapMoms with Shirley’s Thrift Store, creating not just a thrift shop, but a resource for Waupaca County. We’re working on programs like:

Free clothing vouchers for families in need

Emergency packs for people facing crises

Back-to-school drives & winter coat giveaways

Job readiness closets for those starting fresh

“Take What You Need” racks for urgent needs

But to make sure we’re building something that truly helps, I need your input. Whether you’re a church, a business, a school, or an individual, your feedback matters more than ever.

👉 Please take a few minutes to fill out our Community Clothing Needs & Support Survey:

https://b6tfd8-aw.myshopify.com/

Your responses will guide us as we prepare to open, ensuring Shirley’s Thrift Store reflects what our community really needs. This is about more than clothes — it’s about honoring Shirley, carrying forward what SwapMoms stood for, and creating a place where kindness, resourcefulness, and dignity always come first.

Thank you for being part of this journey with me. Together, we can build something that makes a real difference. 💜

Finally feel settled in at the new place and baby Willow will be making her appearance any day now! I can’t wait to see ...
12/30/2024

Finally feel settled in at the new place and baby Willow will be making her appearance any day now! I can’t wait to see what 2025 brings for swapmoms. It’s already been a dream come true, so thank you guys so much- We can’t wait!

🌸 Partner with Swap Moms: Support Your Community and Benefit Your Business!🌸As a low-income mom, I know firsthand how ov...
12/30/2024

🌸 Partner with Swap Moms: Support Your Community and Benefit Your Business!🌸

As a low-income mom, I know firsthand how overwhelming it can be to provide for my kids. Clothing is a constant need—kids grow so quickly, and keeping up with their changing sizes can feel impossible. The cost of buying all-new clothes for multiple children adds up fast, especially when you're juggling other essential expenses like food, housing, and childcare. I've experienced the stress of trying to stretch every dollar and the relief that comes from finding support in unexpected places.

Swap Moms is more than just a clothing exchange; it's a community. It’s a place where moms can find quality, gently-used clothing for free and feel supported in their journey. Our mission is to make life a little easier for families while promoting sustainability and reducing waste. For moms like me, Swap Moms is a lifeline—a way to meet the needs of our children without sacrificing our financial stability.

Fill out the google form if you are interested link is on our page! Also please please share!

🍷✨ It's Here our surprise ! Join Us for Our First Sips, Snacks & Swaps Event: Wine & Winter Wear!✨🍷Kick off the holiday ...
10/26/2024

🍷✨ It's Here our surprise !
Join Us for Our First Sips, Snacks & Swaps Event: Wine & Winter Wear!✨🍷

Kick off the holiday season and cozy up with us for our Wine & Winter Wear Swap – the first in our exclusive, rotating event series for moms! Bring your gently-used winter wear and exchange it for fresh pieces to keep you stylish and warm this season. ❄️👗

What to Expect:
- Winter Clothes Swap: Swap cozy sweaters, jackets, scarves, and other winter must-haves etc.
- Wine & Charcuterie: Savor a delicious selection of wines paired with an artisanal charcuterie spread.
- Swap Token Bring an item, earn a token, and use it to pick out something new-to-you!

Event Details:
🗓️ Date: Nov 9th
🕕 Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location- Weyauwega- Address, provided upon RSVP
🎟️ Entry Fee: $5 per person (supporting future Swap Moms events)

RSVP today to reserve your spot, and get ready for a night of connection, wine, and sustainable style! 🍷 Let’s make this first event a cozy, memorable success.

Making the trick or treating bags for tomorrow farmers market !! 🥰🥰🥰
10/26/2024

Making the trick or treating bags for tomorrow farmers market !! 🥰🥰🥰

🌿A New Chapter for SwapMoms🌿With a heart full of gratitude and a few tears, I’m sharing a big change for SwapMoms. We’re...
10/25/2024

🌿A New Chapter for SwapMoms🌿

With a heart full of gratitude and a few tears, I’m sharing a big change for SwapMoms. We’re relocating to Weyauwega in Waupaca County, where we’ll be building a storefront right on our property—a space that will carry the heart and soul of what we’ve built together.

When I started SwapMoms just three months ago, I never imagined the incredible community that would rally around it. The kindness, support, and shared love for creating something meaningful have left me deeply humbled. But life brings changes, and in God’s timing, my journey is shifting. At 27 weeks pregnant, preparing to leave my home in Fond du Lac, and stepping into a new town alongside my partner, I feel an emotional mix of excitement and sadness.

Leaving the community where SwapMoms was born is hard. This has been a place of laughter, friendships, and so many heartfelt connections. But the dream lives on, and I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to build something lasting here on our own property—a space where moms can continue to connect, swap, and create lasting memories together. This change also means I’ll be able to stay home with our kiddos—a blessing I hold so close.

SwapMoms has always been about more than clothes or items; it’s about showing up for one another and sharing life. Your support over these past months has meant the world, and every message, swap, and smile has strengthened this dream. From the bottom of my heart, thank you. Together, we’re creating a place where moms can connect, laugh, and lift each other up.

Stay tuned for updates on our grand opening in Weyauwega and more plans that are close to my heart. This is just the beginning, and I can’t wait to welcome you all into our new home.

With love and endless gratitude,
Janis

🎃🍁 Join Us for the Last Saturday at Fond du Lac Farmers Market!🍁🎃It’s the final Farmers Market of the season, and we’re ...
10/25/2024

🎃🍁 Join Us for the Last Saturday at Fond du Lac Farmers Market!🍁🎃

It’s the final Farmers Market of the season, and we’re celebrating big! Bring the kids for the Monster Match from 10 AM - 12 PM for some trick-or-treat fun. 👻

✨ Swing by the SwapMoms booth, located right across from Sal's Pizza! We’re giving out bags full of goodies for the kiddos—perfect to add some Halloween excitement!

Don’t miss out on this festive finale. See you there! 🎃🌽🍎

* We will still be there at 8am for the normal farmers market *

🤫 PSSST… MOMS, CAN YOU KEEP A SECRET?🤫Something *seriously exciting* is coming your way, and we can barely keep it under...
10/21/2024

🤫 PSSST… MOMS, CAN YOU KEEP A SECRET?🤫

Something *seriously exciting* is coming your way, and we can barely keep it under wraps! 😍

Picture this: You and your favorite group of moms, gathering for a series of **unique, themed events** – each one full of fun, laughter, and a chance to swap out your wardrobe in the most eco-friendly way possible. 💃👗🍷

We’re talking...
✨ Cozy nights in with wine and winter wear…
✨ Fun afternoons swapping kids’ clothes over fresh lemonade...
✨ Chic evenings of mocktails, maternity fashion, and meaningful connections...
And guess what? **Each event will have a different theme** and will be hosted at a different home, making every gathering one-of-a-kind. 🙌

But that’s ALL we can say for now... 😉 Can you guess what’s coming next?
Drop your guesses in the comments below! Those who guess right might just get an *exclusive sneak peek* or *early access* to the first event! 🎉🎁

Trust us, this is something you won’t want to miss! Get ready for something BIG! 🌟

You must be apart of our community Facebook group for this as well! So don’t forget to join! Link 🔗 on our page!

Come see us for the last hour!! We are across from sal’s pizza! 🍕
10/19/2024

Come see us for the last hour!! We are across from sal’s pizza! 🍕

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