I have heard of this site but I have not really checked it out properly. I will now though thanks for the info

 Lexi xxx

We have always donated our stuff to the Salvos or other charities always being concerned whether or not the stuf was getting to those who needed it. We saw a documentary not so long ago about how most of the unwanted goods we donate end up being purchased by merchants who then flog the goods to shop owners in third world countries. Then those items were purchased for a relatively high price by those who could least afford it. A great idea. We are just about to pass on all our baby things and a load of toys. We will definitely be using Freecycle. Thanks Mewannabot

x D x

I am a frecycler, and I must say that I rave about it to everyone I meet. You can find it at http://www.freecycle.org/

I have just been out to pick up some bath toys for my little ones and have a whole load of things that I am about to offer out. We have acquired cot sheets (let's face it, they rarely wear out), clothes, plants (got my first peas the other day), a nappy bin and even a climbing frame. We have given away lots of things, including the nappies left over in the pack when the kids grew too fast. This is such an excellent scheme. Here (UK) we call the shops that take in second hand things and sell them on for a cause Charity Shops, and I feel a little bad that they are missing out on some things, but my thoughts are that if someone is hard up enough to be prepared to take second hand bedding and furniture from strangers, they shouldn't have to pay for it. I have always used second hand stuff when we can't afford new or are saving up, and I love it when I get a great bargain. If I can also help people by giving away things I no longer need, then that also gives me a buzz - everyone is happy.

So, I concur - sign up, clear out and collect some other bits to fill their place!

I think this is a great idea. Some things in the house that are no longer useful to us may do a family a world of good. Especially when it comes to old clothes that our youngest children may have outgrown. What use is it if it's just going to sit in the a box in the attic? Might as well help others in need. I also like the fact that it does prevent landfills from filling up.

I haven't used such a website, but what I do is to look through my closet near the end of the year and get rid of clothes that no longer fit, or that I haven't used in years. Then I haul them to a local charity to donate. The good thing about this is it is tax deductible!

Great idea! I'm not sure why this would be getting such poor votes.

Sounds good thanks for the advice! :)