Summary
Cherry Matthews has set up a Halloween costume swap-shop in Washington, Sunderland. This shop helps families save money by exchanging costumes instead of buying new ones each year.
Key Facts
- The swap-shop is located in Matthews' art workspace.
- Families can pick and drop off children's costumes at the shop.
- The idea is to reduce the financial burden on parents during Halloween.
- Matthews has five children and knows costume expenses firsthand.
- The shop is inspired by a company that offers reusable tableware for parties.
- Parents often feel pressure to buy new costumes due to social media trends.
- The shop has received positive feedback from the community.
- Matthews encourages others to replicate the idea in their own communities.
