looky looky.....
2 russian doll squishy friends (I named them that, it's not a very good name, I know) and a cushion (that Melinda says she wasn't sure about and I could give to the dog...well, NO, tis mine, all mine!)
plus some paper dolls (too fabulous to cut out? It's OK, she sent me another set so I can frame them - HOORAH!!!)
And she sent me a postcard with a really quite scary white squirrel on it (shudder - albino squirrels) and a lucky stone with a hole in it - which I am expecting to get me big lottery winnings some time soon (or I shall be demanding an explanation for the lack of luck) and some badges and a folded paper thingy that you put your fingers in and pick a corner, wiggle your fingers round, and it tells your fortune (I don't know what they are called - you'll know what I mean, we used to make them in our yoof - square of paper, fold in the corners, fold in again, write silly messages in like 'you smell of fish', and colour on the outside. Geddit?) Miss G is going to LOVE it, she has an obsession with those.
Melinda, you sent too much stuff, but you can't have any of it back, I love it all too much. Thank you thank you thank you. Gosh, I love swaps!!!!
How are you all doing on getting your Russian Dolls out? Any problems? I am here for ear bending should you need it - just email me. I want happy swappers, so if you're not happy then just holler and we can try and make you happy. (we being me)
My giveaway prizes are mailed - so look out for them, winner types. ;)
Plus, in crafty news, I made a cushion for my friend Lou (from home) to give to her friend Suzanne who is getting married in a few weeks. The Swan on it is because Suzanne and her other half (don't know his name - sorry!) are getting wed at a place called The Swan, in a village in Suffolk. Ah, Suffolk. Best county in England, you know.
So, Lou, if you're watching - what do you think? Is it ok?... I drew that swan (I am quite proud of it) all by myself, and she was always the arty one at school, I was the crafty one. We made a good team. Still do, I like to think.
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Yay!! I got my prezzie! I love it thanks soooo much. :o)
Loving your Russian Doll stuff but I want to see the scary squirrel card. I'm intrigued...
Excellent swan. A*+
If you've got a lucky stone, maybe you should enter my blog giveaway?! Got to be in it to win it!
your swap seems to be going really well, you got so many things and they are all gorgous! Love the cushion too, the swan look great to me!
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oooh lovely stuff!!!
I have given you an award on my blog pretty lady!
Oh I think you know that Annie and me swapped successfully. Do you want pictures?
Wow - that is a seriously bumper present parcel. All gorgeous, as is your swan cushion. x
Ooo! what an excellent package of lovely-goodness! And nice cushion too! :)
xx
ummmmm, Suffolk, as I live there I suppose I would have to agree about it being the best county but I'm a Norfolk girl really.
I think I know the pub you mentioned if it is the same village I'm thinking of.
Love the Russian Dolls you received, very sweet.
Maria X
What lovely swappy goodies!! I'm now black and blue from all the kickings I've given myself for not joining in your fab swap!!!!
Your swan cushion is beautiful :)
Being a born and bred Brummie I happen to really love Hampshire where I now reside! I've been to Suffolk on holiday - 'tis lovely!
xxxx
Lovely swap goodies - the paper dolls are particularly fab!
And I think your cushion is wonderful.
Lots of lovely things!
ok, i am being relatively good, i mailed out my swap and it was only a weekend late!! hehe
oh you did get quite the haul of goodies, didnt you??? those paper dolls are a hoot!!!
so no pic of the scary albino squirrel then???
That swan cushion is absolutely gorgeous - I just love the colours and simplicity of it - very Country Living Dahling!
What a lot of wonderful Russian doll goodness too - I particularly love the paper dolls!
Lucy x
Scary squirrel card? I think you should show us!
Lovely swap haul and that cushion is lovely.
I need new cushions, you know ;-)
lovely russian doll swap goodies.. I adore the paper doll one... *wonders if Little Owl would allow me to draw him as a paper owl doll*
georgeous swan cusion.. love the bunting detail.
Hi,
Just to let you know I've tagged you on my blog
April xx
You Russian doll swap mail looks awesome! What a brilliant idea for a swap. Love your Swan cushion - perfect momento for the bride and groom!
Not a bad haul at all, you lucky lady! That swan cushion is beautiful :)
What lovely things you got Katy! Like the swan cushion too - nice fabrics.
Those squishy friends are too cute...I love the little eggy one. I wanted to see the scary squirrel too, did it have pink eyes? Those are really freaky!
Lucky you! I love the paper dolls from the Russian doll swap! I'm glad she sent two sets as I can't imagine cutting them! They're too cute! I'd like to see the scary albino squirrel card too.
The swan pillow turned out great. I'm sure they will be thrilled with it!
I mailed out a package to you on Friday. I hope you'll like it!
Great Russian goodies there! Those little squishies are magic! An albino squirrel though! Related to the Monty Python devil rabbit perhaps?
Your cushion is magic. Swim swan swim.
Mrs Locket and I are taking our time with our swap. Slowly slowly catchy Russian goody. I shall stop babbling now and go to bed.
Good score Katy! Paper dolls, I love alot. Love the pic of ginge in the post before all happy in nappy. Good luck with all the doll sewing.
Oh I so wish I had joined in this fun swap. I love the paper dolls - definitely for framing. The swan cushion is just lovely and a wonderful gift for them.
Your swap looks like a lot of fun.
Definitely agree that Suffolk is the best county in the UK - I can almost taste the fish and chips from Aldeburgh now!
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