Thursday, June 9, 2011

OMGosh!!! My Swap Package Arrived!! :-)

I am a member of Ravelry, a website where all kinds of knitters and crocheters share posts about their projects, and in particular a group on there called "We Love Lucy", who follow the blog of Lucy in the UK on her blog, Attic24.  Anyhoo.. we had a "swap" recently and the organizers paired participants up, I requested someone from the UK - I love the "old Blighty"!  My partner, Christina from West Sussex sent me this amazing package.. it arrived all wrapped pretty in this paper... see all the super soft yarn in citrus colors?  YUM!  Then the paper began to fly.. each holding another treasure!!
In a box inside the box were 2 pretty tea mugs from the Victoria & Albert Museum! Each of which held a luscious skein of Debbie Bliss "Andes" - an amazing yarn made of baby Alpaca and Mulberry Silk! OH MY it's lush!
The whole collection below.. how spoiled was I??  
A "Past Times" keychain with a watch and Union Jack flag designs!
Another "Past Times" jewelry item.. this amazing enamel pendant with pretty sparkly stones!  I am going to wear this tonight at my granddaughter's Kindergarten graduation! :-)
Three tiny and adorable tins.. oh I can see some beads and little treasures in these!!
Both tea mugs and the Bliss yarn..
And some yummy smelling perfume, (which I have on now), Bath Seeds, Sachet and soap! OH wow!
The handmade item is this amazing Cowl that Christina made, I'm afraid I photographed it inside out, but I had to try it on and it's so cozy and gorgeous, my favorite color!!
A really pretty card, isn't it lovely?  Wish such a nice note inside.. awww
Some tea.. I **LOVE** Earl Grey!  Some chocolate that sounds divine.. and cocoa! Can't wait to try it!
More shots of the sheen of the Alpaca and Silk..
Can't you just feel how soft and such a pretty shine!
One last photo of the necklace and keychain watch.  Aren't they divine?  I love all of it totally!!
Thank you so much, Christina, you are an absolute darling and SO generous!  What fun this was!

((hugs)), Teresa :-)
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23 comments:

  1. IntheskyJune 9, 2011 at 3:02 PM

    What a beautiful swap parcel it was so worth the wait, and it is all very 'you'. You must be over the moon. What great fun! :) x

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  2. UnknownJune 9, 2011 at 3:05 PM

    Well, well, looks like someone has a very exciting and special day. Teresa, you have to keep me posted for the next one. You know I missed this one and would have loved to play along. What are you going to do with that yummie citrus yarn. Lordy, I can think of so many things. I don't know where to stop, but I will tell you. You must be on the look out for a blog treasure case to keep all your secret goodies and friends close by. Scrolling and drooling back up to have another look-e-lou.

    FABULOUS....

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  3. Christine65June 9, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    Wow! Sounds like a great swap. Enjoy your pressies :)

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  4. deedownunderJune 9, 2011 at 3:27 PM

    Wow, what a fabulous parcel ...you are lucky! You will have to show us what you make with that lovely yarn.

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  5. AnonymousJune 9, 2011 at 3:28 PM

    lol. I am so glad you liked it Teresa :) I hope it was worth the wait.

    Thank you for being my swap partner. It feels great to make new friends and connect with people a long way away :)

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  6. mynestofyarnandbuttonsJune 9, 2011 at 4:00 PM

    Wow, Teresa you were one lucky lady!!!!!!! xoRobin❤

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  7. MeredithJune 9, 2011 at 4:18 PM

    Once again I am having to say that you are one lucky girl. Your gifts are so special, the yarn so yummy I want to rub my face in it. I can't wait to see all you decide to do with it.
    Hugs to you Teresa,
    Meredith

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  8. Pammy SueJune 9, 2011 at 5:22 PM

    Wow...you hit the jackpot, didn't you? That is the absolute best swap package I have ever seen! All of that yummy yarn and some Debbie Bliss too. The coffee cups are to die for...but I guess they are tea cups since they came from England. What a fun package. Thanks for sharing. I almost feel like I got it too.

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  9. DorothyJune 9, 2011 at 5:38 PM

    Oh my Teresa .. what a fabulous exchange gift. The yarn is gorgeous and that watch is to die for !! Dorothy xox

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  10. Stitchy Mc Floss June 9, 2011 at 9:04 PM

    Such lovely things...and it could not been given to a nicer person. :)

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  11. CaroleJune 9, 2011 at 11:52 PM

    Wow! What a lot of lovely goodies - lucky you!

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  12. Sue PinnerJune 10, 2011 at 12:14 AM

    wow! lucky you...what a fabulous swap you got there
    Enjoy
    Hugs x

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  13. Helen PhilippsJune 10, 2011 at 12:56 AM

    Wow, What a lucky lady you are Teresa! That is an amazing parcel of treats! The yarn is such delicious colours - I wonder what you will make?? Enjoy your delicious Earl Grey tea (one of my favourites) and all your other goodies!
    Helen x

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  14. Chain Stitch CrochetJune 10, 2011 at 5:26 AM

    Love the cups, but the yarn is the best! :o)

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  15. JaneJune 10, 2011 at 8:00 AM

    Goodness me Teresa,what a fantastic parcel. Earl grey is my standard afternoon cuppa and I am sitting with a cup as I type this!
    Jane x

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  16. AnonymousJune 10, 2011 at 8:25 AM

    Wow ! What an amazing parcel! You must be thrilled! Thank you so much for popping into Chalky's World and joining in the Giveaway fun.
    Call in often
    Kindest Regards Linda

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  17. byhooks4uJune 10, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    wow..nice package..isn't it fun?

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  18. MelissaJune 10, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    Wow! What a wonderful swap package!

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  19. my4lilgirlsJune 10, 2011 at 12:22 PM

    Oh my, such an amazing box of gifts, everything is so beautiful. You must feel loved:)
    Karen

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  20. penelope10June 11, 2011 at 5:18 AM

    hoping this works!

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  21. silverpebbleJune 11, 2011 at 12:27 PM

    Hi Teresa. You received some beautiful things - what a beautiful necklace too. Lucky lucky you!

    I'm excited about your artclay starter pack too. Do you think it would help for me to post an artclay tutorial?

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  22. AnonymousJune 11, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    You are the lucky lady today. What beautiful gifts you recieved. Lovely yarn, so many gorgeous goodies. Cathy, ED4448

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  23. SoiliJune 11, 2011 at 5:01 PM

    Beautiful yarn, now you made me jealous :)

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