Well.. I showed you all the lovely goodies I got... but there was a catch to this swap... I had to send goodies too!!!
(sorry.. lots of pictures... I didn't always remember to take them in groups and I wanted to add links where appropriate ..... )
The candle mat was made using a lovely pattern I received last year (from Shez?)..... I love the weight of the thicker felt for the candlemat... of course a little scented candle went too!
... something to make.... I love Annie Downs designs and I love the little bon bons... so I hope Cathy does too... and a little decoration to hang on the tree....
... a table runner and matching hot pot mat.... and a dishcloth, washcloth and cute little teapot spoon...
another pattern... this time a card holder by Bronwyn Hayes with a notebook, christmas bird heart (Rosalie Quinlan design), a charm pack and other bits and bobs....
... gotta have some sewing accessories...
... and this is what I sent for the main giftie.... I love this design and made one for myself last year (Gail Pan) .... the little hanger is sweet too and I hope will give Cathy lots of Christmas cheer for years to come....
.... so that was my contribution..... Cathy wrote to say she loved it all... so both of us are happy little elves....
Thanks again to Cheryl for organising this fun swap....
Righto... Gotto Go.... so, so, so stinking hot and dry so I'm off to find somewhere cool .......
Cathy must be over the moon happy with these lovely gifts , beautiful work Fiona !! hugs Sheila
ReplyDeleteYou really made her a lot of beautiful things and things she can enjoy creating herself, that is the best kind of swap.
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You have sent great gifts, a lot of time and thought in them too. Especially like the way you have done the binding and points on the wall hanging, they really finish it off well. Let me know if you can find a cool spot, it's hot and dry here too.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful gifts and lovely stitching!
ReplyDeleteI love all of it!!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful gifts. The weather here is not bad at all, so much so that I'm in 3/4 length jeans and a long sleaved top so you are welcome to come on down :o) hugs
ReplyDeleteFiona what wonderful gifts you made and yep i sent you the pattern and you have made it up beautifully,well done my friend on a awesome swap.xx
ReplyDeleteWhat lovely gifts you sent to Cathy. I'm sure she was thrilled to receive them.
ReplyDeleteLucky Cathy receiving all those gorgeous gifts...
ReplyDeleteHi Fiona,
ReplyDeleteJust love all those Chrissy goodies, you've been working hard.
Cheers, Anita.
You were busy. I am sure she loved them all
ReplyDeletewow your gifts to cathy are gorgeous! love the stitched bag and the candle mat is wonderful. your stitchery is gorgeous too. The variegated thread is very effective.
ReplyDeleteBubz...what amazing gifts you have made...great big wow....
ReplyDeleteLots of gorgeous goodies to admire...so much fun unwrapping :)
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ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful gifts you made Fiona
ReplyDeleteSuch lovely stuff.
ReplyDeleteWhat lovely goodies, I'm sure Cathy will love them!
ReplyDeleteThat is a beautiful collection of gifties Fiona - Cathy will be thrilled I'm sure!
ReplyDeleteLucky Cathy, a fabulous collection of gorgeousness, what a great swap...
ReplyDeleteSo many beautiful things
ReplyDeleteHmm don't you just love that 'catch' to swaps, lol. Wow what utter gorgeousness you sent, Cathy must have been so thrilled! Made things, and things to make, and bits to fondle and bits to use, such a fabulous package :)
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