14 February 2006
What an exciting week it's been, post/mail-wise. Yesterday, I came into the office (where I often have packages sent, as there's always somebody around) to find the quilt batting and fabric I had ordered. I had bought two different Kaffe Fassett prints -- now, somehow Mr. Fassett has escaped my radar until just recently. I knew who he was and had even read articles about him in Country Living, but somehow I never felt the need to investigate further. The site I bought the batting from also stocks all (or at least most) of his fabrics, and I'm really, really enamoured with the large prints. I'll have to think about what to do with the quarter-meter pieces I ordered, but I'd definitely love to make a Kaffe-print quilt someday (duh.).
Oh, but pictures! Here's a picture:
The lovely and gracious Manda recently offered to send out little piles of scrap fabric she didn't need, and I jumped on that -- I practically live on fabric scraps alone! Her package arrived today, and not only did she send a pleasing array of little fabric swatches, she also included buttons and a fabric badge and a variety of zips -- all tucked inside a hand-quilted pouch! The package was sitting on my desk when I got back from Foyles (the one day I go, and where was everybody? It was a very small crowd today.), and I had to sit at my desk, admiring everything and being quietly excited. Thanks, Manda!
Oh, jumping back to Monday, I also received a glass fawn badge from Happy Owl Glassworks. I haven't taken a picture of it, but it's a very treasured item, indeed. I've wanted one of these for what seems like years (and is definitely at least one year), so having one is like a little mini dream come true. Okay, so there's no reason I couldn't have bought one ages ago, but that's not the thing. The thing is it's so sweet and perfect, and I bought it with bird-print-selling money. It's a very good system, this system of mine.
Too many words, not enough pictures! When I came home today, not only was there a package from my mom, filled with magazines, candy, and ribbons for Rob and I (the ribbons aren't really for Rob), but there was also the most beautifully wrapped package from none other than Ms. Alicia. Look who's come to stay:
Eee! It really was the most stunningly wrapped package, all aqua tissue and pink frizzy paper and cellophane wrappers. I tried holding the new lady bird up to Ira (I whistled a little blackbird-esque song for realism), but I'm not sure he was convinced. His look was less 'Hello, Lady Bird, come into my nest, won't you?' and more 'Those millinery flowers -- can I eat them?' Anyway, I love the new little birdy addition to our flat. Thanks, Alicia!
Speaking of Ira (this post is going to go on forever -- I recently had a cup of caffeinated tea): Rob and I were standing in my craft room (where the birds live), chatting about whatever it is we chat about, and the birds were ignoring us. Eventually, I turned (but didn't move any closer) to the birds, and said, 'Hello, birds!' This is how I usually greet them, as it's polite and cheery, and one must treat others the way one would like to be treated. Ira, who was facing away from me, turned around as soon as I addressed them and gave me a look. I thought it was very clever, because I'm certain he responded to my voice and regular greeting, and it wasn't just a coincidence. Nice, clever Ira. Nice, slightly dimwitted Frankie.
So! I think I shall end this post now with a great big thank you to my internet friends. The Mermaid Princess was saying today that she never would have known there were people out there who put so much time and effort into giving gifts to people they don't even really 'know.' Well, it makes me feel good to be one of those people, and I'm certainly glad to know others of the same breed, because it has really made my day!
Aw! You are so welcome, dear Anna. I hope you have a great Valentine's Day with all your love-filled treats. XO, a
posted by Alicia at February 14, 2006 06:14 PM
I'm so pleased it arrived Anna! After posting it I suddenly panicked that I hadn't put your name on it!
You're very welcome indeed!
posted by manda at February 14, 2006 08:21 PM
isnīt mail the best? iīve been drooling over aliciaīs birds since she posted them on her site.
posted by risa at February 18, 2006 10:00 PM
lucky you! what great surprises from such talented ladies.
posted by mary at February 25, 2006 04:14 AM