Before I had a blog, I rarely got packages in the mail. My mom used to surprise me with things she'd made, and that was always a very special treat.
But blog world has changed my lack of mail. I never know what to expect from the generosity of fellow bloggers.
There are contests, giveaways, and just plain old gifties always going on in the blog-o-sphere.
Recently, I got a couple of GREAT packages, these are from sponsors of Bird Song, coming up at the end of April.
Miss Sandy sent all this loveliness, a big, overflowing box of hand made goodies to give as gifts to the participants!
And, in the bottom of the box, this bit of gorgeousness, a collage to give as a door prize!
Celeste, sent a box-o-pretties too, here is a small sample of the generous supplies she sent for me to share with my guests.
My BFF, Beth, not only designed and provided the images for the gift bags that she also helped sew together, she has made these little nature inspired sachets to slip into the goodie bags too.
For a full list of the kind hearted friends of mine who are sponsoring the event, there is a list on the sidebar of my blog.
This box, though, was a real surprise! I had ordered another hundred or so 1860s Charlotte dolls from Germany and was really excited to get this package marked from that dealer. But when I opened it up, it wasn't cute little dollies looking back up at me, it was this!!
The original invoice was in the box, so I know who the rightful owner is and will send it on to him, some guy named Nathan in Minneapolis. But not until after I show Sugarwings, she'll love this. That kid shares my interest in the spooky side of life. Big bad wolves, witches, and goblins always make her happy. I might tell her these are goblin eyes…
Oh, and my Charlottes arrived safely, too. And they are the big ones, I've not carried those before. I'll let you know when I add them to the shop, but first I want to play with them and make a few things myself.
This package was much better, I won this hand made bag from Teresa. Very, very pretty, and so well made. Its a really sturdy, heavy bag for as dainty as it looks.
And a kind hearted reader who knows my deep, true love of old ribbon sent this. Thanks, Marilyn!
See why I skip happily down the driveway when I go to check the mail? Its not just a mail box, its a treasure chest.
Sometimes I'm lucky enough to get treasures in person. My pal, Sherry (who will be a house guest during Bird Song) gave this cute packet of sequins and jewels to me at Moulin Rouge.
And my Moulin Rouge roomie, Kim, gave me this pretty package containing a sweet necklace that she made.
Poor Kim. She didn't get the best deal in rooming with me. My snoring is back! My theory is that I need to lose a few pounds. Because the surgery to stop the snoring worked before the holidays and all the treats that I ate kicked in.
Plus, Kim doesn't have an once of fat on her body to keep her warm, and I tend to over heat at night, so we had some different views on the thermostat setting. I was a night owl and she gets up before 6am, so we weren't well suited in that way. Its a good thing she is such a nice person with so many fun stories to listen to!! We had plenty to talk about and got along well, even with our differences. I hope I didn't annoy her too much.
Kim is holding two dolls made by Colleen, and she ended up buying the rabbit.
Colleen is some one I really enjoyed getting to know. She drove us all over, to Venice Beach, In and Out Burger, the garment district. So, I am sending her this little package of things as a thank you.
I've found that its just as nice to send fun mail as it is to get it!
Colleen is a sweetie, isn’t she? i hope to have her back here in NJ next year!
next time you go on a retreat, pack your roommate a goodie bag with some of those pink, girlie earplugs and you’ll get along just fine!
so what did sugar wings think of the eyeballs? kind of a funny story, but glad you finally got your Charlottes!
kecia
Sometimes I bet the mail lady thinks I’m stalking her! Walking around the front gate, waiting on her to arrive. Love your pretties!
Brenda
Whoo Wee that is all I can say. You lucky girl you. One day my mail lady said you sure get a lot of stamps this way. She is so right. I love to get and send cards all over the world. Ones I make myself, of course. Hey I have your address I will send you one.
QMM
All the little gifts you received are lovely, but those eyeballs sure are creepy though.
Danielle
Yikes! Were those eyes life size?? Reminds me of my grandpa. He had a glass eye. It irritated him and he’d just put it in a drawer rather than wear it. My grandma used to get a kick out of telling me to get something out of that drawer.
It’s Christmas all the time at your house, isn’t it? Those were some great little packages.
Who doesn’t LOVE mail! It’s always a great day, except for those eyeballs 🙂 Love all the goodies for your party! Darling hearts.
deb
Those eyeballs crack me up! So, looking forward to Bird Song and how fun to get a little sneak peek at some of the goodies….
I’ll bet your mail carrier had a very heavy mail sack!
Hugs, Diane
Wow…you must have a magical portal in your mailbox with all those wonderful goodies coming from it! Fabulous!
Smiles, Karen
Hey,
We’d make perfect room mates, I snore, I like the room cold, and I’m a night owl, too.
~elaine~
Hi Karla,
Wow!! You did get a lot of nice things, fun to see everything, what a fun class this will be, I hope to join in one some day, meanwhile I look to your fun blog to be inspired!
Celeste, http://www.victoriantailor.com
Karla ~
Those are wonderful treasures you got
in the mail!! I can’t wait for Bird Song!!
I feel bad for my roomy too because I snore ~
Darn it!!! I didn’t know that there is surgery
for snoring ~ I am going to have to check in
to that 🙂
xoxo
Lori
Karla,
Such incredible things. Isn’t the wonderful world of blogging fabulous? I love the goodies. Your surprises from the your sponsors look so unique and beautiful. I so wish I could be there! I know it will go wonderfully and everyone will have a comfortable relaxed time out at your house.
XO,
Suz
The eyes are so funny! All the goodies are wonderful. I will have to read more about Bird Song. If youre involved Im sure it will be fabulou!
Oh those eyes!! I think this would only happen to you–I see plenty of blogs and view plenty of art supplies. No body ever had eyeballs before–even the more macabre artists!! Those other gifts…beautiful!
Oh I am swooning over all the goodies! Except the eyeballs. Those could cause actual fainting — the bad kind!
Yes there are the most generous souls here on Planet Blog. Looks like you have a lot of wonderful new treasures. And I agree it is just as much fun to give as it is to receive. Happy Spring and Birds Who Sing…
This is such a fun post. I love all the eye candy – even the eyeballs! Your blog is always a delight to read.
Golly, how fun to get mail that doesn’t come in window envelopes that mandate a prompt reply! I’m glad you didn’t ask us to pick a favorite, because I simply couldn’t. Each and every one is a gem.