Recently I joined in on another tea cup exchange at The Enchanting Rose blogspot. These are always so much fun and I look forward to them every time. This is my 5th exchange. You receive a person's name and information on their interests and you send a gift package to them. Someone else receives your name and sends a package to you. Beautiful gifts are always sent and everyone puts so much care into their packages, often creating or purchasing that "perfect" gift. People all over the world get involved and many friendships are made.
This is the package that I received from Jo. Wow, did I get spoiled.
The person I received my gift package from is Jo Trajillo from Colorado. One of my favorite states. Jo was so considerate, going through my blog to see what my interests are. She found out we have many things in common including our favorite color is yellow, we love crafts, antiques, Ironstone and decorating, etc. It's so nice sharing the same interests with someone.
I have been quite spoiled throughout the tea cup exchanges I have participated in and the spoiling continued on this exchange. Jo sent me this beautiful Ironstone brown transfer ware tea cup to go with my farmhouse decor. I absolutely love it, and the colors are definitely me. This design is a favorite of hers and I'm so glad she shared it with me.
The creamer and sugar bowl are just adorable. The warm cream, brown and yellow colors just warm my heart - oh how I love the earth tones. Aren't they pretty?
Jo chose this tea as it was made right there in Colorado, I look forward to trying every flavor.
These push pins are just too cute, they will definitely come in handy. I love the sweet little gift box they came in.
Aren't these pumpkins cute? These will now be part of my annual decor. Pumpkins are one of my favorite Autumn decor pieces.
I love the card she sent. A fall photo with a religious message, "May you be blessed by the Lord, THE MAKER of heaven and earth Psalm 115:15. Very nice.
The person that I sent a gift package to was Michele at The Nest at Finch Rest. I love her blog name. Michelle surprised me by sending me a sweet little gift package back in thanks for what I sent to her. What a wonderful and totally unexpected surprise that was. The card is a beautiful Autumn design and the cards are perfect. They will come in handy. She also sent some wonderful fall related stickers and a very pretty, scented sachet. Thank you Michele! I love everything!
This was another wonderful tea cup exchange and I'm so glad I was able to meet new friends through it.
(Please excuse the shadows in the photos as I was having problems with lighting).
Thank you Stephanie (The Enchanting Rose).
~Kelly ~
Hello Kelly ~ I loved scrolling down and looking at all the beauty that Jo gifted you with, my what an amazing collection, and that tea cup... So YOU!
ReplyDeleteI'M DROOLING over those push pins, adorable!! You had better hide those when I come for a visit or they may just disappear. 😉
What a blessing for you to share with Michele, one of the loveliest ladies in our blogging community. She has one BIG heart! ♡
Enjoy your treasures ♡
I have to agree with Debbie, I love those little push pins. I love browns, so I do adore your cup and saucer! Fun fun fun.
ReplyDeleteI'm in love with your brown transferware teacup. The creamer and sugar bowl are perfect for fall. What a fun fall package, you certainly were blessed.
ReplyDeleteHi Barb, I couldn't find an e-mail for you so I'm responding this way. Thank you so much for dropping by. Everything was wonderful, I was definitely blessed by Jo.
DeleteHow lovely! Stephanie's exchange is just the best!
ReplyDeleteI love the swap you received...and those thumb tacks?! I would have never guessed that's what they were. Super cute! Enjoy it all!
ReplyDeleteAwe, you did get some beauties didn't you? I love it all. I have so enjoyed the exchange as well and love making new friends through the exchange. So glad I popped over to visit. Hugs and blessings, Cindy
ReplyDeleteHi, Aunt Kelly! It was an absolute pleasure to see what Jo sent you. You know, we and a few other gals from Colorado are hoping to get together for tea after the holidays. Wish you could come join us :)
ReplyDeleteLove those sweet push pins and the tea cup is stunning! Thanks for joining the exchange. Love you!
When we were kids my mother had a set of everyday dishes similar to your teacup. We loved them. So entertaining to imagine where the coach was going, etc. I'm so happy for you that you get to enjoy this one. I love all your other gifts too. How thoughtful to put in some pumpkin to decorate with.
ReplyDeleteOh What a delight to receive such goodies :) Kelly...everything just says "you" :D
ReplyDeleteYour new cup is lovely! It coordinates so nicely with the creamer and sugar dish.
ReplyDeleteJo certainly did her homework, and found the perfect teacup for you! It is just gorgeous, and fits you so well! Such a darling package she put together for you, along with the sweet treats too! This tea party has been so much fun to see all the lovely tea treasures that have traveled round the world :) Hugs to you today!
ReplyDeleteOh, how lovely everything is! I just love every, single thing!!!! This is just so much fun, and we are all so blessed by dear Stephanie. :) God bless you, my friend.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful fall-themed package from Jo. The white/brown/orange colours match your home decor perfectly. The tea-themed push pins are too cute! I admired the lovely items that you sent to Michele on her blog. She was my swap partner a few years ago and have enjoyed getting to know her better since the exchange.
ReplyDeleteIt's so much fun to see what everyone has given and received!The blueberry and wild berry teas are my favorite from that package!
ReplyDeleteKelly, I am so glad you like everything! I love that ironstone tea cup. The pumpkins look great next the basket! It was fun getting to know you through your blog, I didn't realize that I left off my email address and blog information. Oops. (First Timer here!) This was such fun and I'll definitely participate again. Maybe next time you're in Colorado we can meet!
ReplyDeleteSo many special touches to your package! Love that ironstone - I don't think I've seen that pattern before. The push pins are adorable too!
ReplyDeleteLindo. Feliz semana. Cumprimentos.
ReplyDeleteThank you Sandra. I received so many beautiful things. Have a good week.
DeleteI love all these pretties. Many years ago I participated and Stephanie's Mom sent my pkg. It was lovely and Stephanie does such a great job with organizing the exchange. Wishing you a very nice rest of the week.
ReplyDeleteWow!! these are real treasures...
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I'm not normally a huge fan of brown tones, but I have to say I love your new tea cup! And those push pins are absolutely delightful. Enjoyed my visit with you!
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful the exchange was :) I too am quite partial to decorating with pumpkins this time of year! Have a lovely Thanksgiving!
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