Once a month (and sometimes more often) my friends Laurie, Valerie and Daisy get together for an all-day gathering. The purpose is to make dolls but of course we also end up gossiping, trading critiques on our projects and snacking. Last post I showed you the Windows quiltlets that I made for them, now I'll show you the fabulous goodies they gifted me.
First Daisy surprised us all with little batik mice that she made for each of us. Laurie's was sitting on a stool sculpting a little doll head from Fimo. Valerie's mouse was sitting on a sofa knitting while reading magazines on doll-making and cross-stitch. And here's mine!
Next was an amazing container from Valerie. She had special ordered them for each of us and then she cross-stitched our monograms with lovely flowers and vines. I'm still trying to think of what I should put inside - it should be for a special purpose. Such a beautiful piece!
Finally Laurie surprised us with a goodie bag of supplies and trims - always a special treat, not to mention that she usually is the one who feeds us and is a fantastic hostess! She also made sure that each of us had trims in our favorite colors. I've been beading a lot and the triangle beading trays will come in handy. Plus we're having an exciting class with Fimo artist Anne Klocko in January so the clay sculpting tools are perfect. And I can't wait to figure out where to use those gorgeous aqua flowers!
I hope that everyone had a happy holiday and a great new year!
