Vivian's Gifts

Vivian from Group 3 has also sent her gifts. Another very creative wrapping job that the pictures do not do justice. Every now and then I think I can almost see the gift through all the red shredded paper but then I turn the bag another way and simply cannot. Well ,whatever is in there, if it's anything like the wrapping job and tags, it will be a top notch gifts that everyone in her group will love. Thanks so much for all your efforts Vivian!

Sheri's Gifts

Sheri has sent me some great gifties from Germany where she and her family are stationed. It has been an interesting postal education as to how much and how long it takes items to be shipped back and forth from a US base. The coolest thing is that you know that things are coming and going from Germany but it is still being handled by the USPS.
Also cool are Sheri's gifts! Who knows what lies beneath the pattern tissue paper with the very cute felt flower tag... For the moment Sheri will have to harbor the secret! We'll all find out between Dec. 14th and 25th. Thank you Sheri for making such beautiful gifts. :)

Welcome Martha!!

Hi everyone!
We are getting closer and closer to the due date for gifts so keep em' coming in. I have had a somewhat steady stream of gifts trickling in and can't wait to have all of them in my hot little hands. Thank you SOOOOO much to the people that have already sent them in. It makes the workload a bit better when I can do a little at a time. On that note, I am currently backed up on posting pics of gifts that I have received and I apologize. As much as I love doing all of this, the work/life thing is getting in the way. It will get better at the end of the week so no need to worry. :)
The biggest thing that I wanted to report is a member from Group 3, Lotte, has told me that she needs to drop out of the swap due to moving issues. That's fine and I think we can all understand what it's like to be fired up about something and then find you just can't make it happen. Thank you Lotte for your honesty and also letting me know ahead of time. I look forward to swapping with you in the future!
So, you folks in Group 3 are saying "We are down a player!"... Fret not because I have already looked to my trusty wait list and have a fantastic replacement for you... Her name is Martha and she is AWESOME! Not only a very nice person to work with but she is an amazing artist. I was in a fabric tag swap with her this summer and her tag was one of my favorites. She will be an asset to her group. Make sure to check out her work at http://m-is-for-martha.blogspot.com/
More pics coming soon and please don't hesitate to contact me if you have an issue or questions.
Best Wishes,
Holly :)

Sheri and Stefania's Gifts Have Arrived...

I was so happy to see that my overseas friends had come through yesterday with the delivery of their gifts! Thank you Sheri and Stefania... Most folks e-mail me to give me a heads up that their package is coming but I always hold my breath a little more when they are coming from overseas. Happy they are here! Check back again soon to see the contents! ;)
Best Wishes, Holly :)

Tracy's Gifts

Thank you Tracy! Your gifts have arrived and we all can't wait to see what's inside... Especially after that picture that you created to tempt us. Everyone in Tracy's group will be happy to know that not only do her gifts look awesome but they also sound good. They all have tiny little bells attached that completes that holiday feel. Very cute and creative! Thank you some much for all your hard work. It will be appreciated!
Holly :)

Theresa's Gifts

So, Theresa's gifts have arrived and they look fantastic! Theresa, you are going to have to reveal how you got your gifts into the little cans... Yes I said cans! They even have a little pop top... They are not only clever but wicked (New England term) cute. Thanks for all your efforts and nice job Theresa!
Holly :)

New Packages from Theresa and Tracy!

I was so happy to see some packages in my post office box this morning. It's funny how the simple act of getting something in the mail can make you smile... I actually felt my lips curling up into a smile this morning when I saw what was left for me. For as much as I love the Internet and the electronic experience, nothing will replace how it feels to get an actual 'something' in your mailbox in the form of a pretty package or letter. Thank you Theresa and Tracy... They arrived safely and pics of what's inside of the boxes will follow shortly!

Best Wishes, Holly :)