Sunday, December 29, 2013

THE BEST KIND OF GIFT

.............is a handmade one. I received some lovely gifts from friends this year and I wanted to show them here.

A shadow box from Dawn.  I caught my breath when I opened this. So much detail and every time I look at it I see something new.


She knows I love hexies   : )


Sonja, who is THE queen of all things stitchy,  made this little quilt with 1/4" hexagons


and then hand quilted it


A little mug rug from Roanda to remind me that even though it might be freezing outside, I can find 'Joy' while I sip my coffee


This is 'Snowbelle'.  I made her for a little gift this year.


She's all dressed up in her matching scarf and mitts ready for New Years Eve.


Thanks so much for stopping by and have a wonderful New Year!
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30 comments:

  1. Needled MomDecember 29, 2013 at 5:12 PM

    How fun!!! Those tiny hexies are amazing!

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  2. DeborahDecember 29, 2013 at 5:21 PM

    What lovely gifts!

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  3. BillieBee (billiemick)December 29, 2013 at 5:27 PM

    How fun is that!

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  4. Teresa in Music CityDecember 29, 2013 at 5:40 PM

    Oh my - you really racked up with lovely gifts this Christmas! You are blessed to have such good friends who know what you will love and enjoy! :*)

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  5. KimDecember 29, 2013 at 6:02 PM

    You were spoilt, but deservedly so!! Gotta love the shadow box....the hexies add the finishing touch!!

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  6. Lisa in Port HopeDecember 29, 2013 at 6:07 PM

    Some very good friends indeed who knew you will treasure these lovelies.

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  7. CarlaDecember 29, 2013 at 6:21 PM

    What amazing gifts. Handmade is best!

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  8. PamDecember 29, 2013 at 9:00 PM

    you are loved xo

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  9. gillyDecember 30, 2013 at 12:38 AM

    Aren't talented, creative friends just the best? :-) Wishing you a happy and healthy new year ahead. Xx

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  10. SusanDecember 30, 2013 at 1:09 AM

    Happy New Year Carla! I love your snowman and his mittens, scarf and hat! Very sweet!

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  11. Gramma QuilterDecember 30, 2013 at 4:36 AM

    Great gifts! Love Snow Bell! Happy New Year!

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  12. AnonymousDecember 30, 2013 at 5:13 AM

    What wonderful gifts...so thoughtful and personal! Have a wonderful new year!

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  13. Barb and SharonDecember 30, 2013 at 6:24 AM

    Lovely gifts. The snow lady is adorable.
    Barb@Witsend

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  14. W-S WanderingsDecember 30, 2013 at 6:58 AM

    So much love and talent in those gifts. Beautiful!

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  15. LynneDecember 30, 2013 at 7:26 AM

    You have some very talented and generous friends!
    Snow Belle is adorable. I like that blue fabric with the music notes.

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  16. ShaunaDecember 30, 2013 at 10:53 AM

    What lovely, adorable gifts!

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  17. Celtic ThistleDecember 30, 2013 at 10:55 AM

    Such amazing handmade gifts, your friends really did you proud!

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  18. Nat at Made in HomeDecember 30, 2013 at 11:58 AM

    Those gifts are so so cute!

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  19. Rene'December 30, 2013 at 5:28 PM

    Happy New Year to you Carla!!!

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  20. FlourishingPalmsDecember 30, 2013 at 6:36 PM

    Such pretty things! Those teeny hexies are quite impressive! And your "joy" and snowman are cute too. Really nice, Carla. Blessings for a wonderful and healthy 2014.

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  21. CarlaDecember 31, 2013 at 12:27 AM

    Wow all those tiny little Hexies. Love the shadow box. The snow lady was adorable. What talented and loving friends you have.
    Have a safe and Happy new Year.

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  22. KellyDecember 31, 2013 at 3:23 AM

    Gorgeous gifts - I love the first one especially.

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  23. Benta AtSLIKstitchesDecember 31, 2013 at 9:34 AM

    1/4 inch hexies? The girl is insane, but its lovely, as are all the other gifts!

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  24. Cheryl's Teapots2QuiltingDecember 31, 2013 at 12:09 PM

    What special gifts you received.

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  25. quiltmaniaDecember 31, 2013 at 2:00 PM

    Amazing gifts both given and received!!!!!

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  26. KarenDecember 31, 2013 at 9:36 PM

    Love the shadow box it is beautiful...I think I might make something like this in memory of my mom...
    Happy New year to you I look forward to many projects in 2014

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  27. CarlaJanuary 1, 2014 at 8:13 PM

    What lovely friends you have, Carla! I'm looking forward to getting to know you better in 2014. Happy New Year!

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  28. Carrie P.January 3, 2014 at 6:09 AM

    oh, my goodness! that hexie quilt is amazing.
    love the little snowman. so cute.

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  29. Sew HungryhippieJanuary 4, 2014 at 1:26 AM

    1/4 inch hexies....oh MY!

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  30. Kevin the QuilterJanuary 6, 2014 at 11:31 PM

    You received some lovely, heart felt, handmade gifts! You must have been a good girl!

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