Perfect timing….

 The postman delivered a perfectly timed, swap bundle of joy yesterday. I was in the midst of feeling sorry for myself, as I was wasting a painting day lying around nursing a bad back, when Anne’s parcel arrived.

It was full to the brim with goodies, not only the two cushion covers we had agreed to swap, for some little watercolours, but also….

A stunning brooch – purple of course!

An adorable little fabric box, oh how I love little boxes for stashing treasures in… again in purple!

And a scarf for Little Guy…he loves it!

Look at the delicate hand stitching in the cushions and did you notice the purple in the first photos?

I didn’t specify purple when we discussed how much I loved this design of cushion cover. But something (I don’t know what gave it away!) told Anne that purple would be a good choice…. Did you see how perfectly they match my patchwork quilt? It’s like she popped over from the UK to match it up!

Thankyou so much Anne for agreeing to this wonderful swap, it was such a delight to receive and I will treasure these gifts from across the globe.

On its way…..

My little pin cushion started its big journey yesterday. I do hope it arrives safely and is loved by its new owner. Thanks for arranging the swap Kate.  I shall begin eye balling the postman as I await my special delivery!