Really! I love it!! Even when I haven't showered in days and look like the poorest excuse for a woman, and our cute little old grandpa of a mailman rings the doorbell just as baby Gray has gone down for his nap and it wakes him up, I still love it. Because friends, that sweet little mailman is bringing me presents! And who doesn't like presents? Even if I happen to BUY these presents, the contents are so wonderful that they feel like gifts from dear friends. This is exactly what happened last week when a package from the unbelievably talented Lori Marie arrived. I had been coveting one of her handmade dolls for some time, and when I saw that she'd updated her shop with an "OLIVIA" , I just couldn't pass her up.
Is she not the most precious thing you've ever seen?! Taken from her little tag, " Olivia hearts butterflies, double dutch and ginger snaps. She hates scary movies, being late and sand in her bathing suit." HA! I love it! And she'll fit in perfectly with my little Olivia's new bedroom. I can't even tell you how much my Liv adores her new playmate. When I try to put the doll away, she exclaims, "Mom!! Olivia has to stay right by my side!!" AND the doll's wearing a little apron to boot. Too perfect! Thank you so much, Lori!!!! We absolutely love her!!
I've also been meaning to show you a TRUE gift that I received a while back. Sweet Deb, one of my blogiversary giveaway winners, surprised me with one of the sweetest thank you's I've ever received. I had seen her creations in Amy's fab shop, and just drool at her handiwork. And now I am a proud owner of one of Deb's masterpieces.
Deb is the MASTER of details. Every little individual element is perfectly placed. Inside the box she'd left a little note, "Kim, your NeSt is made from lavender stems & blossoms, yarn, ribbons, buttons, beads, and millinery elements, nestled in silk rose petals & fragrant soap leaves....enjoy, my friend!" Sooo beautiful!! And it smells divine! I keep it on my desk and whenever I'm needing a little pick-me-up, I reach over, carefully open the box, marvel at this delicate handmade creation, and take a whiff. *sigh* Thank you so very much again, my sweet friend Deb!
I have a couple more special mail contents to show you, including an awesome wallpaper parcel from Andrea, and the cutest little paper apron I got from a very talented crafter, ArtsyMama....but those will have to wait until next time. Talk of all these packages reminds me that I've got to run to the post office with a huge bunch of shipments going out. It was a busy long weekend!
Happy Tuesday all!
ETA: SHOOT!! I always forget to tell you where you can find the digital elements I use. The cute "mail" stuff up top is in Shabby Miss Jenn's new kit HERE. Along with Traci Murphy's scalloped glitter HERE. And then the doodle frames are by Sausan Designs, and you can get then HERE. :)
Those are two of the sweetest things I think I've ever seen! Love!
Posted by: Mary | May 29, 2007 at 03:07 PM
What lovelies you have there! And how fun! I just sent out a bunch of packages this past weekend too and I was telling my mom that there's something very romantic about sending and receiving packages. Snail mail will never disappear, it's just too magical! Especially when it's the vehicle of treats such as these, or OJ&Co. originals (one of these days something of yours will be MINE)! *B
PS- I want to see pictures of Olivia in Liv's new room! I can only imagine what a gorgeous place it must be... :)
Posted by: Beth | May 29, 2007 at 05:24 PM
Oh Kim, that is the sweetest doll!! She is a treasure!! The little nest is adorable too! Thanks for sharing your goodies!! Have a wonderful week!!
XXOO
Posted by: Sabrina | May 29, 2007 at 06:14 PM
I love mail too!!
That doll is precious, and the picture looks fabulous!
Amelia
Posted by: Amelia | May 29, 2007 at 06:24 PM
What fabulous little "gifts"!!! Cute cute - thanks for just the eye candy!
Posted by: MandaKay | May 29, 2007 at 06:33 PM
That doll is *adorable*!! Love the colors! And without even seeing that gorgeous nest, the description alone is divine. Can't wait to see the rest of your happy mail. :)
Posted by: Shawn | May 29, 2007 at 07:49 PM
Oh that doll is sooooo amazing and the nest--I just wish I could see it in person! To see alllllll the yummy details! Oh and I looooove mail too! When I get a package it's like I'm a kid on Christmas-LOL! So you can feel free to send me a package any time you like-teehee!! Have a super day!
--Hollie
Posted by: PaulineLucille | May 29, 2007 at 10:10 PM
That nest is pure delight! I can see it suits you perfectly! Lucky you!
Posted by: Sasha | May 29, 2007 at 10:49 PM
Kim,
You are so much FUN! I love the gifts and I love reading YOU describe them. You are such a special person. HUGS, Eva
Posted by: Eva | May 30, 2007 at 05:02 AM
OH...you are SO lucky to have one of Lori Marie's dolls...I've been wishing for one a long time! Her dolls remind me of your aprons, so I'm not surprised to see you love them too. Gorgeous!!! :o)
Posted by: Susan | May 30, 2007 at 07:13 AM
hooray! sounds like the girls will be the best of friends...and what a lovely photo:)
..can't wait to see what she looks like in the room.
ttfn.
smiles
lori
Posted by: lori marie | May 30, 2007 at 07:28 AM
Who could NOT buy that perfect lil doll..for your perfect lil doll!!
Yes, email is fun...but nothing beats presents from the Mailman!!!
Have a Wonderful day!
Posted by: Becky (Daisyduster) | May 30, 2007 at 07:44 AM
I love all of your gifts. I feel the same way when I purchase something. There is so much love that goes into a handmade piece whether it was purchased or an outright gift!
Karla
Posted by: Karla | May 30, 2007 at 08:57 AM
That is sooo cute!
And I love the glitter outline. I'm still trying to pin my husband down to walk me thru Photoshop. I am clueless. :)
Posted by: Luxy | May 30, 2007 at 09:22 AM
Oh what sweet little lovelies! I adore the friendship nest!
Trisha
my2roses.com
Posted by: Trisha Evans | May 30, 2007 at 12:18 PM
You luck duck- such wonderful, wonderful goods! Thanks for sharing!
xoxo
Posted by: Morgan | May 30, 2007 at 03:30 PM
I think I am missing something here. I don't get nearly the amount of fun "gifts" in the mail that you do! They all sound so lovely, divine and almost fairly tale-ish. teeheehee
Posted by: Megan/creativeoutletdesigns | May 30, 2007 at 09:44 PM
That is the cutest sweetest doll!! I love her!! Thanks for all the links and sharing all of your goodies!!
Teresa
Posted by: Teresa | May 30, 2007 at 09:56 PM
Hello, it's my first visit and it's lovely over here. Love all your gifts, particularly Olivia, she is very cute! Will be back to visit again. Have a good weekend.
Kim
Posted by: Kim | June 01, 2007 at 02:00 AM
Oh how I love that adorable doll! Tooooo cute!
xo,
Kim
Posted by: Daisy Cottage | June 01, 2007 at 06:38 AM
Adorable stuff you lucky girl!
Posted by: carlene | June 02, 2007 at 04:56 PM
Oh My Goodness!!!! I love that doll! My daughters name is Olivia so I'm going to have to get one of those:) Thanks for the links to your cute digi stuff. I can always use more!!!
Chelsea
Posted by: Chelsea | June 03, 2007 at 10:47 PM
Olivia is darling!! Your Olivia is so lucky :)
Posted by: Jennifer | June 04, 2007 at 10:36 AM
I would love an Olivia--so precious and it will be so darling for your Olivia!
Posted by: Quirk | June 06, 2007 at 07:43 PM
Oh, I love happy mail too! At our house, we can tell the difference between the UPS truck and the FedEx truck by motor sound alone... Sad, isn't it. Lol. :)
Posted by: Delaney Gates | June 06, 2007 at 10:23 PM