Your jaw is going to drop and you might turn green with envy...
This wonderful stack dropped into my mailbox all the way from Jan! She has such a kind heart, understanding my appreciation of Japanese crafting. Thank you for all of these treats which I will share a bit of today!
These photos are from the Handmade Zakka book from the top of the stack. I think the leaf potholders are adorable.
And here I really like the bees!
Thank you for the pile of crafing reading that I will enjoy over and over again! I will try to show more soon too!
Feast your eyes on these scraps from Ira, who sent me the left overs from making the most beautiful bags which she sells in her shop.
Some of my favorites...
The quality of these fabrics is incredible.
I am mad about the patterned and textured ones. Thank you so very much Ira!
Finally, Just wanted to show you the highlights of the surprises I sent to Jan. I hope Jan liked the package I sent her as much as I loved the crafting magazines. Since Jan collects dishtowels I was thrilled to find this vintage one at a flea market.
This sweater my friend Anne Katrine gave me to give to Jan. I love the collaboration of these swaps. I know Jan sent me some vintage textiles from her neighbor one time too.
If I remember correctly Anne Katrine's aunt made and owned this cardigan sweater and it was passed down to Anne Katrine. Well, I guess I am keeping the post office busy these days.
Yes, jaw drops! Terrific gifts. Swaps are such fun.
Posted by: Stephanie | March 24, 2009 at 11:37 PM
i have not yet properly thanked you for the sweater and the tea towels. I was THRILLED to get the sweater and put it on immediately. I am wearing it every day that I can before it warms up too much here.
And, tea towels... the old ones... the new one.. you know I love them. I plan on blogging a thank you soon. In the mean time, thank you so much. I love everything and was surprised way beyond all expectation...thank you Emily...
Posted by: jan in nagasaki | March 25, 2009 at 01:43 AM
Those are delightful gifts!! *drool* I love that Handmade Zakka book and all those fabulous goodness that came along in the mail. Swaps seems to be alot of fun tho i have yet to try it!
Posted by: Jacqueline | March 25, 2009 at 02:26 AM
hi Emily..
what a pretty post.. I also love ZAKKA craft books.. they have beautiful pictures and easy templates for us to follow..
I also love their Home Decor book.. I got few for myself.. I love their idea on what item to collect and how they display them.. so pretty..
Have a nice day!
xo
fitty
Posted by: fitty | March 25, 2009 at 02:57 AM
Thanks for sharing your wonderful gifts! Lucky you!
Posted by: Quince and Quire | March 25, 2009 at 03:33 AM
You're right! My jaw dropped and I am green with envy. :)
Shannon
Posted by: lilyhaven | March 25, 2009 at 07:16 AM
Those magazines look SO great!
Posted by: Tizzalicious | March 25, 2009 at 08:04 AM
Ok. I'm green. Are you happy now?? ;)
Posted by: kreativlink | March 25, 2009 at 08:29 AM
Oh myyyyy... I am soooooo moss green now!
Posted by: Swee | March 25, 2009 at 08:31 AM
I love the Japanese crafting magazines too, just wish I had more time to make some of them! And really wish I had your postbox!! :D
Posted by: chichiboulie | March 25, 2009 at 08:44 AM
you have made such a lovely friend ... and this package is filled with beautiful things!
I love the colorful materials AND the tea towel you found to send is so cute!
Posted by: sigmosaics | March 25, 2009 at 08:45 AM
OMG, the books!!!!!!!!
Emily you made me green with envy:)))))
I think I need to stock up my my japanese books again, actualy my japanese book is more than 30 already, hmmm..........tempting, tempting.)))
and those scraps, it looks wonderful here Emily, thank you so much for keep them and I believe they will transform to many beautiful things that you make one day:)
Posted by: ira | March 25, 2009 at 08:49 AM
Lovely swaps and packages!
Posted by: Star of the East | March 25, 2009 at 09:05 AM
oooh, I like fabrics too, but so pity I can't sew -)
ANd those Zakka books, I would collect them all, just because they are so inspiring to just look at!
Posted by: fleurfatale | March 25, 2009 at 09:07 AM
The magazines look amazing, and I am loving the embroidered pieces. You lucky girl!
Posted by: Samantha | March 25, 2009 at 09:16 AM
Some sublime swapping going on there!
Posted by: ingermaaike | March 25, 2009 at 11:13 AM
Ohhh, everytime I see fabrics I wish I could sew. I think I would already enjoy looking through those Japanese Craftmagazines! :)
Lucky you and lucky Jan! :)
Posted by: ArtMind | March 25, 2009 at 12:05 PM
What fun magazines they make me what to sew something.
Posted by: Jewel | March 25, 2009 at 02:09 PM
beautiful fabric! and so nice gift :)
Posted by: jealousydesign | March 25, 2009 at 02:35 PM
what I wouldn't give for a cardie like that :-)
lisa x
Posted by: periwinkle | March 25, 2009 at 03:20 PM
Boy... and it's not even Christmas! LoL... you must have been a very good girl!
How sweet of her to share all the wonderful craft magazines. And the fabric extra's are really beautiful! So, now you have to figure out what your going to do with it all! That's the hard part! Have fun!
Posted by: Jean C. | March 25, 2009 at 06:27 PM
Those fabrics are so beautiful. I love the Japanese inspiration, as well. Three of my students are Japanese, and I'm forever having to still my impulse to ask them to bring back something from Japan! You have a beautiful etsy shop, and website!
Posted by: Dawn, from LaTouchables | March 25, 2009 at 07:31 PM
Awesome fabrics, you lucky girl!
Posted by: Malene | March 25, 2009 at 08:05 PM
Ooh, lovely fabrics! And Japanese craft magazines are the most inspiring, my favorite "reading", hehe:)
Posted by: karuski | March 25, 2009 at 09:35 PM