And, here is the lovely English teacup she sent me. Isn't it beautiful; from England! And, I love the little tea theme doily she also included.
Pictured above is what I sent my teacup partner. I made the doily and the little coasters. As it was my first year in taking part in this exchange, I wasn't sure what or how much to send. Maybe I should have included a bit more items but I do hope she will like this.
The fun part about this teacup exchange is that you send one person a teacup and a different person sends to you. Thus, you get to meet two new friends. I sent my box to Melisa in Alabama. It was great fun and a wonderful experience. I look forward to taking part again next time.
There's so much more I could share with you. My anxiety over business is sometimes overwhelming but I tell myself, I really don't have anything to complain about. I may explain later in another post. I hope your post Easter week is going well. It's been a bit chilly here in southern California with temps in the 60's and some chilly wind.
I look forward to hearing from you when you have the time. I read and appreciate each and every one of your comments.
My best to you,
Pat
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Your tea cups are delightful, both the one you received and the one you sent. I have a few similar ones which I love. Anxiety sometimes creeps up on you, justified or not. Wishing you a pleasant second part of the week, with lots of cups of tea. x
ReplyDeleteBoth of the teacups are lovely. What a fun exchange!
ReplyDeleteExchanges can be great fun! I participated in several when I first started blogging, but never a tea cup exchange. We have been having a few sunny warm days [perhaps you are sharing with us some of your southern CA warmth ?] I'm praying your anxiety will be replaced with peace. Also, I was wondering if your home in Turkey has been affected by the latest concerns in Turkey?
ReplyDeleteSending you hugs, Pat xx
Such lovely things you've got and send... maybe, I will participiate too at next one (?)
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Exchange / swapping is fun. I did that with crazy quilting groups, it was always exciting to wait for the post.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fantastic idea. I love the idea of exchanging something with a theme. I've done it with books before, but the only 'theme' was that they were books. :) I like the tea things you've collected.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely idea and a great way to make new friends. You will certainly enjoy your next cup of tea. Hope you have a worry free weekend :) B x
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely idea and great to send to someone else rather than just exchange thus making two new blogging friends. You sent and received some lovely things:)
ReplyDeleteWhat a great exchange, delightful cups. Hope you are feeling a little better and that you are not as anxious. Take care.
ReplyDeleteThat's a fun way to exchange. You received some thoughtful items along with your tea cup. I grew up in Southern California but live in Washington state now where 60 would have everyone taking their shorts out to wear. :) Have a wonderful weekend.
ReplyDeleteSo exciting opening the box and peeking inside! Quite an awkward shape to post as well, I would worry that the China might break. Beautiful items Pat x
ReplyDeleteHello Pat! Your new English teacup & saucer are so delightful & very thoughtfully put together as are your gifts! & a great way to meet new blogging friends!
ReplyDeleteHappy weekend!
You received some beautiful gifts and sent equally beautiful ones. Love the little coasters.
ReplyDeleteWhat lovely things you sent and received! I really like that you included some of your crochet pieces to the person you were sending too, I am sure they appreciated that a great deal, it makes it so personal. Hope that your anxieties don't get to you too much and that you can find some relaxing time. Thank you for taking part in Five On Friday, I hope you have a great weekend! xx
ReplyDeleteHello Pat, both your gifts to Melisa and Teresa's gifts to you are wonderful, full of carefully chosen details. Such exquisite tea cups! It's lovely to see that there are also tea themed wrapping papers. :)
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely weekend! xx
Your crochet work is so perfect. Mine is never so neat as yours. I love the coasters and would love to make them. Are they from a pattern in public domain?
ReplyDeleteHow often do you do the tea exchange? It must be fun collecting things to include in your gift box.
Such sweet gifts. It is nice to receive lovely things but isn't just so good to spend the time thinking and planning a special gift for someone else.
ReplyDeleteLovely, lovely gifts.
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MEredith
Hello Pat, isn't it fun to receive something in the mail? I sent a parcel to Australia and apparently mine is coming from there, too, so I have awhile to wait. Your crocheted coasters and trivet(?) are so very pretty. Lovely gifts.
ReplyDeleteOh what fun! Love both the items you sent and the ones you received!!
ReplyDeleteOh beautiful!What a lovely gift! I can imagine you being ecstatic about it!
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Have a good week,
Lisca
Hi Pat, I somehow missed this post....but here I am and I want to say that you gave and received the most darling gifts! I love your crochet and I am sure your recipient is just thrilled to have them. The teacups are wonderful and all the tea-themed accessories, too. Even the wrapping paper! So sweet! I participated for the first time, too. Such a fun little swap. Hope you are doing well and not pulling your hair out over business....Sending hugs xo Karen
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful tea cups, received and sent! Such a novel idea.
ReplyDeleteLove your crochet coasters too!
Barbara xx
That's a lovely exchange and knowing what I do of you through your blog, right up your street! You have some very thoughtful gifts there - I love the tape measure! xx
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely tea cup, like you this is my first year too and I was unsure what to send. I'm wishing I sent one or two extra things. But its the thought and sentiment that counts, and everyone who has joined in has packaged lots of that :)
ReplyDeleteAngela - Garden Tea Cakes and Me
My dear Pat, what a joy to have you participate in the tea cup and mug exchange. The tea cup you received took my breath away...it's stunning!
ReplyDeleteAnd I must say the items you sent to Melisa are simply lovely. The coasters and doily that you made are a work of art.
Thanks again, dear one. Hugs!
What a beautiful blog you have!
ReplyDeleteThis was my first time participating as well, and now I can hardly wait for the next one!
Both packages are wonderful. I really adore the little measuring tape you received. How perfect is that?
Have a wonderful weekend!
I'm so glad that you enjoyed your first exchange. Teresa certainly spoiled you with delightful goodies. I'm also admiring the darling crochet coasters and doily that you sent to your partner.
ReplyDeletePat...What a beautiful tea cup you received. And that tea doily is just precious. I'm sure the lady you sent to felt blessed and spoiled by what you sent her. The tea cup she received is real pretty. Glad you participated. :-)
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