I mentioned that I'd share my Special Swap package with you. Michelle took me on a trip to Asia! Look what she sent!
There is so much yummy food in this package! Candy (3 kinds!), lychee juice, tea, a cake, chocolate covered biscuit sticks, and rice. We've really been enjoying it! Plus, Michelle gave me some beautiful chopsticks and a holder. And check out the colorful fish windsock. It's going to hang out in my garden as artwork. Do you see the Japanese pot scrubber Michelle made for me? It's the coolest thing and will definitely come in handy. It's sitting on top of a very nice note from Michelle and some lovely origami paper that will be fun to use.
The yarn and dishcloth/washcloth pattern are great! The yarn is so soft and the pattern is easy to memorize - fun! And speaking of fun, look at the Craft: magazine! I told Michelle that I've been so tempted by those magazines at the store, but I've never given in and bought one. There is a knitted kimono (with pattern) inside that is beautiful!
I took close-ups of two things that are very unique and wonderful. (Click on the photo for a closer look.)
Isn't this cell phone holder adorable?! It's large enough that it could also hold some tissues or a lipstick. I'm tired of carrying my phone around in my pocket, so this will get used right away! And I love the necklace, too. Michelle says the symbols mean "good fortune." I am excited to have a new and interesting necklace to wear!
For me, the best part of swapping is getting to make a new friend. I've really enjoyed getting to know Michelle through our e-mails and blogs and I'm happy that Lynne paired us up. Thanks, Michelle, for a wonderful visit to Asia! And thanks, Lynne, for another exciting swap with a great partner!
Cool theme!
Posted by: Chrissy | May 03, 2007 at 10:08 AM
It's a wonderful gift, Beth! I'm so happy that you have gotten to know MIchelle...she is such a sweet lady. Let me know about the next Special Swap...I have one opening!
Posted by: Lynne | May 03, 2007 at 10:37 AM
Oh wow!!!!!!!!! You get the best packages...but, then again, who better to get some "happy" in the mail? Nice things happen to nice people, after all!
Posted by: Sheepish Annie | May 03, 2007 at 05:54 PM
Looks like you have a grand haul...swapping must be fun. Like you sewing took a back seat to knitting after 35 years but I still have some baby quilts to whip up this week. Enjoy your new goodies..
Posted by: KnittySue | May 03, 2007 at 06:07 PM
Too cool. I love to get stuff that is unavailable here. So much repetition. My surrent swap partner is from Australia. I can't wait to see what she sent! What swap was this?
Posted by: Patricia | May 03, 2007 at 09:34 PM
Looks like you had a fun "trip"! Michelle sent some lovely gifts.
Posted by: Rachel | May 04, 2007 at 06:34 AM
So glad you liked everything, Beth. I also think, even though I *loved* everything you sent me, that the best part of this Special Swap was becoming friends over the past two months. This really was a fun time, and we both owe Lynne for letting us meet, don't we?
Posted by: Michelle | May 04, 2007 at 11:53 AM
Hi Beth - That's a tough act to follow! I hope we can have as much fun getting to know each other.
Posted by: Carole | May 04, 2007 at 12:37 PM