Judy, from 20 Northora Etsy shop, brought this cutie to my door on Thursday. It immediately brought a smile to my face. Isn't it darling? She knew I admired these that I'd seen often on foreign blogs. Not sure what they're called.
And some flowers. Red blooms of course.
Yesterday these things were sitting at my door...
Twyla, from Two Crazy Crafters, had crocheted this for me in my trademark red and blue colors. Thank you so much, Twyla. I love it!
Gina, a reader from San Antonio, sent me some family heirloom linens. Gina, I will cherish them and give them much love. Gina may well be my longest term reader!
A beloved reader named Pat sent me a box of goodies I've placed in this basket. So many things I didn't know where to begin looking first!
I keep staring at it in awe, amazed at her generosity.
After I've spent time at the sewing machine making pillows, I often come in here to sit with the dogs and cut out my embellishments.
Which go into these...
I am ever so grateful for all your wonderful comments and emails full of support. Don't know what I'd do without all of you.
60 comments:
It is nice to know you are never really alone. I am excited for you to open your etsy shop...I wish you huge success. Keep you chin up!
Hi Brenda!
Yes... you have LOTS of friends!
xoxo Bunny Jean
The wealth from a great friendship is uncountable in dollars, but it exceeds anything we might have in the bank.
I have always felt that Bloggers are wonderful people. And they are!
Jen @ Muddy Boot Dreams
I wanna buy your stuff! Bonus to us both! Imma call you Brenda Trump!
It is wonderful when friends can share with you. Hope your spirit is lifting. Can't wait to shop at your store! Judy
I love, love, love your pillows. You are so talented I'm sure they will fly out of your Etsy shop fast. I know we've never met but I feel so proud of you!
Keep sewing! I have a feeling your Etsy shop will be a huge success!
can't wait to see your etsy shop. so excited for you!! lovely treasures from your friends. big hugs!! (:
Hello from your newest blog follow! Congrats on your new Etsy shop. I've been on Etsy for about five plus years and I just love it there!
I agree with your post the people I have met blogging are the most wonderful, amazing most generous. They have helped me through a very difficult time in my life. I am thankful for them each and everyday. Good luck to you and I will be one of your first customers in your new Etsy shop. Hugs
I can't wait for your Etsy shop to open. I love Etsy and the people are soooo nice. Good luck and I hope your day is great!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR FRIEND! Love the little "elf" that Judy made for you. You can use that beautiful afghan as a pattern to learn to crochet granny squares!
Love the red kalanchoes. I still have pots of cuttings from the original my husband gave me after my youngest son's birth 34 years ago.
Wonderful gifts! I am very excited about your Etsy shop also! Have a great day!
Thinking of you Brenda!
Kris
Friends are the best, aren't they.
Hope you're doing ok.
You have a lot of support out in this cyber world. I think of you throughout the day and send arrow prayers for you.
Your situation will pass. It just takes time and a 44 Magnum!! (just kidding) He needs to live in his misery.
Oh Brenda, I just want to give you a (((BIG HUG)))!!! I also want to wish you a HAPPY BIRTHDAY! I am so happy you plan to open your etsy shop. I have shopped etsy so many times and just love it. I keep intending to open a shop myself some day, but so swamped with other things going on here at present. Your homey items have marketing appeal and I just know you will be so much happier when you can do what you love and the items sell. Count me in as a customer. I'm excited for you, can't wait!
Susanne :)
Love the pillows and doll.
Hi Brenda,
I hope things are looking a bit up for you. Your pillows are adorable and I'm looking forward to seeing your etsy shop. I imagine it will be quite charming. You frequently are in my thoughts and I check in often to see how you are doing.
I think blogging friends are some of the most generous in the world. So happy that you seem to be feeling a little better. We love and support you! Get that Etsy shop up and running! Hugs, Linda
My goodness, it's like Christmas at your house! It must be exciting to be opening your shop, Brenda. Keep that sewing machine humming.
Anyone that has a blog know how you feel. We are all blessed with such generous friends out here in this wonderful world of blogging.
Like you Brenda I am so grateful for each friend I have on here and I have enjoyed reading your site for a long time now.
Your pillows are really cute. I know you will do well with your shop
Love
Maggie
I never knew it was your birthday today brenda~~Happy Birthday!!I will be one of your first customers on Etsy!!! can hardly wait!!
Happy Birthday Brenda. Lots of love and a lot of prayers and a lot of care about you from your blogger family. Love your pretty pillow covers. Your photography and settings for your pictures are a constant delight.
Bloggers are the best, aren't they? I look forward to your Etsy shop opening. Your pillows look darling and will be a huge hit.
Girl, if friends make you rich, you are a multi-millionaire!!! I truly love each item you received, and I look forward to seeing them in future pics. Speaking of pics, I've been meaning to ask - did your Robert Frost book make it to Tulsa with you, because it was always one of my favorite pictures. (Love Robert Frost...) Can't wait to see your Etsy shop next week, so exciting! Hugs ~ Mary
I'm so happy that you were spoiled by your blogger friends, Brenda. But, I'm even happier to see you getting so involved in the opening of your Etsy shop. Take care! We're all there for you!
A special lady with very special friends! That's one of the richest blessings one can have Brenda...think on them when life tries to drag you down sweet friend! You are special! :)
Hi Brenda,
So happy to hear your esty shop is opening!You make such beautiful pillows.Your a wonderful person with wonderful friends.
Kathy
Jeepers Brenda...I think I'd like to get to know your friends...How very sweet! Life is precious with friends..
Have a blessed weekend.
Happy Birthday, Brenda! I hope you're having a wonderfully good day! What nice presents you've received...yes, bloggers are just the best, aren't they?
I can't wait for your etsy shop to open. Hopefully, you'll have a lot of inventory!
It's a chilly, rainy day here in Dallas. But that's okay...I'm sharing the day with my beloved Rose the Rat Terrier, snug and warm inside. I'm roasting a chicken in the oven, which is making the entire house smell like a little French bistro, and I've got my favorite quilt on the couch. Books to read, friends to call...life is good. I wish the same for you.
Hi Brenda,
Happy Birthday.
You have wonderful friends to share your day with.
Good Luch with your shop.
My prayers and thoughts are with you.
God Bless
Barb from Australia
Happy Happy Birthday! May you have many happy and healthy returns of the day. We love you!!
Enjoy and celebrate YOU!
Hugs,
PS: Can't wait for your Etsy shop to open!! :)
Brenda have a WONDERFUL BIRTHDAY!!!! Prayers that your Etsy shop will start off with all the success you deserve!Can't wait to visit!!! Sue.
Happy Birthday, Brenda! So glad you love the afghan! Twyla
Happy Birthday, Brenda! Love your pillows! I know someone who has an etsy shop and also sells from a booth at the Farmer's Market during season which will be coming up in April here! Also, plant nurseries will be hiring soon--maybe part-time would be fun! Just an idea!
The generosity of fellow bloggers is a wonderful thing x
The best gifts are the unexpected ones!
Take heart, Brenda.
I am amazed at the generosity of your readers - you are very blessed! Awesome news that you are working on your Etsy shop. :-)
Can't wait for you to open your etsy shop . I just love the pillows! Hugs, Lynn
You are blessed! You are loved! Enjoy! And have a wonderful day. Tammy
Ahh, Brenda I have been following you since before your move to your little blue house. I admire your skills and your ability to start again. Thank you so much for stopping by my little corner of the world. Keep smiling!!
What wonderful friends. Blog connections are such a blessing, I am so thankful for those women in my life too. Have a great Sunday.
As a fellow Etsy shop owner....WELCOME! I'm excited to see your new shop! Come visit me at downblackberrylane.etsy.com. Etsy is a great community get ready for LOTS of new friends!!!! :)
Hi Brenda. Happy Birthday.
You are rich in friends. This is what I love about bogging....the genuine people that realy care.
I want to buy a pillow......I would buy any of those pictures. The are so cute and colorful. Your shop will sell out for sure. You may be so busy that you forget about "some" things.
(((((HUGS)))))
Goodness, did I miss your birthday? Hope it was wonderful. I am so happy that you have made so many lovely and generous friends through blogging. There is nothing better than a good support system. Looking forward to having you join us on Etsy.
Laura
I am constantly amazed at how generous and loving bloggers can be. We are so blessed to have become members of one of the most caring groups of people in the world.
xo bj
Hi and happy birthday today. By the way, it's my husband's birthday too. I made him some pancakes this morning. (Should have put a candle in one of them.) Hope you have a blessed day with those who love you.
Brenda, I don' see why you didn't know where to start with Pat's box of goodies. My eye had no problem going straight for the chocolate! lol
Happy Birthday, friend.
Sue
hope your esty shop takes of like a rocket
it is Tone Finangers book of crafts , she is well known all over the world not just foreign blogs. http://www.amazon.com/Sew-Pretty-Homestyle-Tone-Finnanger/dp/0715327496/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1329679369&sr=1-1
Brenda Much success to you with your Etsy shop. Lovely things are coming to you now. I will look forward to shopping.
Much luck !!
That was so nice of them to bring you such wonderful goodies! I love when there is something at the door, and even more if it's unexpected. Love that little red doll.
Happy Birthday, Brenda! I'm looking forward to shopping at your Etsy store!
I am so looking forward to seeing your Etsy shop if it is anything like your house!!!!! You have such great taste and know how to put things together so well!
You sure got some very nice gifts! They really brighten your day don't they? I like that cherry fabric with the polka dot. Not sure what that is, but I really like the fabric!
Lovely gifts! You deserve all the best, Brenda!
The pillow are so sweet!
I love your use of red--it is my favorite color. I hope, when my house is remodeled, to have alot of reds in it. It is bright, vivid, upbeat and happy. I love reading your posts.
Faye
...and it is all because you are loved over and over and over and over again. just remember that we are all with you on this journey of life.
xxoo
becky
ps: the doll is from the tilda book pattern...she is sooooo cute. that judy is amazing!
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