We've been a bit down in the dumps here what with one thing and another and Toby has been off from school again with yet another of the high temperature viruses that he seems so prone to. Hopefully he's over the worse now and maybe all of these challenges to his immune system will result in him becoming more resistant in future.
Anyway, I often find that even when things feel dismal a smile is never far away and sure enough a big one arrived yesterday in the shape of a wonderful package from Jen at Frazzy Dazzles
Jen makes the most wonderful softies and sweet things (you can see some in her etsy shop). She included some beautifully made hairslides in the shapes of a hedgehog, goldfish and mouse and such a tiny and cute little mouse in a bed, all of which Amy has spirited away into her room to be kept as treasures. There were also some gorgeously illustrated books for the children.
I had been coveting Jen's garden warriors and now I have a Briar and her little hen Thistle all to myself. She's going to be helping me plan out my fledgling vegetable garden – I think with a touch of her magic and a little luck things will work out just fine.
Thanks so much Jen x
little cotton rabbits 
Gosh, what beautiful things. Sometimes the postman lights up my whole day. (Well not him personally you understand, but what he hands to me in the way of post!)
Phew, glad we got that sorted – it’s the way ugly rumours start! :-O
x
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I really love her softies and her blog is a great read, I am always keeping updated with it! She is such a nice lady too :o)
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I recently found your delightful blog and I love the bunnies and softies you make!! What a lovely package you got in the mail:) I hope that Toby feels better soon:):)
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What wonderful gifts, Jen is one of my favorites, she has such a kind heart.
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What lovely goodies Julie – glad to hear they made you happy – sorry to hear Toby has been poorly : (
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Thank you for your kind words Julie. I was so worried that Briar might have gotten squished by an over zealous postal worker on the way…she looks like she made it safe and sound. You have made my day to tell me that I brightened yours. Life is a short thing. It’s nice to think that I could make a bit of difference in someone else’s mood. No matter how far away from each other we might be! Hope Toby feels better soon – Jen
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Way to go, Jen! What lovely things she has sent you… she’s a real sweetie! One of my ‘best friends’ in the blogging world! Enjoy all your gifts, Julie.
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what lovely gifts – they would certainlymake me smile! hope you are all feeling better very soon.
xx
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Lovely things.. and I love the packaging! With the colored bottons and the tags! I am going to see her works in Etsy…
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Sorry to hear Toby has been poorly. Hope he’s feeling better soon. I thought I recognised Jen’s work 🙂 She is a star!
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They are lovely especially the angel!
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Oh what a lovely surprise, i think as you say Toby will get stronger each time I’m sure. Julie.C
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Lovely goodies! Sorry to hear Toby hasn’t been well. We’ve had a feverish lurgy here too. Ugh.
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Do you know if you were going to have any of the badger cards made up? They are just the cutest! I do love all the animals you make – and thankfully all the positive comments outweigh the negative ones. its those people who make something pleasurable turn into someething not so nice :o(
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There is nothing like a parcel to help cheer you up! Hope Toby is well soon.
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What a lovely gift! Hope Toby’s feeling better soon!
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Goodies in the mail… there is nothing I like better!
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Isn’t it lovely to receive a parcel of delights? Especially in these dull November days when we all could use some cheer.
Marie x
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What a lovely site – I’m glad I’ve found you!
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It can be a bit dismal when the little ones are poorly can’t it? So glad these lovely things cheered you up – they really are treasures! Such a sweet little garden warrior – I will have to check out that etsy shop!
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what a delightful package!!! nothing better to lift up the spirits!!! hope you all feel better soon!
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What an amazing array of gifts – you are so lucky to have some fabulously crafty friends – the softy is adorable
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Hi Julie:
Someones stolen an image of yours-
just thought i should let you know.
Hope your well.
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