Sunday, December 21, 2008

Gorgeous Gifts

It was my birthday earlier in the week and I have been blessed with gifts for seven days straight. I thought I would share the hand made ones here. The address book above has as much detail on the back and inside as it does on the front, layers of tecture and colour and images all blended perfectly. A stunning gift from my wonderful friend Dawn. I love it soooo much I am going to use it - and have already put all my addresses in.
More goodies from Dawn, including a DJ Petit postcard just to remind me we are going to Melbourne for a retreat in March! Don't you just love the clay dangle?
I was thrilled to receive a beautiful parcel from Dotee too, including my very own birdie with a little Dotee Chick to tuck in the pocket behind her wing. Beautiful, and I am in awe of the time and skill in placing so many tiny embellishments just to.

Despite the kitch 70's look to this photograph this is a very cute Dotee Christmas bug - love it.
Genevieve made me this little treasure with a diorama on the inside, a wonderful mystery muse gift.
Now I must be off to finish wrapping Christmas Presents, and tidy up a little, but first a nap...

11 comments:

Gaby Bee said...

Happy belated Birthday wishes, Julie. I hope you had a delightful day and lots of fun!!
You received some fabulous goodies.
You are a lucky girl!

Jen Crossley said...

Happy belated birthday Julie.You received some wonderful Gifts that Dawnie is so talented.Cant wait till next year
Jen

Janet said...

They are indeed some gorgeous gifts!! Happy (belated) Birthday!

Dot said...

I am so pleased you have been showered with gifts for your birthday Julie. And I love what Dawnie made for you (she is so talented that girl!).

The gifts from Genevieve is gorgeous too.

Very glad you like the gifts I sent you. I loved every moment of creating for you.

Hope you enjoyed your nap!

Much love from me and the kitties.

Dotee xoxo

Betzie said...

Wow, such talented and diverse friends you have!
LOVE that altered book....
Happy Belated B-Day Julie!
Betzie

gunnelsvensson said...

So many great gifts!
Happy Birtday !! And Happy Christmas! Thank you for kind words on my blog !!!

Ro Bruhn said...

Happy belated birthday Julie, wonderful presents. Have a fabulous Christmas, see you next year.

Steph said...

Gorgeous gifts indeed!
Have a wonderful Christmas with your family (the two legged one and the four legged one !)

nichohn said...

What beautiful gifts you recieved!A special birthday indeed.

Melissa said...

Gorgeous is an understatement - I think I like the green Dottee bird the best.

chrisw said...

Wow you are one lucky lady to have such wonderful friends