I have always loved getting things in the mail; hand written letters from friends, belated birthday presents (isn't it kind of exciting when they're late? It prolongs the celebration!), even things I order for myself are fun. I forget they're coming and then it's like getting a present when they arrive! So, I was beyond delighted to get this wonderful package from Abi (remember her great interview a couple weeks ago?) in the mail. Not only were the contents wonderful, the whole package was just so lovely. Brown paper packages truly are the most fun to open, I think. And this one was made of thick paper, sewn together at the edges! How clever is that?
Inside were the most thoughtful gifts; I always admire people who can think of just the right gift. That really is a talent. I'm always wracking my brain trying to come up with something just right. For my burgeoning career as a serious knitter(!) she made me a beautiful cloth roll to store my needles in! It's linen on the outside with a cheerful pattern inside and bright turquoise ties. And accompanying the needle holder was the softest, loveliest yarn in varying shades of bluish green; the shifting colors remind me of the ocean. It's a nice baby weight and you know I can put that to good use! The yarn was hand dyed by a good friend of hers.
The whole thing just made my day; so thoughtful, so full of handmade goodness and warm sentiments.
