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July 9, 2013

Vintage Christmas in July

Before I went on our two week road trip, my swap partner Linda from "Lutka and Company" exchanged our "Vintage Christmas in July" packages.
   
 The swap was hosted by Erica from Golden Vintage Egg.   Thank you for coordinating this, Erica!
When Linda's package arrived, I nearly fainted at the size of the box.  
She sent me so many treasures I could barely imagine the amount of time she spent putting everything together. 
 I love everything.  
She even tucked in a miniature piano that's a music box.  
Just the right size for one of my many doll houses.
 As you can see, we both enjoy vintage Christmas.
Such fun!
The girls were especially pleased to see that they were also included in the swap too. 
Here's a shot of the package I put together for Linda. 
 If you'd like to see what Christmas goodies that made their way across the country from my house to Linda's, you can find it here on her blog.
THANK YOU, Linda! It's been a pleasure getting to know you!  I promise if I ever get to CA, I will take you up on your offer of fresh squeezed orange juice.  You can find Linda's blog here and her etsy store here.   Merry Vintage Christmas in July!
     

17 comments:

Nellie said...

What wonderful Christmas goodies! I know you will enjoy using everything!

xo Nellie

Lynne said...

Merry Vintage July Christmas . . . I liked your gifts and giving . . .

Pam~ Virginia Retro said...

Such great Christmas goodies! Did she make bracelets for you and the girls? They are so pretty. Oh those cards are amazing. Thanks for the link to her blog, I got to see the sweet package you sent to her too. Yay for Christmas in July!

Carly said...

What fun,Christmas in July! Awesome vintage Xmas treasures!
xoxo Carly

Cindy said...

Hi Kim. I am so sorry for my long absence. If you are still interested in reading my blog, I have recently posted.

Wow! I loved reading and following the recent posts of your great road adventure. We are in the talking stage of taking a road adventure next summer traveling up your way with Mackinac Island and the Grand Hotel as our main destination.

During my time away, I have thought about you, especially when I crafted or went to thrift shops and estate sales. I just love the rush of finding that lost treasure! You and Chris have had some wonderful finds.

Anyway, I promised you and the girls that Nancy Drew book. And I finally found one recently. In addition, I went to an estate sale across town and found a darling Hallmark owl ornament from the 80s. I will get these in the mail soon.

The girls are as beautiful as ever. I can't believe Emma is driving!

Many hugs with sincere apology,
Cindy

Jodee said...

What a fun exchange! Love all of the Christmas goodies!

vintage grey said...

Such sweet Christmas treasures to receive!! Such a fun swap!! Have a lovely week Kim! xo Heather

KJ@letsgoflyakite said...

What a fantastic swap theme for July and you are one lucky lady. The tree fabric is one I have never seen before. Love it. That miniature piano to crank out Christmas Carols in the doll house is perfect! I will have to see what travelled across America!

BucksCountyFolkArt said...

WOW! She's one generous swapper! Color me green!!

Lutka And Co. said...

Kim,
Thank you for being my partner! :)
Hugs, Linda

~Damita's Pretty Wrap~ said...

Looks like soooo many goodies! Love those pretty cards! I'll have to go over and see what you sent her! :) Merry Christmas in July!! :) xo Holly

Anonymous said...

Fun! ♥

Cheryl G. said...

Wow!
That's quite the bounty!
That little piano looks adorable and I quickly thought about your doll houses!

Erica of Golden Egg Vintage said...

Ummm...Did that all fit into a little cookie tin????? LOL
The two of you were perfectly matched! Very generous lovers of vintage x-mas, you gals! Love the pink deer and package ties!
Great Job Girls!
Erica :)

NanaDiana said...

What a lot of fun finds, Kim. It's hard to believe that July is 1/3 over already- xo Diana

Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble Christmas said...

What fantastic goodies!!

Hugs,Deb

Joanna B said...

Super Cute! Yay for Christmas in July!