March 7, 2013

Easter Spoolie Swap

Now that my partner and I have exchanged our Easter spoolies, I can share everything that I received from my generous partner Pam at Virginia Retro.
The idea behind this exchange was to make a pretty gift out of a vintage wooden thread spool, or new thread spool.   Pam sent me TWO decorated spools.

Just look at all the special details.  Who doesn't love a pink chick and the vintage rabbit card adds the perfect touch.

In addition to these darling spools, she also packed a box full of all kinds of lovely treasures.

Love these vintage Easter cards.  I don't have many and I've got plans to scan these and do something special with them. 
She also tucked in several linens, vintage hankie and pin.  Be still my heart!

Loads of embellishments, tags and miniature straw hats will be put to good use in an upcoming project.


A beautifully decorated egg container also filled with all sorts of special treasures was also part of my over-flowing box.

This seriously was the gift that kept on giving and giving and GIVING!

Thank you Pam.  This was such a fun swap and it's been such a joy to get to know you and your blog (Virginia Retro) better.   


Your spools are taking center stage on my fireplace mantle!!

Here are a few pictures of the spool that I made Pam using a Christmas putz house that I decorated for Easter.



And here are a few other things that I tucked into her package...


This was such a fun Easter swap.  Thank you for organizing it Sandy!  
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20 comments:

  1. vivianMarch 7, 2013 at 7:33 AM

    this was a fun swap. I'm yet to mail mine out as I'm waiting for something I ordered to come in the mail.. hopefully today! I cant believe easter is only a couple weeks away... soo early this year!
    my sons birthday is april 24th and its been as late as that before. I like it better a little later. oh well.. we can not control the calander. but we sure can have fun crafting regardless of when it comes! have a great day Kim
    xoxo

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  2. ~Damita's Pretty Wrap~March 7, 2013 at 8:18 AM

    Oh my! What goodies you got!! Love everything, a very pretty brooch pin too! :) Your little houses you made for her are just darling!! :) I got a peak at those a couple days ago :) Happy Thursday! xo Holly

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  3. ~Lavender Dreamer~March 7, 2013 at 9:01 AM

    It's always so amazing to see what these talented ladies send...you included! Just beautiful and FUN!

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  4. JbooMarch 7, 2013 at 9:28 AM

    Oh my -- so cute!! What a great swap! :)

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  5. Tammy's in LoveMarch 7, 2013 at 10:11 AM

    I finally put away the Christmas treasure box you sent me with the Putz house on top...sob. I'm wondering where you are finding the little Putz houses???

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  6. Cheryl G.March 7, 2013 at 11:32 AM

    What a fun swap!
    So cute!

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  7. NellieMarch 7, 2013 at 11:36 AM

    What amazing goodies from a spool! I have several and they are just sitting stored in a tin! Perhaps they have some more life in them after all.:-) xo Nellie

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  8. NanaDianaMarch 7, 2013 at 3:39 PM

    What a cute, cute exchange. I love all your goodies! What an amazing bunch of talented people we ave out in blog land- xo Diana

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  9. UnknownMarch 7, 2013 at 3:58 PM

    Kim,
    I forgot to mention that this is what everyone needs to do once they get their stuff...I will add it to my next post...you two did GREAT! Wonderful packages of Easter and Spring and joy!!!! Thank you for being in my swap!!! Let's think of something new to do for summer, OK??? Sandy

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  10. craftylesMarch 7, 2013 at 3:58 PM

    Such cute spoolies. You sure got a treasure box full. Love the one you made with the putz house too. Your mantle looks great!

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  11. Thoroughly Modern MeMarch 7, 2013 at 4:44 PM

    What a fun swap. Looks like you both were winners. I know you will make something adorable with those little straw hats!

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  12. UnknownMarch 7, 2013 at 6:44 PM

    Such lovely Spoolies!! You both did such a great job!!

    chris

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  13. LynnMarch 7, 2013 at 7:56 PM

    Love all of the amazing goodies you got in the mail this week! The spools are so cute! I love your Easter crafts and can't wait to see what you do next!
    Have a wonderful weekend!
    Hugs,
    Lynn and the wienee ranch crew minus one special and sweet girl!

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  14. Pam~ Virginia RetroMarch 7, 2013 at 9:27 PM

    I'm thrilled that you like everything Kim. You were a great swap partner! Aw sweet~the spoolies part of your mantle display? Yippee!

    I'm working on my display, using the cuties you sent me, and will post photos soon.

    :) Pam

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  15. CarlyMarch 7, 2013 at 10:25 PM

    What fun! Have a beautiful Easter with your family! xoxo Carly

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  16. JodeeMarch 7, 2013 at 10:53 PM

    You gals are soooo creative! I love to see what you come up with next!

    Hope you have a great weekend!

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  17. Erica of Golden Egg VintageMarch 8, 2013 at 12:22 AM

    Pam knocked it out of the park! I'm in love with the Bunny on Roller Skates card! And her spoolie with the purple ribbons hanging down reminds me of a pretty May Pole!
    You both sent great things.
    Erica :)

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  18. vintage greyMarch 8, 2013 at 1:28 AM

    Such a sweet swap! Love Pam's spoolies!! I just adore yours you sent, too!! xo Heather

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  19. Chenille CottageMarch 9, 2013 at 1:38 AM

    what fun! Your spoolies are adorable. It was such a great suggestion for an Easter Swap. I just finished mine today and can hardly wait to get my package in the mail to my partner, Joyce.
    Have a nice weekend.
    Smiles,
    Carolynn xo

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  20. Corey March 9, 2013 at 11:34 AM

    I swear, all these posts are making me want to decorate for Easter! I've never decorated for anything but Christmas, but you are tempting me strongly!!!

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