Treasure Trove

I recently received the most amazing package of treasures from Marieke in Amsterdam.
When we talked about doing a swap, we both agreed that we were slooow collectors,
and that we both liked to take time creating our packages, lucky me!

(click on pics for a closer look)

Marieke creates the most exquisite collages, Gocco Prints (as you can see above)
and beautiful illustrations, she's the quintessential European girl who travels frequently and
I was lucky enough to receive some gifts from her travels, in fact
Marieke is in Paris as I type this, she's taking advantage of her
time off before she heads off to Art School.

Now I know what other bloggers mean when they say that they're amazed at
how well their blog friends know them.Look at this gorgeous leather key chain,
it's the cutest thing I've ever seen...and it's from Italy !

This gorgeous cup from Amsterdam, will be perfect for organizing
my colored pencils and will brighten my work space :)

From Top Left:
An adorable hand made brooch can't wait to pin this on a simple blouse, a Versace-esque scarf (also from Italy)
beautiful handkerchief with my initial, a Gnome coin purse...I LOVE LOVE Gnomes,
Rose Scented Ink, candy, more apples! as in apple and heart plastic buttons,
the cutest paper, stickers and a few additional Gocco'd cards,
if those gloves don't motivate me to keep up with my gardening I don't know what will,
and finally yet another pretty cup from Amsterdam.

I can't wait to do a swap with Marieke again...
Thank you so much Marieke :)

Comments

[samantha]

Oh you were so spoiled, but I bet you spoiled Marieke too. I'm always up for swaps marieke if your every looking for partners!! :) cheeky too you might have noticed.
I also love that key ring you got, and the little glass from Amsterdam, and the......
thanks Carolyn for my birthday wishes too. had a fab day.

[gracia]

So many wonderful treasures and gems for you to enjoy... a fantastic haul!
cheers, gracia

[cruststation]

What a wonderful bunch of stuff? You're a lucky girl :)

[Marieke]

I am so glad you like it!!! You photographed everything so beautifully! Really reminds me of the fun I had collecting it...

[Jessica]

These items are perfect, I love the key chain. It is wonderful when you feel like someone knows you and can send you items that you would buy for yourself.