Monday, December 15, 2014

Our Christmas Day…

…is over for another year!  We had our special day on Saturday and let me tell you, it was WONDERFUL! 

With ‘kids’ scattered all across Canada, it is hard to get everyone together for Christmas…we have pretty much given up!  BUT by declaring Saturday, Dec. 13th our Christmas Day we managed to get a houseful!

This year we did something a little different with regard to gift giving.  Our numbers are growing…what with the addition of significant others and the birth of a baby…just too many to buy for!  So we drew names…everyone was responsible for buying a gift for that person.  We set our price limit and off we went!  What fun it was to find something special for that ONE person! (no stress either!)

When it came time to unwrap, our anticipation was high…and no one was disappointed!  Everyone took their gift buying seriously…wanting to make that gift extra SPECIAL…and special they were!

Let me show you what I got…my future son-in-law picked my name and he MADE me my gift!  I couldn’t have been more thrilled with it!!  His hobby is painting…no not walls…although I’m SURE he excels at that too!!  He paints Art masterpieces…I had admired a painting in their home… of a crow and it was beautiful!  Of course I “ohhhed” and “ahhhhed” as I love crows and this one was so well done!  I was in awe at the workmanship!  Check it out… he painted ME my very own CROW!

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Isn’t he magnificent!!  Crows are right up there with sheep, snowmen and pumpkins, gingerbread men and stars!  I absolutely LOVE HIM!!

I took him outside so that you could see him in natural light…

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Just look at THAT face…the eyes are PERFECT crow’s eyes and the feathers are incredible!!

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I auditioned him…all over the house and he seemed most at home beside the Settler’s Pride quilt…

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He’s none too pleased to be placed beside a birdhouse though!  And wouldn’t you know that the sun would shine right on him at the moment that I was taking his picture!

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It’s like the spotlight was turned on him…

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Yes, I think he is going to be very happy in his new home…but I  may have to move that bird house!! :))

This is one of my best gifts ever…handmade and from the heart!  Doesn’t get any better than this!  Thank YOU so much (F)uture SIL…WELCOME TO THE FAMILY!!

Have a magical Monday and Happy Stitching!  Just so you know…this week’s posts may be sporadic as we Snowbirders start our migration south for the winter…but not to worry…Mr. Crow will be holding down the fort!!~P

PS…did you hear that Primitive Gatherings is opening another shop…in Murrieta, CA, a short drive from the Palm Springs area!!  (insert Happy Dance…!)  I still don’t know when the opening is…fingers crossed that it is this Winter…and IF IT IS, can you guess who be the first one there, with camera in hand?! :o))

27 comments:

  1. What a perfect gift. Sounds like you had a wonderful celebration. We celebrated this past Saturday too. Have a safe trip south.

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  2. Safe travels. Very windy here in portland. I have a new email address that i dont know how to reflect in my blog. Michelleof47@gmail.com

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  3. That is a great gift! I love receiving such thoughtful presents.
    Safe travels!

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  4. A perfect gift!! I sometimes look back over the years and try to remember what gifts I received--the ones I remember the most are the hand made ones!

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  5. The painting is gorgeous and such a special gift! Safe travels! I'll be thinking about you.

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  6. Wow! I love handmade gifts and love your crow! We have the same situation with the family having become so large. We have to accommodate in-law families, skiing vacations, etc. so we are having our Christmas this coming Saturday. Glad you had fun! XO

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  7. Wow your crow is incredible. Looks like he was made to sit right there, next to your amazing quilt. Becki

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  8. You have a very talented almost son-in-law. That crow is amazing and a wonderful gift from the heart.

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  9. Your SIL definitely has talent. How wonderful that you who makes gifts receives a gift that was created special for you.

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  10. Very talented man.. I might quilt and hook but drawing is not one of my talents. I am in awe of those that can. Have a safe journey when you head out.

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  11. What a perfect gift! Have a safe journey, and I'm looking forward to your photos from the road!

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  12. Great gift and have a safe journey, if you have time stop in at Pioneer Quilt Portland, They have move into a New Historic location the Broetje House and its beautiful. Plus you will have room to park our RV, Address; 3101 SE Courtney rd Portland off 205 Have fun!

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  13. Looks like you had a lovely pre Christmas celebration. Have a wonderful adventure on your trip down south. Don't forget to go to the new location of Pioneer Quilts in Portland. Can't wait to see what it looks like now.

    Your crow looks like he's found the perfect spot to roost. Enjoy him for many years.

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  14. What a great Son in law to be, that you have. I do love the painting and I love his style, that is the perfect gift.

    Debbie

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  15. I love crows too. What an awesome gift.

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  16. you are so lucky to get a gift like that! yes, primitive Gatherings is opening a shop. I want to say end of January/Feb.. i am doing samples for them and they have to be done by next month..and they havent given me all the supplies yet. Eek!
    Donna

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  17. What a great gift! Have a safe trip and make sure you show us the quilt stores you stop in. I love to look at the pictures! Oh and of course your project for the journey.

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  18. Your a lucky lady, what a beautiful gift. Have a safe trip and I'm looking forward to seeing all the ladies and their projects again.

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  19. You're right! That crow is magnificent! Always love handmade gifts. Makes them that much more special. You and your daughter are very lucky to have him.

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  20. What a great gift. Lucky you! Have safe travels. Can't wait to hear about your southern quilt shop finds.

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  21. It is magnificiant!! What gift you will forever treasure!

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  22. What an amazing gift Paulette! Love that crow and I love how the light is shining on him in your picture. Sounds like your future SIL really "gets" you!

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  23. certainly a masterpiece what talent your S I L to be has.
    Sounds like a great party you had too

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  24. What a great gift! Handmade and just perfect.:)

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  25. The picture is wonderful, and so special as it was made just for you. Have a safe journey.

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  26. What a gorgeous gift, Paulette! What medium did he use? It's hard to tell from the photos.

    Have a safe trip down south. Oh, how I envy you!!! Look forward to hearing about all your adventures, especially your shopping trips!

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  27. What a gorgeous gift, Paulette! What medium did he use? It's hard to tell from the photos.

    Have a safe trip down south. Oh, how I envy you!!! Look forward to hearing about all your adventures, especially your shopping trips!

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