Yesterday I found a lovely surprise on my doorstep. Now I can tell you personally about the beautiful handcrafts of India. This package is so beautifully wrapped I hated to open it.
Inside was this doll couple in traditional attire. Do you see that she's carrying a purse? It's green too! I love the attention to detail.
Also included were two gorgeous hand-block printed fabrics. Such precision in the printing process. Won't they make gorgeous projects? How wonderful it would be to observe this process from start to finish.
Lovely wooden beads and buttons in different styles--I wonder the types of wood used.
This photo does not do these stunning trims justice. I'll have the most unique bags in all of the United States! They shimmer so beautifully.
These are candies called rose sweet--similar to peanut brittle but with lots of different nuts and rose petals. Too pretty to eat but I did share one with my son. Delicious and we were thinking we noticed a hint of cardamom? How I would love to taste authentic Indian foods. The scents would be heavenly.
Aren't these amazing? They are hand embroidered cushion covers by artisans of Kashmir. The handwork is just incredible and the patterns so intricate. I'm in trouble if I ever visit India--I'm thinking very large suitcases! Thank you Pratima for sharing your wonderful country with me.
A little while back I won a give away on Shari's fun blog. I didn't know the gift until it arrived; 4 beautiful pieces of fabric with authentic Aboriginal art designs. Very lucky me. And THE cutest little bunny girl. Thank you so much Shari.
The errands I was running while my mail lady was delivering the lovely packages above included a stop at the antique mall. It was so worth the whim! Look what I found; a one yard piece of this gorgeous red heart fabric and 2 yards of the kitchen fabric. Somehow I think I'll eventually come up with project to highlight these little treasures.s
~Piecefully, Stephanie
28 comments:
The gifts from India are amazing. And have you thought of Nanette's Mixed Bag for the vintage fabrics?
Hi Stephanie, beuatifull gifts!
Yesterday I did send you an e-mail, dont know why but it always come back! Just want you to say I brought my swap at the post office, hope it's going to reach soon my parners house. Hugs, Renata.
Wow, that really is a treasure trove! And I absolutely love the vintage kitchen fabric. Too cute!
Wow Stephanie! You really have been blessed with thoughtful and beautiful gifts! I would also love to visit India, the colours, the clothes, the intricate detail in wooden and textile works... not to mention what the architecture must be like! Oh - and the cooking! Yep - I'm off with the (Kashmir) fairies!
I also love your vintage fabric finds - they wouldn't be out of place in the trendiest aisle of a city fabric store!
Have fun creating with your new treasures!
Hugs!!! Vikki :-) xx
The pictures are so gorgeous, Stephanie. Thank you soo much!!
I'm so glad that the package reached safely.
Congrats on the giveway. The fabrics look delicious!!
Those vintage fabrics are so adorable! I can't wait to see what you create with them :D
What wonderful gifts from Pratima! They are truly thoughtful and gorgeous. I believe a large suitcase would be in order. I just love the fabric you found at the antique mall. The heart one especially reminds me of PA dutch, my hubby's heritage. Really cute!
Such beautiful gifts! And what wonderful fabrics.
Have a lovely weekend.
The lovely wrapped gifts from Pratima’s India are so beautiful!
Don’t you love all those bits and pieces from all over the world. The aboriginal fabrics are gorgeous!
What a bonanza! Lovely gifts and a great antique store find.
I'm sure you will come up with a wonderful use for all of them.
All these treasures at once. The fabric from India is amazing. I know it will be hard to cut into it but you'll find the perfect project. The vintage fabrics were a great find. Love them.
What really cool gifts from India. I love the trim too.
That little bunny is so cute.
Lucky you, to find some vintage fabric. I haven't been that lucky yet in my antique shopping.
My gosh you hit the motherload of beauty, in the parcel from Pratima. Such beautiful fabrics and buttons and trims, lucky you.
lucky girl!
Wow! Today WAS your lucky day! Did you buy a lottery ticket? ....if not rush out and get one...quick!
Paulette
Yes, the fabrics and trims from India are so beautiful. I have seen that blocked fabric process, it is really amazing! So fun for you!! Thanks for sharing!
Phew! Thats quite a haul. Beautiful give aways, they are always so much better than we would choose for ourselves.
Ever photo in your blog today is a work of art!
What wonderful gifts! I am especially in love with those cushion covers, they are amazing! And I love your new kitchen fabric too. What a find!! x
Love these India goodies, the vintage fabric truly is a good find too!
Such exquisite things from India. All so lovely and unique. Good find that vintage fabric.
Oh Stephanie, how wonderful of Pratima to send so many neat items - I love them all! There's going to be flurry of activity in your studio with all that goodness!
Cheers!
What beautiful treasures Stephanie! Can't wait to see how you use them.
WOW! I'm glad you shared the Indian treasures, so unique!
I love the Scandinavian heart fabric!! Great score!
Beautiful treasures to cherish! Thanks for letting us have a peek! I do wish I could see them in person though, I bet that trim is amazing as it looks.
Wow! I am holding my breath with anticipation at what you're going to make with some of those goodies! Simply gorgeous things!!
What lovely gifts and shopping. The Kashmir cushion covers are so beautiful. Ooo Aboriginal fabric- that looks so interesting.
Well done with your bargains too.
Wow...those are amazingly beautiful gifts! I love the handmade art from India--have for a long time! Awesome find at the antique store!
Pratima is so generous. Your gifts are lovely and thoughtful. That antique store buy looks like I should have found it!!! Good stuff.
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