Tuesday 8 December 2015

Twelve Days of Christmas swap

I signed up to the Twelve Days of Christmas swap, organised by Jo at Through the Keyhole who was inspired by a swap she had with a friend last year.  The ideas was to provide twelve gifts, one to be opened every day after Christmas Day.  When I read about it, I thought it was a lovely idea and signed up. I was partnered with Sally from Crafty Northerner and we did the usual emailing to find out about each other and looked at blogs too.  
Here is the lovely box of goodies I received from Sally.  Needless to say, I am excited about them and it will be a challenge for me to wait (but I will!)
Here is the set of gifts I sent to Sally, which I really hope she likes.  I think it is a really nice way to continue Christmas, right through to New Year.  Thanks to Jo for organising and a HUGE thank you to Sally for being a super swap partner.  I shall post about the gifts over Christmas.

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  1. How exciting to have presents to open after Christmas. I'll definitely look out for this one next year X

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    1. Thanks, Tracy. I love the idea of this swap and the way it is linked to ancient traditions too, with Christmas being celebrated for twelve days.
      Best wishes
      Ellie

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  2. What a lovely idea. I am looking forward to hearing about/seeing both our your gifts.

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    1. Thanks, EC. It is a lovely idea and I am really looking forward to opening the gifts. It will also be interesting finding out whether I've chosen well for Sally.
      Best wishes
      Ellie

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  3. What pretty wrapping! I'm taking part this year too, and just managed to post my parcel yesterday. It'll be fun to extend one of the joys of Christmas into the new year :-)
    Enjoy! xx

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    1. Thanks, gilly. I think it's a lovely idea for a swap, isn't it? I hope you enjoy the extended Christmas season too.
      Best wishes
      Ellie

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  4. Very exciting! Now you both just have to wait to open your parcels!! xx

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    1. Thanks, Amy. It is really exciting, but waiting is the most difficult part!
      Best wishes
      Ellie

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