WANTED: Phyllis philodendron rocks!

19 years ago

Well my swap package arrived yesterday. I didnt get to open it till late last night, that's why I am late in posting. I love everything! Phyllis did a real good job of 'reading' me. The First item I opened was a book about wine. RED, WHITE AND DRUNK ALL OVER by Natalie MacLean. I love this book! I have looked at it a couple of times at Borders. Called my bf last night to tell her I got it and she demands to borrow it asap. We will see! :)

The second item, I must admit I went crazy over. A cookbook, ITALIAN COOKIE TRAY by Maria Sanchez. Phyllis saw my post about the gift boxes I make at christmas. This book will come in handy next year. Of coarse I plan on practicing untill I am blue in the face till then! :) I called my friend in Orlando, who just happens to be italian, and he already wants several of the recipes!

The third item, I dont know what to say! Phyllis hand painted a cookie tray for me in a Tuscan theme. Absolutely beautiful! I cant wait to make some goodies to put on it!

The fact that she took the time to make something by hand for me is just overwhelming! I will always display it proudly in my kitchen! She also included a box of note cards that say 'In the cookie of life Friends are the chocolate chips!' My mother especially liked these. I am gonna try to post the pics I took now, so keep your fingers crossed for me!

Thanks again Phyllis!

I cant say enough good things about the swap package!

Here is a link that might be useful: pics

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msprettyky
Original Author
19 years ago
Just so everyone knows, I am not the best with a camera. The pics in no way do justice to the items I received!

Thanks again Phyllis!

Brenda
earthlydelights
19 years ago
i got chills as i read that PP hand painted a tray as a part of this swap. how touching!

love it all, enjoy!

maryanne
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teresa_nc7
19 years ago
Beautiful tray, Phyllis! A unique swap package all together.
Enjoy your goodies, Brenda.

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19 years ago
Oh WOW!!!!! Phyllis, you have been holding out on us. A hand painted tray. How special. And I love the colours, it is beautiful. Brenda, I can't wait to see some fresh baked cookies showcased on that tray.

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shaun
19 years ago
Phyllis! You hand painted that??? Very talented you are. Wonderful swap package. Brenda that wine book sounds hilarious! Enjoy everything~
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What a pretty tray! Wow! The books sound like a good curl up and read!
annie1992
19 years ago
Phyllis, that tray is just beautiful, what a special gift. Along with the cookbook and the wine book that would make the theme "Get drunk and bake cookies?" LOL

I LOVE IT, IT'S THE GREATEST THEME EVER!!!

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goldgirl
19 years ago
Oh Phyllis - just gorgeous! My DH would be all over the cookies!
msafirstein
19 years ago
I absolutely love the tray, such a gorgeous, graceful shape and the design is perfect! Well done, Phyllis!

Looks like Phyllis touched on two very important parts of daily life, wine and cookies! LOL! I love notecards and have stacks of them in the closet but I sure don't have any with a such a cute saying on them, 'In the cookie of life Friends are the chocolate chips!'...how perfect.

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Annie, too funny!

I love your package Brenda! I've heard lots about that wine book, and think you'll really like it. What a nice tray too (imagining it full of the cookies, mmm)!

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phyllis_philodendron
19 years ago
I'm really not that good with a paintbrush, honest! :D

I sponge painted it and then did the design in pencil. I was so nervous it wouldn't come out right! This painted pottery place in town is so much fun to visit but i always freak out waiting for my stuff to get done, because I think "What if it didn't come out right??!" I'm so glad it did.

You're too welcome for the box, Brenda! It was so much fun to put together for you, as I mentioned in my letter. I'm so glad you enjoyed everything and that it arrived there safely! And quickly, too! I was impressed. I really packed that tray well and hoped it didn't take you forever to get it open! :D

I'm so glad you didn't already have the books. That is too funny that you were looking at that one in the store! I hope you can get a lot of use out of it!
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19 years ago
Here's a picture I took of the notecards...I thought they were so cute I bought some for myself. Of course. :D

You can see the detail of the tray in the background. It's supposed to be a vine with red berries but I almost thought they looked like Christmas lights. LOL I was looking for a smaller paintbrush to do more detail but the lady at the pottery store said she hides them from her employees. Well, duh!

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homesforsale
19 years ago
Phyllis..you just gave me the urge to do ceramics again:) Very very nice!
chancesmom
19 years ago
What a great package, wine info, handmade and a cookbook! (Jusy FYI, Natalie McLean is Canadian! and has a great weekly email newletter you can subscribe to)

That tray is really special, enjoy it all.

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riverrat1
19 years ago
OH WOW! Phyllis, you win the prize for the bestest theme! Beautiful tray!

Brenda, you are a lucky cookie to have had Phyllis for your partner ;-)
phyllis_philodendron
19 years ago
My theme was "Roman HOliday." LOL Corny, I know.... :)
catlover
19 years ago
So does talent travel the internet? How come I don't have any? Beautiful and thoughtful swap. Adele
lowspark
19 years ago
Wine book, cookie book, hand painted tray. I love it all! Very creative and delicious! Looking forward to seeing pix of those wonderful cookies!
andi_2006
19 years ago
Phyllis, what a special package! The tray you painted is just beautiful!! The wine book should be a great read!Enjoy, Brenda!
Gina_W
19 years ago
Phyllis that was so sweet of you to paint the pottery yourself - now it is a one-of-a-kind keepsake. Hey! Isn't this your first swap? Good going mom!
arabellamiller
19 years ago
That is a terrific package! I adore the hand painted pottery, what a thoughtful (and beautiful) gift.

AM
doucanoe
19 years ago
That tray is gorgeous and the fact that Phyllis made it makes it even more special! "Red White and Drunk All Over"! I love that!!!

Wonderful package, I am sure you will cherish everything for a long time, Brenda!

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girlsingardens
19 years ago
What a great package. I love what Brenda sent me, I am glad that she got such a great box too.

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paulines
19 years ago
I love the hand painted pottery also ~ such a unique & special gift!

Brenda, you did great with your pictures and enjoy making cookies!
dlundin
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What a great, personal package! Love that you painted that yourself, Phyllis. 'Cause, like, you have so much spare time with your two little ones. Enjoy it all, Brenda!
jessyf
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Wow Phyllis. Ya done good. Another round of applause here for the hand job!
finally
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Bad girl, Jessy, Bad!

Phyllis, let me applaud you in a dignified manner--well done on your beautiful cookie tray! Whether it's 'Roman Holiday' or 'Let's Get Drunk and Make Cookies' it looks like a great swap to me!

That Italian cookie book looks very intriguing. One of the guys I work with is Italian, and does a big cookie bake with his family at Christmas every year. He brings in lots of cookies for us--and we love him for it! You'll certainly gain new admirers with that in your baking arsenal!

Enjoy your treats Brenda. You did a great job Phyllis. I always end up buying a duplicate of something I bought my buddy too!

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