This is a most special package. -maria

How utterly beautiful, and thoughtful, Jim. DH would be jealous - he loves Frankoma, and collects it. Those are very special items. The apron is so cute, and it even matches your drink, Gina. Way to go, Jim!

Sally

Oh Gina, I can imagine how touched you were with James gifts. Everything is special, but that apron made from Jeanne's fabrics by Jeanne's best friends is beyond special. Something to cherish.

James you always send the most wonderful thoughtful gifts.

Ann

Ahhhhhh.....how special is that Swap. Gina they are absolutely wonderful. I almost cried reading this too. Jim....what a thoughtful package. Love the apron. Diana55

Now that's what I would call a very special swap gift.
Truly wondeful. I got pretty chocked up myself.

Extremly nice Jim!!!!

Nancy

The pottery is so beautiful. It has a very serene feeling to it. Perfect in your new kitchen, Gina.

I am misty over the apron (which BTW - looks so good on you I might mistakenly wear it out somewhere - lol).

Jim, what a truly special box. I am sure your Jeanne would be proud.

I'm weepy here too! Jim was a swap partner of mine too and I know first hand that he packs one heck of box! But this one is unbelievably touching and perfect for you! Jim you did fabulous and I agree that putting some of Jean into this gift made it unforgettable. Gina, I know you understand the emotion behind all these lovely items and you'll treasure them. Enjoy!

Lovely swap package Jim, very heartfelt. Gina, you look smashing in that apron! And of course you will no doubt treasure it's origin:-) The Frankoma pieces are beautiful and I'm sure they will occupy a place of honor in your kitchen Gina. Enjoy it all. Jim, you did real good!
DONNA

Wow. Very special and thoughtful gifts. Love the Frankoma pieces. The apron? Well ...... that's awesome. Just awesome.

How wonderful...really, really wonderful. Everything is so touching and so thoughtful. I love the Frankoma, both old & new & the apron is gorgeous. Fantastic job, Jim.

Nina

Jim, Very very touching. Jeanne always played a special role in the swaps. I'm glad that you are keeping that going.

The bowl is the kind of mixing bowls that I like to have...and that cup! Jim, you did great!

Enjoy, Gina!

What a wonderful package and so much thought went into it. I be you will be making wonderful meals with the help of the special apron.

Stacie

Gina, that is one very nice package Jim selected for you. I love that color Frankoma and the apron is so special.

Well, that takes the cake for the most personal, special, beloved swap package.
Using your wife's fabric...that was so special and thoughtful. What a beautiful thing to do. (I have tears running out of my "bad" eye that I can't control. Even when my "will" tells me not to cry, that darn "bad" eye doesn't listen)
Jim, I can't think of anything more beloved and appreciated by anybody here. That swap gift came from the heart.
Besides being generous and loving of you, I am envious cause I love aprons!
Gina, you got the most special swap package of all.
Nice job, Jim.

WOW!!!!!! what's not to love about pottery, the pitcher and bowl are just fantastic, but the apron - what a treasured gift. so personal and heartfelt - must admit it choked me up as well.

way to go jim. gina enjoy it all, i sure know i would be for a long time to come.

maryanne

What a wonderfully beautiful thoughtful gift! The pottery I had never heard of before but it is beatiful, and I love the colours. The apron is such a special gift. Truly heartfelt and special. No doubt Gina will think of you every time she wears it! You did a great job Jim!

Shelley

Gina, I'm glad that you have such and appreciation for you swap box and your swap partner.

Ditto what Sherry said so perfectally. This wins the "From the Heart" vote.

Jim, We are fortunate to have you amongst us.

WOW, what a wonderful thoughtful gifts! I'm teary eyed too now.

Jim, you put together a lovely swap gift for Gina. I love the pottery - yes, very serene looking. As a quilter/sewer/apron maker myself, the apron from your wife's stash is just a perfect way to honor her and give a useful, handmade gift to Gina.

Enjoy, Gina!

I like the shape and size of the mug, as well as the bowl. My mother used to use ceramic bowls, and I still like them. They are very good for making cookie dough!

I love aprons too, and so that's a special touch.

Great package!!

Lars

I'm also happy, but a bit misty, to see Jeanne's participation in the swaps, like always.

I love the bowl and the shape of the mug is very nice, as well as that gray color.

That's a very special and completely unique swap package. Jim, you did well indeed....

Annie

Well, I've been to this thread 3 - maybe 4 times now. Each time, I close it when I start crying...then I come back and read it again...and close it when I start crying...

Finally, I am here, without reading the thread - so I can post.

I knew James' package would be special - because they always are - but in the back of my mind, I did remember how much of a hand Jeanne always had in that...

What a wonderful, beautiful way to include her, now. I'm sure she is very pleased. :-)

Love the pottery too - but that apron is priceless.

Stacy

Today I went downstairs into the kitchen where I had left out the gifts - the pottery looks so nice with my kitchen colors.

I also realized that the apron really is a great fit - store-bought aprons are too big for me - the ties go around me twice and they are usually heavy too. Jim's attention to detail is another bonus.

I sent you an email through the forum Jim - if you don't get it, email me here (mine works) and I'll reply.

How sweet....the cup and bowl are beautiful, and What a cute apron...
You did good Jim....lucky you Gina!!!

Linda P

What special, special swap items Jim ( & Jeanne) sent-- I love the muted beauty of the Frankoma-- looks like it was made just for your countertops ,Gina.

And that apron will only make cooking more fun !

Gina, I'm sorry I didn't post sooner. I went to bed early last night and just got home from work. I'm very pleased that you like the things I sent. This one was special for me and I'll point Jeanne's friends to this thread so they can see how much their contribution was appreciated.
James

James, I'm at a loss for words here bud. That is one heck of a special swap box for sure. I know that Jeanne always enjoyed the swaps and included some of her homemade items in past swap boxes. Too cool that it still continues with the help of friends.

Gina, you look great, arms and all. The apron is a perfect fit and I would have needed a double cosmo after opening this swap box.....some great thing to use and remember forever for sure.

David

Giiiiinnnaaaaa.......that bowl.....calling for some BREAD DOUGH...time to put that apron on, grab a mug of something hot in that Frankoma, and get those arms in shape by KNEADING....