Oh, Diana, I'm so glad you like it. Your package has a funny story behind it. When i shipped it, they never asked for payment...and I never realized that until a few days later. I called to pay for it (so you wouldn't have to! LOL) The woman got into an argument with me on the phone insisting it had already been paid for, but instead wanted to collect because the package had somehow got valued at $300. Anyway, that's why it was delayed, and that's why it says COD on it. My apologies. I was embarrassed that they were asking you to pay for your swap box! And that cake plate...I think i'm going to go back to the store and pick one up for myself. But what's even better, if you take the top off, place it on the counter, and take the stand off and cover it...voila, a tagine! I had fun shopping for you, Diana. I hope you use everything in good health!

Oh, Judith, your idea sounds lovely, too. I only wish I had a Michael's nearby, closest one is about 75 miles away. Now- go forth and make faeries, woman! This is what I did- at WalMart I bought 5- 5 packs of a Rubbermaid container, it's a decent size, clear top and bottom, deep enough to hold some excelsior and the faerie. (Our deli uses cups instead of boxes, rats.) Then from Hobby Lobby I got some wired gold ribbon (50% off!) to wrap around the container to disguise its clearness. On top of that I'll put a little pinecone pick, it's wired with some cones and berries together and a smidge of greenery. I'll make a tag for each one using my alphabet stamps, "Gardenia" or "Fuchsia" or whatever and tie that to the package top with a gold cord. Voila! It'll soon all be done, yay, and for less than a dollar each! And all the recipients will have a faerie AND a new container for leftovers! lol Thanks for all the help and ideas and brainstorming with me, ladies!

Oh my gosh - that was fast! I just sent it on Saturday. I'm glad you liked it. I wanted to put in more but I didn't want the butterfly to get broke and so I had to hold back. Thank you also for your package. I loved it! Unfortunately, I can't post pics because I don't have a digital camera. I know, I need to get with the times - lol.

Your welcome Mom24. Since this was my first swap, I didn't really know what to send and after reading people's post, I kept on saying should have sent this or that. I still do want to get you something from West Edmonton Mall, and will send a note and a local newspaper this time. I'll try and find a picture of myself and send that along also so you can see what I look like. I still haven't received your package, but will let you know as soon as I do.