Friday, December 17, 2010

I Just Have To Share

This gorgeous house warming gift that I just received from Mary at Quilt Hollow not 5 minutes ago.

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Mary is a very dear blogger friend and was one of the first to welcome me into the blogging community almost two years ago.  Mary has gifted me with a few of her second-to-none creations since then which I am proud to display in our home and I can assure you that this one will certainly take over center stage. 

Have a look at this…

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Perfection!

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I am not kidding you when I say that there are no better friends than blogging friends, especially those who spontaneously do things just out of  kindness and expect nothing in return.  Mary is only one of the many of you who have touched my heart in more ways than I could ever express here.  You all know who you are and I want to thank you for your kindness and above all, your friendship.  I am very blessed.

Thank you all…and thank you, Mary.

Kaaren ♥

46 comments:

SueB said...

WOW, what a wonderful gift. It looks great there in your new house.

Jeanne said...

What a wonderful surprise! I'm sure you'll treasure that quilt.

Abby and Stephanie said...

Looks perfect in your new home! A very heartfelt gift.

Betty said...

You have your gift displayed nicely. Merry Christmas

Cindy said...

Doing some blog catch-up. What a beautiful, thoughtful addition to your beautiful new home. Mary is such a dear-heart.

Gayle said...

AW - how SWEET!

Kim D. said...

What a special treasure from Mary! It looks beautiful, lucky you! Have a Very Merry Christmas!

Anonymous said...

I like it there....it was meant to be. :-)
You do so much for us bloggers with your free patterns and sweet heart...thank you!

Karen said...

Oh, you got a quilt too. I was gifted one in yesterday's mail. Mary is a a wonderful blog friend.

Janet said...

What a lovely housewarming gift, puts a nice finished touch to the vignette with the lighted bare branch and crocks - very warm!!!

jayne@~an eye for threads~ said...

What a wonderful gift for your new home. Enjoy it as Mary would have enjoyed making it for you. What a keepsake.
As always

paulette said...

OMGosh...it is just beautiful and will be perfect in your new home!! Love it!! Take care!
Paulette

Jota said...

Kaaren estimated a month ago I am fan of your blogs, but problems with the language prevented me to write and thank you for the patterns and above all friendly and cheerful as you are. I hope you will understand the commentary. Merry Christmas from Toledo, Spain.

Nancy E said...

Oh, what a nice little quilt & a perfect spot for it.

Nancy E

Kathy said...

Beautiful quilt. I always enjoy seeing how you've decorated.

gracie said...

Beautiful gift....

Linda said...

What a lovely house warming gift..Bloggers are the best.

Anna said...

Lovely! Bloggy friends are the best.

Cheryll said...

Isn't it perfect! Yes, blogging buddies are the BEST!

Sandy said...

What a sweet table topper...fits right in!

Anonymous said...

Kaaren love, it's nice to have friends, I rejoice with you. Much love and a nice 4th Advent weekend. Your Christine

Celia said...

Precioso, muy bello, enhorabuena.
cariƱos

Kim said...

Isn't Mary just the best?! The table topper looks great right where you placed it. This is a melt your heart gift for sure. Happy new home, Kaaren and Merry Christmas! :-D

Elaine/Muddling Through said...

That IS a beautiful table topper, and generous gift. But then, you are very generous, too, and such generosity should be rewarded!

Janet said...

You've said it many times and I whole heartily agree with you. Mary sent you a really wonderful surprise and well deserved when you give so much to all bloggers through your generosity.

Allie said...

How beautiful - what a truly lovely thing to do!!

Laurence said...

Very beautiful stars !

A Plain Path said...

Lovely friend and gift. It's beautiful!

Elzaan said...

You are truly blessed to have a friend like Mary! What a lovely gift.
Elzaan

Bertie said...

Lovely quilt, what a great gift:))
You are so lucky with your quilt store so nearby and wish you a happy time in your new home.
Happy Christmas.

Marit Johanne said...

How wonderful to get such a beautiful surprise! Like you said I too think blogfriends are very generous and nice. Some frieds that are not blogging think it is stupid of me to spend time at blogs. But I think blogfriends enrich my life each day.

onlymehere said...

What a sweet surprise and the stars are so perfect for the holiday season. They remind me of the star that shown so bright on that first Christmas day. You do have some wonderful friends and Mary is just a very sweet soul. Enjoy!

Lori said...

That is so sweet!! It looks perfect for the side table.

Needled Mom said...

It is beautiful and, yes, Mary is such a kind, thoughtful and talented gal.

Darlene said...

Oh, it's beautiful, Kaaren. Blog friends are the best, aren't they?

Deb said...

Kaaren..justly deserved. You are right though blogging friends are very giving. It looks lovely on your cabinet.
Question where did that lovely sheep rug go to??

Carrie P. said...

so you are the lucky recipient. I saw that on her block. It looks perfect in your new home.

Ter'e said...

Isn't that a beautiful gift??? WOWEEEE!!!!!
Just where did you get that little sheepy mat, Missy Kaaren?
It's darling too.

Shari said...

Hi Kaaren! Just catching up. Great to see you have so much of your house in order. I'm sure the rest will follow in good time.

Lovely gifts. I so agree that bloggers are the best people ever! So wonderful and caring and sharing.

Hope you have a wonderful Christmas in your new home!

Anonymous said...

Karen, your house looks so festive already and a lovely and thoughtful gift from Mary, it really looks perfect where you've placed it.

Merry Christmas,
Gail :)

Rita said...

WOW! It's beautiful!

julieQ said...

You deserve all these blessings, dear lady...Have a wonderful Christmas!

Allyson said...

Beautiful! It looks wonderful in your home. Happy holidays!

Jantine said...

This is an incredible gift indeed! Quilts with stars are always winners to me! You gave it a beautiful spot. It seems to fit your house perfectly!

Mama Pea said...

How utterly delightful. I know exactly how you feel about blogging friends. They are special to me, too.

Mary on Lake Pulaski said...

It is so Mary to send you that beautiful little quilt Kaaren! Enjoy~