Wednesday, April 28, 2010

Shabby mini gifts from my country!

I had a wonderful surprise in the mail the other day. Some beautiful shabby minis from a very clever friend here in New Zealand! I meet Carolyn once or twice a year when there are miniature shows on, as she sells miniatures, she hasn't blogged for a very long time but she does have an Etsy shop.

How cute are these?!!!


Strawberry jelly made by Carolyn and a vintage chocolate tin. Aren't I a lucky girl!


And a perfectly shabby picture!

Thank you Carolyn!

That last pic there in the shabby house is just to tease you...the shabby house is almost ready for the big reveal...just waiting for some very special things that are coming in the mail to finish it off!

Mercedes
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34 comments:

  1. EvaApril 28, 2010 at 4:45 PM

    Great minis for your house...I can not wait to see the final pictures... ;)
    Un beso

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  2. Hearts TurnedApril 28, 2010 at 4:53 PM

    What adorable minis, Mercedes! Love the sneak peek, too--gorgeous!

    Hope you're having a wonderful day!

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  3. rosannaApril 28, 2010 at 5:22 PM

    I shall seat and wait like a good girl. But do not make me wait too much. Hugs Rosanna

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  4. AnonymousApril 28, 2010 at 5:25 PM

    Wonderful little minis...looking forward to seeing more pics :)

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  5. JillApril 28, 2010 at 5:38 PM

    You have a very talented and generous friend! I love each and every thing she sent!
    I can hardly wait to see the big reveal-- I know that it will be wonderful!
    Hugs,
    Jill

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  6. Linda CarswellApril 28, 2010 at 6:17 PM

    ...will some one please 'hurry-up the postman!!!...

    Linda x

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  7. sylviaApril 28, 2010 at 6:31 PM

    Great gifts, just beautiful in the shabby house!!
    Still no mail?????
    X Sylvia

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  8. AlienoraApril 28, 2010 at 6:40 PM

    I can't wait your shabby house! All the gifts are sweet:))))) Lucky you:))))

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  9. Norma BennettApril 28, 2010 at 7:22 PM

    They're wonderful, I must take a look at her Etsy. Aaah, Cadbury Roses, it's funny what can make a girl homesick :)

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  10. LenaApril 28, 2010 at 7:57 PM

    Beutiful gifts! I just love that chocolate tin!

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  11. FloraApril 28, 2010 at 7:57 PM

    Hi Mercedes. All small items are beautiful and growing curiosity to see the shabby house. Treasure your friend :-)
    Flora

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  12. DebbieApril 28, 2010 at 8:42 PM

    Lovely Gifts Mercedes. Love the Vintage Cadbury's Tin and the picture of the Roses.. Looking forward to seeing the Shabby House in all its Gorgeousness. xxx

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  13. synnøveApril 28, 2010 at 9:35 PM

    Like Rosanna told me in a post; I am slowly turning green.... and yes, I know; jealousy is a major sin!!!!
    But all those cute minis!!!! And your shabby house....I am a bit lost of words now... just green!!!!!
    Synnøve xx

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  14. Meli AbellánApril 28, 2010 at 9:54 PM

    Lovely gifts again Mercedes!!! The chocolate tin and the picture with flowers are so beautiful!!!
    What a lucky girl you are!!!
    Warm regards,
    Meli

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  15. SusanneApril 28, 2010 at 10:57 PM

    Great gifts. I just love the chocolate tin with the roses.
    Love, Susanne

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  16. miniacollectionApril 28, 2010 at 11:23 PM

    These gifts are perfect for your house. Thank you for the link, I was very pleased to discover Carolyn's blog. She makes beautiful things.
    Geneviève

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  17. CApril 29, 2010 at 12:57 AM

    You lucky thing! These are so cute and pretty. Carol :)

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  18. IreneApril 29, 2010 at 2:39 AM

    What lovely things to receive, and I really like the picture with the roses.

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  19. PattyApril 29, 2010 at 3:33 AM

    Darling gifts Mercedes! It will be fun to see your finished project!!

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  20. motiApril 29, 2010 at 3:41 AM

    lovely minis!!!!!!, so cute!!!
    regards

    Eli

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  21. Case di BambolaApril 29, 2010 at 3:52 AM

    I can't wait to see the grandeur of the shabby house!!!!!! I bet you're just as thrilled as I am, and that you anxiously wait for the postman every morning :)

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  22. kimsminiaturesApril 29, 2010 at 4:04 AM

    So wonderful your gifts. I love them all. Hugs~ Kim

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  23. Maia's Twinkle MiniaturesApril 29, 2010 at 6:53 AM

    I can't wait to see the house. :)
    Beautiful gifts!
    Maia

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  24. mr. pineapple manApril 29, 2010 at 7:01 AM

    love it! especially the cupcakes~

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  25. UnknownApril 29, 2010 at 7:14 AM

    Wonderful, wonderful gifts Mercedes! You are indeed a lucky girl....and ooooh, can't wait to see the pics of the shabby house revealed!

    Hugs and kisses,
    Sabiha

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  26. Arantxa FariñaApril 29, 2010 at 7:47 AM

    Lovely gifts Mercedes!!!

    Hugs!!

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  27. Tallulah BelleApril 29, 2010 at 8:14 AM

    Gorgeous. I love the little roses tin. I love roses choccie as well - can't get them here :-(

    Can't wait for the big reveal :-)

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  28. onbeingaminimumApril 29, 2010 at 8:45 AM

    Lovely items to receive as a suprise. I have also looked at the etsy store where there are more marvellous things. Oh I wish our UK postalsystem did not charge so much for overseas items!

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  29. Jo RainesApril 29, 2010 at 1:40 PM

    Such lovely items, Mercedes! I promise I am working on some items for our swap--work and my children's end of year school events keep intervening! I just want there to be a grouping of nice items before I send them! I'll let you know. I have one little surprise which is taking longer than usual but hopefully it will be worth the wait!

    Jody

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  30. MarionApril 29, 2010 at 4:58 PM

    Hi Mercedes,
    I've only recently started following your blog (and I am an official follower as from now! LOL)and have already discovered somebody I know: Carolyn! I've met her a few times and I agree, she makes the most lovely things. Didn't even know she had a blog, but will be a follower of hers too from now on. I am looking forward to seeing your shabby house and all those beautiful things in it.
    So long
    Marion

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  31. Gemma (Gempo)April 30, 2010 at 12:31 AM

    Wonderful gifts, congratulations Mercedes, I like very much your job and I wait anxious for look the Sabby Chic house. Best wishes

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  32. LeneApril 30, 2010 at 7:37 AM

    Oh yes, you are very lucky! The sign and the plate are so lovely. Is it allowed to envy you a little...? ;O)

    Hugs from Lene

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  33. CarolynApril 30, 2010 at 9:14 AM

    Hi Mercedes, I am so glad you like your little presents....the picture looks lovely but PLEEEEEASE show us your shabby house soon!! I see I am not the only one waiting with anticipation. :-) We all love your work!! xxx

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  34. dalesdreamsMay 9, 2010 at 11:43 AM

    Very cute! I was just looking at her etsy shop last night. :)

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