T Stands For More Thanks

 

Today we are at my kitchen table because the light in the dining room is even worse than this room.  I have lots and lots to show today, so I hope no one gets bored.

It appears the mail person saved all the cards and letters for last Saturday, because that was the day I received every one of them, one of which took over 15 days to arrive from the eastern part of the U.S..

 

Also part of the stack is a teabag holder I picked up for myself at The Spice Merchant.  They had their spring collection on display, so I got something useful for myself that looked a bit like spring.  But I digress.

Lisca loves to see the stamps people send and so do I.  Unfortunately, the first, sent by Caty in Spain

and the one below it, sent by Lyn (Spyder) are metered.

 

The next one comes from Lisca, who sent many wonderful stamps on her envelope.

 

Next is the beautiful stamp of the wise men from Chris, who we know as pearshaped crafting Chris.

Below that is the forever Santa in a sleigh stamp sent by my dear friend Patty, who has now gone to Instagram, where I can't seem to visit.

Back to the teabag holder I purchased at the Spice Merchant.  It was an impulse buy.

I actually went to buy a gift for a friend, but because she might visit my blog, I'm not sharing the tea I bought until I know she has it.

 

First up is this beautiful card sent by Patty.  She sent a very personal note with it.  The card was created by Misty Mawn, and will be going on my table of revolving art.  Patty also sent these wonderful stamps to go with it.  Thank you beyond belief Patty.  I wish you were still blogging, because some people don't know Patty was the one who convinced me to take over T Stands For Tuesday!

Next is this gorgeous card hand stamped and colored by Chris.  I wish you could see the sparkle from the gold flecks of paint.

She also sent these adorable little dolls, one of which appears to be Charlie Chaplin and one Frida.  How sweet.  Thank you SO much for your kindness and consideration, Chris.

Next is this stunning beauty from Lisca.  Isn't it a real gem?  Lots of glitz and lots of layers.

A close up of the ball.

I had to laugh at what Lisca wrote.  Frugal, like me!  I love it.

 

 Lots of great goodies arrived with the card, too.  Thank you very, very much, dear Lisca. 

Look!  Lisca included a drink reference, too!  Thanks again, Lisca.

 

This was sent by Spyder.  I was blown away by this gorgeous beauty.  Lots of glitz and glitter, and a ROCKING HORSE, too.

Such a beauty.

Dimensional, too.  Layer upon beautiful layer.  But that wasn't all.

Lyn also sent the dies so I can recreate this wonderful beauty myself.  Lyn, you have NO idea how happy both the card and dies make me.  Thank you so very much.

Last, but certainly not least, is this absolutely stunning handmade card by Caty.  All the glitter and beauty she created.  I love it, Caty.  Thank you.

She also sent some beautiful images I can use to make my own cards.  How sweet and considerate.  Thank you so very much Caty.  I love it all.

I am so in awe of all the thoughtfulness of you, my dear friends.  Each of you has touched my heart and I am very grateful to each of you.

Now it's time to please share your favorite drink with us this week.  When you do, we'll be by to visit.  Remember the rules are simple.  A drink, any drink can be represented by art (digital, hybrid, or traditional), a cup, mug, teapot, etc.  Maybe you'll share a scrapbook page, or a favorite movie or book that focuses on a drink.  Maybe it will be something in a magazine.  And drinks don't have to be water, coffee, or tea.  You can always go off the grid and drink something we may not have heard of.  All you have to do is link below, so we can visit you, too.  Direct links ONLY, please. And Bleubeard wants to remind you these photos or scans can be taken at any time, not just on Tuesday or not even this month or year, if you prefer.