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Last Monday was my 44th birthday,arent I pretty good telling you how old I am! It was a lovely day followed by a few days back in Loxton catching up with friends.(thats why this post is a bit late sorry.)I was very spoilt with a nice tea made for me and a birthday cake
and some lovely presents.One of the very special parts of my birthday this year was participating in the birthday fat 1/4 swap organised by Maree over at on my verandah, thanks Maree, how much fun was it recieving 6 parcels in the mail with lovely fat quarters of fabric inside ,and also a few extra bits and pieces included in some. Thankyou so much ladies i felt very spoilt and I look forward to wrapping up some goodies and returning the favour over the coming year.Here is a photo of what I recieved
aren't I lucky I love it all. Thanks again to Mandy over at the old dairy, Vanessa over at Flutterby Angel, Shelley over at angels come to play, Jo Jo over at Home sweet home, Kerry over at forever Friday and Rachel over at four wise monkeys.
Many Happy Returns for last week Jo. It is so nice that you were able to have a special day that was "all about you". Maree is such a sweetie to organise the birthday fat quarter swap. Unfortunately I was a bit slack and didn't get round to emailing her before she closed off her list. It is such a kind idea.
Posted by: Deb | January 18, 2009 at 06:24 PM
How exciting to receive all those lovely gifts. The fabrics look very pretty.
Posted by: Annette | January 18, 2009 at 06:29 PM
Happy Birthday for last week....I love birthdays! ....and the more I have the better I love them.....way better than the alternative!! LOL
Posted by: Lorraine | January 18, 2009 at 07:51 PM
You are very brave to reveal. I am facing my 4. 0. this year and it is a bit daunting. A birthday fat quarter swap would have def made it more endurable.
I hope you had a lovely day.
Posted by: Nic | January 18, 2009 at 07:52 PM
Hi! Just discovered your blog! Your work is lovely and your daughter's stitching is beautiful!
Carole ;)
Posted by: Carole Brungar | January 18, 2009 at 08:37 PM
Hey Jo! Oooohh!! Bet your postie was popular last week! Tee! Hee! Hee! How lovely to be so spoilt for your birthday! Can't wait to see what you make with all your pretty new fabrics - it will have to be a special something just for you so you are reminded of your birthday swap gifties! Bear Hugs! KRIS
Posted by: Kris Meares (Tag Along Teddies) | January 18, 2009 at 09:54 PM
Jo, I am so glad to hear you enjoyed your birthday! The cake looks so yummy...mmm! Glad you love your gifts...sit back, relax and enjoy! Jo xo
Posted by: Jo Jo | January 18, 2009 at 10:37 PM
Happy Birthday to you...wonderful idea with fat quarter swaps. Hope you had a great day!!!
Posted by: Dzintra Ingrid | January 18, 2009 at 10:43 PM
awww.
well happy birthday jo!!!
i didn't sign up in time for the birthday swap...but you made out!!!
can't wait to see what you make with those fats!!!
Posted by: rachel | January 19, 2009 at 01:39 AM
So Glad you recieved all your swap gifties...they all look Lovely...Glad you had a Nice Birthday...
cheers
Posted by: maree | January 20, 2009 at 04:57 PM
Happy birthday Jo! We are the same age for a couple of weeks. In February, I will be 5 ... oops... 45 ... LOL!
Hugs ~
Heidi
Posted by: Heidi | January 20, 2009 at 06:42 PM
Happy Birthday Jo, You and I are almost twins....but your a bit older...I'm 44 in April (lol) Wow, lots of lovely goodies from the birthday swap...Im also taking part in that but we must be in a different group? Happy Sewing Cathyx
Posted by: Highland Quilter | January 22, 2009 at 08:45 AM
Happy Birthday and belated best wishes o:)) Hugs Gaby from Germany
Posted by: Gaby | January 25, 2009 at 03:32 AM
Happy birthday, aren't birthdays so much fun with lots of surprises and good times.
Your peaches & strawberries look delish... Our peaches are nearly ready & we have had lots of strawberries so far, we grew them in hanging baskets this year much easier to keep the birds & dogs away from. Your daughters TS blocks look beautiful, you must be so proud.
Posted by: Sheryl | January 28, 2009 at 06:56 AM