Petite Vintage Spring Jar Swap

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My own little bluebird of happiness swooped down on my house via Susan.
I am so lucky to have been partnered with Susan for this swap!  It came wrapped in a piece of cheery vintage fabric, which I unwrapped to find...
a Spring jar creation!
She decorated it completely, front to back...
with flowers spilling over a picket fence, and topped it off with a paper-covered birdhouse.
Then she filled it with all this Springtime goodness...
buttons, beads -- and a necklace of her own creation, strung on seam binding!
Lovely details -- and the sparkly crown is a linen cuff she created!
It was truly a breath of Spring, wrapped and delivered.  Thank you Susan, and Michele, too, for hosting such a fun swap!  As soon as she receives it, I'll show you what I'm sending Susan.

Comments

Cassie said…
That precious bird is so pretty! what a lovely jar!!
March 30, 2012 at 10:12 AM
Lynn Holland said…
What a delightful present to receive you must be over the moon. It's always nice to get something special in the post.
Lucky you.
Lynn
One I Made Earlier Today
March 30, 2012 at 11:50 AM
Kathy said…
Love all the little details and the treasures inside. I'm sure you had a ball discovering each little goodie!
March 30, 2012 at 12:59 PM
Linda said…
glad to see you posting. on the mend i hope. what a cute bird house, all the adorables makes for an extra special gift.
March 30, 2012 at 10:27 PM
Jessica Rodarte said…
How did I miss this swap?! It all looks so pretty!
March 31, 2012 at 11:41 AM
Sherri said…
Oh my mercy! That is over the top BEAUTIFUL! How sweet and what a work of art.
April 1, 2012 at 8:02 AM
Something Special said…
Okay, Laurie, talk about getting spoiled. wow that is an amazing creation. I am giddy to be able to see the jars that are being created for this swap. She really thought outside the box, and filled it with loveliness. hugs to you
April 1, 2012 at 7:38 PM
sjmcdowell said…
Hi sweet Laurie,

I received you lovely jar this weekend!!
I also did a post about you and your lovely creation!!

Thank you for such a lovely post about the jar I made for you. I am so glad you like it!!

love and Blessings,

Susan
xxoo
April 1, 2012 at 8:51 PM
Suz said…
That is one seriously fun birdhouse, Laurie. Lovin' it!
Hugs,
Suz
April 1, 2012 at 10:39 PM
Tammy said…
That had to make you feel better! ;) The bird house on top is soooo cute!!
April 2, 2012 at 11:44 AM
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