swapping and shopping...

I recently signed up for the Sew Scrumptious flower swap and was really lucky to be partnered with Rachael at Made with Love x. When we swapped addresses it turned out that we are not that far away from each other so decided to meet up in Knutsford where there are some very pretty shops. I took Emily with me and Rachael had very kindly wrapped up some personalised items for her which she is ever so chuffed with, this picture:

And one of these heart lavender bags - I got one too!

Em's things are already pride of place in her room:

I received this gorgeous personalised note book which will come in really handy as I am going to be all organised one day! It's already full of lists...

I also got this brooch which I have worn loads already and got lots of compliments:

And a keyring:

And some pretty fabric and sweet pea seeds...

We had a good look around the shops, I bought these cards in House Interiors & Gifts. Unfortunately I have to send them to people although I would like to keep them to just look at. The bear is one of Cally's Bears and the cat one is by Sarah Battle.

We also went in another shop, I can't remember the name of it though as I was very distracted bt the selection of buttons on offer and managed to spend a small fortune on this little selection. So pretty....

Thanks Louise for organising the swap and many thanks Rachael for all our beautiful gifts. I really appreciate the thought and attention to detail that has gone into each item. Happy Easter! xx