machshefa: (OMG KErmit)
machshefa ([personal profile] machshefa) wrote2010-07-05 05:16 pm

My Gift Has Posted, and OMG... Run see it...

Seriously.  Why are you still here where there is no gorgeous artisan work to admire?  

Here is where you need to be!  Where there are pictures of the most amazing Tree of Life QUILT made for meeeeeee!  

*snuggles it close in imagination and anticipates snuggling it close in person b/c the artist said that she intends to send it to me after the reveal... BOGGLES and squees some more*

The talent, exceptional skill both in composition and execution, time, and heart that went into this piece is simply mind-boggling.  It contains central images from the story woven together and balanced just exactly right.  The fabric choices, the colors, the vibrancy and layering of the images... it's beyond magnificent.  I can only imagine (not being a quilter myself) how much love and time went into creating this piece of art.  I'm humbled and honored to be the recipient of this gift.

And it's my birthday tomorrow, so thanks to the mods as well for posting this today!

*squeeeeeee

 

[identity profile] bethbethbeth.livejournal.com 2010-07-05 10:22 pm (UTC)(link)
It's absolutely gorgeous...you're such a lucky gal!

And a very Happy (Early) Birthday to you!!!

[identity profile] machshefa.livejournal.com 2010-07-05 10:24 pm (UTC)(link)
I totally am! I'm a bit overwhelmed and totally boggled. I can't wait to see it up close, either... it looks absolutely stunning in photographs and I can only imagine what it's going to look like up close.

Thanks for the birthday wishes! I get to celebrate starting early!

*dances

*hugs you

[identity profile] m-mcgonagall-65.livejournal.com 2010-07-05 10:35 pm (UTC)(link)
With your name and the title of your story quilted right below the tree, there can be no question that it is for you! What a wonderful gift!

[identity profile] machshefa.livejournal.com 2010-07-06 01:34 am (UTC)(link)
I know, right? There just aren't words, you know?

[identity profile] kittylefish.livejournal.com 2010-07-05 10:57 pm (UTC)(link)
it is indeed beautiful. lucky you, but no luckier than you deserve. *hugs*

[identity profile] machshefa.livejournal.com 2010-07-06 01:34 am (UTC)(link)
*blushes

*hugs

Thank you! I'm in awe of it :)

[identity profile] dozmuffinxc.livejournal.com 2010-07-05 11:28 pm (UTC)(link)
Perfect! A perfect gift, perfect timing, for a perfect story! You deserve nothing less.

Can't wait for my gift to post, too!

[identity profile] machshefa.livejournal.com 2010-07-06 01:35 am (UTC)(link)
It's perfect timing for sure! And I just love fanart.

It feels endless to wait, doesn't it? But it'll come :)

[identity profile] droxy.livejournal.com 2010-07-05 11:44 pm (UTC)(link)
Lucky lucky fangurl!!! Do you know where you were going to hang that? XD

[identity profile] machshefa.livejournal.com 2010-07-06 01:35 am (UTC)(link)
I'm already checking out choice locations :)

I am SO lucky... so, so lucky.

:)

[identity profile] irishredlass69.livejournal.com 2010-07-06 12:18 am (UTC)(link)
You are indeed a lucky lady. That quilt is absolutely gorgeous. You need to find a place of honor to hang it.

[identity profile] machshefa.livejournal.com 2010-07-06 01:36 am (UTC)(link)
I do need to find a perfect place for it... when it arrives, we can try out various locations. After I'm done snuggling it, that is :)

[identity profile] irishredlass69.livejournal.com 2010-07-06 01:38 am (UTC)(link)
According to the measurements it is about 3.5 by 4 feet I don't know how much snuggling you are going to be able to do LOL

[identity profile] machshefa.livejournal.com 2010-07-06 01:39 am (UTC)(link)
No matter the size, I'll be petting it and examining all the marvelous details and just savoring it, you know? :) I know it's not blanket size... :)

[identity profile] irishredlass69.livejournal.com 2010-07-06 01:43 am (UTC)(link)
Yes, I know exactly what you mean ;) Handmade crafts carry a special *something* about them that is indescribable. Then, there is the knowledge that someone took the time and care to make something just for you and no one else. A true gift of the heart.

[identity profile] machshefa.livejournal.com 2010-07-09 05:14 am (UTC)(link)
Exactly! :)

[identity profile] dynonugget.livejournal.com 2010-07-06 01:29 am (UTC)(link)
WOW is right! I'm nearly stunned speechless, and that's saying something! LOL

Happy Birthday early!

[identity profile] machshefa.livejournal.com 2010-07-06 01:37 am (UTC)(link)
LOL! That's how I felt when I was reviewing it. Speechless, and that's saying something :)

*smooches

Thanks for the birthday wishes!

[identity profile] lifeasanamazon.livejournal.com 2010-07-06 05:58 am (UTC)(link)
It's a glorious present - happy birthday, dear!

*hugs*

[identity profile] machshefa.livejournal.com 2010-07-06 03:01 pm (UTC)(link)
It is! *dances with you

Thank you :)

*hugs

[identity profile] drinkingcocoa.livejournal.com 2010-07-06 02:45 pm (UTC)(link)
Happy birthday, Machshefa! Notice how the comments to your Exchange gift say how *you* and *your writing* are beautiful?

*glomping birthday girl*

[identity profile] machshefa.livejournal.com 2010-07-06 03:03 pm (UTC)(link)
*glomps back

I had noticed that, actually. I'm flabbergasted and so honored. But that quilt deserves all the attention--it's beyond anything I could have imagined as a gift. It's stunning. :) And I'm delighted (but not surprised) that the reviewers are as blown away as I am by the artistry!

*smooches

late but still heartfelt

[identity profile] odogoddess.livejournal.com 2010-07-09 01:32 am (UTC)(link)
Happy Birthday!
Sounds like it was a good one. :)

Re: late but still heartfelt

[identity profile] machshefa.livejournal.com 2010-07-09 05:15 am (UTC)(link)
*smooches

Thank you so much!