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Delightful gifts from Spain

Hi all

I was delighted to open the post this morning to find these lovely thimbles. They are an exchange from Silvia in Spain. 





Muchas gracias Silvia, me encantan.  I love them Silvia, thank you so much.  Thank you for the fridge magnet to.  A very nice surprise!  Gracias por el imán de la nevera.
Una muy grata sorpresa.
 
 
Silvia, yo tambien enviar algunos a usted. Debe conseguirlas pronto. I am sending you some which should be with you soon.
 
Bye for now
 
Olly
 
 
  
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  1. Maria21 January 2012 at 20:46

    I also collect thimbles, I'd be happy to make an exchange with you. I can send ceramic thimbles with pictures of Salamanca (Spain) My city is famous for its university and the Plaza Mayor.
    I am looking forward to hearing from you

    Yours sincerely,
    Maria

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    1. Olly22 January 2012 at 19:06

      Hi Maria

      I would love to exchange thimbles with you. It would probably be better to swap details by email or maybe even facebook? What is your email or facebook address? Olly

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  2. Loredana1 March 2012 at 12:22

    Hi I love your blog and it is so nice to find someone who not only shares my love of stitching but also my love of thimbles. I am a follower now:)

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  3. Olly4 March 2012 at 20:04

    Hi Loredana, Welcome! I'm glad you like the blog:)- on checking your profile, we also share a love of Dan Brown Books;)

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