Tuesday, October 25, 2016

Enchanting Rose Teacup Exchange (2016)

Last fall I participated in a teacup exchange, and I loved it so much I joined again this year! It's hosted by Stephanie at The Enchanting Rose and she is so kind and thoughtful in the way she runs everything.  There are many participants, but she still manages to match us up with other ladies who often share similarities to us in age or interests, which makes finding out who sent your package that much more exciting (as well as finding out who you are sending to!)


This year I received a package from Ashleigh, and I was so excited and blessed by her generosity.  As soon as I opened the package I could smell the beautiful rose soap.  All of the wrapping paper and cards were scented so lovely.  As you can see, the teacup is gorgeous and just as vintage and classy as I love, and look at that detailed blue rose design!  She sent some of my favorite fruit teas and wonderful chocolate treats (that I must admit are gone by now...) Also papers and stickers and a lovely book for baking, complete with recipes specifically for tea parties and full color pictures.


Ashleigh also creates things, and sent a variety of handmade gifts made specifically for me. The stunning dress bookmark is already in use, and you must look at the bunny pin! SO adorable! It's my favorite shade of blue, complete with pearls and fluffy tail.
Thank you so much Ashleigh for everything, I loved it all so much. I can't wait to keep in touch! (Your official thank-you note will be in the mail shortly :) )





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  1. My dear Skyeler, it was such a joy to read your post this morning. I couldn't help but smile when I saw how Ashleigh blessed you.

    The tea cup is a real beauty and the extra gifts are simply lovely.

    Thank you, my dear, for joining the exchange. Have a beautiful day! Hugs and joy

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    1. I was smiling too! Everything truly is lovely. It is such a joy to participate in your exchange!

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  2. That tea cup is really nice - and the bookmarks are cute! :) Is this your first time participating in the tea cup exchange? I keep hearing good things about it - I might have to join in next time! :)

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    1. You most definitely should join next time! This is my second time, but there is usually an exchange in the spring as well, if you shouldn't wish to wait an entire year. :)

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  3. Oh, my word! What a lovely box you received! I just love every, single thing in it! And such thought Ashleigh put into it...so many details and love and care. This is just such a sweet ministry that dear Stephanie blesses all of us with, isn't it? I was so thankful for your sweet visit to my blog. It was so nice to "meet" you, and I will be following your blog now. God bless you, Skyeler!

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    1. I just love every single thing as well! There was definitely a lot of thought put into this - I know we get to write a little bit about ourselves when we sign up for the exchange, but it was like she read my mind! ^_^
      Thank you so much! What a pleasure to "meet" you as well, and God bless! <3

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  4. Oh my Skyeler, what a wonderful package of goodies and blessings you received from Ashleigh. The teacup is so vintage looking, and all your other gifts are so thoughtful. Our sweet friend, Stephanie, blesses us all with her kind, loving, generous spirit.

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    1. Everything was so thoughtful! And yes, the vintage style teacup was so perfect. I have been blessed both years I have been part of the exchange, both by Stephanie's kindness and the generousness of the other participants. :)

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  5. How sweet your package goodies are too! I love your teacup and all of your treasures. Hugs and blessings, Cindy

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    1. It most certainly was sweet! Especially the chocolate. ;) And the rest truly were treasures!

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  6. What a lovely gift! The blue cup is beautiful and the other gifts are wondrous. Have a beautiful week.

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    1. Everything truly was wondrous! Thank you so much, you as well!

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  7. Skyeler,
    Yes, your tea cup is so pretty and vintage! Very dainty too! Love all of the other goodies Ashleigh sent you too! Handmade items made just for you are extra special! Enjoy!
    Linda
    mysewwhatblog

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    1. It is dainty, isn't it? Just the sort of thing I love - Ashleigh did make some extra special things! :)

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  8. Love the bunny! I love blue and white. To receive a teacup that is blue and white and has roses -- lucky you! Just gorgeous. Isn't it fun to open up the boxes. I felt so special. Have a wonderful day that is tea filled!

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    1. I truly felt very lucky and quite blessed when I opened my package. It was so very fun to open! (I love the bunny too, it may even be my favorite part! xD )My day has been filled with much tea already - I hope yours has as well! ^_^

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  9. Hi Skyeler, WOW you received such a lovely tea cup. I love the sweet design in blue and white on your pretty teacup. Ashleigh sure blessed you with a special box of treasures. Love the sweet blue bunny. How cute.
    Enjoy the reveal fun and thank you also for stopping by and your kind comment. I am your newest follower! Blessings, xo

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    1. I am in love with the design too! As well as the sweet blue bunny, it really is quite perfect for me. :)
      Thank you very much! So happy to "meet" you!

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  10. Such a lovely and generous package! The teacup is gorgeous, and oh the bookmark and pin so clever and adorable! :)

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    1. I quite agree! I was most blessed by generosity during the exchange. :)

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  11. Such a pretty teacup and lovely gifts! Thank you for visiting me and leaving a comment, Skyeler! I am adding you on my list of blogs to follow. . .

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    1. She chose very well, everything is so lovely. Why, thank you!

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  12. What a great package! You're right--that pin is super cute! You were very blessed. :)

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    1. I was indeed! Everything was just perfect. :)

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  13. Oh you were so blessed to be paired up with dear Ashleigh, she makes the most amazing handmade gifts! Her mother and I were paired in the exchange, and for a thank you, her mother sent me one of her handmade buntings, and it is just gorgeous! I loved the gorgeous blue dress bookmark, that is so unique and special! Every item she gifted you with simply lovely! Isn't this tea partying just a delight, such an incredible blessing. Happy to meet you today as I tea party around :)

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    1. That is so exciting! Everything she made is indeed so gorgeous and lovely. You are quite right about that! Also, yes, the tea party is delightful! I'm happy to "meet" you too! :) <3

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  14. Oh, wonderful!! What a beautiful package you received. And that teacup is swoon worthy!! Thanks for stopping by and visiting!! :)

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    1. It most certainly is! Ashleigh did a good job of choosing a teacup for my personal taste. :)

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  15. A beautiful teacup and other goodies in your parcel. The dress bookmark is innovative and the sweet bunny pin is so cute!
    Nice to visit your blog through the exchange.

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    1. I thought they were both lovely, too! :)
      Thank you for stopping by!

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  16. What a pretty Tea Cup! - You got a great package. Isn't this the most fun. Now I found your blog through this event & just became a Follower. If you wouldn't mind could you add the Follow By E-Mail feature to your blog. It's easier to get updates when you post for me at least.

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    1. It is so much fun! And I couldn't agree more; I love the package Ashleigh sent. :)
      Absolutely. I've been in the process of updated my blog the last two months, and was undecided if I should add that feature: thanks for letting me know that I should! <3

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  17. What an array of beauty you have been blessed with, Skyeler.
    That tea cup has such a dainty look to it and a pretty color of blue.
    I was reading your profile and I see you love rabbits, we too enjoy them as pets in the home. They are quite easy to house break too. We are on our third rabbit as our pet, his name is Lakota.

    So nice to meet you through my dear daughters exchange. I am happily following you now.

    Have a beautiful day~~

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    1. I truly was! It was so kind of her to send so much, and to choose it all so carefully. :)
      How exciting! I do love rabbits very much - I only have one at the moment (he was a stray in need of a home) but would love to have more someday! I have found the house breaking (mostly) easy as well. Good luck with your third bunny friend!

      It is a pleasure to "meet" you! :D You as well. <3

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  18. Hi Skyeler!
    I wanted to thank you for your visit to my blog, however, you're showing as a "no reply blogger" and I'm unable to find your email addy anywhere! If you don't mind sharing it or putting it here on your blog, that would be awesome!

    Your tea cup is beautiful!! The other gifts are lovely and I know very appreciated. Isn't this a fun exchange? We're all blessed by Stephanie's gift!

    Thank you again for stopping by ~ I so hope you will return! I love your blog and I'm anxious to sit and read. I'm a new follower so will visit again. :) Have a blessed week!

    xo
    Pat

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    1. Of course, I will fix that! I didn't realize I had that disabled on my profile, thank you for pointing that out!

      It really is such an exciting exchange! I've never done anything quite like it, and it is such a blessing.

      Thank you very much, and I would love to. :) You have a lovely week as well!

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  19. Oh, Skyeler - what a wonderful package of awesomeness! And your teacup is stunning - it is a very pretty one, indeed. Thanks for visiting me today.

    Isn't this exchange a wonderful blessing and such FUN! It's so nice meeting you through the exchange! I am your newest follower. I love your photography!!

    : - )

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    1. I absolutely agree - it was a package of awesomeness! :D

      It truly is! There is so much fun in the giving and the receiving, and with the blog link up party, the fun goes on!

      So nice to "meet" you too. <3 Thank you so much! That is so kind!! <3

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  20. Your blue and white teacup is gorgeous! The bunny pin and dress bookmark are super cute. I would totally wear that polka dot dress if it came in adult sizes!

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    1. I would too! I definitely think it would be cute enough to wear! :)

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  21. What's not to love about a blue floral pattern on crisp white cotton? Gorgeous teacup :) I love the handmade items too ... the bunny pin is so sweet!
    Wendy

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  22. I love that beautiful cup. One of my favorites in the exchange - love them all - but this one is so cute, sophisticated and my favorite color.

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    1. I completely agree. It does have that elegant sophistication look, doesn't it? My favorite color too! <3

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  23. I always love seeing what everyone gets and gives... So much fun!!

    ~Trisha

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    1. So do I! It's so much fun looking around at all of the teacup packages that I have been sent and received.

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  24. Goodness, you received a very sweet assortment of goodies. The cup is just beautiful. SO fun. You have a cute blog.

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    1. I certainly did, I was very thankful for how much Ashleigh sent. Thank you very much! :)<3

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  25. The teacup is beautiful--and what a lovely package! This exchange is so fun. I participated last time around, and am loving seeing what everyone gave and received this time.

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    1. It is such fun. Oh, you did? Hopefully you will be joining us again in the future! I participated last year, but unfortunately had to pass on the spring exchange. It is still enjoyable to look and see, that is true!

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  26. Love your pretty new tea cup. The colour blue is so very lovely and the pattern divine! Enjoy all those pretties!

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    1. Divine is a good word for it! :) Thank you, I most certainly have been!

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  27. You received a really lovely pkg. of goodies in this exchange. I love the delicate blue pattern of your teacup and saucer.

    Have a nice day ~ FlowerLady

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    1. I truly was blessed with such a generous partner. :) Thank you, you as well! <3

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  28. Hi Skyeler! Wow...you received a wonderful box of goodies too! Your teacup is STUNNING as well as the personal touches that your partner sent with it. What a fun, fun exchange...and thank you for visiting!

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    1. I love the fact that she sent personal touches too! It really is a delightful exchange! <3

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  29. Hi Skyeler...lovely to meet you through this fabulous exchange. I love your teacup and what a wonderful box of delights you received. Debbie x

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    1. Lovely to "meet" you as well! This exchange is quite fabulous, and such fun! Thank you for stopping by. :)

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  30. I love everything you received from the exchange. I hope you enjoy it all. :)

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    1. I most certainly have! The exchange is so much fun!

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  31. You received a wonderful selection of swap goodies. The teacup and saucer are so delicate looking. I can't wait for the next swap to begin. Thankyou for commenting on my blog. I'm so determined to get round everyone's blog and see all the gorgeous cups and mugs that were sent and received. Hugs ValeryAnne.

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    1. I was so very blessed! Oh, neither can I, these exchanges are such fun! I have been trying to get around to everyone as well; I do love looking at all of the lovely packages. :) Thank you for stopping by! <3

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