More postcards

In a previous post I mentioned that I had joined the Snowflake Postcard exchange hosted by Brandy Lynn of Canadian Quilt Talk Radio.  Well this is what I found in the mailbox after trudging through the snow.

This one is from Gemma in New Jersey,

and this one came all the way from Australia from Judy.

Aren't they wonderful?  But that's not all.  I got a surprise I was not expecting.  A Christmas postcard from my Tangled Textile friend, Judy.  Isn't it a beauty?

I wish I could get a closer picture.  The "rays" are delicate gold threads that have been couched in place, and the star itself is crazy patched.  Lovely!  

Silent Night! Holy Night!

May this season bring you warmth, joy, the companionship of friends and family, and a peace of spirit.

Decorating done

Well the tree is up

the Nutcrackers are at attention

a miniature village has sprouted 

everything is just about ready.  Just a few more items to finish off and just in time too.  How are your holiday preparations coming along?