Monday 14 March 2011

The Family Gift Coordinator



I seem to be the go-to-person in my family for gifts which probably is quite obvious considering I have a shop full of things to give.  Today my brother Nick rang me pleading me to help him with a last minute gift which he needed for today.  I was up to my armpits in emails, quotes, fabrics and paperwork but I dropped everything immediately for his arrival.  I whipped out a few things in the shop and then he decided on a beautiful Sally Campbell quilt which I wrapped for him.  Usually it's a much longer and arduous task which requires me to pull the shop entirely to pieces.  If only I had someone in my life who would organise these sorts of things for me like I do for them!  He left grateful for my help.  I couldn't stop thinking that it was like a drive-through gift service!  Let's hope she likes the quilt!!!

11 comments:

First House on the Right said...

Love the wrapping! Nx

Mimi said...

I am sure she will love the quilt. Beautiful wrapping. Enjoy your week. Mimi x

Cheryl said...

Wow! Lucky Nick! I would come help you in a New York minute!

The enchanted home said...

Thats cute and i can relate..in my circles of both family and friends, I am the gift queen as they call me..... I think we should both be flattered, it means they like our taste and style enough to trust us and they believe in us. Sounds like a lovely choice you selected....enjoy your day!

pve design said...

Oh what a lucky brother....and I am sure that he can be counted of for his skills to help you out in a pinch.
I love keeping lovely ribbons and paper and recycled bits for wrapping...show us your ribbons and paper!
You are always so inspiring how you just pull things out of hat! (you wear so many hats so beautifully!)
pve

Unknown said...

Ah, Sally Campbell's quilts are always a winner, no matter what. They're so... genuine and graphically attractive. Which one did you choose? An expressive one or rather toned-down?

Natasha @ Northern Light Design said...

How about when someone brings their gift to you in the hopes that you will do your wrapping-magic.... well, that person is me :) and I am happy to do so!!

northern Light

Vintage Home said...

What are sisters for..or shop owners for that matter!...How could a lady not appreciate a QUILT & beautifully wrapped...lucky girl!..sweet sister!

I Dream Of said...

Who couldn't love something that came in such a pretty package? The orange wrapping paper is gorgeous!

Luciane at HomeBunch.com said...

Oh, I bet she will!!

What a beautiful package, btw! Fun color!

Have a wonderful week, Anna!

xo

Luciane at HomeBunch.com

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Fiona said...

Ha! MEN. :)