My Spoilee's Studio Ghibli Swap

Well, now that my box has been received I can share all the fun details online. My assigned person (winddreamer88) listed Howl's Moving Castle as one of her favorite movies, and Calcifer and Turnip Head were listed as some of her favorite characters (from all the movies), so I decided to go with that for my theme.

Howl provided me with some yarn in the colors of his crow form, so that he would be remembered. He also used his magic to make it extra special and pretty.

Ever practical Sophie sent some socks. She did follow Howl's lead and made them in colors that would be reminiscent of her (her blue dress with white buttons, and her hair that is the color of starlight).

Sophie also sent along a notions box adorned with one of her favorite memories of Howl & Calcifer (when they met). Inside she tucked in some needles to work up Howl's yarn with and some stitch markers in the image of her companions (Sophie's Hat, Turnip Head, ad Calcifer).
...hey how did he get in there?! Looks like a Soot Sprite tagged along for the ride (he doubles as a tape measure n_n)

Of course Calcifer had to send something. Even though he and Howl aren't tied to each other anymore, he didn't want to leave, so he sent along a cuddly version of himself. (Don't worry--this Calcifer won't steal your heart...I think!)

Turnip Head...er, the Prince...did not want to be forgotten either. He sent along a pint glass with his enchanted form etched into it.

And of course Markl could not allow himself to be forgotten. He sent along some Koala Yummies (appealing to winddreamer88's love of chocolate without being too scary adventurous in the arena of Japanese snacks), and a variety of teas.

Another of winddreamer88's favorite movies is Kiki's Delivery Service. This is also one of my favorite movies, and since she did not own a copy yet, I had to include it.

We then made sure to wrap it up all nice and fun n_n

My Studio Ghibli Swap Came!

I came home late from class last night to find a big box sitting on the table waiting for me. It was my amazing Ghibli swap from fuzziekit! Let me tell you, this was a way better ending to my day than the stressful lab test I had taken just before :D

I am now a proud member of the Ghibli Critters Club. They all got together to send me some lovely goodies. There’s a little something from everyone: Totoro, the Kodamas, Calcifer, the Soot Sprites, Jiji, the Baron…even Ashitaka and San chipped in.

I got some gorgeous alpaca yarn in heathered blue and brown. I also received some supplies to feed my hexipuffing: sparkly minis (courtesy of Calcifer) and some dpns (thanks Jiji!).

Everything came packed in this wonderful Kodama bag (it’s got pockets!). There were also more knitting supplies: folding scissors, locking stitch markers, some beautiful blue beaded stitch markers, and hand lotion (so necessary! and in one of my favorite scents ever). The soot sprites may have toppled out of the bag too ;)

There were also a couple wearables for me to enjoy. Like this super cute Totoro hat! (please excuse the half-asleep caitinc modeling and poorly attempting a self portrait)

There was also a very pretty pair of fingerless mitts for me. I love the color and the pattern, plus I get to sport my tree spirit love.

I also found the directionally challenged Jiji! He is so cute, and currently curling up with my puppeh.

And of course, the noms…which the soot sprites managed to save for me. And a beautiful pair of chopsticks.

And a group shot, just for good measure:

I can’t wait to curl up in my hat and mitts and start knitting with all my new yarn and stitch markers :)

ETA: I also received the pattern for Hansi Singh’s Jackalope (rav link), so now I can make my own companion for my grand adventures!

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I suppose this means I should get my butt moving on my box. I did get an extension but my mail date is looming before me. Work just keeps getting in the way--I was moving along at a nice pace and them BOOM! I'm office hopping, sitting on conference calls, doing a bunch of extra accounting (I'm a receptionist btw)...and all just as soon as I start my big item. ::sigh:: I wish today was a snow day from work just so I could knit uninterrupted. I've got 3 orders to get done too!