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#CraftBlogClub Secret Santa 2018

It’s time to reveal the wonderful gifts from the #CraftBlogClub Secret Santa 2018!

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Though I arrange #CraftBlogClub now; I have been a part of it for so much longer. The annual Secret Santa is one of my favourite of the regular challenges and events throughout the #CraftBlogClub year.

I really like giving and receiving handmade gifts; and the wide range of crafts, and talents in #CraftBlogClub means it’s always a varied and fun activity at Christmas!

Arranging the Secret Santa gift swap challenge this year, was so much fun; and it was great to see so many people getting involved, both regular chatters and even some new faces! It’s always a popular challenge and you can read more here!

Do you craft and make handmade gifts? We’re always open to new people coming to join in the chats on Tuesday evenings! You can find out more over on Twitter.

The #CraftBlogClub Secret Santa 2018

To remain as impartial as possible, Stu drew the pairs from two pots; in order to create all of the swap partners, including me. Aside from one case, due to location; everyone was sending to a different person, and receiving a gift from someone else. I regularly checked in with everyone to make sure everything was running smoothly, and everyone got their gifts on time.

The Gifts!

I played secret Santa, sending a gift to the very talented Laura Pearson Smith of A Life With Frills

#CraftBlogClub Secret Santa 2018 - sent

For Laura’s gift, I designed and made two felt Christmas decorations; and as I do every year, added a bar some delicious local chocolate, and of course a handmade Christmas card.

#CraftBlogClub Secret Santa 2018 - My handmade decorations

Of course, as I was the person behind the scenes; I knew who I would be receiving my gift from; but I was SO delighted with my wonderful gift from Caroline Dunkin AKA Alpha Unique.

#CraftBlogClub Secret Santa 2018 - My gift from Caroline

Caroline obviously did her research! I am a big Alice in Wonderland fan, and this now makes me smile whenever I walk into the kitchen! The details are incredible! I have always admired the artistry that goes in to pyrography!

#CraftBlogClub Secret Santa 2018 - My gift from Caroline - Jam Tarts queen of hearts alice in wonderland

Not to mention of course who doesn’t love jam tarts?

I will definitely be trying the recipe soon!

#CraftBlogClub Secret Santa 2018 - Pyrography gift, jam tarts recipe and queen of hearts themed gift

My favourite part of the challenge is seeing what everybody made for each other; and reading all the blog posts which are shared in the first chat of the year!

Do you participate in any Secret Santas or gift swaps at Christmas? Share any posts in the comments!

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