An unexpected wonderful surprise!

Wouldn't you agree that our tatting friend Diane must be some kind of Angel? You all know who I am talking about because she always leaves encouraging comments on everyone's blog. She aways has nice and curteous things to say and is one of the most thoughtful and generous people I know.
Now, I don't intend to embarrass her with this post but to honor her and thank her.

I received a birthday package from her today, full of wonderful surprises. I already have plans for the thread, some of which comes from Yarnplayer...YIPPEEE! And I have always wanted to try King Tut because I've heard so much about it. Then there are the awesome "Diane decorated" shuttles....how cheeky of her! She blogged about them and I had NO idea! I love the shawl and I'm wearing it right now. I will think of Diane every time I use her handweaved bookmark.
Between Teri and Diane (my very young adopted moms), I am getting so spoiled.

I am really enjoying ALL my tatting friends and getting to know you all better. I am finding we have more in common than just tatting.
Thanks for being my friends!

Introducing the "Diane" Shuttle

Henceforth all cobalt blue shuttles with pic tips and tatting designs will be known as the "Diane" shuttle.
Diane is my friend and loyal customer. She was there in the very beginning when, how shall I say, my shuttles were not so refined? She stuck with me through price hikes and design changes, and she gave me helpful feedback.
I truly appreciate all her encouraging emails because the Good Lord knows how sensitive us artists can be and there were times when I just wanted to "throw in the towel". I consider Diane my cheerleader!
So Diane, Thank you! .... Oh and your shuttle is ready (hee hee).

And I would like to add a special hello to Denise. I feel like I know the pair of you and would like to meet you both in person someday.

I will have a couple "Diane" shuttles available in my Etsy shop later in the week.
I have to say that cobalt blue glaze is a very fussy glaze to work with so needless to say the "Diane" line will be limited in numbers and therefore extra special.