I've known for a month that
Sally's last day was today.
Sally is my coworker.
She's retiring.
She turned 55 today and
has 32 years in with the state.
It's time to go.
I will miss her.
I thought about making something for her.
And, thought about it some more.
I was quite undecided.
As a group, we were giving her a gift card.
So, really, that would have sufficed.
But, I kept thinking of all the nice things
she's done for me over the past 7 years.
Should I make something?
Or not?
Indecision...
let's just wait until the last possible moment.
Ya know?
So, I decided to make a tote.
Last night.
This one measures 12.5 x 12.5 x 3 inches.
This one measures 12.5 x 12.5 x 3 inches.
Took 4 hours...finished sewing
the binding around the top at 9:20 p.m.
Sally was very surprised...
almost cried, even.
Let's just say that she LOVED it...YAY!
Happy Retirement to her!
Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with all thy might. - Ecclesiastes 9:10
12 comments:
The perfect gift! I love the colors...now, she'll remember you every time she uses it.
You are just amazing. I love the colors and I love how nice you are.
You just make me so happy.
I bet she almost cried.
How lucky to retire at 55!!! I am SO jealous :) Gorgeous tote. What a thoughtful gift!
Pug hugs :)
Lauren
How sweet! Happy retirement to Sally! Lucky dog!
Oh my goodness, what an awesome retirement gift!!!
That was very nice of you and I am sure she will always love it and think of you.
Joyce
Beautiful bag, I can see why she loved it.
Debbie
Ohhhhh! Happy Retirement to Sally! The tote sewed up beautifully!!! Love the fabrics! I think it's just the right size for a book, some bottled water, snack, reading glasses.... to go sit at the beach and relax! :-) And, only 4 hours! You are amazing!
Co-workers always seem to be the most gracious gift-receivers.....I guess it's because they know how busy we all are and how much time we put into hand-made items.
Sweet!
What a special gift - I think your "indecision" paid off! Beautiful!
Ooh very cute! Bet she absolutely adored it!! :D
Yes, you did the right thing by making her something! That is awesome!
Love, Jill
It's a beautiful red bag, Jacque! You are ever thoughtful ~
:-}pokey
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