On Friday, I farewelled a friend who is off to Eat, Study & Love in Paris.. Not only was I excited for my friend going on such an adventure but also for the opportunity to prepare a French themed farewell gift!
My first stop was another close friend, Gabby who owns the fabulous accessory company Karma Kameleon and is the inspiration to follow my dreams. Gabby was able to source the most perfect French scarf (neckerchief) or as I like to call them, scarfette.. I have heard that the French like to wear scarfs for every occasion. I then put together the rest of the package; a compass so she 'can find her way home'; a notebook with a picture from my all time favourite painter, Pissarro; a pen to write in said notebook; some hydrating face cream for the plane and a L'Occitane, travel towelette.. Oh joyous now for the wrapping!!
Originally I had intended to place the items within the scarf, inside a box and wrap the box, but as I was searching for a box, I came across an old cannister which I had saved. I was instantly inspired and changed my plans; covering the box with some stunning French themed paper and stickers, tying it up with a gorgeous red/white/blue twine aptly named 'airmail' and finishing it all off with some gorgeous miniature Eiffel Tower pendants, I had found several weeks ago - Voila!! Teamed with a french card and a very cute luggage tag.. I was off to farewell my friend..
