You should never try to cheat PayPal by sending payments as gifts. PayPal provides a service and has a right to be compensated.
When you choose to pay for products or services with their gift option so you can save a few dollars, you lose all protection and have no one else to blame. You also bought them "condition unknown" and should have asked for more detailed pictures.
That being said, I'm sure Trendy is just busy and will get back to you when he can.
