Hi Everyone. Happy Wednesday.
This is a very quick post, as I am running way late tonight!
I saw this fabulous sketch across at retrosketches
I decided to use a stamp set called All About You from PTI and knew that it was a great opportunity to use some of the fabulous SU Polka Dot Parade DSP. I love this DSP because it has the large circles on one side and the small dots on the other. Perfect for what I wanted to do.
Of course, I had to do a third repetition of the "dot/circle" theme by adding a little pearl on the butterfly.
I punched out two butterflies using my SU butterfly punch (I love the shape of the butterflies from this punch… one of my all time favorites). I punched one in Basic Black and the other with the Polka Dot Parade DSP. I adhered the Basic Black butterfly with glue and then folded up the wings on the polka dot version. I glued the middle part of the butterfly and glued that to the Basic Black butterfly.
Tip: Want to keep those wings floating free from the card base when it goes through the post? All I did was cut a stampin dimensional in half and placed the straight side of the one half right up against the "body" of the butterfly and pressed down the wing. I then repeated the same action with the other wing. This helps to give the wings "lift", even when they have gone through the post.
On a personal note:
So glad we are half way through the week. I am so looking forward to the weekend! For those of you that may be interested… Archi was in the garden again this morning. Yay!
This photo was taken through the screen….. but I loved the ethereal feel of it, so thought I would share!
Have a fabulous Thursday and thank you for visiting!
Warm hugs and prayers for those of you who need a little lift tonight.
I'll be back on Friday with another card.
Hugs
Jaydee
Card recipe – all ingredients Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted:
- Card stock: Basic Black, Daffodil Delight
- Inks: Basic Black
- Stamps: All about you (PTI)
- Tools: Butterfly Punch, Basic Pearls
7 Responses
Oh my gosh, that photo looks like an impressionistic painting. It’s gorgeous. I’m so glad he’s back. 🙂
what a wonderful looking card and thanks for sharing Archi the owl photo with us. He sure is gorgeous and nice that he hangs around the way he does.
Done alittle searching:
Throughout many cultures, the symbolic meaning of owl deals with:
* intelligence
* brilliance
* perspective
* intuition
* quick-wit
* independence
* wisdom
* protection
* mystery
* power
Native American tribes (primarily plains’ Indians) viewed the owl as a protector against harm and their feathers were ritually worn to ward of evil spirits.
Ancient Athenians made the owl an emblem of wisdom and even emblazoned the image of the owl on their coinage. To the ancient Greeks, the owl is a symbol of Athene who is goddess of foresight & knowledge.
Taking symbolism from the owl directly, it is noteworthy that it is a creature of the night. Nocturnal creatures are symbolic of inner-knowing, psychic ability, and intuition – so too is the owl.
If an owl has visited you, an incredible gift has been bestowed. Also, keep in mind that animals are only called to those who share the same energy. In other words, you hold within you some of the very same symbolic attributes the owl represents.
To illustrate, you may have abilities to know things that others do not know. It may be likely you have very strong intuitive abilities that can be fine-tuned. Further, you may be strong-willed person, and/or have a protective side to you.
These owl sightings may be messages for you to develop your education further. Or, the owl may be trying to tell you to develop your intuition further.
Owls also show themselves as a sign of warning (no, not of death). You simply need to pay close attention to people around you – owls are incredibly perceptive – you are probably perceptive too – use your powers of perception around new people you may meet. Not everyone is as nice, or “cool” as they seem to be.
Source(s):
symbolic-meanings.com
He is one majestic bird, isn’t he?
Ah, black and yellow, one of my favorite combinations. And, polka dots! I LOVE polka dots! :o) What a happy, fun card, Jaydee! :o)
I’m sorry things are busy–I hope they settle down soon.
Hugs!
P.S. Hi Lou! I hope you’ve been well. :o)
I love this card and thanks for the tips! I love the owl photo as well. Sorry, I haven’t commented very much – I will try to do a little better.
I love your card, Jaydee. I think the way you placed the black butterfly under the yellow polka-dotted one makes it look cut out from the paper underneath. I had to really look at it for a bit. And “your” owl – beautiful! I loved Colleen’s insights – especially that “you hold within you some of the very same symbolic attributes the owl represents.” I’ve never met you personally, but obviously that is the case! As always, thanks for sharing.
I love the yellow and gray together! So cute! Thanks for playing along at Retro Sketches!
I cannot believe you get to have such a beautiful creature in your garden. We have a wee owl called a Morpork here in New Zealand, they are nocturnal, and don’t live in the suburbs….so I am very jealous!
P.S. Your cards are all delightful and very inspiring.