"Poppy" Paper Cut Scherenschnitte / Scherenschnitt

You know how you go through your whole life thinking something is one way, and then you learn that it is another way? That is what happened to me!

"Daisy" shared something with me that I just didn't know.
I have always thought that flowers were named after....flowers.
I mean, that each flower is given it's scientific name (forgive me, to those who really know what they are talking about). : )



I mean their "botany" name (still not sure the correct word to use, but I am trying)! : )

I have been wrong...

"Daisy" shared with me that flowers are named after the little people who live in them!

Please meet "Poppy" who is just so sweet! : )

We Interrupt the "Bird Cage" Series To Present "Daisy" Paper Cut Scherenschnitte / Scherenschnitt

Daisy told me she wanted to be born today.....
This is how the conversation went:
Daisy: I would like to be born today! : )
Me: But, I am working on a "Bird Cage" series and you just don't fit in. Sorry. : (
Daisy: But, You have that wonderful handmade paper from India! I love the rose petals, the little pieces of grass, and leaves! Today I WILL be born.
(She reminded me of my children...I really didn't have much say in the matter!)
Me: How will I fit you into a bird cage?
Daisy: I know you will do what is best. (I can tell Daisy really is a very nice flower.)
Me: OK....I'll just go for it, and see what happens!
Daisy: Like I always say..."Life happens while your making other plans"!
Me: I had to agree. : )

"She Felt Like Wearing A Little Bit Of Pink" #15 Bird Cage Series - Paper Cut Scherenschnitt / Scherenschnitte

She felt like wearing a little bit of pink today.

Cut from handmade paper from India.
You may see a rose petal, leaf, or a piece of grass within.
The first layer of the bird cage is from a French hand written letter from the 1800's.

"Catherine" Close Up - Paper Cut Scherenschnitt

A close up of Catherine's skirt. The first layer is a French hand written letter from the 1800's. The light pink dove, and the light green leaf were both cut from handmade paper from India. An X-Acto knife with #11 blade was used to cut out the bird cage for the skirt. A self-healing cutting board was used under the paper. Iris scissors were used to cut out the French letter, dove, and leaf.

"Catherine" #14 in Bird Cage Series - Paper Cut Scherenschnitt

The gala was the social event of the year. Those in attendance were not there for the food, wine, nor to be seen, they had attended in hopes to see Catherine. It was whispered that Catherine had just returned from Paris, and all eyes were on her as she entered the room.

"Kitties New Purse" #13 In Bird Cage Series - Paper cut Scherenschnitt

"Kitties New Purse" is #13 in my Bird Cage Paper Cut Series. Kitty shared with me that she felt that she needed a new fall purse. She wanted something that would go with all of her outfits, and yet be functional (Kitty is just so practical). The Bird Cage purse caught her eye. She just loved the the little song about the kitty and the robin printed on the side.

I think that she looks rather stylish, don't you!?!

(Don't worry, I'll warn Miss Robin before she takes a look inside! : )

"This Life" #12 in Bird Cage Series - Paper Cut Scherenschnitt

Traveling until she finds her love, through this life, and if need be, into the next.

"This Life" is number twelve in my series titled "Bird Cage". The different elements for this papercut were cut from Canson paper using scherenschnitte scissors and X-Acto knife. A new #11 blade is used with a self healing cutting mat underneath the paper. The elements were assembled in layers. A French letter from the 1800s is the first element for the back of the bird cage. The birds were adhered with Elmer's Multi-Purpose Spray Adhesive. The remaining bird cage pieces, including the photograph were added using the spray adhesive . "This Life" measures approx. 7 1/2" x 6", and has been mounted on a 10" x 8" 140lb archival off white watercolor paper.

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A Peek....

This little key is part of a new paper cut that I am working on. Is it the key to my heart? Maybe, maybe not. Maybe it is the key to the hidden Halloween candy! : )

"Dance" #11 in Bird Cage Series Paper Cut Scherenschnitt

"Dance" is number eleven in my series titled "Bird Cage". The different elements for this papercut were cut from Canson paper using scherenschnitte scissors ans X-Acto knife. A new #11 blade is used with a self healing cutting mat underneath the paper. The elements were assembled in layers. Vintage music is the first element for the back of the bird cage, which was then placed in position, including the ladies legs. The birds were adhered with Elmer's Multi-Purpose Spray Adhesive. The remaining bird cage pieces, including the ladies silhouette were added using the spray adhesive . "Dance" measures approx. 6" x 8", and has been mounted on a 10" x 8" 140lb archival off white watercolor paper.

"Dance" has SOLD!

Thank you so very much!

She is on her way to Kentucky.