I’ve been working on more sewn paper cards this week. I added in some scrap booking paper, but I am still using old books and the interior print from envelopes – the blue North Carolina came from our old credit union’s mailed statements. That is one problem with being into collage – you save too many scraps. I have my scraps organized into file folders and in a plastic tub for easier access.
The card symbols were inspired by the pages of an old bridge book – I just love the mix of text and card suits. The Crisco pie ad, on the right, is from an old advertising book I found at an antique book shop in Greensboro – it’s a treasure trove of card possibilities.
These are heading off in the mail this week for a friend’s birthday. I just love making things and passing them on to others. I have to, otherwise my house would be full to the gills by now. So friends, say mercy when you’ve had enough and say more if you’ve not had enough.
Bluebird Hill Art 