Magnolia Plantation Inspiration

Valentine's Day will be here before we know it! And I have to say that Spring is not too far behind! While we were at Magnolia Plantation there were all these gorgeous Camilla's just starting to bloom. Above are my artistic interpretation of seeing all this color in the middle of Winter. The idea for the paper flower wraps was to put them onto gifts, vases, journals, books, magazines, hats or anything that needs a little sassiness! Have a great week!! ~Kristine

Côte d'Azur Butterflies

Today I finished up the Côte d'Azur collection and wanted to share what I found online regarding the area. These butterflies were inspired by the region and I think the history of the area is incredible! Oh and had a chance to watch the next part of Emma between the Grammy's. ~Kristine

"The Côte d'Azur, often known in English as the French Riviera, is the Mediterranean coastline of the south eastern corner of France, extending from Menton near the Italian border in the east to either Hyères or Cassis in the west."

"This coastline was one of the first modern resort areas. It began as a winter health resort for the British upper class at the end of the 18th century. With the arrival of the railway in the mid-19th century, it became the playground and vacation spot of British, Russian, and other aristocrats, such as Queen Victoria and King Edward VII, when he was Prince of Wales. In the summer, it also played home to many members of the Rothschild family. In the first half of the 20th century it was frequented by artists and writers, including Pablo Picasso, Henri Matisse, Edith Wharton, Somerset Maugham and Aldous Huxley, as well as wealthy Americans and Europeans. After World War II it became a popular tourist destination and convention site. Many celebrities, such as Elton John and Brigitte Bardot, have homes in the region. Officially, the Côte d'Azur is home to 163 nationalities with 83,962 foreign residents,[1] although estimates of the number of non-French nationals living in the area are often much higher.[2]"

Butterfly Clips and Push Pins

Just some new creations in the shop! There is so much I would like to put together and the ideas are always right there and luckly I have been writing them down. Have a great weekend!~Kristine

Butterflies in Sweden

After all the hundreds (maybe a thousand by now?) of butterflies that I have handmade over the last two years something wonderful has happened. Madeleine in Sweden posted a few pictures of what she did with her set! Amazing and so beautiful!! I am grateful that she indulged me and has allowed me to use her photos as examples of two gorgeous way to display them. Other people have used them on cards, mobiles, presents and even on the walls!

So thank you Madeleine for sharing and making my day!! She has the most delightful website that makes you feel like you are there with her in Sweden having a yummy homemade treat right out of the oven with her daughter "E".

Tack så mycket! :-) ~Kristine

Côte d'Azur Collection

I am starting a Côte d'Azur collection of paper butterflies. Here is the first set! This week I had an order for 350 of them!! (PS - We watched Julie and Julia last night and it was wonderful.)

Upcoming Magazine Pictures

Let me know which one you think will draw the eye in for a Summer ad campaign in the Stampington Magazines! ~Kristine

Fleur-de-lis Bookmark

Here are a few things that I have been working on. It seems like we are all looking forward to Spring and defrosting a bit! Two ideas one for Valentine's Day and the other for St. Patrick's Day. More warm colors to follow! ~Kristine