My family and I belong to a wonderful synagogue called Achva.
Achva is a Hebrew word which means friendship, brotherhood and unity. Back in 2014 I made a
papercut based on the verse "אהבה ואחווה ושלום ורעות", "Love and brotherhood and peace and companionship". The blessing is from the
Sheva Brachot, "the Seven Blessings" that are recited for a bride and groom under the chuppah, the canopy beneath which Jewish marriage ceremonies are performed. The papercut was given as a thank you gift to the then retiring chairperson of our synagogue.
A few years on and it was time for her replacement to end her time as chairperson too. The members of the synagogue once again wanted to present her with a special gift as a way of thanking her for all her hard work over the years. They also wanted a second piece to thank another hard working member of the community. I was asked to come up with something suitable.
I created this circular design with the word "Achva", the name of our synagogue, appearing in both Hebrew and English. My design is embellished with a
dove of peace and flowers, and measures 16.5x16.5cm. It fits perfectly into an IKEA RIBBA frame.
Should you be interested in purchasing a similar hand cut papercut, framed or unframed, just pop me a message or look for the listing in my
Etsy shop.
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15 comments:
That's beautiful!!
That is beautiful. I did some cutouts once as part of a design class, so I'm in awe of how detailed your work is. #MMBC
I always learn something when I come to your blog.
That is very pretty. The detail is amazing x
Achva.
What a beautiful concept, and a beautiful paper cut you made.
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Stay healthy through these trying times.
so beautiful and meaningful
You are very skilled to make that papercut. It is even more beautiful in that lovely frame.
How very lovely!!! Thank you! Stay well and have a wonderful week!
Those are really beautiful and I'm sure they will be greatly appreciated. I hope you're managing to stay well and happy during this crazy time. At least you have your wonderful paper cutting to keep you busy. xx
You do such fine work Lisa. I would think Etsy business and also card making might be especially well received since many or most stores are closed now. . What is this pandemic like in Israel?
They are beautiful. Wonderful detail. They work well against both background. You are clever. #mmbc
These are so lovely!
Happy Tuesday!
You have such a steady hand. I could never do that. Sketching lets me disguise my lack of precise control. Thanks for stopping by to comment. So far we are allowed to go out to exercise is we keep a six foot distance. We will do what is needed to get this behind us. - Margy
What a beautiful parting gift, Lisa, I'm sure your chairperson will treasure it. How are you holding up? It looks like this lockdown is here to stay for a while. I'm so sad that we will be missing out traditional Seder with the whole family, Zoom is just not the same :-) Take good care.
Amalia
xo
This is beautiful Lisa. What stunning detail! I know this will be dearly cherished. x
That paper cut is gorgeous, such patience and skill to cut it out like this
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