My cousin's daughter, my first cousin once removed, celebrated her Bat Mitzvah in November last year. Unfortunately, since we live on different continents, we were unable to be with her to mark the occasion. As luck would have it, the whole family were coming to Israel this summer. I could give the Bat Mitzvah girl her gift in person instead. Of course that didn't happen! Instead, the papercut I created for Lily went in the mail and, 53 excruciating days later, it finally arrived at its final destination!
Lily's Bat Mitzvah ceremony was held outdoors, in a California park, and the invitation to the celebrations had a beautiful illustration of trees on it. I used the celebrations and Lily's love of nature, together with her name as inspiration for the papercut. I put her name in the centre and added leaves, ferns, flowers and my signature little bird. The papercut measures 10x8 inches.
Lily's mum told me that she loves purple so that's what I ultimately decided upon for the backing paper. I was delighted to hear that she absolutely loves her gift. Maybe, just maybe, I will get to see it in situ one day!
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25 comments:
Gorgeous card for a gorgeous girl. Your papercuts are my favourite and the purple backing shows the design off perfectly. I hope you get to see it in person very soon. xx
So gorgeous. Sorry COVID got in the way of seeing them personally!
I bet the wait was excruciating. I can't imagine launching something I've lovingly made on such a journey. I'm so glad it made it. I love your paper cuts and this one is even more special. Even down to the detail of the bird. Not surprised she loves it. #mmbc
That is just beautiful and Lily looks very happy with it x
that is one of the prettiest cards you've ever made
All I can say is WOW!
That is so pretty! Amazing job.
Wonderful! A fantastisc artwork.
Love this card!
Lily is a beautiful young woman, and it looks like she is beaming with joy at your card. It is lovely.
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Too bad you couldn't see them in person because of the pandemic but what a beautiful card and keepsake you made for her.
Very artistic, take some care cutting that out with a scalpel, I'd be cutting myself that is for sure
Beautiful. So many Bar and Bat Mitzvah celebrations are outside and limited to immediate family while the rest attend on Zoom. We just shared from Zoom to a Bar Mitzvah this past weekend! Your cutting is absolutely exquisite.
Really creative and beautiful. And hats off to you cutting it all by hand.
The cutting is so amazingly precise. Love the white on purple background. Really beautiful!!
-Soma
This is gorgeous #mind
It is perfect for her. Your cousin has such a beautiful name, fitting for a beautiful young woman. ...I’m so glad it (finally) made it safely across all those miles and I too hope one of these days the world will again be safe for human travel.
Wow Lisa ! Such intricate and meticulous paper cutting. Really impressive.
Thank you for sharing with us at Meraki Link Party.
Naush
It is so beautiful, Lisa. I am sure Lily loves it!
Creativity and finesse galore!
I enjoy these paper cut artwork. I remember doing some of these in our Arts & Craft subject in school..... though that was with paper & scissors.
A beautiful card for a beautiful young lady! I love seeing your work and can just feel the love that goes into your cards :)
Many thanks for your link at 'My Corner of the World' this week !!
I can see why Lily was so happy to receive this, it's just beautiful. So much wonderful detail. x
What a beautiful gift, all the more special in that you lovingly made it for Lily.
Gorgeous Lisa, and what a special gift! thanks so much for sharing on craft schooling sunday, so happy to have you back regularly!
It is not easy to go anywhere these days.
A beautiful personal gift!
What an elegant piece is your card for Lily, Lisa! How heart warming that the whole family could come to Israel - what a blessing! Many thanks for showing this special card for Lily to All All Seasons, Jesh
Very fine artwork!
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