Elaborate, For a Change

 A few days ago I was poking around some blogs (you never know where you'll end up), when I came upon Arlene http://butterflykisseswithlove.blogspot.com/.  She was auditioning to be on Graphic 45's 2012 Design Team, and she was in the 30 semi-finalist.  Be still my heart.  These artists are at the top of the paper-art field, using fantastic products.  Check out their goodies http://g45papers.typepad.com/.  Arlene not only creates stunning pieces, but she films some of her projects and knows how to put together a tutorial.  I thank artists who are so generous with their techniques.  I have spent a few midnight hours watching her youtube films.  Today I wanted to make a card for Josef and vowed to spend, spend, spend the paper. 

For me, layering paper is uncommon.  After seeing Arlene's results where she layers a lot, I am a changed person.  She also uses flowers and more flowers, and really, just more of MORE.  Elaborate and lovely is her work and I am grateful to see it.  Fly away little card;  I hope you find Josef in good health.