Choose an author as you choose a friend.   ~ Sir Christopher Wren ~

Facebook can be a great resource and I met Robyn from Cherished Books while "networking" last week.  Robyn has a small online business aptly named Cherished Books - don't you just love the quote above by Sir Christopher Wren taken form Robyn's website.  Robyn is all about customer service and she lives up to - within a few days of enquiring about some vintage Alice in Wonderland books to turn into butterfly art - 3 arrived in the post.  How's that for great service! 

I also have a gorgeous vintage Alice book from the 50's that I'm really not too sure I'm going to cutting up as it's just too beautiful!  

Robyn is obviously fantastic at sourcing books.  Even if the book isn't in stock she will do her utmost to locate a copy for you.  The store contains mostly pre-read books, so any flaws will be described to the best of her ability. Stock includes rare, out of print and vintage books, as well as modern fiction and non-fiction. 

Between the endless list of birthdays, baby showers, births, baptisms, naming days and confirmations there’s little wonder we sometimes find ourselves completely overwhelmed and under-inspired when it comes to choosing a unique and appropriate gift to mark that special occasion.

The celebration of an impending first birth, the arrival of a precious babe or a christening or confirmation service are all significant moments in the lives of those within our family and friendship groups and it is for that reason that our choice of gift is so important.  A gift from the paper miniature 3D art range at Love Paper Scissors is the perfect choice to beautifully commemorate such a special occasion.

Personalised designs complete with your choice of intricate paper cut art silhouettes, colour schemes, quotes and individual scribe make for the most exquisite gifts imaginable.
If it’s a unique baby shower gift you covet, and the sex of the child is not known, look no further than the divine new Fruit Art range, which embraces delightful apples, pears and strawberries that look good enough to eat!

Perhaps you’ve been searching aimlessly for a confirmation gift with a difference or maybe you’re a god parent in need of a meaningful, spiritual present for a christening?  A favorite poem or list of quotes encapsulated in a beautifully framed 3D art wall hanging is sure to impress.


Whether your preference is fairies, ballerinas, sail boats, butterflies, trains, owls or babushka dolls –your customised piece from the Love Paper Scissors range is guaranteed to become a symbolic keepsake for that special child in your life.

I was recently asked a few questions about Christening, Godparent and Naming Day Gifts by the fabulous Laura from Studio Bambini - have you seen the divine magazine? 
Well worth a peek and you can subscribe to get it straight to your mail box!

* In your experience, are people these days looking for something more unique than
 the traditional christening gifts? Why do you think this is?

   

* Why do you think personalised christening/naming ceremony gifts are such a good choice?

The celebration of a christening or a naming day is such an important event for the family of the new baby.  It is a way of blessing the life of a unique child and welcoming them into the family and friendship circle.  For that reason, the gift needs to be just as unique and individual as the blessed child.  A gift from the paper miniature 3D art range at Love, Paper, Scissors is the perfect choice to beautifully commemorate such a special occasion.  My personalised designs will become a keepsake for the child - a lasting reminder in years to come of the importance of that day.

 


* Is it more important to go for something special/memorable or something practical that the child/parents will actually use?

Practicality shouldn’t enter the equation when it comes to marking an occasion that only happens once in a person’s lifetime.  A christening gift should be one that is symbolic, memorable and personal - one that holds a place of special significance as the child grows up. 

* What do you think makes a great christening/naming ceremony gift?

A heartfelt gift that will grow with the baby from infancy to adulthood.  A keepsake that is timeless and symbolic with a unique point of difference.  Paper miniature 3D design artworks from Love, Paper, Scissors are a gift for life.  They are exquisitely intricate and beautifully crafted with love.  They will never go out of style and as the years pass by, will make the perfect piece for a future family heirloom.

Original artworks can be lovely but also very, very expensive, as anyone who’s walked into a gallery will attest. Posters and prints can be nice but they just don’t offer that individual touch. For something a little different, have a look at these handcrafted framed art works featuring paper butterflies and dragonflies. They are all original pieces, handcrafted with love and creating a beautiful home in mind.

Trintiy Paper Butterfly Art from just $55 at Love Paper Scissors- personalize with your own colours, names and poems - a gorgeous new baby gift that will be treasured for many years to come.

   Make a statement with the gorgeous Magnificent Butterfly Grid. Measuring 100 x 50cm it features a grid of paper butterflies with extra large wingspans of over 7cm each.  You can personalise this to suit your tastes - and your décor - by selecting from a range of papers, white or coloured backgrounds, and either a black or white frame.
If, like me, you have a love of all things Asian, I hope you’ll love the oriental paper butterflies in pinks, reds and purples. For a unique birthday or Christmas gift, for a wedding or perhaps a newborn, you can also add names and/or dates of birth. This style can also be customised with different sized and style frames. The 100 x 50cm frame is $390, or for an eye-catching square design, there’s also the Magnificent Butterfly Grid Square which measures 52 x 52cm and features 36 extra large butterflies for $260.

   

Some of the most exquisite fabrics can be found in Japanese kimonos, the traditional garment worn by Japanese men, women and children. These gorgeous textiles are the inspiration for a range of chiyogami paper, which feature in the Kimono Dragonflies works. The grids of delicate dragonflies are distinctive for the red, black and gold detailing, and you can select from a red or black background, both equally striking. The Kimono Dragonflies are available in small, medium and large sizes, from $55. There are matching Kimono Butterflies works available.


Are you a French provincial fan? Add some vintage Parisian glamour with the French Vintage Inspired Butterflies. These butterflies have been handcrafted from vintage prints featuring the Eiffel Tower, glamour fashions and traditional parchment musical scores. The vintage butterflies are available in small, medium, large, or custom sizes. You can also choose to have the butterflies handmade in a simple or intricate design and in two different wingspans.
If you’re after a one-off design for a special gift or a special place on your wall, custom designs start from just $60 and that’s including the completed artwork.

Whatever your style, whether it’s Asian inspired, French provincial or slick contemporary, I’m sure you’ll find plenty to inspire you with the Love Paper Scissors collection. Each framed paper 3D work is handcrafted, so it offers something beautiful and unique for your home that’s likely to be a talking point when guests arrive. If you’re inspired to beautify with paper butterflies, talk to me today and let’s create something special!

I was recently approached to design some personalised gifts for the panelists of the Sourcebottle Networking Night held at Leonda By The Yarra.  After a night of pondering and a few nerves here and there I came up with the following.  I would love to know what you think.....You can add a comment by clicking on the comments link below.

Tom Fahey - Producer on The Circle, Channel 10


- Tim Verrall - Breakfast Producer, MixFM


- Leo D'Angelo Fisher – Senior Journalist, BRW


- Janice Breen Burns – Fashion Editor, The Age


The vintage corsets are my favorites with the ink wells a close second.  I was wrapped with the end result of the retro radios and producer themed frames too.   They are now available in the SHOP under the contemporary catagory from $45 in the small frame.  Complementing shoes and handbags are on their way to make up a fabulous set.  Just email to purchase chelsie@lovepaperscissors.com.au until I get them listed individually!!  If you have a favorite object you would like beautifully cut and framed please let me know and I'll email some ideas!

The chief panel wrangler on the night was....Debra Templar (@DebraTemplar), www.thetemplargroup.com.au

Helping Sourcebottle put on this inaugural live networking event were the team from Handle Your Own PR, Creative Cats, Leonda By The Yarra, The Templar Group and The Woo.