Claire's Collectibles features local artists who have accomplished something fun, intriguing, amazing or unique.  Our current featured artist is: 


Our September Artist is Mandy Ridley

 

I began a love affair with greeting cards 18 years ago. At first, I loved just sending pretty cards; and my love has grown with creating these cards to share with special friends.

I mingled my love of flowers into my cards after learning the art of pressing flowers and the love of beautiful paper. The combination was magical and somewhat spiritual in nature. I have always believed that "the flower is the spiritual essence of the plant".

I believe that recovery is also spiritual in nature and combining both into cards has given me a wonderful gift to share with others.

Each card I design is reflective of spiritual growth when one decides to change their life in positive ways. What better affirmation can we give to a friend who has done so in their life.

Most of my cards are made with recycled paper and flowers that I grow and press myself. I am always seeking out new ways to use and recycle what is naturally around us.

 

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Mandy also makes journals

You can see more of Mandy's beautiful work at her Recovery Cards website
 

 

 

 

If you've got some stamping artwork you would like displayed, please e-mail Claire and let her know!  You may be the next featured artist!
 
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