Paper cut

Not the "ouch!" kind of paper cut but a stamp based on the incredibly detailed Chinese art. Helen has used a paper cut to inspire this very very impressive stamp. Fantastic!

Thank you Helen (Nagori Yuki).

Here Kitty, kitty...

This magnificent animal was sent to me  by Patricia from California, no doubt it is a big job keeping her in such magnificent shape, but clearly worth it.

A bit late in posting but much appreciated Patricia, thank you.

Dear heart.

The first of this year's valentine cards, a message from Linda from Hawaii with a very interesting story to go with the delightful etegami.

Thank you Linda!

Thank you Shungo.

A lovely vase of flowers  from Shungo done in his staccato style, a result of many hours of sketching faces on the train!

Thank you Shungo!

Spud me!

A delightfully simple card from Lisa in Western Australia, a tribute to the humble spud (potato). We love it, vilify it, blame it for gaining weight and forget that it is truly a most versatile and delicious beastie. You want fries with that?
Thanks Lisa.

All the way from Minsk.

Slava who is able to read Japanese (sigh with envy) has sent this very snake-like character which says "snake" in an archaic Chinese style (Tenso), "ah so" he knows Chinese too! I am a bit puzzled as to which way is "up" but will go with the English greeting. Thanks Slava.

From the Arbrary.

Arbrary N. (r bra ree)
Meaning; modern book filled eyrie amongst the treetops in So. Cal. peculiarly known to house literary types in perfect bliss.
Thank you Rachel!