Fly away, Firefly!

Remember when we were kids and catching "lightning bugs" was a big deal?

Mom gave us a Mason jar with holes in the lid
and grass in the bottom to keep them in.

I used to stare at them for hours, wondering what makes them glow do beautifully.

My Grandmother has a birthday this week,
so I used this idea for her special day card.

This is a large easel card measuring 6.5 x 6.5". 

 I knew I would not have to mail it so size was not an issue.

I started with a background paper made of clouds, accented it with a strip of plain white,

and embossed it all with the swirls CB folder.

The jar is from Doodlecharms.  It is cut in 4 layers with the top layer being a clear plastic.

This gives it the look of a real jar. Black pen accents add dimension.

The fireflies and sunflower are from SYI.  The flower is embossed with the swiss dots CB folder,

the stem is hand-cut, and the leaves are from HD. 

 White pen accents were added to the stem and leaves.

I used the word "explore" from HD to set the tone for the personal verse I will compose for the inside sentiment.  The small "waves" are leftovers from another project.

The corners have been rounded and the edges inked.

For the finishing touch, I added some coordinating baker's twine and button. 

I will add a personal message and this project will be complete.

TFL!