Friday, September 6, 2024

Wonder and Whimsy September Challenge: Gossamer Wings

Hello, everyone! 

It's time to announce what I'm tackling for my monthly challenge! Hurray!

Some background: I had a plan. I knew exactly what I wanted to do.

...And then I looked at my calendar, and realized that I was not going to have a lot of time to dedicate to it. That, and it's connected to a gift that I'm making some very dear friends, and I don't want to spoil it.

So! That will be my challenge for next month. (Building some anticipation, aren't I? Hah!)

Instead, I'm going to do something I'm equally excited about... and that is:

Butterflies

Not my photo!
Credit: Dan Freeman, found on Unsplash

Not my photo!
Credit: Meritt Thomas, found on Unsplash

I have been seeing butterflies everywhere--including my front yard. Last week, as I was looking out my front window, I saw a monarch butterfly flitting around. It stayed in my yard for a good 15+ minutes, and I got to watch it the entire time. :)

I've always liked butterflies, so I thought it would be fun to make some butterfly-inspired jewelry. No limits on this challenge--can be any color, any form, as long as it's constant with the theme. 

I have a few plans, so we'll see what I have time/energy to do. (Health stuff is still being uncomfortable and draining; I find out at the end of the month if I need surgery or not.) Regardless, I'm excited to start creating.

Be sure to come back on Friday, September 27th to see what I've made!

Until then, have a wonderful September, everyone!