When I was little I was self conscious of my oversized thumbs. I used to hide them underneath my other fingers. My dad, who is Scottish, used to say "Rannie, your thumbs are special and they are why you love to draw"... and so, years later when I began painting miniature illustrations and turning them into greeting cards, I gave them the name Thumb & Thistle. I've made over eighty designs over the years. Here they are, in no particular order, with the story behind each one.

Sunday, 17 June 2012

THISTLE TAPESTRY ~ Och Aye

If you are Scottish, a thistle will do. Of course I wanted my collection to include a "signature" card, and this is it. This plump and tufty tartan thistle I conjured up is woven into a tapestry of violet, green and blue, upon a natural ivory background. Little flecks in the grain signify the recycled paper. For those who have an attachment to the national flower of Scotland, this image is a friendly "Och Aye" and is reason enough to enjoy it. It also serves as a get well card, as the thistle represents fortitude and defense, as well as a cure for tae much ale. 


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