Paper cut inspiration

I'm designing Christmas cards at the moment to go to the NewYork Surtex show. Here's a peek inside a beautiful book of vintage paper cuts which is really inspiring me.

Old paper cut

Had to post a photo of this beautiful paper cut out. It belongs to Rachel and it looks to be an illustration of some kind, maybe for a nursery rhyme or fairytale. Its probably Victorian, as cut out was a popular hobby for women back then.....still is now! I think Snippety gibbet will appreciate this one. Have a look at her blog, she has some lovely paper cuts.