As I prepare for the 20th anniversary of Social Butterfly Designs this November (yes, it will actually be 20 years!!), I have been reflecting on some of the designs which have been most popular over the years and one theme comes to mind, my “Peace, Love & “_____” series of cards which have been turned into everything from birthday cards, thank you notes and holiday cards to college and sports team cards.
The idea for this design, first introduced in 2005, was inspired by the pop-culture saying ”Peace, Love and Bobby Sherman” associated with late 60s and early 70s teen heartthrob Bobby Sherman (and yes, I did have a major crush — it was the shaggy hair, big smile and starring role on Here Comes the Brides). If you are old enough to remember the saying or old enough not to, as is the case with my husband Paul, it was a trendy expression during Bobby’s heyday. My research has uncovered it was written on the back of postcards sent out to all the girls who wrote to his fan club. I don’t recall joining but do remember listening to his 45s on my bedroom record player such as “Julie Do Ya Love Me”…be still my heart…and probably really wanted the lunch box too! Needless to say, this catchy phrase stuck with me over the years….and whether you remember it or not, it seems to work for many tag lines!
My Peace/Love cards, designed with a peace sign made of flowers, hearts and butterflies, have been consistent favorites in my line up for nearly two decades. Due to their popularity, I decided to give them a fresh, modern look and offer them as a “theme pack,” which are mixed sets of four designs, two of each, for a total of eight cards. This “Peace Love” Pack includes 2 birthday, 2 thank you, 2 woo hoo and 2 stay safe cards (in keeping with protocols surrounding COVID-19).
I hope you like this set as much as I do. It’s colorful, playful and fun and each card is intended to inspire a positive vibe. I can create custom Peace, Love slogans upon request…just send your suggestion to jill@socialbutterflydesigns.com.
And back to Bobby Sherman, he is now a deputy sheriff in San Bernardino county and also worked as a paramedic and CPR trainer…he turned 77 last week!