Welcome to the Fairy Box
Welcome to the Fairy Box
A Modern Fairy Tale
Fairy Box is inspired
by the real-life story of how
the ancient world of fairy found
modern expression through a new
world called the “internet” and, in
so doing, helped to lift the spirits of
a seriously ill child - over and over again - giving her new strength to endure another day of hospital treatment and so making that day a day closer to going home.
For some, believing in fairies may seem far away from the reality of childhood cancer,
but for one seriously ill child, believing in fairies became a lifeline throughout long spells in hospital.
Eleven-year-old Aimee Butler endured countless rounds of painful and exhausting cancer treatments,
worrying infections and setbacks, as she lives with leukaemia.
Since coming into her life three years ago fairy artists and fairy enthusiasts who connected with her through
the internet have brought new friends and companionship from all corners of the world who steadfastly and
regularly support her.
Many fairy artists have been inspired by Aimee to create new works named after her or showing her fairy light.
An especially stunning tribute was recently gifted to Aimee by the very talented UK fantasy artist Josephine Wall.
This new work, entitled “Fairy Lights”, for Aimee symbolises all of the fairy love and support which has surrounded
her and continues to support her today. See Josephine's work: www.josephinewall.co.uk
From Aimee’s experience, the Fairy Box charity
seeks to open an enchanting doorway to bring more of this special magic to so many more ill children in hospital.