Flower Greeting Card using Paper Punches
This is another project we did during the summer craft classes. As I mentioned earlier this year my focus was introducing new techniques and tools for paper crafting. This one focussed on using paper punches. Supplies needed for the project : - Card-stock in various colors - Flower Punches ( I prefer to keep same flower punch pattern in multiple sizes, helps getting realistic look for the flower) - Snowflake punch ( used it for the stamen) - Leaf punch - Mouse pad - Stylus/ ball pen - Glue First we punched out bigger flowers ( 3-4 per flower) from orange cardstock. For the center of the flower we punched two small yellow flowers and a small black snowflake for the stamen. Layer the flowers by turning each layer a little bit clock-wise ( or vice-versa) to obtain that fuller look. For shaping the flower keep the flower on a mousepad, and press in the center using a ball pen ( closed end) or a stylus. The flower will form a cup shape. Then fluff the petals with your fingers. For the leave...