Project of the Month - Flower For You

June, 08

This is an easy project that even the kids can do. These would make cute table decorations also or use them as hostess gifts or door prizes.

You are going to first select the designer paper you want to use. Cut it to 3 x 6 inches. Fold like an accordion. Score it at every 1/2 inch. Fold lightly in the center across the folds. Take the short end and glue or staple together. Repeat with the opposite end. Attach with a glue dot to the skewer.

Cut a circle the size of the top of the flower pot. Punch 2 pieces with the scallop punch. Put one on top of the circle with a hole cut in the center. Place a piece of florist's foam in the pot. Layer the large circle and scallop circle on top. Stick the skewer into the pot.

Cut a flower using the 5 Petal Flower Punch in a solid color. Cut a 1/2 inch circle using the 1/2 Circle Punch. Cut a hole in the center of each and attach together using the Build a Brad. Use a dab of glue and attach it to the top of the Build a Brad. Attach the clear top piece that comes with the build a brad. Use a glue dot to attach it to the flower.

Cut a 3 1/2 inch piece of Celery Ribbon. Tie it to the skewer for the leaves. Voila, you are done!

Project: Flower For You
Paper: Flowers for You DP, Pink CS
Ink: None
Stamp Set: None
Accessories: Scallop Punch, 1/2 inch Circle Punch, Build a Brad for center of flower, skewer, ribbon