Mother's Day Bouquet

This is probably my most favorite paper bouquet we have created. Sure the colors are breathtaking and they coordinate beautifully with our Spring Blossom Banner and it is perfect for Mother's Day, but it's the picture in the center that makes my heart smile! I filled each center with a member of our family, same picture on both sides so we can see them as we sit around the table. It is a bouquet of 15. Have more than 15? Buy two kits and add flowers as your family grows. This would make the perfect Mothers Day gift for your Mom, Grandma or loved one in your life. The bouquet will be enjoyed throughout the year...
You can find them in the store or online here:
Find Kits here
Find Premade here

paper blossoms with sunny side

You can find Sunny Side product here  and

Aug 20-27 it is 40% off while supplies last!

Paper Blossoms are our treat for the day... a whole Sunny Side bouquet that cheered me up (It's been that kind of a day). The blossoms are pretty easy to make and will be available as a pattern on Silhouette in the next week or two. For those of you that can't wait, it is a simple 3" scallop circle. Cut between every two scallops towards the center (but not all the way). Each blossom has two layers, plus a smaller dictionary print scallop circle, button and silver glitter. Stop by the shop, if you would like to see them in person. 

If you live locally and would like to choose your own paper, we can quickly cut the blossoms out for you while you wait. For our internet customers, please choose any paper on the website and we are happy to cut them out for you also. Please call Ashlee 801.226.2632 for details

Take care, 

Brenda

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Paper Blossom Bouquet Tutorial

Supplies Needed:
Printed cardstock-weight paper
Green wrapped wires
Hot glue gun
Scissors
Stapler
White vase

Step 1:
Cut out 2 of each size flower: 2½”, 3”, 3½”

Step 2:
Carefully pull the cardstock weight printed paper apart to create two thinner sheets. Start by pulling two petals apart toward the center and then peel the rest off in one slow movement. This technique helps create a more real looking blossom.

Step 3:
Fold the petals in half and staple together as shown. Fold one of the 2½” petals into fourths and staple as shown.

Step 4:
Crinkle the petals in your hand.

Step 5:
Carefully open up the petals.

[steps 1-5]

Step 6:
Set aside one 3½” petal for later. Adhere the remaining 3½” petals together using hot glue, ending with the smallest triangle petal on top. Press together firmly.

Step 7:
Bend the ½” end of your green wire into a ninety degree angle. Poke the remaining 3½” petal in the center from behind with the angled green wire.

Step 8:
Adhere the bent ½” portion of the green wire flat onto the back of the stack of petals using hot glue. Make sure the green wire stays perpendicular to the flower to act as a stem. Thread the remaining 3½” petal onto the back of the flower to secure and hide the green wire. Hold securely until hot glue is firm.

Step 9:
Your blossom will look flat and crushed, but no worries…

[steps 6-9]

Step 10:
Begin to pull the petals toward the center and your blossom will be perfect! Cut the wire to the appropriate length for your vase.

Optional:
You can skip the wire steps if you would like your blossom to be used without a wire. In this case, just glue the remaining petal onto the back like the others. You can also add Stickles or glitter to the edges and a rhinestone in the center if you wish for extra sparkle.

Mother's Day Gift Idea

When I was little all my gifts to family for any occasion were always handmade. Every once in a while my mom, grandma or aunt will pull out a handmade gift I gave them 15+ years ago. These are the kinds of gifts we all treasure. Ones from the heart that are given out of love. I know these Fingerprint Flowers will be kept for years to come as a constant reminder of the pure love of the little child's hand that made them.

Handmade Paper Flowers

Don't forget to drop by Pebbles in my Pocket this Friday & Saturday for our 25% sale on pattern paper and open stock buttons... Not only will you be able to learn how to make our sweet paper flowers but you'll have a wonderful time getting inspired with new paper craft projects found in the store. Bring your friends... I hope to see you there!
-Brenda