Tuesday, December 8, 2009

On the SECOND Day of Christmas....


...I made some Paper Roses!



To make these roses you will need punched or die-cut flowers in graduated sizes (different sizes but don't have to be the same). You can even cut out your own.



You will also need a container of water, some foil and spray starch. Soak your punches/die-cuts in the water for about 15 to 30 minutes.



The optional largest petal should have long, narrow petals. Cut petals longer if necessary. Roll long petals around your awl or a bamboo skewer. Roll on the diagonal to form a twist. Dry with an embossing tool or hair dryer. (Or air dry!)



Cut petals to be about 3/4" long on the next larger petal, if necessary.



Pinch petals in half. Scrunch flower as shown. Make a ball out of foil drape and shape the flower around the foil form. Dry with your embossing tool.



Roll end of of petals around your awl or bamboo skewers using the other larger flower. Drape over foil form and dry with your embossing tool.





Repeat the last step for the medium size flower.



Pinch the two smallest flower around your awl or bamboo skewer and dry with your embossing tool.




Layer all the dried petals in descending order. glue together with glue dots or your favorite adhesive. Mist with Glimmer Mist if you want a sparkle!



Have fun making an entire garden!

ENJOY!!

Laura
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56 comments:

  1. MarlaDecember 8, 2009 at 2:30 PM

    Very cool paper flowers. Thanks for the instructions. I am now a blog follower.

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  2. tinacDecember 8, 2009 at 2:42 PM

    These are beautiful flowers. I love making my own ebellies. Thanks for sharing this creative homemade flower. I hope you get lots of shimmery bling aka glimmer mist for Christmas. Ohhh I became a follower to your blog but would love to see you add a subcribe with email updates. That way every time you update blog I would get an email telling me.

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  3. MarciaDecember 8, 2009 at 2:51 PM

    Beautiful flowers.
    Thank you Laura.

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  4. DonnaDecember 8, 2009 at 2:57 PM

    Love love love theses flowers. I have been experimenting with my flowers recently. I think I now have every flower sizzix makes. Theses are perfect. And... I just received another order of Shimmers. Thanks for mentioning that we should follow on your blog and not just you tube.

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  5. AnonymousDecember 8, 2009 at 2:57 PM

    I love this idea, thank you so so much for sharing Laura!

    Louise x

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  6. ScrappinologyDecember 8, 2009 at 3:15 PM

    Very beautiful roses. Thanks for sharing them with us!

    You sure have come a long way from not being a blingy girl to loving bling!(so much so that you want it for Christmas!) bwahahahaha!

    btw I am already a subscriber (did not say that in my last post)

    *gina*

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  7. EvelynDecember 8, 2009 at 3:17 PM

    Love the paper flowers and instructions. I am subscribed to your blog.

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  8. ReganDecember 8, 2009 at 3:31 PM

    These are Gorgeous!! Thanks for sharing!

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  9. JANDecember 8, 2009 at 3:32 PM

    thank you for sharing your secrets Laura. these flowers are fabulous and the tutorial is a must try

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  10. TfridayDecember 8, 2009 at 3:46 PM

    Laura, these flowers are simply gorgeous. Like I said on your Youtube video, I'm going to have to try this flower out. I'm a follower on your blog as well as your Youtube channel. TFS !! Friday

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  11. tracyDecember 8, 2009 at 4:09 PM

    Wow what super cute flowers. I am in ove with em. You are so creative. I follow your blog and love your videos so please keep creating and thanks for sharing.

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  12. scrapsofmineDecember 8, 2009 at 4:10 PM

    Hi Laura,
    I too love making my own paper flowers! I make mine very similar to yours. Thanks for sharing your technique and thanks for the chance to win a little something made by you! I am already a subscriber on your youtube channel, since the beginning, and now I'm gong to be following you on your blog. Check out my blog if you get a chance or my youtube. www.scrapsofmine.blogspot.com -youtube name scrapsofmine. -Thanks Laura for sharing your beautiful roses! -Leslie

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  13. Treasa C.December 8, 2009 at 4:11 PM

    Absolutely amazing!!! Love these vintage looking flowers. TFS!!!

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  14. bluucacaDecember 8, 2009 at 4:35 PM

    i love the flowers thanks for sharing the tecnique with us. They are amazing now i have to have this.

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  15. Sandra PerdomoDecember 8, 2009 at 4:39 PM

    You are truly one very creative woman love how the box is looking , thanks for sharing your wonderful creations

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  16. AmyDecember 8, 2009 at 4:42 PM

    I heart your flowers!
    Thanks for taking the time to share.
    I can't wait to try this. :0)
    Amy

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  17. Tonia_and_boys_Inc.December 8, 2009 at 4:49 PM

    what a great tutorial! i would have never thought of using spray starch! thanks so much for sharing. love your videos, and of course, i am a follower!

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  18. JoyDecember 8, 2009 at 4:50 PM

    Wow! Laura those are gorgeous flowers!!! Can't wait to try it myself! Thank you for sharing your awesome technique :)

    Have a great scrappy day!
    Joy

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  19. ErinDecember 8, 2009 at 4:51 PM

    Love the flowers...and the tutorial. I follow you in my Google reader! Thanks for sharing.

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  20. UnknownDecember 8, 2009 at 4:55 PM

    These are beautiful flowers tfs.
    Hugs,
    Ivett

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  21. JudeDecember 8, 2009 at 5:26 PM

    Thank U Luara for sharing Ur beautiful Flowers, so cool and would like so nice on a vintage christmas mini album, thanks heeps
    Arohanui Xxxx

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  22. Dawn EdwardsDecember 8, 2009 at 5:35 PM

    I've seen many takes on this method and yours is one of my Favorites! Thanks for sharing. I love the mixture of patterned paper you used. I never tried soaking the papers to make pliable so It will be fun to play with.

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  23. Project CreateDecember 8, 2009 at 5:54 PM

    I am a follower...love you days to Christmas tutorials...this one is fabulous...Love It!

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  24. JDecember 8, 2009 at 6:05 PM

    These are amazing, thank you so much!

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  25. BarbaraDecember 8, 2009 at 6:26 PM

    WOW so amazing! I love them You do have great talent love the videos TFS

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  26. VelmaDecember 8, 2009 at 6:32 PM

    I have you in my favorites, but I am a subscriber now! Love the paper roses, more beautiful than the prima. (sorry Prima!) but you're right, we can turn them into our own colors and patterned paper! Awesome idea, thanks for always sharing. Hugs, Velma

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  27. Paik117December 8, 2009 at 6:33 PM

    Love all your ideas. You have truly changed the way I scrapbook. I am now a follower of your blog. Thank you again!

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  28. AnonymousDecember 8, 2009 at 6:54 PM

    Laura, these flowers are sooo beautiful! Everything you touch ends up beautiful! I wish I had a third of your talent!
    Cheryl

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  29. Cherry47December 8, 2009 at 7:14 PM

    I love, love these paper flowers. Thanks so much for sharing your expertise.
    Sharon C.

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  30. CraftySilDecember 8, 2009 at 7:33 PM

    These are simply beautiful!!! I've subscribed to your blog!! Love it!

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  31. EdeeDecember 8, 2009 at 8:11 PM

    Love your projects. I just subscribed so that I can follow along.

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  32. Anne StacyDecember 8, 2009 at 9:39 PM

    LOVE these flowers! Thank you for your tutorials. I always enjoy them so much. I have been watching on youtube, but just became a follower.

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  33. UnknownDecember 8, 2009 at 11:53 PM

    Thanks a lot for sharing this, I have always wanted to make paper roses but I just couldn't find an easy way, yours are lovely and very easy to make! Love all your mini books too. Thanks again!

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  34. PattieDecember 9, 2009 at 12:34 AM

    Wonderful, beautiful flowers. I became a follower to your blog but would love to see you add a subcribe with email updates. That way every time you update blog I would get an email telling me.

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  35. cathyDecember 9, 2009 at 3:46 AM

    These flowers are beautiful! And thanks for the great instructions for them! Love your work.

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  36. Southern Chic VintageDecember 9, 2009 at 4:42 AM

    Thank you so much for an affordable alternative to the prima blooms. Yours look better and you can make any color you want. You are brilliant. I just found you this morning. I saw your Websters Pages Album, I was heartbroken that it was already sold. I loved all that you put in that kit. You are very talented.

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  37. NancyDecember 9, 2009 at 5:46 AM

    These are absolutely gorgeous! Thanks so much for sharing all your secrets with us!...Nancy

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  38. Mary EllenDecember 9, 2009 at 7:51 AM

    These are beautiful!! I made one last night, and I love it. Thanks for the tutorial. you are so talented!

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  39. YoliDecember 9, 2009 at 7:54 AM

    I just 'discovered' your blog today. We are practically neighbors . . . I live just north of you. Luv the paper flower. I think it may be a pertier version of the TH metal flowers he is being using on his tag this year. TFS!

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  40. FeliciaDecember 9, 2009 at 9:07 AM

    Can't wait to try these, they are gorgeous! thanks for sharing your secrets!! x

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  41. AnonymousDecember 9, 2009 at 10:21 AM

    Wow it's gorgeous! A great idea that i will probably try.
    Thank you for sharing.
    Hugs xx
    Pat

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  42. Joyce ( Gingerbread Girl)December 9, 2009 at 11:04 AM

    Ah step aside Marie...

    Laura you don't havta sing...you got the best-est paper roses ever! And these are without thorns too! :)

    You definitely got flower power girl!
    Luv ya- Joyce

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  43. DeralynnDecember 9, 2009 at 11:23 AM

    I love your flowers. Too bad I don't have any flower punches because I would love to make these. I know you said that you could cut out some flowers with scissors, but yikes! that's a lot of cutting. I will see what I can do after I finish making all my Christmas cards. I only have four more to make. Yay! I'm a follower now. I've been watching your videos a youtube for a while now. You have some great ideas.

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  44. Tracy MacDonaldDecember 9, 2009 at 11:36 AM

    Hi Laura,
    I'm subscribed to your blog. You have given me so much inspiration since I found your youtube videos. i'm in the process of making a gatefold mini for a friend for Christmas. It's so much fun. Thanks for sharing all your tips and techniques. The flowers are gorgeous. I love making my own embellies.
    Blessings, Tracy

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  45. PattDecember 9, 2009 at 12:23 PM

    Hi Laura,
    I'm a subscriber to your blog and to you channel. Love your work, I hope one day I can do beautiful things like you do. Hugs. Patt

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  46. mary29December 9, 2009 at 1:40 PM

    Hi Laura thanks for sharing your ideas and techniques.I am now a follower of your blog and can't wait to see the next installment. It is making Christmas seem to come faster but I can't wait for each new posting. Cheers Mary

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  47. hmscrapDecember 9, 2009 at 5:24 PM

    What great flowers. Thank you for both posting the instructions and making a matching video. It makes it so easy to follow the steps.
    Heather

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  48. GinaDecember 10, 2009 at 5:48 AM

    Just love them, thanks for sharing it with us.

    Love your work.

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  49. Ya Buggin' MeDecember 10, 2009 at 3:25 PM

    I tried some of these flowers and I LOVE them. Mine aren't as pretty as yours are but I still love them.
    Thank you!
    Malisa

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  50. LindseyDecember 12, 2009 at 5:00 AM

    I love all the flower techniques out there but these are by far my favourite - I have to go and try this right now!! Thanks for all your inspiration, I love all your projects and your enthusiasm.
    Seasons greetings
    Lindsey x

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  51. IntruderladyDecember 14, 2009 at 2:38 AM

    those flower look great.

    thanks for sharing!!

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  52. AlitaDecember 17, 2009 at 11:16 PM

    These are truly a different way of making flowers Laura!
    Thank you for sharing this technique. I learn so much from you and I do appreciate that.

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  53. AmyDecember 18, 2009 at 6:50 AM

    These seem like alot of work but worth it! They came out so awesome! You are amazing! TFS

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  54. CrystalBeeDecember 19, 2009 at 11:48 PM

    Beautiful flower, Laura. I'll definitly have to try this technique. Thanks!

    p.s. I am a follower. :D

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    Great post! Do you know how to add your Etsy shop on the side of your blog? It is easy and a great way for promoting sales! My blog generates most of my traffic on Etsy!

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  56. Heather HugginsMarch 21, 2010 at 12:12 PM

    Great tutorial!! Loved the video also. You've probably been asked this a million times. How did you get the Sizzix die to not cut out the center circles?? Mine has the centers punched out. Maybe I have a different die. Do you know the number on the die you used? Thank you!!
    Heather

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