Coming up roses
A simple circle punch and some clever folding is all you need to make this beautiful greeting
Roses of any form look stunning on greeting cards, but there is something extra special about a coiled one. Luckily, it's a relatively easy technique to learn. So, what are you waiting for? Discover how to imitate the look of the nation's favourite floral motif by making this stunning card by Elizabeth Moad.
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Green card
Patterned Papers
Punch
Thick nibbed pen
Scissors
Glue
Coming up roses
1 Draw an L shape on the green patterned paper. The vertical line should measure 4cm x 10.5cm, while the horizontal part of the L should be 3cm x 11cm. Attach to a blank, 11.5cm x 14cm, of the same colour. Make four leaf shapes and adhere these to the card too. Glue the "For You... With Love" sentiment in place as shown.
2 Punch four circles from the same patterned paper you used for the background. Use a compass if you don't have a punch. Snip a spiral shape into each circle and use the slotted tool to coil it to the centre. Remove the tool and glue in place. Stick all four to the card.
Elizabeth Moad has shown that our patterned papers can be beautifully quilled too!
