Billowy flowering trees create a colorful backdrop for a fresh Magnolia Blossom from our latest collection. Hi, Jean here with a spring slimline – and some very poufy trees.
Cut Birch Tree Trunks from light kraft cardstock – we’re using just 3 of them today. Cut the Gentle Rose Watercolor Floral background from a tiny floral print from the new Magnolia Grove 6×6 set. Cut three more floral backgrounds from dark green cardstock. Layer them – slightly offset – for treetops. Trim one of them where it’ll be attached along the fold. Attach them to a pale lavender-pink slimline card (3-⅝”x 8-½”).
The Magnolia Grove set has several other floral and leafy prints that would be great for this technique.
Tip – it’s easier to color Magnolia Blossom’s layers if they are pressure-embossed first, then colored, then finally cut out. You won’t have to chase the little pieces around to color (and/or misplace!) them – and you can apply the colors exactly where you want them.
Pressure-emboss Magnolia Blossom on smooth white cardstock using a rubber embossing mat and the plate(s) required for your machine. Color the embossed designs with Pearlescent Orchid and Pearlescent Rust Brilliance inks using a sponge, dauber or blending brush. Dry the inks, then diecut the pieces. Assemble the blossom.
Cut the extra leaf/stem pieces – from the Vibrant Leaf Corner set – from green cardstock. Attach the blossom and leaves to the card – use foam dots behind some of the petals.
Add pale lavender Winter Fantasy Fairy Gemstones. Cut a slimline-sized rectangle of cardstock to protect the card front for mailing.
Think beyond-the-box, upcycle and repurpose your tools and supplies to get the most from your investment of these fun toys.
Thanks for visiting – see you in May!
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