3D Flowers and a Challenge

So, now that things have finally calmed down a little around here, I've been able to get back to my crafting, especially paper crafting, ways.

Today, I decided to start with Card Patterns Sketch 97.  Simple, yet so many great options. 



I looked through a few of the links posted and then inspiration hit.  I've been in Valentine's mode so I had to go with a Valentine's card.

Supplies (All are Stampin' Up):  Cardstock - Whisper White, DSP in Pretty in Pink and Real Red, Old Olive, Red Glitter;  Stamps - Filled with Love; Ink - Real Red; Tools - 1 3/4" Scallop Circle, Small Heart and Full Heart Punches; Embellishments - Pretty in Pink Brad, Old Olive 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon.

The center flower is four scallop circles, alternating red and pink.  Fold the circles in quarters to add dimension.  I punched 4 small hearts from glitter paper.  Punch a hold in the center and adhere with a brad.  The leaves are a Full Heart.  It's so cute and simple.  Definitely my style.  So what do you think? 

Here is my first time playing with the 3D flower.  A lot more simple, but fun.  Opens in the center. 

Supplies (All are Stampin' Up):  Cardstock - Whisper White, Real Red, Old Olive, DSP in Pretty in Pink and Real Red;  Stamps - Fabulous Phrases; Ink - Real Red; Tools - 1 3/4" Scallop Circle, Small Heart and Full Heart Punches; Embellishments - Pretty in Pink Brad.

Punch Play

I learned this technique at a Stamp Club this last fall.  You punch out 5-6 scalloped circles using either size of Stampin' Up punches.  You get the cardstock wet and then wad it up.  Let it dry for a few minutes and then flatten them out.  Stack them on top of each other, punch a hole in the middle and secure with a small brad.  Crinkle the sides up to get the look you want.  How fun is this?!  I love it.

Supplies:  Cardstock (Miscellaneous) Sky blue, Brown textured, Orange, Turquoise, Pink; Ink (Color Box) White, Purple; Stamps (Stampin' Up) Fabulous Phrases, (Studio G) Blessed; Tools (Stampin' Up) 1 3/4" Scalloped Circle Punch, 2-way glue; Embellishments (Michaels) Light Green Ribbon, (Joann Craft Essentials) Crystal Multi Glitter

I have lots of fun ideas to use with this one.  I'll post them when I get created!