Paper Calla Lily Tutorial

Before Christmas I promised you a tutorial for using the Vintage Ornament die to make a Calla Lily. This is the die I'm using, from Impression Obsession.

Vintage Ornament Die Set

It's always fun to find new uses for things! Hope this helps you see your dies in a new way too... even unseasonal ways!  Here's a card I made using my die-cut lilies. The Easter stamp is from I.O's latest release.

**I'm starting with some written instructions, but in case they're too vague, there is a video at the end of the post that will hopefully clear up any confusion.

To begin, use a paintbrush handle or other tapered tool to curl the curved edges of the diecut in on both sides.

Turn the diecut over so the edges you just curved over are to the back, and fold both sides in to the middle.

Pinch and twist the bottom of the diecut to secure the curves. You can use stickpins or plastic flower centers for a more realistic touch, and hold them together with a spot of glue. (what are these called? I got them here... they're like little plastic stamens...?) You could also use floral tape and wire to add stems.

Here's a video for a visual of the steps - it will hopefully make more sense to see it, if my words above don't quite make sense.

Send me a link if you make some of these up - I'd love to see!