Evergreen Wreath
by Kittie Caracciolo
Use dies or punches to create a miniature paper wreath.
Supplies
- Cardstock
- Punched or die cut branches (Martha Stewart Branch Punch used here)
- Circle dies (Spellbinders Nestabilities Classic Circles used here)
- Glue (Glossy Accents used here)
- Paper piercer
- Other supplies as needed to complete the project (used here: Impression Obsession Town Builder Die Set, Fiskars Crimper, My Mind’s Eye Cozy Christmas Paper Pad, cardstock, Martha Stewart Crystal Fine Glitter, Cosmic Shimmer Flake and Glitter Glue, ATG Adhesive)
Step-by-Step
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Step 1
Cut a 2" wreath frame base using two circle dies.
Punch or die cut multiple (approximately 50) evergreen branches. -
Step 2
Begin by attaching the first branch to the wreath base pointing out to the left.
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Step 3
Attach the second branch to the base pointing inward to the right.
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Step 4
Attach the third branch to the base pointing straight up.
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Step 5
Continue the left, right, center pattern all the way around the wreath base. Place branch sections very close together to create a full wreath.
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Step 6
When close to covering the wreath base with branches lift up the top of the first branches you applied to make room to complete filling in the wreath.
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Step 7
Lift the branches of the wreath with the paper piercer to create fullness in wreath.
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The wreath is now ready to decorate with small die cuts, flowers, ribbon, etc.
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Step 8
Use the completed wreath to decorate a card or other project.
Video!
Your Turn
You've seen the tutorial, now you try it! We've got a section of the gallery set aside for Evergreen Wreath. Try this technique, then upload your artwork to the gallery. Show us your creations!
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