Last month, I started working on a wreath made of pleated paper medallions (these seem to go by many names . . . I know they are also called lollipop flowers, rosettes, accordion fold flowers . . . the list goes on and on!) My wreath was inspired by the beautiful sample on page 6 of the Holiday Mini. I decided to create mine using only the Spice Cake Designer Series Paper, which I think may have made mine turn out a bit too "busy"-looking for my liking. Lesson learned -- when I make another one, I will be sure to add more solid color card stock medallions to the mix as well!
Here's the first layer of my wreath in progress:
For the back, I just cut out a piece of the heavy backing paper that comes in Stampin' Up!'s Designer Series Paper Packages. I didn't worry about making it perfectly circular, since I figured it would be hidden by the medallions.
And, here's my finished wreath:
I had fun using the Spice Cake Designer Buttons, Antique Brads, and Neutrals Designer Buttons to embellish the medallions. The ribbon is retired Chocolate Chip Satin Ribbon -- I wanted to use 1-1/4" Striped Grosgrain, as in the sample from the Holiday Mini, but discovered that I didn't have any colors that would work! There will definitely be some Soft Suede Striped Grosgrain on my next order!
What do you think? You should give these a try -- and if you are in the San Jose area, I'm having a class on these soon -- would love to have you come make one with me! (Be sure to check my upcoming classes page for more info!)
- Michelle
1 comment:
Outstanding, Michelle!!! You are so good at those rosettes and have a knack for your color choices. Beautiful medallion wreath!!! Marlene Caravello
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