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| Paper Decoration |
Hi friends sharing 2 matching decorative project ideas which are perfect to showcase the favourite papers in your stash as well as use up paper scraps.
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| Pen-stand |
I used my hoarded Graphic 45 papers to make this Origami Pen-stand and adorned it with butterflies,rhinestones and handmade foam roses.
I have a few favourite Craft Challenges that spur my creativity and my friend
Brenda at
All Sorts Challenge has chosen the theme "Matching Pairs" this week. I love making matching crafty projects so.....
With the paper scraps I had left I made a matching 3 D Paper Ball decoration.
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| 3 D Paper Ball |
This is a perfect project to use up small paper scraps. I die cut 20 circles to make this paper ball. There are many tutorials on the net on how to make this paper ball. I am just sharing some additional tips that you may find useful.
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| 3 D Paper Ball |
Folding the circles into triangles is relatively easy but sticking the circles is rather fiddly and time consuming!
Use different sizes binder clips to make your job quicker and easier while making 3 D paper-crafts !
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| 3 D Paper Ball |
The ball has a 5 circle top , a 5 circle base and a 10 circle waist!
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| 3 D Paper Ball |
Tip : To get a fairly strong paper ball to which you can add a heavy dangler , add a strong thread/twine to the ball before gluing shut the parts as shown .
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| 3 D Paper Ball |
If your twine is thick like the one I used...stick it to the paper using a god adhesive like tacky glue or a quicker option like hot glue. Add a bead to the top and base to add interest as well as hide the teeny gap you may get.
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| Paper Ball |
Add beads ,tiny flowers or butterflies like I did here to the joints as how much ver care you take in gluing.....some joints tend to have gaps! And if are someone like me who gets bothered by such things...this is the perfect crafty solution to that!
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| 3 D Paper Ball |
A fun addition to this paper decoration is adding paper discs. Make the paper discs strong by adding foam supports to fit around the twine
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| 3 D Paper Ball |
Once you glue the foam and twine add another paper circle atop the twine and foam . This way your paper disc is well supported and doesn't wrap yet remains lightweight.
Another scrap busting idea is to make paper beads .I made matching beads using a paper bead maker which is actually a toy I had got for my daughter years back but is a cool crafty tool to use for your crafty projects.
Hehe ever since I became more disciplined and discerning at craft shopping I have been discovering new craft tools and supplies right at home!!!
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| 3 D Paper Ball |
I added butterflies I die cut from paper scraps to the paper beads and finished it off with tassels.
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| Paper Decoration |
Here is how it looks.
Supplies used: Dies : Flower made with Little Birdie Florentia,Leaves -DMC Foliage and Leaves 9,Cheery Lynn Rose Leaf Strip; Butterflies- Little Birdie Butterfly Medley ,Sizzix- Hero Arts Stamp- Die Set - 657776; Circles -Crea Nest Lies XXL No 84, Sizzix 3D Circle OrnamentPapers : Graphic 45 World's Fair
Linking to
All Sorts Challenge-Matching Pairs
Yet again you have wowed me Sonia, I am running our of superlatives when I see the intricate work, G 45 DP is a real favourite of mine, I buy but rarely use but the impulse to purchase is evident.
ReplyDeleteMany thanks for joining in this weeks challenge at Allsorts.
B x
Oh you are so sweet Brenda...Thank you so much
DeleteAnother stunning project Sonia, A perfect paper choice with G45.
ReplyDeleteSue xx
Thank you so much Sue...yes These double sided G45 were perfect for these
DeleteTwo fabulous projects, Sonia. Just stunning! xx
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Liz
DeleteBoth are gorgeous projects, hugs, Lori m
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Lori
DeleteSuch FABULOUS work, Sonia, I love how these turned out, just amazing and what a beautiful paper pack!!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for sharing with us at Allsorts challenge and for following our optional "Matching Pairs" theme too!
Ellie
Ellibelle's Corner
Thank you so much Ellie....I am trying to use up hoarded paper and trying to make projects that suit the paper...if you know what I mean!!
DeleteI 2nd everything everyone has already said, Sonia! Your creations are always a delight and simply beautiful, whimsical & magical.
ReplyDeleteOoh Thank you so much Becca
DeleteGorgeous Sonia so many lovely details and colours, beautifully design..
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for joining in with our challenge at Little Red Wagon, hope you will play again..
Luv CHRISSYxx
Thank you so much Chrissy...its easy to match colours while using Graphic 45
DeleteTwo fabulous and stunning projects!! Love so much the paper ball, thanks for all the tips!
ReplyDeleteThat bead making machine toy is really useful, I have never seen it!
Hehe I think the bead maker will fall into the antique category...it is really old!!
DeleteI am totally with Brenda here. Lost for words to describe these 2 magnificant projects. Thankyou so much for coming and playing in the butterfly garden with me. Hugs Mrs A.
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DeleteI love G45 and it is perfect for keepsake projects so you can look at it and admire it! These are beautifully made. Thanks so much for taking part at Allsorts challenge.
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful and gorgeous! I love all the butterflies! I also love how you photographed this beauty with the ceramic animals, nice touch! Thank you for your comment on my blog!
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