Unveiling the Beauty of Tangerine Tango

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Materials Needed
3. Preparing the Card Base
4. Stamping the Daisy Outline
5. Adding Details to the Envelope
6. Stamping the Inside of the Card
7. Creating the Layered Daisy
8. Curling the Daisy Petals
9. Assembling the Daisy Center
10. Adding Finishing Touches
11. Putting the Card Together
12. Optional Embellishments and Sentiments
13. Conclusion

Crafting a Beautiful Daisy Card

In this tutorial, we will be creating a beautiful card featuring a daisy design. The techniques used in this tutorial are beginner-friendly and can be easily replicated. So Gather your materials and let's get started!

Materials Needed

Before we begin, let's gather all the materials we'll need for this project. Here's a list:

• Large Daisy stamp
• Small Daisy stamp
• Daisy Delight stamp set
• Tangerine Tango ink
• Daisy Punch
• Whisper White cardstock
• Tangerine Tango cardstock
• Envelope
• 1-inch circle punch
• 3/4-inch circle punch
• 1/2-inch circle punch
• Glue dots
• Bone folder
• Scissors
• Small faceted Gems
• Dimensionals
• Optional: Embossing folders for added texture

Preparing the Card Base

First, let's prepare the card base. Take the 5.5 by 8.5 inch piece of cardstock and score it at 4.25 inches. Use a bone folder to fold the card along the score line, creating a crisp fold. This will be the base for your card.

Stamping the Daisy Outline

Now it's time to start stamping the daisy outline. Take the strip of whisper white cardstock measuring 1.25 by 3.75 inches. Using the tangerine tango ink and the outline stamp, do a first-generation stamping down the strip. Vary the direction that the daisy faces for added interest. You can also stamp the envelope with the outline stamp, making sure to rotate the direction of the daisy.

Adding Details to the Envelope

Continue stamping the daisy outline on the inside piece of the card. Use a Second-generation stamping technique and change the direction of the daisy to Create a Cohesive design. Next, use the outline stamp to go back over all of your stamping and fill in the stamps. This will give the design a finished look.

Stamping the Inside of the Card

Now, using the outlined stamp, fill in the remaining spaces on your stamped strip. This will complete the outline design. Once you have finished stamping, grab your tangerine tango scrap and the large daisy stamp. Stamp the daisy three times for a triple-layered effect.

Creating the Layered Daisy

With the daisies stamped, it's time to punch them out using the Daisy Punch. Make sure to line up the petals in a plus sign pattern to ensure proper alignment. Once you have punched out all three daisies, use a bone folder to gently curl the leaves. Be careful not to rip the petals off the circle while curling.

Assembling the Daisy Center

To create the daisy center, use the 1-inch, 3/4-inch, and 1/2-inch circle punches to punch out one of each circle from whisper white cardstock. With scissors, make slits all around the edge of each circle. Start with the half-inch circle and add a glue dot to the back. Attach it to the 3/4-inch circle, making sure it is centered. Repeat this step with the 1-inch circle. The stacked circles should Resemble the layers of a flower center.

Adding Finishing Touches

Take two glue dots and add them to the back of the daisy center. Attach the daisies to each other, leaving slight gaps between them. Fill in any remaining openings with the third daisy layer. For added Sparkle, place a small faceted gem in the center of the flower. Gently pull up on the petals to give the flower dimension and texture.

Putting the Card Together

Now that all the components are ready, it's time to put the card together. Take the strip of white cardstock and add adhesive to the back. Position it over the tangerine tango strip, aligning it perfectly. Adhere the layered daisy to the lower side of the strip using dimensionals. Finally, adhere the completed piece to the front of the card using dimensionals for added dimension and stability.

Optional Embellishments and Sentiments

If desired, you can add additional embellishments or sentiments to your card. Embossing folders can be used to create texture on the background. Sentiments like "thank you" or "kindness" can be stamped on the card front. Get creative and personalize the card to suit the occasion or recipient.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully created a beautiful daisy card using the techniques and steps outlined in this tutorial. Now you can share your creativity with others or enjoy the card yourself. Remember, this tutorial is just a starting point, and you can always experiment with different stamps, colors, and embellishments to create unique designs. Happy crafting!