Instead of the usual rolled and flared roses, I've used 'art deco' style ones which I think are quite striking. These are made by gluing two contrasting strips together at one end and folding rather than rolling them into a coil. When you release the coil, you get this interesting shape which shows both colours really well.
I decided to work hearts into the design, too, and the green leaves on the Golden Wedding card were made with crimped strips.
Now let's see if they sell ...?!!
I love these. You are so creative with your cards
ReplyDeleteThanks, Ann - I just can't stop making them!!
ReplyDeleteNeat idea , this way the roses will keep their shape in the mail. I might try on one of my cards. Thanks for the directions.
ReplyDeleteYou're right, Suganthi, this type of rose is much more suitable when a card is going in the mail - they can't get squashed! Here in England we have to pay extra for mail that is over a certain width as well, so sending cards with conventional roses in a mailing box costs more.
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