And that's what I did. The main character on my card project is a wreath made from 8 pieces of 2" squares, each painstakingly folded and assembled in a circle.
Since there's a quite a bit of action with the folding, I kept the rest of the card simple bit some unknown green patterned paper for the background and dotted the corners with Ivy Green LP. The wreath is framed with Spellbinders's Square Fleur de Lis diecut and dotted with some Gold LP on it. The greeting from CBS Sweet Little Sentiments, stamped on a piece of velum with Brilliance Graphite Black. I finished the card with a red bow.
Here's a close-up of the wreath. I cut up an 8" square patterned paper from Dovecrafts's Vintage Christmas into 2" squares and got 16 bits from the sheet. Then I inked the edges with TH Peeled Paint and folded each piece. Next, I assembled 8 pieces into a circle by tucking one edge into the other, holding down with a little dot of fast-drying glue. Finally, I glitzed up the edges with Stardust Stickles and finished with some Ruby Red LP. I made 2 wreaths from one 8" square patterned paper.
You can see that the wreath is quite dimensional but it obediently squishes down when stuffed into an envelope, which makes it perfect for mailing. Thank you Karen for this wonderful challenge. It really made me think and do a little research. It's always nice to learn a new skill, allowing me to add "can fold itty bitty bits of paper" on my CV!
I can't remember where I found this folding technique on the net. But as soon as I find it again I'll add the link so you can have a go at making these cute little wreaths.
EDIT:
* Found it!!! Check out this awesome tutorial to make this Paper Fold Christmas Wreath. *
In the meantime, here's a list of the rest of the Christmas Card Club girls. I have a feeling these ladies have something crafty up their sleeves. Why don't you swing by and see what they're up to.
Karen P ... Maureen ... Margaret ... Carol ... Lizzie ... Hazel ... Karen B ... Sue P ... Sylvie ...
Sue J ... Zoë ... Christine ... Mary ... Lorraine ... Rita ... Rachel ... Valery ... GranMargaret ... Kate
CHNC Extra November: AG Christmas
Christmas Card Challenges #51: Colour Combo / AG Christmas
My Perfect Life Festive 48 #45: AG Christmas
Festive Friday #44: Photo Inspiration
Crafty Calendar November: It's All About Christmas
Creative Corner: Let It Sparkle
Have a blessed Sunday, folks. Looks like we might have some sun today. But it's early days yet and anything could happen. Stay warm and dry!
Beijinhos!
Christmas Card Challenges #51: Colour Combo / AG Christmas
My Perfect Life Festive 48 #45: AG Christmas
Festive Friday #44: Photo Inspiration
Crafty Calendar November: It's All About Christmas
Creative Corner: Let It Sparkle
Have a blessed Sunday, folks. Looks like we might have some sun today. But it's early days yet and anything could happen. Stay warm and dry!
Beijinhos!
Well done Asha, your wreath looks fantastic! The papers you have used match well and look great. Hugs Christine xx
ReplyDeleteADORABLE folding and I can imagine how long time needed to make this lovely wreath I adore this too Asha and yes agree the behind must be not so complicated cause the vocal point is already so awesome..Love this my dear friend and thanks for visiting me its always a happiness to have you on my post..biig hugs...Monika
ReplyDeleteWhat a fantastic looking wreath! Great job folding all the pieces and putting it all together!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Wreath Asha. Have a Good Day. Hugs Rita xxx
ReplyDeleteLove your wreath Asha, you've made a wonderful job of it. Carol x
ReplyDeleteThis is lovely Asha - I really like how you have inked the edges of the wreath because you have made it stand out beautifully. Great Card.
ReplyDeleteHugs to you Sue Pxxx (plus mwah from B to Mr P)
This is a beautiful wreath card Asha. This times theme was a little challenging for some of us I think but it's good to try something new and everyone has created some beautiful projects.
ReplyDeleteLorraine
Wow Asha...that stunning.....xxx
ReplyDeleteVery beautiful wreath, Asha! Thanks for joining us at Christmas Card Challenges.
ReplyDeleteThis is lovely Asha, looks complicated, love your papers and design, hugs Kate x
ReplyDeleteReally, really cool! This is such a neat technique and you've utilized it wonderfully to create and awesome Christmas card.
ReplyDeleteWow this is stunning. I love all the folds. Do you have a tutorial it's really stunning. Hope all good with you. Zx
ReplyDeleteI've added a link to the tutorial, Zoë.
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COR!! That is really fabulous Asha! Love it! I have changed to a colour challenge for next year so my choice hopefully won't be such a pain in the proverbial to everyone. Will keep an eye out for that link as I love a bit of origami Karen x
ReplyDeleteWow! That is what I have to say...wow! So much detail and fiddly work. It is beautiful:) Knowing me, I would be trying to fold it and then I would crush it into a tiny ball and drop kick it across the room:) Snowy and cold here
ReplyDeleteVery beautiful and different wreath card Asha ...Loz
ReplyDeleteThis looks fantastic Asha.
ReplyDeleteHugs
Cathy
Xxx
Asha, This is an absolute lovey piece. Such pretty papers and I love the great wreath design.
ReplyDeleteI came by to say thank you for visiting my Doodle Pieces, leaving such a wonderful comment and for following my blog. It is such a pleasure to meet you. I really enjoyed my visit to your blog, and I love all your work. You have such an elegant creative style and I look forward to working along side you on the Eclectic Ellapu Team. I am also now following you on Google and Bloglovin' so I can come back and visit again.
:) Chris / CS Designs
Beautiful card, this had to take a lot of time and patience, wow!
ReplyDeleteNot seen that fold before. It looks lovely and perfect for Karen's challenge. Hugs Mrs A.
ReplyDeleteThat is Beautiful Asha!! I love the dp you used for the wreath and that fold makes an awesome wreath. It looks so complicated!
ReplyDeleteAsha! you are an itty bitty bits of paper artist!! wowie!
ReplyDeleteI must try this fold. It makes a wonderful wreath. The card is lovely.
ReplyDeleteHugs, Debi
Awesome design. I first heard of this the other day, so it was so good to see your use of teabag folding art. So beautiful!
ReplyDeleteWow that is so clever and must have taken ages and you added stitching, This should be in our gallery at Time out my friend!!
ReplyDeletePainstaking is right! I haven't tried this technique in ages - it's stunning & a definite show stopper!
ReplyDeletesuper cool - I came to comment on Polkadoodles and got side tracked!!! Glad that I did x
ReplyDeleteA beautiful wreath with your tea bag folds (I have never done this, and passed on the challenge! I'm a wimp). The folded wreath looks stunning in the pretty die cut out & really did take center stage...most magnificently. TFS (oh yes, thanks for the link. I'll try to check it out).
ReplyDeleteSuch a pretty card! I love the design!
ReplyDeleteLove the texture and dimension given by the intricate folding! So glad you joined us at Festive Friday!
ReplyDeleteWOW!! This looks amazing Asha!! I love your wreath with the folds and I'm sure it took a while to get it all together!! The whole design came out beautifully my friend! HUGS :)
ReplyDeleteTerrific tea folds, Asha! I love tea bag fold cards and this one is marvelous! Thanks for the link to the tutorial. Fabulous color combo.
ReplyDeleteYou brave girl! Love this technique Asha but I've never been brave enough to do it. You may have nudged me to. This is beautiful!!! Love how you used the inspiration photos and thanks for the link to the tutorial. :) Have a great day! xx
ReplyDeleteOH how neat!! What a pretty card and such a fun technique! Very intriguing!! So glad you joined us at Festive Friday! :)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card, fabulous folded wreath - gorgeous. Have a great rest of the week. TFS
ReplyDeleteOh well done, Asha, for responding so well to Karen's CCC challenge with this gorgeous card. Thanks for entering both of my CHNC challenges with your lovely crafting - hope to see you again soon. Sorry I'm so late commenting - busy time this week and also broadband went done for a day. x
ReplyDeleteThank you for the link back to the tutorial. Since the wreath is two sided it can be hung up on the tree for a simple ornament.
ReplyDeleteThat is one stunning and absolutely adorable card! I love the design and colors. Simply amazing and a perfect Christmas greetings this coming holiday.
ReplyDeleteThis is incredible :) love how intricate the wreath looks, u have so much of patience and I guess it always pays off :) So very pretty
ReplyDeleteAwesome Origami Wreath! Thanks for joining us this wee at Christmas Card Challenges this week.
ReplyDeleteWhat fabulous folding - this will stand out! Thanks a lot for joining in with my Festive 48.
ReplyDeleteHi Asha
ReplyDeleteFabulous card... Love the wreath... Great take on the Challenge
Hugs Sylvie xx