I am pretty crafty, not in the sneaky way, in the I like getting my hands dirty and making stuff.
I am determined this year to get more creative and spend more time nurturing my creative side, not just at work and through writing, but doing crafty things as well.
Here is a little step by step on how I created this gorgeous floral C.
Step Seven: Filling in Gaps
I left a few gaps between the flowers to allow for extra greenery to be added, I felt like the green aspect added a bit of "real life" to the letter. Once you're happy with the density of the flowers and greenery let dry for an hour or two.
AND VIOLA...
Tag me in your floral creations on Instagram #WhatCaraSaid @WhatCaraSaid.
I also make these as presents, so if you want one created, just comment below!
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I am determined this year to get more creative and spend more time nurturing my creative side, not just at work and through writing, but doing crafty things as well.
Here is a little step by step on how I created this gorgeous floral C.
Step one: The Essentials
You'll need
- Glue Gun
- Paint colour of choice (white base coat optional)
- Letter
- Flowers of choice
Step Two: Trimming The Flowers
For this step i separated out the "greenery" from the flowers, which makes placing them a whole lot easier later.
Step Three: Base Coat
This step is optional, if you're going for a bright or a metallic shade I would recommend a base coat of white to make your chosen colour pop a little more.
Step Four: Painting Your Chosen Colour
I've gone for a millennial rose gold and letting the white show through for a more "worn" look. once painted let dry. Painting the back of the letter is totally optional.
Top Tip whilst the paint is drying is a perfect tip to organise the flowers, trim to size and make a tea.
Step Five: Get Out the Glue Gun
If you're gluing the flower or leaf to the side of the letter, then apply a small layer of glue along the stem and stick to the sidewall of the letter. for a flower that is going in the middle, then apply a blob of glue at the bottom of the stem and apply to the base of the letter.
Step Six: Taking Shape
I started at each end of the C and worked my way to the middle, this allows to keep a sort of pattern and to keep the Greenery / Floral ration even.
I left a few gaps between the flowers to allow for extra greenery to be added, I felt like the green aspect added a bit of "real life" to the letter. Once you're happy with the density of the flowers and greenery let dry for an hour or two.
AND VIOLA...
Tag me in your floral creations on Instagram #WhatCaraSaid @WhatCaraSaid.
I also make these as presents, so if you want one created, just comment below!
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