Tuesday, July 19, 2016

Birthday Peonies

 
This bouquet took me longer than I anticipated.
Maybe it is because I am still learning.
At first I had the leaves single, but then realized they were to flimsy,
so I made them double. Then I wanted to add the buds....
 
 
In the end I was happy...
and my friend liked her gift.
Now for the next project, maybe some colourful Poppies.


Monday, July 4, 2016

Tulips for winter

 So many of my friends have birthdays in July, I think there is 12 of them!
So I started these tulips over the weekend and finished them today.
One down and about 6 to go...
 

My fingers are a bit dry and cracked, but I had lots of fun.

 
I always learn something new with every project.
and I can see my improvement. 

 
 
I found these small metal containers
at our local craft shop. 
They are perfect for the job.