Hydrangea Tutorial

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Hydrangea Tutorial
This is tutorial showing how to make a puffy hydrangea.

KC Garden Phrase Set 3 front 

Supply list

Hydrangea Supply List 

Punched Circles, Hydrangea Punch, Stylus, Mouse Pad, Paper Piercer, Embossing Folder, Liquid Adhesive, Mounting Tape.

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Step 1.  Punch or die cut circles in graduated sizes.  My largest is 1 3/4" and the smallest (not shown) is about 1/2".

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Step 2.  Apply mounting tape to the back of the circles and layer.

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Step 3.  Punch out a large bunch of flowers.  When you think you have enough go ahead and punch out several more because you will need more than you think. :>)

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Step 4.  Place flowers on mouse pad or piercing mat and push down in the center of each flower with a stylus to shape.  The flower comes out of the punch with a slight turned up edge.  This is the side that works best when shaping with the stylus.  The back side of the flower doesn't want to shape and remains a little flat when pushed down with the stylus.

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Step 5. You are ready to start applying your flowers.  Apply a generous amount of adhesive over the top layer and spread to the edges. Use plenty of adhesive.

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Pick up the flower with the point of the paper piercer and apply right in the very center of the top layer. Continue adding flowers around the center flower until you have covered the layer.  Make sure you squish them in close together even if you are over lapping petals. 

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Step 6.  Apply a layer of adhesive around the second layer.

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Apply flowers to the second layer remembering to place them close enough not to show any of the base.

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Continue the steps until you have covered your whole flower base.  The last layer will require a double layer of flowers to cover the edges.

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Step 7.  Create a lovely project using your gorgeous flower.

KC Garden Phrase Set 3 left 
KC Garden Phrase Set 3 front 
KC Garden Phrase Set 3 right 
 


50 thoughts on “Hydrangea Tutorial”

  1. Wow- this is gorgeous Kitty! Thank you for the step by step visuals- you are so generous sharing your talent!

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  2. Absolutely outstanding, Kittie! Thanks so much for the tutorial–now I need to get that flower punch! I LOVE the header for your website, too–it’s so you!

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  3. unbelievably creative, Kittie….and the tutorial was fabulously clear….thanks….someday when I have a great deal of patience, I am going to do it….thanks

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  4. Such a fabulous card for a rainy day!!
    Thanks for the wonderful tutorial. It is a perfect way to make a gorgeous hydrangea.

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  5. You talented, generous lady thank you for another ‘simple’ tutorial. Your work is always beautiful and your tutorials simple but detailed.
    Very many thanks.

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  6. Kittie, I tried to leave a comment this morning from my cell phone and it didn’t go through so here I am again. This card is absolutely stunning, I just love it! I so love these hydrangea flowers and can’t wait to try your fabulous tutorial! Wishing you and Bob a fabulous Memorial Day weekend! Hugs, Jerri

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  7. Fantastic Tutorial, Kittie! I just may try making my own puffy hydrangea today. Thank you so much for having taken the time and effort to make the tutorial. You did a great job. It’s always such a pleasure visiting your blog. I know I’m always in for a real treat.

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  8. Kitty, your card is gorgeous. I love how you have made layers to create a well shaped hydrangea. Your tutorial is fantastic and I can hardly wait to give this a try. Thanks for sharing this great tutorial with us.

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  9. Oh my goodness! thank you so much for sharing this tutorial! It is sooo pretty, I love hydrangeas, and I have just bought that punch! off to take a look at the rest of your blog!!!

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  10. Kittie, this is a fabulous tutorial and it doesn’t look too hard, but time consuming. I just cannot wait to try it. Thanks so much for sharing. It makes a fabulous hydrangea.

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  11. Love this tutorial!! Awesome looking card!!!
    Perhpas sometime could you explain how you make the dimentional frames you put your lovely creations on??. Your cards look so
    beautiful. Thanks so much for your inspiration!!!

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  12. Kitty
    Thanks so much for your insperation and directions of how to make the Hydrangea flowers. They are my most favorite flower. So, I ordered the punch and tried it tonight after receving my punch today. I will be sure to give you ALL CREDIT & link to your site when posting a card eventually . Thanks so much. All your work is lovely. Blessings…Leanne

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  13. Gorgeous Kittie! I tried one and it didn’t come out near as pretty as yours, but I see what I did wrong after looking at this again. You are so sweet for sharing your knowledge and extreme creativity. I have learned so much watching your tutorials! Thanks a million. Hugz!!!!

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  14. Awesome tutorial, Kittie! I’m featuring it on the Fantabulous Cricut Challenge Blog today, I hope you’ll check it out! Thanks for the inspiration 🙂
    Rachel
    FCCB DT Member
    Thursday Tutorials

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