{Elegant Frangipani}

I had a request for a Frangipani card; this was my best attempt here.  Having not grown up anywhere near where these flowers might grow (in the cold mountains of Montana), I had to dip into the creative minds of my team of demonstrators to come up with this.

The big flower from Embrace Life is used here and then very gently watercolured in with Summer Sun and Real Red.  I left the rest of the flower stark white for contrast.

The leaves are made with the Large Oval Punch and the crimper – I love that little technique, especially for those flower sets that don't have a suitable leaf included.

1. Punch out a Large oval out of Kiwi Kiss

2. Fold in half and run it through the crimper

3. Sharpen end with scissors if you want – done!

I like the contrast here of the very warm colours and the summery flowers.

Supplies Used:

Stamps: Embrace Life set of five  $53.95, En Francais background $39.95

Colours: Riding Hood Red, Kiwi Kiss, Summer Sun, Real Red

Other: Hodge Podge Hardware, Old Olive ribbon, Dazzling Diamonds Glitter, Crimper, Large Oval PUnch, 1/2 inch circle punch

And a side note: check out my three girls' team National win here!  Very awesome performance.