How To . . . make torn paper flowers

Simple Torn Flower Tutorial

What you'll need:

*Paper or card stock

*Brad or button

*Hole punch
*Ink for distressing

1. Start by ripping four circles out of your paper. The should get progressively bigger. I actually drew loose circles on my card stock so I could make sure they were not all the same size.

2. The fun part: crumple them up into little balls!

3. Flatten them out again and arrange on top of each other from biggest to smallest. If you want the distressed look (like my red flower above), ink the edges with an ink pad first.

4. If you want to use a brad for the center, punch a hole with a hold punch and put the brad in. You could also sew a button on or create another center.

5. Attach to your card, page, or project! This really must be the easiest project we've EVER posted.

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Oh, the projects you could use these simple flowers on! I can think of so many. What could you do with these flowers? Better yet, take pictures of any projects you create with these flowers and send us a link.

Tip of the Week . . . What is that stain?

Do you have a stain in your carpet you can't rid of? Do I sound like an infomercial? I have been using a really great carpet cleaning product for years, (thanks to my Mom) and have to share. Most people have probably never heard of it, but it is sold in several different stores. The name of this great product . . . Folex!

Another great thing about this product is that it can be used in your carpet cleaning machines! It can pretty much be used on any fabric that is colorfast . . . upholstery, clothing, car interiors, walls etc.

Visit Folex to find where you can buy it, as well as find out how many ways you can use it in your home.

Digital Cards--on Etsy

Recently I have started experimenting with Photoshop and learning how to make my own cards, announcements, etc. I have come to realize that I need to invest in an upgraded version and take a class if I want to be able to make amazing cards like this one from SweetPeaBaby

Or this one by Natty Sue, that was made for a boutique we were just in.

I love that people are offering digital cards on Etsy because it is cost efficient. For $16 or less you can buy a custom image and then have the cards printed anywhere you chose. I love to use Costco but there are many places you could use, including your own printer.

Bliss Boutique Starts Today!

Bliss Boutique starts today and will run until Saturday! It is a great boutique with so many vendors and cute products. Take some time this weekend and head to Pleasant Grove. While at Bliss, check out our new line of products we are debuting called Sweet Whimsy. If you bake, they are a must have (more on this later).

Bliss Boutique will be open June 17, 18 & 19 from 10am - 7pm and is located at 105 South 100 East. Bliss will be holding a raffle worth $500, so just one more reason to go. Once you have visited the boutique, head over to the Strawberry Days celebration and take a ride on the ferris wheel, and of course we would love to see pictures of that.

Tissue Paper Pom Pom's--how to

Everywhere I go lately I see tissue paper pom poms. Not a new concept by any means but definitely a new fun trend. I love how they can add so much color without a lot of effort. Depending on your color choices they can make a party bright and energetic, fancy or whimsical. Even Martha Stewart is in on the trend and has made a great tutorial for all of us!

Hanging Pom-Poms
1. Stack eight 20-by-30-inch sheets of tissue. Make 1 1/2-inch wide accordion folds, creasing with each fold.

2. Fold an 18-inch piece of floral wire in half, and slip over center of folded tissue; twist. With scissors, trim ends of tissue into rounded or pointy shapes.

3. Separate layers, pulling away from center one at a time.

4. Tie a length of monofilament to floral wire for hanging.

Leave it to Martha to come up with a napkin ring holder!

Napkin Rings
With just a few changes, these follow the same steps as the hanging pom-poms.


1. Stack four sheets of tissue. Cut a 10-by-5-inch rectangle, going through all layers. Make 3/8-inch-wide accordion folds.

2. Fold an 18-inch piece of floral wire in half, slip over center of tissue, and twist to secure. Trim ends of tissue.

3. Separate layers, pulling away from center one at a time.

4. Bend wire into a loop to fit around napkin, and twist end around loop to secure.
The pom poms look so easy I can't wait to have an excuse to make them. I suggested to my sister in law to make them into a mobile for her nursery. Wouldn't that be so cute!

What will you do with the pom poms?

Studio Fix Powder--Tip of the Week

A couple of weeks ago my youngest daughter dropped my pressed powder and to my dismay it turned into loose powder all over the floor. I buy my powder from MAC at Nordstrom and unfortunately there is not a store close to my house. I went a week without powder and it made me realize how much I need it and love the Studio Fix brand by MAC.

It is a foundation and powder combination but is still dry like a pressed powder. I can't handle wearing foundation so this is my answer to good coverage with out the gross feeling. The powder is a little pricey ($26) but lasts a long time. The last time I bought powder was in August.

If you are searching for a new powder give this one a try. Besides, it is always fun to sit down and have someone else do your makeup and match your colors.

Fun Finds . . . Poppy Seed Projects

I found this company, and I want to buy almost every kit they have. They have kits for the different seasons, for family pictures, for LDS temples, etc. They even have 10 kits you can buy for under $10. All of the kits are so cute.

Here are their picture blocks . . . under $10

Here is their picture plaque . . . under $10 as well.

When I actually find some spare time, this is on my list of projects I want to do. When I do, I will definitely post pictures.