You really should file this post under your 'try it' section - a card featuring origami. I know the word origami sounds complex, maybe even a little intimidating, but its really easier than you think - and what you end up with after all that folding is a mini work of art! I'm so excited to share the results from our June origami card swap challenge. I see so much potential for BBQ, birthday, and pool party invites, as well as any other occasion under the sun! Enjoy...
Linda M's Card:
The 4th of July is just around the corner and this card is designed to get you in the mood for fireworks! Patriotic pinwheels and rhinestone stars dazzle the front of this fun origami card - great job Linda!Kathy's Card:
Summer fun is a breeze with this light-hearted card. An origami kite adorns the front complete with ribbon tail and button embellies. Nicely done Kathy.
Jodi's Card:
Its easy to just keep swimming when you are an adorable origami fish. A rain dot eye and bubbles cut from Webster's Pages 'Shimmer' Paper offer the perfect finishing touches. You too can make this little fish - check it and other cute origami paper folding patterns out at www.TammyYee.com. Super cute Jodi.
Anita's Card:
Rather than featuring origami on the card, Anita featured a folded card. A 'fun in the sun' tag is neatly tucked inside a folded slider envelope then gussied up with all things summer. Bring on the sunshine!Andrea's Card:
Hang loose with this little sea turtle - he's another totally awesome pattern from www.TammyYee.com. I love the way that Andrea tore sheets of Coredinations 'ColorCore' cardstock to create a layered beach for her turtle and surf board. Great idea Andrea!
Selestina's Card:
An elegant origami tulip offers the perfect finishing touch to this classy card. I really like the colors Selestina tied the card together with. Beautifully done!
Linda R's Card:
Linda R's layered origami pinwheel makes quite the statement - more like a work of art, Linda actually used index card folders for her envelopes for an impressive presentation! Very nice.
Patti's Card:
The amount of detail in this ornate card makes for a truly lovely card. Intricate kimos coupled with stamped asian details (the translation for the characters, 'Thank You', is inside) make this card something that could easily be displayed. Well done Patti!
Cheryl's Card:
Cheryl brighten's up the summer sky with this patriotic tribute. I like the added sparkle of the stars and star bursts - gets me in the mood for hot dogs, lawn chairs, and fireworks! Nicely done Cheryl.
My Card:
My card hits the beach with an origami crab, sand bucket, and sunshine. A textured beach and background added some pattern and interest to the card. It was fun to make - but a lot of folding!
Hang loose with this little sea turtle - he's another totally awesome pattern from www.TammyYee.com. I love the way that Andrea tore sheets of Coredinations 'ColorCore' cardstock to create a layered beach for her turtle and surf board. Great idea Andrea!Selestina's Card:
An elegant origami tulip offers the perfect finishing touch to this classy card. I really like the colors Selestina tied the card together with. Beautifully done!Linda R's Card:
Linda R's layered origami pinwheel makes quite the statement - more like a work of art, Linda actually used index card folders for her envelopes for an impressive presentation! Very nice.Patti's Card:
The amount of detail in this ornate card makes for a truly lovely card. Intricate kimos coupled with stamped asian details (the translation for the characters, 'Thank You', is inside) make this card something that could easily be displayed. Well done Patti!Cheryl's Card:
Cheryl brighten's up the summer sky with this patriotic tribute. I like the added sparkle of the stars and star bursts - gets me in the mood for hot dogs, lawn chairs, and fireworks! Nicely done Cheryl.My Card:
My card hits the beach with an origami crab, sand bucket, and sunshine. A textured beach and background added some pattern and interest to the card. It was fun to make - but a lot of folding!Hope you enjoyed looking at all the great results from our summer origami card challenge. I know that I was really impressed with the cards this month - its going to be hard to give them away.
Be sure to check back later this month for the results from our July challenge. July cards will feature a 'recycled' item. Should be interesting!
Lisa
