Monday, January 10, 2011

Faux Iris Twist Quilted Valentine Cards

I learned the Iris Twist technique several years ago. I love the look, but wanted a more simple version that wasn't so bulky. So I used short, small strips of DSP instead of longer, folded pieces. And instead of using a template, I just alternated the sides of the paper and free-handed the placement. Since I faked my way through the traditional Iris Twist, I'm calling this "Faux Iris Twist". It's also kind of quilt-looking, so you could probably also call it "Faux Quilted".

My first one was horizontal, but then Jan turned hers vertical in Stamp Club and I can't decide which one I like best. What do you think? Leave me a comment and let me know.

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5 comments:

  1. AnonymousJanuary 11, 2011 at 1:32 AM

    Hi Julie!

    I can't decide which one. They both are as cute as can be!

    Thank you for working so hard to always offer us something new. I love your blog & take a look almost every day.

    Happy Valentines!
    Iris Frank

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  2. ShelleyJanuary 11, 2011 at 4:45 PM

    What a cute idea to simplify the iris card. The quilter in me LOVES it! To combine two of my favorite hobbies...that's exciting!

    I hate to play favorites, but I think I like the horizontal card a bit more!

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  3. AndreaJanuary 11, 2011 at 10:18 PM

    They are both darling. Thanks for the visual tutorial. I am going to try this fun technique.

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  4. ellenJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:29 AM

    I think I like the horizontal version. One more way to use our great punches! How wide did you cut the paper? This is also a great way to use scraps of DSP we never throw away!! TFS

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  5. Julie MarshallJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:45 PM

    Great idea! I will definitely need to give this a try. TFS.

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