Gera-nial Charm
Geraniums have a way of making a space feel lived-in and loved. Tucked into window boxes or brightening up a kitchen sill, they bring a sense of cheerful familiarity that’s hard to beat. Our Cardstock Geranium invokes that same warmth and nostalgia without an ounce of upkeep.
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Materials
- Cardstock – Jellybean Green and Pimento
- Lia Griffith Extra-Fine Crepe Paper – Juniper
- Floral Wire – 24-Gauge Paper Covered Green
- Colored Pencils – Raspberry
- PanPastel® Artist Pastel – Magenta Extra Dark
- Bearly Art Precision Craft Glue
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This intermediate-level Cardstock Geranium combines cardstock blooms with crepe paper greenery. As a result, the finished piece achieves a lovely balance that truly elevates your work. Once you cut your petals, you’ll then build each cluster right along the stem. Lastly, watch as each little grouping begins to take on the full, cheerful look geraniums are known for. You’ll be amazed at how perfectly it all comes together.
As you work, the piece gradually starts to feel less like a project and more like a finished plant. Meanwhile, the blossoms sit full and bright against the softly shaped leaves, creating that familiar, lived-in look geraniums are known for. Finally, a simple pot brings it all together, turning your handmade stems into something you can place, move, and enjoy anywhere in your home
Additionally, geraniums carry rich symbolism. For instance, they represent friendship, good health, happiness, and gentle affection. Different colors can carry slightly different meanings, but red and pink geraniums often feel especially warm and welcoming. Because of that, this project makes a thoughtful handmade gift for someone who loves flowers, houseplants, or a bright little reminder of care.
Once you're all finished, style your Cardstock Geranium on a desk, windowsill, or shelf. Likewise, set it on a covered porch where it can bring a pop of color without any watering or upkeep. It’s cheerful, low-maintenance, and just the right size for everyday decorating.
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