Cardstock & Spun Ball Cherry Branch

Very Cherry

There's something truly special about this time of year. Sure, it's hot, and there are so many bugs—but there's also so much beauty! Summer is bursting with life and vibrancy, and it almost begs to inspire something wild and fun. As it so happens — we have just the thing. This Cardstock & Spun Ball Cherry Branch, with its ripe red fruit and bright green leaves, is the perfect answer to Mother Nature's call.

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While this Cardstock & Spun Ball Cherry Branch might appear intricate, it's surprisingly approachable. This project is perfect for all crafters and a fun way to cultivate some coloring and shading skills. Ultimately, it's the color details that make each cherry look ripe and inviting are the real keys to crafting success for this project.

As you work, you'll use blending brushes to achieve that perfect gradient on the cherries, transitioning from yellow to red, capturing the ripening process. Additionally, the leaves come to life with subtle shading from white and dark green colored pencils. After all, It's all about finding joy the process.

Believe it or not, cherry trees have been cultivated since ancient times. Indeed, archaeologists have found cherry pits in ancient caves, indicating that our ancestors enjoyed this fruit thousands of years ago. In the West, cherry trees are often seen as a symbol of hope, new beginnings, and pure love. The Victorians even incorporated cherry blossoms into their wedding bouquets to represent everlasting love.

Here at Lia Griffith, we wanted to capture a touch of that history and magic with our Cardstock & Spun Ball Cherry Branch project. The finished product is stunning and elegant decor that would look perfect as a summer centerpiece or displayed in a pretty seasonal bouquet—much like the Victorian crafters before us.

Once you're finished, show your Cardstock & Spun Ball Cherry Branch to the world! If you want to start a bit smaller, then you can just share them with us. Just upload your pics to our crafters' community, or tag them with #MadeWithLia on social media. Happy Crafting!

This cherry branch is easier than it looks, a motivated beginner could easily make this while the more advanced crafter will find joy in the coloring details added to bring the cherries and leaves to life.

Tools

Materials

Lia Griffith Cardstock - Gumdrop Green
Lia Griffith Extra Fine Crepe Paper - Juniper and Espresso
20mm Cotton Spun Paper Balls
Floral Wire – 24-Gauge Paper Covered Green
Colored Pencils - White and Dark Green
PanPastel - Diarylide Yellow 250.5, Permanent Red 340.5, and Hansa Yellow Tint 220.8

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