MY JOURNAL
Cultivating experiences of awe
Awe makes us reflect on our own existence and our place in this world. It makes us rethink what we know. It stirs our curiosity. If I’ve learned anything at all in my 40 years on this planet is to lean into my curiosity.
How to use Acrylic Paint with Crepe Paper - Part 2
In this third post of my “Colour My Florals” series, I’m going back to acrylics and sharing another way of painting my crepe paper using this versatile medium for my paper flower sculptures.
How to use Acrylic Paint with Crepe Paper - Part 1
In this second post of my “Colour My Florals” series, I’m going to share how I paint my crepe paper with acrylic paint to create my crepe paper flower sculptures.
Joliette x Crafted to Bloom: Holiday Heirloom Collection
A holiday collaboration that showcases my one-of-a-kind paper White Bomb Peony sculptures and limited edition still life notecards.
Release: Paper Flower Art Collection Notecards
Read about my process for sourcing a printer for my Paper Flower Art Collection notecard stationary sets.
Release: Paper Flower Art Collection Prints
In celebration of the release of my book, Paper Flowers, which is the paperback version of Paper Flower Art, I’m releasing five images of the arrangements from the book as art prints.
My Favourite Tools & Colouring Supplies for Paper Flower Art
I’ve put together a new guide that lists my favourite tools and colouring supplies for paper flower art.
How to Make Berry Sprigs and Seeds for Seeded Eucalyptus
My technique of making berry sprigs and seeds for seeded eucalyptus is easy and surprisingly effective. Save time by creating berry branches and seed pods with just wire and styrofoam balls.
How to use Copic Markers with Crepe Paper
Through my foray into paper pansies, I’ve rediscovered my interest in using alcohol-based Copic Markers with crepe paper to create expressive forms.
Awesome Blossom! Paper Flower Virtual Workshop Series
Join me and Quynh Nguyen of Pink and Posey for a series of 8 virtual paper flower workshops called Awesome Blossom!
Basic Paper Flower Supplies Explained
Stepping into the paper flower world can feel a little overwhelming. What’s the difference between German and Italian crepe? What in the world is wire gauge? How do you choose the right materials for the project? With a little know-how, you can navigate paper flower supplies with confidence.
How to Laminate your Crepe Paper and DIY your own Doublette Crepe Paper | Part 1
In Part 1 of this 2-part series, learn about how to laminate crepe paper using fusible webbing and spray adhesive to create your own doublette crepe paper.
Playing with Spring Bulbs for Paper Flower Fritillaria Meleagris and Muscari
My March #paperflowerchallenge for our Paper Talk Podcast Community Facebook Group was to create bulbs for our spring paper flowers! Here is a write up of my Live demo.
Making a Sunflower | Part 2 - Experimenting and Executing Ideas
With a vision of the paper flower sunflower firmly set in my mind, I started working backwards to determine how to create the flower into that particular form.
Making a Sunflower | Part 1 - Planning and Thinking through the Process
The process of making a paper flower sunflower was not simple and I started as I always do when I approach a flower - I consider what’s underneath it all.
Paper Flower Christmas Poinsettia Tutorial
Learn how to make a Paper Flower Christmas Poinsettia plant with me!
How Sewing & Fashion Influence my Paper Flower Art
Thinking about my experience as a sewer, I believe it helped me think and work in 3-dimension comfortably. And it shaped how I planned and executed everything.
How Having a Fine Arts Background Can Shape a Paper Florist
Little did I expect that my life long attraction to the principles of design, would be put to use to create magical paper flower compositions.
Using Paper Flowers in a Fresh Floral Arrangement
I’ve always wanted to mix my paper flowers with fresh flowers in an arrangement, however before I moved into a home with a backyard and garden, I didn’t really have access to fresh florals.
Dark "Black" Paper Flower Bouquet
It’s not often that a bride wants a “black” bouquet, so when my client approached me for a “black” bouquet, it Immediately piqued my interest.