Whisker Graphics

I’ve been obsessing over these paper lantern ornaments. I’ve tried several different papers. Thick scrapbook stock doesn’t work well (the brad is too short). Wrapping paper is too thin (unless you have some good quality stuff it easily rips). Scrapbook paper (not thick stock) is just right. I bought some 12 x 12″ sheets at Michael’s on sale and started cutting. After I added the brads and opened the balls, I attached some Divine Twine to the top so I can hang them.

I used one on a baby shower gift along with some more divine bakers twine and my lifetime supply of gift wrap.

If you’re thinking you might like to get your craft on and make some of these, click here to download a pre-measured grid you can print on the back of your paper so you won’t have to measure over and over.

Came across this fabulous idea on The Creative Place blog. Cute paper lanterns or ornaments or garland or gift wrap accessory or earrings (just kidding).  I’m dying to make some of these guys. Click here to check out Ashley’s great tutorial.

Ashley also has a couple of lovely etsy shops you can visit here and here.