Christine de Beer - effortless floral craftsman
Spin a tiny glue bead around a thin stem to secure it at an angle in a design
- 25 September 2019
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Drop a tiny bead of glue at the very end of the stem you want to attach
Let the glue set to create a platform for the leaf to adhere
Spin more hot glue around the stem to create a bigger bead of glue
Make the glue bead as small as possible. Of course the smaller the bead the less visible it will be. Some positions will only require the tiniest of bead of glue. Other will require a bit more.
Hold the leaf in position for the glue to set.
I find it best not to force the leaf into position. Place it and let it naturally settle .
You can almost not even see the glue.
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Tutorials
Strip the green bark from the stems to expose the smooth wood
Glue Popsicle sticks to create a double layered, upright armature
Design an armature that is light enough to be carried by two flower stems to create a radiating frame.
Butterfly hair clips are the perfect little claws to help you hold tiny items in place while you wait for glue to dry
Favourite Flowers
Curly Willow, Chinese Willow, Tortured Willow, Globe Willow, Dragon's Claw, Hankow Willow
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