Step One Lightly sand the plaque, and wipe with lint-free cloth.
Step Two Use the ruler and pencil to measure and trace horizontal line 7-1/4” down from the top of the plaque. From the top of the plaque, measure and trace 3-1/2” from left side. Use the pencil to draw a vertical line.
Step Three Follow manufacturer’s instructions to paint bottom of plaque with Chalkboard Paint. Paint left side of the plaque Vivid Orange. Paint the right side and chipboard square Lime Green.
Step Four Cut nine 2-1/2” x 4” strips from each of the fabrics. Press and pin right sides together, creating nine different patchwork pieces. Sew seams and steam open with iron.
Step Five Place each piece on the die cut, covering the petal shapes. You should have nine large petals and nine small petals. Use the sewing machine and thread to outline each of the petal shapes, sew a straight stitch 1/4” from the edge.
Step Six Arrange the petals around the circle on the board. Glue in place, keeping large petals on bottom and small petals on top. Let dry.
Step Seven Glue chipboard to back of canvas.
Step Eight Place assorted embellishments in center of chipboard, and glue in place.
Step Nine Paint stem under flower. Use a black marker to write script on Vivid Orange and on stem.
Step Ten Adhere gems as shown.
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