Sunflower Stitched Card Pattern

Jul 21st, 2008 by Marie

Sunflowers seem to be popping up all over. They’re beautiful and bright, bringing sunshine to the soul. Well, this pattern can help you stitch a sunflower card that’s perfect for summer. Then brighten someone else’s day by giving it along with a gift, framed as a gift, or make a bunch to give away as gifts.

sunflower-card pattern

Supplies: Everything is available at your local craft or fabric store.

Punching Awl
Pattern for Sunflower to punch: Download this pattern, then print it out:sunflower-stitched-pattern
Cork board: For punching holes in card - found at kitchen or office store (try a cork hot plate)
Thread: I usually use DMC floss, with all six strands
Needle: Cross-stitch needle #26 for 18-22 count fabric
Cardstock: white piece, accent color piece, folded card piece
Envelope: white envelope that measures, 4 ½ “ x 5 ¾ “
Glue: Glue stick, glue dots, spray glue is recommended

Instructions: For complete instructions on Punching, Stitching, and Gluing this card, please visit my Basic Instructions Post.

Posted in Card Patterns | 7 Comments

7 Responses to “Sunflower Stitched Card Pattern”

on 21 Jul 2008 at 9:05 am1 Rebecca

So cute! Thanks for the instructions. I looked at the picture and just thought, “How on earth did she make that?” (I’m a dummy with crafts).
on 21 Jul 2008 at 9:17 am2 Hev

Thankyou so very much - this is gorgeous :)
on 21 Jul 2008 at 10:06 am3 Lauren

Hi! I just found your blog through Simple Mom and I’m subscribing! I have three little ones that I’m homeschooling, and we definitely need some inspiration in the arts and crafts department.
on 21 Jul 2008 at 12:31 pm4 Kami

Such a cute card! I will have to try it!
on 21 Jul 2008 at 1:43 pm5 Becky

Just in time! Thank you for posting such a cute card with a personal touch. It will surely brighten anyones day.
on 28 Jul 2008 at 3:59 pm6 Denise Felton

Great idea, beautiful card! I can’t wait to share this with my readers.

Denise

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