circle pinwheels

Pinwheels are a fun and whimsical embellishment, traditionally patterned from a square. Here, Summer has created a more rounded pinwheel by using a circle and she has a few tips to share with you. First, the  smaller your circle, the more fussing you will have to do to bring the opposing points to the center. Second, lighter weight paper works best, as heavier cardstock tends to crease. Finally, pre-curving each “petal” softens the paper and makes folding the points to the center much easier.

give it a try:

1. You will need a circle punch and patterned paper. Punch out a circle and score the circle vertically and horizontally through the center.
2. With sharp scissors, cut on each score line, stopping .25” short of the center of the circle.
3. Lightly curve all four sections around the barrel of a pen, then pull one opposing tip from each quarter to the center of the circle and secure with strong adhesive
4. Add a decorative button or brad to the center.