Framed family tree

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Designer:  Lisa Storms

The Woodland Tree shape templates makes a beautiful framed family tree.  Add names and dates to large leaves and further embellish with small leaves to add a cherished piece of history to your home.

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Instructions (Print version)

1.  Print names and dates of relatives onto green paper formatted to fit inside of large leaf template.
2.  Arrange Woodland Tree template over each name and cut out large leaf using Ultra ShapeXpress.
3.  Cut out brown tree, darker brown oval, and seven darker green small leaves using Woodland Tree shape template and Ultra ShapeXpress.
4.  Arrange all leaves around tree according to family tree and sew larger leaves on using sewing machine.  Add foam adhesive dots to top and bottom of leaves for dimension.
5.  Add rub-on letter initials to oval and adhere to tree trunk using foam adhesive.

Supply List:
Fiskars Brands: Ultra ShapeXpress
http://www.fiskarscrafts.com/tools/t_ultra-shapexpress.aspx
Fiskars Brands: Shape Template Tool – Woodland Tree
http://www.fiskarscrafts.com/tools/t_shapetemplate-woodlandtree.aspx
Fiskars Brands: Premium Cut-Line Trimmer
http://www.fiskarscrafts.com/tools/t_premiumcrafterstrimmer.aspx
Fiskars Brands: Classic No. 8 Scissors
http://www.fiskarscrafts.com/tools/t_classic-no-8-scissors.aspx
Fiskars Brands:  Cutting Mat
http://www.fiskarscrafts.com/tools/s_cutting-mat.aspx
Other: assorted cardstock, patterned paper, sewing machine, chalk or ink, foam adhesive dots, black frame