It’s time for a pretty new paper project! Whether you are a paper flower extraordinaire, or just looking to take on a fun, new craft, this 3D vase is just the thing you need.
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I had so much fun designing this vase. In my head, I was going to create something with organic patterns; but, once I got going, I must have been in an art deco mood, because this took shape!
Supplies
- Cardstock
- Hot Glue
- Gems (optional)
- Bone Folder (optional)
- A Cutting Machine or X-ACTO knife
- My Free Template
How to Make It
1. Use your cutting machine or X-ACTO knife, along with my template, to cut out all of the 3D vase pieces.
Note: If you are using the SVG files that includes the score lines, don’t forget to set them as such in Cricut Design Space and attach them to their shapes before sending them through your cutting machine. I used a lime green color to mark the score lines, so hopefully, that helps! If you’re having trouble with the score lines, check out this video.
2. Start by layering all the ornamental pieces to the front of each side piece.
Note: It helps to curl both the longer white pieces as well as the top portion of the side pieces before attaching.
3. Next, fold along all the score lines, and begin attaching each of the pieces to the hexagon base, gluing the tabs to the inside. Only do the base tabs and bottom section tabs to start.
Once each section is attached to the base, glue each side together using the tabs provided—one or two tabs at a time, and work your way up to the top.
4. Glue your small, white pieces to the inside of the small, top section of the vase. Then, add any gems or embellishments that you’d like in order to give the whole thing some more pizzaz.
That’s it! This project may look really fancy, but it’s actually one of my simplest 3D projects to date. And it’s functional too—double win!
I use Adobe Illustrator for all of my designs, and a Cricut Maker to bring my creations to life. For tips on creating fun paper cuts like this one, see the FAQ section on my website. Also, be sure to check out the other 3D freebies available on my blog!
Enjoy making your very own, 3D vase! I hope you have as much fun putting it together as I did. Be sure to share your stunning results with me on Instagram!
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Mandee is a professional graphic designer, amateur bird watcher, and rollercoaster enthusiast. She is a wife to hardworking high school teacher and mommy to three adorable little humans. She fell in love with graphic design when she started working on a comedy website with a guy she met her freshman year of college. Design wasn’t the only thing she fell in love with, and they were married a year and a half later. She created Designs By Miss Mandee to be a place where she could merge her passion for design with her lifelong love of crafting. 24 Comments on 3D Vase – Spring Cut File
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Melanie
May 13, 2021 at 6:34 am (3 years ago)This is so cute, I’m going to visit my Mother in Law and this will be perfect for her nightstand.
Thank you so much!
Mandee
May 13, 2021 at 10:17 am (3 years ago)I hope she loves it! Have fun putting it together for her. 😊
Jan Perry
May 13, 2021 at 6:42 am (3 years ago)This is so beautiful! I love Art Deco, and of course this will be so useful! Thank you so much 🙂 x
Mandee
May 13, 2021 at 10:17 am (3 years ago)You are very welcome Jan! So glad you like it!! ❤️
Alice Myk
May 13, 2021 at 7:41 am (3 years ago)Thank you for sharing! This vase is beautiful! can’t wait to make it!
TERRY SMITH
May 13, 2021 at 8:01 am (3 years ago)I love making paper flowers and this vase will be perfect! Thank you so much!
Mandee
May 13, 2021 at 10:18 am (3 years ago)Your flowers will look great in this vase!!
Shay
May 13, 2021 at 8:38 am (3 years ago)Soooooooo cute!!!
Patti Schafer
May 13, 2021 at 8:41 am (3 years ago)This is gorgeous Mandee
Thanks for sharing this delightful project.
Ramya Vandana Chintakindi
May 13, 2021 at 8:51 am (3 years ago)Looks fabulous Mandee. I’ve been wanting to ask you from a long long time, would you create a 3D bell, that has minimum peices and is easy to create in any size. I’ve seen square bell files but I always wanted a round bell like brass temple bells we find in temples in India.
Mandee
May 13, 2021 at 10:20 am (3 years ago)Thanks Ramya! And thank you for the suggestion. I’ll add it to my list of ideas! 🙂
Janet Clowes
May 13, 2021 at 9:02 am (3 years ago)Looks great luv the style, Thanks for sharing
Mandee
May 13, 2021 at 10:18 am (3 years ago)Glad you like it!!
Kathy
May 13, 2021 at 9:45 am (3 years ago)Your vase design is stunning and very elegant. You have more creative talent than I could ever imagine. Thank you very much for sharing your beautiful file.
Mandee
May 13, 2021 at 10:20 am (3 years ago)You are too kind Kathy! 😊
susan smith
May 13, 2021 at 3:08 pm (3 years ago)Wow that is beautiful
Thank you so much love this vase
auntie em
May 13, 2021 at 5:32 pm (3 years ago)Your vase design is so pretty and elegant! Thank you 🙂
Pam Garrett
May 13, 2021 at 9:17 pm (3 years ago)Ohhh! Ahhh! B e a u t i f u l ! Thanks for the gorgeous vase!
Mandee
May 14, 2021 at 11:29 am (3 years ago)Thanks Pam! I’m so glad that you like it!! 😊
Annette
May 14, 2021 at 3:10 am (3 years ago)Many thanks for this lovely design and for your kindness in offerings these designs for free.
Mandee
May 14, 2021 at 11:30 am (3 years ago)You are very welcome Annette!
CINDY TYNER
May 15, 2021 at 7:16 am (3 years ago)What do you use for stems when making flowers ? Thank you
Mandee
May 17, 2021 at 11:51 am (3 years ago)I don’t make my own flowers very often; but, when I do, I just use floral wire and floral tape to make the stems. 🙂
maman-cocci
June 2, 2021 at 11:05 am (3 years ago)C’est si beau !!!
merci