Making A Scalloped Edge

If you don't have scallop-edged scissors or a scallop template, it's easy to create your own!

1. Find a spool of thread that is the approximate size of the scallops you desire & mark the diameter on the flat end of the spool.

 

 

2. On the wrong side of the paper, measure the length of the edge you want to scallop, find the center, then mark it.

 

In my example, the paper edge measures 10", so I marked the center at 5". This will allow you to have your scallops end up even on each side.

 

 

3. Position the spool so that it is 1/4" to 1/2" from the edge you want to scallop, then mark a line parallel to the edge using your spool marks as a guide for line placement.

You will note that the line being drawn matches up to the marks you made on the spool. You should also note that the edge of the spool does not extend all the way to the paper edge, giving you room to cut.

4. Drawing the first scallop:

Find the center mark you made on the paper. (In the example, we find the mark I made on the 5" line).

Place the spool so that it is centered on that center mark. Your spool should also be lined up so that the marks you made on the spool are sitting on top of the parallel line you just drew.

 

5. Draw a half circle around the spool that begins and end on the parallel line.

6. Continue drawing half-circle scallops to each edge, making sure to line up your spool marks with the parallel line.

7. Cut the scallops along your lines.

8. Turn over to right side for finished product. You can ink the edges or leave plain, then adhere to layout as desired.

                                          Completed layout using scalloped edges!

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