Maren Display Album Helpful Hints To create the techniques featured in this artwork, follow the helpful hints outlined below. To create a spiral flower all your own, simply draw a spiral on your paper of choice and cut along the line, leaving about an inch round base in the center. Then, wrap the center around a pen and twist the spiral around the pen. Secure the bottom of the spiral to the round base. Cut two circles, one slightly smaller than the other, using any of the following items: a small plate, the circle template from our Magic™ how-to publication, or the Cricut ® Art Philosophy or Artiste cartridges. Add visual interest by making a paper ruffle by randomly folding a thin strip of paper. Embellish with stamped accents, paper accents, and accessories, adding dimension with 3-D foam tape as desired.