11 Paper Flower Crafts: How to Make Easy and Pretty Projects
Have you ever made paper flowers? Lately, I have seen the popularity of these
cute crafts made with paper. I want to learn to make paper flowers. First, I need some inspiration and examples. I went to Pinterest and searched for handmade paper flowers. I found 11 paper flower crafts that piqued my interest.
I love to use paper for DIY projects. I’ve made banners, placemats, invitations, garland, and placecards. My Cricut is one of my favorite tools, and I love to make projects with it.
I have several containers of scrapbook paper organized by color and patterns. I don’t even need to buy paper for my first project!
I can’t believe that I’ve never made flowers with any type of paper (Unless it was in elementary school and I’ve forgotten it.).
Here is what I discovered as I researched paper flowers: whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just starting out like me, paper flowers are the perfect way to add a touch of color, creativity, and elegance to any space.
In this post, you’ll discover a curated collection of stunning paper flower tutorials, easy templates, and creative ideas for every situation – from home décor and party centerpieces to thoughtful handmade gifts .
With these step-by-step instructions and tips for using a variety of paper materials, you’ll be making beautiful blooms in no time.
What Kinds of Flowers Can You Make?
I found tutorials for dozens of flowers, from tulips, roses, daisies, peonies, hyacinths, and more.
The type of flower you want to make can determine the type of paper you use.
It depends on the look of the flower you want. I discovered that regardless of the styles, colors, or level of difficulty or intricacy, there is a flower that can be made.
Whether you’re searching for a quick craft for kids, a statement piece for your living room, or a handmade bouquet for a special event, you’ll find plenty of inspiration here.
With detailed tutorials, printable templates, and expert tips, you’ll soon be crafting paper blooms that look just as stunning as the real thing.
From what I’ve seen, paper flowers are the ultimate craft for unleashing your creativity -they’re versatile, affordable, and endlessly customizable! In this roundup, I’ve gathered the most beautiful and beginner-friendly paper flower projects to spark your imagination.
What are Some Places to Use Paper Flower Crafts?
Let’s brainstorm this question:
- centerpieces
- vignettes
- bouquet in a vase
- on the wall in a room, such as a bedroom, dining room, kid’s room or nursery, or craft room
- made into a wreath
- party and event decorations
- placecards made of paper flowers
- wedding decorations
- gifts
- banners made of paper flowers
- party favors made of paper flowers
How to Make Beautiful Paper Flowers: 11 Great Projects to Get Started
Get ready to be inspired by these gorgeous, long-lasting alternatives to real flowers!
Paper Flower Designs
Helen of Mega Mom – Let’s start with a collection of 15 paper flower designs. These photos are beautiful and make me want to try this paper craft.
Paper Flowers with A Little Bling
Jessica of DIY Blissful – Shares how to make an easy paper flower. This project would make a great first project. The instructions are clear and the photos are very helpful.
White Paper Plate Flowers
Debbie of One Little Project – This girl really knows how to make the prettiest paper flowers. I love these gorgeous white ones made from paper plates.
Pink Tissue Paper Flowers
Katie of The Crafty Blog Stalker – I’ve used tissue paper for making paper wreaths, but never paper flowers. These little flowers are so pretty that this might be my first project.
Large Paper Flowers at Wall Art
Samantha of Little Bits of Home – If you’ve ever thought about making BIG flowers, this is the tutorial for you. It’s a great project for those of you who need wall decor.
Peony Paper Flowers
Christine of Christine’s Crafts – Who doesn’t love peonies? They are hard to grow in our area, so I may follow Christine’s tutorial because these paper flowers are so pretty.
Cherry Blossom Branch Paper Flowers
Janine of Happy Happy Nester – This beautiful cherry blossom project reminded me that I did make paper flowers for a cherry blossom project a few years ago. My project didn’t turn out nearly as pretty as this one.
Beginner Paper Flowers on a Pitcher
Rachel of The Analytical Mommy – This project is one of my favorites – especially if you are a beginner. I love how you can customize it with your choice of colors.
Construction Paper Flowers
Alli of Made with Happy – This flower project uses a type of paper we all grew up with – construction paper. Borrow some from your kids and follow this simple guide to make these pretty flowers.
Variety of Paper Flowers in Styles and Colors
Mandy of Sugar Bee Crafts – If you are on the beginning side of creating paper flowers, this tutorial shares several techniques for making your paper flowers look fun and fanciful.
Easy Peasy Flower Project
Easy Peasy and Fun – This paper flower craft may be the easiest one on this list. It’s perfect for kids, too. I would think this would be a great first project for beginners.
Gorgeous Paper Flower Tutorials You’ll Want to Try
Did you enjoy exploring this variety of styles, from simple paper roses to giant crepe paper blooms? Let your creativity blossom with these beautiful and budget-friendly projects!
I’m excited to share these 11 paper flower crafts. Some had design templates, some had video tutorials, and some had detailed information about making paper flowers. They all had creative and original ways to make paper flowers for a variety of purposes.
I hope to make my own paper flower craft projects soon based on these inspirational resources.
Be sure to PIN to keep these ideas close by as you begin planning your summer decorating. Check out my Pinterest Board, DIY Projects. I just created a new board, Paper Crafts and can’t wait to fill it with wonderful paper craft inspiration.
In between writing posts, listening to podcasts, reading, doing various blogging tasks, walking Nola, and playing tennis, I’ll be browsing away.
