How to Make Tissue Paper Flowers
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Published: Jul 08, 2018
Updated: Jun 23, 2023
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Tissue Paper Flowers are simple, quick, and inexpensive. They are also a fun craft idea for kids! They make great decorations and party décor. Consider making them for centerpieces or even bouquets!
How to Make Tissue Paper Flowers
DIY Tissue paper flowers are a thoughtful handmade gift, table decorations, or even a backdrop for an event or classroom! They are easy to customize, look beautiful, and are fun to make. The color of tissue paper can change for any holiday, event, or purpose (think: birthday party, weddings, baby showers, bridal showers, etc).
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SUPPLIES:
- Different colors of tissue paper
- Scissors
- Stapler
- (Optional): Green pipes cleaner for a flower stem
INSTRUCTIONS:
Cut Tissue paper into rectangles. To make it easy, simply cut the large sheet of tissue paper in halves until you end up with rectangles that are about 8″ x 4″. They do not have to be that exact size.
Layer 6 sheets of tissue paper on top of each other.
Fold the stack layers of tissue paper accordion style (as seen in the video tutorial above). Fold it over about 1″, flip it, and repeat until it is all folded. It doesn’t have to be the exact size or perfect. Every flower is different and unique!
Staple the center of the tissue paper. Or, you can twist floral wire in place of a staple. If you want to add a stem to your paper flower, wrap a green pipe cleaner around the staple at this time.
Using scissors, cut the edges into rounded “petal” shapes. trimming different shapes creates different types of flowers! Being creative with petal shapes and colors is the fun part!
Gently pull each sheet of tissue paper up toward the staple and out of the accordion fold. I recommend alternating sides.
Continue to fluff the tissue paper petals until the flower forms! Each flower comes to life in a unique way making them all look beautifully unique.
Tissue paper flowers are an easy-to-make craft that’s perfect for any holiday or party. Kids will love this craft because it allows them to create decor that can be admired. Plus, the materials required are easy to find and inexpensive, which parents and teachers love:)
I think this same table would look beautiful in the fall as well. You could even make them flowers for Valentine’s Day! Use a lot of reds, pinks, and purples.
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How to Make Tissue Paper Flowers
How to Make Tissue Paper Flowers
Supplies
- Tissue paper in various colors
- Scissors
- Stapler
- (Optional): Green pipe cleaner for a flower stem
Instructions
- Cut Tissue paper into rectangles. To make it easy, simply cut the large sheet of tissue paper in halves until you end up with rectangles that are about 8″ x 4″. They do not have to be that exact size.
- Layer a stack of 6 pieces of rectangle tissue paper
- Fold the stack of tissue paper accordion style (as seen in the video!). Fold it over about 1″, flip it, and repeat until it is all folded. It doesn’t have to be the exact size or perfect. Every flower is different and unique!
- Staple the center of the folded tissue paper. If you want to add a stem to your paper flower, wrap a green pipe cleaner around the staple at this time.
- Using scissors, cut the edges into rounded “petal” shapes. You can also cut different shapes to make different styles of flowers.
- Gently pull each sheet of tissue paper up toward the staple and out of the accordion fold. I recommend alternating sides.
- Continue to fluff the tissue paper petals until the flower forms! Each flower comes to life in a unique way making them all look beautifully unique.
