A cheery bouquet is an instant mood-lifter, and even more so when the blooms don’t droop and fade! No matter your cut, color, or occasion, these DIY paper flower projects are a sweet embellishment for any setting.
Mimic the look of a sophisticated sculptural piece with an inexpensive white vase and white cardstock flowers. This white-on-white design is a stunning container for colorful blooms, but it would also look great in a dark, moody hue — or in a more colorful palette. Personalize it to suit your (or your recipient’s) preferences. Like this vase project? You’ll love the other paper flower gift ideas and templates.
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You won’t run the risk of showing up with a gift wrapped like someone else’s with Carrie Waller’s party trick. Simply adhere a handmade paper flower to a colorful purchased gift bag for a one-of-a-kind design that’ll wow recipients as much as the surprise inside.
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Sometimes less is more — especially when hosting a gathering when fresh flowers aren’t available due to seasonality or budget. A sweet and simple strand of dainty flowers made from crepe paper streamers is an elegant way to pep up a buffet, tabletop, or entryway. Make it sing: a delicate garland like this becomes a standout when strung up against a blank-canvas backdrop like this painted brick wall.
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Bid store-bought bows good-bye! You’ll fall in love with these romantic rose embellishments for plain favor boxes after seeing how simple they are to craft. Shauna from Ella and Annie cut an assortment of craft and scrapbook papers into squares, then sketched and cut out spirals for the roses. The larger the square, the larger the flower will be. Steer clear of messes by attaching flowers to gift boxes with adhesive dots
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With today’s head-turning assortment of disposable serveware, gorgeous paper napkins are in no short supply. Haeley of Design Improvised will show you how to add a special touch to your dining table with a perfectly coordinated centerpiece designed from the same paper napkins used in your place settings. Cocktail napkins, 18-gauge floral wire, scissors, and a stapler are all you need to complete this project. Once your arrangement is complete, pop it in a pretty vase like the DIY washi tape version pictured here.
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These festive fiesta headbands are the perfect party craft project because they’re a breeze to put together while socializing. Haeley of Design Improvised and her gal pals used pre-cut tissue paper circles to transform simple white headbands into extravagant accessories. Set out a variety of tissue paper options and watch as guests create designs that are uniquely theirs.
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A grouping of paper flowers, succulents, and greens this charming can rival any florist’s display – and it’ll last longer, guaranteed. To make a paper bouquet, trace flower and leaf templates onto craft paper. Cut out, attach floral wire with glue, and continue until you have enough blooms and greenery to make your desired size of bouquet. Get the how-to instructions.
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Maybe it’s the mesmerizing effect of these flowing strands of paper wisteria, but we think they’d look absolutely breathtaking on a wedding arch. In this tutorial, CC Designs fashions the lifelike designs by stringing together multiple petal sizes on wire strands. Small beads placed between petals act as stoppers. Genius!
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Who needs a Snapchat filter when you can have the real thing? This gorgeous flower crown uses assorted colors of lightweight crepe paper for its blooms and paper-covered floral wire for the wreath form. Use your fingers to gently zhush flowers for a full, natural look before heading out the door to your favorite summer music festival. Get the wreath template here.
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A bright, oversize paper dahlia wreath signals friendliness – and boosts curb appeal on a dime! Julia used four sizes of paper to create subtle shifts in color and scale, but the beauty of this wreath project is you can choose to go as soft or as bold as your heart desires. We love the look of the blue-green paper petalsagainst her red door.
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