Do not punch the hole all the way through the foam ball only go about halfway or a little further. Aim for the center of the foam ball and push in the wood stem very firmly until you carve a hole with the dowel. Make sure the foam ball is flat side down. Step 3: Creating A Hole For The Dowel StemĬonnect the wooden dowel for the DIY flower stem to the half foam ball. If you decide to spray paint, then do that in this step. Start wrapping the dowel tightly with your tulle, adding bits of glue as you go so everything stays put. to make your paper flowers, I recommend going up to a 1-inch dowel.
If you used card stock heavier than 65 lb. In this example, I’m using a 3/4 of an inch thick dowel. However, using green spray paint will work as well too. Personally, I like to wrap my dowels in tulle because it adds a whimsical texture. Step 2: Decorating the Giant Paper Flower Stem Be careful when cutting or get someone to help you! You may be able to find foam balls already cut in half at your craft store. Step 1: Gather Your Supplies to Make A Giant Paper Flower Stemīefore you begin any project, prepare your workspace and gather your supplies. One ready-made paper flower – shop templates here!.1 3-4 inch diameter foam balls, cut in half.Wood dowel (3/4 – 1-inch diameter, 3 ft.
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You are probably asking, “Can I learn how to make stems for giant paper flowers too?” Well, yes! I’m going to teach you!įirst, let’s review the supplies you will need for Part 1. It took me a while to figure out how to create a flower stem that made a solid connection to the flower – but once the epiphany struck, everything fell into place. Learning to stem a giant flower is quite simple because you can find all the necessary supplies at a craft store, and the steps aren’t complicated. Be sure to check both sections for supply lists! Part 1: How to Make Giant Paper Flower Stems I’ve divided the lesson into two parts to make it easier to follow. This giant paper flower stem tutorial will teach you how to make DIY flower stems and a DIY flower display stand. The biggest problem when making or purchasing paper flowers is how to make stems stable enough that they support the large flowers and can stand upright. Your flowers can be bright or patterned, large or small, and in any quantity you want. Paper flowers are a lovely craft project.
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