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Twisted Paper Napkin Flowers
From the Designer: "Paper napkins just aren't for wiping your mouth and hands while eating . . . they make beautiful flowers, too! While it might be a bit costly to decorate your home with fresh flowers, or give each guest a real flower at their place setting, flowers made from paper napkins can look just as nice, and at a fraction of the cost! And the best part, you can make them to match your décor or party theme."
Estimated CostUnder $10
Time to CompleteUnder an hour
Primary TechniqueGeneral Paper Crafting
Type of Paper UsedTextured Paper
Materials List
- Paper napkins
- Floral wire
- Floral tape
- Tacky glue
- Scissors
Instructions
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Starting at the corner of the paper napkin, carefully pull apart each ply and refold into original squares following the folded lines.
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Next, fold into a triangle, then another triangle and finally, one more triangle.
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Take the folded side and fold over, three quarters of the way.
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Using scissors, cut a round ice cream cone shape just below the edge.
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Next, open the cut shape and holding the round area with one hand, twist one side of the top like you're screwing on something, tightly. Then holding the opposite side, twist again, as tight as you can.
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Then gently open the folded piece, carefully keeping the twisted edges together. You can gently twist any edges that might have been separated when opening back together following the twist patterns.
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Repeat with more napkins, making as many layers for flower fullness and size.
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Group three floral stems together and cover with floral tape, starting at one end and coiling tape around stems until reaching end and securing tape.
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Make a hole in center of twisted paper napkin layer and insert stem, stopping about 1.5 inches from top. Add tacky glue to stem edge and grasp bottom of napkin around stem, forming flower.
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Repeat for each layer of flower, adding tacky glue to base of previous layer. Continue adding layers for flower fullness until satisfied with look.
NotesHave fun making these adorable paper napkin flowers! They have the look of carnations with their unique twisted edges!
More Crafty Ideas For You
If you're a fan of creating twisted paper napkin flowers, you'll love these craft project ideas that will ignite your creativity! For beginners looking to expand their crafting skills, we recommend trying out a folded paper napkin flower bouquet. This project is perfect for gifting to a loved one or brightening up your home decor. Simply twist and fold colorful paper napkins into various flower shapes, then arrange them into a beautiful bouquet.
For intermediate crafters, we suggest experimenting with twisted paper napkin flower wreaths. This project allows you to showcase your twisting and folding skills by creating a stunning wreath full of vibrant paper blooms. Hang it on your front door to welcome guests or use it as a centerpiece for a special occasion. Mix and match different colored napkins to create a unique and eye-catching wreath that will surely impress.
Advanced crafters looking for a challenge can try their hand at creating 3D paper napkin flower sculptures. Use a combination of twisting, folding, and shaping techniques to craft intricate flower designs that stand out as works of art. These sculptures make for fantastic home decor pieces or thoughtful gifts for friends and family. Get creative with different napkin sizes and textures to add depth and dimension to your creations.
No matter your skill level, there's a twisted paper napkin flower project for everyone to enjoy. Let your imagination run wild and have fun crafting these beautiful floral creations!
