I have been looking for some new flower tutorials on how to create some paper flowers, when I found this one over at Maya Made, I made them and they were really easy to do. My shredder scissors is now one of my favorite toys, I am gonna see what else I can shred with them. Here are the steps to making these DIY Recycled Paper flowers…wouldn’t they look darling as cupcake toppers or strung together as a garland at a wedding or party!
WHAT YOU NEED:
- assorted paper (lightweight and tissue work the best)
- shredder scissors (you can find these at your local craft store such as Michal’s & Jo-Ann’s)
- stapler
Step 1: Fold paper: tissue paper should be folded over a couple of times, maps and thicker paper fold in half
Cut along the folded side for tissue and the open side for thicker paper, but experimenting is what makes this fun, so try it a couple of different ways. Just remember to insert the paper as far back into the scissors as possible.
Step 2: Roll from one end to another.
Step 3: Staple the bottom.
August 16, 2011
Very cute!! I’ll have to try these =)
August 16, 2011
I absolutely adore this idea!!!
August 16, 2011
oh, sooo cute! And easy, which you know I love:) I need to get my hands on some of those fancy scissors – I’ve seen them used so much lately and clearly you can do pretty things with them!
August 16, 2011
I love them as gift wrapping bows. Such a cute idea!
August 16, 2011
I have a bridal shower coming up and I am so trying this, there is nothing like adding something made with love
August 16, 2011
Beautiful! Everything on your blog is always so well done
August 16, 2011
So creative and unique. It also looks easy to do so anyone can make them!
August 18, 2011
I SOOO love this tutorial! Great one that anyone can use, whether they’re getting married or not. Haha, I didn’t even know there was such a thing as “shredder scissors,” either!
January 11, 2012
Paper flowers seem to be making an appearance at more and more weddings of late. I love that these are made from recycled paper though, making them even more eco friendly and free!