Fall is around the corner! Kids are going back to school and Trick-or-Treat candy has popped up in the grocery store WAY too early! But for us makers, it is a great time to start creating for fall.
Directions (see video for detail)
Select 8.5″ x 11″ paper that is easy to work with
Color the paper or use pre-colored paper (brown and gold)
Trim inner papers (brown) shorter for a smaller flower center [try 7.5″ x 11″]
Use 3-5 sheets of each color, depending on how wide you want that color/section
Fold papers length wise (11″ long) and fringe from the FOLDED end toward the OPEN end.
Leave about 1/4 to 1/2 inch uncut across the length
Open all cut papers and iron flat
Centers [brown]: Adhere long edges slightly off center (about an inch)
Petals [gold]: Adhere long edges flush
Roll and adhere centers one after the other
Roll and adhere petals after centers
Add a secure backing
Other tips & ideas
Try different sizes and numbers of papers
Try using different colors
Try to ink, paint, or color papers in different ways
Try fringe strips that are thinner or wider
Try different types of papers
Use your favorite quick-drying, strong adhesive
Use your flowers on sticks, in a bowl, as table décor, on a wall, to add dimension to a piece of art, as a bunting, on a sign, in a window, or anyplace you can think of!