How to Make Rolled Paper Flowers (Free Tutorial)

Rolled paper flowers are a beautiful, easy-to-make craft perfect for cardmaking, scrapbooking, home décor, and party decorations. With just a few supplies, you can create realistic blooms in minutes. Prefer to watch and learn? Scroll on to the tutorial or further to the bottom to watch the step-by-step video on YouTube.

Materials Needed

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Cut the Spiral Shape:
   Use your cutting machine or scissors to cut out a spiral flower shape from your chosen paper. The design should have scalloped or curved edges for the petal effect.
2. Start Rolling from the Outside:
   Begin at the outer edge of the spiral. Use a quilling tool or tweezers to start rolling the paper inward, keeping the bottom edge aligned as much as possible. Wider petal designs with gaps between them require a little more care to ensure petals fold in as you wind the spiral.
3. Roll to the Centre:
   Continue rolling until you reach the flat circle at the centre of the spiral. This circle acts as the flower’s base.
4. Let It Loosen Slightly:
   Once rolled, gently release the flower so the petals can relax into a more natural shape. Adjust tightness to your liking.
5. Glue the Base:
   Apply a generous amount of hot glue to the centre circle and press the rolled petals into it. Hold for a few seconds until secure.
6. Finish & Shape:
   You can lightly curl the petal edges outward with your fingers or a shaping tool like a thin paintbrush or similar tool. Add ink or embellishments if desired.

Tips:

• For more realistic flowers, use double-sided cardstock or ink the edges.
• Larger spirals create fuller flowers; tighter rolls form buds.
• Use a thin paintbrush handle or similar to gently curl petals outward for added dimension.

Rolled paper flowers can be layered, grouped, or used alone for endless DIY possibilities.

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