Paper Craft Tutorial: How to Make Paper Petals

Learn this simple method for making paper craft petals, with Eileen Handmade

Floral designs are part of the fabric of paper craft and a well-made petal is a simple and easy addition to bring charm to your creations.

Eileen Ng, also known as Eileen Handmade, is a craft artist and maker dedicated to bringing the freshness and life of the outdoors inside. In this tutorial, she shares a simple technique for creating a daisy petal.

1. Cut

First, cut a 1cm thick strip from a piece of white crepe paper. Then cut a 4cm long rectangle from the strip. You can adjust these proportions according to the size of your flower.

2. Shape

Fold the rectangle in half, lengthwise. Then cut around one edge to form the curved outer edge of your petal.

Leave a flat tail at the other end of your petal as this is where you will attach the piece to your flower.

3. Curl

Add some shape to your petal by curling it round your thumb a few times. This will give it a more believable bounce.

If you liked this tutorial, you can check out Eileen Handmade’s online course Paper Flower Craft Techniques where you will learn how to use paper to create a wide variety of everlasting blooms and foliage.

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