Beautiful Large Paper Flowers

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These oversized paper flowers are simply beautiful. Whether used as a backdrop for bridal showers, birthday celebrations, or as an accent in a nursery, they add a bold touch.

You can tailor them to fit your theme—whether you prefer vibrant and playful hues or soft, sophisticated tones. I’ll walk you through each step, from creating a detailed flower center to assembling a sturdy base that makes them easy to display.

Made from durable cardstock, these DIY paper flowers provide a stylish and lasting pop of color, perfect for both special occasions and everyday décor.

Supplies

Instructions

Step 1

Trace and cut out the petals according to the template. To form the flower, you can use as many layers as you like. The more layers you use, the more challenging the craft becomes, but your flower will also look fuller.

I used 5 layers, which required cutting out 6 large petals and 6 medium ones. As you get closer to the center, you’ll need fewer petals. I then cut out 5 petals for the next two layers and only 3 for the innermost, smallest layer. Also, cut out a base for the flower with a diameter of 5 cm.

Step 2:

Once all the petals are cut out, make a small slit right in the center of each one.

Step 3:

Use glue to overlap the two halves of each petal slightly, creating volume for the flower.

Step 4:

Once all the petals are shaped, start gluing them onto the base, working from the outside in. This means starting with the largest petals and gradually moving inward, using the smaller petals as you approach the center.