Follow our simple step-by-step tutorial and learn how to transform stretchy, textured paper into these whimsical blooms. In no time at all you can create a whole bouquet of DIY flowers that will never wilt or fade. So grab your supplies, and let’s get started on this fun and creative project!
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What type of crepe paper is best for crepe paper poppies?
We highly recommend using proper crafting crepe paper sheets, as opposed to crepe paper steamers. Crepe paper streamers from the dollar store are very thin and they already come stretched out, meaning they rip easily and are difficult to work with. Plus the size is quite small, limiting the size of your flowers. High quality crepe paper is more expensive, but the quality is worth the price. It’s very easy to mold and shape, and it retains its shape well.
What colour crepe paper poppies can I make?
We made our poppy petals in red, pink, and peach. But poppies come in all sorts of colours, like white, orange, yellow, purple, and even blue! You can also change the center and frill colours of the poppy. Use black instead of the sand colour to make a poppy for Remembrance Day.
Do I need a template to make a crepe paper poppy?
No, we found it easy enough to cut each petal freehand. After all, nature is perfect in its imperfections, and not all flower petals are identical. But if you want your petals to look the same, or are having trouble getting the right angle on the crepe paper, feel free to use printer paper, cardstock, or construction paper to make a petal template. Then you can hold the template up against the crepe paper as you cut each petal. You can even stack the crepe paper and cut multiple petals at once.
Can I use tissue paper to make paper poppies?
Yes, you can also make this craft with tissue paper. Just keep in mind that tissue paper is a lot more fragile and likely to rip. You also won’t get quite the same shape of flower since tissue paper doesn’t stretch like crepe, or keep its shape as well.
Have fresh looking flowers no matter the season with these crepe paper poppies! These charming paper flowers make beautiful homemade decorations for Mother’s Day, Easter, weddings, anniversaries, baby showers, or any other special occasion. Decorate your space with this poppy craft, add a colourful bloom to a giftbox, or use them to accessorize a spring wreath. These crepe poppies can also be a meaningful craft for Remembrance Day, Veteran’s Day, or Memorial Day.
Here’s even more flower craft ideas:
Coffee Filter Poppies
Crepe Paper Flowers
Paper Plate Flowers
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