Pipe Cleaner Lily Easy Flower Craft With Pipe Cleaners

With just a bit of bending and gluing, you’ll have a beautiful bloom that lasts all year long. These gorgeous DIY lilies make a sweet homemade gift for Mother’s Day, Easter, or a spring birthday. You can also add them to a vase for a colourful centerpiece, or attach one to a wrapped gift for a cute handmade touch.

Helpful Tips:

Can I use other colours for this pipe cleaner lily tutorial?

Absolutely! Lilies come in so many beautiful shades, so there are lots of fun colour options when making this pipe cleaner flower. Try making white lilies with yellow centers, orange tiger lilies, or even purple and pink blends. You can buy assorted packs of pastel pipe cleaners or even purchase a pipe cleaner flower-making kit!

What type of wire is best for the stem of my DIY pipe cleaner lily?

You can use garden wire or thick floral stem wire for the stem of your pipe cleaner flower. Look for something sturdy enough to hold the bloom without drooping.

Can I make different styles of pipe cleaner lilies?

Yes, you can absolutely make different styles of pipe cleaner lilies! With just one simple change, you can give your petals a pretty rippled edge. And if you want to mix things up even more, there’s also an easy way to make a closed lily bud. Keep reading for full instructions.

Lily with a rippled petal edge:

Closed lily bud:

To make a closed lily bud, you’ll follow very similar steps to the tutorial above.

How can I display my pipe cleaner lilies?

You can place your DIY lilies in a vase, or use floral foam in a container to arrange a bouquet. Add some faux greenery to fill in the space or make some other pipe cleaner flowers to create a mixed bouquet! This pipe cleaner lily is the perfect way to brighten your day (and your craft table)! Whether you’re making just one bloom or a full bouquet, it’s a beautiful project that’s both creative and calming. With just a few twists and a bit of glue, you’ll have a flower that never fades or wilts!