Flower sticks make for a wonderful addition to your home, adding a touch of nature without adding to your workload. As you don’t have to clean up or water a flower stick it sits beautifully anywhere you place it. To help you add a beautiful touch to your home, we teach you how to create a tissue paper flower sick.
What You Need:
- Colored Tissue Paper
- A pair of Scissors
- Medium-sized Stapler
- Round Lid
- Tape
- Metal Wire
- Pencil
Step 1: Start by cutting approximately 10 squares out of a single tissue paper sheet. These squares can be any size based on your preference. For instance, you can make each square 3×3” in size. The perfect choice for a medium-sized flower. When working on a flower stick you will need more than 10 squares per flower. To save time you can create layers using the tissue paper, and cut them all at the same time.
Step 2: Once cut stack 10 tissue paper squats and staple it from the middle. You can use different colors to create a contrast or use the same color based on your theme. Either way, you will be able to match your decor to your flower sticks.
Step 3: Now trace out a round shape over your stapled stack and cut the tissue paper into a round shape. Make the circle as wide as possible, creating a larger shape for some flower, and a smaller one for the others. Based on your personal preference once you are done get rid of the waste.
Step 4: Start with the top layer and start to pinch it in the center. Peel the first layer and push it towards the center. Work towards creating ruffled textures. Each ruffle can be unique as each flower is unique in nature. Repeat the process until you are done with all the flowers. If you have set in a tight ruffle let them loosen up a little from the edges, showcasing a blooming flower.
Step 5: Unfurl the petals a little using your thumbs, keep in mind the tissue paper is sensitive and might rip when you pull it apart using fingers. So gently push it towards the side to give it as much flair as possible.
Step 6: Take the metal wire and create a long yet sturdy stem. If needed create a double layer and tape around the edges to create a uniformed appearance. Once the steam is ready place the largest flower on the top and start taping around the edges. You can take in the bottom of the flower creating a natural look.
Step 7: As you work your way to the bottom you can add as many flowers as you like creating a stunning and well-balanced flower stick you will proudly show off in a matter of minutes.
Once done you are ready to show off your flower sticks, these can be placed in any small or large vase based on your flower sticks and personal preference.
