Today we are sharing another one of our fun flower craft tutorials which have been a real hit here on The Inspiration Edit.
Paper crafts are easy and simple and can really get the kids really involved in basic creative crafts.
This is a great chance to develop fine motor skills, talk about flowers and the spring season, and get the imagination going.
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💖 Why You'll Love This Craft
- Pop of Color: These bold blooms brighten up any space with cheerful, vibrant petals.
- Gorgeous but Easy: Looks fancy, but totally kid-friendly with simple steps.
- Anytime Craft: Rainy day? Weekend boredom? These paper flowers are perfect year-round!
🖌️ How to Make a Paper Dahlia
- Step 1: Select 3 or more different colored craft paper for the flower and cut out square shapes from them. Cut out the squares in 3 different sizes and for each size cut 8 pieces of squares. Also, cut out a round pattern and then cut it into a spiral.
- Step 2: Take any one of the square cutouts and fold any one corner towards the middle of the square.
- Step 3: Now fold the opposite corner towards the middle (keeping the previous fold in its place). Overlap both folds by 1 cm and glue the overlapped part to secure the cone shape.
- Step 4: Similarly, create cone patterns with the rest of the square cutouts. Take the spiral pattern and start rolling it from its outer edge towards the center, and then glue the roll with the center to secure it. This will be the center part of the flower.
- Step 5: Cut out a round shape from a cardstock paper. The size of the round cut out would depend on the size of the square cut outs. Apply 8 lines of glue around the round pattern; from its outer edge towards the center, the lines don’t need to reach the center. I applied 8 lines of glue because I prepared 8 cones for each layer for the dahlia. The round pattern is the base.
- Step 6: Take the large cones and place each cone on each lines of glue with the cones’ open (wider) end facing outwards.
- Step 7: Make sure to keep even gaps between the cones and arrange them nicely.
- Step 8: Go for the next layer with the medium-sized cones. Glue the medium cones slightly inwards (joining the closed end of the cones at the center of the base and between 2 larger cones.
- Step 9: Now, glue the small-sized cones similarly, gluing each small cone between 2 medium cones and towards the center.
💡 Pro Tip: Create a full floral arrangement by making several paper dahlias in different colors and sizes. You can arrange them in a vase for a colorful display or use them to decorate a room or party space!
🧑🎨 Expert Tips for DIY Paper Dahlia Flower Craft
- Use Colorful Tissue Paper for Vibrancy: Start with vibrant tissue paper in various shades of pink, purple, red, or yellow to create a bold and beautiful dahlia. The softness and ease of cutting tissue paper make it ideal for this layered flower craft.
- Layer the Petals for Depth: Cut multiple layers of petals and glue them in a circular pattern to form the flower's shape. This layering technique creates depth and texture, making the dahlia look fuller and more realistic.
- Cut Petals in Different Sizes: Vary the sizes of the petals as you layer them, with the smallest petals in the center and larger ones towards the outer edge. This gives the flower a natural, graduated look that mimics a real dahlia.
- Add a Sturdy Stem with Green Paper or Pipe Cleaners: Use green construction paper or a pipe cleaner for the stem, and glue it securely to the base of the flower. You can also add leaves made from green paper to enhance the visual appeal of the flower.
- Use Glitter or Buttons for a Fun Center: Add glitter, beads, or buttons to the center of the flower to make it sparkle and shine. This decorative touch gives the flower extra dimension and makes it stand out.
- Encourage Creativity with Customization: Let kids personalize their flowers by choosing their favorite colors for the petals and center. They can also experiment with other materials like ribbons or sequins to make each flower unique.
💭 FAQs
This craft helps kids create beautiful paper dahlias, giving them a chance to make colorful, layered flowers. It’s a great way for kids to explore their creativity and make decorative pieces.
Materials include colored paper, scissors, glue, and a pencil. These basic supplies help kids create the layered petals that form a vibrant, blooming flower.
Yes, the craft can be adapted for various skill levels. Younger children can focus on simple cutting and gluing, while older kids can work on creating more intricate details and designs.
The activity promotes fine motor skills through cutting and assembling the flower petals. It also boosts creativity, encourages patience, and helps kids appreciate the beauty of nature through crafting.
Download Template
Get your free Printable Dahlia Flower Craft Template here!
DIY Paper Dahlia Flower Craft For Kids
Equipment
- Scissors
Materials
- Coloured craft paper– 3 or more colours of your choice
- Cardstock paper
- Craft glue
Instructions
- Select 3 or more different coloured craft paper for the flower and cut out square shapes from them.
- Cut out the squares in 3 different sizes and for each size cut 8 pieces of squares.
- Also, cut out a round pattern and then cut it into a spiral.
- Take any one of the square cut outs and fold any one corner towards the middle of the square.
- Now fold the opposite corner towards the middle (keeping the previous fold on its place).
- Overlap both folds by 1 cm and glue the overlapped part to secure the cone shape.
- Similarly, create cone patterns with the rest of the square cut outs.
- Take the spiral pattern and start rolling it from its outer edge towards the center and then glue the roll with the center to secure it
- This will be the center part of the flower.
- Cut out a round shape from a cardstock paper.
- The size of the round cut out would depend on the size of the square cut outs.
- Apply 8 lines of glue around the round pattern; from its outer edge towards the center, the lines don’t need to reach the center.
- I applied 8 lines of glue because I prepared 8 cones for each layer for the dahlia.
- The round pattern is the base.
- Take the large cones and place each cone on each lines of glue with the cones’ open (wider) end facing outwards.
- Make sure to keep even gaps between the cones and arrange them nicely.
- Go for the next layer with the medium sized cones.
- Glue the medium cones slightly inwards (joining the closed end of the cones at the center of the base and between 2 larger cones.
- Now glue the small sized cones similarly; gluing each small cone between 2 medium cones and towards the center.
- Finally glue the rolled spiral piece on the center to complete the dahlia flower.
- You can come up with many variation by mixing and matching different colours; and different numbers and layers of cones.
- Enjoy this fun and easy paper flower craft!
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