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Tissue Paper Flower Bouquet
Tissue Paper Flowers are FUN all year round. They make a fun gift for Mom or can be used as bright centerpieces for parties, and are great in the classroom. |
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Cut several sheets of different colored tissue paper into even squares, 12 inches by 12 inches. |
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Select the colors for the flower. |
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Layer approximately 6-8 squares on top of one another. |
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Fold the sheets like an accordion, about half an inch wide. |
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Secure by "pinching" the middle with the pipe cleaner. |
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Loop the end of the pipe cleaner around the accordion center & twist. |
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Keep one end of the pipe cleaner long for the stem. |
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Gently pull each layer of tissue up toward the center. |
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Voila! You have a paper flower. |
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Extra Ideas: |
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Make several flowers and put in a glass vase for a fun centerpiece. Use blue shredded gift wrap to give the effect of water in the vase. Fold a piece of paper in half, use your imagination and decorate it with crayons to make a card. Lightly spray the flowers with your favorite perfume. This is a fun spring project that is good for all ages. * Young children should not handle scissors or glass. |
