How Many Types of Crepe Paper Are There?
Crepe paper comes in various types, each suitable for different floral designs and purposes, including:
- Chinese Crepe Paper: This type is quite stiff, ideal for creating flowers that require high rigidity, such as large paper sunflowers. Chinese crepe paper is widely available and affordable, costing only 15k VND per square meter.
- Korean Crepe Paper: Known for its exceptional softness and smooth texture, this paper is perfect for crafting small paper flowers like paper roses and paper tulips.
- Italian Crepe Paper: Characterized by its large fibers and advanced color-fastening technology, this paper ensures colors remain vibrant over time. Both Korean and Italian crepe papers are priced at 18k VND per square meter, so be sure to compare prices before purchasing.
Due to the variety of crepe paper types, it can be used to create numerous flower designs. Almost all common flowers can be made from crepe paper, provided the artisan has the skill and craftsmanship. To create beautiful crepe paper flowers, artisans must not only practice but also infuse their emotions into each fold and crease, embodying true artistry.
There are many types of handmade flowers made from paper. Below, explore some unique and natural ways to create flowers using crepe paper!
How to Make Crepe Paper Roses
Roses symbolize love between couples. On special occasions, partners exchange roses to express their affection. However, fresh roses don’t last long and lack uniqueness. Making crepe paper roses is a wonderful alternative, especially during holidays when they are in high demand. Crepe paper roses come in various colors and styles, and their longevity makes them a popular choice.
Materials
- Crepe paper in your preferred color
- Small wire, scissors
- Green waxed tape for the stem
Steps
Step 1: Cut crepe paper into long strips about 6-10 cm wide (cut horizontally across the paper).
Step 2: Fold a small edge at the start, then twist it along the paper’s edge. Repeat every 2 cm until the entire strip is twisted.
How to make stunning crepe paper roses
At the end, twist it into a circle and fold the edge inside to finish.
How to make stunning crepe paper roses
Step 3: Starting from the twisted end, wrap the paper around the wire stem, keeping the petals close together. Ensure the wrapping is tight to prevent loosening.
How to make stunning crepe paper roses
Step 4: Secure with string or small wire. Bend the petals gently for a natural look.
How to make stunning crepe paper roses
Step 5: Finally, use green waxed tape to cover from the base of the flower to the end of the stem. Repeat for other flowers. Place them in a glass vase, choosing the size based on the stem length. You can create roses with varying shades.
A lovely crepe paper rose bouquet, lifelike and charming
How to Make Crepe Paper Tulips
Materials
- Crepe paper for flowers (any color) and green paper for leaves.
- A sturdy wire for the stem.
- Candy (or a round object) for the flower stamen.
- Green waxed tape.
- Double-sided tape, pliers, scissors.
Steps
Step 1: Cut crepe paper into 20×2 cm strips for the petals.
Step 2: Twist the center of the paper strip and fold it in half. Gently pull the edges of the two layers at the fold’s center. Curl the tip to shape the tulip petal.
Step 3: Repeat Step 2 to create more petals.
Step 4: Arrange 3 petals around the candy (or round object), securing the base to the stem with wire or tape. Complete the first layer of petals.
Step 5: Add 3 more petals to form the second layer, alternating with the first layer.
Step 6: Trim excess paper below the tulip’s base and wrap green waxed tape around the stem and base.
Step 7: Cut green paper into 1×15 cm strips for leaves. Use a stick to shape the leaves naturally.
Step 8: Attach the leaf to the stem with green waxed tape, 4-5 cm below the flower.
Step 9: Repeat with different colors to create various tulip stems!
How to Make Crepe Paper Baby’s Breath
Materials
- White crepe paper
- 1 roll of dark yellow yarn
- 1 roll of yellow thread
- Wire
- 1 roll of green waxed tape
- Glue, stapler
Steps
Step 1: Wrap yellow yarn 15 times around your index and middle fingers. Tie the yarn with yellow thread, then cut one end.
Step 2: Place the yarn bundle at the wire’s tip and secure it to form the stamen. Wrap green waxed tape below the stamen.
Step 3: Cut white paper into a 14×4 cm rectangle. Fold it in half and staple it. Cut 3.2 cm long, 0.8 cm wide fringes. Round the fringe tips to shape the petals. Repeat for other petals. Gently pull the paper edges to stretch the petals.
Step 4: Apply glue to the petal tips and attach them below the stamen. Wrap and glue the petals around the stamen, ensuring they alternate with previous layers.
Step 5: The flower will look like the image below when petals are wrapped around the stamen.
Step 6: Cut a 4 cm long piece of green waxed tape, fringe it, and attach it below the petals to form the calyx.
Step 7: Wrap green waxed tape around the calyx and wire to complete the stem. Repeat for other baby’s breath stems.
How to Make Crepe Paper Lotus
Materials
– Crepe paper in various colors: Pink, Yellow, White, Green
– Wire
– A sturdy cord for the stem (e.g., electrical wire core)
– Glue (milk glue, waxed tape)
Steps
Step 1: Make the stamen
– Cut pink crepe paper into a 10cm x 50 cm rectangle. Fold 3 cm along the length.
Start with the stamen
– Cut 0.7cm x 0.2 cm fringes. Use scissors or a tool to curl them.
– Roll the paper, applying glue intermittently to prevent unraveling.
Simple yet beautiful crepe paper flowers
– Cut a 20cm x 8 cm yellow rectangle with 4cm x 0.2 cm fringes.
Simple yet beautiful crepe paper flowers
– Twist the fringes around the stamen.
Making the stamen
– Wrap the fringes around the stamen.
Making the stamen
– Secure with wire.
Step 2: Make the petals
– A lotus typically has over 10 petals. Make 12 petals in three sizes: small, medium, and large.
– Draw petal shapes on paper for cutting. Use graph paper for sizing.
Making petals
– Cut and curl the petals.
Making petals
– Shape the petal bases.
Making petals
– Repeat for all petals.
Step 3: Assemble petals and stamen
– Start with 3 small petals, evenly spaced.
Assembling petals and stamen
– Add 3 medium petals between the small ones.
Assembling petals and stamen
– Add 6 large petals, alternating with small and medium petals.
Assembling petals and stamen
– Secure with wire and insert the electrical wire stem.
– Trim excess paper and wrap with waxed tape.
Step 4: Make the leaves
– Cut green crepe paper into 30cm x 15 cm rectangles. Apply glue to one edge.
– Fold the paper to create a closed loop.
– Secure one end with wire to form the leaf base.
– Insert the electrical wire and wrap with waxed tape.
– Open the leaf and create creases along the edges.
– Voilà! Here’s the finished product. It’s not difficult at all!
How to Make Crepe Paper Bellflowers
Materials
- Crepe paper: Red, Blue, White for flowers. Green for leaves
- Wire stems
- Thread
- Scissors
- Green waxed tape.
Steps
1. Cut wire stems to the desired height for bellflowers.
2. Use 5cm wide, 10cm long green crepe paper, fold it horizontally, and wrap it around the wire to form the stamen. Secure with waxed tape.
3. Use 2cm wide, 10cm long blue crepe paper, twist it in the middle to shape the petal. Place your thumbs in the center and twist the paper in opposite directions (similar to tulips). Stretch the center to create a curved, puffy petal. Make 5 petals.
6. Secure the 5 petals to the wire (with the stamen) using thread (opposite to tulips).
7. Wrap the flower base with green waxed tape.
8. Shape green crepe paper into leaves and attach them to the stem with waxed tape.
How to Make Crepe Paper Sunflowers
Materials
- Crepe paper: Yellow, Green, Brown
- Milk glue
- Scissors, pliers
- Green waxed tape
- Double-sided tape
- Wire
Steps
Step 1: Cut brown crepe paper into long strips, fold them in half (4 cm wide), and cut fringes to form the stamen. Make 4 strips.
Step 2: Wrap the strips around the stem, securing them with glue.
Step 3: Use a large 8 cm wide yellow strip, fold it, and cut petal shapes. Open the paper and shape the petals with scissors.
Step 4: Wrap the petals around the stamen, securing them with glue. Add another layer of petals.
Step 5: Cut green crepe paper into sharp leaf shapes. Shape the leaves and narrow the tips.
Step 6: Wrap the green leaves around the base of the petals.
Step 7: Wrap the stem with green waxed tape.
Step 8: Attach a wire to a green rectangular paper, cut it into a leaf shape, and secure it to the stem with waxed tape to complete the sunflower.
How to Make Crepe Paper Carnations
Materials
- Crepe paper in various colors
- Scissors
- Wire
- Green waxed tape
- Thread or string
Steps
1. Cut crepe paper into 9 x 40 cm strips. Fold the edge 3 cm down. Use your thumbs to curl the edge.
2. Cut a 20 cm wire, bend 2 cm down, place it at the paper’s edge, and roll it into a flower shape. Secure with thread.
3. Trim the base and wrap it with waxed tape to form the calyx. Use scissors to shape the petals for a blooming effect.
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