Making Handmade Rose Gifts Using Organza and Silk Fabrics: Step-by-Step Instructions for October 20th

Are you looking for a unique and heartfelt way to honor the special women in your life on Vietnamese Women's Day (October 20th)? If so, then this article has you covered! We will walk you through the steps to craft beautiful fabric roses out of silk and chiffon - a perfect way to show your appreciation for the amazing mothers, wives, girlfriends, older sisters and teachers in your life.

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17 August, 2023

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What Giving Roses on October 20th Symbolizes

Roses, often referred to as “the queen of flowers,” are revered for their stunning beauty and timeless symbolization of love. Similarly, Vietnamese women embody the resilience and selflessness comparable to roses. They selflessly navigate through adversity, offering unwavering support and radiating their own unique beauty and loving qualities, thus rightfully earning the title of queens.

One can also express gratitude and respect for the women in their lives through the gift of roses. With their timeless beauty and symbolism, roses make for the perfect gifts on October 20th.

Making a Rose Out of Voile Fabric

First, gather all the materials needed: voile fabric, scissors, wire, floral tape, and a stem.
Cut the voile fabric into 3-4 strips of different lengths. The longer the strip, the larger the rose will be.
Take one strip of voile fabric and fold it in half lengthwise.
Beginning at one end, roll the fabric tightly, keeping the folded side on the inside.
Once the fabric is fully rolled, secure the end with floral tape.
Repeat steps 3-5 with the remaining fabric strips, varying the lengths to create different sizes of roses.
To create the rosebud, tightly roll a small strip of voile fabric and secure with floral tape.
Attach the wired stems to the base of each rose using floral tape.
Lastly, arrange the roses and rosebud together, and wrap the stems with floral tape to create a bouquet.

Step 1: Begin by utilizing a mold to meticulously craft a zinc ring in the exquisite form of delicate rose petals.

Step 2:

Wrap the zinc frame evenly with voile fabric.

Step 3: Use a thread to securely attach the zinc frame to the voile fabric, ensuring a tight and professional finish. Trim any excess fabric for a clean and polished final look.

After wrapping the first layer of fabric, proceed to wrap another layer using the same thread.

Step 4: Use a 3 cm diameter mold to create the flower bases.

To securely attach the flower base to the zinc frame, carefully wrap fabric around the frame and fasten it tightly with a thread. This technique ensures a secure and professional finish.

Flower Garden

Step 5: Gently stretch the petals and then use a chopstick or pen to shape two of the petals.

Please refer to the image below to see the shape of the petals.

To shape the outer petals, a 2 cm mold is utilized.

To achieve the desired shape, employ a 4 cm mold to carefully curve the petals and ensure that the excess zinc is bent at right angles to the petals.

Flower

Step 7:

Once the petals have been assembled, use a plastic-coated steel branch to create the stem for the flower.

Step 8:

Using pliers, carefully bend the steel branch to the desired shape. Next, take a durable thread and proceed to wrap it securely around the flower and stem, ensuring they are firmly held together.

Step 9: Stack the flower base on top of the 3rd layer of flowers and securely wrap them together using a thread.

Step 10: Apply wax glue to the flower stem, wrapping it closely to the base in order to hide the thread.

To make the petals more realistic, use your hand to create waves.

Thank you for successfully creating a beautiful rose using voile fabric in a straightforward manner.

“Instructions for Crafting a Silk or Satin Fabric Rose”

Gather all the materials needed: silk fabric (satin fabric), scissors, wire, floral tape.
Cut a piece of silk fabric into a circle shape. The size of the circle will determine the size of the rose.
Starting from the edge of the circle, cut a spiral shape towards the center of the fabric. Leave a small circle at the center.
Hold the center of the spiral fabric and start rolling it tightly towards the outer edge.
Secure the rolled fabric with floral tape to hold it in place.
Shape the petals by gently pulling them outward.
Attach a wire to the base of the rose for a stem.
Cover the wire with floral tape for a finished look.
Your silk rose is now complete!

Instructions:

Step 1: Cut a piece of fabric in the shape of a rectangle with a width of 5 cm and a length of 80 cm.

Step 2: Fold the fabric in half lengthwise and secure an elastic band
Sew or gather the elastic band to the fabric until it is fully attached (similar to the picture)

Step 3:

Cut a round velvet fabric with a diameter of 4 – 4.5 cm. Use a pen to draw a spiral and apply glue along the pen line as shown in the picture.

Step 4: Attach the flower base along the pen line until the innermost spiral.

Step 5: Carefully fold and secure any excess fabric using a glue gun, as shown in the picture.

Step 6:

Using a glue gun, carefully attach the final flower to the center position, as shown in the picture below. Ensure that it is securely adhered.

You have successfully created a beautiful rose using silk fabric (specifically satin fabric).

4 Tips for Crafting Fabric Roses

In order to create a stunning and flawless fabric rose product, it is crucial to consider the following factors:

When selecting colors for fabric roses, it is important to take into account the personal preferences of the recipient.
When working with scissors and glue guns, it is important to exercise caution in order to prevent any unforeseen hand injuries. Additionally, proficiency in utilizing these tools is necessary to enhance the overall aesthetics of the final product. Ensuring the appropriate consistency of the glue is also imperative, as excessive thickness or thinness could compromise the beauty of the flower.
For optimal results in creating sharp flower petals, it is advisable to use a stiffer fabric.
When arranging flowers, it is important to consider the size of the flower stem in relation to the flower itself. The stem should be balanced with the flower to create a harmonious arrangement. It should not be too large or too small, as this would detract from the overall beauty of the arrangement.

This article offers step-by-step instructions on creating roses using voile and silk fabric, perfect for commemorating October 20th. Should you have any inquiries or require further assistance, kindly leave a comment below and we will be delighted to help you.