Tissue Paper Flowers

What You Need

• Tissue paper in one or more colors
• Scissors
• Chenille stems or florist wire

Instructions

1. Stack eight pieces of unfolded tissue paper on top of one another, and cut them in half.
2. Take one stack of the tissue paper and fold one of the shorter edges down ½ to 1 inch from the edge. Make another fold the same size, but fold it back. Continue to make accordion-style folds until you’ve reached the other edge.
3. Use the scissors to round each end of the folded tissue paper. If you like, you can also cut a slit in the middle of each end.
4. Wrap a chenille stem or piece of floral wire around the center of the folded tissue paper, and twist to hold it together.
5. Very carefully, separate the layers of tissue from the ends to the center. Fluff as needed. Arrange some of your tissue paper flowers in a vase, glue them to a grapevine wreath, or use them to create a pretty centerpiece.

These easy-to-make spring decorations are great for welcoming the season without spending a lot of money. By creating your own décor, you can get your home all decked out for spring for less than you would pay for one or two ready-to-use items. So instead of going on a shopping spree, get creative!