Rolled Paper Flowers-Tips And Ideas
Professional scrapbook artist, paper crafter, and author, I have taught people how to make family memories into legacies for 20 years.
There are dozens of different types of rolled paper flowers to create
Rolled paper flowers have become extremely popular in the last few years. Even if you have never quilled before, they are easy to make and more fun than you can imagine.
You can use them on greeting cards, scrapbook pages, wreaths, the floating tea cups, and even as part of a seasonal arrangement. You are only limited by your imagination.
They are a great way to use your scraps of paper. You can create the size of the flower based on the scrap that you have.
Why not used printed paper? If you are using a single sided printed paper, make sure that the printed side is on the inside of you roll. that way when you open the roll, you will see the print. I tend to use small prints. They seem to work better.
Think of all the wonderful things you could create with printed flowers.
Rolled Paper Flowers
Here are just a few of my recently made rolled paper flowers. I keep them on hand for cards, scrapbook pages, wreaths and more
Basic Supplies For Rolled Paper Flowers
There are just a few supplies that you need to create rolled paper flowers. Most of these supplies, you probably have on hand.
Card Stock
There are a variety of card stock or papers that you can use to create your rolled flowers. Make sure that the paper that you use is strong enough to hold the shape, but not too stiff so that it will not roll. Consider different kinds of paper including glitter and metallic papers.
Scissors
You will need a small detail scissor to cut and trim your flowers. If you are hand cutting your flower template, a sharp small scissor works fine.
Electronic Cutting Machines
Many cutting machines have rolled flower patterns built into the program. These cutting machines make it easy to cut multiple flowers at once. There are also free patterns that you can download throughout the internet. Just type in "free rolled flower files in your browser" and find a treasure trove of freebies.
Dies And Die Cutting Machines
There are dies that you can purchase to cut rolled flowers with your die cutting machine. Some of these are too intricate to cut by hand. Makes the task easier and quicker.
Quilling Tool
The quilling tool is used to roll the flower into a shape. There are two different tools. One looks like a needle. Another holds the paper in a slot to roll it. Though you can use other things to roll your flowers, the tool makes a quick job of getting it done.
Glue Application Bottle-An important Tool
Making Wreaths With Rolled Flowers
Rolled paper flowers are the perfect addition to any wreath. They can be done is seasonal colors. They can also be used for a baby shower in blue or pink. Chose white or bridal colors for a feature in bridal decor
Correa Creations
The size of your flowers depend on the size of your template, These are my smallest flower size
Rolled Flower Templates
These are some of the templates that I have cut from my Cricut Electronic Cutting Machine. In this case,I used my Explore 2
Templates And Dies For Rolled Flowers
There are two ways to get and cut your rolled flowers- use a template or a die to cut your pattern.
Templates-there are so many templates available to cut all kinds of different rolled flowers. Some you can purchase and some are free to use. These templates can be cut on your electronic cutting machine or cut by hand
Dies- Some companies like Crafter's Companion make dies that you can cut for rolled flowers. They are very detailed and defined to specific types of flowers.
Gently run an ink pad over the top of your rolled flowers to create additional definition. I used a Momento ink called Potters Clay to create the drfinition on these flowers.
Specific Machine Guides for Rolled Flower Templates
- Rolled Paper Roses
Silhouette101 is the official learning hub for all things Silhouette. Explore how-to tutorials, instructional videos, product manuals, free eBooks and more. - Four Free Rolled Paper Flower Silhouette Design Files - Silhouette School
Guide to using the silhouette to cut rolled paper flower templates.
Spring Rolled Flower Arrangement
Rolled paper flower arrangement for spring. Flowers was made and then hot glued to the stem.
Step By Step Guide To Cutting Rolled Flowers
- If you are using an electronic cutting machine, like Cricut or the Silhouette, upload your template. Or select a template from your program.
- Adjust the size of your flower
- Cut the template following the manufacturer's direction
- Using a quilling tool, roll your flowers
- Holding the flower, add glue and hold for a minute or two until the flower sets
Hand Cut Rolled Paper Flowers
Making Rolled Flowers By Hand
You can make rolled flowers by hand without either a cutting machine or a die. All you have to do is find a picture in Google images and free hand copy the template of your choice.
- Cut a square piece of card stock in the size that you want your flower to be.
- With a pencil, freehand draw the template from a Google image.
- Cut your template with a pair of scissors
- Roll the flower with a quilling tool
- Glue the flower and press for a moment to keep the shape in place.
You can also copy the template that you might see into your photos and then size the photo and print it on cardstock
Making Rolled Paper Flowers Without A Template Or Die
- Spiral Paper Flower Template - Bing images
Dozens of images on Bing to help you hand cut paper flowers - How to Make Rolled Paper Roses | HGTV
Paper flowers fashioned from old book pages, newspaper or brown Kraft paper are a frugal alternative to store-bought ribbons and bows. - Rolled Paper Flower | Paper Crafts
Beautiful origami paper is used to create darling flowers that can be used in so many projects! They are perfect for wedding and party decor! - Rolled Paper Flowers: 9 Steps (with Pictures)
Rolled Paper Flowers: Create simple and lovely paper flowers for a unique {and inexpensive!} take on a wedding bouquet, centerpiece, boutineer and more. Using scrapbook paper, a glue gun and some florist wire, you can create these flowers. - DIY Paper Rolled Roses Tutorial | Mid-South Bride
This tutorial shows you how to make rolled paper roses - How to Make Rolled Paper Flowers
How to make paper flowers - These rolled paper flowers are super easy and surprisingly fun to make! Here's an easy tutorial to get you started.
Dies are easy to use for rolled flowers. You use a die machine to cut the die, Then you roll and glue the flowers together. Showing the die and the die cut. Upper right hand corner shows the flower after it is rolled, Then the final flower design/
Using A Die For Rolled Flowers
It is easy to create a rolled flower from a die and some card stock.
- Following the manufacturer directions, create a sandwich with your rolled flower die, some card stock and the required plates
- Run the plates, die and card stock through your manual or electronic die cut machine
- Using a quilling tool, roll the flower into shape.
- Holding the flower, add glue and hold in place for a minute or two
Using The Quilling Tool For Rolled Flowers
You start at the outer end and roll into the center of the template. The round piece on the inner most part of the tool is used to glue the flower to. It acts as a base
Rolling And Gluing The Rolled Flower
- Insert the outer edge of the rolled flower into the slot at the top of the quilling tool. It is very small, but is there,
- Start tightly rolling the flower. Make sure it is snug, but not too tight.Roll the flower counter clock wise in the quilling tool. If it falls out of the tool, just start over.
- Roll as evenly as possible, bot on the top and the bottom of the roll
- Keep rolling until you get to almost the end. Do nit roll the circle at the end of the flower
- Holding the roll in one hand, remove it from the quilling tool.
- Apply glue to the bottom ( the round part) Sit the flower on top of the base and press for a minute or two,
- Adjust the roll on the base, depending how tightly you want your flower.
- Press on the bottom to the top fir a minute
- Allow the flower to dry
Once you have the flowers glued and they have dried, you can work the petals to create a more lifelike flower
Free Rolled Paper Flower Tutorials And Free Templates
- How to Make a Simple Rolled Paper Sunflower - Jennifer Maker
Make a simple sunflower with this tutorial - Rolled Paper Rose Tutorial - Fun & Realistic! - Jennifer Maker
Enjoy roses anytime of the year with this tutorial to make a rolled paper rose, complete with a long stem and rose leaves! - 12 Free rolled flower svg Templates - DIY 3d Paper flowers - DOMESTIC HEIGHTS
These are 12 free svg files for flowers. She does require you to sign up for her newsletter.
You can take a rolled flower and make an arrangement for your home or as a gift. Simply bend a floral wire and hot glue the flower to the stem. Wrap it in floral wire, Add paper or silk leaves. Arrange in a vase or a container.
Rolled Paper Flower Projects
- 101 Days of Christmas: Rolled Paper Flower Arrangement > Life Your Way
Small rolled flower Christmas arragngement - Erin Reed Makes: Upcycled Framed Rolled Paper Flower Decor
Use an old frame to create a rolled paper flower design within a frame - Rolled Paper Flower Spring Wreath--with Cricut Explore Air 2!
Make a simple spring wreath with rolled paper flowers - Rolled Paper Flower Shadowbox | Occasionally Crafty: Rolled Paper Flower Shadowbox
Learn how to create a rolled paper shadow box - Rolled Paper Flower Shadow Box - Creative Ramblings
Learn how to create a rolled paper flower shadow box and make your own bold and colorful floral wall art. Use your Silhouette to create paper flowers. - Rolled Paper Flower Sign - thecraftpatchblog.com
Learn how to make quick and easy rolled paper flowers with your Silhouette Cameo machine and use them to decorate a cute wooden sign.
© 2019 Linda F Correa
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Linda F Correa (author) from Spring Hill Florida on October 06, 2019:
Thank for all the positive feedback
KT Dunn from United States on October 05, 2019:
Lots of great information here, as well as projects! This article has inspired me to try paper crafting, especially flowers.
Chitrangada Sharan from New Delhi, India on October 05, 2019:
All these look so beautiful. Neat work and creative ideas.
Thanks for sharing the details.
Peggy Woods from Houston, Texas on October 05, 2019:
These rolled paper flowers are very pretty. Thanks for letting us know how you make them.
