Creating a flower from tissue paper is a fun and straightforward craft that can add a lovely touch to any occasion. Here’s a simple guide to help you make your very own tissue paper flower.

Materials Needed:

• Tissue paper (in your choice of colours)
• Scissors
• Floral wire or pipe cleaners
• A ruler
• Adhesive (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare Your Tissue Paper: Start by cutting several sheets of tissue paper into rectangles. A good size to aim for is about 20 cm by 30 cm, but this can vary depending on how large you want your flower to be. The more layers you use, the fuller your flower will look.

2. Stack the Layers: Take the cut rectangles and neatly stack them on top of one another. You can use anywhere from 6 to 12 sheets, depending on how fluffy you want your flower.

3. Accordian Fold: Starting from one short side, begin folding the tissue paper in an accordion style, making each fold about 2-3 cm wide. Once you reach the end, it should look like a folded fan.

4. Secure the Centre: Use your floral wire or pipe cleaner to pinch the centre of your accordian-folded tissue and twist it tightly to secure it in place. This will serve as the stem of your flower.

5. Create Petals: Carefully separate the layers of tissue paper, gently pulling them apart towards the centre. You can do this for both sides to create a fluffy, full appearance. Be gentle as tissue paper can tear easily.

6. Final Touches: Once all the petals are fluffed out, feel free to trim the edges of the petals into different shapes, such as rounded or pointed, to achieve your desired look.

And there you have it! Your very own tissue paper flower, perfect for decoration or as a thoughtful handmade gift. Feel free to experiment with different colours and sizes to create a beautiful bouquet.