How to Make a Paper Rose

Making a paper rose is easy! I'll show you how!

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Colored construction paper
• Double-sided tape
• Pencil
• Scissors
• Vase (optional)

1. 
    

   Draw a spiral on a sheet of colored construction paper. The spiral pictured is 3" in diameter. Draw a larger or a smaller spiral for a larger or a smaller rose.

2. 
    

   Cut the spiral out along the lines.

3. 
    

   Starting from the outside, put a small piece of double-sided tape on end of paper. Roll spiral tightly to end (center).

4. 
    

   Rolling up the spiral.

5. 
    

   A rolled-up spiral.

6. 
    

   Hold finger on center of rose and let loose end unravel and loosen up a bit.

7. 
    

   Secure the other loose end with double-sided tape if desired.

8. 
    

   I think a big paper rose looks gorgeous perched atop a vase!

Tips & Warnings

• Use glue in place of tape, if desired.

[moonglow]

on 12/23/2008 I'm so glad you enjoyed the project!!!

[veryirie]

on 12/23/2008 Wow, this looks easy and fun! Your instructions for making a paper rose are straightforward and the pics are great too. Thanks for sharing this art work. :)