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20 DIY Paper Flowers That'll Look Gorgeous at All Your Warm Weather Parties

No garden? No problem!

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It's no secret that everyone loves fresh flowers, but in recent years, fake flowers have blossomed from a budding trend into a full-grown sensation. In fact, these days, everyone from decorators to design bloggers are embracing faux flowers in their projects, at their events, and on social media. And for wonderful reason! Not only are they easier on the wallet than fresh flowers, but they'll obviously last much longer, and you won't have you worry about any wilting at your warmest summer dinner party.

Yes, handcrafted paper blooms offer one of the best ways to achieve that sought-after fresh flower look without any of the upkeep. But instead of purchasing artificial flowers—which can be just as (or even more) costly than the real deal—consider crafting your own DIY paper flowers from tissue paper, crepe paper, and even everyday household items like coffee filters and paper plates. From beautiful flower arrangements to brighten up your home to whimsical flower crowns to wear for special occasions, the only limit to what you can create is your imagination, since you can make all types of flowers in various sizes. To get you started, we rounded up 20 of the best DIY paper flower tutorials out there.

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DIY Paper Hydrangeas

These gorgeous, hand-painted hydrangea blooms are crafted from metallic paper for a subtle sheen that delicately catches the light. While this project may seem daunting, the stunning outcome will make it all worth it!

Get the tutorial at Lia Griffith.

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DIY Nasturtium Wreath

Follow this easy, step-by-step guide to bring a pop of color to your home décor. Use it as a wreath or wear it as a flower crown!

Get the tutorial at We Are Scout.

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DIY Paper Plate Flowers

Create beautiful blooms on a budget with this easy-to-follow tutorial. This affordable craft would be perfect for parties!

Get the tutorial at Muslin & Merlot.

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DIY Morning Glories

These cheerful flowers will be just as at home in your living space as they are in the still life paintings of the seventeenth-century Dutch and Flemish painters. Best of all, they can be made from any shade of blue crepe paper and still look natural.

Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.

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DIY Coffee Filter Flowers

Who knew you could create lovely little vase fillers using simple coffee filters? Red, orange, and metallic gold paints make this project perfect for fall, but you can always change up the colors to coordinate with the other seasons.

Get the tutorial at All Things Heart & Home.

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DIY Giant Crepe Paper Roses

For paper flowers with a big impact, try this tutorial for giant crepe paper roses. These beauties are ideal for parties, gifts, or photo shoots.

Get the tutorial at Studio DIY!.

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DIY Dahlia Paper Flower Wall

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DIY Paper Hyacinths

This bouquet will brighten up even the darkest of rooms. Embrace all the colors of the rainbow with this fun paper hyacinth project.

Get the tutorial at One Little Project.

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DIY Crepe Paper Flowers

These simple crepe paper flowers offer a charming way to spread cheer to your friends and family. Experiment with petal shapes to make each bloom one of a kind and special.

Get the tutorial at The Art of Simple.

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DIY Oversized Paper Flowers Chalkboard

Add some charm to your chalkboard by adorning it with DIY oversized paper flowers. This tutorial calls for a paper cutter machine, but you can also cut the petals and leaves by hand.

Get the tutorial at Crate & Babble.

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DIY Tissue Paper Poppy Magnets

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DIY Pale Pink Paper Flowers

These lovely pastel pink paper flowers are easy to make and require only a few sheets of cardstock. Show them off in a vase or attach them to the top of a gift box, as shown in this tutorial.

Get the tutorial at Frog Prince Paperie.

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DIY Paper Flowers Cake Topper

You don't have to spend a lot of time or money to decorate a cake. This easy DIY cake topper uses paper flowers for a fun and festive effect.

Get the tutorial at Pretty Providence.

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DIY Paper Flower Wall Art

Looking for large-scale wall art that won't break the bank? This is the tutorial for you! This project mixes white gardenias, roses, and ranunculus for a neutral look that will work with a variety of decors.

Get the tutorial at Maison De Pax.

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DIY Persimmon Paper Roses

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DIY Badminton Birdie Flowers

This tutorial incorporates badminton birdies, giant pom poms and colorful paper for a lively bouquet to brighten your day. The playful colors and materials make this project a fun one to try with kids.

Get the tutorial at Handmade Charlotte.

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DIY Hanging Vine Garden

Bright hanging garlands are a win for any celebration! These colorful vines only take a few snips of paper and dabs of glue to put together.

Get the tutorial at A Subtle Revelry.

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DIY Felt Flowers

For a little extra texture, try crafting faux flowers from felt. All you'll need to complete this project are your favorite felt colors and a bag of straws.

Get the tutorial at Delineate Your Dwelling.

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DIY Tricolor Ginger Plant

If you're into house plants but weren't blessed with a green thumb, then you'll love this project. Inspired by a tricolor ginger, this plant will bring a little nature into your home—and best of all, it'll last forever.

Get the tutorial at Ohoh Deco.

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DIY Oversized Spellbound Rose

This project is modeled after the Spellbound rose, a lovely pink hybrid tea rose. Blogger Jennifer Maker created this unique design by deconstructing a real rose, scanning the petals into her computer, and tracing each petal one in her design software.

Get the tutorial at Jennifer Maker.

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Tierney McAfee Tierney McAfee is a freelance writer and Country Living and The Pioneer Woman contributor who covers entertainment, holiday & entertaining, food & drinks, design ideas, DIY, and more.

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