Paper Flowers: Make a Charm Peony Hair Clip by Livia Cetti of The Green Vase

All levels | 28 min 42 sec

Introduction
Overview00:53

Materials
Materials02:57

Make Charm Peony
Bleach and prepare paper04:27
Assemble peony17:01
Finish hair clip03:24

Taught by Livia Cetti of The Green Vase

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In this class, paper flower artist Livia Cetti shares her technique for making everyone’s favorite flower: the peony. You will learn how to bleach the paper, cut out the petals, and put them all together to make a lush, realistic bloom. She then teaches you how to attach a hair clip to the bloom, making it a perfect long-lasting accessory – and a perfect way to enjoy this special bloom year-round.

Here’s what you’ll need:

Materials:

Tissue papers - about one sheet each in peach / soft pink / yellow
Household bleach
Metal or glass container for mixing bleach solution
Paper scissors
Wire cutters
Bobby pins
½”-wide light green floral tape
18-gauge 18”-long straight floral wire
22-gauge 18”-long straight floral wire
Cutting mat
Transparent quilting ruler
Rotary cutter
Metal or plastic drying rack

Downloads:

Download Materials List Livia_Cetti_Charm_Peony.pdf

Learn how to:

Cut paper on the grain
Bleach paper
Cut out petals
Assemble blooms with floral tape
Create a hair clip

What you’ll get:

Easy-to-follow class by expert instructor Livia Cetti of The Green Vase, on how to make a paper peony hair clip
4 HD video lessons you can access online anytime, anywhere
Step-by-step instruction and downloadable PDF pattern included
The ability to leave comments, ask questions and interact with other students