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How to make DIY carnation paper flowers from napkins

I have introduced many ways to make paper flowers before, but this is probably my first time using napkins to DIY beautiful carnations. It is somewhat similar to how to make DIY paper flowers from silk paper, and the effect is the same. We can use napkins to make carnations and place them randomly in vases to decorate our homes. The whole room will instantly feel warmer and brighter! Let’s follow the tutorial below to make your own carnation bouquet.

How to make DIY carnation paper flowers from napkins

Materials for homemade carnations:

Napkin, watercolor pen, scissors, green ribbon, hairpins.

How to make DIY carnation paper flowers from napkins

Steps to make homemade carnations:

Fold the napkin back and forth like a fan, clamp it in the middle with a small clip, and then paint both sides with watercolor pens.

How to make DIY carnation paper flowers from napkins

The flower part is finished, simple enough~

How to make DIY carnation paper flowers from napkins

Make several more colors of carnations to matchIt’s beautiful when you stand up!

How to make DIY carnation paper flowers from napkins

Then use green ribbon to make leaves.

How to make DIY carnation paper flowers from napkins

Assemble the carnation flowers and leaves and you are done.

How to make DIY carnation paper flowers from napkins