Pretty Peonies Tutorial Story

Pretty Peonies Tutorial

Peonies are simply beautiful and classic. It’s no wonder we want to have them as our centerpieces, party decorations, and room decor.

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They make incredible additions to any decorations.

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That’s why I created a Peony Paper Flowers Template and this step-by-step tutorial so you can have these beautiful DIY decorations anywhere and everywhere!

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– Glue Gun – 65-pound cardstock – 18 gauge wire stem – Paper Blooms shaping mat and rolling tool – Peony paper flower templates

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Cut all 7 peony pieces out. Mine usually measures about 3.75 inches.

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Once you have cupped the petals, roll the center as well.

Use your fingers to push the petals a little tighter & position the petals so that they all fall in the same direction for a nice spiral look.

When you get down to the last 2 petals, cup them but leave them a little more open.

Tap the link below to see the full instructionS.

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