Are you looking for a fun, easy craft to do with your kids this spring or as a heartfelt Mother’s Day gift? Then today’s paper plate and cupcake liner flower craft tutorial is the perfect solution!
This simple DIY activity uses affordable materials you likely already have at home, making it budget-friendly while encouraging creativity in young minds. By following our step-by-step instructions, you and your children will create beautiful, cheerful blooms that make perfect decorations or keepsakes.
Get ready to grab your scissors and glue – this crafty project is ideal for a rainy spring afternoon or as a weekend activity for the whole family!
Not only is it easy to make with common household supplies, but it’s also a heartfelt way for children to express their creativity and love. Whether gifting it to a parent, grandparent, or friend, this craft doubles as a keepsake and a source of pride for young makers.
Craft Supplies:
Before you start crafting, gather the following materials. Most of these items can be found in your pantry or craft drawer, making this a low-prep, high-fun project.
- {1} Small White Paper Plate
- {1} Large Cupcake Liner
- {1} Small Cupcake Liner
- Scissors
- Craft Paint
- Paint Brush
- Low Temp Hot Glue Gun {adult supervision required}
- {1} Jumbo Popsicle Stick
- Printed Picture
- Embellishments
Got everything ready? Let’s move on to the fun part!
Directions:
Follow this guide to make your paper plate and cupcake liner flowers step by step. Feel free to adjust and experiment to create your unique floral masterpiece!
- First things first – paint your small paper plate and jumbo popsicle stick.
- Once done, set them both aside to let them dry completely.
- Next up – grab your two cupcake liners.
- Flatten them out with your hands.
- Use your scissors to cut a slight fringe around the edge on both. Be sure to fluff them up with your hands.
- Now we are ready to start assembling the flower! Grab your paper plate, liners and craft stick.
- Start by using a tiny bit of hot glue to secure the two cupcake liners {large on bottom, small on top} to the center of that painted paper plate.
- Follow that up by now gluing the paper plate to one end of the painted jumbo craft stick.
- Finally, trim down your photo and hot glue it in the center of everything.
- Add any other embellishments you see fit and allow it to dry completely.
- Then display proudly for ALL to see!
Ideas for Using Your Finished Craft:
Once your paper plate and cupcake liner flowers are complete, there are so many fun ways to use them.
- Mother’s Day Gift: Arrange the flowers into a bouquet and present them to mom or grandma. They’ll love the thought and effort that went into this DIY gift!
- Spring Decorations: Tape the flowers on windows, doors, or walls for a cheerful seasonal display.
- Classroom or Party Décor: Organize a crafting session as part of a spring-themed school activity or birthday party.
- Photo Props: Use the flowers as creative props for a family photoshoot – they double as keepsakes!
- Personal Touch: Add special messages or notes to the flowers for loved ones.
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Spring is a season of growth and creativity – what better way to celebrate than making vibrant, hand-crafted paper plate and cupcake liner flowers? Not only is this activity fun and easy for kids, but it also showcases their unique creativity and brings families closer together.
Whether you’re creating a stunning Mother’s Day bouquet or decorating your home for spring, this craft is a memory-making activity that’s as delightful as it is rewarding.
Get your supplies ready and start crafting your floral masterpiece today. We’d love to see the final results – share your creations on your various social media sites, using the hashtag #GluedToMyCrafts in the description! Happy crafting, my friends!
