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Paper Tulip Flower Craft with Printable Template

We are back with another great flower craft idea for kids, this time we will be making paper tulips (template included).

This cute craft would also make a great Mother’s Day card (or a card for your child’s favorite teacher). Super simple and sweet.

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Since you loved our handmade heart flower pattern so much, I decided this would be a variety and I got some fun unfoldable cards (well sketched out).

I thought I’d start with something simple and seasonal so I added another flower, this time tulips.

These cards are quite easy to fold and if you write a cute message inside, they make the best cards to give to friends, family or teachers.

Are you ready to make a bouquet of paper tulips? Let’s cut and fold!

How to make paper tulips

What you need

  • our printable template (you can get it at the end of this tutorial)
  • sheet of paper (white or colored)
  • printer
  • drag
  • craft stick
  • green
  • glue
  • green paper
  • paper clip

Optional: coloring tools – colored pencils, crayons, ink, tissue paper, markers, glitter…

Watch Video tutorial on how to make paper tulips

Or follow this step-by-step folding guide

Print our templates on regular printer paper.

If you print on white paper, color the flowers before cutting.

Cut out the tulip pattern.

Fold in half as shown below. Unfold.

Fold in half (perpendicular to previous fold) as shown below. Unfold.

Fold as shown below.

Write a message or draw a picture inside the flower.

Now comes the tricky part (I recommend watching the video for this part).

Look at the last fold you made – the double tulip fold. You need to push this fold “inside the tulip”. First one side.

And then there was that one.

If you did it right, you should see a tulip shaped flower.

Color the craft sticks green. Let the paint dry.

Apply a small amount of glue to one end.

Press the folded paper tulip into the glue.

Allow the glue time to set (press the glue down with your finger).

Have an extra sheet of butterfly paper that you can use, especially if you are printing on colored paper.

Color one of the butterflies and cut it out.

Glue the butterfly to a paper clip or a small clothespin.

Attach the butterfly to the flower – this will help keep the flower closed.

Now for finishing touches, cut a leaf from green paper and glue it onto the paper tulip.

Get the paper tulip craft pattern here

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Matthew Oldham

Name: Matthew Oldham Title: Author and Professional Illustrator Biography: Matthew Oldham is an accomplished author and illustrator, renowned for his engaging educational books published with Usborne. With a background in English literature, he has a flair for making complex subjects accessible and enjoyable for young readers. Before his writing career, he worked with the BBC, where he produced comedic radio programs. His transition into illustration allowed him to combine his love for storytelling with his artistic talents. Skills and Interests: Matthew’s illustrations are characterized by their vibrant colors and intricate details, bringing life to the subjects he writes about. He is an avid cyclist who enjoys exploring the outdoors, often drawing inspiration from nature for his artwork. On quieter days, he can be found lounging with a good book or sketching new ideas for his next project. Contributions: Matthew’s books cover a wide range of topics, from history and science to the wonders of the Earth. His illustrations not only complement his writing but also stand alone as works of art, exhibited in galleries and used in educational materials worldwide. His dedication to both writing and illustrating has made him a beloved figure in children’s literature and art education.

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