Paper Flowers From Books

Turn worn out pages into something beautiful with these Paper Flowers From Books. This simple craft is a wonderful way to reuse old novels, damaged textbooks, or thrift store finds that are no longer readable. The soft printed words give each flower a vintage charm that makes them perfect for home decor, gifts, classroom decorations, or even fundraiser projects.

These easy crafts for kids and adults are surprisingly simple to make and look stunning displayed in a mason jar, tied onto a gift, or gathered into a bouquet.

Supplies

• Paper book pages, 4 sheets per flower
• Or tissue paper, 6 sheets per flower
• Floral wire or craft wire
• Ribbon
• Scissors

Instructions

1. Cut your paper into equal sized squares. Stack the squares neatly into a pile.
2. Starting at one edge, fold about 1/2 inch forward. Turn the stack over and fold another 1/2 inch. Continue folding back and forth in an accordion style until the entire stack is folded.
3. Cut a piece of wire about 12 inches long and fold it in half.
4. Place the center of the folded paper into the bend of the wire. Twist the wire tightly around the middle of the accordion to secure it.
5. Carefully fan out both sides of the folded paper.
6. Working one side at a time, gently lift the top layer of paper toward the center. Continue lifting each layer until it forms a full, fluffy flower. Repeat on the other side. Take your time since book pages can tear easily.
7. Twist the wire ends together to form a sturdy stem.
8. Tie a ribbon around the stem for a decorative finishing touch.

Your recycled book page flower is now ready to display.

Fun Facts About Recycling

Recycling paper makes a big difference for our planet. Recycling just one ton of paper can save:

• 17 trees
• 380 gallons of oil
• 4,000 kilowatts of energy
• 7,000 gallons of water

It is a great reminder that small projects can help teach kids about caring for the environment while creating something beautiful.

Source: Florida Tech – Interesting Facts about Recycling

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Paper Flowers From Books

Have some old books laying around that no one wants but you hate to just add them to the landfill? Turn them into these beautiful flowers that you might want to make for yourself, a friend or even for a fundraiser.

Supplies

• Paper book pages 4 sheets per flower
• Or tissue paper 6 sheets per flower
• Floral wire or craft wire
• Ribbon
• Scissors

Instructions

• Cut your paper into equal sized squares. Stack the squares neatly into a pile.
• Starting at one edge, fold about 1/2 inch forward. Turn the stack over and fold another 1/2 inch. Continue folding back and forth in an accordion style until the entire stack is folded.
• Cut a piece of wire about 12 inches long and fold it in half.
• Place the center of the folded paper into the bend of the wire. Twist the wire tightly around the middle of the accordion to secure it.
• Carefully fan out both sides of the folded paper.
• Working one side at a time, gently lift the top layer of paper toward the center. Continue lifting each layer until it forms a full, fluffy flower. Repeat on the other side. Take your time since book pages can tear easily.
• Twist the wire ends together to form a sturdy stem.
• Tie a ribbon around the stem for a decorative finishing touch.

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The FreeKidsCrafts Team

These projects are created by Terri, Betty, Jamie or one of the talented staff members at MakingFriends.com. They have been created exclusively for publication on FreeKidsCrafts.com with supplies you'll be able to find around your house.