Fridayx Pretties: DIY Paper Flowers






In the mood to make something?
How about these colorful flower-pompoms! They look quite impressive as a decoration for a party or - just for fun. And they are super easy to make. I know this is not exactly an easter thing, but - in case flowers are not yet in bloom where you are, they may add a touch of spring to your rooms - give it a try! I've made them last week as a creative project for the magazine, but also for my hubbys birthday.

Do you have anything planned for easter? I'm staying here, but, as the weather is really nice and sunny, i don't really mind. Going for long walks, having nice brunches and dinners with my family and friends, and just relaxing and celebrating the beauty around seems to be just the right thing!

Photos: Martina Voigt-Schmid
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28 comments:

  1. Castles Crowns and CottagesApril 21, 2011 at 5:47 AM

    Oh just what I need to get me through this hectic day with a SMILE MY FRIEND! Here I am, waiting to start CONFERENCES until 6:00PM tonight! LOVELY FLOWERS....I hope you too have a GRACEFUL DAY!!!! Anita

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  2. Marilyn [amafriend]April 21, 2011 at 5:58 AM

    Now I know what to do with the tissue I have piled up!! Thanks ♥

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  3. andrea createsApril 21, 2011 at 8:14 AM

    sounds like my kind of holiday-relaxing :)
    we won't be doing much either-
    great pompoms, thanks for sharing!

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  4. It's meApril 21, 2011 at 12:27 PM

    This is os nice!! happy friday pretties and happy easter......love love love Ria....xxx

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  5. birdie blueApril 21, 2011 at 6:09 PM

    oh, martina, i'm in love with your colorful flower pom poms. they're absolutely darling. i hope you have a lovely easter, my friend.

    xo
    ~molly

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  6. MonikaApril 21, 2011 at 9:07 PM

    My daughter is planing to make these for her upcoming wedding :)
    Happy Easter Martina, celebrating with family and friends sounds like a good time to me! We'll be doing the same:)

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  7. ArtiApril 21, 2011 at 10:59 PM

    Wow, so colorful and so creative and a lot of fun too! I would love to try out these sometime!
    Happy Easter celebrations, and enjoy your weekend, Martina:-)

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  8. The Dainty Dolls HouseApril 22, 2011 at 3:02 AM

    I remember making something like this in Art class as a child & I still make them..they are beautiful!! We will have dinner and spend time together here, and I hope the weather is nice for us all, a walk outside would be great :) Have a fantastic time!! xx

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  9. Castles Crowns and CottagesApril 22, 2011 at 3:16 AM

    Good morning beautiful! I hope your weekend will be as magical as mine...loving life, loving friends and family and just knowing that there IS LIFE after the gloomy gray of winter....I do believe! LOVE ANita

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  10. WiniApril 22, 2011 at 7:34 AM

    Hi Martina, your paper flowers look so beautiful! I used to make these as a child. I had a book on paper art. I feel so nostalgic now. Thank you for the memories! Happy Easter!! Wini xo

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  11. "Create Beauty"April 22, 2011 at 8:00 AM

    Martina, thatnk for the paper flower tutoral!
    Those are so pretty! I remember making these as a child with tissues (the type for our noses!)
    These are much more fabulous : ) ~ and colorful! I saw some huge ones in a florists gift shop... what delight!

    ~ Violet

    PS ~ Happy Easter!

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  12. THE ALTERNATIVE WIFEApril 22, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    I just love these, sweetie! Have a wonderful Easter weekend :) xoxo

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  13. Kirsty VittetoeApril 22, 2011 at 8:28 AM

    Great tutorial on those gorgeous blooms, thanks for sharing!
    I also love your NYC post, that make me missed that great city I once lived!
    Happy Easter my friend, have a blessed one!

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  14. Anna @ IHODApril 22, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    Oh I have been wanting to try these!! Yours turned out wonderfully.
    Your Easter weekend sounds lovely! I hope you enjoy and that you have a great time with your family!
    <3

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  15. GloriaApril 22, 2011 at 4:03 PM

    Beautiful project! Thanks for sharing! We are going out of town to visit family for Easter. I hope you have a happy Easter, dear friend...:)

    xoxo...Gloria

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  16. LibbieApril 22, 2011 at 7:16 PM

    Never thought of these for Easter!!! They are so fun in tgese delicious colors!!! Annie has a few in her room but I think we need a few more :)

    Hope you have a Happy Easter Martina & get to enjoy your boys!

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  17. koraleeApril 22, 2011 at 8:11 PM

    Oh what fun....I love these...I made some for my daughters room....I love your pink and RED!!!!

    Happy Easter my sweet friend...may your weekend be filled with JOY! and a few chocolate eggs. {the good chocolate!} xoxo

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  18. Martha LeverApril 23, 2011 at 4:52 AM

    Oh, how fun!! Thank you so much for showing us!

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  19. PCovi April 23, 2011 at 7:35 PM

    thank you Martina!!! i want these around me every day!!! i bought a huge package of all different pastels today too.
    happy easter friend!

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  20. Castles Crowns and CottagesApril 24, 2011 at 4:18 AM

    MARTINA!!! WHat a lovely and warm hearted comment you left me...but as always, your words are sweet to my heart! WE HAD A BLAST YESTERDAY and it was so simple....it was COLD TOO! I have a picture of myself that I must show you from yesterday, to show you how cold it was. Email me when you can:

    rivani@bethel.edu

    I SEND YOU MY HUGS AND KISSES FOR CELEBRATING THIS DAY with much joy...Easter is about NEW LIFE AND RESURRECTION!!!! Much love, Anita

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  21. Barbara von EngerApril 24, 2011 at 12:15 PM

    I adore these - so fun, playful and colourful.
    Happy Easter to you, my sweet friend;-)

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  22. ~*~ saskia ~*~April 24, 2011 at 7:05 PM

    Hallo liebe Martina, diese Blumen sind wirklich wunderbar! Ich liebe die zwei Farbe zusammen.
    Have a bright and joyful Oester Monntag!
    Much love xxxx

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  23. Poppies and SunshineApril 24, 2011 at 11:48 PM

    I love these! I made them once, and thought they were so easy to make. They sure make a beautiful decoration!
    I hope you had a great Easter! :)

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  24. Fé...April 25, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    Wow, what a work of art. I can't even tell if they're not real flowers. Gorgeous!

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  25. lori vliegenApril 25, 2011 at 12:36 PM

    thanks for the wonderful tutorial......i love your idea of hanging them from the ceiling! so festive!! happy birthday to your hubby! xo

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  26. *❀*April 26, 2011 at 7:17 AM

    Thank-You so much for sharing this How-to
    ..and beautifully presented it is too.

    i will now be making some of these lovely blooms as decoration for our Royal Wedding celebrations :o) the are just perfect!

    wamest wishes xxx

    millie

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  27. michelleApril 28, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    These are so pretty and what a great way to brighten up a day! :) I love how you hung them up! :)
    XO

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  28. VictoriaJanuary 9, 2012 at 5:00 AM

    This is beautiful Martina..you have me in the spirit now!
    victoria

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