Lets talk about coffee filter flowers!
Theyre handmade flowers made from, you guessed it, coffee filters!
Those paper things you use to brew coffee with?
Well turn them into flowers!
If you are a fan of pour over or drip coffee, you likely have them on hand.
Well use both basket and cone types, so get ready for a fun and cheap spring project.
Making thesepaper flowersis easy and cheap.
No need for fancy tools and materials.
Just a few simple things and a bit of creativity.
it’s possible for you to make them in different colors and sizes, perfect for decorating your home.
But thats not all.
These DIY flowers look like real flowers, but they last longer and cost less.
The best thing about them is you could make many kinds and you dont need much to start.
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What are Coffee Filter Flowers?
These stunning blooms are flowers crafted from paper coffee filters.
Yes, the filter that you use to brew your morning coffee.
It is great for making flowers as its easy to fold, light, and takes colors well.
you’re able to create different types of flowers with them just use your imagination.
Why Make Coffee Filter Flowers?
First, its cheap.
You dont need a lot of money to make them, unlike real flowers.
Also, they last a long time.
it’s possible for you to use them to decorate your home or keep them as special gifts.
Making these flowers can also help you relax.
Cutting, coloring and assembling can be calming.
Its a good way to feel less stressed.
And, theyre perfect for upcycling used coffee filters.
They often have a subtle, natural staining from coffee, which adds a vintage look to your flowers.
Flatten and fold in half.
This will define the petal structure.
you could experiment with different shapes to mimic real flower petals.
You need 5 to 6 coffee filters to make one flower.
Step 2: Coloring the Coffee Filters
Use watercolor or food coloring to paint the filters.
Dilute the colors in the cups, then dip the coffee filter.
Consider using brushes to spray bottle to create designs.
After coloring, allow them to dry completely.
Separate the layers and place them on a flat surface or hang them to dry.
Step 3: Assembling
Take a paper cup or glass.
confirm its clean and dry.
Fold a paper flower over the rim of the cup, with half inside and half outside.
Rotate the cup and repeat.
Now, add glue in between the first two flowers, then fold another flower.
Repeat for the remaining filters.
Allow the glue to dry.
Step 4: Removing the Flower
Flip it, then gently remove the cup.
I used this throw in of filter to make the small flowers.
Simply cut a circle, then repeat the same process as with the basket coffee filter.
Crafting a Coffee Filter Flower Bouquet
To make a bouquet, combine different coffee filter flower types.
Start by deciding on a cohesive color scheme.
Select complementing shades just like what I did to ensure a unified look.
Make flowers in various sizes and add green leaves and stems.
