Oversize Paper Roses How-To

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Oversize Paper Roses How-To

Artist Noel Solomon creates beautiful giant roses using just paper, paint, and glue.

Oversize Paper Roses

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Create beautiful, larger-than-life roses using painted paper with this how-to from artist Noel Solomon of Fanciful Designs.

Tools and Materials

Two large (30-by-44-inch) sheets white paper
Interior latex paint in eggshell
Paintbrush
Glue

Oversize Paper Roses How-To:

Paint two large sheets of paper with interior latex paint; let dry.
To create center bud, tear an 8-by-30-inch scallop-like pattern so white paper underneath paint shows on edges. Place glue along straight side; roll paper to create bud.
Make four 8-by-6-inch torn petal shapes and attach to bud.
Make four 10-by-7-inch torn petal shapes; attach to outside of flower.
Make six 14-by-10-inch torn petal shapes; attach to outside of flower.
Curl petals gently to complete flower.

Resources

Martha Stewart Living Paint in Ballet Slipper Pink and Custard from The Home Depot.

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