Crafting a Beautiful Red Half-Open Rose with Crepe Paper| A Step-by-Step Guide|PaperCraft

Create a stunning half-open red rose using crepe paper to add a touch of elegance and beauty to your home decor or gifts. This step-by-step guide will walk you through the process of crafting a realistic and delicate rose that captures the essence of a flower in mid-bloom. Perfect for crafters of all skill levels, this project allows you to express your creativity and bring the timeless beauty of roses into your space. Materials Needed Red crepe paper Green crepe paper (for leaves and stem) Scissors Floral wire Floral tape Glue (white glue or hot glue gun) Pencil Ruler Step-by-Step Instructions Preparing the Petals: Cut the red crepe paper into strips approximately 2 inches wide and 6 inches long. Fold each strip in half lengthwise. Draw a petal shape on the folded paper, with the top wider and rounded, tapering down to the fold. Each strip will make two petals when cut. Cut out the petal shapes. You will need about 10-12 petals for one rose. Sha