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Time Required :
Over an hour
Beginner
Beginner
You're new to the skills necessary to complete this project, or maybe you've tried them just once or twice before.

oversized paper poinsettias

Oversized paper flowers are all the rage and these beautiful poinsettias won't disappoint. They make an impactful and unique display for a holiday party.
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Print Project

Step 1

First, click here for the design in Cricut® Design Space™.

Step 2

Size the petals to make the flower size you wish to make.

Step 3

Click ‘Make It’ in the upper right corner of your screen.

Step 4

Now, click ‘Continue’ in the bottom right corner of your screen and choose the correct material.

Step 5

Place the cardstock onto your cutting mat. Load the mat into your Cricut® machine, then press the blinking Cricut® icon to start cutting.

Step 6

Once your machine is done cutting each layer, carefully peel the cut design from the mat.
TIP: Use your weeder tool to help with the detail areas.

Step 7

Cut a circle of cardboard for the base of each flower. Now, glue the petals to the cardboard using your hot glue gun.
TIP: Use the image as your guide.

Step 8

Glue the lighter green leaves under the flower.

Step 9

If desired, brush some Mod Podge® onto the ends of each petal and sprinkle on some red glitter.

Step 10

Add some Gold glitter glue to sparkle the centre of each flower. Let dry.

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Supplies
Materials
Materials
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Extra Fine Glitter by Recollections™, 1.5 oz.

    Item # 10185468 
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    $7.49
    • Color: Garnet
    • Size: 1.5 oz
    • Color: Garnet
    • Size: 1.5 oz
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    • Color: Garnet
    • Size: 1.5 oz
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Stickles™ Glitter Glue, Mettalix

    Item # 10999259 
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    $8.99
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    20000797
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    Mod Podge® Matte

    Item # 10406884 
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    $3.99
    • Color: White
    • Size: 2 oz
    • Color: White
    • Size: 2 oz
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    • Color: White
    • Size: 2 oz
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Mini Glue Sticks by ArtMinds™

    Item # 10203512 
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    $5.99
    • Color: Clear
    • Size: 0.28" x 4"
    • Count: 18
    • Color: Clear
    • Size: 0.28" x 4"
    • Count: 18
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    • Color: Clear
    • Size: 0.28" x 4"
    • Count: 18
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    You’ll Need: 5

    Smooth Solid Cardstock Paper by Recollections™, 12" x 12"

    Item # 10470525 
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    $1.29
    ea.
    • Color: Green
    • Size: 12" x 12"
    • Color: Green
    • Size: 12" x 12"
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    • Color: Green
    • Size: 12" x 12"
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Lipstick 12" x 12" Linen Texture Cardstock by Recollections™, 60 Sheets

    Item # 10615808 
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    $31.99
 
Tools
Tools
 
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    Low Temp Mini Glue Gun by Craft Smart®

    Item # 10301564 
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    $4.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Loops & Threads™ Straight Scissors

    Item # 10454201 
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    $8.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Cricut® Weeder Tool

    Item # 10471374 
    $9.74
    $12.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Cricut® Maker™

    Item # 10530225 
    $489.99
 
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Instructions
Step 1

First, click here for the design in Cricut® Design Space™.

Step 2

Size the petals to make the flower size you wish to make.

Step 3

Click ‘Make It’ in the upper right corner of your screen.

Step 4

Now, click ‘Continue’ in the bottom right corner of your screen and choose the correct material.

Step 5

Place the cardstock onto your cutting mat. Load the mat into your Cricut® machine, then press the blinking Cricut® icon to start cutting.

Step 6

Once your machine is done cutting each layer, carefully peel the cut design from the mat.
TIP: Use your weeder tool to help with the detail areas.

Step 7

Cut a circle of cardboard for the base of each flower. Now, glue the petals to the cardboard using your hot glue gun.
TIP: Use the image as your guide.

Step 8

Glue the lighter green leaves under the flower.

Step 9

If desired, brush some Mod Podge® onto the ends of each petal and sprinkle on some red glitter.

Step 10

Add some Gold glitter glue to sparkle the centre of each flower. Let dry.

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