The poppy flower is a symbol of respect for those who have lost their lives serving our country. Ken Wingard shares how to create them as a special Memorial Day tribute.
- Red crepe paper
- Black crepe paper
- Floral wire
- Floral tape
- Driftwood or wood block
- Drill with small drill bit
- For each flower cut out 4 petals from red crepe with the grain going vertically.
- Cut out two 2” squares and a 1.5” x 4” rectangle from black crepe paper with the grain running the short way.
- Ball up one square and wrap the second square around it, then gather it at the bottom.
- Cut slits down the length of the rectangle and wrap it around the first pieces, pinching it along the bottom as you go.
- Place the petals around the black center, gathering at the bottom.
- Wrap the end of a piece of floral wire around the flower.
- Starting at the flower, wrap with floral tape extending down the length of the floral wire.
- Drill small holes in driftwood or block of wood. The holes can be spaced randomly or in even rows. If using a wood block this can be stained or distressed beforehand if desired.
- Apply glue into the holes.
- Insert the end of each poppy into a hole.
- Bend the floral wire to desired angle for each poppy, place into décor and enjoy!