Décor Made Easy!

In a recent episode of Art & Soul, I shared a wall hanging made of nine 12"x12" canvases that I plan to use in my art studio at home. Since the episode went online, we've received several requests for more information on the project--specifically, how to make the great Background and Texture paper patterned flowers that are the focal point of the canvases.

Here are some simple instructions to help you recreate the look on your own. Happy creating!


First, start with a single 3" square of patterned paper.

1. Fold the square into a triangle, with the "wrong" side (or back side) of the B&T folded to the inside.

2. Fold both bottom points up to meet at the top point.

3. Fold the flaps in half downward ("on themselves"), lining up the straight edges.

4. Open the fold, which will make a pocket on the backside. The flatten the paper, creating a "kite" shape.

5. Fold the points on the flaps down making a triangle. You will now be able to see a small triangle featuring the back side design of your B&T paper.

6. Fold flaps on themselves on the pre-existing crease.

7. Roll the petal together so that the two flat edges touch. Adhere the flat edges securely, which will form a tight "bud."

8. Repeat steps 1-7 again with additional squares of B&T paper to create a total of five "buds." Glue together the five buds to make a flower. You can trim down the petals to make the flower sit flat, and you may also choose to add embellishments, such as Pretty Pins pearls or Sparkles in the center of the flower to make it feel finished. Create as many flowers as you need for your specific project.