How to make a paper flower topiary – get a head start on your spring décor with this simple DIY topiary made with paper flowers and butterflies.
This is a sponsored post in collaboration with Michaels as part of their Michaels Makers blogger team.
Hello friends! Can you feel it? Spring is in the air. The weather here in California has been beautiful, a welcome break from the rain, and flowers are starting to bloom everywhere. Those changes inspired me to add fresh spring décor around the house. Today I’m partnering with Michaels to share a simple DIY Flower Topiary as part of their Make-A-Thon series.
Supplies:
Cricut Explore Air 2
Cardstock
Styrofoam sphere
Sheet moss
Small decorative butterflies (clip-on or adhesive)
Pearl beads or similar embellishments
Faux berry stems
Hot glue and glue gun
Dowel or stick
Sturdy pot or planter
How to make a flower topiary
Step one: In Cricut Design Space, choose a 3D rose file. I cut roses in various sizes—from about 1/2″ up to 3″—to create depth and interest. Load cardstock and set your machine to the cardstock setting, then cut the pieces. 
Step two: Remove the cut shapes from the mat and roll each flower starting at the smaller end. Roll inward until you reach the center and secure the base with a dab of hot glue. Glue a small pearl bead or other center embellishment into each flower for a finished look.
Step three: Prepare the Styrofoam sphere by covering it with sheet moss. Attach the moss with hot glue, working in small sections so the moss lays flat and fully covers the foam without gaps.
Step four: Arrange and glue your paper roses to the moss-covered sphere. Place larger roses first, then fill in with smaller ones to create a balanced look. I used about four to five sheets of cardstock and spaced the flowers so the sphere looks full but not crowded.
Step five: Add accents like trimmed faux berry pieces and clip-on butterflies to fill empty spots and add visual interest. I used one faux berry stem from the floral department and cut it into 1–2 inch pieces to tuck into gaps. 
Step six: Secure the topiary in a pot. Place a small foam block or additional Styrofoam inside a sturdy pot, then insert a dowel or stick into the block. Attach the moss-covered sphere to the dowel with hot glue or by pushing it onto the dowel, and then cover the top of the pot with moss to conceal the foam and base.
Optional: Finish with a decorative ribbon or bow. I used a floral ribbon I picked up at Michaels that complements my spring décor—the same ribbon I used on my Easter Egg Wreath. 
Tips: vary flower sizes and spacing for a natural look; use contrasting textures like glossy pearls and rough moss; and secure all elements with hot glue to ensure durability. This topiary looks great on a mantel, entry table, or as a centerpiece for seasonal gatherings. Enjoy creating and customizing your spring paper flower topiary!