[Easy!] Flower paper-cut art you can make using just scissors
Papercutting, where you skillfully handle scissors to create finished works.
It’s fun to watch, but it can seem difficult to make yourself.
How about choosing something that isn’t too complex and giving it a try?
In this article, we’ll show you how to make a simple flower papercut using just paper and scissors.
Use it as a quick pastime, a bit of finger exercise, or some training.
Who knows—this might be your gateway to getting hooked on papercutting!
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[Easy!] Paper-cut flower art you can make with just scissors (1–10)
dogwood (flowering dogwood)
How about trying a paper-cutting project of dogwood blossoms that herald the arrival of spring? By using red, pink, and white origami paper to create vivid dogwood flowers that brighten your room, busy people in today’s world might discover a new source of enjoyment! Another appeal is that this paper cutting is made from a single sheet of origami paper, so you can craft it in a short amount of time.
Plus, using your hands helps train your brain.
If you decorate your wall with these dogwoods, you can enjoy spring flowers anytime!
Rose
Papercut roses you can make with just scissors are so chic and lovely, aren’t they? The process of cutting, heart pounding as you go, is fun, and the sense of accomplishment when you finish is irresistible.
Moving your hands clears your mind and seems to enrich your heart.
It might be nice to create a rose with that poised, elegant beauty while adding your own personal touch.
Why not give it a try when you have a little free time? You might just discover a new hobby.
It’s simple yet yields beautiful pieces—you’ll surely be drawn in by that charm.
plum
Plum blossoms are well known as early spring flowers.
Plum trees, with their small, charming blooms, have a lovely elegance! Let’s try making plum blossoms easily with just a few snips of the scissors.
It’s perfect for spring kirie (papercut) projects or wall decorations.
Fold the origami paper and compress it into a small bundle, sketch the shape of a petal, and simply cut along the lines.
If you trim the tip slightly, you can also represent the center of the plum blossom! Try using your favorite colors of origami paper—red, white, pink, and more.
[Easy!] Flower paper cutouts you can make with just scissors (11–20)
Heart flower
A heart-shaped flower that looks lovely on Valentine’s decorations and cards.
It may seem difficult at first glance, but you can actually make it with a surprisingly simple method! Fold origami paper into a specific shape, trace a heart with a pencil, and cut along the outline with scissors.
When you unfold the paper, a heart flower should appear.
You can even add more cuts to increase the number of hearts, so give it a try.
It’s a paper-cutting art that both kids and adults are sure to get hooked on!
cosmos
Isn’t the cosmos a familiar flower that gently brings the feeling of autumn? Seeing cosmos blooming along riverbanks and embankments can soothe your heart.
Why not express those cosmos with paper cutouts? It makes a great autumn craft and a bit of fine-motor exercise, so give it a try! First, carefully fold a sheet of origami paper and draw a cosmos pattern.
Then simply cut along the lines with scissors and open it gently so it doesn’t tear.
Adding a yellow round sticker to the center makes it look just like a cosmos! Have fun creating vibrant cosmos in pink, orange, white, and more.
carnation
These carnation paper cutouts are perfect for Mother’s Day decorations and gifts! Using pinking shears, which are ideal for creating jagged lines, really brings out the carnation’s look.
First, carefully fold a sheet of origami paper and lightly sketch a carnation design with a pencil.
Next, make two cuts with the pinking shears and cut the remaining parts with regular scissors.
Open it up to reveal a gorgeous carnation! You can use classic red or pink, or try yellow or white origami paper.
It would also be lovely to express your gratitude by arranging them in a bouquet-style decoration.
peach blossoms
How about making peach blossoms with paper cutouts? With just scissors and paper, anyone can easily enjoy the feeling of spring.
You only need to trace the shape and cut it out, so even those who aren’t good at detailed work can do it.
Hang the finished peach blossoms on the wall, and your room will instantly feel brighter and gentler.
Plus, moving your fingertips makes it a nice exercise for your hands.
Above all, the sense of accomplishment from making something yourself is exceptional.
Give it a try and add a touch of spring to your everyday life—you’ll surely feel at ease.
Let this simple art make each day a little more fun.