How to Make a Felt Rose: A Step-by-Step Guide

What Materials Do I Need to Make a Felt Rose?

To make a felt rose, you will need the following materials and tools:

Materials Needed

• Felt: You can use any color of felt, but it is best to use high-quality felt that is thick and sturdy. For a realistic look, you might want to use different shades of the same color for the petals and leaves.
• Scissors: Sharp, dedicated scissors for cutting felt.
• Glue Gun: A hot glue gun is essential for assembling the rose.
• Green Wire or Floral Stem: For the stem of the rose.
• Floral Tape (optional): To wrap around the stem for a more realistic look.
• Needle and Thread (optional): For additional securing if needed.

Tools

• Glue Gun
• Scissors
• Wire Cutters (if using green wire)
• Ruler or Cutting Mat
• Pencil or Marker

How Do I Cut the Felt Pieces for the Felt Rose?

1. Draw and Cut the Petals:
2. Draw a spiral shape on the felt, starting from the outside and moving inwards. The spiral should be about 5 inches in diameter and approximately 1 inch wide.
3. Cut out the spiral to create the rose petals.

4. Alternatively, you can use pre-made petal shapes. Typically, you will need:

   • Small petals: About 1-2 inches long and 0.5-1 inch wide.
   • Medium petals: About 2-3 inches long and 1-1.5 inches wide.
   • Large petals: About 3-4 inches long and 1.5-2 inches wide.

5. Cut the Leaves:

6. Draw leaf shapes on the green felt. Leaves are usually teardrop-shaped with a pointed tip.

7. Cut out the leaves. Typically, you will need 2-3 leaves per rose.

8. Cut the Base:

9. Cut a small circle or oval shape to serve as the base of the rose.

How Do I Assemble the Felt Rose?

1. Prepare the Petals:

2. Take each petal and fold it into a tube shape, securing it with a small dot of hot glue. This helps create the natural curl of the petals.

3. Create the Center of the Rose:

4. Take the smallest petal and roll it into a tight cylinder. Secure with glue.

5. This will be the center of the rose.

6. Layer the Petals:

7. Starting from the center, begin attaching the petals around it using hot glue. Make sure to leave a small space between each petal to create a natural, layered look.

8. Continue adding petals, moving from small to medium to large, ensuring each layer is slightly offset from the previous one.

9. Attach the Leaves:

10. Once the rose is assembled, attach the leaves to the stem using hot glue. You can also wrap the stem with floral tape for a more realistic look.

11. Final Touches:

12. Use needle and thread to secure any loose petals if necessary.
13. Adjust the petals to ensure they are evenly spaced and the rose looks natural.

What Are Some Tips and Common Challenges When Making a Felt Rose?

• Even Spacing: Ensure that the petals are evenly spaced and layered to achieve a natural look.
• Glue Control: Use small dots of glue to avoid visible glue marks.
• Petals Not Curling: If the petals are not curling naturally, you can use a hair dryer or a heat tool to shape them.
• Stem Stability: Make sure the stem is securely attached to the base of the rose to prevent it from toppling over.

Reference

1. How to Make a Felt Rose Flower – Melly Sews

2. How to Make a Felt Rose Flower

3. Felt Roses with Scrap Felt – Benzie Design

4. https://www.benziedesign.com/blogs/tutorials/felt-roses-with-scrap-felt?srsltid=AfmBOor2BIw3omA6XVnOHpBPGooJk45rngKrRbpvlDrlxCMtA_-3bpGS

5. How to make a rose out of felt – Tutorial and pattern – HowJoyful

6. https://www.howjoyful.com/felt-roses/