Cardstock Allium Flowers
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If you’re looking for a fall flower that combines playfulness with elegance, our Cardstock Allium Flowers are an excellent choice. Their round, globe-like clusters — formed from countless tiny petals — offer a fun challenge and make a unique addition to our cardstock flower collection. As an intermediate-level craft, this project is a wonderful next step for makers ready to move beyond beginner designs and expand their skills. These alliums are a great way to practice patience, precision, and creativity, all while building confidence with paper flower techniques.
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Materials
- Lia Griffith Cardstock - Red Pack: Wine, Purple Pack: Lilac Mist, and Nature Green: Jellybean Green
- Lia Griffith Extra-Fine Crepe Paper – Juniper
- Floral Wire – 24-Gauge Paper Covered Green
- Thick Paper Covered Stem Wire
- Colored Pencils – White and Chartreuse
- Blick Studio Brush Markers - Merlot
- Paint Marker – White
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The spherical head of our Cardstock Allium Flower is formed from multiple layers of paper, each carefully cut and assembled to create the dense, rounded cluster that defines this bloom. Though the process requires patience and a steady hand, it can also be incredibly meditative and relaxing as you find your creative rhythm. The finished piece is a delicate yet realistic flower that beautifully captures the balance between effort and reward.
Interestingly, alliums belong to the same family as onions and garlic, yet these ornamental blooms are cherished most for their striking shape and vibrant color. Across many cultures, they symbolize unity, good fortune, and patience — virtues well worth embracing. Alliums are also wonderfully versatile in décor. A few stems can make a simple vase feel special, while a full bouquet can serve as a bold seasonal centerpiece. Pair them with greenery for a natural look or combine them with other paper florals for a lush, eye-catching arrangement that feels both balanced and full of life.
Their versatility makes them perfect for year-round use, from bright springtime displays to rich autumnal arrangements. We’d love to see how your Cardstock Allium Flowers turn out! Share your crafting success on social media using the hashtag #MadeWithLia, and don’t forget to post them in our crafters’ community as well.
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