Cardstock is one of our favorite materials for flowers with strong shapes, and the Cardstock Tiger Lily shows off why. This is an beginner project.

First, we'll cut the petals from Lia Griffith cardstock, either by hand with the printable template or with a cutting machine. Next, we'll shape each petal so it curves back toward the stem, just like the real flower. Then we'll add the finishing details and assemble the bloom.

Cardstock holds a crisp curve once you shape it. As a result, your cardstock tiger lily looks sharp and graphic, with every petal exactly where you placed it.

Tiger lilies are native to East Asia, where their bulbs have long been grown as food. They also have a clever trick. Small, dark bulbils form along the stem where the leaves meet, and each one can drop and grow into a new plant.

A few stems of cardstock tiger lily look striking in a tall, narrow vase. For a fun side-by-side, pair it with our Felt Tiger Lily and see how each material captures the same flower. It also makes a lasting gift for a gardener friend, since it keeps blooming long after the real ones fade.

When your cardstock tiger lily is finished, share it in our crafters' community and on social using #MadeWithLia.

FAQs

Is the cardstock tiger lily a good project for beginners?
It's an intermediate project. A little experience shaping cardstock helps, but the templates guide you through every piece.

Do I need a cutting machine for the cardstock tiger lily?
No. You can cut every piece by hand with the printable template, though a cutting machine speeds things up.

How is this different from the felt tiger lily?
Both capture the same bold bloom. However, cardstock gives crisp, graphic petals, while felt has a softer, textured look.

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