Crepe Clematis Blue Light—Master Class Workshop
Crepe Clematis Blue Light—Master Class Workshop
Blue Light Special
Clematis climbs, twists, and reaches outward, weaving its blooms through trellises, arbors, and garden walls. In this Crepe Clematis Blue Light Master Class, we'll capture that same graceful movement in crepe paper, creating a vine that feels every bit as natural as the one that inspired it.

Native to regions across Europe and Asia, clematis is often called "Queen of the Climbers" for its remarkable ability to transform fences and stone walls into tapestries of color. Rather than growing in perfect symmetry, clematis stretches toward the light, producing open blooms, delicate buds, winding tendrils, and slender stems that give the plant its relaxed, effortless character. For that reason, capturing the wild, organic rhythm of this lovely flower is at the heart of our Crepe Clematis Blue Light workshop.
Throughout the class, you'll build each element with intention. We'll reinforce the petals with fine wire, blend subtle color variations using PanPastel, and shape extra-fine crepe paper into blooms that feel both delicate and alive. You'll also create buds, leaves, and gently curving vines that guide the eye naturally through the finished arrangement. Along the way, you'll develop techniques that carry well beyond this project, giving you the confidence to explore more Master Class workshops, create flowers from Paper Flower Garden, and tackle even more advanced botanical designs.
Of course, one finished vine is beautiful all on its own. However, several vines, woven together with open blooms and emerging buds, create something truly captivating, and that's where this Master Class shines. As your stems begin to intertwine, you'll discover how a few thoughtful details can transform individual flowers into an arrangement that feels as though it was gathered straight from the garden.
When your Crepe Clematis Blue Light begins to climb, we'd love to see it. So don't forget to share your finished project in our crafters' community and on social using #MadeWithLia.
FAQs
Is this Master Class appropriate for intermediate makers?
This advanced workshop is ideal for experienced paper flower artists looking to refine their botanical techniques.
What new skills will I learn?
You'll learn wired petals, PanPastel color blending, and vine construction techniques.
Can I combine this flower with other Master Class projects?
Yes! Clematis adds beautiful movement to arrangements featuring ranunculus, tulips, and other garden flowers.




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Leave a CommentI’m a new student/member and very grateful for the wonderful instruction videos and efficient service from your supply department. I have a simple question, is the green tea crepe paper the same color as fern green? Is there an area on your website with information on products, tools, etc..?
Thank you !!!
Welcome, Anna! The long-sleeved green tea (20 inches) is the same color as fern. Colors will vary slightly between batches since they are all hand-dyed.
Yes, we have a full foundation series right here were I go over crepe paper and tools in section 1: https://liagriffith.com/craft-academy/tracks/crepe-paper-flower-foundations-series/
Thank you so much !!!!
You are welcome. Let me know what you think of the series.
I have tried to download the clematis for several days now and always get : “Windows cannot complete the extraction. The destination file could not be reached. ” I have not had any problems ever opening other files. Have any ideas? Thank you for all you and your team do. I love hanging out with you all!
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This is from our tech team: I’d recommend that they download the zip file to a standard folder like Downloads or Desktop, then extract from there using “Extract All” in the context (right-click) menu. Let me know if that works for you.
Hi Lia, the pan pastel colors on the clematis are so much fun to apply. Thanks for adding the filaments to the SVG.I’m wondering if we twist the tips on the filament or simply roll them? How far down should we roll? I heard the word “tube” in the video and I’m finding them quite narrow so I thought I might widen them horizontally a bit. Would that be okay?
It is so beautiful to see the color variants on the petals. For the filaments, I just roll back and forth to create a tube rather than twist to create a spiral. You can “tube” more of the tip and less of the base to get a good-looking finish. Does that help?
Yes and thanks!
Hi Lea! I love this master class! I have a question on the clematis petal center. The template says extra fine but, after watching the video and watching you apply lots of glue to the petal center, I’m thinking the template should have said DIY double sided lilac. When it comes to extra fine crepe paper I am gluing, I always hear in the back of my mind, you and Megan saying don’t use too much glue on extra fine crepe paper! Should I be using the DIY double sided crepe paper instead?
Hello Anita! I am looking at the printed template and see it listed as DIY double-sided lilac, but the smaller one is extra-fine fern. Are you seeing something different? Yes, and you are right about the glue on extra-fine. 🙂
Lia, thank you for your reply. I’m referring to the lilac petal center, the thin narrow slip that goes in the center of each petal. That piece says extra fine crepe paper. I know the camera angle can be deceiving but it looks like it’s double-sided crepe paper. I noticed when I downloaded, that it came down the same color as the double-sided, but the template says it is extra fine. Thank you for your time. I can’t imagine how busy you all are.
Ohhhh. Yes, you are right. I initially intended to make those extra-fine, but ended up making them from double. I will update the template right now. Too many spinning plates. lol. 🙂
Good afternoon. I finished the first clematis, and it is very lovely. It would also be lovely if the svg file had the cuts for the fringe – even if a bit wider than called for. That would make it a lot faster!
Done! I added that alternative SVG into the download. Let me know if it works for you and we will keep adding more detail to the fringe pieces for future flowers.
Hello!
I am really enjoying these tutorials Lia. Your team is amazing. I do have a question though. The ultramarine blue light pan pastel was not on the original supply list. I just ordered it from a local art suppIy store, and it should be here by mid next week. Is there a way that we can get an updated list to make sure we have all supplies to make the rest of the flowers? It takes time to get missing supplies. Unfortunately, I don’t have a similar color to use instead.
Apologies, Lu Ann. I had added the color to this post, but we missed it on the master list. We have added it.
If I have not completed the prerequisites before this class, can I still listen and observe?
Thanks!
Of course! Come join us and even ask questions. 🙂
Thank you!
Hi Lia, I don’t have the pan pastel Ultramarine light blue. Will Phthalo Blue tint work?
Yes! That will work. Test a piece of scrap first, as you might want to add just a bit less since it has more white.
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Since we are using the double sided lilac should some of the petals be cut flipped so that when we wire them they will be the same color?
Looking forward to making this beauty.
If you are making your own double-sided from the lilac crepe, you do not need to, as both are the same color. If you are using the Light Wisteria/Wisteria, then you will want to flip the petals.
Yikes. If you are moderating, Emily, I’d be grateful if you would omit the word “be” from the query at the end of my comment.
It’s me, Lia! And I will fix it.
Goodness, Lia! You are everywhere. I hope you take breaks for a meal and some sleep. Thank you.
Haha. I do. I did not even open my laptop this weekend. And truth… I love what I do. 🙂
Hi Lia. Loved your English Ivy instruction today. Looking ahead, I’m able to open the Clematis templates from the beautiful book download, and I also downloaded them using the Go To Template link in the box at the top of this page. For some reason (and it may just be me) Windows is saying it cannot complete the extraction as the destination file could not be created. Is the zip file locked? Thank you.
Thanks, Linda. That was a fun one. Try the clematis again. I think I fixed it, but I need someone to test it. 🙂
Now it’s all good to go. As always, you and
My mouse cut me off before I finished expressing appreciation for the consistent and thorough responses you post to comments and questions. For anyone interested in crafting who might be concerned about the level of support provided here, rest assured that even as membership and the plethora of projects continue to grow, Lia and her team are always here. “And that has made all the difference.”
Thank you for that, Linda. You all are so important to me, and I love helping you all create gorgeous projects. This is why I do what I do. 🙂
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