Crepe Paper Scabiosa
Scabiosa Fabuliosa
Few flowers command attention quite like the scabiosa. With its perfectly round bloom and whimsical stamens that stand out like pins in a pincushion, it’s easy to see why it’s often called the “pincushion flower.” For our October collection and as a new addition to our crepe paper garden, we couldn’t resist recreating this striking bloom — a flower that’s every bit as dramatic as it is elegant — with our Crepe Paper Scabiosa.
Tools
Materials
- Lia Griffith Extra-Fine Crepe Paper – Aubergine, Onyx, Lilac, Juniper, and Fern
- Floral Tape — Green
- 10mm Spun Balls
- Floral Wire – 18-Gauge Paper Covered Green
- Floral Wire – 24-Gauge Paper Covered Green
- Tacky Glue or Art Glitter Glue
- Posca Paint Marker - 3M Fine Reversible Bullet - Ivory
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This Crepe Paper Scabiosa is an advanced-level project, due to the number of small pieces that make up each bloom. For that reason, we highly recommend using a cutting machine to do the work for you. If you prefer to cut by hand, it’s absolutely possible, but patience is key! Assembling the scabiosa requires a little extra care, but tools like needle-nose tweezers make it easier to place and arrange the tiny petals around the flower’s center. And with just a little extra focus and a steady hand, you’ll end up with a truly showstopping bouquet.
In the garden, scabiosa has always been a favorite because of its unique shape and wide array of colors — from creamy whites and soft lavenders to deep burgundies and vibrant pinks. However, for our Crepe Paper Scabiosa, we chose a dramatic dark purple that leans into the richness of the season, making the flowers stand out in moody fall arrangements. But for your project, you can follow our lead for a bold statement, or pick another shade from the scabiosa family that speaks to your personal style.
All in all, the real beauty of crafting flowers like these is how versatile they are once finished. A handful of scabiosa stems can become a striking bouquet, while a single bloom makes a perfect accent tucked into a mixed arrangement. However you use them, they’ll bring that same unexpected elegance that makes the scabiosa so sought after.
We’re so excited to see how your Crepe Paper Scabiosa turns out! Show us your flowers on social media with the hashtag #MadeWithLia, or share them in our community to inspire other makers. Whether you stick with a bold, dramatic palette or soften them with pastels, these blooms are sure to become a favorite in your handmade collection.
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Linda-Kathyrn
October 3, 2025 at 9:40pm
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Lia
October 5, 2025 at 7:38pm
@Linda-Kathyrn
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Rebecca
October 6, 2022 at 1:30pm
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Lia
October 10, 2022 at 8:15am
@Rebecca
Back to the TopMy official Halloween flowers this year!! Thank you for these.
It is a good one!
Do you put one black twisted fringe piece inside of each of the 32 petals?
correct!