When it comes to our favorite flowers, we love to experiment with different craft materials and create different looks. Since we have already crafted a crepe paper Christmas cactus and a pink felt holiday cactus, it’s time for a frosted paper Christmas cactus!

This project is an easy one to craft and great for beginners. Just download our PDF template or SVG file and follow our simple step-by-step photo tutorial.

frosted paper Christmas cactus

Deck the Halls with Holiday Cacti

Using frosted paper will give your Christmas cactus a slight shine and a more sculptural look. It’s also very easy to work with! Make as many leaves and blooms as you want with our template, and then display it in your home throughout the holiday season.

Skill level: Beginner

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Tools

Materials

How to Make a Frosted Paper Christmas Cactus

  1. Gather your craft tools and materials. Then download the template below.
  2. Cut paper according to template notes using scissors or a cutting machine.
  3. Use your curling tool to curl the petals and tip of stamen.
  4. With your hot glue gun, glue stamen around the tip of your 24-gauge wire.

Full tutorial available for members to download below.

Photo tutorial for frosted paper Christmas cactus by Lia Griffith

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frosted paper Christmas cactus in bloom

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Browse all of our paper flowers for more ideas. Or check out all of our Christmas crafts