paper night blooming caladium

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Caladiums are known for their big, heart-shaped leaves that come in many different combinations of white, pink, and green. Our photo tutorial breaks down each step of how to color your frosted paper night blooming caladium, but of course you can always get creative with it!

This is the first white caladium we have made on our site and also our first (mostly) white plant. We chose white because we wanted to make a night blooming plant that shines bright, just like the real plant. Since our theme for the month is space, I also couldn’t help putting our frosted paper night blooming caladium into a pot that reminds me of a spaceship!

Skill level: Beginner

Crafting tips: After applying Mod Podge, let your paper leaves sit for 5-10 minutes before shaping. You’ll want to finish curling and shaping the leaves before the Mod Podge dries fully. Also, don’t forget to check the photo tutorial if you want detailed, step-by-step pictures of how to color your leaves.

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How to Make a Frosted Paper Night Blooming Caladium

  1. Gather your craft tools and materials. Then download our plant pattern below.
  2. Cut paper according to template notes, using either scissors or a cutting machine.
  3. Color edges of front and back leaf with the sage marker. Use the blender to lighten and blend the sage color with the white leaf.
  4. Color the very edge of the front and black leaf with the dark green marker.

Full tutorial available for members to download below.

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