This spring, use a floral pins to add a much-needed splash of color to your outfits. The accessory, which continues to be a must-have trend, retails from $4 at stores like H&M to over $20 at major department stores like Nordstrom. Now, you “craft challenged” fashionistas may decide to brave the lines at your local H&M to purchase the accessory. However, for those of up to this simple craft challenge, my advice is to get creative and make your own.
This post may contain affiliate links*How to Make a Flower Pin
Here’s what you’ll need:
– A silk flower (they usually come with two to three flowers per stem)
– Glue gun (with glue of course) or some really strong fabric glue
– Package of undecorated hair clips or pins
(These items may be purchased at any craft or dollar store. Remember to check your local papers since craft stores like Michael’s often have deals on silk flowers)
Instructions
Remove the flower from the stem and cut off any extra fabric or plastic at the base. Heat up the glue gun and apply a thin line to the flat side of the barrette (applying it to the flower, as I learned, it not a good idea). Press the flower to the base and hold for about 10-15 seconds. Sit to dry.
I’ve made several floral pins for myself and for friends and family members as gifts. I usually purchase my flowers from the local dollar store and make about 3 flower pins for less $4; cheaper than buying a floral pin from H&M.
If you have a great fashion craft, send it to me. I might try it out and blog about it.
For more crafty inspiration, visit Craftster.org.
Karen
Tuesday 19th of June 2012
How do you keep the flower from falling apart when you pull it off the stem
TBF
Wednesday 20th of June 2012
cut it right below the plastic leaves attached to the flower.
Haley
Sunday 24th of July 2011
i cant make it i cant find a fabric flower:(
Daniela Zagnolli
Thursday 23rd of June 2011
I appreciate for post.This is Really amazing, love it !Fantastic! You made hand made Flower pin.you gave step by step instructions to make this and it is very useful to every one.Now every one can easily make our own Flower pins and save dollars.
Marri
Thursday 23rd of June 2011
Thanks for you idea. I will try it~!
Amanda
Friday 7th of May 2010
Thanks for the DIY tip! I love these - please post more.