Learn how to make blue delphiniums from wafer paper – perfect for cake decorating and show-stopping arrangements.
Before you start assembling the blooms, Anna teaches different ways to color wafer paper and how to shape petals that will give your flowers a realistic dimensional look and texture. And you’ll learn how to make the individual flowers, wafer paper centers, and construct these stunning stems.
You can download template and print this instruction to follow along the demo.
Put your own spin on the project by choosing different colors, adding your own personal touch, or creating a bright bouquet of them! I can’t wait to see what you do with it. You can make your own wafer paper flower, post on social media and tag me @astashkinacakes, so I can share.
You will need:
EK Success Hydrangea Punch
Wafer Paper (Learn more about types of wafer paper here)
Sharp Scissors
Glue brushes
28 Gauge white wire
18 gauge green wire
Glass bowls
Flower Pad
Ball tool
White Floral Tape
Wafer Glue (download my recipe here)
Click HERE to see what supplies I use and recommend.
How to make wafer paper flowers:
1. Gather your tools and materials. Download the template.
2. Cut wafer paper according to the template using scissors or a cutting machine.
3. Using a small brush, color wafer paper with petal dust.
4. Place petal on the Flower Pad and shape it using ball tool to soften.
5. Color wafer paper black and make a flower center.
6. Apply small amount of wafer glue to each petal and attach to the bud.
7. Using floral tape assemble Wafer Paper Filler flowers on a branch.
