Marigolds are one of the most commonly known flowers for their vibrant colors, which makes them perfect for decorations. And if you’ve been wanting to make one, this marigold flower tutorial is for you. It’s super easy, beginner-friendly, and inexpensive to make. Plus, it only requires streamer crepe paper, which lessens the overall cutting time. But if you only have crepe paper on hand, don’t worry! You can absolutely still complete this project.
Crepe Paper Marigold Video Tutorial
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Marigold flowers come in a variety of colors, including yellow, orange, red, and white. For this tutorial, I decided to create them in yellow, orange, violet, and pink since I plan to use them for several occasions. My top two events are fall and the Day of the Dead, also known as Día de los Muertos or Día de Muertos. These flowers are not just decorative for some festivities, but they are also deeply symbolic.
Some other events where you can use these marigold garlands are Diwali, spring, birthdays, or New Year. There are so many ways to decorate them, but my favorite would be hanging them from the ceiling, making a perfect backdrop for different events or parties. These flowers are absolutely beautiful and eye-catching, great for styling your events. Keep on reading or watch the video tutorial below for the step-by-step instructions.
What are Crepe Paper Streamers
If you are not familiar with crepe paper streamers, they are long, thins strips of crepe paper, often used for party and event decorating. They are lightweight, inexpensive, accessible, and come in a wide selection of colors. They are commonly used for garlands, backdrops, or table decorations.
If you’re looking for other crepe paper decoration ideas you can make with streamer paper, or just want to level up your party decorations, this DIY garland tutorial is for you.
Craft Supplies Needed:
- paper streamers
- colored paper
- thread and needle
- jute twine
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How to Make a Marigold Garland
Learn how to make marigold flowers with streamer crepe paper the easy way.
Cut 60 to 70 inches (152 to 178 centimeters) of streamer paper. Fold it in half four times.
Cut thin slits on both sides, then unfold it.
Sew from end to end.
Push the folded sections together.
Twist each fold to fluff it up.
Tie the ends together to create a donut shape and cut off excess thread. Make several pieces in different colors.
Take a 2 1/4 x 7/8 inch (5.7 x 2.2 cm) green rectangle of paper and wrap it around a large skewer. Glue the end to secure it.
Glue the green tube on the center of the flower, making sure it is evenly positioned with equal lengths at the top and bottom. If you don’t want to turn it into a garland, simply cut a few inches or centimeters of streamer paper, cut it the same way as before, and roll it from end to end to form a pom pom. Take a smaller green rectangle of paper and wrap it around the base. Glue it to the center of the flower.
String the flowers onto the jute twine to make a garland.
Creative Ideas and Variations
- Add variety to your marigold garland by using different shades of yellow, red, orange, and white streamer crepe paper or even any other colors you like.
- Want to change the size of the marigold flower? Try using regular crepe paper!
- Spice up your garland with using different spacers. Think beads!
- Experiment by combining different colors.
Crafting Tip
Experiment with different colors. Try combing different shades and hues when making the garland.
How to Display Your Crepe Paper Marigold Garland
Once you know how to make a crepe paper marigold garland, the fun part is deciding where to hang it. I like to drape mine along a mantel, across a doorway, or down the center of a table for an instant pop of warm color. Because these paper flowers never wilt, you can put the garland up early and leave it all season without a single drooping bloom.
Marigolds carry a lot of meaning this time of year. Their bright orange and gold is the signature color of Dia de los Muertos, where real marigolds are used to welcome loved ones, so a crepe paper version is a beautiful, lasting way to bring that tradition onto an ofrenda or into your home. They’re just as at home as budget-friendly fall decor, too. Make one long garland or a few short ones, and you’ve got a cheerful, handmade touch that works from early autumn right through November.
You cut and fold streamer crepe paper into layered petals, fluff them into round marigold blooms, then string the flowers together into a garland. It’s an easy, beginner-friendly paper flower project that comes together with just crepe paper and a little patience.
Just streamer crepe paper, the inexpensive rolls you find in the party aisle. That’s part of what makes this such a budget-friendly craft. Orange and yellow give you the classic marigold look, but you can use any colors you like.
Yes, that’s the best part. Unlike real marigolds, these paper flowers never wilt or drop petals, so your garland stays bright for the whole season and packs away to reuse next year.
Absolutely. Marigolds are the traditional flower of Dia de los Muertos, so a handmade crepe paper marigold garland is a lovely, lasting way to decorate an ofrenda or doorway. It also works beautifully as warm fall decor.
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