Sunflowers are a classic symbol of summer, and they make beautiful decorations and gifts. If you have a Cricut machine, you can make 3D sunflowers quickly and easily.
With just a few supplies, you can create something that looks just like the real thing!
To make 3D sunflowers with your Cricut machine, you will need the following supplies: Cricut cutting mat, light grip cutting mat for fabric, yellow and dark brown felt fabric, green cardstock, yellow cardstock or scrapbook paper, scissors, and glue.
First, upload the sunflower design to your Cricut machine. Make sure to adjust the settings to cut fabric with the light grip cutting mat.
Then place the felt fabric onto your cutting mat and cut out the flower petals. To get an accurate cut on the petals, use a brayer to firmly press down on the fabric before sending it through.
Once all of your petals have been cut out, it’s time to assemble them together. Start by layering all of your petals on top of each other in an alternating pattern so that each one slightly overlaps with its neighbor. Then glue them together at the base using a hot glue gun.
Next, cut out five or six strips of green cardstock for the leaves and stems of your sunflower. Cut two strips that are 4 inches long and two strips that are 6 inches long (or whatever length works best for your design). Then glue them together with hot glue.
Finally, use yellow cardstock or scrapbook paper to cut out a circle for the center of your flower. Glue this circle in between all of your petals for a finished look. You can also add some dark brown felt around the edges for extra depth if desired.
With just a few simple steps you can create beautiful 3D sunflowers with your Cricut machine! It’s a great way to bring some sunshine into any room this summer.
Conclusion:
Making 3D sunflowers with your Cricut is easy!
All you need is some felt fabric, cardstock or scrapbook paper, scissors and glue – plus some creativity! Follow these steps to create something truly special this summer.