Create a stunning paper Royal Crown Lei inspired by the beauty of closed-bud royal crown flowers. With its unique star-like flower shape and realistic layered petals, this design creates a beautiful handmade keepsake that is sure to impress.

In this beginner-friendly, self-paced online workshop, I'll guide you step-by-step through the entire process of creating your Royal Crown Lei—from preparing your templates and shaping each flower to assembling and finishing your completed lei. Whether you're brand new to paper flower making or looking to expand your skills, you'll learn techniques that can be used in many future Paperblooms projects.

This workshop includes an optional color and dimension lesson where you can add subtle painted details to create extra depth and variation, or you can choose to keep the natural beauty of your cardstock color for a simple, classic look.

In this workshop, you'll learn how to:
• Prepare and cut your flower templates (with Cricut and hand-cutting instructions included)
• Add optional color and dimension for a more realistic appearance
• Shape the unique closed-bud inspired Royal Crown flowers
• Assemble realistic cardstock flowers with a beautiful star-like form
• String and finish a professional-looking paper lei
• Build confidence with foundational paper flower techniques you'll use again and again

PROJECT DETAILS:
Skill Level: Beginner-Friendly
Finished Project: One adult-sized Royal Crown Lei (approximately 36–40 inches)
Estimated Time: Approximately 5–7 hours (depending on your cutting method, experience, and whether you choose to complete the optional painting step)

YOU'LL NEED:

Basic Tools:
• Long sewing needle
• Metal chopstick
• Medium sculpting ball tool (approximately 8 mm)
• Carving block
• Glue gun and glue sticks
• Scissors
• Tape measure
• Small coin (for cooling hot glue during assembly)
• Small paintbrush (optional)

Materials:
• Light lavender 65 lb cardstock (approximately 4 sheets of 8.5" x 11")
• Purple acrylic paint (optional)
• 0.45 mm waxed polyester thread or dental floss

A complete supply list with recommended products is included inside the workshop.

What's Included:
• Step-by-step video instruction
• SVG templates for Cricut and other compatible cutting machines
• Printable PDF templates for hand cutting
• Written lesson guides and designer tips
• Lifetime access to the workshop

Whether you're creating a meaningful handmade gift, celebrating a special occasion, decorating an event, or simply enjoying the creative process, this workshop will help you create a unique Royal Crown Lei while building paper flower skills you can use in many future projects.