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    Tissue Paper Flower Art Activity

    Modified: Mar 2, 2026 · Published: May 17, 2024 by Vicky · 32 Comments · Post contains affiliate links

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    Do you love spring activities for kids? So do we! Inspired by dot art books, where kids use bingo markers to make art, we decided to try something a bit different with this Tissue Paper Flower Art Activity. Instead of using markers, we scrunched up tissue paper to make art.

    Decorating dot art paper with tissue paper gives it texture and depth. Kids also work on their fine motor skills as they do it! To make this fun project even easier, I've put together a free flower printable you can download at the end of this post.

    tissue paper flower art activity

    Kids can create textured art using tissue paper instead of dot markers. This fun activity enhances fine motor skills while creating eye-catching art. Spring Fine Motor Activities For Preschoolers are so important.

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    Tissue Paper Crafts

    Tissue paper crafts for kids are an entertaining way to ignite creativity and fun in little ones. These craft projects provide a perfect blend of fun and learning, letting children use their imagination while sharpening their fine motor skills.

    From colorful tissue paper flowers to vibrant stained glass creations, the possibilities are endless! These crafts are perfect for kids to get hands-on and creative while helping them feel a sense of accomplishment. Most tissue paper projects typically involve just a few supplies, so it is easy to have a fun time crafting with kids.

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    Supplies Needed for Tissue Paper Art

    • Tissue Paper Squares - They are super handy and a big time saver. You can also use sheets of tissue paper cut or torn into smaller pieces.
    • Glue - We used glue sticks, but liquid glue would work as well.
    • Free Flower Printable - This printable has circles where kids can place the tissue paper. Find out how to download your printable at the end of this post.
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    Tissue Paper Flower Art Activity

    Grab the free flower printable by checking out the download instructions at the end of this post. Provide kids with the flower printable, glue, and tissue paper squares.

    Kids will place glue on the picture, scrunch up tissue paper, and place it on the circles.

    child gluing tissue paper on paper flower

    Kids can decorate the flowers with whatever color tissue paper they want. My kids have been in a rainbow-loving phase for a while, so they made rainbow flowers.

    child gluing tissue paper on paper flower

    In addition to being a fun art activity, this serves as a fine motor activity since kids will be using the small muscles in their hands to scrunch up the tissue paper squares.

    child gluing tissue paper on paper flower

    The circles on the flower are just there as a guide. Kids can place as many tissue paper bunches in an area as they want.

    child gluing tissue paper on paper flower

    What Can Kids Learn With Tissue Paper Flower Crafts

    Not only is art fun, but it also has some great benefits for kids. First, it helps them develop those all-important fine motor skills. As they scrunch, twist, and arrange the tissue paper, they are building those little muscles in their hands.

    Tissue paper flowers for kdis also allows children to get creative as they experiment with colors and textures to create their unique flower masterpieces. Plus, the process of turning plain tissue paper into colorful flower art is just plain fun!

    tissue paper flower

    FAQs For Flower Art Printable

    What Age Is Tissue Paper Art For?

    These tissue paper flowers are perfect for kids ages 3 and up. Younger kids will enjoy the tactile experience and bright colors, while older children can get creative with more intricate designs and patterns.

    But you know your child best. Always be sure to supervise your child while they are doing any activity.

    What Can We Use To Make This Flower Craft If We Don't Have Tissue Paper?

    If you don't happen to have tissue paper on hand, feel free to use the flower printable with circle stickers or dot markers. You can also mix in other materials like construction paper, pom-poms, or glitter to add more texture and variety to the flowers.

    Tips For Making Tissue Paper Flowers

    Tip 1: Cover your table with newspaper or an old tablecloth to prevent the glue from getting on it. This makes cleanup easier and keeps the art process stress-free.

    Tip 2: Remind your kids that a little goes a long way when it comes to glue. Too much glue makes the tissue paper soggy and prone to tearing. Use small amounts to keep everything in place.

    Tip 3: When it comes to decorating the flower, let your kids be creative. Whether they choose traditional flower colors or go wild with unexpected combinations, the goal is to have fun and express themselves.

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    Tissue Paper Flower Art Activity

    This Tissue Paper Flower Art Activity comes with a free printable which makes it an easy kids activity to do. Kids get to be creative while working on their fine motor skills.
    Author: Vicky

    Materials

    • Tissue Paper Squares
    • Flower Printable Directions to download below
    • Glue stick

    Instructions

    • Print out the free flower printable by following the download instructions at the end of this post.
    • Give the kids the flower printable, glue, and tissue paper squares. Have them put glue on the picture, scrunch up the tissue paper, and stick it to the glue on the circles.
    • Kids can decorate the flower with whatever colors they want.
    • The circles on the flower are simply a guide. Kids can add as many tissue paper bunches in an area as they'd like.

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    Notes

    • Cover your table to prevent glue from getting on it. This not only protects the table but makes cleanup easier.
    • Use small amounts of glue in this project to keep the tissue paper from tearing.
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    1. Sarah Harlow says

      February 20, 2026 at 12:16 pm

      Hello- I have signed up for your newsletter in the attempt to get the tissue paper flower craft template and look at the many other cute ideas you have. I submitted 2/19/26. I received an email with St. Patrick ideas, but have not seen anything in my inbox or my junk mail for the flower.

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      • Vicky says

        February 26, 2026 at 1:24 pm

        Thanks for letting me know. I just emailed it to you. Sorry the trouble!

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    2. Shelly says

      February 16, 2026 at 3:32 pm

      I have tried sending this to me so many times and it won't come over. Is there a way you can send it to me?

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      • Vicky says

        February 26, 2026 at 1:27 pm

        Sorry for this issue! Just emailed to you.

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    3. E says

      April 17, 2025 at 3:13 pm

      Hi, I did not receive the email after I subscribed.
      Thank you.

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      • Vicky says

        April 17, 2025 at 4:05 pm

        Can you check your spam folder? You should have gotten an email titled "Click Inside for Tissue Paper Flower Art Template!" Once you confirm it that email, you will get the printable.

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      • Latara Nguyen says

        February 17, 2026 at 9:49 am

        Hi, I did not receive the email after I subscribed.
        Thank you.

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        • Vicky says

          February 26, 2026 at 1:28 pm

          Sorry for this issue! Just emailed to you.

    4. Cara Mogavero says

      April 09, 2025 at 11:34 am

      Hi, I did not receive the email after I subscribed.
      Thank you.

      Reply
    5. Mikaela says

      April 07, 2025 at 9:52 am

      I didn't receive the flower printable after doing the sign up.

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      • Vicky says

        April 07, 2025 at 10:01 am

        Sorry to hear that. I just emailed you.

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    6. Jo says

      March 28, 2025 at 1:38 pm

      Hi! I’m not getting anything to download. I subscribed and didn’t receive an email.

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      • Vicky says

        March 28, 2025 at 6:11 pm

        Hi Jo, I didn't see your email address as subscribed. Is there another email you may have used to subscribe that I can check? Once I confirm your subscription, I am happy to send the printable. Thanks!

        Reply
    7. terri says

      March 20, 2025 at 10:56 am

      I can not get the tissue paper flower to open. I subscribed and still nothing

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      • Vicky says

        March 20, 2025 at 11:56 am

        Just sent.

        Reply
    8. heidi says

      March 12, 2025 at 6:39 pm

      I am not receiving the flower template

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      • Vicky says

        March 13, 2025 at 11:46 am

        Heidi, I'm showing that you having clicked the email you got to confirm your subscription. Once you do, the printable should send.

        Reply
    9. Vicky says

      March 12, 2025 at 11:39 am

      Just did!

      Reply
    10. Julie B says

      February 09, 2025 at 9:59 pm

      I cannot get the tissue paper flower to open to be able to print...I entered my email address and still unable to open.

      Reply
      • Vicky says

        February 10, 2025 at 4:05 pm

        Emailed you.

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        • Vicky says

          February 20, 2025 at 10:17 am

          Hi Amanda, I just looked into this and an email was sent yesterday at 5:39 est with the title
          "Here is your Tissue Paper Flower Printable!" Can you check your spam folder to see if you have it?

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