How to make paper succulent, free PDF and SVG template

Succulents are a popular choice for houseplants because they are easy to care for and come in a variety of shapes and sizes. But what if you don’t have the time or the space for a real succulent? Paper succulents are the perfect solution!

Paper succulents, are made from card stock or other heavy paper and are just as beautiful as their real-life counterparts. 

They are also much easier to care for, and they can be displayed anywhere in your home.

In this tutorial, you will learn how to make your own paper succulents. 

You will need a few basic supplies, and you can find free paper succulent templates here. If you have made a few succulents, you can start to experiment with different colors, shapes, and sizes.

Paper succulents are a great way to add a touch of nature to your home décor. They are also a fun and easy project for kids of all ages. So what are you waiting for? Start making your own paper succulents today!

Video tutorial to make paper succulent:

 

Materials needed to DIY paper succulent:

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Previously I used pastel chalk but it is fade away too soon, so now I would recommend using silky crayons (click the picture below)

Step-by-step instructions to make paper succulent:

Step 1: Cut the petals from my free templates.

The templates include PDF files and SVG files and DXF files for your cutting machine. These format templates work fine with all versions of Cricut (Cricut explore air, Cricut Joy, and Cricut Maker) and the Cameo cutting machine.

We would recommend this kind of cardstock to use for paper succulents to enhance the realistics of the paper flowers.

We haven’t tried with felt but we think these simple succulent templates could be used to make felt succulents.

Each paper succulent will have 7 layers to be cut. 

You could use your scissors and manually cut from the printable PDFs file 

Or use the SVG file for your Cricut Design Space and DXF file to Silhouette Studio.

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Step 2: Color the edges of the petals.

Actually, real succulents have so many colors, so you could choose different cardstock colors and color the edge to imitate or create your own style.

You can use any types of color you have: watercolour paints,  acrylic paints, markers, pan pastels, etc…

In the video, we use pastel chalk but recently, we would highly recommend using silky pastel as it’s cheap, has many color options, and long last color.

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Step 3: Use a round stylus and your finger to curl the petals.

You could find this step in detail at 0:28′ of the video tutorial.

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Step 4: Glue the 7 layers together.

The petals in the centers are close together, so please ensure that you will glue them together to help them be more realistic.

Use a glue gun to attach the petals together, starting with the largest petals and working your way down to the smallest petals.

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Step 5: Make the paper succulent vase from the template

Cut and glue the drinking straw (7cm) to the bottom of the succulent and insert it into the vase.

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Materials needed to make:
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Here are some additional tips for making paper succulent flowers:

  • Use different colors of cardstock or heavy paper to create a variety of succulent flowers.
  • Add a touch of realism by adding a layer of paint or ink to the edges of the petals.
  • Use a variety of sizes and shapes of petals to create different types of succulent flowers.
  • Add some paper plants to your paper succulent flowers to make them look more gorgeous.
  • Display your succulent flowers in a shadow box and hang them as wall art, or on a wooden tray box for a beautiful and unique centerpiece.

The templates are for personal use only, please buy our commercial license for commercial use.

See more >> 40+ FREE ROLLED PAPER FLOWERS TEMPLATES

Happy crafting,

Ann.

20 thoughts on “How to make paper succulent, free PDF and SVG template

  • September 8, 2019 at 5:25 am
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    Hello , pls how can I download the free template. I am in UK for now.
    I also need to buy some templates for my cameo 3 màchine.
    Can you help please. I am Fatima

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    • September 13, 2019 at 4:26 am
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      Hi Fatima, please find the little pink link on the last item of the material list. Thank you.

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  • May 23, 2019 at 8:35 pm
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    These look great and i would love to make them for my wedding. I tried using the file but it is not working with the cricut. It seems as though there is something wrong with the file. Is there anyway I can get the file sent to me please?

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    • May 24, 2019 at 3:17 am
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      Hi Gloria, pls just ignore the font error notification in DS and the file works fine. Thank you.

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  • February 21, 2019 at 11:14 pm
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    Hi, these are gorgeous! I’m interested to put the in my wedding bouquet. I have a silhouette cutting machine, and neither the pdf or svg work for me to trace. Can you email me with a copy, with no watermark? Or a copy filled in black? TIA!

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    • February 26, 2019 at 3:07 am
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      Which format are you asking about now, Jamie?

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  • February 19, 2019 at 2:40 pm
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    This is a beautiful succulent template! The best one I have seen. Thanks so much!

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    • February 20, 2019 at 2:34 pm
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      Thanks Patty. I’m glad that you love it.

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        • July 11, 2019 at 11:48 pm
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          I’ve just updated the button. Thanks, Linda.

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    • September 15, 2018 at 10:00 am
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      Thank you, Eli

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  • June 5, 2018 at 3:05 am
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    this is so cute… thankyou ?

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    • June 8, 2018 at 9:51 am
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      Thank you, Electra. I’m happy that you like it.

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    • August 18, 2018 at 9:28 pm
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      I so very much agree….THANK you

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      • August 27, 2018 at 4:04 am
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        Thank you 🙂

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  • May 30, 2018 at 2:16 am
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    Love your share of diy paper flowers! It helps and easy to handle. Thanks for share.

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    • May 31, 2018 at 9:11 am
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      Thank you, Raysa.

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  • May 14, 2018 at 11:11 pm
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    So beautiful, Ann! You constantly amaze me with your designing skills.

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    • May 15, 2018 at 11:18 am
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      Thank you for leaving me such nice words, Ann.

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