The Christmas Cactus, though aptly named to describe it's flowering season, isn't just for Christmas time. This stunning plant that is a perfect way to add colour to your home all year round! The beautiful cactus flowers in white, pink, yellow, orange, red or purple, so you can let your creative juices flow as you work alongside this tutorial. You'll end up with a potted plant that will fool even the most discerning eye, while staying beautiful every day of the year, with no green thumb required.
In this tutorial, you'll get a downloadable file and printable templates that include clear, step-by-step instructions on how to create one of these beautiful cacti for an ultra-realistic houseplant that is sure to knock the socks off of any recipient! This tutorial is considered one of our "advanced" tutorials, but since the file is jam-packed full of pictures and tips for every step of the way, as well as clear materials lists, we firmly believe that any level of crafter can complete it.
Supplies Needed:
Benzie design felt in Strawberry, Coral, Tangerine (or, for more pink-ish blooms, try Coral, Guava, and Peach).
Benzie design felt in a mix of Meadow and Olive for the stems
Yellow floral stamens
fine tip scissors
precision tip glue gun, and glue
18g stem wire
wire cutters
craft pebbles and/or sand
liquid craft glue (white or clear)
When you are done, please be sure to head over to Instagram and Pinterest, and share your creations with the hashtag #ifeltlikebnb