Kids will love the colorful flowers they make with this fun painting activity. And you'll love the easy setup using recycled cardboard and straws.

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All that's missing from the flowers in this craft is the scent!

They're so pretty, kids will want to make a bouquet of flowers as a gift for a special occasion, or to display as a decoration.

The activity uses everyday craft materials such as paper, scissors and glue, along with some glitter or homemade confetti.

Note: Biodegradable glitter is recommended over traditional glitter which is not environmentally friendly. You can also choose to make your own paper confetti to use as 'pollen' for the flowers. This card-making post shows how to make paper confetti.

Spring flowers crafts

These pretty flowers are easy to make with corrugated cardboard or paper. The ridges in the cardboard give the flowers added texture.

• You can use regular cardboard or other textured papers if corrugated cardboard is not available.

This activity is great for supporting early childhood skills. Kids can be creative with the colors of the flowers they make. They'll use their fine motor skills to cut paper with scissors and put the flower pieces together with glue.

Supplies for cardboard flowers

• corrugated paper
• construction paper
• straw
• paint
• Biodegradable glitter
• glue

Instructions for corrugated paper flowers

Step 1. Cut 3" (8cm) diameter circles from corrugated cardboard.

Step 2. Paint with pretty colors. Allow to dry.

Step 3. Make two holes in the middle of the circle with a hole punch.

Step 4. Cut slits around the circle to make 8 petals.

Step 5. Insert a straw through the holes for a stem. 

Step 6. Spread glue over the middle of the flower, including the portion of the straw that is visible. Sprinkle glitter or paper confetti over the glue for the pollen.

Step 7. Cut out leaves from construction paper. Glue the leaves to the straw.

Corrugated paper flowers craft for kids

This is a fun craft for spring and summer. Preschoolers will proudly display their flowers at home or in the classroom.

You can almost smell their flowery scent!

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