DIY Suede Flowers – A Fashion Embellishment

These DIY suede flowers make a perfect embellishment for any fashion accessory.

I made two different size suede flowers. The smaller suede flower measures about 2-inches in diameter. The larger suede flowers measures about 3.25-inches in diameter.

These flowers took minutes to make with added drying time in between.

I used E6000 to glue everything since it forms a strong bond to suede and plastic. You can also use faux suede or faux leather!

There are so many ways to use these cute DIY suede flowers. Use different beads to match your accessories or make them as gifts for family and friends.

Add DIY Suede Flowers to…

• Hats
• Handbags
• Summer totes
• Make a boho bracelet
• Use as a scarf clip
• Add a pin to the back to make a brooch
• Add to shoes or sandals with blank shoe clips or glue on a loop to thread through laces
• Hair accessories
• Belts

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Supplies

• Beige suede trim piece (8 1/2″ x 11″) or faux suede
• Pearls or other beads
• E6000 Adhesive
• Scissors
• Metal binder clips
• Suede Flower Template (download the PDF)

How to Make The Small Suede Flower – 3 Easy Steps

STEP 1:

To make a small suede flower, print out the template from the Supplies List above and cut out seven petals. Use this template as a guide. Do not worry about making them perfect.

STEP 2:

Fold each petal in half and use a dab of E6000 on the inside end as shown below. Use metal binder clips to hold each petal in place and let dry for at least 25 minutes.

STEP 3:

Glue the petals using E6000 to a suede circle (about .75″ in diameter). When all of the petals are in place, let it set up for a few minutes then add a generous amount of glue to the center of the flower and sprinkle beads or pearls onto the center. Let the completed flower dry for at least 25 minutes.

TIP: To add the flower to a headband, I recommend gluing wrapped twine to the headband first. This will give the flower a good base to stick to.

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How to Make The Large Suede Flower – 3 Easy Steps

STEP 1:

To make the large suede flower, print out the template from the Supplies List above and cut out six petals. Use this template as a guide. Again, do not worry about making them perfect.

STEP 2:

Fold and glue the end of each petal to look like an accordion (as shown below) and use E6000 to glue them in place. Clip each petal with metal binder clips and let dry for at least 25 minutes.

STEP 3:

Glue the petals using E6000 to a suede circle (about 1″ in diameter). Let dry for at least 25 minutes.

how to make a sparkly center bead

Use a large flat bead for the center or cover a glass gem with E6000 and sprinkle seed beads on it as shown below.

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MORE CRAFTS TO TRY:

• Glass Gem Votive Candle Holders
• DIY Lantern Made with Picture Frames and Paint Sticks
• Easy DIY Seashell Bracelet – No Drilling
• Pineapple Earrings – A Fun & Easy DIY

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