Welcome Spring! How about a spotlight on a wonderful creator of lovely and a giveaway? Early last year I was planning a surprise party for my mom and I had this idea to use paper flowers in the decor of the party and on the party favors. So I started searching Etsy and Pinterest and finally Instagram. It was here that I found Christine Paper Design. Oh my goodness. Her Instagram feed @christinepaperdesign stopped me in my tracks and I was left speechless. How on earth were those beautiful flowers made of paper!?! I reached out to her and she was willing to work with me. I was her first US customer. What an honor! Needless to say that will not be the last time either. Her flowers are so stunning, the detail so intricate I can’t stop myself. I want to fill every corner of my home with them.
So since I think we should all know more about her, I set out to ask Christine about her business, her love for flowers and her incredible paper flower art. And here is what she said:
1) How did you get started making paper flowers?
Since I was a little girl I enjoyed nature and flowers, I loved to paint and draw, so I went to Art School and became a painter. After that, I majored in Fashion Design and spent most of my youth being a fashion designer for a major brand in my country. I discovered paper flowers six years ago, by accident in a picture online… I was fascinated about the idea and had the instant thought that I can do this… I had this feeling that I needed to do something else with my life.
I learned the techniques of making paper flowers by myself, I wanted to have my own style and became a paper artist! So, after a few years of learning and practice, I quit my job and began making paper flowers full time.
2) What is your favorite flower?
It’s hard for me to say what is my favorite flower because l love so many of them! At this moment I’m obsessed with magnolia… It’s such a delicate, soft and elegant flower!
3) How long does it take to make a typical bridal arrangement?
I spend most of the time in my studio… it’s a lot of hard work but always so fascinating! I usually make a bridal bouquet in four or five days of non-stop work, more than 12 hours a day!
4) Where are you and your studio located?
I live in a small mountain town from Romania.
5) Where do you find your inspiration for floral arrangements?
I find my inspiration in nature and real flowers. I have some flower books but pinterest and instagram help me a lot. There is also a very talented worldwide community of paper flower artists which I truly admire and keeps me motivated.
I always do my research on real flowers, I study lots of images with them, I make sketches and mood boards. I think of ways to reproduce the flowers and practice them.
I mix the paper flower techniques with my love for colors and painting. My goal is to make the flowers seem as real as possible … Also, because I’m not satisfied with the range of crepe paper coloring, I paint the paper so I can obtain the colour I want. I love mixing paint and discovering new shades all the time… the paper it’s like my canvas.
Here’s a glimpse into Christine’s beautiful studio where all those lovely paper flowers come to life by hand. Photos courtesy of Christine Paper Design.
So now it’s giveaway time! To usher in a happy spring season.
Wouldn’t you love to win this lovely paper flower arrangement pictured above (vase not included)? I’ve partnered with Christine to give away to one lucky winner this sweet arrangement. Imagine the possibilities. These paper flowers are so stunning and they will never wilt. A perfect gift for yourself or someone you love. Especially with Mother’s Day on the horizon.
This sweet arrangement includes four lovely paper flowers and some greenery. The perfect arrangement for a mantel, desk or bedside table.
Head on over to Instagram @finding_lovely and @Christinepaperdesign to enter the giveaway. If you aren’t on Instagram, leave a comment below and we’ll entering you in the drawing. This giveaway is not endorsed by Instagram. The winner will receive the small arrangement of four flowers and greenery, tied in a sweet ribbon. The vase is not included.
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Oh my goodness!! These are the most beautiful paper flowers I have ever seen! So much Beauty and talent, plus she is Romanian! My husband is Romanian and we had the pleasure of visiting a few years ago. I absolutely loved the mountains. Jackie this is all so stunning, thank you for introducing us to such a talented artist!
Oh Gaby this means so much! Romania is on our bucket list. It sounds absolutely dreamy. I’m so glad she inspires you. 🙂
Such beautiful inspirational work. I am a floral designer from Massachusetts, USA.
What a fun job you have Adria! And I couldn’t agree more, Christine’s work is so beautiful. 🙂