I was given a kanzashi flower maker at CHA from Clover. I have been itching to try it out. I decided to use it to make a Green Kanzashi Flower Pin for Saint Patrick’s Day. Perfect for a small addition to your outfit for the day that will keep you pinch free. Plus you can make this so quickly and easily. Seriously you won’t believe how easy it is.
So, what’s the buzz about Kanzashi, you ask? Well, it’s like having a magic wand that turns fabric scraps into the most adorable, Insta-worthy flowers. No matter what you are making, this nifty gadget is your ticket to floral bliss.
Kanzashi Flower Maker comes in a variety of shapes and sizes. The possibilities are endless! Mix and match petals, experiment with different fabrics, and let your creativity run wild. Before you know it, you’ll be a pro!
The best part? You don’t need to be Martha Stewart to master the art of Kanzashi. It’s so easy! Just grab your favorite fabric, follow the simple instructions, and voilà—say hello to your handmade floral masterpiece. No green thumb required! You can read a full review of the Kanzashi Flower Maker and learn where to purchase it over on Craft Test Dummies.
For this project, you will need a green bandanna, bar pins, an Extra Small Kanzashi Flower Maker, and a button. This is a great St. Patrick’s Day craft. If you are looking for other St. Patrick’s Day crafts, I have plenty of those too!
This would look adorable pinned a four-leaf clover shirt or a peace, love, and four leaf clover shirt.
How to Make A Green Kanzashi Flower Pin for Saint Patrick’s Day
Supplies needed to make a Green Kanzashi Flower Pin
- Green bandanna
- Bar pins
- Extra Small Kanzashi Flower Maker
- Button
Instructions
The flower maker is simple to use and comes with complete instructions. I chose that green bandanna but you can use any green material you have on hand.
You just clip on your flower maker.
Cut around the outside.
Sew right in those numbered slots. Then pull taught and keep repeating.
I made a six petal flower all within a few minutes.
I used hot glue to add my bar pin to the back.
Plus another drop of hot glue to put a button in the center. Now my Green Kanzashi Flower Pin is complete and ready to wear this Saint Patrick’s Day.
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Equipment
- Green bandanna
- Bar pins
- Button
- Needle and thread
Supplies
- Extra Small Kanzashi Flower Maker
Instructions
- You just clip on your flower maker to the bandanna.
- Cut around the outside.
- Sew right into the numbered slots. Then pull taught and keep repeating.
- I used hot glue to add my bar pin to the back.
- Plus another drop of hot glue to put a button in the center. Now your Green Kanzashi Flower Pin is complete and ready to wear this Saint Patrick’s Day.
Very cute. The bandana idea is so clever!