Logo features a prairie style stained glass window with Brown eyed Susan flowers in front and the name "Prairie Lakes Library System".

Pipe Cleaner Crafting

Daisies and Brown Eyed Susan flowers made of pipe cleaners are displayed in vases.

About This Program

Libraries are increasingly offering hands-on creative programs like pipe cleaner flower workshops, where librarians teach participants how to make colorful flowers such as daisies, roses, and tulips. Using simple twisting and shaping techniques, attendees learn to turn ordinary pipe cleaners into vibrant floral creations. All materials are provided, and no crafting experience is required, making it fun and accessible for all ages.

These workshops offer more than just a crafting experience. They help develop fine motor skills, provide a relaxing activity for adults, and encourage social interaction among participants. Librarians often add educational touches, like fun facts about flowers or crafting history. By the end, everyone leaves with a handmade bouquet and the skills to make more at home. It’s a fun, creative way for libraries to build community and inspire learning.

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Pipe Cleaner Floral Bouquet

Flower Bouquet making at Home – Easy Gift idea – DIY Pipe Cleaner

0:14 Making Pink Rose
16:57 Making Tulip Flower
29:47 Making Pink Baby Breath Flower
35:00 Making white Bellflower
43:52 Making leaf
47:32 Making pink gerbera flower
57:47 wrap bouquet flower

Materials and Tool:

  • Chenille Wire (pipe cleaner)
  • Floral wire
  • Scissors or wire cutter
  • Ruler
  • Floral tape
  • Glue gun

Sunflowers

In this video, we will show you how to make sunflowers using pipe cleaners that is easy for you to follow step by step. 

Supplies for 15 Flowers: 

  • 200 Yellow 10″ Pipe Cleaners
  • 30 Brown 10″ Pipe Cleaners
  • 75 Green 10″ Pipe Cleaners
  • 15 Floral Stems
  • Scissors
  • Floral Tape
  • Hot Glue
  • Ruler

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Written by Tovah Anderson
Published May 1, 2025

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Cost of Supplies & Resources
Staff Energy & Set Up
A staff member needs to practice some of the crafts ahead of time. If using a projector, slides or images of the project must be compiled. Participants will need tables and chairs. People may share wire cutters and supplies.
How to Market this Program
  • Include in programming guides
  • Include in newsletters
  • In-house displays
  • School flyers
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