Origami flower frame dot mandala painting

Step-by-Step Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Base

• You can either build the flower frame directly on the canvas border, or create it separately on a mount board and insert your painting afterward.
• Take your sturdy base (cardstock or canvas board).
• Place your painting at the center and lightly trace around it to mark where your frame will go.
• Remove the painting for now — we will attach it later.

Step 2: Make the Origami Flowers

• Use small squares of origami paper (around 5 cm x 5 cm or 2 inches square).
• Fold different types of simple flowers like: Origami lily Simple five-petal flowers Easy rolled roses
• Make a bunch of flowers in different colors to keep the frame lively and bright.

Step 3: Arrange the Flowers

• Place the flowers around the traced rectangle you made earlier.
• Arrange them as you like: packed tightly for a full look, or loosely for a lighter feel.
• Try mixing sizes and colors to make it more dynamic and make sure it looks symmetrical and balanced.

Step 4: Glue the Flowers

• Carefully glue each flower along the edges of the frame.
• Make sure it doesn’t cover the center space for your painting!

Step 5: Add Extra Decorations (Optional)

• Stick small pearls, sequins, or glitter dots between flowers for a magical effect.
• You can also add tiny folded leaves or vines made of green paper for extra detail.

Step 6: Attach Your Painting

• Once the flower frame is dry, carefully stick your painting at the center.
• Make sure it's securely fixed and aligned with your flower border.