Tuesday, February 23, 2010

Crepe Paper Flowers

Do you remember these large, pretty flowers that were popular back in the 60's? I found a few pictures of them in my vintage magazines:
I'm sure they're probably still available - but I haven't seen any for sale.
I know you can make them, too - not something I have ever tried.

But I did find some here in the house! Some were in such poor shape that I had to toss them. But I also came across some that had yet to be unfurled! They don't look very exciting in their unused state:
But, look how lovely they become when they are allowed to bloom!

Pretty paper posies.
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8 comments:

  1. LorloreFebruary 23, 2010 at 6:39 AM

    Great flowers you found!! They can still be found in Mexico too!! Love the bright colors!!

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  2. Tina DawnFebruary 23, 2010 at 6:51 AM

    Lori is right on. Mexico is where you want to go to find these flowers. They probably sell them at Olvera Street in Los Angeles (see my blog of Feb 10th) too. You are so lucky to have found the vintage ones. Love T

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  3. jamie@midcenturymaniaFebruary 23, 2010 at 7:16 AM

    My sister, who is much craftier than I, made the most beautiful wreath out of brightly colored paper. I think she shellacked them or something. We had it hanging in our livingroom for years. I love those bright colors. They are so cheerful. That was fun hitting the stores yesterday. Can't wait to see your "freebie" post. I won't give it away.

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  4. Kim G.February 23, 2010 at 2:03 PM

    Those are pretty posies!

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  5. yosemite faithFebruary 23, 2010 at 4:36 PM

    a fabulous find in your very own house!

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  6. RobinFebruary 23, 2010 at 6:29 PM

    oh my goodness! You had them in your house?! How lucky!
    Thanks for visiting my blog the other day! I guess we were both thinking Spring with the crepe paper flowers!
    Robin

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  7. RoseFebruary 24, 2010 at 4:55 AM

    wow...this crepe paper flowers looks awesome. I have never seen anything like it.

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  8. farmladyFebruary 24, 2010 at 10:16 PM

    They're so pretty. I think I remember my Mom making some of these.

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