Make It: FC (Fun Crafts)

I got this info at http://vanillaivy.blogspot.com/p/sew.html

You will need:
Pencil
Ruler
Fabric
Needle
Thread
Glue
Felt fabric
Brooch pin
Buttons
Spray starch or stiffening fabric (optional)
Step 1.
Draw squares onto the fabric and cut out. Here I have used eight squares measuring 5cm x5cm each.

At this point, spray starch or stiffening fabric can be added to the squares to give them a better shape later on.
Step 2.
Take a square and fold it as shown in the pictures below.
Fold in half, point to point.

Then fold two points up to the centre point.

Turn the square over, so the open ends are out to the left.

Imagine a horizontal centre line and fold in the top and bottom points to meet this.

It can all get a bit fiddly at this point but stick with it! Now, fold it in half, length ways.

Turn it over and you will notice the start of a 'petal' shape. This side is the 'top' finished face of the petal that will face up when finished.

Step 3.
Now the petal needs to be secured with thread. This can be fiddly. Place a few stitches a few Cm's in from the open end. The stitches can be placed on both sides but NOTE: It is important to place the securing stitches a few Cm's in from the open end as the open end will be cut off in the next step.

You should be left with a shape like this:

Now, repeat all of the above steps on all of the squares of fabric to leave you with your chosen number of 'petals'.
Step 4.
Using a sturdy pair of scissors, cut off the OPEN end of your petals, at a point just before your securing stitches.

You should be left with a shape like this:

Repeat the cutting on all of the petals.
Step 5.
All of the petals need to be joined together. A strong needle and strong thread is needed for this. Here I have used embroidery thread and used pliers to pull the needle through the tough, folded fabric.
Knot the end of the thread leaving enough free to tie later then stitch through the centre of all of the petals. NOTE: Make sure all of the petals are threaded on facing the same way up!

Step 6.
Now tie the ends of the thread together, trying not to leave loose thread between the petals. The tighter the better.

Step 7.
Using your finger, push out the centre folds of the petals a little to 'shape' them.

Step 8.
Cut some felt to shape, to fit the back of the flower without showing over the edges. Then sew a blank brooch pin onto the felt. Blank jewellery findings such as rings and brooch pins can be purchased online or at art and craft shops.