Pipe cleaners get a bad rap as a kids'-craft-box afterthought, but this sunflower makes a genuinely good case for them as a real material. Fuzzy, golden, and endlessly bendable, it turns out to be perfect for mimicking the ruffled texture of real petals.
It's a low-stakes, low-mess project that would make a genuinely sweet handmade gift or a bit of permanent sunshine on a desk that never sees a window. We love a craft that costs about two dollars in materials and still manages to look thoughtful.
Source: Jennifer Maker on YouTube
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