How To Make a Flower Crown for Kids

How to make a flower crown for kids with live flowers!
How to make a flower crown for kids with live flowers!
5/19/25 - By Ally Noel

Learn how to make a flower crown for kids with only three things and in three easy steps.

Picking flowers at a pick-your-own field or farm is a great way to spend a summer day! I know what to do when I pick too many blueberries (freeze them), pick too many strawberries (jam them), or pick too many apples (sauce them).  But, I was a bit stumped about a project for "what to do with all these flowers!"  

Scrolling through Instagram one day, I was completely inspired by the idea of flower crowns.  There have been so many gorgeous examples floating through my feed, that I just knew I had to learn how to make flower crowns for kids. It turns out they are pretty simple to fumble your way through. Note: this is really fun for kids, but this project definitely requires adult hands, fingers, and patience. 

Read on for step-by-step and picture-by-picture instructions on how to make a flower crown for kids!

To find a flower field near you, check your local Guide to Farms and Pick Your Own Berries & Flowers.

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photo of little girl picking photos in a field to make flower crowns

First, you're going to need flowers. Pick your own or get some from a local store.

How To Make a Flower Crown

Materials for Making a Flower Crown

  • Floral Stem Wire (we used 16 gauge)
  • Floral Tape
  • Flowers of a variety of sizes (the fresher the better)

Steps to Making a Flower Crown

photo of floral stem wire bent into a circle

Use floral stem wire, and shape it into a circle that will fit your child's head.

1. Create a crown shape using the floral stem wire. I simply made a circle, and then bent the wire on the ends to form hooks.

photos of wrapping flower tape around flowers to bind them to the wire to make a flower crown.
Flower tape is easy to use and it makes flower crown creation so simple!

2. Gently wrap the stem of the flower around the wire and secure it in place using the floral tape.

little girl in a gorgeous and natural flower crown

A natural costume kids can use for pretend play!

3. Keep layering and taping the flowers until you've achieved the desired look.

It will last for a couple of days in the fridge; and that's after giving you a couple of hours of imaginative play!

About the Author

Ally Noel
Ally Noel has lived in Connecticut for over two decades. Before becoming a parent, she worked as an Educational Technology Specialist, helping schools and teachers integrate technology into learning. Now, she’s all about discovering the best family-friendly adventures, activities, and hidden gems. Share your tips, questions, or just say hi at ally@mommypoppins.com, and follow along for family fun at @mommypoppinsct.