How to Make a Wafer Paper Peony: Beginner Wafer Paper Flower Tutorial Cake Decorating and Baking Tutorial

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How to Make a Wafer Paper Peony: Beginner Wafer Paper Flower Tutorial
with Paul Bradford
Skill level: Easy Cake Decorating | Cakeflix - Beginner Level Courses
HD Lessons: 8
Decorating time: 2 hours
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1. Cutting out the petals

Paul starts by creating his own Peony template then cuts out the petal shapes.

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2. Wiring up the petals

Paul now shows how to wire up the petals.

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3. Colouring the petals

Using a mix of colour dusts Paul gives the petals that distinctive peony look.

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4. Creating the peony

Paul now brings all the pieces together to create this stunning peony.

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5. Other Ideas

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Learn how to create a stunning wafer paper peony with this beginner-friendly tutorial from Paul Bradford. Designed especially for those new to wafer paper flowers, this step-by-step guide walks you through each stage in a clear, easy-to-follow way, helping you build confidence while creating elegant cake decorations.

This tutorial shows you exactly how to make a beautiful wafer paper peony without using cutters, making it perfect for decorators who want professional results using simple tools. Each stage is broken down into manageable steps, from shaping delicate petals to assembling a realistic flower that looks stunning on wedding cakes, celebration cakes and floral designs.

With Paul’s calm teaching style and practical techniques, beginners can quickly learn how to handle wafer paper, shape petals naturally and create a full, realistic peony that adds a touch of elegance to any cake. Whether you are just starting out or looking to expand your floral decorating skills, this tutorial gives you the confidence to create impressive edible flowers from scratch.

Perfect for:

  • Beginner cake decorators learning wafer paper techniques
  • Anyone wanting to make wafer paper flowers without cutters
  • Creating elegant peony cake toppers
  • Decorating wedding cakes and celebration cakes
  • Expanding your edible flower skills step by step

In this tutorial you will learn how to:

  • Make a wafer paper flower with no cutters or templates
  • Cut the shape and wire the petals
  • Shape the petal to achieve a natural look
  • Colour the petals
  • Wiring the flower together

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Paul Bradford

Paul Bradford

Paul Bradford´s mission is to ‘Empower people to achieve their cake decorating dreams’ by providing a range of cake decorating courses and online tutorials through their website, which currently teaches 195,000+ students.  
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