My breakthrough came with this flower.

The Distant Drum rose is my absolute favourite rose to make when I want a flower that’s both classic and has a unique colouring. Although the colour of the rose changes in different climates, it's known for its peachy-bronze-mauve colour. It's a favourite rose for many florists. I loved teaching it in my in-person workshops. When I first embarked on making this flower in crepe paper, I approached it like any other flower I make. Little did I know that through the process of designing and constructing this rose, it would ultimately become one of my breakthrough flowers. While designing and creating this flower, I discovered techniques that elevated my paper floral artistry. I've been able to transfer many of the skills I learned from designing this flower to other types of roses and flowers. I hope you'll join me on this journey as this might be the breakthrough flower for you too!

What You'll Learn in this Course

  • My standard formula or creating an ultra-realistic floribunda rose

  • How to use the unique qualities of doublette crepe paper to create texture

  • My secret technique that makes the petals in the centre swirl open naturally

  • To assemble the bloom so the petals look naturally placed

  • To make a proper leaf stem for any rose

  • Tinting and colouring methods to mimic this flower's special profile

What's inside

  • WRITTEN MATERIALS & TEMPLATES

    This course comes with a written instructions and templates that you can download and reference. Measurements are in both metric and (for our American friends) imperial.

  • STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS

    Ideal for those with previous experience making paper flowers due to the intricacy of the flower, but complete beginners will be able to just as easily follow along thanks to Jessie's clear instructions and demonstrations.

  • Video Demonstration

    Watch Jessie demonstrate how she constructs her realistic blooms one step at a time in 16:9 video format. Videos include short descriptive captions when appropriate.

Course curriculum

    1. 1.1 | Welcome

    2. 1.2 | Materials & Tools

    3. 1.3 | Written Instructions & Templates

    4. 1.4 | Introduction to the Distant Drums Rose

    1. 2.1 | How to Make the Inner Stamen

    2. 2.2 | How to Make the Fringed Stamen

    1. 3.1 | How to Cut, Shape, and Attach the Inner "Swirl" Petals

    2. 3.2 | How to Cut, Shape, and Attach the Peach "Texture" Petals

    1. 4.1 | How to Cut, Shape, and Attach the Peach "Cupping" Petals

    1. 5.1 | How to Cut, Shape, and Attach the Purple "Outer" Petals

    2. 5.2 | How to Cut, Shape, and Attach the Purple "Finishing" Petals

    3. 5.3 | Applying Finishing Touches to the Petals

    4. 5.4 | OPTIONAL: Tinting the Petals

    1. 6.1 | How to Make the Calyx

What's inside

  • 19 lessons
  • 1.5 hours of video content
  • Downloadable instructions & templates

Ready to bloom with me?

LET ME SHOW YOU HOW TO TURN A FLAT SHEET OF PAPER INTO A THREE-DIMENSIONAL MASTERPIECE!

FAQ

  • What type of tools & materials do you use in this course?

    I use mainly crepe paper as my main medium, which you can purchase online at various suppliers. My favourite suppliers are listed in the Toolbox section. I also use stem wires and sometimes floral tape which can be purchased at floral supply wholesalers, baking/cake supply stores and even big box stores like Michaels and Joanns. Everything else can be easily purchased from art or craft stores, online, or you likely have them at home. For most materials, I provide direct links to where you can buy them inside the course.

  • When does the course start and finish?

    The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.

  • How long do I have access to the course?

    The short answer - Forever. The long answer - You’ll have access to the course videos and content forever as long as Crafted to Bloom exists, even if the online course platform changes.

  • Do you offer any refunds or guarantees?

    Unfortunately, due to the nature of digital products, I cannot offer a refund. That said, I just know that you'll learn something! I design every one of my flower online course so that I can share new and fresh techniques with you. I hate repeating myself.

  • I’ve never tried making paper flowers. Is this for me?

    Absolutely - this course is perfect for anyone who wants to learn. This course provides step-by-step lectures with me guiding you at each step through video instruction. You get to watch me demonstrate various steps up-close while I thoroughly explain every action I take. You’ll have access to the templates that I use - no need to free-hand cut anything! If you didn’t catch something - anything - the first time, you can watch and re-watch the videos. I’m confident that you will create a gorgeous flower that resembles my Distant Drums rose by the end of the course. That said, I do recommend that you also take my "Easy" online courses so you can familiarize yourself with some of the basic skills and techniques without feeling overwhelmed with the skills and techniques taught in these more advanced courses.

  • I'm an experienced paper floral artist. Would I still benefit from this course?

    I don’t know about you, but I absolutely LOVE to watch other seasoned paper florists work and create. I always learn new tricks or new ways of doing something. It’s amazing how everyone does things differently. I’m confident that you’ll learn something new from my course too. I hate repeating myself.

  • Can I sell the flower I make from this online course?

    Yes, you’re welcome to make this flower and sell it. All I ask is if someone, like a customer, ask you how you learned to make the flower, that you could acknowledge that you learned it from me and give credit where it is due.

  • Can I teach this flower to other people?

    If you know someone who would like to learn how to make this paper flower, I would ask you to encourage them to sign up for this course. Please do not share the access information with third parties. You paid for access to it, and so should they. I’ve put in a lot of effort to designing this course and the intellectual property connected to this course, the materials, and the techniques are mine. Similarly, you are absolutely not permitted to teach this paper flower for monetary gain without expressed written permission from me. If you are interested in re-teaching this paper flower I do offer licensing options. Read more about this in the Terms & Conditions page: https://www.craftedtobloom.com/pages/terms

IMAGINE THE POSSIBILITIES...

WHAT OUR STUDENTS ARE SAYING



"I signed up to Jessie's online "Distant Drums " flower workshop in fear and trepidation. But I had the most magical time with Jessie as I basked in her patience and attention to detail as she brought to life this beautiful flower in my hands. It was pure joy to learn at my own pace and to be able to go back and check I had got the next step right. I also learnt some new techniques which I have already put into practice in my flower making. If you want to learn in this way I thoroughly recommend this course but I must warn you making this awesome flower is addictive."


- Sue Bowen


"I highly recommend this lovely class! Jessie has created a wonderful course with Teachable showing how to make a Distant Drums crepe paper rose. She shares her incredible talent and secrets for creating a truly unique paper flower. I’ve been making paper flowers for over a year, learning from many different tutorials and instructional books. This class now ranks at the top of my all-time favorites! Jessie has filmed a very detailed course, and walks you through each step, just as if she were sitting there with you. The quality of the film and sound is excellent, as are her instructions. You can listen, read (she includes a printed instruction sheet), or just watch as she shows you every step; including some techniques I had never seen before. The templates are full size; just print and cut. I think even beginners will be able to follow along and with practice create a lovely bloom, and experienced paper florists will be happy to learn some new tricks to add to their repertoire." 


- Sheila Fisher, Petals from Paper




"I have always loved Jessie’s Distant Drums Roses and really was stumped on how she made them. So I took the plunge and purchased the course. First off, the instructions and video were great and easy to understand. She explained all the materials needed in concise format and made it easy to get started. She walks the student through the process from start to finish. Many of the courses that I have seen go through the details so quickly that I found I’ve had to stop and rewind—not this time. You can work right along with Jessie and create the perfect Distant Drum Rose. The cost was very reasonable, too!!! I can’t wait to make more of these beautiful roses. Thanks Jessie!!!!" 


Susan Bonn, Susan Bonn Designs


“Those are the most lovely roses I’ve ever done thanks to Jessie’s course! The course is enjoyable with clear directions on how to make the Distant Drums rose. I’m so in love with my  #distantdrums.


Anna Chedid, Flores da Annita

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Sofia's perfectly styled Distant Drums rose

Bonnie's intricately made Distant Drums rose


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