Felt Apricot Chrysanthemums
Mum on Over
Chrysanthemums and fall — is there a more classic combo? These Felt Apricot Chrysanthemums capture the season beautifully, with full, fluffy blooms in warm apricot and blush tones that make a perfect autumnal floral display. This beginner-friendly project is our take on a timeless favorite, adding a soft, handmade accent to your seasonal décor. While we’ve crafted felt chrysanthemums before (in a spidery style with longer petals), this version creates a lush, rounded “mumsy” look — and it’s surprisingly simple to make.
Tools
Materials
- Lia Griffith’s Wool Blend Felt (1 sheet ea.) — Light Peach, Apricot, Rose Quartz, and Juniper
- 24-Gauge Paper Covered Green Wire
- Lia Griffith Thick Stem Wire
- Floral Tape — Lia Griffith Bark & Pine
- Lia Griffith Paper Spun Balls — 20mm
- Aleene’s Stiffen-Quick Fabric Stiffening Spray
Goodies You Can't Google
You've found a premium project. But for less than the price of a fancy coffee... You'll get instant access to this and over 2,000 other premium projects inside the Lia Griffith membership!
Become a Member
Though these Felt Apricot Mums are beginner-friendly, we recommend using a cutting machine to do the heavy lifting with all those petals. The good news? We’ve designed the petals in strips, so all you need to do is glue them around a cotton spun ball to build a full, layered bloom. Once assembled, finish with a bit of fabric stiffener to help the flower hold its signature chrysanthemum shape. It’s an easy process with beautifully polished results!
In the U.S., chrysanthemums are one of the most popular autumn flowers, filling porches and gardens with color as the season turns. We wanted to help you bring that timeless beauty indoors year after year — no watering required. Want more evergreen action? Check out our beautiful garden of fresh felt flowers.
To shape your Felt Apricot Chrysanthemums, gently pull all the petals upward, then press lightly downward with the palm of your hand in a claw-like motion. This spreads the petals outward into a natural cupped shape. Once sprayed with fabric stiffener and fluffed out, your bloom will look wonderfully realistic. Style a few in a vase, tuck them into a fall centerpiece, or mix them with other felt florals to create a bouquet that celebrates the season.
We can’t wait to see how you make your Felt Apricot Chrysanthemums your own! Share your finished flowers with us on social media using the hashtag #MadeWithLia, or post them in our crafters’ community.
All the Goodies You Can't Google 🎁
Tired of scrolling endlessly for the perfect project? Save time, money, and Google-induced headaches with us! Our membership makes it easy to create beautifully finished crafts without needing to look all over the internet for ideas and materials or spend lots of money on individual videos and templates.
Become a Member
Discussion
Ask Lia or the community!
Back to the Top