Miniature Orchids 1:12 , 1:24 , 1:48 & 1:144 dollhouse scales DIY from paper, floral wire & thread

Welcome to the video! This mixed media DIY project is part of a miniature wildflower series, episode 15 making 1:12, 1:24, 1:48 & 1:144 scale Phalaenopsis orchids with copy paper, floral wire, thread & artificial snow. The orchids height measure approximately - 1 1/4” for 1:12; 3/4” for 1:24; 1/4” for 1:48; 1/8” for 1:144. Each plant took a hour or so to make. Adult supervision for younger persons is needed. Inspiration ideas from Phalaenopsis orchids with aerial roots available from greenhouses, floral departments & home stores. These orchids grow on tree bark in the wild. Material List: 1. copy paper - white copy paper painted green for leaves or floral tape 2. artificial snow - miniature size without glitter, mix with white paint for 1:48 & 1:144 scale flowers 3. beads - for vase base - purchased miniature pieces or small plastic caps or beads 4. floral tape - green for larger scale leaves 5. floral wire - for 1:12, 1:24 & 1:48 scale spike stems (can add small stems to spikes for larger scales or add buds with dabs of dried glue painted in flower color) 6. thread - for 1:144 scale stem & support piece; leaf veins; support ties - green, tan, brown 7. broom straw - for ‘bamboo’ support piece 8. Spanish moss - craft dried for roots or embroidery floss 9. template for oval or eclipse shape for leaves or draw by hand 1/8”, 1/4”, 5/16” & 5/8” 10. acrylic paints - white, green, gray 11. dried used tea bits for a tree bark or mulch look 12. glue - PVA clear drying 13. sealer - matte for plants 14. toothpicks 15. scissors & wire cutter 16. tweezers 17. clamps 18. quilter pins 19. ruler 20. stylus & foam piece 21. craft knife & cutting mat 22. punches - ( total) : medium snowflake 5/8”; small snowflake 5/16”, medium flower 1/4”; small star or flower 1/8”; oval/ellipse shape leaves: 1/8”, 1/4”, 5/16” & 5/8” 23. paintbrushes 24. paper towel 25. containers - like plastic lids to hold paint & glue & mix 26. markers - permanent: light yellow & light orange, light purple 27. color pencils - light yellow & light orange, brown, fuchsia 28. tape - easy removal to hold items while painting, gluing or cutting Notes: *supplies & materials available online or at your local arts and crafts stores *sizes are close approximations Uses & ideas: *1:12, 1:24, 1:48 & 1:144 miniature diorama scenes, greenhouses, floral shops, room box decor, floral arrangements, indoor gardens, landscaping or outdoor displays *club projects or activities - non commercial purposes I hope you like this episode of the wildflowers & are inspired to make mini Phalaenopsis orchids. Thank you so much for watching & sharing