Sunflower Ronghua Tutorial | Rivelace

Be sure to follow the measurements shown in the diagram, as each row may vary slightly in length and thickness. Below are the completed silk rows we prepared.

Silk Row for Leaves

Silk Row for petals (small petals and large petals)

Step 3. Brush the Silk

Fix the silk fibers in place using your preferred setup, then carefully comb the fibers to align them smoothly and evenly.

Don't have a Ronghua stand? Click here for alternative setup options.

Use a bristle brush to gently comb through the silk rows.
Continue brushing for around 3-5 minutes until the silk fibers become soft, fluffy, and fully loosened with no strands sticking together. If static occurs, lightly mist water into the air nearby.

Step 4. Attaching the Copper Wires

We recommend clicking the video below to watch how to attach the copper wires.

Once the silk has been brushed thoroughly, secure the opposite end with another large clip to keep the silk stretched tightly and evenly.

Take one copper wire from the folded end of the silk row and straighten it completely. Twist the folded section into a small spiral about 3 cm long.

Place the silk fibers between the two copper wires. Keep both wires taut and twist them gently to clamp the silk fibers between the wires. Continue until the entire strip is secured.

Make sure the wire spacing matches the measurements shown in Step 2.

If you have anti-slip powder, lightly applying some to your fingers can make the twisting process much easier.

 

Step 5. Cutting the Silk Strips

Neatly trim the end of the silk row, then cut between each pair of copper wires to separate the silk into individual strips.

When cutting, make sure the scissors are positioned exactly in the center between two copper wires. This helps keep the width of each silk strip even and consistent.

 

If silk fibers begin sticking to the scissors, clean the blades before continuing — this is usually caused by static or glue residue. Make quick, clean cuts to keep the edges neat and even.

Be careful not to touch or press against the copper wires while cutting, as this may shift their position. If a wire does move slightly, gently adjust it back into place before continuing to cut.

Step 6. Centering and Twisting the Silk Strips

Use a flat surface or wooden block to gently adjust the copper wire until it sits in the center of each silk strip.

Once centered, hold both ends firmly and twist your hands in opposite directions to tighten the strip.

  

Next, place the copper wire section between the twisting boards and continue twisting in the same direction while keeping the wire taut. Stop once the strip feels firm and compact.

Avoid overtwisting, as this may cause the copper wire to deform or break.

To check if the strip is tight enough, gently rub the twisting boards against the strip — there should be slight resistance. Properly tightened strips will only show a faint trace of the copper wire.

 

Step 7. Flattening the Silk Strips

Next, prepare the remaining silk strips.

Use tweezers to gently straighten and tidy the fibers.For the Yellow petal strips, Divide each strip into two sections from the middle of the yellow color . These will be used to create two petal sizes — one larger petal and one smaller petal. 

For the Green petal strips,fold the copper wire in half and twist it tight.

Then use a heated flat iron to press the strip flat (petals and leaves strip). Always press from the back toward the front.

Soak the strip with hairspray to help it keep its shape. If you do not have hairspray, you can use a mixture of white glue and alcohol at roughly a 1:2–1:3 ratio instead.

Remove any excess liquid before drying, otherwise the strip may become too thick or stiff.

Stand the strip upright and allow it to dry completely

Step 8.Prepare the flower stamens

Take a wooden stick with a diameter of approximately 5mm and wrap white fishing line around it 50 times, ensuring a piece of copper wire is placed against the stick before you begin winding. 

Once the 50 turns are complete, fold the copper wire in half and twist it tight to secure the coil; then, remove the coil, cut it open, and color it with a brown marker. 

Next, use a lighter to singe the coil while shaping it into a circle. Finally, take about 12 stamens, cut them in half, arrange them around the brown center, and bind them tightly with thread. The stamen assembly is now complete.

Step 9.Trimming and Shaping the Petals

Trim the silk pieces into the petal shapes and leave shapes.

For one flower, we will need:

• 2 Green Leaves

• 9 large  petals

• 9 small petals

If you want the petals to look more lifelike, you can dampen them with 75% alcohol; once they soften, use tweezers to adjust the folds and then let them air dry. Please refer to the video for the specific steps.

Step 10. Assembling the Sunflower

The first layer consists of nine small petals, and the second layer consists of nine large petals.

Use two strands of thread to wrap and assemble the petals.Assemble the petals, flower center, and leaves as desired. Adjust the arrangement freely to achieve your preferred design.

Finally, attach the Ronghua to a base, such as a  clip or brooch.

Try to keep the wrapping neat, smooth, and evenly covered without visible gaps.

To finish, lightly heat the wrapped thread with a lighter to tighten it. You can also apply a small amount of white glue to reinforce the wrapped areas for extra stability.

We can’t wait to see your creation 
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