Light Purple Orchid Ronghua Tutorial

Repeat the same process to create the remaining silk rows.
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

Step 4. Brush the Silk

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 — avoid spraying directly onto the silk

Step 5. Attaching 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. While keeping both wires pulled tight in opposite directions to maintain tension, twist them in opposite rotational directions until the two wires gradually tighten and combine into one secure strand.

Make sure the wire spacing matches the measurements shown in Step 3.

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

Step 6. 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 7. 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 8. Flattening the Silk Strips

Next, prepare the remaining silk strips.

Use tweezers to gently straighten and tidy the fibers. Trim the wire from one end of the purple strip, then use a heated flat iron to press the strip flat. Always press from the back toward the front.

Trim one end of the light green strip as well, then flatten it using the same method.

Neatly trim away any remaining wire.
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 9. Shaping and Setting the Silk Strips

Trim the silk strips into the desired shapes, then use a heated flat iron to create gentle curves and natural shaping.

For this orchid design, prepare:

6 small orchid petals
6 large orchid petals
4 leaves

Among the 6 small petals, 4 should have a more pronounced curve, while the remaining 2 should be slightly less curved. Please refer to the video tutorial for the detailed shaping process

Step 10. Assembling the Orchid

Use two strands of thread to wrap and assemble the petals.

Start by folding 4 flower stamens in half and securing them together with thread. Then assemble 3 small petals and 3 large petals around the center. Please refer to the photos and video tutorial for the detailed wrapping and assembly process.

Repeat the same steps to create the second orchid flower.

Once both orchids are finished, shape and attach the 4 leaves. After assembling all the pieces together, carefully tighten the wrapped thread using a lighter, then trim away any excess copper wire at the base.

Next, use a stick to hold the hair clip in place, making it easier to attach the Ronghua piece to the clip base.

Use 3 strands of thread to firmly wrap and secure the orchids onto the hair clip. 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.