To make poppies from plastic bottles, you'll need to slice off the bottom of a plastic bottle using a chopping board and a knife.
While the provided snippet is extremely limited, it gives the very beginning steps. A more complete set of instructions would generally involve the following steps:
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Gather Materials: You'll need plastic bottles (red are ideal, but you can paint them), a cutting board, a craft knife or scissors, a heat source (candle or heat gun, used very carefully), pliers or tweezers, wire, beads or buttons for the center, and paint (if needed).
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Prepare the Bottle: As shown in the snippet, slice off the bottom of the plastic bottle. This section will form the petals.
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Shape the Petals: Cut the bottle bottom into petal shapes. You can draw a template first if desired. The number of petals will determine the poppy's fullness.
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Heat and Shape: This is a crucial and potentially dangerous step. Adult supervision is required. Carefully heat the edges of the petals with a heat gun or briefly hold them near a candle flame (avoid direct contact). The plastic will soften and curl, giving the petals a more realistic shape. Use pliers or tweezers to manipulate the hot plastic. Work in a well-ventilated area.
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Create the Center: Paint the inside of the bottle black if it isn't already. Use a bead, button, or a small ball of plastic to create the center of the poppy. Secure it with glue.
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Assemble the Poppy: Poke a hole through the center of the petals and the center piece. Thread wire through the hole to hold the poppy together. The wire can also serve as the stem.
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Finishing Touches: Add any additional details like paint or seed beads to enhance the poppy's appearance.
