Flowers made from words. Literally.
This one-of-a-kind origami bouquet is handcrafted from the pages of real dictionaries — salvaged, donated, and rescued from recycling. Because each dictionary has its own history, the pages range from creamy vintage ivory to brighter modern white, giving every bouquet a natural, organic variation that can't be replicated. No two are exactly alike.
What's included:
12 origami paper flowers made from real dictionary pages
Optional add-on: extra flowers (available at checkout)
Optional add-on: clear glass vase (see sizing below)
Want a different book? I can make custom bouquets from specific books — romance novels, sheet music, maps, foreign language texts, and more.
Perfect for:
💍 1st anniversary gifts — the traditional 1st anniversary gift is paper!
💐 Weddings — table centerpieces or bridesmaid bouquets
🏥 Hospital patients — most ICU and oncology wards don't allow real flowers; these are a safe, lasting alternative
💝 Valentine's Day & Mother's Day
📚 Book lovers, teachers, librarians
🏡 Housewarming or hostess gifts
🎀 Children's room décor
How they're made:
Each flower is folded from 5 individual sheets of paper, hand-shaped into petals, and glued together. I use a finishing technique on every petal edge to create a soft, rounded curve — not sharp or flat like typical paper flowers. A floral wire stem is shaped by hand to form the center and stem of each bloom. Each flower takes 10–15 minutes to make.
Sizing:
⚫️ Flower diameter: approximately 2 inches
⚫️ Stems uncut: approximately 16 inches (left long so you can trim to fit any vase or container)
⚫️ Optional vase: clear glass, 7" tall × 3" wide; total arrangement height approximately 10" tall × 6" wide
The listing photos show the bouquet both cut and arranged in the included glass vase, and uncut in a wine bottle to show how they look in your own container.
A note on the vase:
The vase style and exact size may vary slightly depending on availability, but it will always be clear glass. The vase fee includes additional shipping to accommodate the added weight and packaging.
From a smoke-free home and studio.
Shipping from United States
Processing time
4-5 business days
Customs and import taxes
Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. I'm not responsible for delays due to customs.
Payment Options
Returns & Exchanges
Exchanges accepted within 30 days
Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. If the item is not returned in its original condition, the buyer is responsible for any loss in value.
I gladly accept exchanges and cancellations
Request a cancellation within: 24 hours of purchase
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
- Custom or personalized orders
- Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)
- Items on sale
Conditions of return
Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. If the item is not returned in its original condition, the buyer is responsible for any loss in value.
Frequently Asked Questions
Custom and personalized orders
Yes, I can customize pretty much anything in my shop. I can make custom color schemes for any mobile, ornament, boutonniere or bouquet. I can also customize frames, gift sets and mirrors.
Care instructions
All origami items are made with paper and can not be cleaned with any cleaner or damp cloths. I recommend dusting with a feather duster or Swiffer type duster at least once a month. I also recommend using canned air to clean dust out from inside the folds of the origami pieces. Frames and mirrors may be cleaned using a damp cloth.
Gift wrapping and packaging
If your item is a gift I am happy to add a gift note (on a handmade card) along with an invoice with no prices on it. Please just leave a note for me at purchase. Some items can be gift wrapped (ornaments, frames and mirrors). There is an extra charge for gift wrapping and can be purchased at checkout.
Custom Order Policy
Please note I am happy to make custom orders but they either need to be paid for or have a deposit put down before I start work. Each custom piece is unique and handmade, so they can not be resold if buyers back out before payment. I will send paper samples for approval to make sure orders are what you want.