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Draw the middle
Near the top of your page, draw a small circle. Around it, draw a ring of small pointy petals. Press lightly so you can fix it later.
▶ Watch this stepHow to Draw a Cartoon Dahlia
This cartoon dahlia has a small center, three rings of pointy petals, a long stem and two leaves. Watch each step being drawn in pencil, then copy it on your own paper. It works for kids from about age 5 and for adult beginners too.
7 easy steps 20 minutes Easy level Ages 5 and up
Copy the dark lines in each step. The grey lines are the parts you already drew.
How to draw a cartoon dahlia, step by step
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Add the middle ring
Around the small petals, draw a bigger ring of pointy petals that fit between them.
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3Step 3 of 7
Draw the outer ring
Draw one more ring of long pointy petals all the way around. Dahlias look like a big star ball.
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7Step 7 of 7
Color your dahlia
Dark pink for the outer petals, pink for the middle ring, light pink for the small petals, yellow for the center and green for the stem and leaves.
▶ Watch this stepTips for a better cartoon dahlia
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Draw light first
Keep your first lines soft, then press harder once you like the shape.
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Rings of petals
Draw the petals in rings, from small in the middle to big on the outside.
3
Fit in the gaps
Each new ring goes in the gaps of the ring before.
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Darker outside
Use darker pink on the outside and lighter in the middle.
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Go over the final lines
Trace your drawing with a darker pencil or a black pen so it stands out after coloring.
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Make it your own
Once you finish your dahlia, add a pot, a butterfly or a sunny sky.
Done? Now make it colourful
Colour your cartoon dahlia in, or keep practising with more ideas to copy.
Questions people ask
Is this cartoon dahlia easy enough for young kids?
Yes. Most children from about age 5 can follow it.
Where do dahlias come from?
Dahlias first came from Mexico.
What is the national flower of Mexico?
The dahlia is the national flower of Mexico.
What colors do I need for a cartoon dahlia?
Dark pink, pink, light pink, yellow and green.
Can I print the steps?
Yes. Right click or long press any step picture to save it, then print it and keep it next to you while you draw.
