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Draw the middle
Near the top of your page, draw a small circle with a ring of short thin petals around it. Press lightly so you can fix it later.
▶ Watch this stepHow to Draw a Cartoon Chrysanthemum
This cartoon chrysanthemum has a small center, three rings of thin petals, a long stem and two bumpy 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 chrysanthemum, step by step
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Draw the outer ring
Draw one more ring of long thin petals all the way around. Chrysanthemums have lots and lots of petals.
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Add the leaves
Draw two leaves with bumpy edges, one on each side of the stem.
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Color your chrysanthemum
Orange for the outer petals, yellow orange for the middle ring, yellow for the inner petals and green for the stem and leaves.
▶ Watch this stepTips for a better cartoon chrysanthemum
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Draw light first
Keep your first lines soft, then press harder once you like the shape.
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Thin petals
Chrysanthemum petals are long and thin.
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Lots of petals
Keep adding rings until the flower looks full.
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Bumpy leaves
The leaves have bumpy edges.
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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 chrysanthemum, add a pot, a butterfly or a sunny sky.
Done? Now make it colourful
Colour your cartoon chrysanthemum in, or keep practising with more ideas to copy.
Questions people ask
Is this cartoon chrysanthemum easy enough for young kids?
Yes. Most children from about age 5 can follow it.
Where are chrysanthemums very special?
Chrysanthemums are very special in Japan and China.
When do chrysanthemums bloom?
Chrysanthemums bloom in autumn.
What colors do I need for a cartoon chrysanthemum?
Orange, yellow orange, 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.
