How to Draw a Rosette

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Lightly draw a rough circle the desired size of your rosette.

   If you have multiple number pencils, you will want to use a softer lead for this part.  You will either erase or eventually cover these markings.  If you only have one pencil, that's okay, too! Just draw very lightly.
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   Step 2: Using a slightly darker pencil

   ,  Let them overlap occasionally; leave gaps; vary sizes.  The more variety there is, the more whimsical it will look.
   
   There is no such thing as a "perfect" flower.  They are all different.  There is no uniformity. ,  Don't make them perfectly even.  Let them fall where they may. , This will clean up the product. , Add a leaf and stem if desired.
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   Step 3: (or drawing with a heavier hand)

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   Step 4: draw a small

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   Step 5: non-perfect circle in the center of your flower.

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   Step 6: Starting at the new center circle

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   Step 7: draw loose

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   Step 8: curved lines.

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   Step 9: As you move away from the center

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    Step 10: make the petals larger and more spaced.

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    Step 11: When you are happy with your work

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    Step 12: carefully erase any of the unwanted lines that are still visible.

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    Step 13: Take a darker pencil and darken the finished product.

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