Gum Wrapper Flowers

I found this tutorial for a gum wrapper flower which I found really interesting; I actually like the way it's come out, but I think it looks a little too messy.http://sewmanyseams.blogspot.co.uk/2012/07/tuesday-tutorial-gum-wrapper-rose.html 

I couldn't find a tutorial on how the person did these, but their blog has a few little projects with recycling materials and wrappers
http://trashintotreasures.tumblr.com/