1) Prepare Your Flower

Before you start rolling, you’ll need to break up your flower into a fine, even grind. You can use a grinder for this or break it apart by hand. Be sure to remove any large stems, as they can make rolling more difficult and affect the smoothness of the smoke.

2) Prepare Your Rolling Paper

• Hold the rolling paper so that the gummed side is facing up.
• The flap (gum line) should be facing you.
• Some people prefer to fold the edge of the paper slightly to make it easier to start the roll.

3) Make the Filter  (optional)

• If you’re using a filter or tip: Take a small piece of thin cardboard or pre-made filter paper. Roll it up tightly into a cylindrical shape. The filter should be about the width of the joint and fit snugly at one end. It helps to prevent the flower from falling out and makes the joint easier to hold and smoke.

4) Fill the Paper with Flower

Take your ground flower and evenly distribute it along the paper. Try to keep the distribution consistent from one end to the other, leaving a little space at the top near the gum strip.

• Tip: Don’t overpack the joint. A tightly packed joint can be hard to smoke and may burn unevenly. You want a nice, even amount that fills the paper comfortably without bulging.

5) Shape the Joint

With the flower evenly spread, use your fingers to gently shape the material into a uniform cylinder. Pinch both sides of the paper and roll it back and forth to help the flower take shape and smooth out any bumps.

6) Roll the Joint

Once the flower is evenly shaped, start rolling the joint by gently pinching the edges of the paper together. Roll back and forth between your fingers, gradually tucking one edge of the paper over the flower and rolling it toward the other end.

• Use your thumbs to guide the paper, and be sure to keep everything aligned.

7) Seal the Joint

When you reach the sticky edge (the gum line), lick it lightly, then press it to seal the joint. Run your finger along the seam to make sure it’s securely sealed.

• Tip: Be gentle with the gum strip, try not to get it too wet. You want just enough moisture for it to stick.

8) Pack the End  (optional)

If the joint is a little loose, you can gently pack the open end with a small tool, like a pen or a packing stick. This ensures the flower is compressed evenly and makes the joint burn smoothly.

• Twist the open end of the joint to close it up. Some people like to leave this end twisted for aesthetic purposes, but it’s optional.

9) Light It Up

Once your joint is rolled, you’re ready to smoke! Light the twisted or open end with a lighter, and puff gently while rotating the joint to ensure an even burn.