Mike, Flowers are easily made by taking an ordinary tuft, spreading a bit of super glue lightly on the very tips of the tufts and then sprinkling on whatever color powder you wish to use.
Let it set, then turn it over and tap off the excess. It should be sparse using a light touch.
I use a toothpick to apply the glue, because it can roll over the tips leaving the glue.
After you tap off the excess, you can use the toothpick to separate clumps where the powder went on too thick. This makes a big difference.
Model RR stores sell the various colored flower flakes. You get 5 or 6 color packets for a few bucks.