I added more to my answer above.
Here's a you tube showing the basics for paper piecing. A pattern is more complicated when you have more pieces. Just search on the web for you tube paper piecing instructions & tons will come up for you to watch. I think as a novice you might be better off making a block from fabrics that have thyme and orchids in them.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t7Kx4Q7JSwQ