STYROFOAM brand foam crafts

Contempo Gerbera Daisy Cubes

A classic yet contemporary black and white color scheme add dramatic punch to the homescape. Bright gerbera daisies add a bold accent.
   Completion Time - 
1-2 hours
   Designer - 
Diane Flowers

Materials

STYROFOAM Brand Foam
  • Cubes, 5", three
Other Materials
  • Decorative papers, 12" x 12" sheets, five coordinating patterns
  • Orange silk gerbera daisies, three

Tools

  • Pencil
  • Ruler
  • Paper trimmer or scissors
  • Craft knife with sharp blade
  • Low-temp glue gun and glue sticks
  • Thick, white craft glue

Instructions

  • 1. For each foam cube, use scissors or paper trimmer to cutsix 5-1/8" squares from a variety of papers.
  • 2. Spread thin, even coat of glue onto one side of first foamcube. Place paper square over pasted foam, flush with one sideand top edge; smooth paper with fingers.
  • 3. Use craft knife to trim excess paper at side and bottomedges. Repeat to cover all sides of each foam cube.
  • 4. Use scissors tip to poke small hole in center top of eachcube. Apply hot glue to daisy stems and insert into holes; let dry.If you enjoyed this project, look here for more inspiring ideas:Chunky CandleholdersContempo Wall ArtFaux Carved Candle Pedestals