Teacup Topiary

Petite Demitasse Topiary

designed by Annabelle Keller

Typical Project Completion Time: 1-2 hours (does not include drying time)

Use a pretty demitasse cup as the inspiration for this rose topiary in a teacup. Choose flowers to match the cup design, and assemble the complete topiary in one to two hours, for a unique decorative home accent.
MATERIALS NEEDED:
STYROFOAM* Brand Products:
Balls, 1-1/2″ and 2″

Other Materials:

Demitasse cup, with or without saucer
Silk flowers, assorted small flowers to match cup

Silk flower stem, 6″ length (model used rose stem)
Ribbon, 1/2 yd x 5/8″, wire edge
Green moss
Scissors
Wire cutters

Low temperature glue gun and glue sticks

Instructions:

Insert and glue 1″ of silk flower stem in 1-1/2″ ball.

2. Cut flowers from stems and glue to 1-1/2″ ball; continue until ball is covered.

3. Place 2″ ball in cup; if needed, flatten sides to fit. Flatten top of ball so it’s level with rim of cup. Glue in place.

4. Insert and glue 1-1/2″ of flower stem in foam ball in cup.

5. Cover foam base with green moss.

6. Make two-loop bow with center knot. Secure with floral wire. Wire bow to the topiary stem, under center front of ball; glue in place.

Project reprinted courtesy of The Dow Chemical Company, Manufacturer of Genuine STYROFOAM(R) Brand Foam.

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