For years I have been working on lightening up the interior of our home. Letting go of the rich reds and golds and replacing them with warm whites, creams and blues.
I finally reset my home for summer…I know, it’s almost fall but you guys I have been behind since November!
I really wanted something soft in the two vases that flank the TV on the mantel in my family room. I looked high and low for something that was the right color and size without breaking the bank and ultimately, I decided to get crafty.
It was so much fun I wanted to share the project with you. I hope you will forgive the shadowy photos, it was a very late night project!
To make your own paper flower globe, you will need a 7 7/8-inch Styrofoam ball, a large package of paper flowers in assorted sizes, a package of tiny paper flowers with pearl centers and a hot glue gun with plenty of glue.
Place the ball in your container and draw a line around the top of the container. This will be your start line.
Start gluing flowers around the start line. Be sure to vary the flower size, overlap the flowers slightly and only glue the center so the petals are free.
Once you have gone around the start line, start to fill in the blank space with flowers and again be sure to vary sizes and overlap, this gives the surface texture.
I could not resist leaving my fur baby in this shot. He is sleeping close to the action!
A tip for getting the flowers just right and not burning your fingers is to use the eraser end of a pencil to press the center of each flower into the ball while the glue cools off.
Once the ball is covered with flowers above the start line, go back around the globe and add the tiny pearled flowers to the center of some of the flowers. This adds a little sparkle and more texture.
There is no hiding that big TV, but I am really pleased with the look of my creations.
You can cover these Styrofoam balls with many things to create a look you love. Seashells, moss, small bits of tile, crushed flowers or herbs like lavender…so many ideas and so little time!
What would you cover a globe with?
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5 Replies to “Paper Flowers Fun”
Really love the paper flower tip! Looks great !
Thanks!! Hope you have some paper flower fun too!
Very pretty. I transitioned our home from the reds and golds to cream, taupe & touches of blue with soft gold accents in accessories. I was afraid it would be too plain as I love the country french provincial colors. I absolutely love our new look. It is very inviting and people comment on how comfortable it feels in our home.
I hope you enjoy the transition as well. You have a beautiful home and great taste
Congratulations on your daughters engagement- how exciting!!
Hi Holly! Thanks for your message. I a sure your new look is beautiful! It is taking me quite a bit of time, so busy these days!. Hope to see you soon! Lorie
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