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DIY Decorative Tree with a Styrofoam Ball and Flowers

Introduction

Are you looking for an inspiring DIY project for your home or a personalized gift? Here’s a creative idea to craft a decorative flower tree that will bring coziness, beauty, and individuality to your space.

With selected materials and a touch of creativity, you can create an impressive decoration suitable for various occasions—birthdays, weddings, or simply to brighten up your home.

Required Materials

All materials can be found at EM ART stores or online:

• Styrofoam ball (tree base)
• Faux suede flowers
• Fabric flowers
• Colorful pom-poms
• Decorative leaves
• Small pot (plastic, porcelain, or wooden)
• Twine for decoration
• Hot glue gun and glue sticks
• Lace ribbon
• Organza ribbon
• Wooden stick (for the stem)
• Pebbles (mother-of-pearl or other heavy elements for stability)

Step-by-Step: How to Make the Decorative Tree

Step 1: Preparing and Decorating the Pot

1. Choose a pot and wrap it with twine, securing it with hot glue.
2. For an extra touch, decorate the rim with lace ribbon.
3. Partially fill it with pebbles for stabilization.
4. Insert a wooden stick that will serve as the tree trunk, and glue it firmly in place.
5. Cover the pebbles in the pot with black felt to imitate soil.

Step 2: Attaching the Styrofoam Ball

1. Pierce a hole in the styrofoam ball to make it easier and more secure to attach to the stem.
2. Carefully glue it to the top of the stem.

Step 3: Decorating the Tree with Flowers

1. Trim the flower stems so they can be glued to the surface of the ball.
2. Alternate between different flowers, leaves, and pom-poms for a rich texture.
3. Add beads between the flowers for sparkle and flair.
4. Decorate the base around the stem—use mini roses, greenery, leaves, etc.
5. Finish with an organza ribbon glued just below the tree crown.

Tips and Ideas for Inspiration

• Use a theme—e.g., spring, autumn, or romantic, depending on the flower colors and elements.
• Mix different textures and materials—satin flowers, paper accents, moss, pearls.
• Add personalized elements—a name, a small tag, or a message/date label.
• Use it as a gift for a special occasion or as a centerpiece decoration.
• Instead of flowers, you can glue mini toys, figurines, sequins, or Christmas decorations—perfect for any season!

Conclusion

Creating this decorative tree is not only a fun activity but also a great way to put your heart and soul into a handmade piece.

Unleash your imagination, experiment, and create something that brings joy and charm!