I never before realized how many cool things you can do with styrofoam. Styrofoam is easy to work with and it is fairly inexpensive. I have a project here that calls for an 8 inch cube, but you can use a smaller cube. I wouldn’t suggest using a cube smaller than 6 inches since you will need it to hold a couple of candles.
Kathy Zengolewicz
Here is what you will need to get started:
- 6 or 8 inch styrofoam cube
- Assorted scrapbook paper in black and white print (I used black, silver and white and it came out great)
- If you have wrapping paper around, you can use it instead of scrapbook paper
- A wide putt knife
- Circle punches ¼ inch; 5/8 inch; 1 inch (optional)
- Card stock in black and white (optional)
- A household sponge
- three glass votive holder with candles
- A pencil
- a ruler
- Scissors
- Paper paste (Elmer’s works well)
Cut six 8 inch paper squares from you scrapbook or wrapping paper. If you wish, you can create patterned paper on the solid cardstock by cutting or punching holes out of a contrasting cardstock.
Using the putty knife, spread a thin layer of past on one side of the foam cube and on the back of one of the paper squares. Make sure to spread the paste all the way to the edges. Adhere the paper to the foam smoothing with your fingers until the paper starts to stick.
Repeat this process on all six sides of the cube. You may need to let each side dry a little bit before working on the next side. If the paper is too wet, it may slide while you’re working on another side. After all of the sides dry, wipe the cube with a damp sponge to remove any excess paste.
When the cube is thoroughly dry, place the votive cups and candles on top. Remember, never leave candles burning unattended. Enjoy!
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