From Trash to Springtime Treasure!
🛠️ What You’ll Need
✔️ 1 cardboard egg carton (paper-based, not plastic)
✔️ Scissors
✔️ Acrylic paints (various bright colors + yellow)
✔️ Paintbrushes (small/medium size)
✔️ Hot glue gun or strong craft glue
✔️ Jute twine or string (cut to garland length)
✨ Optional Fun Add-ons:
✔️ Toothpick or pencil (to poke holes)
✔️ Scrap cardboard, foam, air-dry clay, or yellow paper
✔️ Glitter
✔️ Buttons or mini charms
✔️ Faux leaves or paper greenery
✔️ Ribbon or lace bits
Steps
Save That Egg Carton
Start with a clean, dry cardboard egg carton. You’ll use the cups to form flower shapes.
Cut Out the Flower Shapes
Use scissors to cut each cup out and shape them into 5-petal flowers. Don’t stress over perfection — funky flowers are the cutest.
Paint the Petals
Paint each flower inside and out using your favorite colors. Let them dry completely before moving on.
Make the Flower Centers
Roll tiny yellow balls from scrap material like foam, clay, or paper — these will be your flower centers.
Glue the Centers In
Use glue to attach the yellow balls to the middle of each flower. Hold for a few seconds to set.
Cut the Twine
Decide how long you want your garland to be. Cut the jute twine accordingly, adding extra length for hanging.
Attach the Flowers
Glue the back of each flower to the twine, spacing them out evenly. Let everything dry fully.
Display Your Garland
Hang it on a mantel, across a window, along a fence, or over a party table. Instant spring vibes!
🌟 Fun For Fest Tips:
Want extra sparkle? Add glitter or metallic paint details.
Make mini versions for gift wrapping!
Turn leftover flowers into pins, magnets, or wall art.
💚 Tag @funforfest if you make these – we need to see your creations!
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