Faux Grass Planter

Faux Grass Planter
Designed by: Kathleen George

Typical Project Completion Time: 1 hour

Materials Needed

(Note: Measurements given are for a container measuring 22" long, 4" wide and 3" tall)

STYROFOAM™ Brand Foam:
Sheet, 36" x 12" x 1" or 36" x 12" x 1/2"

Other Materials:
Iron Graphite Texture Fierro™ Medium by DecoArt®
Faux grass or desired greenery
Serrated knife
Candle stub or paraffin
Pencil
Ruler
Toothpicks
Water basin
Paper towels
Putty knife, 1"
Low-temp glue gun and glue sticks
Thick, white craft glue

Instructions

1. Using a pencil and ruler, mark the following pieces on the foam sheet: (2) 22" x 3"; (2) 4" x 3"; and (1) 22" x 4". Wax serrated knife with candle stub or paraffin and cut out marked pieces. Smooth cut edges with fingertips.

2. Place 22" x 4" piece on flat surface; this will be your base. Using glue and toothpicks, attach four sides to base.

3. Use putty knife to spread even coat of texture medium onto top and sides of foam planter. Let dry completely.

4. If necessary, cut faux grass to fit container. Use glue gun to glue grass in planter. Hint: Extra foam pieces can be used to fill container, if needed.

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