Topiary in a Teacup

designed by Annabelle Keller

Typical Project Completion Time: 1-2 hours
(does not include drying time)

Use a pretty demitasse cup as the inspiration for this rose topiary in a teacup. Choose flowers to match the cup design, and assemble the complete topiary in one to two hours, for a unique decorative home accent.

Demitasse Topiary

MATERIALS NEEDED:
STYROFOAM* Brand Products:Balls, 1-1/2" and 2"

Other Materials:
Demitasse cup, with or without saucer
Silk flowers, assorted small flowers to match cup
Silk flower stem, 6" length (model used rose stem)
Ribbon, 1/2 yd x 5/8", wire edge
Green moss
Scissors
Wire cutters
Low temperature glue gun and glue sticks

Demitasse Topiary
Instructions:

Insert and glue 1" of silk flower stem in 1-1/2" ball.

2. Cut flowers from stems and glue to 1-1/2" ball; continue until ball is covered.

3. Place 2" ball in cup; if needed, flatten sides to fit. Flatten top of ball so it's level with rim of cup. Glue in place.

4. Insert and glue 1-1/2" of flower stem in foam ball in cup.

5. Cover foam base with green moss.

6. Make two-loop bow with center knot. Secure with floral wire. Wire bow to the topiary stem, under center front of ball; glue in place