Create-Your-Own Moss-Filled Bowl Decoration
Create a captivating and natural centerpiece for your dining table or entryway with this easy-to-follow DIY moss bowl centerpiece project. All you need are some basic materials: Spanish moss, forest moss, dry floral foam, and candles of varying sizes.
Prepare the Base
- Start by placing the dry floral foam inside your chosen bowl. A rustic wooden dough bowl offers an earthy tone, but any bowl shape will do. If necessary, cut the foam to fit snugly within the container using a floral foam knife.
Attach the Moss
- Cover the floral foam completely with Spanish moss, pressing it gently into the foam so it sticks securely. Layer the Spanish moss with forest moss for texture and colour contrast.
Insert the Candles
- Position candles of varying sizes directly into the floral foam. Space them evenly or cluster them creatively, depending on your style. Strategically place forest moss between the candles to conceal the floral foam.
- Fill in any visible foam gaps with more moss, ensuring a lush, natural look. Optionally, add small decorative elements like pinecones, acorns, or dried flowers for extra interest.
This method creates a natural, elegant centerpiece perfect for any occasion. If you're concerned about candle safety with kids or pets, consider using realistic flameless candles for peace of mind.
[1] Use all green moss, or create an eye-catching centerpiece using colored moss in a shade like fuchsia. [2] Dry floral foam is used for the base of the centerpiece. Dry floral foam blocks, bricks, spheres, etc., are available for this project. [3] Make sure the candles are secure and twisted deeply into the foam. [4] Plan out where to place the candles before pushing them into the foam. [5] If candles seem unstable, push them all the way through the foam and use craft glue dots to adhere them to the container. [6] Preserved Spanish moss and preserved forest moss are essential for the moss part of the centerpiece. [7] A large shallow bowl is needed for this DIY moss centerpiece. [8] Craft glue dots are optional for securing moss to the floral foam. [9] Stagger the rows of candles to add dimension from all sides of the centerpiece. [10] Multiple blocks of dry floral foam may be needed for a large centerpiece. [11] Twist taper candles and votive candles of varying colours, heights, and thicknesses into the floral foam. [12] Fill the bowl with Spanish moss to add volume and cover the floral foam.
- To complement the rustic ambiance of the DIY moss bowl centerpiece, you could choose a home-and-garden item like a large shallow bowl for the base, such as a wooden dough bowl, to create an earthy tone.
- Enhance the style of your centerpiece by embedding candles of varying sizes into the moss, ranging from tall taper candles to small votive candles, developing a lifestyle statement that caters to your unique taste.
