Inkling: lotus blossom pomander ball

I made this pomander ball out of wax paper. It reminds me of a lotus blossom.

I love the way the paper is slightly translucent and catches the light.

To make a pomander ball like this, you’ll need:

• A Styrofoam ball – I used a 2.5” ball.
• String or thread
• Wax paper
• Glue – I used Aleene’s Tacky Glue

• Start by poking a small hole through your ball. You can use a long needle or a barbeque skewer.
• Thread your string through the hole and secure with either a bead at the bottom or glue.
• Cut out your petals. Fold up the wax paper to cut several at a time. Make your petals different sizes.
• Starting at the bottom, glue the smaller petals and work your way around and up until you reach the top using the larger petals.

Tip: I put my Styrofoam ball in the top of a small vase so I wouldn’t have to hold it as I glued the petals.

Planning a wedding? Use larger balls and make several for pretty but inexpensive impact.

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