This is a darling idea from designspongeonline.com.  It uses simple materials for big results.  This “sprouting shelf” it the perfect addition to an office or kid’s room.  It’s a great project to work on with older kids too.  Start with  a shelf you’d like to decorate and use the following materials:

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styrofoam balls of various sizes and .5″ thick styrofoam sheets 

small oval cookie cutter (or any desired shape)

acrylic paints

paintbrushes

wood shelf

cupcake liners

drill with smallest drill bit

hot glue

wire cutters

Then you go to work creating your flowers and stems to adhere to your shelf.  See design spongefor complete instructions.  What you are left with is a beautiful shelf to hang and display your favorite pictures or knick knacks on. Happy crafting!

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