How to Make Styrofoam Topiary Christmas Trees

Christmas topiary trees double as centerpieces and decorations for your home. You can design a Styrofoam topiary Christmas tree in many different patterns and styles. The traditional candy topiary Christmas trees pair well with gingerbread houses. The colorful displays do not cost a lot to make, and your children can enjoy making these delicious topiary trees with you.

Things You'll Need

• Water
• 1 lb. powdered sugar
• Bowl
• Styrofoam cone (12 to 18 inches)
• Assorted candy
• Spatula
• 4 inch terra cotta pot
• Glue gun
• Ribbon

Instructions

1. Stir 1 tsp. of water at a time with 1 1/2 cups of powdered sugar in a bowl. Continue to add the water and stir until a smooth texture forms. If icing appears thin, simply add 1 tbsp. of powdered sugar at a time to thicken the icing.

2. Lay out the candies on the table to plan out your Christmas topiary design. Use candies such as peppermints, jelly beans, gum drops and coated chocolates.

3. Use a spatula to cover the Styrofoam cone with the powdered sugar icing. Spread a thin layer of icing onto the cone, and then spread icing onto the back of each candy.

4. Press the candies onto the cone. Start from the top and work your way toward the bottom for best results.

5. Use a hot glue gun to attach the bottom of the Styrofoam cone to the terra cotta pot. Glue the cone to the top of the pot. It will be slightly larger than the terra cotta pot.

6. Tie ribbon around the terra cotta pot. Leave enough excess ribbon to make a bow.

References

• Marth Stewart: Candy Topiary
• "Better Homes and Gardens": Minty Peppermint Tree Project