How to Build a Pyramid Out of Sugar Cubes

Sugar cubes make surprisingly versatile building blocks.

You may be surprised to learn that sugar cubes are a perfect medium for pyramid building. Each sweet cube is a nearly perfect square that makes construction a snap. Whether you leave your pyramid white or paint it, the texture of a sugar cube even resembles that of stone. Building a pyramid from sugar cubes is both an educational and creative project to enjoy.

Things You'll Need

• Pencil
• Ruler
• Cardboard or foam board
• Utility knife or scissors
• Sugar cubes (200 or more)
• White glue

Instructions

1. Cut a square of sturdy cardboard or foam board to use as your pyramid's base. Draw a 12-inch square onto the cardboard and cut it out with your utility knife or scissors.

2. Lay out 10 sugar cubes approximately 1 inch in from the edge of your board. Center the line of sugar cubes and use your ruler to make certain the line is straight. Pick up each cube, apply a small dab of white craft glue and press it onto the board. Build a complete square of sugar cubes following the same method.

3. Count out nine sugar cubes. Stack the cubes on top of the first row, but place them about halfway back from the first edge of cubes, like a step. Glue down the second row of sugar cubes and continue until you have completed a second square.

4. Continue building steps by using one less sugar cube each time. Finish the top row with a single sugar cube.

5. Spray paint your pyramid in stone-like shades of brown or tan for a more realistic look.

References

• Think Quest: Make Your Own Pyramid
• C H Sugar: Sugar as Art