Make Your Mailbox the Envy of Your Neighborhood

I began with a square piece of styrofoam, this one was 4.8″ x 4.8″ x 4.8″ square piece to create this decoration.

I cut out one corner of the square and set it aside to save for a future craft. This left me with a “V” or “L” piece of styrofoam.

I took this out and tried it on my mailbox. With wires secured in the ends, I knew this would easily be secured to my mailbox when my project was completed.

I couldn’t take my mailbox indoors, so I used this small plastic container to use as a stand in for the mailbox while I styled my decoration.

I used my wire technique (you can read more about it on my  Halloween Swag project) to attach wires in each end of the “v” . Later I would use additional coated wires to attach this decoration securely to the mailbox, I wanted to cover the wires for a prettier look, so I attached a piece of ribbon with floral pins. Don’t count on the ribbon with the pins to hold this on your mailbox, though.

Now for the fun, I began by digging through my bins of leftover fall florals and leaves and sticking them securely into the styrofoam. I didn’t want anything loose since this will be out in the weather.

I continued to build my decoration by adding the faux leaves, making sure that I turned my tub around so I could add to all sides. This will be viewed from all sides, so I didn’t want any holes in my arrangement.

Here is a view from the top as I built up the sides.

Time to add some tiny faux pumpkins! I used wood sticks stuck into the pumpkins and then stuck into the styrofoam.

Sunflowers are a great nod to the fall season along with some pretty fall mums and autumn colored berries.

Time to add this to my mailbox! I am so happy with the color it adds to my curb appeal! 

Surprise your mailman and your neighbors with the prettiest mailbox on the street this fall with a fall decorated mailbox! I hope you liked this one! I would love to have you visit me at Celebrate & Decorate!