Working with 3-4 coffee filters at a time, fold the group in half, then fold in half again, and finally fold that in half again. Using pinking shears, cut approximately 1 ½” to 2” down from the edge, cutting across the top. This doesn’t have to be exact, nor does your cut. Clip straight across, arch the cut, or an S-shape type of cut. They all work, and it’s probably more important to vary them so they aren’t exactly alike.

Open the filters and remove one for a plain white flower. Using a permanent ink marker, color in the top filter with the bottom filters underneath. Again, no artistic ability needed. Color as shown; dot the filters, or just plain scribble. A variety is best for this project.

Using the blunt end of a steel crochet hook or similar object, place it in the middle of one filter. Fold the filter in half over the hook, then fold it in half again as shown. Now twist the ends around the hook so that when you puncture a hole in the Styrofoam, the filter will push into the hole. Slide the hook out and hold the filter in place as you pull the hook out. Now, using your fingers, pull the edges apart.