DIY Whoville Centerpiece

2 min read September 14, 2026 Dawn Wade
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Maybe Christmas doesn’t come from a store.  Maybe Christmas perhaps, means a little bit more.  Invite the Grinch into your home with this DIY Whoville Centerpiece.  All you need is a few craft supplies and your craft mojo to make your holiday Whoville Centerpiece come to life!   

Project Time
40 to 50 min
Difficulty
Intermediate
Step
1

Use a flat-bristled paintbrush and acrylic paint to add color to a DIY Flowerbox Centerpiece.  You can choose one color of paint or paint each side a different color like we did here.  Paint the bottom of the flowerbox white and allow time for the craft to dry. 

DIY Whoville Centerpiece step 1
Step
2

Once the paint is dry, apply a layer of Mod Podge® to the white bottom of the flowerbox.  While the Mod Podge® is still wet, apply a layer of Iridescent Glitter and shake off the excess.  Allow time for the Mod Podge® to dry. 

DIY Whoville Centerpiece step 2 part 1
DIY Whoville Centerpiece step 2 part 2
Step
3

Download, print and cut out the scallop trim template.  Trace the scallop onto the back of the Gold Glitter Contact Paper Roll, continuing the scallop until you have enough length to wrap around the flower box. We found it is easier to trace the scallops if you print the template onto cardstock.  Once the scallop is all traced, cut out the scallop and adhere it around the flowerbox.  We secured ours with a bit of hot glue.  You can print the free printable Scallop Trim Template here. 

DIY Whoville Centerpiece step 3 part 1
DIY Whoville Centerpiece step 3 part 2
Step
4

Use a flat-bristled paintbrush and acrylic paint to paint the DIY House Assortment.  To create the crisp corners, use masking or washi tape to section of the corners.  Allow time for the paint to dry before moving onto the next painted section. 

 

DIY Whoville Centerpiece step 4 part 1
DIY Whoville Centerpiece step 4 part 2
DIY Whoville Centerpiece step 4 part 3
Step
5

Apply a layer of Mod Podge® to the roof and base of the houses.  While the Mod Podge® is still wet, apply a layer of Iridescent Glitter and shake off the excess.  Allow time for the Mod Podge® to dry. 

DIY Whoville Centerpiece step 5 part 1
DIY Whoville Centerpiece step 5 part 2
Step
6

Use a flat-bristled paintbrush and acrylic paint to paint the DIY Unfinished Wood Nativity Peg Dolls.  Once the paint is dry, use an extra fine point sharpie to draw faces onto each of the peg dolls. 

DIY Whoville Centerpiece step 6 part 1
DIY Whoville Centerpiece step 6 part 2
Step
7

Embellish the rest of the table with these easy DIY Christmas Tree Tabletop Centerpieces.  You can check out the DIY Christmas Tabletop Centerpieces here

DIY Whoville Centerpiece step 7
Step
8

Now all there is left to do is place the wooden flowerbox centerpiece. Be sure to check out the full Grinch Themed Christmas Party here

 

DIY Whoville Centerpiece step 8

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