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Creating a Spring Topiary

April 11, 2014 by Patti 15 Comments

Do you see it?  It’s the sun streaming in through my windows and bringing it’s warm touch into my home!

It isn’t full-on sunshine, but the muted early morning glow of a sun that hasn’t fully burned off the fog.  But it’s enough!  Enough to make me know that Spring is finally here.  Time for something new.  New life . . . green and growing things . . . bunnies in the yard . . . rhodie blooms opening wide . . .  fresh new decor around the house . . .  and time to wash the windows!

Topiary 013We took a trip to Hobby Lobby on Monday (LOVE) where I picked up some supplies to put together a Spring Topiary.  Here is what I used:

Moss Cross 008A pre-made topiary form and a willow ball.

Moss Cross 010Some greenery (though I love the dark green color of boxwood I chose a lighter shade for Spring as I can always change it out with the seasons).

Moss Cross 011And this is how I put it all together:

I began by stretching the willow ball to create a hole large enough to put the topiary ball through.  Don’t worry, you’ll be able to pull it back together easily when you’re finished.  After that I simply began tucking sprigs of greenery into the willow ball, weaving them over and under the willow branches to secure them in place.

Topiary 001I chose not to completely cover the ball as I like the willow branches showing through a bit (just my preference).

Topiary 003To keep the ball from being wobbly I tucked some moss up and around the styrofoam ball inside.  I also like the way the moss looks peeking through the branches and the greenery.

Topiary beforeThis is what I started with, the dusty Old Thing that I no longer had use for.  I liked the pot though and I kept wondering what I could do with it to make it New.  I thought of making one of those metal orbs, or using a BIG ball of boxwood to place on top, but I finally decided on a Spring Topiary.

Topiary 004I’m not sure that I’ll leave the pot as it is.  It might look nice painted up with a bit of chalk paint.  Old White or Graphite?  What are your thoughts?

Topiary 008Perhaps I could even add a little fleur de lis?

Topiary 010I added some moss around the base of the topiary and a flowering branch “wreath” . . .

Topiary 011 . . . just for the Spring.

Topiary 014It adds a cheery touch to this sitting area off my kitchen . . .

Topiary 016. . . collecting rays of light and making this corner such a happy place to be.

Topiary 017Awww . . . the colors of Spring.

I am so glad you stopped by to see me today and I hope you are feeling the joy of Spring wherever you happen to live.

Blessings,

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Comments

  1. Penny @ The Comforts of Home says

    April 12, 2014 at 6:05 am

    I love the topiary you created. I just created one too and you can see it two posts back on my blog. Thanks for popping in to see me and leaving a comment!
    Penny

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  2. Pat says

    April 12, 2014 at 12:59 pm

    Patti,
    Now aren’t you the creative one???
    I didn’t have a clue how to construct a Topiary, so I purchased mine!
    Next time, I’ll try my hand at that!
    Thank you for showing us through the tutorial!!!
    Fondly,
    Pat

    Reply
  3. Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions says

    April 13, 2014 at 3:00 pm

    Very pretty, Patti! It’s a great size, too. I love Hobby Lobby, too. : )

    Reply
  4. The Tablescaper says

    April 13, 2014 at 7:15 pm

    So pretty!

    Thanks for being a part of Seasonal Sundays.

    – Alma, The Tablescaper

    Reply
  5. Dee says

    April 14, 2014 at 8:58 am

    That’s so pretty, and I love the tutorial! 🙂

    Reply
  6. Deborah says

    April 15, 2014 at 11:51 am

    I love your new topiary and I think the pot is pretty like it is, although anything you add to it will be gorgeous I know!
    Blessings, Deborah

    Reply
  7. Carrie This Home says

    April 17, 2014 at 7:14 am

    I’m also LOVING the sun now that winter finally seems to be heading out the door! This is a great tutorial–I just pinned it to the Frugal Crafty Home Blog Hop Link Ups board! Thanks so much for partying with us!

    Reply
  8. Marty@A Stroll Thru Life says

    April 17, 2014 at 7:26 am

    I love it, it looks amazing. I have been making topiaries too, they are so fun. Love the size of your, fantastic. Thanks tons for linking to Inspire Me. Hugs, Marty

    Reply
  9. Dawn @ We Call It Junkin.com says

    April 18, 2014 at 4:16 am

    I love topiaries and this is so pretty. Thank you for sharing this at History & Home this week, take care – Dawn @ We Call It Junkin.com

    Reply
  10. Robin says

    April 19, 2014 at 6:20 pm

    Beautiful – I love the vase! Thank you for sharing at Fluster’s #CreativeMuster. I hope that you’ll come back and share with us again.
    Hugs, Smiles & Blessings,
    Robin @ Fluster Buster

    Reply
  11. cielo says

    April 19, 2014 at 8:37 pm

    Pretty… thanks for the info. Will need to try.

    Cielo

    Reply
  12. Kathy says

    April 23, 2014 at 8:34 am

    Your topiary is absolutely marvelous Patti! I am delighted to share that your post will be featured in this week’s Home and Garden Thursday,
    Kathy

    Reply
  13. Lisa @ Shine Your Light says

    April 25, 2014 at 2:22 pm

    How pretty! I love your topiary and also the pot you used. I think it’s lovely as is! Thanks for linking this up to Best of the Nest!

    Reply

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