Category Archives: Topiaries

Patriotic Craft Roundup: Wreaths, Centerpieces & Flags

Posted on May 14, 2013 by

How did this happen – Memorial Day, the official start of the summer season, is less than two weeks away! Before any more time sneaks up on me, I’ve pulled together a roundup of more than a dozen patriotic crafts … Continue reading →

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A make-it-in-20-minutes Mother’s Day gift idea

Posted on May 10, 2013 by

Oh yes, you still have time to make a last-minute Mother’s Day gift! When I wrote the Teacup Topiary post last week, I thought about how I might change it up. (Do you do that a lot? When you see … Continue reading →

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How to make a Teacup Topiary from a flea market find

Posted on May 2, 2013 by

If you have plans to go junking this weekend, be sure to grab a handful of mismatched teacups to make these sweet, Teacup Topiaries. If you need an inexpensive, handmade gift for Mother’s Day, Teacher Appreciation Week (next week!), or … Continue reading →

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DIY flower crafts for girls, Mother’s Day, weddings, or??

Posted on April 26, 2013 by

It’s flower power Friday, with tutorials for a Carnation Topiary and Carnation Pomander. Any girl would love to dress up her room with flowers, and I think these easy, DIY topiary and pomander would be pretty anywhere in the house. … Continue reading →

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Two cute, no-sew felt crafts for a spring day

Posted on April 2, 2013 by

I wish the snow coming down outside was a belated April Fool’s Day joke but alas, it’s all too real. April showers would be welcome right about now, and that’s what today’s two, too-cute spring crafts celebrate. These ducks are … Continue reading →

Posted in Bridal Showers, Easter Crafts, Fabric Craft, Flower Designs, Gift Ideas, Home Decor, Needle Felting, Paper Crafts, Pomanders, Spring Crafts, Topiaries, Wall Art | Tagged , , , , , | 5 Comments

Easter Eggstravaganza Finale: A DIY Easter Egg Topiary

Posted on March 10, 2013 by

How do you like your eggs? These fanciful Easter Egg Topiaries serve them up two ways – stacked straight or topsy turvy. Both Easter Egg Topiaries serve up color and style for your Easter decorating. How cute would these be … Continue reading →

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Divine twine: Wind up a blooming, Twine Topiary

Posted on March 1, 2013 by

Patty Schaffer has done it again – she’s sharing another must-have springtime topiary to DIY. Her Divine Twine Topiary pairs rustic twine with bold felt flowers and sparkling beads for a stunning contrast in colors and texture. You might want … Continue reading →

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How to make a Springtime Paper Butterfly Topiary and Egg (And winners announced)

Posted on February 22, 2013 by

I have another springtime paper craft today, and it’s one the kids might like, too. Paper is pretty, it’s cheap and it’s easy to craft with, so it’s just about perfect. Patty Schaffer used a pastel spring green and aqua … Continue reading →

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A small, sweet forest of Conversation Heart Topiary Trees

Posted on February 8, 2013 by

Let’s converse about Conversation Hearts – does anyone really like them? Personally, I think they make better Valentine’s Day crafts than candy. If you’re still looking to decorate for Valentine’s Day, try making one of these Conversation Heart Topiary Trees. … Continue reading →

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How to make an easy (and romantic) Valentine Topiary

Posted on February 5, 2013 by

Raise your hand if you have a stash of pretty, leftover bits of fabrics and ribbons. I know I do, which is one reason why I fell in love with Rebekah Meier’s Sweet Valentine Topiary made with assorted fabrics and … Continue reading →

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