Last week I showed you some materials I was working with to create something for my mantel. Well, I'm finished and here they are...
Two topiaries for my Spring mantel....
I used two styrofoam balls, lots of faux hydrangeas in three different colours, two ceramic pots, butterflies, and sheer ribbon. I cut the stem from the flowers to stand the topiaries up in their pots.
There was a lot of gluing! I used florist's foam inside the pots to anchor the topiaries and then I covered it over with Spanish moss.
I am not finished decorating my mantel yet but you get the idea. Just a hint of pink for Spring.
I am thinking very seriously of making a matching wreath to hang from the mirror. I will share it with you if I do.
Thank you for visiting today and enjoy your weekend.
I am linking this with-
Sherry's Home Sweet Home
Courtney's Feathered Nest Friday
Kathy's Home and Garden Thursday
Cindy's Show and Tell
Beverly's Pink Saturday
Sharing from my heart~ Sandi
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They look beautiful. So Pretty.
ReplyDeleteThese are wonderful.
ReplyDeleteSo cute! Wish you a nice weekend! Zinnia
ReplyDeleteThose are very pretty! And I'm sure each small flower was put on with love.♥♫
ReplyDeleteHow lovely, Love the spring look. I think a wreath would look very nice so can't wait to see it.
ReplyDeleteSandi,
ReplyDeleteThose are truly lovely! Well done and such a sweet pretty feminine burst of Spring look to them.
I have been waiting to see what you were going to do...they are beyond gorgeous!! Love the added ribbon and butterfly ... thank you for the inspiration!! xo HHL
ReplyDeleteThis is a wonderful idea...I am sitting here reading your post with a green empty planter sitting next to me. Mmmmmmm....I think I know what I will be doing with it! Thank for sharing and have a great evening!
ReplyDeleteOH..they look lovely! So very cheerful!
ReplyDeletearen't they sweet! Just precious and perfect for spring.
ReplyDeleteSandi, these are so sweet! What a great project.
ReplyDeleteOh, so, pretty, Sandi! I love making these kinds of things - just not the time in my life to make all the things I'd like to. Wonderful that spring is around the corner - getting all my flowers and bunnies out this week, too!
ReplyDeleteJoy!
Kathy
HI Sandi...
ReplyDeleteOhhh my...your hydrangea topiaries are sooo beautiful!!! I love the soft pink and white...sooo very spring like for sure! What a creative and talented lady you are! Thank you for sharing your new pretties with us and for the great tutorial. I would love to try my hand at one of these. They're looking beautiful on your spring mantel!!!
Thank you so much for coming by and leaving me such a sweet note, dear friend! I sooo appreciate your thoughtfulness and many prayers!
Love ya,
Chari
So pretty and fresh and you Sandi. I love the look.
ReplyDeleteI bought a new teacup today...it is pink! I just love pink and I guess I'm a pink addict.
Enjoy your weekend.
Love, Linda
Oh those are so pretty, I thought the pink was a real hydrangea at first!
ReplyDeleteHi Sandi,
ReplyDeletethe topiaries are gorgeous. So very dainty and sweet. Thank you for sharing this inspiring idea.
Best greetings, Johanna
Sandi, they are just delightful,so pretty
ReplyDeletexx jeanetteann
The topiaries are beautiful Sandi.
ReplyDeleteHappy Weekend!
hi there! how are you : ) i love the topiaries!!! i love to make all kinds and these are just fabulous! thanks so much for sharing them with us! i am going to go check everything out! i just became a new follower and looking forward to knowing you better! hugs...
ReplyDeleteSuch a delicate color. So pretty on your mantle.
ReplyDeleteHow darling these are! Perfect for your mantel. It was a great idea mixing the colors! Have a terrific weekend!
ReplyDeleteHello Sandi,
ReplyDeleteI have missed our visits and am so honored that you came to leave a comment on my baby shoe.
I had to laugh when you said they wouldn't work for you because you have boys. Collection Gal in Texas wrote, she has boys with baby cowboy boots and is thinking of making something very similiar using the boots and some barbed wire. I think they would be adorable and too cute for words.
I can see the boy shoes with brown, tan, creams etc. Go for it if you love it. If you do, please leave a photo, I too would love to see them. Sweet as can be.
I love your mantel and your topiaries. Hydrangreas are one of my favorites and your work showcases them just perfect. The butterflies are a nice touch too.
Happy Spring to you and hopefully I will visit often. I have missed you,
Char
HPS!
ReplyDeleteSuch a pretty floral topiary!
Gabriela
Happy Pink Saturday
ReplyDeleteThat couldn't be any prettier.
Wishes
Lynne
Pretty in Pink!!
ReplyDeleteHappy PS!
xo
Kay Ellen
Hi Sandi...so pretty! It feels like Spring over here at the Rose Chintz Cottage!
ReplyDeleteHappy Pink Saturday...xo Tami
Exquisite topiaries Sandi.
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely PS weekend ~
TTFN ~
Marydon
~Giveaway ends 3/15 ~
So very pretty! I don't have a mantle, but you've got me thinking about making topiaries for the top of an old bookcase that has a mirror above it!
ReplyDeleteBe blessed!
Linda
Hi Sandi!
ReplyDeleteI just love the softness of your creations! they look darling on your mantel....and what fun it is to decorate our homes for the changing seasons! yes!!!!!!
thanks so much for sharing......you should also make a wreath..that would look incredibly sweet in the montage!
happy approaching spring!
ciao bella
creative carmelina
Hi Sandi,
ReplyDeleteYou did a marvelous job! They are so fresh and pretty! Your mantle is gorgeous!!! Isn't it wonderful that spring is soon to be here?
HPS!
Jil ♥
Elegant and pretty. You are a clever bunny!
ReplyDeleteSuch a cheerful spring vignette - and you made those! The little sparkly butterflies are the perfect touch.
ReplyDeleteHappy Pink Saturday,
Robin
Oh how lovely! I love the soft subtle colors on your mantle,Sandi! The pretty topiaries are looking so elegant with the ribbons and butterfly... really lovely!Thanks for letting us take a peek at your mantle! Have a wonderful weekend!Hugs~Poppy
ReplyDeleteWow, your mantle is soooo pretty, and so is your blog! Which layout do you use for it? I'd love to know. Thanks in advance.
ReplyDeleteYou did a beautiful job. You have more patience than I do. I would never master anything like that.
ReplyDeleteLovely ... I love hydrangeas you can do so much with them.
ReplyDeleteHappy PS
Those are very pretty Sandi! I love the pink flowers you used. A matching wreat sure would tie this area together, but they are pretty just on their own.
ReplyDeleteThank you for stopping by my blog today. Have a great weekend!
Hi Sandi!
ReplyDeleteOh your topiarys are just beautiful. Been meaning to stop by, but have been dealing with a kidney infection and cold. They really have gotten me down and not feeling much like reaching out to others..me bad. I must admit blogging is a struggle as well for me right now and im in need of a change..not sure what i will be doing...praying and seeking the Lord for direction.
I do hope this finds you well...love your header with your Rose Chintz!!!!
Be blessed my friend,
Lorena
Very pretty and feminine ... they would be perfect for a wedding!
ReplyDeleteHappy Pink Saturday, Sandi! Your topaiaries came out so lovely! Well done! Thanks for the tutorial!
ReplyDeleteHope you get a moment to stop by and see me!
Have a lovely (pink) weekend!
Cheers!
Tina
Sandi,
ReplyDeleteThey are absolutely beautiful. I just love them.
Oh, the china you have in your header are the same plates I just placed in my plate rack on the sun porch. So lovely!
Have a great weekend,
Hugs, Barb
These are so beautiful, Sandi! I love hydrangeas!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the beautiful post.
Happy Pink Saturday!
holly
Hi Sandy, your topiaries look adorable on your mantle! Happy Pink Saturday. ~Marti
ReplyDeleteSandi, they are BEAUTIFUL!
ReplyDeleteSo soft and pretty on your mantle!
Lovely spring creations, indeed.
blessings..Trish
SO VERY ELEGANT SANDI.....
ReplyDeleteI LIKE THE IDEA OF A WREATH OVER THE MIRROR....
YOU ARE VERY TALENTED.....
JOYFULLY,
~SYLVIA FAYE
Oh honey your topiary is just delightful! Big squishy hugs,
ReplyDeletexo
Olivia
How very charming! I think we're all in mood for some pastels and GREEN.
ReplyDeleterachel
What lovely hydrangeas. Absolutely beautiful. You did a great job with your pretty topiaries.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful Pink Saturday post. Have a great weekend.
Cathy
Very pretty! I'm into using pink and pastels this time of year now too. Happy Pink and have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteSo pretty Sandi! I like the way you mixed the colors. So soft. HPS.
ReplyDelete~Clara
Very pretty and so spring-like. I love hydrangeas!
ReplyDeleteSandi,
ReplyDeleteThese are so pretty and just sing of Spring!
By the way, do you still have snow up there?
Hugs,
Deb
Good morning Sandi, Your mantel is looking much like spring. Very pretty.
ReplyDeleteYou make creating a topiary look so easy. I think the wreath idea would be lovely. I am making my mantel over soon. I will have to share it as well.
Happy Sunday.
Hugs, Jeanne
HPS!! What gorgeous creations!!! They certainly are springy....great job!
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Yes, the idea of the wreath sounds wonderful. Your decorations are really pretty. Thanks for the pics!
ReplyDeleteHi Sandi,
ReplyDeleteYour hydrangeas look beautiful on your mantel! Thanks for sharing. Have a wonderful day!
Lisa
Hello Sandi.
ReplyDeleteSo pretty!!! Love them on your mantel.
Hope your weekend was wonderful!!!
Suzann ~xoxo~
Oh, my goodness, your topiaries are so pretty. They seem to be saying, "Welcome Spring!" Great job on them, Sandi! Blessings always~ Vicki
ReplyDeleteHow creative you are. Those are beautiful!
ReplyDeleteLove your topiaries. Thanks for stopping by and HPS! To you.
ReplyDeleteVery pretty Sandi! Thank you for joining me at Home Sweet Home!
ReplyDeleteSherry