8.10.2011

Ballard Topiary Knock Off

Happy Wednesday friends!

 Today I'm going to share with you a Ballard Topiary knock off!

These puppies start at $49.00 at Ballard! Wow!


But for under $8.00, you can have one that's very similar and in my opinion, CUTER!


 So let's get started!

 Here are the supplies you'll need:


I got everything from the two different Dollar stores, EXCEPT the ball which was $2.39 at Michael's. Yes, it pained me to pay over a dollar for a Styrofoam ball, but what could I do? None of the $0.99 or Dollar stores had them! 


First, I cut the block down to size and stuck it in the vase.



After that, I shoved the dowel in there...


Put some Spanish Moss at the top of the vase to cover up the block.

(whoops! Slightly crooked....fixed it off camera)

Cover your ball in glue, and then the fun of attaching the floral moss begins! It's kind of a pain, but eventually it'll all stick. It might take a few tries, however.



And voila! A beautiful, Ballard inspired topiary! LOVE IT!


What a fun craft, and so versatile! 
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Posted by Janet at 9:37 AM
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33 comments:

  1. Alison AgnewAugust 10, 2011 at 12:56 PM

    those styrofoam balls are ridiculously expensive...but you to $2.39 and made it look like a million bucks...love your new topiary! and thanks for your sweet comments on my kitchen inspiration post...i'm glad it doesn't cost anything to dream.

    alison

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  2. Kari August 10, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    Cute! I love finding things at the dollar stores that you can make into much cuter decor. :)

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  3. Kissyface KreationsAugust 11, 2011 at 5:15 AM

    That is really cute, I like it much more than the one from Ballard!

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  4. UnknownAugust 11, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    Thanks for the tutorial. I need to shop at the Dollar store more often :)

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  5. VickyAugust 12, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    Wow, what a great craft. I love the thriftiness of it. Will have to try it. New follower from the Friday Friend Connect Hop.
    Would love a follow back
    http://messforless.blogspot.com/

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  6. Elizabeth FetherolfAugust 12, 2011 at 4:51 PM

    I think I might actually have all of these items in my craft bins. May have to put this together. Super cute idea. Thanks for the tutorial.

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  7. JennAugust 14, 2011 at 8:10 PM

    I can't believe you found that vase thing at a dollar store? I am going to have to go check out a few dollar stores. This would make the best "house warming" gift for friends or neighbors.

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  8. AnonymousAugust 15, 2011 at 6:15 PM

    Great knock-off. I even like yours better!

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  9. Hollie @ I'm Busy ProcrastinatingAugust 15, 2011 at 7:51 PM

    I agree -- yours is much cuter! Great job!

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  10. Life with the EllwoodsAugust 16, 2011 at 7:07 AM

    So cute! Great job!

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  11. JuliAugust 16, 2011 at 8:49 AM

    Ok, yours is much cuter!! Love it! Thanks for the inspiration! -Juli

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  12. Rose and HeatherAugust 16, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    I've always wanted to make one of theses well two, for in front of the fire place. Glad I found this!

    We would love to have you over at our first link party! *Crafty Lassie Tuesday*
    www.SewStylishBoutique.blogspot.com
    Thanks,
    Heather & Rose

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  13. jess@balancing the dreamAugust 16, 2011 at 2:32 PM

    Great project!! It turned out fabulous!! I like the ribbon detail! I may just have to try this!!
    -your newest follower!!

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  14. UnknownAugust 16, 2011 at 5:10 PM

    Cute indeed! That is a great vignette on your cabinet and walls. I really like the framed keys and the pop of blue.

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  15. JennAugust 16, 2011 at 9:52 PM

    It looks great - and, yes, even cuter than the original! Beautiful job on the whole display - love the pop of blue on the lamp. Thanks so much for coming out again to The Creative Spark - love seeing you back!

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  16. WhyCuzICanAugust 17, 2011 at 2:56 AM

    Shout out to YOU cuz I like your topiary even better! (On the cheap too!) Very nice job- thanks for sharing :D

    Visiting from Nifty Thrifty Tue Linky Party at Coastal Charm,
    ~Suzanne in NW IL

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  17. LindsayAugust 17, 2011 at 9:34 AM

    This is gorgeous! I want to see the rest of your house, it looks so pretty! Thanks for sharing!

    By the way, I am hosting my very FIRST link party and I would love to have you link this to it--
    http://southernlovely.blogspot.com/2011/08/show-share-1.html

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  18. KariAugust 17, 2011 at 7:17 PM

    I love this! It turned out perfectly! I'm your newest follower and I look forward to seeing all your fun stuff!

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  19. Candace @ Candace CreationsAugust 17, 2011 at 10:44 PM

    I love it! So beautiful!

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  20. AleaAugust 18, 2011 at 8:12 AM

    Anytime I'm doing a project that requires a styrofoam ball I usually can substitute it with a wiffle ball... Pack of three at the dollar store. :) (I AM that cheap! Haha) It'd probably take a bit more work (and hot glue) to get the stick to stay in place in a wiffle ball, but well worth a couple bucks saved, I'd say!

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  21. Kathryn GriffinAugust 18, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    That is so beautiful! Nicely done!! Found you via Fabulously Flawed and have become your newest follower. Pop on over for a visit when you get a moment. Tootles, Kathryn

    http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com/2011/07/kitchen-cabinet-transformation.html

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  22. TRICIAAugust 18, 2011 at 6:22 PM

    Cute! And I love the price tag vs. what's in the catalog! Thanks for sharing!

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  23. SJ @ Homemaker On A DimeAugust 18, 2011 at 6:29 PM

    This is such a labor of love! Thanks for linking up at Creative Bloggers' Party & Hop :)

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  24. Krista-ArtistaAugust 18, 2011 at 10:21 PM

    Very Cute. I like it where you placed it too. It looks great there!

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  25. JennAugust 19, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    Thanks again for linking up to The Creative Spark - I'll be featuring this on Sunday!
    Jenn :)

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  26. An Oasis in the DesertAugust 19, 2011 at 1:09 PM

    I absolutely agree, much cuter than the Ballard one!
    :) CAS

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  27. AprilAugust 19, 2011 at 9:07 PM

    I love that little nook you have!!! what a sweet way to decorate it! I hope you will link up here:
    http://www.thegingerbreadblog.com/2011/08/sweet-saturday-v1.html

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  28. Michelle @ Delicate ConstructionAugust 19, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    That looks amazing, I absolutely love it! I'm stopping by from Freaky Friday Follow, and I'm a new follower. I'm having a giveaway this weekend and would love for you to stop by!

    Have a great weekend!

    Michelle

    www.delicateconstruction.blogspot.com

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  29. Inspired By JuneAugust 21, 2011 at 6:20 PM

    Great job, Janet! I've been meaning to make one of these for awhile, you've inspired me to make a trip to the dollar store!

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  30. DarlaAugust 22, 2011 at 2:52 AM

    This is going to get borrowed a lot I'm sure.

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  31. UnknownAugust 22, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    You've been featured! Stop by and check it out! I hope you'll link up again this week :)

    http://www.thekurtzcorner.com/2011/08/tuesday-tutorials-link-party-no-3.html

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  32. Therapist San FranciscoAugust 22, 2011 at 11:47 AM

    This is so cute! I can't wait to make one :D

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  33. Courtney ~ French Country CottageAugust 25, 2011 at 8:31 AM

    Love it- I am a topiary loving girl and this one is darling! Thanks for sharing at Feathered Nest Friday! :)

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