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In this post: Love the look of moss topiary balls, but can’t find them or don’t like the price? Here’s how to make DIY Moss Topiary Balls of your own!
Hi Everyone! I’m Kristi from Making it in the Mountains and I’m here today to share this simple DIY Moss Topiary Balls project!
There’s just nothing quite so charming as that old farmhouse style. Lovely neutrals. Cozy textures. Rustic touches. And of course, whites, wood, & so much character.
Now, just because most of us don’t actually get to call a big ol’ farmhouse home, doesn’t mean we can’t incorporate some of that charm into wherever it is we do live. We’ve certainly been working hard at making over our old 70’s fixer-upper with some rustic, farmhouse style.
There’s nothing like a touch of nature to breathe a bit of life into a space and today, I’m sharing a super quick and easy project to bring the perfect pop of natural colour to your space!
I can’t wait to show y’all just how simple these DIY moss topiary balls were to make!
DIY Moss Topiary Balls
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Supplies
- styrofoam balls (the smooth kind work best)
- a can of spray adhesive
- a bag of moss
Instructions
1. Working over a bit of newspaper to control the mess, start by spraying a small section of one styrofoam ball with some spray adhesive.
2. Then quickly cover the glue it with a thin layer of moss.
3. Simply continue spraying small sections and packing them over with moss, until one entire styrofoam ball had been covered. Between the moss and the spray adhesive, your fingers will definitely be a bit of a mess.
4. Finally, when a styrofoam ball is completely covered, give it a nice firm roll around in your hands a few times, just to make sure all that moss is packed down as well as it could be.
And that’s it friends! Pretty moss topiary balls in just minutes!
I can think of a zillion ways to put these to work:
- popping them onto plant pots
- stacking them into lanterns
- or even just arranging them on a shelf, all on their own.
But, I chose to place them on top of a couple of wooden candlesticks I had laying around (I seem to always have more holders than candles!) and I love the way the green pops when paired with the distressed wood!
I think they look so pretty sitting atop a fireplace mantel or on a shelf.
They may have taken just minutes to make, but these pretty DIY moss topiary balls sure to do bring a beautiful touch of nature to any space!
Wishing you SUCH a lovely day!
Love quick projects like these, Kristi! They look gorgeous! xo
Thanks so much Kendra!!!
Loved your moss balls are beautiful. Can’t wait to make some.
Thank you for sharing.
I’m so happy you love them Mary Ann! Thank you so much!!!
Love this as an alternative to the tacky fake topiary tree! I fall in love with large candle holders like these but don’t want to have candles collecting dust… this is inspiring. Thanks for the idea!
SO happy you’re feeling inspired Bethany! Thank you so much!
They’re great. It really does add a spark of life to your mantle.
These are soooo cute, and they couldn’t be easier! Definitely plan on making some. Thanks for the post.
Very pretty and easy enough to DIY. I have a couple “faux” balls like that and they make for a great decorating pop of color. Visiting from Pretty Pintastic Party.
I have chosen your Moss Topiary Balls to be featured at the OVER THE MOON link party which goes live on Sunday night. Be sure to stop by and see! And thanks for linking up!
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Thank you!!!
I love the look of these. Very nice.
Thank you!
Hi Kristi, How’s it going up there? Has it warmed up enuf to act like Spring yet? Sure hope so.
LLove your topiary balls especially on those great looking candle holders. I have some nice clear glass candle holders which would work well for those. Think I need to make some moss balls. Also have a nice sized brass container which would work nicely. Great project and post.
Happy Spring and Easter
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I love the look of the topiary balls! Alas, I don’t have awesome wooden candlesticks. Do you think they would look as lovely sitting atop glass or metal candlesticks instead of wood? What about a thinner candlestick vs. chunky? I’m comfortable working with color in design – e.g. green plays well with the brown, white, gray, etc. Decorating gets a bit muddled for me when things like scale and texture are thrown in.
Thank you.
You could certainly try them atop other things!
I had enough supplies at home, so I made this one for my sister, and it turned out beautiful. I plan to make your fabulous topiary tree, so i will be getting the supplies today. Thanks!
Yay!!!