Monday, August 22, 2011

Right In My Backyard



I have two urns that I keep on my mantle. I've put Peace Lilies in them in the past, but got tired of having to water them, so I didn't replace the plants this past Spring.  The urns have been sitting on my mantle with nothing in them since then.  

Well, I stopped off at Walmart and found two floral foam 1/2 balls, then went for a walk in my backyard and harvested some green moss after I got home.

I took a small metal spatula with me and scraped off a large piece of moss. I just draped it over the half circle and cut it even with the 1/2 ball.


That's it............so easy.
The next thing on the list is decorating the mantel for the first time since we moved the TV out of the niche. It's still too hot and too soon to decorate for Fall around here. Definitely looking forward to cooler temps after such a hot summer!

Hope you have a great day! 

Pam


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  1. OliveAugust 22, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    Beautiful and not difficult. I try very hard not to disturb our moss when I cut the grass. One day I might need it♥

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  2. LaineAugust 22, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    We have tons of moss around our yard...you have inspired me!

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  3. Pat@Back Porch MusingsAugust 22, 2011 at 9:44 AM

    Love this idea, Pam. We don't have enough moss, but I could pick up some reindeer moss at Michael's. I have an urn that needs a redo.

    Can't wait to see your mantel!

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  4. Pam@OurAdventuresInHomeImprovementAugust 22, 2011 at 10:07 AM

    They look great Pam! I love how creative you are.

    Have a great week!
    Pam

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  5. Pinky at Designs by PinkyAugust 22, 2011 at 10:17 AM

    We have lots of moss arojnd here too so I could do this! Thanks for the idea!!!! XO, Pinky

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  6. Divine TheatreAugust 22, 2011 at 11:17 AM

    So elegant! Simple usually is!

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  7. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeAugust 22, 2011 at 12:22 PM

    The urn looks fabulous. How wonderful to have the moss in your own backyard. I have to buy it. Hugs, Marty

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  8. DebbiedoosAugust 22, 2011 at 9:06 PM

    Simple things are always the best Pam! Love how they turned out.

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  9. LizabethAugust 22, 2011 at 10:00 PM

    Looks great! Love the idea...

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  10. The mum of all tradesAugust 25, 2011 at 5:23 PM

    What a gorgeous idea. They look fabulous.

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  11. At The Picket FenceAugust 25, 2011 at 6:13 PM

    I absolutely love this Pam and totally want to try this sometime! Thank you so much for linking it up to Inspiration Friday this week!
    Vanessa

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  12. Dear Sweet HomeAugust 27, 2011 at 3:17 PM

    This is so pretty:) I love moss and urns so that would be a good project for me!

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  13. Amelia @ House PrettyAugust 28, 2011 at 8:48 PM

    Love this idea - so simple but it looks amazing! Too bad I don't have any moss in my backyard ;)

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  14. AnonymousSeptember 10, 2012 at 7:07 AM

    Cool idea!! How long did it last?

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  15. Pam - @diy Design FanaticSeptember 10, 2012 at 8:36 AM

    Anonymous, the moss filled urns are still up on my mantel and still look great. Over time, the moss dried and retained their color.

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