Birthday Rosettes

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I live in the Netherlands and there people celebrate the birthday of the queen. And the queen’s birthday is today. Well, actually it’s not her birthday, but the birthday of her mother and predecessor, who’s passed away a couple of years ago. Because the present queen is born in January (she celebrated her 74th birthday this year; oldest head of state ever in this country) and people here like to party outside, they still celebrate Q-day on the 30th of April. Chance of good weather will be more likely, that’s why.




I made these Q-day rosette decorations for my little daughters. The whole country will be turned in the red, white and blue of the national flag. The orange stands for 'Van Oranje', the family name of the royal family (which means, good guess, orange). That’s why I chose this colors, but of course every color, for every kind of birthday, will do. 

Comments

  1. CocaloresApril 30, 2012 at 3:57 PM

    That's so cute - I could totally imagine that as some kind of prize for games at a kids' birthday party, too!

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  2. UnknownApril 30, 2012 at 8:19 PM

    I wish I knew how to crochet. My mother is an expert. You have made some very cute things!

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    1. LizMay 1, 2012 at 9:16 PM

      Maybe your mother can teach you? It's not that difficult. Good luck! Liz

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  3. Crafty MischiefMay 1, 2012 at 5:10 AM

    Those are awesome! Thanks for sharing!

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  4. SJ ScottMay 1, 2012 at 8:42 AM

    Sounds like a grand time to me!

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    1. LizMay 1, 2012 at 9:18 PM

      Yes, it was! And the weather was perfect (not totally unimportant for an outdoor celebration :-))!!

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  5. UnknownMay 3, 2012 at 3:23 PM

    Cute idea! Thanks for entering One Crafty Contest; good luck!

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  6. UnknownMay 3, 2012 at 3:59 PM

    I just noticed that you linked two projects to the craft contest and we're only accepting one entry per applicant. Please let me know which of the two you'd like to keep and which you want to delete. Thank you. You can contact me at dancers4life{at}gmail{dot}com.

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    1. LizMay 3, 2012 at 4:57 PM

      I'm sorry, Amy; just didn't read the rules very well. I just deleted one of the projects. Liz

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  7. UnknownMay 4, 2012 at 11:04 PM

    We were in Holland for Q-day several years ago. Love your rosettes.
    Have a beautiful weekend ~
    TTFN ~
    Marydon

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    1. LizMay 6, 2012 at 9:52 AM

      Thank you, Marydon!

      How did you like Q-day? Were you in Amsterdam?

      Nice weekend! Liz

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  8. Country Wings in PhoenixMay 5, 2012 at 3:40 AM

    Happy Pink Saturday Sweetie...
    What a beautiful share. I love these gorgeous rosettes that you made for your daughters. They will be the most festive ones at the celebration with these attached. They are perfect for the occasion.

    Thank you for sharing sweet friend. Have a glorious weekend. Many hugs and much love, Sherry

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    1. LizMay 6, 2012 at 9:53 AM

      Thank you for your sweet comment! Happy Pink Saturday to you, too!

      Hugs,
      Liz

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  9. J.Rylie.CMay 5, 2012 at 5:06 AM

    Sooo pretty! Happy Pink Saturday!

    My Pink, I am also inviting you to link up with my color Connection meme.

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    1. LizMay 6, 2012 at 9:56 AM

      Thanks, Ms Burrito! Your play dough birthday cake looks delicious :-) !

      Liz

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  10. Decor To AdoreMay 5, 2012 at 4:59 PM

    Liz I love all the sweet touches!

    Happy pink Saturday, Happy Derby Day and ¡Feliz Cinco de Mayo!

    Please stop by and enter my celebrate spring/moms giveaway.

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    1. LizMay 6, 2012 at 9:57 AM

      Thank you, Laura! Happy Holidays to you, too!

      Liz

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  11. LolachocoMay 5, 2012 at 6:37 PM

    So pretty..Thank you for sharing :)

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  12. LizMay 7, 2012 at 10:56 PM

    Thank you, Kadie!

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  13. Six SistersMay 8, 2012 at 4:38 AM

    These ribbons are darling! We hope to see you back next week to our "Strut Your Stuff Saturday." Thanks for coming!! -The Sisters

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    1. LizMay 8, 2012 at 11:08 PM

      Thanks, Six Sisters! And of course you will see me back next week! Liz

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  14. very merry vintage styleMay 8, 2012 at 10:52 PM

    Adorable! Thanks for linking up to Share the Love Wednesday!
    Mary

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  15. UnknownMay 9, 2012 at 3:50 AM

    These ribbons are so cute. My grandmother is originally from the Netherlands and she took me there to visit one time. I hope I get to go back someday. Thanks for sharing at Showcase Your Talent Thursday. I hope to see you at the next party.

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