Spring Tree

Don’t know how it is in your corner of the world, but here in the Netherlands winter is simply refusing to pack his bags, so it’s still freezing cold and it even snows in some parts of the country. I just can’t take it anymore, I want sun, flowers, colors, being outdoors!! To make all a little bit better, I made a Spring Tree today. I bought some tranches in the supermarket nearby and decorated it with crocheted flowers, paper flowers and butterflies. I’m really happy with the result! Feels like spring will come after all.

 A pattern for the flowers you can find here!


Spring Tree, Flowers

Whole Tree

Spring Tree, Flowers, Crochet

Spring Tree, Flowers, Crochet

Spring Tree, Flowers, Crochet

Spring Tree, Flowers, Crochet

Crocheted and Paper Flowers
Spring Tree, Butterfly

Butterflies

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~*~

 Carlee and Alyssa from Ladybird Ln featured my Summer Dress this week!

Thanks Carlee and Alyssa!

Ladybird Ln

Comments

  1. Diana of Diana RamblesApril 2, 2013 at 1:52 AM

    Pretty!

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  2. UnknownApril 2, 2013 at 9:09 AM

    The tree looks fantastic! :)

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  3. LynnApril 2, 2013 at 11:45 AM

    I love it! I was thinking about doing the same thing for my feather tree since we have over a month before Memorial Day:@)

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  4. Witchcrafted LifeApril 3, 2013 at 4:48 AM

    Love your approach to dealing with a lack of outdoor spring greenery! That tree is so darling and festive.

    The season was slow in returning on this end, too, but finally rushed back into town with gusto a few days ago. Easter Sunday was so gorgeously warm and sunny that it might stand as the prettiest Easter (in terms of the weather) I've ever enjoyed. I know that the usual spring rain and fluctuating temps will post likely strike us soon, but it sure was nice to enjoy a warm Easter for once.

    Fingers firmly crossed that spring returns to your end really soon too, dear Liz.

    ♥ Jessica

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  5. Debra at HOMESPUN: http://www.thehomespun.com April 3, 2013 at 11:44 AM

    how pretty! :)

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  6. lindaApril 3, 2013 at 6:43 PM

    Very pretty Liz :)

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  7. Heather FeatherApril 4, 2013 at 3:45 AM

    Oh I wish I had a little girl to make these flowers for! I've got to find some fun boy crochet stuff!
    Thanks for linking up!

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    1. LizApril 14, 2013 at 10:01 AM

      Thanks, Heather! I made this once for a baby boy: http://howling-liz.blogspot.nl/2013/01/little-plane.html

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  8. Ana BCApril 4, 2013 at 4:51 AM

    really cute tree

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  9. Olga PoltavaApril 4, 2013 at 6:02 PM

    Hi Liz, the tree is lovely. I love the dress too.

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  10. CJ STITCHING AND BLOOMSApril 4, 2013 at 6:51 PM

    Your tree is very bright and colorful with all your crochet and paper motifs. I have joined stash buster so I am discovering many lovely blogs.

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  11. TrishApril 5, 2013 at 12:13 AM

    love the tree! what a great idea!

    trish @ tales from ...

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  12. Algodão Tão DoceApril 5, 2013 at 9:31 PM

    Acabei de conhecer o seu blog e achei maravilhoso,inusitado,amo crochê.Me visite:http://algodaotaodoce.blogspot.com.br/
    Siga-me e pegue o meu selinho!!!

    Obrigada.

    Beijos Marie.

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    1. LizApril 14, 2013 at 10:05 AM

      Don't speak Portuguese, so I don't understand everything you wrote, but it looks a bit like Spanish, so there are some words I know the meaning of. Thank you for visiting me!

      Muchos besos, Liz

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  13. HildeApril 5, 2013 at 10:16 PM

    I love your spring tree, very creative and unique :)

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  14. AnonymousApril 6, 2013 at 12:24 AM

    That is quite a creative idea to urge spring on!
    Happy Pink Saturday, may spring come soon!
    Jenn

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    1. LizApril 14, 2013 at 10:06 AM

      Yes, let's hope so, Jenn :-) ! Thanks for leaving a nice comment!

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  15. LVApril 6, 2013 at 12:35 AM

    A little better weather in Texas. You are very talented and create such lovely things.

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    1. LizApril 14, 2013 at 10:07 AM

      Thanks, LV! The weather is a little better here in The Netherlands, too.

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  16. AnonymousApril 6, 2013 at 4:59 PM

    very cute!

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  17. What Mama LovesApril 6, 2013 at 7:20 PM

    Would love for you to come share your beautiful work over at What Mama Loves, new party going on now! http://whatmamaloves.blogspot.ca/2013/04/what-mama-loves-wednesday.html

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  18. Elisabeth AndreeApril 7, 2013 at 12:07 PM

    CUTE!!

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  19. Mary BethApril 7, 2013 at 2:46 PM

    What a pretty spring tree ~ thank you so much for sharing at Project Inspire{d} ~ pinning to the party board.

    Hugs,
    Mary Beth

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  20. KarenApril 7, 2013 at 3:15 PM

    Great decorating idea! Thank you for the pattern!

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  21. SuzApril 7, 2013 at 9:51 PM

    This is so pretty and original!

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  22. PinkoddyApril 8, 2013 at 12:08 AM

    Yes it keeps snowing here in the UK too. I love your idea - fingers crossed the warmer weather arrives soon.

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    1. LizApril 14, 2013 at 10:10 AM

      We don't have snow here (The Netherlands) here anymore, but it still doesn't feel like spring. Although we will have 18 degrees today, so it's going the right way!

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  23. UnknownApril 8, 2013 at 1:36 PM

    Winter hung around here too long too! Today we might hit 80 however! Your spring tree is a great idea! Thanks for sharing it at the Shady Porch.

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  24. PreetiApril 9, 2013 at 2:36 PM

    Very pretty! I am a first timer to your blog.

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  25. Natas NestApril 9, 2013 at 2:48 PM

    Congratulations on being featured! I agree with you about the weather, I'm soo waiting for spring. Your bouquet is wonderful with all these colorful flowers and butterflies, I love it! ♥

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  26. Edda SoffíaApril 12, 2013 at 12:10 AM

    That is a good idea, I like it

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  27. UnknownApril 12, 2013 at 5:12 AM

    I love your spring tree! So pretty. Thank you so much for sharing at A Bouquet of Talent this week. Happy Friday! :)
    hugs
    Kathy

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  28. AprilApril 12, 2013 at 2:51 PM

    Your Spring tree turned out pretty. I especially like the little crochet flowers. Thank you so much for sharing with Saturday Spotlight. Have a great weekend and come back soon!

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  29. Susie @bowdabraApril 15, 2013 at 2:31 AM

    Thanks so much for linking up an awesome project! Stop by again and link up another creative creation!

    Have a great week!
    Susie@bowdabra
    http://bowdabrablog.com/2013/04/13/crafty-showcase-link-up-anything-fun-in-the-craft-project-linky-9/

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  30. UnknownApril 15, 2013 at 3:38 AM

    those crocheted flowers are so intricate - color me impressed!
    thanks so much for sharing at The Humble Brag!

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  31. Stan and Jody GabaraMay 20, 2013 at 12:53 AM

    Love the tree! Would love for you to share at Simple & Sweet Fridays. New Follower!

    Take Care,
    Jody

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    1. LizMay 20, 2013 at 9:05 AM

      Thanks for inviting me to your party! I just linked up some projects!

      Liz

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  32. Pam @Threading My WayJune 1, 2013 at 6:16 AM

    The tree looks great, Liz. Love the butterfly!!!

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