Cale Posted January 24, 2012 B-OV-21D Friends Tree House in the Garden For PennLUG's January 2012 meeting member Chris Edwards challenged us to build Friends themed MOCs. I only had Olivia's Tree House and Emma's Fashion Design Studio at the time so my Friends part resources were pretty small. I desided to run with the tree house theme and expand on it adding elements from both sets and a healthy dose of my landscaping knowledge. I think I'm reasonably happy with the results. http://www.flickr.com/photos/steampoweredbricks/sets/72157629005805977/with/6752386765/ Cale Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AlexScammer Posted January 24, 2012 One word - AWESOME! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Legobrandon Posted January 24, 2012 (edited) I can't stress enough how much I LOVE thise trees, especially the white one. Edited January 24, 2012 by Legobrandon Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
legolegolegolego Posted January 24, 2012 This is really nice. Will you share your technique on the pine trees and connecting the Plant Flower 2 x 2 - Rounded (4728) in the garden? - Michael Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hewman Posted January 24, 2012 The pink tree is gorgeous and flower bed works really well with that dense look. A great MOC, you should be pretty impressed with yourself. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cale Posted January 24, 2012 This is really nice. Will you share your technique on the pine trees and connecting the Plant Flower 2 x 2 - Rounded (4728) in the garden? - Michael The two green pines are just variations on the old #10069 Tree. The dark green and sand green trees are versions of this tree by Ondrew Hardigan which itself was a variation on the #10069. The 2x2 flowers are actually quite simple. They are just placed over the stalks of the Plant Flower Stem part. Cale Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rocketbilly Posted January 24, 2012 This is just magnificent. The way you've done that landscaping makes this, I think - and that (cherry blossom?) tree is superb too. Some of the best brick built foliage I've ever seen The little birdhouse is a great addition, too. Nice work. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RedGiant Posted January 24, 2012 Lovely build! The trees look great! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lightningtiger Posted January 24, 2012 (edited) C & C 'Cale'....that's cute and cool at the same time, wonderful tree house and that tree for said house is simply beautiful. It's good to start seeing Friend's MOC's.....might try a few myself later in the year. Brick On with your Friend's 'Cale' ! Edited January 24, 2012 by lightningtiger Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JackJonespaw Posted January 24, 2012 Fantastic! I love the big tree and the flower details! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Redhead1982 Posted January 24, 2012 That's a great MOC. The garden looks amazing, even though it's a small one. But it has everything - some lovely designed trees, a bunch of different flowers (a combination of classic flowers, 2x2 flowers, Friends flowers and different flower stems is fantastic) and a tree house! I can't say what caught my attention the most, but at different time points throughout the day, I kept noticing new details. The sand green roof blends in really nicely, and the camera tripod stands out as well. The ruler on the side from the entrance is a nice addition. All in all, it's a great tree house. In the end, I have to admit that seeing some lovely MOCs with Friends-ladyfigs, makes me like these new ladyfigs more and more. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheLegoDr Posted January 24, 2012 Very impressive! I like the landscaping, but that cherry blossom is amazing. Keep up the great work. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cale Posted January 25, 2012 Thank you all for the wonderful comments. T be honest I was surprised at how well this was received. Cale Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
timslegos Posted January 25, 2012 So many flowers! I really like the pink tree. tim Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
legolegolegolego Posted January 25, 2012 The two green pines are just variations on the old #10069 Tree. The dark green and sand green trees are versions of this tree by Ondrew Hardigan which itself was a variation on the #10069. The 2x2 flowers are actually quite simple. They are just placed over the stalks of the Plant Flower Stem part. Cale Thank you very much for taking the time to reply with the details. This is a huge help. Nice work.- Michael Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Texrob Posted January 25, 2012 Great build! I really love the white tree; it looks great! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
refriedbeans Posted January 31, 2012 BEST MOC EVER! The garden is so beautiful! Great job! I absolutely love it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Legogal Posted January 31, 2012 Wow! Your cherry tree is awesome!!! It definitely steals the show! Was wondering what to do with my built Friends treehouse....this gives me a lot of idea....I never imagined white tree branches, but they work beautifully here. Many thanks!!! :wub: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darkdragon Posted August 17, 2012 This is really beautiful! All your trees are wonderful, especialy liking the brick pines. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SheepEater Posted August 17, 2012 Beautiful, but I find it a little bit disturbing that so far most of the biggest Friends MOCs are all done by men... C'mon girls, this is YOUR theme... impress us! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maundythursday Posted September 9, 2012 Lovely... I really like those trees... I can't seems to get enough of those trees... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hammerstein NWC Posted September 9, 2012 This is just super. The Cherry blossom style pink and white tree is just splendid! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
purpleparadox Posted September 9, 2012 Beautiful. You've just taken the step from MOC to art. The plant-life is stunning...thanks for opening my eyes to the possibilities granted by the Friends theme! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Locomotive Annie Posted October 17, 2012 I absolutely love the trees and the flowerbed. I only purchased my first Friends set yesterday and already I'm finding myself wanting to explore the Friends theme even more. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites