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DIY Owl Wreath Craft (Using Recycled Materials)

Published on May 13, 2022 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Owl wreath made from repurposed materials.

This charming owl wreath is made from recycled stuff you can find around the house. Grab an old grapevine wreath, old canning jar lids, and more to make your own one-of-a-kind garden art owl. Love … [Read more...]

How to Make an Optical Illusion Mirror (It’s Cool!)

Published on April 28, 2021Last updated October 11, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Optical illusion mirror.

Turn a plain mirror into an optical illusion using these step-by-step instructions. It looks like an opening to a secret world. This mirror looks great at the end of a hallway or in a bedroom. If … [Read more...]

Best Living Plants for Miniature Gardens (Resource Guide)

Published on April 3, 2021Last updated October 4, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Plants for miniature gardens by Janit Calvo.

Want to create a miniature garden with living plants? This guide by expert Janit Calvo has all the information and resources you need to get started. Find out about the best plant choices, where to … [Read more...]

How To Make a Stone Birdhouse

Published on December 6, 2020Last updated October 5, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Homemade stone birdhouses.

Use these step-by-step instructions to make a decorative stone birdhouse for your garden. With the right adhesive these little houses can last outdoors for years to come. To make nesting boxes … [Read more...]

How to Clean Animal Bones for Display

Published on November 23, 2020Last updated October 5, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Animal bones ready for cleaning.

This step-by-step tutorial for how to clean bones, specifically bleaching and whitening, walks you through the basic process for preparing degreased animal bones for display. A trained … [Read more...]

How to Make Pinecone Animals (Penguin, Owl, & Mouse)

Published on November 18, 2020Last updated October 5, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Toy animals made from pinecones including a penguin, owl, and mouse.

Learn how to make pinecone animals including a penguin, owl, and mouse. They are fun as ornaments and as natural play toys for school age children. If you enjoy working with natural materials, … [Read more...]

How To Preserve Leaves With Beeswax

Published on October 26, 2020Last updated October 26, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Leaves preserved in beeswax.

This popular method preserves leaves by dipping them in melted beeswax. It's an excellent way to capture the beauty of fall leaf colors—red, orange, yellow, green, and gold—for use in crafts and … [Read more...]

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