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14 Owl-Inspired Garden Art & Craft Ideas

Published on May 13, 2022 â™› By Melissa J. Will

Garden art owl decorations.

If you love owls like so many of us do, these owl-inspired garden art and craft ideas are for you. Find the owl décor that suits your garden or get some recycled materials and craft up something … [Read more...]

DIY Owl Wreath Craft (Using Recycled Materials)

Published on May 13, 2022 â™› By Melissa J. Will

Owl wreath made from recycled 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 Ice Suncatchers (Easy Free Winter Craft)

Published on January 29, 2022 â™› By Melissa J. Will

Ice suncatchers made from water and fruit.

Homemade ice suncatchers are beautiful in the winter garden where everything glimmers in the sun on bright snowy day. Made with all-natural materials, these free, easy-to-make decorations are … [Read more...]

How to Make Luminary Candle Bowls (Beeswax Craft)

Published on February 15, 2021Last updated October 4, 2021 â™› By Melissa J. Will

Beeswax candle bowls decorated with pressed flowers.

These DIY bowls are made from pure beeswax and decorated with pressed flowers to create beautiful votive candle holders or small flower pots. For more projects, see 6 Creative & Practical … [Read more...]

Naturally Crafty: Stuff to Make From and For the Garden

Published on December 29, 2020Last updated June 8, 2021 â™› By Melissa J. Will

Creative projects made from natural materials including gift tags and holiday decor.

If you like your garden art on the wild side, Naturally Crafty may be for you. This new ebook features ideas for making stuff from and for your garden using branches, flowers, and other … [Read more...]

How to Dye Fabric With Lavender

Published on December 5, 2020Last updated October 5, 2021 â™› By Melissa J. Will

Fabric dyed from lavender.

This lavender dye recipe comes from the book Seasonal Plant Dyes by Alicia Hall. Find out how to use lavender leaves to dye natural fibers. For tips on what supplies to use for fabric dyeing, … [Read more...]

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

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

Crafts created with pinecones including 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...]

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