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Make a Garden Shadow Box With Miniature Keepsakes

Published on April 8, 2025 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Garden shadow box with garden photo and miniatures.

Turn a garden photo and keepsakes into a delightful 3-D display with this shadow box tutorial. It's a fun way to preserve garden memories and create something beautiful to display indoors. If you … [Read more...]

14 Owl-Inspired Garden Art & Craft Ideas

Published on May 13, 2022 ♛ 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 ♛ 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 Winter Craft)

Published on January 29, 2022 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Ice suncatchers made from water and fruit.

Add sparkle to your winter garden with these homemade ice suncatchers. Made from natural materials, they are bird-friendly and simply beautiful on a cold, sunny day. For more ideas also see … [Read more...]

Crafting Beeswax Bowls with Pressed Flowers: Step-by-Step Guide

Published on February 15, 2021Last updated October 4, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Beeswax candle bowls decorated with pressed flowers.

These DIY bowls are made from pure beeswax and decorated with pressed flowers. Add votive candles for beautiful, glowing luminaries. For more projects, see 6 Creative & Practical Beeswax … [Read more...]

Naturally Crafty: Stuff to Make From and For the Garden

Published on December 29, 2020Last updated June 8, 2021 ♛ 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 ♛ 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...]

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