Beeswax, produced by honeybees, is a long-lasting natural wax that's perfect for candles, beauty products, batik art, and countless creative projects. I also use it to make handmade beeswax food … [Read more...]
Nature Crafts
Make a Decorative Fall Leaf Mobile
This homemade fall leaf hanging is made from beeswax-dipped leaves, perfect for preserving the beauty of autumn. To get started, make a batch of beeswax dipped leaves using these instructions. Then … [Read more...]
How To Preserve Leaves With 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...]
How to Press Flowers—Fast & Traditional Methods
Learn how to quickly press flowers and leaves using a microwave oven or iron, or use the traditional method with a flower press or heavy books. Includes 25 creative ways to use your pressed … [Read more...]
Getting Started With Wood Burning Art (Pyrography)
Use this beginner's guide to learn recommended supplies and tips to get started with the art of wood burning. With some basic materials you can create an assortment of art including decorative garden … [Read more...]
The Art of Stone Painting (Bird Tutorial)
You can create stone painting art like these beautiful bird rocks with these instructions. Be sure to get the right materials for long-lasting designs on rocks and stones. This project is from … [Read more...]
Create a Wildlife-Friendly Fence with Old Branches & Trimmings
Hang onto old tree branches and shrub cuttings and create a dead hedge or hedgerow. It’s both a low-cost privacy barrier plus habitat and nourishment for countless creatures. There are more ideas … [Read more...]