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

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

Crafts created with pinecones including penguin, owl, and mouse.

Turn pinecones into delightful pinecone animals with this tutorial. Instructions show how to create fun and festive penguin, owl, and mouse ornaments. If you enjoy working with natural materials, … [Read more...]

6 Creative & Practical Uses For Beeswax

Published on October 27, 2020Last updated October 5, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Beeswax candles, bowls, and preserved leaves.

Beeswax, produced by honey bees, 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...]

Make a Decorative Fall Leaf Mobile

Published on October 26, 2020Last updated October 5, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Preserved leaves hanging from a branch in a sunny window.

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

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...]

How to Press Flowers—Fast & Traditional Methods

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

Pressed flowers and leaves.

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)

Published on December 3, 2019Last updated October 6, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Woodburning tools.

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)

Published on April 26, 2019Last updated October 22, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

The Art of Stone Painting book.

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...]

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