Ideas For DIY
People use planters for many reasons: container gardening, indoor plants, kitchen herb gardens and even for decorative purposes. No matter what your reason for wanting or needing a container for your vegetables, herbs or plants, here are several ways to … Read the rest
I can’t help it, my brain is stuck is spring mode. It doesn’t matter that there’s snow on the ground, or that it snowed for the last 4 days here. I can’t get my mind off of spring. I have … Read the rest
Here’s a creative way to use outdated floppy disks, create a tech garden! These would make fun gifts too, and the succulent idea is a great one for those with a less than green thumb. Get the tutorial here — … Read the rest
Whether it’s crafts or organizing, feeding your pets or making Kool-Aid, there are plenty of ways to reuse milk jugs. So before you send them to the recycle bin, check out Home Made Simple for a bunch of great ideas … Read the rest
Hit the thrift store lately? Or maybe you have a bunch of mismatched dishes you aren’t sure what to do with. Create a dish garden in your home, a fun element that’s bursting with life. Get the instructions here — … Read the rest
Are you looking for something a little different this year to dress up your holiday table? This non-traditional but very beautiful pumpkin is dressed up with a dainty bird and pretty flowers. Head over to Carolyn’s Homework to read more … Read the rest
It’s a bit late in the season to be worrying about flower pot designs, but it’s actually the technique that I wanted to show you here. There’s a new product on the market that allows you to create a crackled … Read the rest
Old book pages and burlap make for a great combination on these plant pots. I’ve never been much of an indoor plant person, I always forget about them. But if you’re not a plant killer like me, why not dress … Read the rest
Wood burning! I remember my older brother making all sorts of things with his wood burning kit when I was a little girl. It’s a very cool way to add some character to a very plain canvas, such as this … Read the rest
Can you tell I’m cleaning out the summer project files? Here’s another one I wanted to make sure you saw before fall hits. After all, these birdhouses use Outdoor Mod Podge, so they should be safe for autumn as well. … Read the rest
I know it’s a wee bit late in the season for garden projects, but I didn’t want to close out summer without sharing this with you. In fact, if you plan to grow anything indoors during the cold season, this … Read the rest
How fun are these quirky little plant markers from the blog Artsy VaVa? The letters are burned into the corks, so they won’t wash off in the rain, and the twine is pretty forgiving to rain. Very creative and smile … Read the rest
Garden season is in full swing, so it’s definitely not too late for some outdoor creativity. You’re going to need some concrete, a few plastic containers, and some leaves. The results are fun, permanent and totally weatherproof. Head over to … Read the rest
Vintage seed packets give this cheerful garden sign its pretty look and feel. This project has been around for a few years, but I felt it was time for another look! Get the how to so you can make your … Read the rest
I have to admit, this project made me smile. Using the little speech bubbles for plant markers is so cute, I just can’t stand it! “Hello, I’m Dill” and “Cherry Tomato Here” are among the greetings you’ll get from your … Read the rest
