Do you lose tools left out in the garden? Want to minimize walking back and forth to the garage or storage shed for the planting and weeding tools you use the most? A mailbox in the garden makes an attractive and handy on-site mini tool cache.
Category: Garden Art
Go exotic with a styrofoam head planter
Styrofoam Head Planter Would you like to add an exotic touch to your decor? Here’s a fun little DIY project that can go off in a lot of different creative directions. I first saw these on Pinterest and immediately had to try one. The use of human form in garden art really intrigues me for… Continue reading Go exotic with a styrofoam head planter
5 Easy Garden Crafts Anyone Can Do
Summer is a busy time! Here are five easy garden crafts that can be completed in under an hour. They are super simple–suitable for any age and don’t require any special tools. Best of all, you can proudly put them out in the garden right away to enjoy! These are very in-expensive crafts. All the… Continue reading 5 Easy Garden Crafts Anyone Can Do
How to sell your dish flower art with confidence
Sell Your Dish Flower Art Garden Art Series So, you’re thinking about making and selling dish flowers? Maybe you’re still deciding whether you want to make them as gifts to family or friends or become a full-fledged crafting business. You came to the right place! A brief introduction: I’m Kristen, a craftsman who makes and… Continue reading How to sell your dish flower art with confidence
Help the bees get a cool drink of water
Bees pollinate our flowers and help our veggies grow. But they get thirsty just like you do when you’ve been working hard. Learn how to make a “bee bar” to provide some liquid refreshment to help your bees this summer.
How to make the prettiest birdbath in the garden
The prettiest birdbath in the garden I love pretty things in my garden, don’t you? And I like the satisfaction of making something just for me. Whether the birds actually use it for the intended purpose, or not, it makes me happy to see a special piece of art tucked in among the flowers. I… Continue reading How to make the prettiest birdbath in the garden
Easy Christmas Dish Flower Without the Post
Make your own beautiful Christmas flower with decorative plates. No need to be put on a post to enjoy. So simple, anyone can do this!
The Fairy Artist Who Will Make You Believe
Fairy scatters ‘wishes’ upon the wind. Read the astonishing story behind the art and the artist
How to Paint on Glass Plates for Beautiful Dish Flowers
A Tutorial for Beginners Note: This Tutorial only covers how to paint on glass plates. Not about making a complete dish flower. SEE links at the end for complete dish flower tutorials. What’s Covered? Selecting glass dishware for garden art Prepping glass before painting The right paint Easy paint techniques, ideas and inspiration Bake-cure process… Continue reading How to Paint on Glass Plates for Beautiful Dish Flowers
How to Drill a Plate for Garden Art
Tips & Tricks for Crafters What’s Covered? Why use the drilling method? Tools: drill bits, bolts Safe drilling practices How to start the hole without using tape What are the best plates to use and which ones to avoid? Benefits: Drilling plates will open up a whole new arena of crafts At craft shows, people… Continue reading How to Drill a Plate for Garden Art