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DIY Garden decor with a big dose of Plattertude.

You’ve seen ’em at the thrift store. Big, heavy glass or ceramic serving platters. They’re pretty, but what would do with one? I’m glad you asked. Here are three fun ideas for DIY garden decor with plenty of “platter-tude” Every garden needs a sense of the whimscal. Something a bit out of the ordinary that… Continue reading DIY Garden decor with a big dose of Plattertude.

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Center of Attention: New dish flower design that pops

“Necessity is the mother of invention”…or so the saying goes. I’m the artsy-fartsy type who’s always interested in a new dish flower design. So, when I saw pictures of dish flowers with beads for the center, I was curious. It really gives the finished piece some “pop” and makes it look more like a flower.… Continue reading Center of Attention: New dish flower design that pops

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Wintry Wine Bottle Snowman Wrap to Make Yourself

Looking for a last minute holiday craft? Wrap one up in under 30 minutes with this cute wine bottle snowman. He’ll make great table centerpiece or addition to your snowman collection. Either way, it’s a clever but inexpensive upcycle craft you can make yourself with materials you may already have on hand at home. Wine… Continue reading Wintry Wine Bottle Snowman Wrap to Make Yourself

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How to Make a Lighted Glass Block Snowman

I love snowmen! And this lighted, glass block snowman is merry and bright. Although, at my house, they’re not just for Christmas, but all winter long! This tutorial demonstrates the drill method for making the hole in the block to insert LED mini lights. Then, keep scrolling for decorating tips and ideas so you can… Continue reading How to Make a Lighted Glass Block Snowman

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How to Make a Felt Snowman Top hat

“Necessity is the mother of invention”, goes the old proverb. There’s a few reasons that come to mind for making your own felt snowman top hat. First off, you can make one that’s exactly the size you need for your craft project. It may be faster and easier to buy one, but what if the… Continue reading How to Make a Felt Snowman Top hat

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The easy way to drill a hole in a wine bottle

Don’t you just love colored glass? And those wine bottles with the mini lights inside make such pretty Christmas decor. As a centerpiece, their warm glow brings a festive mood to the table. In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to drill a hole in a wine bottle, along with the proper tools and technique to… Continue reading The easy way to drill a hole in a wine bottle