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Sea Shell Wind Chimes

Sea Shell Wind ChimesThis page is about sea shell wind chimes. A fun project that can include an adventure collecting shells at the beach.

 

driftwood

Sterilizing and Desalinizing DriftwoodThis is a page about sterilizing and desalinizing driftwood. Processing your nature finds prior to using them in a craft or garden project is a must.

 

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Collecting Pine Cones for CraftsPine cones are a natural and free material for crafts. This page is about collecting and preparing pine cones for crafts.

 

Painted gourds.

Painting GourdsThis is a page about painting gourds. Painted gourds make beautiful decorations for all occasions and are also wonderful to give as gifts.

 

Polished Rocks

Polishing Rocks?This is a page about polishing rocks. Polished rocks are quite pretty and something kids and adults both enjoy having. You can buy them, but they can be pricy, or polish your own.

 

Two toadstools growing in the ground.

Preserving a Toadstool?I have a unique toadstool in my yard. Is there a safe way to preserve it?

 

A mandala made from petals and leaves.

Making Natural MandalasMandala is a Sanskrit word meaning circle. The mandala holds a lot of symbolism particularly in Hindu and Buddhist cultures. The complex design is circular in nature, even if there are other shapes included, it retains a concentric circle pattern. They are used for focusing ones attention and aid in meditation and other spiritual pursuits. The mandala offered on this page was made using flowers, twigs, lichen, and fir cones.

 

Watermelon Stone Paperweights - finished watermelon stones

Making Watermelon Stone PaperweightsPaint stones to resemble watermelon slices. These can be used as a cheerful decoration or paperweight.

 

Catching a Spider Web - side view

Catching a Spider WebGrab a can of black spray paint, a canvas, and a pair of scissors and head out to catch a spider web. It helps to have a second person. This project results in a one of a kind piece of home decor.

 

Twigs tied together in a decorative way.

Nature Stick OrnamentSmall sticks can be used to make thrifty decorations for your trees or shrubs. This is a page about making a nature stick ornament.

 

Three Pinecones

How to Remove Bugs From Pine Cones in the Microwave?If you plan to use pine cones for crafts or home decorations you will want to remove any bugs that are hiding out inside. This is a page about how to remove bugs from pine cones in the microwave.

 

Pine Tree Stump Coffee Table

How to Make a Pine Tree Stump Coffee TableUtilize an interesting pine tree stump to create a lovely coffee table. Depending on the finish it can be for indoors or out on your deck or patio. This is a page about how to make a pine tree stump coffee table.

 

Driftwood Wall Hanging

Making a Driftwood Wall HangingLarge or small pieces of driftwood can be used to make lovely rustic wall hangings. You can add beads and other decorative items to tailor the hanging to complement your decor. This is a page about making a driftwood wall hanging.

 

Limb pen holder.

Making Useful Items From Tree LimbsThis is a page about making useful items from tree limbs. Tree limbs can be reused in craft and garden projects.

 

Gold Painted Branch As Home Decor

Painting a Branch for Home DecorThis is a page about painting a branch for home decor. You will be pleasantly surprised how nice a painted branch can look when used as part of your home decor.

 

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"Flower" Twig Vase

Making a Twig Flower VaseThis is a page about making a twig flower vase. Using items you have collected from nature can make this twig vase filled with pine cone flowers.

 

A willow wreath in process.

Making a Willow WreathThis is a page about making a willow wreath. If you or a neighbor have a willow tree you can make your own willow branch wreath.

 

Fabric wrapped star on wall.

Making a Tree Branch Star DecorationThis is a page about making a tree branch star decoration. You can make an attractive star decoration from pieces of a tree branch.

 

Stick wreath hanging on the front door.

Making an Autumn Stick WreathThis is a page about making an autumn stick wreath. Crafts made from nature are inexpensive as well as unique.

 

Pinecone, berries, bits of evergreen branches with fake snow

Getting Craft Supplies From Your GardenThis is a page about getting craft supplies from your garden. Nature provides a wide range of materials to use in craft projects.

 

Rosemary Serviette (Napkin) Rings

Making Rosemary Napkin RingsThe aroma of fresh rosemary will tempt the taste buds of your dinner guests or family for the meal to come. This is a page about making rosemary napkin rings.

 

beach shell rocks and wood

Beach Theme Craft IdeasThis is a page about beach themed craft ideas. While exploring the beach you can discover many interesting rocks, shells and driftwood to create all kinds of crafts.

 

carrot with tops

Decorating with CarrotsThis is a page about decorating with carrots. The bright color and feathery leaves of this common vegetable can make interesting decorations.

 

Hesperus Necklace in spruce tree.

Crafts Using Rocks and MineralsThis is a page about crafts using rocks and minerals. There are many creative ways that stones of all sizes can be used in craft projects.

 

beautiful top down view of tree stump

Reusing Tree StumpsThis is a page about reusing tree stumps. Tree stumps either still in the ground or after being removed can be used for a variety of crafts or garden decorations and planters.

 

pan of acorns on oven rack

Preparing Acorns for CraftsThis is a page about preparing acorns for crafts. There are a lot of fun crafts that you can do with acorns. To avoid pests and mold, it is important to clean and dry the acorns completely.

 

Walnut Shell

Crafts Using Walnut ShellsThis is a page about crafts using walnut shells. Nut shells can be used in crafts to make a variety of holiday ornaments and other decorations.

 

two acorns

Crafts Using AcornsThis page contains crafts using acorns. These interesting, naturally occurring tree nuts can be incorporated in a number of craft projects.

 

A Christmas wreath on a red door.

Buying Pine Cones for Crafts?This page is about buying pine cones for crafts. There are many kinds and sizes of these conifer cones that are a great natural addition to holiday wreaths and arrangements.

 

maple leaf

Preserving LeavesThis page is about preserving leaves. The cooler temperatures of autumn allow beautiful, colorful leaves to fall. Some of these can be preserved and used in arrangements and for crafts.

 

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Christmas garland made of pine boughs.

Killing Insects on Natural CraftsThis page is about killing insects on natural crafts. When you gather natural things for your crafts, you want to be sure there are no bugs in them.

 

Turmeric being ground up.

Making Natural DyesThis page is about making natural dyes. Creating your own dyes can be challenging and fun.

 

Plant Seeds

Making Beads from Plant Seeds?This is a page about making beads from plant seeds. Plant and fruit seeds can be used in the creation of beautiful jewelry and other bead crafts.

 

Ornamental Gourds

Preserving Ornamental GourdsThis is a page about preserving ornamental gourds. Proper preservation of ornamental gourds can keep them looking good for a long time.

 

Seashells

Making Birds Out of Seashells?This is a page about making birds out of seashells. Because of their unique shapes, textures, and colors seashells have many craft uses, including using them to create decorations in the shape of birds.

 

moss ball craft

Crafts Using MossThis page is about crafts using moss. A natural material that can be used for a variety of craft projects.

 

Okra

Drying Okra for Crafts?This is a page about drying okra for crafts. In addition to being a tasty vegetable frequently used in southern cooking, okra pods ca be dried and used in arts and craft projects.

 

sea shell switch plate

Decorating With Sea ShellsThis is a page about decorating with sea shells. Whether you are a collector or simply like to buy pretty unique shells at coastal shops, you can incorporate them into many lovely craft projects.

 

Sea Shells

Crafts Using Sea ShellsThis page is about crafts using sea shells. This natural material comes in many shapes and sizes and can be a part of some interesting projects.

 

Collecting Leaves

Collecting LeavesThis page is about collecting leaves. Free foliage is available to gather together and preserve.

 

Making Pinecone Fire Starters

Making Pine Cone Fire StartersThis page is about making pine cone fire starters. Pine cones can be bought or collected for free in a variety of places.

 

Fall Leaves on White Background

Decorating with Fall LeavesThis is a page about decorating with fall leaves. The beautiful colors of fall leaves make them a perfect part of your decorating scheme.

 

Making Scented Pinecones

Making Scented Pine Cones?This page is about making scented pine cones. A nice gift or bouquet for your home can be made by adding fragrance to pine cones.

 

Painting Gourds

Crafts Made With GourdsThis is a page about crafts made with gourds. Because of their interesting and unique shapes, gourds are excellent for use in a wide variety of crafts.

 

A pinecone painted silver

Crafts Using Pine ConesThis is a page about crafts using pine cones. Pine cones are a popular crafting item for kids and adults alike.

 

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Crafts using gourds

Crafts Using GourdsThis is a page about crafts using gourds. Gourds are great to use for craft projects, there are so many possibilities.

 

Craft Ideas Using Natural Materials

Craft Ideas Using Natural MaterialsThis page contains craft ideas using natural materials. Objects found in nature including plant materials, stones, etc. can be used to make beautiful crafts.

 

Driftwood Door Handle

Driftwood Craft IdeasThis page contains driftwood craft ideas. Many interesting and useful pieces of driftwood can be found at the beach.

 

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