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Twigs, rustic salvage and found objects made into garden art - sound like something you like, too?
If it's rusty or rustic, weathered treasures gleaned from thrift stores and garage sales, or hand made crafts from natural materials in the hedgerows and roadsides; these are things that appeal to me - find out what is next...
Jun 06, 2019
Short Garden Sayings - sometimes, shorter is better
Sometimes, shorter is better - here are some Short Garden Sayings...
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May 31, 2019
How to Make a Hillbilly Dress; recycling and re-using
How to Make a Hillbilly Dress; recycling and making patchwork dresses out of pre-loved t-shirts...
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May 27, 2019
Fruit Wood Tool Handles; the apple doesn't fall far from the tree
Fruit Wood Tool Handles; a gift from my forebears, and a link to my past; rustic crafts, wood carving and carpentry are melded together into a unique and interesting creative life
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May 26, 2019
Twig Clipart; hand drawn dividers to decorate your blog or books
You need some Twig Clipart for decorating your blog or books, as dividers, accents and much more; free to download here...
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May 25, 2019
Upcycled Day Bed - guest bed with a twist
When guests are planning to visit, you need extra beds - this Upcycled Day Bed does double duty as a bed and a couch...
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May 24, 2019
Annealing Copper Wire - how to make copper wire flexible
Annealing Copper Wire is a really important skill; without it, copper wire doesn't bend to your will
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May 23, 2019
Mason Jar Storage - for small bits and pieces
Craft Storage Ideas - Mason Jar Storage...
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May 22, 2019
Sewing Machine Cabinet; another rustic paint project
This old sewing machine needs a Sewing Machine Cabinet; nothing available, so I upcycled a salvaged one into a spectacular piece of furniture
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May 20, 2019
Cork and Twig Reindeer Ornaments
These Cork and Twig Reindeer Ornaments are the perfect way to say 'rustic' for your Christmas season...
May 20, 2019
Rustic Paint Techniques - for aged and weatherbeaten charm
Rustic Paint Techniques to age and weather your rustic crafts for a weatherbeaten appearance
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May 20, 2019
Weathering Wood with Vinegar and Steel Wool
Weathering Wood with Vinegar and Steel Wool - it's amazing...
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May 19, 2019
Harvesting Twigs for Crafts; the most important things to know
Learn the most important things about Harvesting Twigs for Crafts; the how to primer for collecting twigs efficiently and safely
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May 18, 2019
Rustic Country Garden Decor - add character - salvaged garden crafts
Add charm and character to your Rustic Country Garden Decor with garden crafts and rustic salvage...
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May 18, 2019
Punched Heart Lantern - Garden Art DIY Tutorial
Celebrate Valentines Day (or any time) with a Punched Heart Lantern - Garden Art DIY Tutorial...
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May 16, 2019
The Eclectic Eggporeum - Bird Themed Vignette
If it's to do with birds, chickens or other farm type stuff, it belongs on the Eclectic Eggporeum; this started out as my chicken house, and has evolved to be much more...
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May 10, 2019
DIY Clay Pot Garden - make your own fairy garden
Make your own fairy garden - DIY Clay Pot Garden...
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May 04, 2019
Rustic Clipart; twigs, hillbilly clip art, mandalas and more
Rustic Clipart runs the gamut from simple twigs to decorate your blog or book as a divider, to much more complex complicated mandala designs; find out how to get yours
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May 04, 2019
Mandala Coloring Pages - unique hand drawn designs for crafts
A collection of Mandala Coloring Pages for wood burning, embroidery and many more crafts
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Apr 16, 2019
Rustic Garden Sheds - from the funky to the sublime
Rustic Garden Sheds are the perfect accessory to your garden; not only a functional place to keep your tools, but a well appointed sanctuary for the gardener...
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Apr 16, 2019
How to Make Hypertufa; tips & techniques for this unique garden craft
How to Make Hypertufa; join in the fun and learn how to make this unique garden craft; use these instructions to make troughs, pinch pots and many more great hypertufa projects
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Apr 06, 2019
Dollhouse Miniature Projects - Chimney made of styrofoam
This DIY Tutorial of one of my Dollhouse Miniature Projects shows how to make a Chimney out of styrofoam...
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Apr 02, 2019
Hypertufa Birdbath; attracting birds to your garden
Create a Hypertufa Birdbath, and attract birds to your garden; a rustic water feature is always good, and one made out of hypertufa is the crowning glory
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Mar 18, 2019
Hypertufa Toadstools - perfect accent for a fairy garden
These Hypertufa Toadstools are a little different from the run of the mill mushrooms that you might see...
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Mar 12, 2019
Twig Basket Care - how to look after baskets made of natural materials
Twig Basket Care is simple and straightforward; as a natural material, twigs and other types of woody natural fibers need to be treated tenderly
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Feb 27, 2019
Antler Buttons - using Nature's bounty to make unique sweater closings
Antler Buttons do more than just hold your sweater closed; they are beautiful in their own right
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Feb 25, 2019
Rain Chains; lovely garden accents for a rainwater harvesting system
Rain Chains make a statement about your garden; show you care about every aspect of your landscape by beautifying your rainwater harvesting system too...
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Feb 24, 2019
How to Make Hypertufa Look Old; weathering and aging techniques
How to Make Hypertufa Look Old; rustic garden art tutorial...
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Feb 24, 2019
Primitive Heart Christmas Ornament - easy diy tutorial
Here's a simple Primitive Heart for your rustic Christmas decor - easy diy tutorial for a country craft...
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Feb 21, 2019
Knitted Rag Rug - the perfect rustic decor accent
Make your own Knitted Rag Rug; the perfect rustic accent for your home decor...
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Feb 13, 2019
Build a Rustic Potting Bench - find out how here, and get plans
Build a Rustic Potting Bench and enjoy your rustic work area; barnboard, twigs and some easy techniques will get you started...
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Feb 12, 2019
Patio Blocks - make your own soil cement diy pavers
Make your own Patio Blocks out of soil cement using this innovative method; create a unique garden focal point to add character to your landscape
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Feb 11, 2019
Curing Hypertufa; crucial steps for a long lived project
Curing Hypertufa correctly will give your project a better chance of surviving frost, rough handling and other abuse; learn some tips and techniques to properly cure your rustic project...
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Feb 06, 2019
Weathered Red Barn Paint - make your rustic crafts vintage
Use this vintage paint technique for Weathered Red Barn Paint...
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Jan 24, 2019
3 More Hypertufa Millstones - sometimes I don't know when to stop
Here are 3 More Hypertufa Millstones - I had so much fun making the original three that I had to make more...
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Jan 23, 2019
Oregon grape root, mahonia aquifolium
Wildcrafting for 15+ years looking for buyers of Oregon grape root and usnea,have 1000 pounds dried and ready please call 541-670-477o Oregon Grape is
Jan 21, 2019
Ask the Artisan - The Woman of Many Sticks is in
Ask the Artisan any questions about your rustic crafts
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Jan 17, 2019
Making Metal Look Old - patina, tarnish and rust
Making Metal Look Old; techniques and tips for artificially aging metal for rustic garden crafts; learn about patina, verdigris and how to make tin look aged
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Jan 08, 2019
Verdigris on Copper and Brass; the most valuable patina
Verdigris is the lovely pale green or blue color that copper and brass turn; age and weathering of copper roofs, brass statues and other metals gives them a valuable patina
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Dec 30, 2018
Painted Twig Toolbox - more rustic crafts
Another rustic creation - a Painted Twig Toolbox...
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Dec 30, 2018
Rustic Wooden Boxes; barnboard, driftwood and twigs
Rustic Wooden Boxes range from something salvaged, refurbished and embellished, to your own constructions made from barnboards or driftwood...
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Dec 28, 2018
Rustic Twig and Barnboard Box - DIY Tutorial
Build your own Rustic Twig and Barnboard Box - a tutorial for a shabby twig handled box...
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Dec 13, 2018
Holiday Decorating Ideas - Country Rustic Christmas
Holiday Decorating Ideas; country rustic Christmas with primitive ornaments and accents...
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Dec 01, 2018
Garden Sign Sayings - funny quotes, whimsical sayings
Here's where you can find Garden Sign Sayings for your rustic garden signs; contribute your own to the growing list...
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