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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...
Oct 09, 2026
Rustic Twig Hardware - DIY tutorial for making your own handles
Here is a tutorial on how to make your own charming Rustic Twig Hardware for upcycled furniture...
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Oct 08, 2026
Twig Walking Stick; your customized staff, pole or cane from a twig
Make your own Twig Walking Stick from twigs or branches right from your own garden, salvaged from tree pruning crews, or even wildcrafting expeditions; your very own customized cane
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Oct 07, 2026
Make a Draft Stopping Doormouse from an old sweater
Take one old sweater, cut it up into pieces and make a Draft Stopping Doormouse; diy tutorial...
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Oct 06, 2026
Vintage Tins - old and weathered, or in prime condition
Vintage Tins come in all shapes and sizes, and in every condition imaginable; some are rusted and dented, showing their age, others are pristine...
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Oct 05, 2026
Rustic Pin Cushion - make them, collect them, use them
Into sewing? You will love this Rustic Pin Cushion that keeps your needles safe and secure...
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Oct 04, 2026
Easy Rustic Projects - crafts for the less crafty
Easy Rustic Projects for the less crafty; you will not need special tools, intense training or expensive materials for these rustic garden crafts
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Oct 03, 2026
Grapevines for Crafts; one of the most useful natural materials
Grapevines have been used for rustic crafts for centuries; when you have a vinyard where the grapes need to be pruned every year, you get a lot of natural supplies to make into baskets
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Oct 02, 2026
Seed Crafts - seed pods, capsules, acorns and nuts for crafts
Seed Crafts take common natural materials and transform them into beautiful decorations or accents; learn about using these interesting and textural pods, nuts and seeds for rustic crafts...
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Oct 01, 2026
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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Sep 30, 2026
Rustic Candelabra - grubby candles with battery operated lights
Build your own Rustic Candelabra - grubby pillar candles and tea lights...
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Sep 29, 2026
Pet Grave Marker - build your own pet grave memorial headstone
Build your own Pet Grave Marker for a permanent memorial to your favorite dog or cat (or iguana!)
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Sep 28, 2026
Twig Baskets; natural rustic materials make the best baskets
Twig Baskets are a perfect way to make a strong, durable yet beautiful rustic craft; learn which twigs and other natural materials are the best.
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Sep 27, 2026
Twig Wreath - using twigs for decorations
Make a Twig Wreath for decorating a door or your porch; easy crafts using garden materials for a spectacular country accent...
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Sep 26, 2026
Clay Pot Bird Bath - simple, and the birds love it
Make a Clay Pot Bird Bath - garden art for the birds...
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Sep 25, 2026
Building Rustic Furniture e-Book - make your own twig and branch art
Building Rustic Furniture e-Book; DIY and Craft Tutorial Manual...
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Sep 24, 2026
Rustic Salvaged Trellis; trash, transformed into a garden accent
Transform a cast off piece of junk into a Rustic Salvaged Trellis to shelter a tender plant or to hide a view...
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Sep 23, 2026
Pine Cone Crafts - using conifer cones and seed pods for rustic crafts
Pine Cone Crafts take seed pods and cones to a whole new level; make some interesting and unique rustic crafts from a natural material...
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Sep 22, 2026
The Eggporeum Autumn Display - harvest time is upon us
The Eggporeum Autumn Display; vintage harvest time, with a rustic twist...
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Sep 21, 2026
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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Sep 20, 2026
Ask the Artisan - The Woman of Many Sticks is in
Ask the Artisan any questions about your rustic crafts and get inspired...
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Sep 19, 2026
Antler Toggles - rustic and beautiful garment closures
Antler Toggles use some of natures most unique and interesting materials to make into handmade garment closures...
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Sep 18, 2026
Burl Bowls - reveal the beauty within
Reveal the beauty within the burl with a Burl Bowl; nature seldom makes a mistake, and there is always a silver lining...
Sep 17, 2026
Clay Pots in a Basket - more fun gardening with junk
Clay Pots in a Basket to hang as a window box or just as a pretty vignette in your junk garden are easy to do; step one; keep your eyes peeled for old terracotta clay pots...
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Sep 16, 2026
Forms for Hypertufa - a collection of pages all about molding
There are lots of things you can use as Forms for Hypertufa; some of them are right under your nose...
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Sep 15, 2026
The Mouseman Oak Furniture
The Mouseman - Thompsons of Kilburn Oak Furniture and their very appealing mascot and trademark...
Sep 14, 2026
Plant Sticks - fancy embellishments for non-flowering plants
Plant Sticks - fancy embellishments for non-flowering plants...
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Sep 13, 2026
Rustic Garden Angel; create a fun junk garden angel to watch over it
Create your own Rustic Garden Angel out of salvaged bits and pieces to watch over your garden...
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Sep 12, 2026
Hypertufa Wall Pocket; a hanging weed pot for succulents
Create a Hypertufa Wall Pocket; an ideal little hanging weed pot for some draping succulents; unique focal point to display beside a door or gate, filled with tiny plants...
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Sep 11, 2026
Willow Baskets; the ultimate old time craft, new again
Willow Baskets have been around for centuries; artisans have enjoyed using the beautiful and versatile willows for many rustic crafts, to provide useful household objects...
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Sep 10, 2026
Wildcrafting - gleaning, collecting & harvesting from nature
Learn about Wildcrafting, that fascinating alternate lifestyle; gleaning, collecting and harvesting mother natures abundance
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Sep 09, 2026
Wood Burning Patterns - mandala designs
Wood Burning Patterns; use the mandala coloring pages for the basis for this intriguing craft; pyrography...
Sep 08, 2026
Twig Picket Fence - vertical uprights for a domesticated palisade
Surround your garden with a Twig Picket Fence; be a pioneer and create a classic design with a rustic twist for something totally unique
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Sep 07, 2026
Amelanchier Twigs - fine grained Saskatoon Berry wood
Amelanchier Twigs; fine grained hardwood for tough twiggy projects; a beautiful native shrub...
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Sep 06, 2026
Driftwood Mirror Frame - who is the fairest of them all?
This Driftwood Mirror Frame will reflect back at you all your good features, none of the bad...
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Sep 05, 2026
Driftwood Crafts; gifts from the ocean waves
Driftwood Crafts take a cast off piece of flotsam from the beach, and transform it into a unique and unusual decoration or focal point
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Sep 04, 2026
Rustic Bird Cages - weathered and junky
Weathered and junky Rustic Bird Cages - with a twist...
Sep 03, 2026
Rustic Twig Fences; build your own primitive & charming fence
Rustic Twig Fences add so much charm and character to your garden; create yours out of branches and twigs...
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Sep 01, 2026
Build a Rustic Potting Bench - find out how here, and get the 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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Aug 31, 2026
Black Painted Door - special order door, with a twist
This Black Painted Door is a special order, custom painted for a friend; the purpose is to cover an access panel...
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Aug 30, 2026
Rustic Garden Wreath - found and natural country decor
Make a Rustic Garden Wreath out of natural and found supplies for your country decor; primitive or more formal...you choose...
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Aug 29, 2026
DIY Lanterns - light the way in your garden with home made lighting
Got the urge to shed some light on it? Why not make a DIY Lantern?
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Aug 28, 2026
Rustic Bench - how to build your perfect twig and barnboard seat
A Rustic Bench in just the right spot will be a regular stopping point in your garden; enjoy the songs of birds, buzzing bees and flitting butterflies from your twig and barnboard seat...
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Aug 27, 2026
Driftwood Dining Table; use your driftwood to make a rustic table
A Driftwood Dining Table for your alfresco meals adds a rustic ambiance to your garden or porch; imagine the silvery patina of the weathered wood...
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Mar 21, 2026
Pergola Designs; get ideas; combine with twigs and rustic; create
Pergola Designs; get ideas and inspiration; combine with twigs and rustic; create. Your perfect pergola awaits; build it with twigs, add some rustic flavor, charm and character
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Mar 17, 2026
Wire Techniques for Crafts; the basics for wiring crafts
Wire Techniques for Crafts; the basics for attaching pieces together, the best kinds of wire to use and how to actually do it...
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Jacki CammidgeAUTHOR BIO
Jacki Cammidge is a Certified Horticulturist with a diploma in Ornamental Horticulture and the rustic garden artisan behind Woman of Many Sticks. Over 30+ years, she built custom twig trellises, archways, clematis gazebos, and 100+ hypertufa pieces using natural materials and upcycled finds. See her work on Facebook and Pinterest. Now retired, she still loves growing and harvesting willow.
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