There are just not enough opportunities for a garden party these days. Sure, there are tea parties and birthday parties for your littlest family members, but there aren't as many occasions to 'take tea' in the yard and have things all fancy-like. I'd like to bring that back. Wouldn't it be nice to come into a backyard that's set out for company? I grabbed a few things from my craft stash and set … [Read more...] about Setting the Table for a Garden Party
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Adorable DIY Fairy Doors for the Backyard
There is a public garden near our house that is peppered with Fairy Doors. My kids sprint down the path towards the little village of doors and houses and scan the ground for traces of fairy dust. It's magical, and the feeling of excitement and wonder is contagious while you're under the canopy of trees that's no doubt hiding little fairies. When I saw these fantastic wooden fairy doors on the … [Read more...] about Adorable DIY Fairy Doors for the Backyard
How to Make a DIY Zen Garden with Beaded Cacti
In a world full of appointments and deadlines, it's so important to take a break and breathe. Even just a few minutes of detachment can do wonders for your concentration and focus. Luckily, you don't have to go too far to do just that. Inspired by beautiful Japanese zen gardens, this mini DIY zen garden lets you meditate right in your own home or office. You can also create faux cacti for your … [Read more...] about How to Make a DIY Zen Garden with Beaded Cacti
How to Make a Teacup Mini Garden
Fairy gardens are trending -- these quick and easy mini gardens are made in small containers and embellished with adorable mini garden accessories like tiny stepping stones, benches, or woodland creatures. Upcycle a neglected teacup into a charming mini garden featuring wee garden accessories and easy-care plants. DIY Teacup Mini Garden: Teacup or Other Small Container. Potting … [Read more...] about How to Make a Teacup Mini Garden
Miniature Terrarium Garden Necklace {Just in Time for Spring!}
With spring just around the corner, it's time to get in touch with our green thumbs. And if you don't have one? You're in luck because Darice has the perfect supplies for creating a cute and wearable miniature terrarium garden. This DIY necklace features a sturdy glass bottle charm and carefully selected natural elements. It only takes a few minutes to make - no watering needed! Bottle Terrarium … [Read more...] about Miniature Terrarium Garden Necklace {Just in Time for Spring!}
How-to: Glass Fairy Terrarium DIY
Have you seen the fun Fairy Garden and terrarium trend? Cute little gardens perfect for fairies to visit, or to live in. I live in a desert climate, and we don't have a lot of shade in our yard, so it is hard for me to create (and maintain) an outdoor fairy garden... but an indoor glass terrarium DIY is super simple and fun to make! Glass terrarium DIY supplies: Large Glass Jar with Lid … [Read more...] about How-to: Glass Fairy Terrarium DIY
