Monthly Archives: February 2012

BOUQUET BASICS: Create a perfect floral arrangement every time with these easy directions: Choose a single bloom as the focus of your bouquet and hold it in the center of the vase at the desired height (measure from the outside … Continue reading →

Reveal a lampshade’s inner beauty with this idea from Ellen Dyrop and Hanna Kristinsdottir’s new book, Rediscovered Treasures ($15.95; New Holland). To create a pattern, wrap kraft paper around your shade and use a pencil to mark its measurements. Lay … Continue reading →

From Home Made Simple   When it comes to soothing sounds, nothing beats the trickling of a waterfall. For an accent that’s decorative and calming, create your own cascading waterfall that can be used indoors and out. Materials Fountain base … Continue reading →

We found this article by Diane at inmyownstyle on creating your own outdoor candle lanterns. Diane used a variety of thrift store finds and some creativity to create her own unique torches.             You can … Continue reading →

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Danny Seo, author of Upcycling ($18; Running Press), created this rocksteady holder with an 18-inch-long piece of floral craft wire (99 cents for 20; afloral.com). Tightly loop one end of the wire around a stone; then wrap the wire around … Continue reading →

These clever “lamps” can give your table a chic, cheery feel — perfect for a Mom’s Day brunch. Gather wineglasses, scrapbook paper, LED tea lights, scissors, and double-sided tape. Cut out the shades at using our template; tape to secure. … Continue reading →

Bird’s Nest Centerpiece What You’ll Need:• Clay dish from a terra-cotta pot (we used a 12-inch dish) • A long bundle of raffia • Spanish moss • Scraps of ribbon, feathers and small twigs or branches • Two pots of … Continue reading →