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Dorothy Thomas

Green Cove Springs, FL
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  • so pretty! 1
  • using a clean glass jar, apply removable adhesive labels of your choice (i used round labels from the office supply store)
  • turn your jar upside down to prevent paint overspray + apply several light coats
  • once dry, gently remove the labels
  • add a layer of glass floral beads or sand. this protects your surface from heat damage from a long-burning candle
  • i love the playfulness of the dotted design 1
  • but he's even prettier as the sun sets! 1
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Mason Jar Luminary

Looking for a modern design for your space? This luminary is a fresh + modern spin on the Mason jar. Visit the blog at the link below for a more detailed tutorial.
1 Hour Easy
Sarah Krouse
Sarah Krouse Murrayville, GA
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  • Dorothy Thomas
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  • Sometimes the best look for a container...is just a big burst on one solid color.
  • A combination of thrillers, fillers and spillers makes for a most eye appealing look...more in my post about these.

Container Gardens

Container gardens might be the most popular way to enjoy flowers. If you plan for water, soil and lighting conditions....it probably makes for the easiest way to garden also. Having ...»
control over the main functions of a garden...and planting the right combinations together make for the perfect setting. There are some tips and tricks to planting a combination of plants together in my post #outdoorprojects #gardening #mayprojects

Tammy@Deja Vue Designs
Tammy@Deja Vue Designs Amherst, TX
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DIY Home "Fired" Clay Plant Tags

These basic clay plant tags are easier to make than you might think! They are home "fired" (no kiln required!) in your basic kitchen oven and a metal stamping kit is the only specialty ...»
supply you will need! Follow along with these simple steps to learn more!

http://www.craftsunleashed.com/seasonal/clay...

A Nest for All Seasons
A Nest for All Seasons Hummelstown, PA
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  • This is a simple, easy craft for kids and adults.
  • Any used food jars will work. Keep the lids! 1
  • Cover the jar with flat-bottom marbles using silicone sealant as an adhesive.
  • Attach the jar lid to a post or dowel using a wood screw. 1
  • But first hide a wish and tiny toys inside for a surprise later.
  • Check the jars every now and then. You never know when you might find a treasure!
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How To Make Garden Treasure Jars

I started making these treasure jars when my kids were little and they wanted to make some garden art of their own. Because the jars remain functional, you can hide little notes and toys ...»
inside. Use them like little time capsules or part of a treasure hunt. And, of course, the covered jars look like pretty jewels in the garden.

1. Cover any used jar (keep the lid) with flat-bottom marbles (also sold as 'florist stones' or 'glass gems'). I use GE Silicone II sealant (clear, waterproof) as an adhesive.

2. Mount the lid on a post or dowel.

3. Attach the jar.

Notes and tiny treasures can be added at any time.

Full instructions, material list, and sources are listed on my blog here: http://www.empressofdirt.net/gardentreasurej...

Empress of Dirt - Melissa
Empress of Dirt - Melissa Canada
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    Clipped on Apr 23, 2013 to Crafts- mason jars
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  • GARDEN IDEAS
  • Your list includes: pots 12' in diameter or larger, a used dryer sheet, potting soil, compost, slow release fertilizer {optional}, & tomatoes.
  • When selecting your plants, opt for a standard variety tomato. Patio/ container tomato varieties are not known for good flavor or texture!
  • Mix 3/4 potting soil to 1/4 fresh compost {either homemade or purchased at your local nursery} and toss in a handful of slow release fertilizer.
  • Cut a used dryer sheet and place over the drainage hole to prevent soil from being lost.
  • Pinch off the leaves of the plant up to the remaining top cluster. Trust me, it's okay!
  • Now plant the entire stem into your potting soil. The plant will grow roots along the stem, & that is a good thing! Water well & place in an area that gets 6-8 hours of sunlight. 1
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Growing Container Tomatoes in Six Easy Steps

Container grown vegetables are a great alternative if you're limited on space or just looking for a more manageable form of small scale gardening. With a list of six supplies and six ...»
steps of instruction, you will soon have fresh grown vege's straight from your own garden! For more care & maintenance tips, click the link to my complete post.

Sarah Krouse
Sarah Krouse Murrayville, GA
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  • Beautiful Upcycled Washi Tape Vases 3
  • Materials: Washi Tape, Scissors, Jars or Bottles, Water, Flowers 1
  • Wrap Wrap Wrap your tape, gently around the jar!
  • Fill with water and flowers! 1
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Simple Washi Tape Vases using Recycled Jars and Bottles

Teacher's Appreciation week is here! Show your gratitude (albeit last minute) by giving flowers from your yard and an adorable Washi Tape adorned vase. Shhh, I won't tell that it only ...»
took you 5 minutes. And that you raided the recycling bin ;-).

Simply clean the jars. Wrap your tape. Add water and flowers!

5 Minutes 5 Easy
Brittany aka Pretty Handy Girl
Brittany aka Pretty Handy... Raleigh, NC
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  • Before - yawn. Need some color by the piano.
  • Fabric glue is a miracle worker!
  • Run glue along the edge and fold over the fabric to create a hemmed edge.
  • For the corners, cut a triangle or little square off so that the folded edge doesn't bunch up.
  • Another way to fold it over after cutting a square out.
  • Voila! The finished runner!
  • Here's the finished runner. It's a great splash of color.
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New Runner for $3.50 and Thirty Minutes

We needed a pop of color in the area of the dining room with the piano. I found a half-yard piece of fabric at Ikea and used fabric glue to "hem" the edges. Voila! A runner over the top ...»
of the piano. It only took thirty minutes and cost only $3.50! #springdecor

30 Minutes 3.50 Easy
Karen Cooper @ Dogs Don't Eat Pizza
Karen Cooper @ Dogs Don't... Decatur, GA
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  • Love my wreath! It's been hanging right here for months and it's doing great! 1
  • Easy step by step tutorial for making this succulent wreath!

DIY Live Succulent Wreath

I love succulents and this DIY wreath was easy and fun!
All Things Heart and Home
All Things Heart and Home Marietta, GA
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    Clipped on Apr 08, 2013 to Vase Decor
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  • My blog post includes picture heavy step-by-step directions.

http://www.foxhollowcottage.com/2012/10/how-to-make-coffee-filter-wreath-with.html
  • ... also learn how to make simple, fabric flowers. 
Several types are shown :)

http://www.foxhollowcottage.com/2012/10/how-to-make-coffee-filter-wreath-with.html 1
  • Great budget wreath for your own home, as a holiday gift or house warming present.

http://www.foxhollowcottage.com/2012/10/how-to-make-coffee-filter-wreath-with.html 1

How To Make a Wreath from Frugal Friendly Coffee Filters

Get a fluffy, budget conscience wreath with coffee filters {and a little burlap}. Simple, beginner level, DIY craft project. Seriously, this was my first wreath. Ever.
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cot... North Bend, OR
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  • Dollar store vase
  • two dollar store vases painted
  • old bottles painted with Annie Sloan Chalk paint then lightly sanded
  • First coat of paint
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Painted glass bottles & vases

Left over paint and vases from the dollar store was all I need for this project. The vases were painted on the inside with leftover Martha Stewart paint and the bottles on the outside ...»
with Annie Sloan chalk paint. I loved the outcome and will be doing this project again very soon.

Margaret @ Moving Forward
Margaret @ Moving Forward Canada
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