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Strawberry Terra Cotta Pots

Strawberry Terra Cotta Pots

These cute strawberry-inspired pots are simple to make with just a little bit of paint. Fill them with strawberry plants, […]

Painted Rock Garden Markers

Painted Rock Garden Markers

Rocks and outdoor paint is all you will need to create these colorful garden markers that withstand the elements. They […]

Ladybug Painted Rocks

Paint rocks to turn them into the cutest ladybugs you’ve ever seen! The tutorial includes instructions for weatherproofing your ladybugs […]

Duct Tape Twirling Bee

Make a whimsical twirling bee using duct tape ‘fabric.’ Learn how easy it is to make your own twirling bee […]

Fairy Garden Mason Jar Terrarium

This adorable craft combines a fairy garden, a mason jar, and a terrarium. The tutorial includes easy instructions for making […]

Birdseed Ornaments

The birds will thank you for this fun and easy spring craft!

Terra Cotta Wind Chimes

Turn terra cotta pots into fabulous wind chimes for the garden. The strings of beads look like flowing water!

Seed Packet Decoupage Clay Pots

Recycle your seed packet packages and use them to create beautiful little pots.  These are so easy to make and […]

Plastic Spoon Garden Markers

Plastic Spoon Garden Markers

Make beautiful garden markers from ordinary plastic spoons! A pretty way to dress up your garden.

Recycled Plastic Bottle Wind Spinner

Recycled Plastic Bottle Wind Spinner

Make a classic wind spinner using a recycled plastic bottle and Duck Tape! A great garden craft to keep the […]

Denim & Fabric Scrap Pots

Denim & Fabric Scrap Pots

Use decoupage medium to apply small bits of fabric to these adorable denim ringed pots. Great for Mother’s Day or […]

Make Plantable Seed Paper

Plantable Seed Paper

Make your own paper embedded with seeds, which can be planted right in the ground to grow beautiful flowers or […]

Xylophone Windchime

  Turn a child’s xylophone into an awesome windchime. Bright colors and beautiful tones make this a nice gift for […]

Succulent Pumpkin

Create your own beautiful and natural succulent pumpkin decor for fall. It’s an elegant decoration and makes a wonderful gift. 

Bottle Cap Bugs

Bottle Cap Bugs

Dig through the recycling bin to make your own bottle cap bugs! These cute critters, made from recycled household items, […]

Easy Garden Cupcakes

Easy Garden Cupcakes

Here’s a tutorial for a seriously simple and adorable spring/garden cupcake. It features vintage seed packet cupcake toppers and delicious […]

Paper Cup Terrarium

Paper Cup Terrarium

Make mini terrariums using paper and plastic cups. This project is a fun and pretty way to grow plants from […]

Plantable Paper for Earth Day

Plantable Paper for Earth Day

Celebrate Earth Day by making homemade paper with flower seeds embedded in it. It’s a great project where the whole […]

Edible Rose Topiary Trees

Fill a clay pot with a cake pop and top with another, then you’ve got yourself a rose topiary tree! These beautiful […]

Ravenous Rabbit Cupcake

Ravenous Rabbit Cupcakes

Fun for spring and Easter parties, these hungry bunnies will make adorable table decorations. Who could resist smiling at the […]

Carrot Patch Easter Treat

Carrot Patch Easter Treat

It doesn’t take a green thumb to grow this adorable carrot patch! It’s a fun addition to any Easter egg […]

Origami Tulips

Origami Tulips

Make a beautiful garden scene with some simple origami paper tulips. With only a few folds, this is a great […]

How to Make Bowling Ball Ladybugs

Bowling Ball Ladybugs

Turn old bowling balls into bright ladybugs for the backyard. Make one, or craft an entire ladybug family using retired […]

Clay Pot Toadstools

Create whimsical clay pot toadstools to decorate the garden. They add such a fun touch to the yard and are […]

Rock Mushrooms

Rock Mushrooms

Paint rocks to make these adorable mushrooms! It’s such a fun way to dress up houseplants or to put into […]

Terrarium Jar

Terrarium Jar

Grow your own mini garden in a jar! Kids will learn how to plant and take care of a garden […]

Fruit Cup Flowers

Fruit Cup Flowers

Repurpose those empty plastic fruit cups and egg cartons to plant a rainbow of beautiful flowers. What a great way […]

Beaded Garden Sparkler

The colorful beads of this garden sparkler dance with the sun. It sparkles and shines, and is the perfect adornment […]

Wheelbarrow Fairy Garden

Building a fairy garden in an old wheelbarrow is simple and so much fun! You can transport this miniature magical […]

Eggshell Family

Turn eggshells into planters representing the whole family. What a great project to do together in the spring or any […]

Rainbow Button Wind Chime

Turn a rainbow of colorful buttons and recycled lids into this beautiful wind chime. It’s perfect for the garden, the […]

Carrot Cupcakes

Carrot Cupcakes

These adorable carrot cupcakes are easy to make, tasty to eat, and are a fun addition to your Easter table. […]

Grass Caterpillar

Grow a fuzzy grass caterpillar in your garden! This is a wonderful project to introduce kids to the joys of […]

“If Friends Were Flowers” Plantable Valentines

“If Friends Were Flowers” Plantable Valentines

These cute homemade valentines contain “magical” powers – plant them and they turn into real flowers! Who wouldn’t want to […]

Drip Paint Pots

Use your favorite colors to create a one-of-a-kind clay pot. Add a plant and it makes a wonderful gift.

Strawberry Rocks

Paint cute rocks to look like strawberries. Then place them around the garden and enjoy!

Little Grass House

Little Grass House

Using sponges and grass seed, grow a cool grass hut with very little work. It’s the perfect way to introduce […]

Mini Flower Pots

These cute mini flower pots are so easy to make. With just a few simple materials, these peat pot planters […]

Herb Garden Cupcakes

Herb Garden Cupcakes

This is one herb garden you’ll want to eat all the way down to the “dirt”! These adorable cupcakes are […]

Sugar Cookie Garden Stone

Frost a large sugar cookie with cookies ‘n cream frosting then decorate it to look like a garden stone for […]

Plastic Bottle Planter

Turn a plastic bottle into a cool hanging garden. It’s very inexpensive way and you can hang your completed garden […]

A Cup of Spring

A Cup of Spring

Are the kids getting antsy waiting for the warm weather to arrive? Keep them busy with this project that brings […]

Peekaboo Garden

Peekaboo Garden

This interactive peekaboo garden is fun to make and is a great opportunity for learning, too. Tie it in with […]

Egg Carton Bouquet

Turn empty egg cartons into this gorgeous flower bouquet! This is a fun project that is easy enough for kids […]

Sunflower Cupcakes

Lemon Sunflower Cupcakes

These cheerful cupcakes are sure to brighten anyone’s day. Make these for a special birthday, a garden party, Mother’s Day, […]

Gnome Gardening

Create a new summer traditions with Gnome Gardens. Kids will look forward to making them every year and it gives […]

Garden Bugs

Garden Bugs

These bright-eyed little bugs are an adorable way to mark veggies in the garden. This is a simple project that’s […]

Thing 1 and Thing 2 Recycled Planters

Turn empty milk cartons into awesome planters inspired by Dr. Seuss’ Thing 1 and Thing 2. This craft is fun […]

terrarium with toys

Toyrarium

What’s a toyrarium? It’s a terrarium with toys! Kids will love putting together these fun indoor gardens.

Aged Terracotta Pots

Create the look of distressed, white-washed terracotta pots, then use them to plant your favorite flowers or vegetables. These aged […]

Grow Garden Sign

Create a darling sign for a potting bench or other garden location. You can use the same simple technique for […]

garden themed gift

Mother’s Day Garden Gift Basket

Make this flower garden themed gift basket for Mother’s Day or Teacher Appreciation Week. The supplies are all things you […]

Eggshell Mini Garden

An eggshell mini garden is a great project that kids can do to welcome spring and celebrate Easter. The tutorial […]

Beehive Pinata

Pinatas make parties so much fun! This gorgeous beehive pinata is not too difficult and is perfect for a garden-themed […]

Easy Spring Garden Cupcake Toppers

These adorable garden marker seed packet cupcake toppers look so realistic in a cookie-covered cupcake. Make these tasty cupcakes for […]

Ladybug Hotel

Create a ladybug hotel for your garden. It’s made with 100% sustainable and organic materials and looks really cute, too!

Golf Ball Ladybugs

Decorate the garden with these whimsical golf ball ladybugs. They’re lots of fun to make!

Garden Gnome Craft Sticks

Turn craft sticks into adorable little garden gnomes. Use them in planters, pots, or in the ground.

Decorative Garden Stakes

Add a little pizzazz to your front lawn with these gorgeous Decorative Garden Stakes. They’re easy to make and simple […]

Clay Pot Lighthouse

Use old clay pots to make this charming lighthouse! It’s so easy to do.

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