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Salad Dressing Vase

Do you use salad dressing in your house? Save the container, because you can make it into a great little vase. Now that the holidays are over, I am really looking forward to the Spring season. Even though my Christmas decorations are still up, I have visions of warm sunlight streaming into the windows and vases and vases of flowers from the garden and woods. I can almost smell the flowers right now. My favorites are the wild flowers, those volunteer beauties that can be gathered in informal bunches that make their own organic arrangements. I plan on having them … Continue reading →

Textured Vase or Bowl

You will need a glass or heavy plastic vase or bowl, some white glue, and some string for this project. Add some glue to the lower 2” of the container. Beginning wrapping string around the piece tightly, and pushing each layer together with a toothpick. Try to get the string as tight as possible. Don’t worry if some glue seeps through the string (it will). It should dry clear. Allow the first section to dry and then begin the next section, following the directions above. You can use different types or colors of string if you would like to, or … Continue reading →

Mother’s Day Flower and Vase Craft

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Sure, you can give Mom flowers for Mother’s Day, but what about an everlasting bouquet with a homemade vase instead? The kids will enjoy making this craft, and Mom will love it! Flowers You will need: Colored paper Scissors Brad Green pipe cleaner 1. Cut a bunch of petal shapes out of colorful paper. Scrapbook paper works well, as it’s more durable than construction paper, but any colored paper will work. Cut a round center for the flower out of a contrasting color. 2. Stick a brad first through the middle of the flower, then through the base of each … Continue reading →