The dried flowers and other plants you use in your crafting projects and in decorating are delicate and should be stored and cared for properly. When taken care of correctly, you will be able to retain the color, shape and delicacy of your dried plants. Dried plants need to be protected from moisture. If they ...
Do your friends and family enjoy buying and burning incense? If so, you may want to contemplate making a batch of homemade incense tablets to give to each of them this holiday season. In my experience, homemade incense tablets are relatively easy to make. With that said, here’s a quick rundown on how to get ...
Pressed flowers can be beautiful for crafts and home decor. Pressing the flowers and drying them is very easy to do. Choose flowers that are flat, as well as leaves, or even pretty weeds. To press and dry the flowers, I simply use a book, with a heavy brick on top. I lay tissue paper ...
Are you looking for unique Victorian craft ideas? In Victorian times every family member had their own calling card which was given to friends and neighbors when the family visited another home. These cards were considered de rigeur for the sophisticated lady or gentlemen when making a social call. Calling cards were also created to ...
There are many ways to display dried flowers. From pressing and framing to displaying in pretty vases, they can be used to add color and beauty to the home. Blooms such as statice, strawflowers, and baby’s breath displayed in bottles of oil are strikingly beautiful and highly unique. Try this easy way to make decorative ...