DIY and crafts is a great way to add my own style to our house. And to make wreaths and accessories work for our French Country style home. My favorite is making something old and new again with paint. Whether a piece of furniture or accessories so the look matches our French decor. Crafting seasonal wreaths is fun and I may make a new wreath to add to our house for every new season. Making a wreath that works for two seasons is the best way to keep my creativity budget-friendly.
Here at Cloches & Lavender, I love making new pieces look old. I enjoy adding character with a paint brush to furniture, books, or other DIY projects. So, of course, a new pot needs the same desired look, right? In this blog post, join me for the fun and easy process to give clay pots…
Bring spring cheer to any empty space for early spring with a faux spring flower bulb planter! This DIY Spring planter adds a touch of garden-inspired whimsy while being low maintenance! I will share how to wrap foam balls with brown paper lunch bags or brown parchment paper. Add faux flower stems in different heights and secure them with Mod Podge and Spanish moss with a bit of glue for a natural look of spring bulbs. With just…
Cindy’s Salt Dough Baking Tip: Check your salt dough when it’s getting close to the last 30 minutes to make sure the ends of the dough remain flat. Every oven is different, so this is a great way to be sure your dough is perfect for your salt dough wreath. If you are making beautiful…
Cindy’s Pumpkin Salt Dough Tip: If you want to add food coloring or essential oils to your salt dough add it to the cup of water and stir. If you want to add glitter directly to your salt dough, the only thing is your dough will become stickier. You may need to add a bit…
Are you planning fall celebrations? How about an easy craft I’m sharing to create a fall napkin ring? The best part? With a little time and skill level, these will be the perfect finishing touch to any autumn table. Today I’m sharing fall napkin rings DIY in minutes for your holiday table. The best part?…
Are you looking to add a touch of autumn magic and a fun fall craft to the table setting? Let’s get our creative side going and make this easy craft in moments! These lovely napkins are a great way to add rustic charm to any fall season table setting. Whether you’re hosting a cozy night for two or want to elevate…