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Decorating with Natural Elements
Once limited to flower arrangements and random shell collections, now bits of nature (and nature-inspired objects) rule the roost. See how to get this trendy, organic look in your home.
"… past also makes a great addition to your natural collection. Found objects , driftwood, sand dollars, new purchases in sea-inspired … on a book stand to elevate it to home accessory. Natural ephemera is a natural partner for architectural salvage and antique …"
Articles
Renee Villalobos-Campa unleashed her creativity on a few odds and ends, piecing them together in one-of-a-kind title that brings a distinctive look to her page. TIP The next time you run across a broken item that has a cool shape or texture, resist the urge to toss it. Instead, work it into a
A run-down farmhouse gets a family-friendly, eclectic makeover with color, artwork, and found objects .
Found items take on new life in this mosaic pot.
… album , a family memory album , and a family baby-photo album . I Spy Put found objects to work in your scrapbooks. Discover more creative ways to use found objects on scrapbook layouts. columns Responses and scraplifts from readers. Tell us …
… thinking. Tools and Materials Three embossed metal frames Acrylic paint Foam brush Sandpaper Wooden rulers, pencils, or other found objects you can drill through Rotary tool with mini drill bit or heavy-duty punch 20-gauge wire Round-nose pliers Needle …
… in vignettes around the house. “It’s my organized chaos,” she says. “I feel the need to put everything in its place.” Photo: Found objects are stacked thoughtfully on a side table by the dining room window.
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DIY Creative Kitchen Backsplashes
… for broken plate) mosaic technique, this free-form backsplash combines a grab bag of tiles, pottery, flowerpots, and found objects into a work of art on the wall above the sink. To do something similar, collect crockery, tiles, and pottery. Leave …
… pieces. Display dominoes, dice, and game tiles inside glass canisters on the mantel. Turn an unlikely combination of found objects into a conversation-provoking coffee table and storage unit. Attach four bowling pins to a vintage suitcase using long …
House Tours: Decorate with Vintage Finds
… space in the small living room and act as display ledges for the thoughtfully edited arrangement of figurines, artwork, and found objects . Vintage pieces are a unique addition to any room and are usually very reasonably priced, but reproductions can work just …
Tips for Designing the Perfect Garden
… golden carpet of Irish moss. Both are accented nicely by red sedum. Give your garden a one-of-a-kind look by using found objects . The gardener found a run-over steel fencepost on the side of the road. A simple coat of paint transformed it into an …
A Gallery of Garden Shed Ideas
… Tudor references. A bench adds intimacy to the front porch. A playful profusion of flowers, whimsical sculptures, and found objects set the tone for a practical but lighthearted approach to gardening. An ample storage shed with a sun-drenched potting …
House Tours: A Modern Beach House
… more authentic, the family gathered shells into basket-like pottery that graces the side table. Get the Look: Simple found objects can be dressed up by placing them in a beautiful piece of collectable pottery. A dainty starfish and smooth surf rocks sit …
