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Shells
If you enjoy the beach, you’ve probably picked up and brought home seashells before. Are you wondering what to do with them? In this step-by-step plan, we show you how to decorate shells and make them part of your home décor! Bring those beach vibes home by putting the decorated shells in a picture frame or on a tray to display them. You can use them in other DIYs or, if the shells are large enough, you could even use them as little trays to put change or jewellery in. Let’s get started!
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DIY herb garden
Recycling and upcycling are great ways to give old materials a new life. Add this colourful DIY herb garden to your backyard so you always have access to your favourite fresh herbs! In this step-by-step plan, Riek van de Bor (@RiekvandeBor on Instagram) shows you how to create your own herb garden out of an old wooden pallet! To make it durable and suitable for outside use, she painted the crate using Talens Art Creation Indoor & Outdoor paint. She also added some handy labels using Blackboard paint and chalk. Let’s get into it!
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DIY spring decoration
Spring is finally here! Spring is the time for sunshine, flowers and you guessed it: eggs! Feeling crafty for Easter or just spring in general? Try making your own decorations this year! Invite spring into your home with handmade home décor! In this step-by-step plan, we show you how to create your own spring decoration using eggshells, different types of paint and some glue to put them together. Have fun creating your own version of this spring centre piece!
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Happy Stones
Happy Stones are colourfully decorated stones you can hide in nature for others to find. When you find a Happy Stone, you could hide it again for someone else to find, but there are people who take them home and collect them as well. In this step-by-step plan, we will show you three ways to turn ordinary stones into Happy Stones: with paint, Crackle Medium and Decoupage. We used Talens Art Creation Indoor & Outdoor paint for a long-lasting colour and then decorated the stones with various other materials, including Effect Liners and if you’re up for it: glitter! Have fun creating your own Happy Stones and organising a little stone hunt!
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Beware of dog sign
Warn incoming guests for your excited dogs with this colourful sign! In this video, we show you how you can create your own sign using wood from a pallet and Talens Art Creation Indoor & Outdoor paint. Because the paint is so durable, you can place this sign in your front yard without worrying about the paint chipping or fading. We added a rugged effect by sanding the paint slightly. Have fun creating your own design!
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Upcycle old picture frames
Give your old picture frames new life! In this video, we show you how to add a cool vintage effect to some picture frames using Talens Art Creation Vintage Chalk paint! We added a layer of Crackle Medium on top to add some cracks to the paint and increase the vintage vibes. Use your favourite colours and add these lovely frames to your home décor. Have fun trying this at home!
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Cutting board
Looking for a great gift idea or a fun addition to your own kitchen? How about this personalised cutting board? In this video, we show you how you can add a laser-printed image to a wooden cutting board using Talens Art Creation Transfer Medium. You can use any image or pattern you like! If you are using text, make sure to mirror the image before printing. Have fun trying this out!
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Memory board game
Looking for a fun game you can play inside and outside of the house? Why not create your own? In this video, Gitte Klausen from Kreativ Livsstil shows us how she created this memory game using a wooden slab for the board and some stones! She used Talens Art Creation Indoor & Outdoor paint, so this game can be played anywhere without having to worry about the paint!
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Lino stamp
In this step-by-step tutorial we’re showing you all you need to know for creating your own lino art! In our example, we’re cutting out the shape of fish and using a beautiful blue shade of our Lino Colour, but any shape or drawing is possible. Learn your way with the Lino cutter, try out one of the 11 different shades and have fun with it!
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Personalised book cover
Personalise any book, notebook or sketchbook with paper and your own design! In this video, we show you how to design your own paper book cover using stamps and Talens Art Creation Lino Colour. Have fun creating your own covers!
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Lino stamping techniques
Did you know you can use lino printing in more ways than just transferring a stamp to paper? In this video, Gitte Klausen from Kreativlivsstil Magazine shows us some different stamping techniques using Talens Art Creation water colours and lino colour. Have fun experimenting!
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Tic Tac Toe game
Looking for a fun boardgame this summer? How about Tic Tac Toe? In this video, Gitte Klausen from Kreativ Livsstil shows us how to create your own Tic Tac Toe game using a cork coaster, some stones and Talens Art Creation Indoor & Outdoor paint. Due to the durable paint, this game can be used both inside and outside, so it is great to play in the garden or take with you on a picknick! Have fun creating your own game!
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Create a 3D house
In this video, we show you how you can create your own little house using Talens Art Creation canvasses, Beton Paste and Indoor & Outdoor paint and some cardboard. We used a stencil to create a brick texture and added various colours to make the design come to life. Be as creative as you want with the design and have fun trying this craft at home!
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Japanese-inspired lino print
The making of this lino print was inspired by ukiyo-e portraits, a Japanese style of woodblock prints from the Edo period. Ukiyo-e are colourful prints made by carefully carving designs out of plaques of wood and then using different colours of ink to print them on paper. In this step-by-step plan, we will work with linoleum instead of wood, as linoleum is much softer and easier to work with. To transfer the design to the final paper, we used Talens Blockprint paint. This water-based paint was especially formulated to use for lino prints. Its high viscosity makes sure the edge does not slip when you press it onto the paper and its slow drying time allows you to make multiple prints with one coat of paint.
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3D design on a lantern
Add an extra dimension to your home décor items with some 3D pearls! In this video we show you how to add an elegant touch to a lantern with Talens Art Creation Effect Liners. We used the Effect Liner in the colour Pearl White to add a personal touch. Alternate sizes and colours to create a more dynamic effect. Have fun trying this technique at home!
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Flower design on wooden panel
Add a vintage touch to your home décor with this beautiful flower design on wood! In this video we show you how you can create this look using Talens Art Creation Vintage Chalk paint and a stencil. The Vintage Chalk paint works on various surfaces, including wood! We used a sponge and a stencil to create this flower design, but you can of course use a brush to freehand your own design as well. Have fun designing a personalised item to add to your home décor!
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Industrial pumpkin
Do you like autumn, but not a fan of the standard fall colours like oranges, yellows and reds? With this industrial looking pumpkin, you can still invite fall into your home without clashing with your modern home décor! In this video we show you how to use Talens Art Creation Beton Paste to create this rough, industrial pumpkin with concrete look! Have fun trying this at home!
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Vintage tray
Vintage Chalk is a trendy chalk paint with a matt finish, highly suitable for wooden grounds and intended for interior use. The paint is very opaque and ideal for giving interiors a vintage look. Upcycle old furniture and (home) accessories and give them a second life. The paint should be applied with a soft brush or smooth roller. Once dry you can create an old look by sanding lightly. Or you can use Crackle Medium for a craquelé effect (cracks) in the paint layer.
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Vintage glass
Use this glass with vintage look for tealights, plants or to hold your paint brushes or pens! In this video we show you how to apply Talens Art Creation Vintage Chalk paint to a clear glass to create a cloudy, vintage look. Once dry, this glass should be used for decorative purposes only, not for drinking! We used a sponge to create that cloudy, even coverage, but you can use a brush for a streakier look or paint on a design as well! Have fun with it!
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Flowerpots
Spruce up your garden, balcony or kitchen table with these hand-painted flowerpots! These lovely pots were painted with Talens Art Creation Indoor & Outdoor paint, so they can be used inside as well as outside of your home. Add a pop of colour to your interior design or match them with your existing décor for a stylish monochrome look. These colourful flowerpots would also make great gifts! Have fun creating your own!
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Seashells
Ever wondered what to do with those seashells and rocks you took home from your last vacation? Make them into interesting décor pieces with Talens Art Creation Effect Liners! In the video below, we used the liners in neon colours, but you can use any colour you like! These liners can be used on various materials and provide a fun 3D effect. What will you decorate next?
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Upcycle your shoes with Decoupage
Upgrade your boring pair of shoes by adding a lovely pattern to them! In this video we show you how you can use Talens Art Creation Decoupage and some patterned napkins to upcycle and redesign your shoes. Make them your new statement piece!
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Message board
Add a message board to your home to help you remember appointments, create a weekly menu, or leave notes to your family. In this video, we show you how to create your own message board using Talens Art Creation metallic paint and Beton Paste on a cork background. The Beton Paste gives your message board an industrial concrete look, while the metallic paint adds a fun accent. Use tape to make clean lines, or freehand it to create your own unique design. You do not have to use cork; you can also use wood or another sturdy surface to serve as your message board. Have fun and be creative!
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Decorating birdhouses
Give your bird buddies a more stylish hangout and spruce up your garden at the same time! In this video we show you how you can design your own birdhouse using Talens Art Creation Indoor & Outdoor paint. As its name suggests, this paint can be used both inside and outside of your home, which makes it perfect for birdhouses, flowerpots and other things you might want to add to your garden or balcony. Add your favourite colours, some fun designs and patterns to your birdhouse to make your garden a colourful haven for birds! Have fun and be creative!
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Blackboard
Create your own wooden blackboard using Talens Art Creation Blackboard paint! Use this personalised blackboard to write to do lists, weekly menus, appointments, messages to your family, anything you want! We used wood for a rustic look, but you can use any other porous material, like stone for instance, to create your own design. Blackboard paint is easy to use and once it dries, it makes a very durable blackboard to write on with chalk! With 8 different colours, you can customise your blackboard even more! Great for a personal, hand-made gift or as a décor piece in your own home.
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Picture frame
Personalised picture frames add a special touch to any photo or image! In this video we show you how you can use a patterned napkin and Talens Art Creation Decoupage to add a lovely design to an old picture frame. These custom picture frames are great as gifts or to add to your own home décor. Match them to a photo, image or quote to create a whole new look! Have fun designing these personalised picture frames yourself!
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Lampshade
Looking for a new lampshade? Why not design it yourself? In this video we show you how to create your own unique design on a white lampshade using some patterned napkins and Talens Art Creation Decoupage. Have fun revamping your home décor!
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Candle holder
Need some extra cosiness in your home? This tealight holder has an industrial look on the outside and a chic metallic finish on the inside. In this video we show you how to design a cosy tealight holder using Talens Art Creation Beton Paste and Metallic paint. The copper metallic paint gives off a lovely warm glow when you drop a tealight into the holder. You can use the Beton Paste with either a palette knife or a brush, depending on how rough of a finish you prefer. Have fun designing your very own home décor!
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Feathers
In this video we show you how you can use Talens Art Creation Metallic paint and Effect Liners to add beautiful accents to decorative objects like these feathers. Put them in a frame and add an eye-catching item to your home décor!
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3D journal cover
Journals or sketchbooks are the perfect blank canvas to express yourself on. In this video we show you how you can apply Talens Art Creation Effect Liner to add a wonderful 3D design to any cover. Have fun and be creative with it!
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Lino Colour
In this video, we show you how to use Talens Art Creation Lino Colour on your lino carvings! Use a set of carving tools to carve out your stamp and use Lino Colour to print it onto paper. Available in 11 bold colours, this paint was made especially formulated to make your lino print bright and colourful! Try it out yourself!
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Upcycle a tray
Add a vintage look to your home décor with this upcycled tray! Upcycling old items with a fresh coat of paint is a great way to reduce waste and add some colour to your home, but what if you aren’t into that freshly painted look? In this video we show you how you can use Talens Art Creation Vintage Chalk paint and Crackle Medium to add a fun, vintage vibe to your home décor items. Apply the Vintage Chalk paint with a soft brush or paint roller, add the crackle medium, then add a contrasting colour on top and watch the magic happen! Have fun trying this out at home!
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Papier-mâché letters
Add a little shine to your home décor with these pretty letters! In this video we show you how we decorated these letters made of papier-mâché using Talens Art Creation Effect Liners and Metallic paint. The Effect Liners can be used under a coat of paint for a 3D effect. Create perfect pearls or lines under a layer of shiny Metallic paint to add extra dimension to your craft! Have fun trying this out at home!
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Wooden stick decorations
Create your own industrial-looking, modern home décor with sticks you can find outside! In this video, we show you how to transform simple sticks and other pieces of wood into decorations using Talens Art Creation Vintage Chalk paint for that rough vintage look. Put your beautifully painted sticks in a glass jar or vase for a cool table arrangement! Have fun trying this at home!
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Ibiza beach bag
Transform a plain beach bag into a summery Ibiza bag! In this video, we show you how you can use Talens Art Creation Indoor & Outdoor and Metallic paints to create your own personalised beach bag. The paint is long lasting so you can use this bag over and over again. We added metallic accents for even more variation. Use your favourite colours to make this bag a staple for any summer outfit!
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Brush home décor
Invite autumn into your home with this hand-made, modern home décor piece! In this video, we will show you how to transform an everyday item, like a brush, into a lovely piece of home décor using leaves, some small decorations, and Talens Art Creation Metallic and Blackboard paints. We added a vintage effect by using a crackle medium on top of the paint. Have fun creating your own artwork! You can hang it on the wall as it is or put it in a picture frame for that statement piece effect.
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Egg decorations
Create your own unique spring or Easter home décor out of wooden decorative eggs! In this video, we show you how you can decorate your eggs using Talens Art Creation Vintage Chalk and Metallic paints. We used a sponge stick for even application and added some 3D designs using Effect Liners. Use colours to match with your home décor or make a statement piece with bold and bright colours! Have fun trying this at home!
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Halloween pumpkins
Time to get into fall-mode! Invite autumn into your home décor with these cute Halloween pumpkins. In this video, we show you how you can create your own Halloween decorations out of pumpkins using Talens Art Creation Indoor & Outdoor and Effect Liners. Because of the durable Indoor &Y Outdoor paint, these decorative pumpkins can be placed both inside and outside of the house. Have fun trying this at home!
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Leaves on glass jars
Time for some fall cosiness! Take some colourful leaves you can find outside and put them to use for these cute autumn inspired jars! In this video, we show you how you can use Talens Art Creation Decoupage to decorate glass jars. The Decoupage acts as a glue and also flattens and preserves the leaves! Use the jars as tealight holders to create a cosy atmosphere in your home. Have fun creating your own home décor!
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Mixed media on canvas
Create your own masterpiece with stencils and paint! In this video, we show you some fun techniques to create a mixed media artwork using a canvas, stencils and Talens Art Creation Indoor & Outdoor paint. For the final touches, we used Effect Liners to create a 3D effect! Have fun experimenting with colours, patterns and textures!
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Mixed media on wood
Create your own eye-catching piece of art! In this video, we show you how you can create a home décor piece using wood, rice paper and Talens Art Creation Decoupage, Textile Silk and Vintage Chalk paint. We also added some 3D lines using the Effect Liners! Have fun experimenting with different materials, colours and textures!
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Father's Day sketchbook
Surprise your father this year with this handmade sketchbook cover! In this video, we show you how to create this rough, industrial sketchbook cover using Talens Art Creation Beton Paste and Transfer Medium. We used a laser-printed image of a Father’s Day wish to transfer onto the cover. Be sure to mirror the image if it involves text! Have fun creating a lovely homemade gift for your dad, we’re sure he’ll love it!
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Advent calender
Make your own advent calendar and surprise your family with lovely gifts. You can of course also make another decorative garland using the same techniques. The possibilities are endless.
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Reusable party flags
Are you tired of having to buy new party decorations every time because they break so easily? Why not make your own durable and most importantly, reusable garlands? In this video, we show you how to create these fun customisable party flags using Talens Art Creation Blackboard paint on wood. Use these cute flags for different occasions by writing different messages on them with chalk! Because we used Blackboard paint, you can easily erase the message and write a new one the next time you have a party!
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Chalk clipboard
Enough of all the yellow post-its and messy grocery lists on the fridge? Our Blackboard paint gives you a fun and sustainable alternative for being organised! Two days after using Blackboard, the paint will create a strong and water resistant surface so you can use the clipboard as many times as you’d like. Because of the way the paint flows, it’s very easy to create a smooth service to write on. And if you don’t like the black surface, don’t worry! We have 8 different fun colours from Bold Pink to Turquoise blue for you to try out.
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Metallic bowls
Give your old bowls a new look with this step-by-step tutorial! The Beton paste that is used as a base gives a rough concrete look to the surface. In combination with the Metallic paint that is added on top, you can create a whole new bowl that fits your modern interior. The Metallic paint comes in 12 different tints, so find you what looks good in your living room and try it out!
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Decoupage letters
Our Decoupage is a DIY must have: it’s a 2-in-1 that works as paint as well as glue. It enables you to make collages or decorations with different materials you have lying around your house like napkins, magazines and newspapers. It also can be used on a variety of grounds: wood, cardboard, clay and more! In this step-by-step tutorial, we’ll be creating decoupage letters! To give the letter an even better look, it’s painted with our Metallic paint. The Metallic paint has a quick drying time (10 minutes!) and becomes water resistant. This allows you to easily continue with the Decoupage without having to wait for too long. You can hang these personalised letters on the wall or on your bedroom door.
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3D decorated notebook
Get creative in 3D! With our Effect liners, you can create three dimensional lines, dots and pearls on almost every surface. In this step-by-step plan we’re showing you how to use them to personalise your own notebook. Want to add more to your covers? We’ve added some Metallic paint to ours with a sponge stick for a cool effect. The Metallic paint has a drying time of only 10 minutes, so it’s the perfect paint to work with when you’re using multiple products.
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Painted stone
Our Indoor & Outdoor paint can be used on almost every surface, including stones! This universal paint had a very good coverage and can be used for both inside and outside projects. This tutorial shows you fun ways to decorate stone materials. With trying this project, you can upgrade your garden or just enjoy being creative with our 40 different colours. Want to do something different? Join the Happy Stone initiative! The idea is to decorate stones in a fun and beautiful way and leave them for other people to find. When you come across a happy stone, you can admire and leave it or take it and give it a new place. The goal is to let the stones travel to different places to make new people happy.
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Decorative wooden board
Do you have an old cutting board that you don’t use? Or maybe a wooden tray? You can upcycle them into beautiful home décor with our Transfer Medium! You can place a beautiful print like ours, a quote, or anything else that you can print onto the wooden surface to give it a whole new look. Try it out with this step-by-step tutorial!
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Cork coaster
Enough of all the yellow post-its and messy grocery lists on the fridge? Our Blackboard paint gives you a fun and sustainable alternative for being organized! Two days after using Blackboard, the paint will create a strong and water resistant surface so you can use the clipboard as many times as you’d like. Because of the way the paint flows, it’s very easy to create a smooth service to write on. And if you don’t like the black surface, don’t worry! We have 8 different fun colours from Bold Pink to Turquoise blue for you to try out.
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Wild flower vases
Fresh flowers can really add some beauty to your space, but don’t underestimate the power of vases either! A vase with a little colour or print always adds a pop of colour and fun to any part of your home. And they’re really easy to make! Just look for some old jars or save your empty jam or peanut butter jars. You can colour them to fit perfectly with your home décor and bring a whole room to life. Try it out with this step-by-step plan!
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DIY Melon Tray
One of the best ways to spend a sunny afternoon? With a picnic of course! A picnic needs two important things: yummy snacks and drinks, and a cute look. In this easy and fun DIY, we’re showing you how to turn a plain tree disk into this fun and functional melon tray!
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Decorate porcelain or glass coasters
Coasters can be as cute as they are useful! They keep your table clean while also serving as eye-catching and colorful decoration pieces. So if you want to impress your next dinner guests by having a beautifully dressed up table with delicious food, follow this tutorial!
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Transform flowerpots into an outdoor candle
With this DIY, you can make those cozy summer nights out in your garden even better! If you have some old flowerpots that aren’t being used, you can spend a fun afternoon in the sun transforming them into these beautiful outdoor candles. Then when the sun starts setting, light them and enjoy what you’ve crafted.
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Upcycle old coasters (fruit edition)
Want to dress up your picnics and dinner parties this summer? In this step-by-step plan, we’re showing you how to make these cute and colorful fruity coasters! Lemons, kiwis, apples… the ideas are endless. Pick your own favorite fruits and get creative!
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Create your own herb garden from a pallet
There is nothing like cooking with fresh herbs. And to make it even better: it’s cheap! In this step-by-step plan, we’re showing you how to make your own little herb garden, full of delicious and great smelling plants like basil and lemon thyme.
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Thrift store finds - Kintsugi style
There is beauty in imperfection. Kintsugi carries this philosophy too. Repairing broken ceramics with gold or silver lacquer or liners shows us that traces of breakage can contribute to the beauty of an object. You can show the beauty of breakage too, by following this step-by-step plan!
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