By Brookelynn Morris The first time I saw a kokedama string garden was right here, on Craftzine. Being a bonsai and ikebana enthusiast, I was captivated by yet another amazingly beautiful Japanese gardening method. I’ve hung my kokedama outdoors, where it sways a bit in the breeze, and I couldn’t love it more. The steps […]
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Try a fun variation on a traditional bouquet with this balloon tulip flower tutorial from Nicole at Tikkido! [Via Craft Gossip] More: Ice Cream Cone Balloons How-To: Fruit Balloons How-To: Rainbow Balloon Banner
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Turn your garden into a go-to source for fresh floral accessories with this fresh flower pin tutorial that Portland, Oregon florist Anna Mara shared on Design Sponge! I love the idea of taking a big, fresh bloom and using it as an accessory, especially on a bag or clutch. This project would be perfect for […]
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If you’re still holding on to the notion that fake flowers can’t be beautiful in home decor, then you clearly haven’t seen this gorgeous tulip wreath tutorial from Melissa at The Polkadot Chair! Her color choices and flower arranging skills bring a huge burst of springtime color to her front door, and I love the […]
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I’ve seen a million different tutorials for making fabric flowers, but these fabric peony flowers from Ez at Creature Comforts are really fantastic. Head over to her site to learn her trick for making those perfectly realistic petals! More: How-To: Fabric And Wire Flowers @Craftzine.com blog How-To: Fabric Daffodils @Craftzine.com blog Coffee Filter Roses @Craftzine.com […]
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Painting is a craft skill that falls squarely on my to-improve list. As much as I want to add painting to my crafting arsenal, I’m often too impatient to get the results I want. Thankfully, Colleen from Mural Maker and More shared this dipdot flower painting tutorial, which shows you how to make realistic-looking painted […]
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