Using natural elements to decorate your home is a cost-effective way to give your home personality, while also enforcing a sense of Zen and connection with the outdoors. That said, nature-centric DIY projects are a dime a dozen on the internet, so we’ve honed down the options a little bit to include projects that are suited for the summer season upon us.
River Stones Hot Pad
What you’ll need:
- Cork hot pad
- Hot glue sticks/hot glue gun
- River stones and pebbles
- Toothpick
Photo Source: ehpril.com
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Frozen Sand Bowl
What you’ll need:
- Sand
- White glue
- Bowl
- Plastic/Saran wrap
- Mixing bowl and spoon
Photo Source: serendipitous-discovery.blogspot.ca
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Tree Branch Jewelry Organizer
What you’ll need:
- Fallen tree branch
- Gorilla glue
- Painters tape
- Saw
- Pliers or pruners
- Drill and drill bits
- Wood screws
- Baby/disinfectant wipes
- Clothes pins
- Clamp
- Bowl for base
Photo Source: prettyhandygirl.com
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Tree Branch Chandelier
What you’ll need:
- Fallen tree branch
- Lamp cord
- Small candelabra sockets
- 1/4 IP nipple
- Light canopy
- Drill
Because tree branches are as versatile as they are bountiful.
Photo Source: apartmenttherapy.com
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Bamboo Candles
What you’ll need:
- Bamboo canes (4 to 6 inches in diameter)
- Saw
- Wax
- Double boiler
- Large wick with metal tab
Photo Source: marthastewart.com
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