Useful Plants & Botanical Projects
Scented Pelargoniums: Presenting a Fragrance Pr...
Plan a scented pelargonium project from plant to finished display: choose a presentation, dry leaves properly, and select pots, fabric and tools that genuinely improve the result.
Scented Pelargoniums: Presenting a Fragrance Pr...
Plan a scented pelargonium project from plant to finished display: choose a presentation, dry leaves properly, and select pots, fabric and tools that genuinely improve the result.
Yucca Leaf Fiber: A Practical Guide to Making C...
Learn how yucca leaves yield strong fiber for cordage, brushes and coiled craft projects. Covers harvesting, retting, dry scraping, three-ply twisting and storage.
Yucca Leaf Fiber: A Practical Guide to Making C...
Learn how yucca leaves yield strong fiber for cordage, brushes and coiled craft projects. Covers harvesting, retting, dry scraping, three-ply twisting and storage.
Lavandin Color, Fragrance and Function: Plannin...
Grow lavandin for dense color and strong fragrance, then harvest it for dried projects. Understand how fresh color, dried color and scent differ, and choose materials that help.
Lavandin Color, Fragrance and Function: Plannin...
Grow lavandin for dense color and strong fragrance, then harvest it for dried projects. Understand how fresh color, dried color and scent differ, and choose materials that help.
Lemon Peels and Pressed-Flower Bookmarks: Match...
Learn how lemon peel, petals, thin leaves and absorbent paper each support a pressed-flower bookmark, with drying, pressing and material choices for a flat, durable result.
Lemon Peels and Pressed-Flower Bookmarks: Match...
Learn how lemon peel, petals, thin leaves and absorbent paper each support a pressed-flower bookmark, with drying, pressing and material choices for a flat, durable result.
Pomegranate Rinds: What the Name Promises and W...
Grow a fruiting pomegranate in a pot, harvest the rind, dry it, and use it in traditional dye projects. Practical guidance on expectations, containers, and useful materials.
Pomegranate Rinds: What the Name Promises and W...
Grow a fruiting pomegranate in a pot, harvest the rind, dry it, and use it in traditional dye projects. Practical guidance on expectations, containers, and useful materials.
Grow Ornamental Gourds for a Seasonal Project W...
A practical guide to growing ornamental gourds with a plan for support, curing and drying, plus the few tools that turn hard-shell harvests into durable containers and decorations.
Grow Ornamental Gourds for a Seasonal Project W...
A practical guide to growing ornamental gourds with a plan for support, curing and drying, plus the few tools that turn hard-shell harvests into durable containers and decorations.