We’re oh-so-close to warm weather and budding trees up here in New England, but we’re just not quite there yet. So why not bring the outdoors in while we’re waiting? Here are ten of our favorite ways to use pieces of nature inside to get us into the springtime mood. Â Â
1. Create a hanging vase garland to display flowers using clear bottles and wire. Get the tutorial here. [Photo: Garden Matter]
2. If you love to be near the ocean or lake, create one of these pretty driftwood and rock mobiles for your home. Find out how here. [Photo: Sustain My Craft Habit]
3. Once you’re finished planting grass seed outdoors, plant some inside too! Find out how to make this fun Easter grass gift here. [Photo: Pleasure In Simple Things]
4. Consider using fresh flowers for your next wreath! Check out this how-to here. [Photo: Threads and Blooms]
5. Make these adorable “cacti” out of rocks from your yard! Here are the instructions. [Photo: Craftberry Bush]
6. Use branches from the backyard to create faux cherry blossoms. Check out the tutorial here. [Photo: Apartment Therapy]
7. Create a memorable entryway using this funky idea for a coat rack. [Photo: A Designer Life]
8. Use pinecones to make a monogram for your door. Here is the simple tutorial. [Photo: Mommy Suite]
9. A thick branch makes a good wall-mounted coat rack too! Learn more here. [Photo: Apartment Therapy]
10. Find out how to make this stunning living plant wall here. [Photo: Lana Red Studio]
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