In days past, clever gardeners clipped trees, shrubs and hedges into wonderful shapes. Today the tradition lives on in these versatile, decorative trees you can make yourself - in any size. You will need: Assorted ribbons; strips of tulle; decorative fabric; dried flowers ...

 The flowers of spring and early summer burst onto the scene with brilliant colours and heady fragrances. If you cultivate a cutting garden, take a stroll to pluck a few of your favourites, or carry blossoms home by the armful from a farmers' market or florist's shop. No ...

 You can use more than vases to display fresh garden flowers or house plants. Try one of these projects in your home or on the patio. Florist's Buckets Take a few galvanized pots from the hardware store or garden centre, "dip" in popsicle-bright colours, and hang them in ...

 You don't have to be an expert to display a vase of fresh flowers in your home. But just in case you're more thumbs than fingers, here's some quick ideas for you.  A summers day Sky-blue delphinium and peachy- orange snapdragon, encircled with hosta leaves. You ...

 Pressed flowers and leaves can be mounted in prematted frames for a classic wall arrangement. The natural beauty of pressed flowers surpasses that of botanical prints, at a fraction of the cost. Single large leaves or clusters of small pressed flowers and grasses can be arranged on rice paper for a ...

 Whether entertaining or dressing up our every day, who among us would not choose to be surrounded by beauty? Flowers and candles on their own can completely transform the ambience of a room. Here are some décor ideas, fun and easy to bring off, that are sure to enhance the welcoming ...

 How wonderful to display armloads of fresh flowers gathered from your garden, to stray from standard florist vases and search for containers with character. Fill an Antique PieceA vintage tin can (or a colourful modern aluminum container) makes a classic basket for summertime blooms. Simply punch two holes near the rim of ...