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Twig Curtains Bring the outdoor 'in' with your next set of curtains—made from twigs! From "B. Original" episode DBOR-101

Michele Beschen, host of B. Original, demonstrates how to create out-of-the-box—or make that off-the-tree—vertical blinds from twigs.

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	Hanging by a branch takes on a new meaning with Michele Beschen's natural curtains.
	Figure A
	Throw out those dull clay pots and spruce up your deck with log planters.

Creating Twig Curtains

• You can link twigs together to create a rustic set of vertical blinds! They can be hung in doorways, windows, arbors or room dividers.

• Collect various sizes of branches.

• The branches need to be at least 1/2" in diameter in order to hold the eyebolt. To ensure nice clean cuts on the ends of the branches, use a pair of anvil pruners to prevent "squishing" the end.

• Drill a small pilot hole in the center of each end, add a little wood glue and screw in a 15/16" eyebolt to each end.

• Connect branches with S-hooks (figure A) or you can use a pair of hog ring pliers or wire and link together for a more permanent connection.

• Hang each strand of sticks from another stick or dowel with cup hooks.

Log Planters

Be on the lookout for fallen logs that have natural recessed areas and knots. They can be used to create beautiful planters.

• If the log doesn't come by a recessed area naturally, you can carve away a section, add walls by inserting a piece of PVC pipe and fill will potting soil and plant up.

• You'll want to plant up items that have a short root system. Succulents do extremely well in this type of environment.

• Be aware that the moisture from the soil and plant will eventually deteriorate the state of the log, but it's fun while it last.

Tip: To avoid log deterioration, air ferns, which thrive in natural planters, can help keep things dry.