Garden totems

So many colorful vases can be found at thrift stores and garage sales. Drilling a hole in the bottoms with a diamond bit allows stacking on a pole. The key is t…

Garden totems can be made of glass, of ceramic or pottery, of mosaic or wood. They can be DIY or store-bought. But what exactly is a garden totem?

Build your own garden poles and personalize your outdoor space.

can use rebarb as pole instead of a shepards hook. she used jb weld and liquid nail to attach glass marbles to plates.

Contemporary Sculptor, Ceramicist & Jewellery Maker, Sue Rhodes

When making totems and dish flowers, not every glue may be the right glue to use in every situation. It's not the fault of the glue, but rather that its limitations are exceeded. Artist explains how E6000 and other glues perform in outside conditions and the many causes of glue fails for totems and dish flowers. Advice on good glue techniques and problem solving solutions. #Garden Art, #Glass Garden Art, #Glue, #Dish Flowers, #E-6000, #How to make a totem, #Why glue didn't work

The Upcycled Garden totem pole ideas for totem poles made from salvaged and upcycled materials.

Create instant interest in your yard with garden art made from recycled or inexpensive materials.

Bring out the vintage charm of your garden and show it off to your friends and family with the unique Vintage Lamp Globe Garden Totem from The Junk Parlor. This one-of-a-kind, repurposed garden totem is made from an upcycled lamp that adds an eye-catching and unexpected touch to any outdoor area. Pick lamp globes to match your style to create this garden totem that is sure to make a statement in any yard. It is sure to be a conversation starter too!

Transform your yard with quality lawn & garden accents. Add charm and elegance to your outdoor space with durable, stylish pieces that enhance any garden.

Stacked lids & bottle tops ... isn't this gorgeous? Artistic amazement ... courtesy Yarnbombing Consortium ... I'll post more frequently ... promise!

Get better results and more compliments. Artistic ways to turn thrift store dishes into a charming garden totem sculpture. Detailed tutorial with emphasis on composition. Learn about balance, color, style, and theme. Includes tips on glue and glue techniques. #Garden Art, #dishes, #teapot, #fairy art, #Handmade #glue, #thrift store, #Garden totems, #Art instruction, #small sculpture, #Arts & crafts for the garden

How to make a DIY Glass Garden Art Totem Pole. Super easy project to make your own fun yard art with glass vases and wine glasses from the thrift store.

The Upcycled Garden totem pole ideas for totem poles made from salvaged and upcycled materials.

I saw one of these in a magazine years ago and I've wanted one ever since. It took me several years to collect affordable pieces but after that it was pretty ea…

There’s something about colored glass that floats my boat. When I see it at thrift stores (I scream!!!) take it home, and add it to my collection. Well, that collection is getting quite large, so I need to use it up. I already have a colored glass fountain (see below), so I decided a birdbath... Read More

I show and sell my work at juried art shows in California and Arizona as well as exhibiting in museum shows. My hand built slab sculptures, masks, totems, and wall pieces are in the collections of commercial enterprises and private individuals.

Make a unique piece of garden art, a glass garden totem, with upcycled vintage lamp globes!

Learn how to “grow” flowers from metal wall art to plant a little whimsy with flower garden stakes! An easy DIY and way to add instant blooms and a whimsical addition to your garden. Ha…