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Paper Squash Vine

September 30, 2018 Corrie Hogg
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I am thrilled to share an interview and tutorial over on Sarah K. Benning’s blog and series, Craft with Conscience. Learn how to make this paper squash vine, just click over to her site for the instructions.

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Paper Caladium Plant

September 17, 2018 Corrie Hogg
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This beauty, the Miss Muffet caladium, is ready for you over on Sugar and Cloth!

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Paper Mojito Plant

September 16, 2018 Corrie Hogg
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Click on over to Design*Sponge for this tutorial!

Paper Japanese Maple Tree

August 30, 2018 Corrie Hogg
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In celebration of the release of my new book, Handmade Houseplants, I am thrilled to be back on The House That Lars Built! Head over there to learn all about how to make this tree! Yes, I finally tackled one of my all time favorite plants, the Japanese maple! This one is based on the Shirazz variety! You can make a small tree like I did, or just a branch or two to place in vases! Happy crafting! 

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Paper Christmas Cactus

December 8, 2016 Corrie Hogg

It's so hard to believe it's Christmas time again! I'm excited to share will y'all this year's holiday craft! It's a paper Christmas cactus and you can find all the details and patterns over on The House That Lars Built! 

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Potted Plant Hat

October 25, 2016 Corrie Hogg

Just in time for Halloween! Learn how to make a paper plant hat on The House That Lars Built! It's a botanic bonnet! Quick to make and comfortable too! Happy Halloween and happy crafting!

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Paper Mâché Cactus Vase

September 25, 2016 Corrie Hogg

For a few months now, I haven't been able to get out of my head the idea of making a cactus vase! I had been hoarding paper towel and toilet paper tubes and finally sorted out what to do with a few of them! 

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Paper Swiss Cheese Plant

September 18, 2016 Corrie Hogg

Monstera obliqua, the charming swiss cheese plant is now in PAPER! Yes! This is a fun one to make. You find find the full tutorial over on The House That Lars Built. 

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Paper Maidenhair Fern Plant

August 3, 2016 Corrie Hogg

I have big love for the maidenhair fern! I wish they were easier to keep alive in my apartment! They are one of my favorite things to ogle at the nursery and botanic garden. I recently put together this Maidenhair Mobile for The House That Lars Built. Over there you will find PDF and SVG templates to download. If you do, you can follow these instructions to make a plant! It's easy!

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Paper Plant: Watermelon Peperomia

June 8, 2016 Corrie Hogg

The watermelon peperomia, an all time favorite of mine, is such a beauty! Just look at those watermelon stripes! I put together a tutorial to make her out of paper! You can find the how-to over on The House That Lars Built!

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Paper Pilea 2.0

May 21, 2016 Corrie Hogg

Five months after my first paper pilea perperomioides (a.k.a. Chinese money plant), I've had so much fun making many more. I thought it was time for an update on the DIY! Here you will find a tutorial for a more realistic interpretation of the popular plant and more detailed instructions.

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Block Print Tulip Napkin

April 21, 2016 Corrie Hogg

Just in time for spring! Learn how to make these linoleum block print tulip napkins over on The House That Lars Built! 

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Cacti Garden Drawstring Bag

April 18, 2016 Corrie Hogg

On my last trip to Ikea, I spotted a set of inexpensive drawstring bags. At the time, I had just returned from traveling and had been thinking about how I'd like to have a better way to organize my suitcase. I took the bags home and decided to make them a little cuter. I printed a simple prickly pear cacti garden along the bottom! The next time I travel, I'll use 'em for shoes or socks or dirty clothes. They are light weight, so they are great  for helping with organizing without adding more bulk or weight to my bag. Plus, now they are covered with cacti.... one of my favorite things. You can do the same! Read on to learn how.

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Paper Peruvian Maidenhair Fern

April 12, 2016 Corrie Hogg

The Peruvian maidenhair fern also known as the silver dollar fern is a long time favorite of mine. It can be easily translated into paper!

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St. Paddy's Day Chandelier

March 13, 2016 Corrie Hogg

A Pajaki inspired St. Patrick's Day chandelier! Why not? Melting pot, right? This one is for all my Polish-Irish friends!

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DIY No-Sew Fabric Lampshade

March 3, 2016 Corrie Hogg

No sew, no fray, no 'fancy' nothing! This lampshade is easy y'all and you can use just about any fabric - you only need a half a yard! Get the full tutorial over on The House Lars Built.

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Prickly Pear Cactus Hat

February 27, 2016 Corrie Hogg
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This year, I have finally decided to participate in the NYC Easter Parade and Bonnet Festival! How fun! A prickly pear cactus makes a great bonnet, don't you think? 

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Geometric Wood Block Trivet

February 16, 2016 Corrie Hogg

Make this modern and bold wood block trivet! Easily dress up and protect your table or make one as a gift. 

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DIY Valentine's Checkerboard

February 14, 2016 Corrie Hogg

Today is the coldest day in NYC in the last 20 years! I'm opting to stay inside all day and play this Valentine's Day inspired DIY checkerboard! You can make one too, read on to learn how! Happy Valentine's Day!!

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Block Print Watermelon Valentines

January 25, 2016 Corrie Hogg

Nothing is quite so sweet as a slice of watermelon! Even though its the dead of winter and we have over two feet of snow here in Brooklyn, my mind is already on the delicious fruits of summer. Meet the watermelon Valentine! 

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Hello! The Apple of My DIY is a creative venture of Corrie Beth Hogg. Here you will find whimsically inventive DIY projects and design ideas. I make things I like! I hope you like them too! Thanks for following along.

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Looking glass begonia! I tried some new things when making this... new paint and marker combos. Hmm. Dreaming up what do to next! What’s your favorite plant? 🌿🌿🌿✂️✂️✂️#paperplants #handmadehouseplants
Looking glass begonia! I tried some new things when making this... new paint and marker combos. Hmm. Dreaming up what do to next! What’s your favorite plant? 🌿🌿🌿✂️✂️✂️#paperplants #handmadehouseplants
🎵I like pink leaves and I cannot lie.....
🎵I like pink leaves and I cannot lie.....
Another January day... I could use a little of sunshine I see in the vibrant green of this paper squash vine.🌿👆 If you’re in the same boat... pop over to the archives of @sarahkbenning ‘s blog for the tutorial! ✂️✂️✂️🌿#paperplants #handmadehouseplants #handmadehouseplantsbook
Another January day... I could use a little of sunshine I see in the vibrant green of this paper squash vine.🌿👆 If you’re in the same boat... pop over to the archives of @sarahkbenning ‘s blog for the tutorial! ✂️✂️✂️🌿#paperplants #handmadehouseplants #handmadehouseplantsbook
Tapioca tree! Another one from the book, this gal is made in a similar way as the fiddle leaf. I love how the dramatic leaves kinda look like snowflakes! Photo by @christineshoots. 🌿🌿🌿#paperplants #handmadehouseplants #handmadehouseplantsbook
Tapioca tree! Another one from the book, this gal is made in a similar way as the fiddle leaf. I love how the dramatic leaves kinda look like snowflakes! Photo by @christineshoots. 🌿🌿🌿#paperplants #handmadehouseplants #handmadehouseplantsbook
First you make a bunch-o-bunch of paper leaves. Then, you connect all the leaves together to make vines. Next, you put ‘em in a cute pot. Finally, happy stress-free cutie-patootie plant for your house! Yeah! Instructions to make this are in Handmade Houseplants! Photo by @christineshoots #handmadehouseplants #handmadehouseplantsbook #paperplants
First you make a bunch-o-bunch of paper leaves. Then, you connect all the leaves together to make vines. Next, you put ‘em in a cute pot. Finally, happy stress-free cutie-patootie plant for your house! Yeah! Instructions to make this are in Handmade Houseplants! Photo by @christineshoots #handmadehouseplants #handmadehouseplantsbook #paperplants
Give the gift of a handmade plant that won’t die!! 🙌😜It can be a pickle to figure out how to package a paper plant for gifting. 👆Here’s one way...the pot stays safe and the box doesn’t squish your carefully crafted leaves! This Christmas cactus is a perfect one to make (and gift) this time of year! In fact, you can make this will all the stuff I’m gifting in the giveaway that’s still open till today at 6 est! Check my post from Sunday to enter!! Photo by @christineshoots
Give the gift of a handmade plant that won’t die!! 🙌😜It can be a pickle to figure out how to package a paper plant for gifting. 👆Here’s one way...the pot stays safe and the box doesn’t squish your carefully crafted leaves! This Christmas cactus is a perfect one to make (and gift) this time of year! In fact, you can make this will all the stuff I’m gifting in the giveaway that’s still open till today at 6 est! Check my post from Sunday to enter!! Photo by @christineshoots
This fish bone cactus is one you can make with the supplies I’m gifting in the giveaway! There’s still time to enter... just check my feed and my last post! I’m excited to see what y’all create! Happy Merry Holidays from me to YOU! Photo by @christineshoots !
This fish bone cactus is one you can make with the supplies I’m gifting in the giveaway! There’s still time to enter... just check my feed and my last post! I’m excited to see what y’all create! Happy Merry Holidays from me to YOU! Photo by @christineshoots !
Giveaway time for the holidays! I'm giving away a signed copy of my book, Handmade Houseplants, and ALL these tools and supplies! Yahoo... Get started crafting for the new year! To enter: make sure you are following me and simply tag a friend in a comment below. You can enter as many times as you like (by tagging as many friends as you like)! This is open to the US only and I will announce the random winner Tuesday Dec. 18, 6 pm (EST). What you get: the book, various papers, double-sided adhesive sheets, scissors, paste glue, wire cutters, needle nose pliers, hot glue gun, hot glue sticks, floral wire, bone folder, pencil, gel pen, alcohol marker, cutting mat, pot prepared with foam, pebbles to cover foam, floral tape and more! Hooray! Happy Holidays from me to you!!! (This giveaway has nothing to do with instagram and if you use scissors and hot glue do so carefully!)
Giveaway time for the holidays! I'm giving away a signed copy of my book, Handmade Houseplants, and ALL these tools and supplies! Yahoo... Get started crafting for the new year! To enter: make sure you are following me and simply tag a friend in a comment below. You can enter as many times as you like (by tagging as many friends as you like)! This is open to the US only and I will announce the random winner Tuesday Dec. 18, 6 pm (EST). What you get: the book, various papers, double-sided adhesive sheets, scissors, paste glue, wire cutters, needle nose pliers, hot glue gun, hot glue sticks, floral wire, bone folder, pencil, gel pen, alcohol marker, cutting mat, pot prepared with foam, pebbles to cover foam, floral tape and more! Hooray! Happy Holidays from me to you!!! (This giveaway has nothing to do with instagram and if you use scissors and hot glue do so carefully!)
Win a copy of my book!! Hop over to @timberpress for all the details! Yahoo...Happy holidays! #giveaway #timberpress #handmadehouseplants #handmadehouseplantsbook
Win a copy of my book!! Hop over to @timberpress for all the details! Yahoo...Happy holidays! #giveaway #timberpress #handmadehouseplants #handmadehouseplantsbook
I love a dark and moody plant! Get the instructions, templates, and materials list to make this in ‘Handmade Houseplants: Remarkably Realistic Plants You Can Make with Paper’ available wherever books are sold! Photo by @christineshoots 🌿.
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I love a dark and moody plant! Get the instructions, templates, and materials list to make this in ‘Handmade Houseplants: Remarkably Realistic Plants You Can Make with Paper’ available wherever books are sold! Photo by @christineshoots 🌿. . . . . #plantsmakepeoplehappy #plantsofinstagram #papersculpture #paperplants #handmadehouseplants #handmadehouseplantsbook #paperleaves #plantlady #abmplantlady

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