How to Create a Decorative Garden Window

If you have a sunny window in a room where you don't have to worry about privacy, this décor idea will provide a country home feel along with the beauty of Mother Nature's flowers.

What you will need for this project:

1. Rope about 10 inches longer than your window is wide

2. 6 small flower pots with handles (small tin buckets work well also)

3. 6 clothespins

4. Potting soil

5. 2 decorative pots

6. 2 mug hooks

7. 2 potted plant trellises

8. An assortment of seeds or seedling herbs and leafy plants such as lettuce, spinach, parsley, and chives

9. 4 morning glory seeds or two morning glory plants

10. 1 other somewhat tall decorative item that fits into the décor of the room

11. Measuring Tape

12. Pencil

How to Create this Look:

- If you are using morning glory seeds, you will first want to put them in warm water and leave them there for about 24 hours. This helps the seeds have a shorter germination time.

- Put potting soil in the 6 small pots and 2 decorative pots.

- Plant the seeds or seedlings according to directions on seed packet.

- For placing the rope, measure how tall your window is then divide this number into fourths. Measure that length from the top of the window and make a mark with a pencil on both sides. For example if your window is 36 inches tall you will make a mark at 9 inches from the top.

- Put in the mug hooks where you made your marks.

- Tie a secure knot in both ends of your rope.

- Push one knot over a mug hook.

- Slide the handles of the small pots onto the rope.

- Carefully push the other knot over the mug hook.

Caution: If you have ceramic or glass pots be careful at this step. Slide the pots to the center slowly and have them next to each other so they do not slide and break each other as your are moving your rope up to put the knot over the mug hook.

- Evenly space your pots and keep them in place by putting a clothespin on the handle and rope.

- Push the 2 potted plant trellises into the 2 decorative pots, and place one on each side of the window.

- Put your other decorative item in the center.

- Water your plants, and wait for Mother Nature to do the rest.

© 2005, Kathy Burns-Millyard. This article is provided courtesy of The Do It Yourself Home Decorating Network - http://www.diyhomedecorating.com - a large and growing decorating and decor website featuring articles, tips, advice, and popular decor shopping. This article may be freely published on any website, as long as the author, copyright, website address and link, and this notice are left intact.

---

Using Color To Change The Size Of Your Bedroom

Did you ever wish your bedroom was bigger or smaller?... Read More

Bakers Wine Racks: Sophisticated Style

Nothing sends a message of sophistication and style quite the... Read More

How to Brighten Your Decor with Hand Painted Ceramic Tile

At one time, ceramic tile was only for the wealthy.... Read More

Discount Granite Countertops

The beauty and warmth of granite makes it an ideal... Read More

Kitchen Island Ideas for Great Custom Kitchen Islands

Use kitchen island ideas to better understand how to create... Read More

Easy And Inexpensive Kitchen Decorating Tips

Small changes can have a big effect on how your... Read More

The Art Of Home Decoration

If you would have your rooms interesting as well as... Read More

Bathroom Vanity Sinks

When shopping for a bathroom vanity sink, let both function... Read More

Decorating a Bedroom for the Subconscious Mind - Psychology of Colors

Psychology of colors ? the bedroomColor can have an astounding... Read More

Where to Find Unique Shower Curtains

Once upon a time, shower curtains were functional? and they... Read More

How to Kickstart a Good Bedroom Design Project?

Dear friends,Any room in your home is primarily a space... Read More

A Guide to Wedgwood China

It all came about due to a cry from English... Read More

The Benefits of Wood Blinds

In interior design, the blinds found on windows and doors... Read More

An Introduction to Massage Chairs

A comfortable recliner is the prime parking spot for many-a-man.... Read More

The Importance of Bunk Bed Mattresses

Bunk bed mattresses are perhaps the most important kind of... Read More

5 Ways In Which You Can Make Simple Changes To Your Home Decorating

Home decorating, ever wanted to try it, but hesitated because... Read More

Wood Baker?s Rack - Add Style to Your Kitchen

Is your kitchen or dining area missing that little bit... Read More

The Increased Popularity of Granite Kitchen Countertops

The popularity of granite kitchen countertops has increased dramatically in... Read More

7 Tips to Care for Your Antique Furniture

During your spring cleaning, don't forget to think about your... Read More

California King Bedding Cannot Be Interchanged With Standard King Bedding

If you are looking for a great selection of California... Read More

A Guide to Wine Picnic Baskets

Wine picnic baskets are just the ticket for two, four,... Read More

Finding Cheap Hardwood Floors

A wide range of hardwood floorings are available in the... Read More

Beach Theme Bedroom

Using accessories is a fun way to accent your bedroom... Read More

Where to Find a Cheap Adjustable Bed

Adjustable beds are no doubt very expensive. But the benefits... Read More

7 Feng Shui Fundamentals for Childrens Bedrooms

Feng shui is a very popular and intriguing concept in... Read More

Decorating With Lights and Shades

Candlestick, lamp and fixtures for electricity must accord with the... Read More

How to Install a Wood Stove

"There are a number of factors that must be taken... Read More

Kids Ceiling Fans

There are ceiling fans designed especially for children, which have... Read More

How to Wash a Down Comforter

Few things are as comforting on a cold winter night... Read More

Posters as a Decorating Style

When I think of decorating a room with posters, I... Read More

Summers Unexpected Outdoor Candelabra

For picnic tables, decks, porches, patios, and sidewalks, decorators are... Read More

A Guide to Interior Shutters

We've all heard of exterior shutters. We see them on... Read More

The Value of Antique Grandfather Clocks

These days, everything from ovens to telephones silently mark the... Read More