Creative

These little spiced cookies pack a punch—in the truest sense of the word. Inspired by the monastic medicine of Hildegard von Bingen, these so-called "tortellos" combine healing spices like nutmeg, cinnamon, and cloves into a powerful blend for body and soul. In ancient medicine, they weren't use...

Drying your favorite flowers is a great way to preserve their splendor in your home for a long time. We'll show you which flowers are suitable and what you need to consider for this timeless decoration.

In autumn, you'll find many beautiful natural materials on a walk that are perfect for crafting. The many berries that glow on the bushes from autumn through the winter months are particularly beautiful, providing a wonderful splash of color in the garden. Berries also make a great, colorful wrea...

Labels are a must if you want to know what you've sown or pricked out and when. Name tags and messages written in beautiful handwriting make gardening even more fun. Lettering on bottles, slates, pottery shards, clay pots, wooden slats, or cutlery adds a personal touch. Forks, knives, and spoons ...

Summertime is outdoor time. That's when the living room is moved outside and we make ourselves comfortable. Let this fantastic macrame curtain inspire you for your relaxing outdoor oasis.

Concrete is a versatile material that can be used to create amazing things. In this DIY project, we'll show you how to make your own concrete flowerpot. All you have to do is decide whether to give the flowerpot as a gift or keep it for yourself!

Do you already know which Advent wreath will accompany you through the Advent season this year? This decision can sometimes be challenging given the sheer number of creative and beautiful wreaths available. But it's so easy to make it happen. With a few clever steps and the right materials, you c...

Fresh flowers from the garden are a feast for the senses. With these tips, you'll be able to skillfully showcase your garden flowers.

Are you planning a garden party with friends and family? Whether it's for a garden viewing of the World Cup on a balmy summer evening, a birthday, or if the next dinner invitation suddenly needs to be moved outside, with our tips, nothing will stand in the way of a relaxed outdoor celebration.

Amaryllis defy the gray season with magnificent flower clusters on tall stems – in classic Christmas red, snow white, or soft powder tones. The perfect remedy for the winter blues.

Whether fresh from the field or your own garden, in dried bundles, in soap form, or for your palate – the indulgent aroma of lavender is inescapable. Its scent alone transports us to Aix-en-Provence, where locals and tourists regularly gather at the lavender stalls at the market in the morning.

Their enormous heads sway elegantly in the breeze; sunflowers bring joy not only to gardeners. They symbolize the radiance of a beautiful summer and bring vibrant yellow into the home. The Incas and Aztecs already worshipped sunflowers; the priestesses of their sun temples were crowned with sunfl...