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Calamansi trees, known more commonly as calamondin trees, are small citrus fruit trees that are ornamental plants. The calamansi tree is indigenous to China. It was first introduced to America in the early 1900s.

You can use decoupage techniques, in which you stick paper or fabric objects onto a surface that is painted with glue or decoupage medium and then seal the objects with the glue or medium, to decorate a glass window.

Decoupage is the art of decorating objects with cut out pieces of patterned paper. Nearly any object can be decoupaged as long as the paper cut outs are sized appropriately. Popular items to decoupage include cardboard boxes, ceramic figurines and all types of furniture.

Polyurethane laminate fabric, also known as oilcloth, is a water-resistant fabric often used for raincoats, lunch bags, diaper covers and even coasters. It is very versatile but the designs it comes in are limited. You can make your own polyurethane laminate fabric at home by using an iron-on polyurethane material.

Porcelain tile is a man-made tile that is one of the hardest, scratch-resistant types of tile produced. It can be used in kitchens, hallways, entryways and bathroom floors without regard to foot traffic.

Constructing a paper skyscraper model is a creative way to express your talent in visual art. Challenge children or novice art students, for example, to use paper skyscraper models in art project dioramas. Employing a paper mache technique provides the models with texture and stability for staying upright.

Tissue paper roses are perfect to use as decorations, gifts or for scrapbooking. Not only are they inexpensive, but if you know someone with allergies they are a good alternative to the real flowers. Thin sheets of tissue paper make it possible to copy the look and texture of a real rose.

Gray is a chameleon color; it adapts itself to almost anything you mix with it. But achieving a sophisticated gray living room -- even when your style is rustic -- requires more restraint than risk-taking.

Shawls are stylish fashion accessories that can add a finishing touch to any outfit. Knit your own shawl using a large gauge long loom and bulky weight yarn. This simple and quick pattern requires no previous knitting skill and can easily be adapted for all sizes.

Some types of birds of paradise plants will grow in USDA plant hardiness zones 7 and 8. Zones 10 and 11 are most suited for most types of bird of paradise.