I've tried pampas grass before, and while it looks stunning, my dog thought it was a fancy chew toy... ended up with fluffy bits everywhere. Maybe place them higher up or in a sturdy vase to deter curious paws?
Had a similar experience with dried eucalyptus branches—thought they'd be perfect for a natural vibe, but my cat had other plans. Came home to shredded leaves scattered everywhere. Now I stick to wall-mounted arrangements or hanging wreaths. Driftwood shelves or suspended branches can look amazing and keep curious pets at bay. Maybe give something like that a shot?
"Driftwood shelves or suspended branches can look amazing and keep curious pets at bay."
Suspended branches sound intriguing...but how do you secure them safely without damaging walls or ceilings? I've seen some DIY disasters, so I'm curious about your method.
I've actually tried this myself—mostly because I'm cheap and terrified of losing my rental deposit, lol. The trick is to use ceiling hooks designed for plants or lamps; they're sturdy and leave minimal marks. Just make sure you find a stud or use proper drywall anchors (trust me, skipping this step leads to branches crashing down at 3 am...ask me how I know). Also, fishing line or thin steel cable works great for suspending branches discreetly without ruining the aesthetic.
"trust me, skipping this step leads to branches crashing down at 3 am...ask me how I know"
Haha, been there! Another tip: dried eucalyptus or lavender bundles hung upside-down look amazing and smell great too. Plus, they're lightweight—less risk of midnight disasters.
