"Yard by yard, life is hard, Inch by inch, life’s a cinch."
~Anonymous
~Anonymous
Whenever you feel that you have too much to do and no time to do it, just remember this little inchworm. And say to yourself, "inch by inch...inch by inch!"
Today is going to be another lovely day outside in Central, IL. This time of year is wonderful for someone who enjoys taking a walk. I like to pick up pretty colored leaves along the way, and I have been searching for a easy craft item that would utilize these beauties.
My daughter found this leaf craft on her computer and I decided to feature it on today's edition of Mom Minutes. It's a leaf placement! Not only is it clever and creative, but also useful!
Autumn Leaf Placemat Craft by Sherri Osborn
Use real leaves and clear contact paper to make this easy placemat.
Materials Needed:
Clear Contact Paper
Leaves
Instructions:
Go for a walk and collect a wide variety of leaves - as many different colors and shapes as you can find.
Cut 2 pieces of clear contact paper about 2-feet long. Remove the backing from one piece. Stick the leaves randomly onto the sticky side of the contact paper. Once you are satisfied with the design, peel the backing off the second piece of contact paper and cover the leaves with it to seal them in between the contact paper sheets.
Trim around the edges; use pinking shears or other fancy edged scissors if you like!
Hope you all have a wonderful day today!
Earlene
Too late to find leaves here that aren't dried up and brown. We'd have to do the collecting part by early Oct. But it's a great idea and I'll file it away for next fall!
ReplyDeleteThanks 8-)