Dip Leaves
Step1
Gather fall leaves at their peak.
Step2
Choose fresh-looking leaves with no blemishes. Leaves should not be brittle.
Step3
Place in an old book with a weight on top for a few hours to press leaves flat.
Step4
Melt 1 pound beeswax in a double boiler, oven, or solar oven. Do not let wax get too hot.
Step5
Hold leaf by stem and dip into melted wax. Dip quickly so as not to damage leaf.
Step6
Hang leaf by stem on a line with a clothespin until dry.
Step7
Wire a florist stick to stem for a longer stem to stick into an arrangement.
LOOKS FUN DOESNT IT !!
Oct 22, 2008 @ 19:43:12
This looks absolutely lovely … thanks for sharing… xxx Hugs Dreamwalker
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Oct 29, 2008 @ 21:10:23
What a beautiful way to preserve Autumn’s colors. How long will this last? Thx for stopping in! I’ve been bad at visiting lately but I’m trying.