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Crafting with Nature
An easy autumn-themed craft for children to make for the nature table. It can be easily adapted to other themes.

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  • How to create art / a model. Birch Bark Leaves - Step 1
    Step 1

    Gather supplies. Birch bark should be collected from the ground or firewood, not from a living tree. Thicker pieces of bark are needed.

  • How to create art / a model. Birch Bark Leaves - Step 2
    Step 2

    Cut out desired leaf shapes from the birch bark. Depending on the thickness of the bark, you may be able to separate one cut into multiple leaves. Be careful to not separate them too thinly.

  • How to create art / a model. Birch Bark Leaves - Step 3
    Step 3

    With the moistened watercolour pencils, colour the leaves in as desired.

  • How to create art / a model. Birch Bark Leaves - Step 4
    Step 4

    The edges of the leaves can also be embroidered.

  • How to create art / a model. Birch Bark Leaves - Step 5
    Step 5

    And if desired, the whole thing can be turned into a garland.

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