In honer of it being Earth Day, I decided to make a 'green' craft! These pressed grass prints are perfect for any time when you need something quick and unique. You can make these into whatever you would like, such as cards, art prints, bookmarks, stationary, or anything else that you can think of!
All that you really need is a handful of green. Grass, leaves, or even flowers can be used. Find however much you want, just remember that you probably won't use all of it, so don't pick too much!
All that you really need is a handful of green. Grass, leaves, or even flowers can be used. Find however much you want, just remember that you probably won't use all of it, so don't pick too much!
Lay your leaves on a piece of paper in your design. Try different patterns, shapes, or pictures.
Place a piece of waxed paper on top of your design, then smash! You can use your fingers for some plants, but for most you will have to use a heavy object. You can use the corner of a piece of wood, the back of a spoon, or a hammer (be careful!). You also may want to place another piece of paper underneath the one you're printing on, as the design might go through.
Place a piece of waxed paper on top of your design, then smash! You can use your fingers for some plants, but for most you will have to use a heavy object. You can use the corner of a piece of wood, the back of a spoon, or a hammer (be careful!). You also may want to place another piece of paper underneath the one you're printing on, as the design might go through.
When you're done pressing, lift up the waxed paper. Let the paper dry.
You can add a few finishing touches with pencils or markers.
And you're done! Now you can surprise someone with a homemade Earth Day card.
Happy Earth Day!
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