How to Preserve Autumn Leaves
Autumn leaves are one of the most beautiful and natural materials you can craft with. The crimson, orange and burnt umber tones are so gorgeous, it makes sense to make them last a little longer! This project will show you how to preserve them using a laminator.
Laminated leaves are such a fun activity to enjoy, particularly with kids. Why not use them for sensory play or turn them into wall hangings or autumnal bunting.
Projects and instructions by Georgia Coote.
You will need
You Will Need
* Autumn Leaves
* Laminator
* Laminating Pouches
* Coloured Card
* Scissors
* Paper Trimmer
Trim off the edges of your coloured card so that it is roughly 1cm smaller than the laminating pouch on all sides. Place the card inside the pouch, ensuring there is a 1cm gap on all sides.
Please Note: If you wish to cut out your leaves afterwards, you will need to omit the coloured card, as otherwise the laminate will not hold together.
Arrange the leaves on the coloured card and then close the pouch on top of them, ensuring you don't move the leaves too much as you do so.
Heat up the laminator and guide the pouch through the machine.
Leave to cool. Your laminated leaves are now complete!
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