When dipped in wax, colorful leaves can be preserved
through this season and beyond. We clustered a group to suspend in a
window -- perfect for greeting visitors. Stands of mono-filament keep
them from falling a second time.
Tools and Materials
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How to Make them?
Slowly melt bleached beeswax over a double boiler; never
allow wax to boil. Dip leaves in wax one at a time, holding by stem.
gently shake off excess wax.
Color the leaves if you want, but let the color dry before you dip it in
the melted wax.
How to Make them?
Hang leaves on clothespins to dry. Some may be dipped
again, depending on desired look; let dry between coatings. Hang
finished leaves from lengths of monofilament.
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