leafy keen

My monthly project for The Washington Post is up, and seeing these placemats gives me a little burst of happiness every time I put them on the table. This is an easy-peasy technique from kindergarten art class, but using an unexpectedly bright color or an oversized leaf makes the project fresh and modern. Step-by-step instructions right here.

Comments

[Gina]

I remember finger painting as favourite thing in K...this looks just as fun...great idea to use the over-sized leaves.

I found you through the SS examples page. I just started a SS website...still a work in progress, but I'm loving it so far. Like you, I also have a shop on etsy.
Gina

[Prue]

It looks great for such a simple idea!

[Shell]

Thanks for this idea. Its so simple but can create a very dramatic finished product.

[Blake]

you know, i've been eyeing some huge, round and graphically interesting nasturtium leaves in my yard, thinking they would be great as fabric prints or rubbings. consider me now motivated!

[reapwhatyougrow]

I really love these, what a great but simple idea. I love having homemade stuff around which makes me smile!