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5 ways to get crafty with leaves

The seasons are changing and the leaves are finally falling, which means lots of dreaded raking. But instead of tossing your leaves into a black garbage bag this year, load up on your supplies and gather your fave freshly fallen leaves for some seriously awesome leaf crafts.

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Leaf garland
It doesn't get much easier than this. All you'll need is paint, yarn, some glue and pretty leaves. Paint each leaf with whatever design you want and let them dry for an hour. After they have dried, glue each leaf to the string of yarn and hang above your bed for wall decor or outside your house to show off your crafty skills.
Pinned by: Meredithcharest
Mason jars aren't only for canning
These leaf mason jars are great to use as candle holders or to even hold makeup brushes. And remember, it's never too early to start thinking about gifts for your BFF and fam. Get the complete how-to here.
Pinned by: Kendallvernon
Glittery leafs
This is the perf craft for all you glitter addicts out there. All you need for this craft is some glue, glitter and yarn (if you choose to hang them.) Simply apply glue to one side of the leaf and sprinkle glitter all over that side. Shake off any glitter that didn't stick to the glue and let leaves dry for about 15 minutes. If you decide to hang them, poke a hole at the top with some scissors or a hole puncher if you have one. Don't feel like hanging em'? Grab a large clear bowl and place them inside! Now you have a sparkly centerpiece that will catch everyone's eye.
Pinned by: Britmorin
Sweet gesture
What better way to show your loved ones how much you care than to give them a personalized card. All you need is a marker to color one side of the leaf. Once it is colored, flip it over onto a piece of paper to create a stamp-like look. Your loved ones will love this thoughtful gift!
Pinned by: Laurenfenstermacher
Fridge decor
Take your fridge from tragically boring to fall festive -- all you need a laminator, magnetic tape and an assortment of different sized leafs. Before sending leaves through laminator make sure they are dry. Once leaves come out of laminator cut them along their edges. Place a piece of magnetic tape to the back of each and voila!
Don't have a laminator? Buy some self-sealing laminate paper here and use an iron to master the craft!
Pinned by: Melissahancock