On May 9, 1:52 pm, Persephone wrote:
> On Thu, 08 May 2008 20:02:41 -0700, Persephone wrote:
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>
> Thanks for all the great answers.
>
> I didn't even think about using leaves -- not creative enough,
> I guess <g>, but it sounds like it would yield much more
> aesthetic stepping stones.
>
> What kinds of leaves (rhubard has been mentioned) have
> people used, and at what stage do you remove them to
> avoid the hassle one poster mentioned. And -- this is
> embarrassing -- do you put them at the bottom and pour
> over them, or at the top, and then fish them out?
>
> By the same token, other objets could be used to create
> an interesting surface... like...?
>
> TIA
>
> Persephone.
It works best if the leaves have an interesting overall shape,
and fairly deep, incised veins. Wait until the concrete has set
up a bit, enough to hold the shape when you gently press the
leaf into the mix. If its too soon the concrete will be too soft,
and will not hold the "image" of the leaf. I never remove the
leaf itself, just leave it to rot/dry away naturally.
Other things:
Keys, put the large part towards the center, arrange in a
circle, or put a round object in the center = daisy
Rocks, small water washed pebbles of pretty colors,
heart shaped rocks
Tools, old screwdriver, wrench, trowel, pruners
Metal machine parts: gears, bolts, interesting shapes, etc.
they will rust to a great patina
Marbles, beads
Key chain "thingies" initials, medallions etc
Jewelry: old costume jewelry pins, necklace chains
Plastic bugs: I have used lady bugs which look great
Have fun Perse
Emilie
NorCal
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