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Love The Earth Topiary

By: Donna Dewberry

Show the world how much you care with this eco-friendly craft. This project is a great teaching tool for kids to learn about the environment. Great summer educational opportunity!

At a Glance:

#4726 Skill Level: Intermediate Time:
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This project features these great brands:

  • Delta Logo
supplies

Delta Soy Paint - Red Apple, 2 oz. - 091020202

Number Needed: 1 $1.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

Delta Soy Paint - Blue Sapphire, 2 oz. - 091030202

Number Needed: 1 $1.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

Delta Soy Paint - Black Onyx, 2 oz. - 091060202

Number Needed: 1 $1.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

Delta Soy Paint - Cucumber, 2 oz. - 091230202

Number Needed: 1 $1.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

Delta Soy Stain - Cherry, 4 oz. - 092020402

Number Needed: 1 $5.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

Folkart ® Brush Sets - Artist Variety Set, 10 pc. - 50536

Number Needed: 1 $8.99
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instructions

Other Supplies

Large tin coffee can, Burlap, twine, Button, Hot glue, Brown craft paper, Dowel rod, Polyfill, Scissors, Black floss, Needle, Reindeer Moss

Instructions

1. Trace and cut out two 7” circles out of brown craft paper.

2. Paint a smaller circle Blue Sapphire, paint the rest of the Earth with Cucumber.

3. Paint a heart in the center of the Earth with Red Apple.

4. Outline the Earth and heart with Black Onyx.

5. Using the Cherry stain apply a thin coat to the paper and the dowel rod.

6. Cut a 5 ½” wide piece of burlap that will wrap around the can. Paint the words “all we need is LOVE” with Black Onyx

7. Wrap the burlap around the can and hot glue in place. Tie the twine around the top of the can, thread a button and tie in place.

8. Using the black floss, stitch the paper circles together leaving a section open at the bottom. Stuff with polyfill. Attach the circle to the dowel rod and hot glue in place.

9. Fill the can with floral foam and insert the dowel rod into the foam. Hot glue the reindeer moss to the top of the foam.

Disclaimer: The information found in each project is presented in good faith, but no warranty is given, nor results guaranteed, nor is freedom from any patent to be inferred. Since we have no control over physical conditions surrounding the application of information herein contained, Plaid Enterprises, Inc. disclaims any liability for untoward results.

Important: Please be sure to thoroughly read the instructions for all products, paying particular attention to all cautions and warnings shown to ensure the proper and safe use of the product.

Copyright: All Rights Reserved. No part of this Project may be reproduced in any form without permission in writing, except for your personal use, except by reviewer, who may in reviewing this project, quote brief passages in a magazine or newspaper.

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