How to Make a Leaf Stamp Collage

A collage is a collection of objects put together on paper or other canvas. Collages made out of leaf stamps are a way for children to not only learn about many types of leaves, but to create a distinct art piece. Create quality family time and a true learning experience with this colorful craft, and you will have a beautiful collage to hang up in your home when it is done.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Craft paints
• Paintbrushes or sponges
• White poster board or paper
• Variety of leaves
• Paper plates
• Old newspapers or plastic

1. Lay some old newspapers or plastic out on your work surface, to protect it from the paint you will be using.

2. Collect a variety of fresh leaves from different plants, trees and flowers. Do not choose dried out leaves, as they will crumble when you handle them.

3. Place one color of paint on each paper plate, because you do not want your colors to mix while you apply the paint to the leaves.

4. Choose a leaf, and use a sponge or paintbrush to apply a thin layer of paint to its surface. Hold the leaf by the stem to avoid getting paint all over your hands.

5. Press the leaf onto a piece of white poster board or paper. Lay your hand flat on the unpainted side of the leaf and press down, to get a full leaf imprint on the paper.

6. Continue to apply paint to the leaves and stamp them on the paper until you achieve a look that you are happy with. Use the same color paint on each leaf of the same type to create a more organized looking collage.

7. Hang your leaf stamp collage on the fridge or wall of your home.

Tips & Warnings

• Sprinkle some glitter on leaf stampings when they are still wet to give your leaf stamp collage a fancier look.
• Supervise young children when they are using paint, and make sure they do not put it in their mouths.