Sandcast Leaves
A sand and cement mixture, containing a bonder/fortifier, is applied to the back of a leaf, which has been molded over sand.
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A sand and cement mixture, containing a bonder/fortifier, is applied to the back of a leaf, which has been molded over sand.
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A base is added for freestanding leaves.
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After about 3 days, the leaf is removed, revealing the impression left. Each leaf is unique, since the leaf is destroyed during the removal process.
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My initials and the year the leaf was cast are carved on the back.
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A durable non-toxic outdoor paint for concrete is applied after curing, which takes about 3 weeks. It then has two coats of an outdoor lacquer. It is not recommended to leave painted cement pieces outdoors during freezing temperatures. However, they are fine on a porch, protected from snow and ice.
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Many Uses for Home and Garden
Some leaves can be attached to copper stakes (pipes). This shows an attached copper "whirl" for growing vines.
 I can't sell these as food safe, but they can be used indoors for nuts, fruit or candy.
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Online orders include an adapter for fitting the leaf onto a half inch copper pipe.
Bird bath in a planter.
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Smaller leaf baths can be attached to a copper "stem" for planting in the garden or a pot. Good for small birds and butterflies.
Bird bath on a garden stone.
Bird bath on a stand.
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Wall Art
Wall art pieces come with hangers for displaying on walls, fences, and gates.
Caladium leaf on an archway.
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On an easel for tabletop display.
Tobacco leaf framed by the customer, RJ Reynolds.
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 Engraved steel or granite plaque
 Can also be used with a candle or glass dish
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Unpainted Leaves
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