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Materials
Materials
- 1 roll Paper towels or coffee filters Use thinner materials for best results.
- 5 markers Washable markers Regular markers may stain surfaces.
- 1 cup Water To place the ends of the paper towels or filters.
- 4 small cups Small cups For holding water.
- 1 trunk Cardboard tree trunk You can shape it to your liking.
- 1 as needed Tape or glue To secure the leaves onto the tree trunk.
Instructions
Drawing and Creating
- Begin by drawing colored lines near the bottom edges of your folded paper towels or filters.
Observing the Colors Rising
- Place the ends of the paper towels or filters into small cups of water and watch the colors travel up.
Drying and Arranging
- Once the paper is colorful, carefully dry it and arrange it as the leafy crown of your cardboard tree.
Final Touches
- Secure the colorful leaves onto the tree trunk using tape or glue.
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Tips & Notes:
Keep an eye on how the colors spread and the textures change. If colors aren't traveling, try thinner materials. Display your tree on a windowsill or bookshelf for best effect.