Painted rock photo holder: Painted Rock Photo Holder Craft for Kids

Painted Rock Photo Holder Craft for Kids

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This painted rock photo holder craft for kids is perfect as a homemade gift for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Christmas, and also makes a great summer camp craft! This creative craft using stones of various sizes can be adapted for just about any age. I’ll share tips for adapting this craft for each of the directions below.

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Painting rocks has become quite the trend recently… and for good reason! There are so many creative ways to paint rocks, and there’s just something super special about creating with items from the outdoors.

Why not turn your painted rocks into a special keepsake? In this tutorial I’ll show you how to use your painted rocks to make special photo holders you can display at home or give as gifts to those special people in your life.

Don’t be hesitant to do this craft with young children. With a few modifications, which I’ll share below, even preschoolers can take part in this special rock craft for kids!

Materials for Painted Rock Photo Holder

• Rocks or stones (You can collect your own from outside, or purchase them from a craft store or online. Just be sure not to get rocks or stones that are glazed. The paint will have trouble adhering to the surface.)
• Acrylic paints in various colors and paintbrushes
• A sealant- like Mod Podge or Krylon Satin Finish
• Craft or floral wire (similar to this)
• Beads
• Bead tools like wire cutter and pliers (I have this inexpensive kit that works well.)
• Special photos to display

Directions for Painted Rock Photo Holder

1. Start by washing your rocks with water and letting them dry completely. This is a fun task for the kids to do!

2. Set up an area to paint your rocks or stones. You can use newspaper to cover your table, or I’ve invested in a few drop cloths. These last quite a while and protect tables really well. If you have a classroom, you can get one per table group. I also place a jar of soapy water on the table for used brushes to be placed in. That makes clean up super easy!

3. Depending on the darkness of your rocks, you might want to paint them white first so you’ll have a nice, blank canvas to work with. We painted ours with white acrylic paint and let them dry. You could do this ahead of time (even spray paint them white if you’re doing this with a large class) or let the kids do it on their own.

4. Use various colors of acrylic paint and get busy creating. You can paint designs, mandalas, pictures, flowers, just about anything on your rocks. We like to use various sized paintbrushes and even cotton swabs to make dots. (I usually have the kids choose about 3-4 colors of acrylic paint and squirt a bit of each on their own paper plate to use as a palate. I also have a selection of various sized brushes available to them.)

5. Once your rocks have dried completely, it’s a good idea to seal them with a sealant. We usually use Mod Podge or Krylon Satin Finish. If you’re using the Krylon Satin Finish, you’ll definitely want an adult to do this step.

6. The next day after the sealant has had a chance to dry completely, it’s time to add the wire to your rock. There are various gauges of wire available and any will work as long as you make sure the wire you choose will fit through your selected beads. For our photo holders, we used 20 gauge wire.

I dislike giving exact ages because every child is different, but I’d say probably any child younger than 4th grade will need assistance with this step. And if doing this with preschool, kindergarten, first, or even second grade, I might actually just have an adult do this step for the child.

Take the end of the wire and hold it on top of the rock. Wrap the wire around the rock one time (sometimes you have to be creative and pick which directions will hold the wire best). Twist the wire together with your fingers first and then carefully tighten with pliers so the wire doesn’t slip off.

7. Cut the wire so you have about 7-8 inches left sticking straight up from your rock.

8. String beads onto the wire until you have about 3 inches left at the top. Younger children will definitely want to use beads with a larger center like pony beads. Older children can use smaller beads. Like I said before, just be sure to check that the beads you’ve chosen for the project fit onto the size of wire you are using beforehand.

9. Now it’s time to create the loop to hold the photo. Any child younger than 4th grade would most likely need an adult to do this step. Take a Sharpie or thicker marker, and wrap the remaining wire around it securely about 2-3 times until it reaches the beads. Use your pliers to adjust the loop so it’s sticking up straight.

Look at all the DIY painted rock photo holders together- so colorful and fun!

10. Place a special photo inside the loop to display! For Mother’s Day or Father’s Day, it could be a special photo of the child with his or her parent.

For Christmas you could use a photo of a child in a Santa hat. If you want the photo to remain in the rock photo holder permanently, you can hot glue it to secure it. Otherwise, the photo can be changed out.

Children might also want to take their own photos to display. My daughter loves using the Fujifilm Instax camera to take her photos. She loves how they come out immediately and there’s all kinds of different film types available like monochrome, film with rainbow borders, and even film with a Star Wars border!

Rock Photo Holders – One Little Project

May 8, 2017 by Megan Kapple

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Hi everyone! It’s Megan from Homemade Ginger again and I’m sharing another incredibly easy yet adorable craft today. This one is great for the kiddos to do with very little help from anyone!

Like most people, I have a million photos on my phone and computer, but ironically not many around my house. It always seems like the biggest chore to actually get my photos printed. I’ve been trying to be better about having actual real photos in my home and I’m always trying to come up with easy ways to display them and switch them out. I made some copper wire photo holders that I love but I wanted to come up with a version that kids could create themselves.

These come together so quickly and are relatively inexpensive to make. You can find a bag of smooth river rocks at the craft store and some copper wire at the hardware store, or pretty much anywhere! Paint the rocks solid colors or mix it up with patterns. You could even just keep them unpainted for a more rustic feel. These little photo holders would be such a cute gift for dad or Grandpa for Father’s day. Wouldn’t they look adorable sitting on an office desk?

I was inspired by these photo holders but decided to mix it up a bit by making bright painted versions! They can be customized for any decor. I think they would also look really classy if you just painted them white or gray!

Rock Photo Holders

The full instructions are at the bottom of this post, but here’s what you will need:

• Smooth Rocks
• Copper Wire
• Needle Nose Pliers
• Acrylic Paint
• Mod Podge

Stick photos in between the wire loops to hold them upright! Such a cute DIY idea!

It’s hard to believe how easy these are!

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Rock Photo Holders

Your kids will love helping with this project!

Prep Time5 mins

Active Time20 mins

Total Time25 mins

Yield: 1 rock photo holder

Author: Megan Kapple | Homemade Ginger

• Needle nose pliers

• Smooth Rocks
• Copper Wire
• Acrylic Paint
• Mod Podge

• Paint a rock a solid color, adding multiple coats if necessary to make it opaque.

• Once dry, take a small brush, and add in some patterns (polka dots, lines etc.)

• When the patterns have dried, add a layer of Mod Podge to preserve the colour of the paint.

• Wrap a wire around a pen or marker a few times to make some loops. This is where the photo will be held.

• Straighten out the rest of the wire underneath the loops. Wrap the rest of the wire around the stone.

• Stick a photo in between the loops to hold it upright.

• Your rock photo frame is complete!

Make a few or a bunch of these rock photo holders to give away. Your kids will love helping with this project!

Filed Under: Crafts for Adults, DIY, Holidays, Kids Crafts and Activities, Other Holidays and Occasions
Tagged With: Contributors, Father’s Day, Kids Crafts, Megan Kapple, mothers day, photo holders, rocks, wire

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Stone Hematite – photo, types, properties, who suits the sign of the zodiac

Hematite is a mineral with a high content of iron. Its name means “red-blooded”. In fact, the crystal can be of completely different shades, from brown to black. The stone has a metallic, slightly matte sheen. If the hematite plates are very thin, they can be translucent. Fairly fragile.

In nature, this is a common mineral, there are large mines, for example, in Ukraine (Krivoy Rog basin), in Russia, Switzerland and Austria, as well as in Brazil. 5 main types of hematite are mined from these deposits:

– iron mica

– bloodstone;

– red iron rose;

– martite;

– aqueous hematite.

In addition, large deposits have been found on Mars.

Stone is actively used in various industries. A high-quality dye is made from it (our ancestors did this; many petroglyphs are painted with this paint). In addition, earlier it was even used as a mirror. nine0003

The mineral is actively used in jewelry; brooches, amulets, rings are made from it.

In industry, hematite is also actively used, making cast iron, oilcloth, red pencils, linoleum.

Various magical and healing properties are attributed to the mineral. Our ancestors believed that he would give warriors strength, courage and invulnerability. In addition, it is useful for men, as it improves potency. Therefore, seeing off their husbands to the war, the wives sewed a piece of the gem into their clothes. The stone was also often spoken to enhance its energy. nine0003

It is not for nothing that hematite is translated as “blood” – it is really a blood stone that has a beneficial effect on red bodies. Wearing a mineral in the chest area can normalize the work of the heart, as well as reduce pressure. In addition, it has a beneficial effect on the functioning of the spleen, liver, pancreas. It also helps in the fight against sexually transmitted diseases. With bleeding, a natural stone will also come in handy.

Gems of this type do not have a positive effect on all signs of the Zodiac. nine0003

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To feel the full power of the mineral, experts advise wearing jewelry with it: earrings, bracelets, beads, brooches and rings.

On the market, you can easily come across not a real stone, but a fake. It is really difficult for a non-professional to distinguish the original from the craft, but there is one sure way: to check if the stone is magnetized. Natural hematite, unlike analogues, will not be attracted. It is also recommended to try to hold the mineral on paper – it should leave a red mark. nine0003

Hematite reserves in nature are quite large, in addition, the mineral is formed quite quickly, so you can buy it quite inexpensively. Finished products (beads, bracelets) can cost from $ 1.5.

Take good care of your hematite if you want to keep it. Remember that the stone is hard, but at the same time quite fragile – try not to drop it. In addition, the mineral does not tolerate intense friction.

If the gem is dusty, there are 2 ways to clean it:

– Rinse under running water and then dry in a dry place, making sure that the sun’s rays do not fall on it;

– Wipe with a woolen or suede cloth.

Do not store hematite in the same box with other minerals.

Beautiful stone crafts. Crafts from stones and sea pebbles (40 photos). From sea pebbles

What can be done from pebbles with your own hands? Use these ideas and you will see that stone is the perfect decor material. nine0003

You don’t have to bring sea stones from your vacation – today you can buy pebbles in construction, decor and craft stores. Go through those that are nearby, most likely, the problem will not arise. Of course, natural seafood can also be used for crafts from sea stones, but keep in mind that sea pebbles tend to be covered with white bloom, so you can’t choose for some types of work. It is better to find river pebbles or give preference to artificially created pebbles. nine0003

And now, it’s time to move from theory to practice – how can you use pebbles in your art and what can you do with your own hands?

If you want to create something useful, start with rugs for your bathroom or hallway. In addition to the spectacular appearance, these mats have a healthy massage effect, acting on the points of the foot.

It is easiest to make a stone massager using any rubber mat as a basis. You need to glue the pebbles with transparent waterproof glue, selecting the elements so that unattractive rubber is not visible. nine0003

You can make a hot plate in the same way.

Another useful application is . For indoor plants, choose the smallest stones, and for large flowerpots, look for large stones. It is convenient to stick small pebbles on a transparent “Moment” or with a glue gun, and large pebbles can be attached to concrete mortar or tile glue. For smooth products, it is important to use a reinforcing mesh.

By the way, wonderful cacti are obtained from pebbles, if you paint them beautifully and choose the right shape. Do not be afraid to make a mistake – the stones will endure everything! nine0003

If you know how to or are just learning to paint, try to paint the stones using the photos provided as a basis. The simplest decorations – eyes, can be realized even by a child.

With the help of small stones, it is easy to build stylish candlesticks and. For such work, even glue is not required.

With a little imagination, the ore of the stones makes great photo frames, boxes, jewelry and much more. The only downside is that now you will bring even more stones from your vacation. But craft pebbles can also be bought at hardware stores. nine0003

Do not stop at one thing, they are waiting for you, try yourself in different types of creativity.

Crafts from stones can be made from a variety of pebbles: construction, ordinary street, sea.

They go well with shells, pasta and other materials, but even in pure stone, the craft will look original and interesting. And you can take stones of different sizes and shapes, and most importantly, colors to create it.

By the way, if you have multi-colored stones, you can combine them so that you don’t even have to paint the craft. nine0003

Stone bottle

An ordinary wine bottle can be turned into an original piece of decor by decorating it with thin stones.

However, if you have certain skills and sharp tools, existing stones can be cut into thin plates, and even give them a shape.

In addition, multi-colored natural material does not even need to be painted, but even if you need colors that are not available, you can paint the stones and get a beautiful

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For example, gouache…

It will not be waterproof, but if the craft will decorate the interior, you can opt for it.

What you need:

• wine bottle;
• plasticine grey;
• thin sheets of stones or bulk stones;
• beads;
• rhinestones.

So, first we take a bottle, clean it well from dirt and dust. Of course, we remove the label in advance and the layer of glue that could remain on the surface. nine0003

Stone crafts can be used both in interior and landscape design. After all, such beauty does not require much effort and spending money!

Stone crafts are an unusual way to draw attention to your yard or apartment interior. Such designs fit into the natural environment as organically as possible due to their naturalness. Crafts made of stone always look stylish and allow you to add an economy note to the design.

Applications
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Crafts from stones that you can build with your own hands are divided into several types.

Landscaping crafts, which are made directly to decorate summer cottages and suburban areas. Around them, you can form a local landscape, for example, equip a recreation area or make a pond.

Crafts made with glue and stone surface painting. Such products can be used for decorating both a suburban area and indoors. It can be a painted boulder of the original form or a hot stand made of pebbles. nine0003

By the way, such crafts in combination with shells form a special water area in the room, especially if there is an aquarium. So you can decorate the interior of a living room or office in a marine style.

Accessories and various gifts. Such crafts allow you to convey all the warmth of the hands and love to the donee from the master. Most often, crafts of this type are made of small stones in the form of figures of animals or plants. Special breeds of stones can become a talisman of a person.

Learning to make stone crafts is not that difficult. You can borrow some of the ideas that are presented in this material, or create something of your own.

Stone craft options

As mentioned earlier, stone crafts can be used for various purposes, so it is worth considering each type separately with examples.

Garden crafts

This is the most common craft for decorating the local area. Usually in a suburban area there is a large amount of material for the manufacture of this kind of crafts. If it is not there, then there is nothing difficult to collect the pebbles of the required size on the river bank or elsewhere. nine0003

The easiest way to make a ladybug or a caterpillar according to this algorithm:

1. Preparing stones of the desired shape and size.
2. Applying paint to the surface.
3. Painting of each pebble in accordance with the idea.
4. Drying the finished craft.
5. Lacquer coating to preserve the appearance and quality characteristics for a long time.

Tip!
Children can be involved in the manufacture of such simple stone crafts, who will be happy to decorate the structure. nine0003

Some stone figurines can serve as a flower garden or as a frame for a decorative pond on the site. For example, you can lay out a star, a turtle or any other pattern from boulders, which will become the basis for planting flowers inside it.

Pebbles painted like fairy-tale houses are ideal for decorating a playground. In such an environment, the child’s play will be more interesting, and the territory of the site will change.

Chaotically interconnected sea pebbles perfectly complement any area. With their help, you can dilute the appearance of the lawn or frame a recreation area. nine0003

Spatial figures can be found less often in suburban areas. But such options for crafts look just great and soundly. They are made necessarily with the use of a metal frame, so that the stones hold more securely. For example, from stones you can make crafts in the form of a dragon or any other creature. To do this, follow this technology:

1. A schematic representation of the future crafts on paper, specifying its size and the required amount of material.
2. Selection of suitable material in terms of size and shape.

   Important!
   It is best to use limestone for crafts, which is much easier to process than other rocks.

3. Making a concrete base for crafts, since even a small figurine has a significant weight. In the process of pouring in concrete, it is necessary to place pieces of reinforcement or wire for later stones to be mounted on them. In this case, the diameter of the reinforcing bars is chosen to be 8–12 mm.
4. While the foundation is setting, you can prepare the stones and drill holes in them with a hammer drill. nine0294
5. Formation of the frame by bending the reinforcement.
6. Placement of stones on the frame.

   Tip!
   To prevent the stones from turning on the wire, they are fixed with concrete mortar.

7. Refinement of individual fragments of the craft to indicate its constituent elements, for example, the mouth and eyes.
8. Adding accents to the craft by coloring its details.

Here is an example of a turtle gabion:

It is not necessary to make such large figures, stone crafts on the site can be small. For example, animal figures are assembled from small stones that are attached to each other with pins and cement mortar. Such a family will give the garden a family atmosphere and comfort. nine0003

Stone flower – a symbol of energy charge will appeal to all those who are interested in oriental practices. It is also easy to make this craft near your home. For the reliability of the structure, a small base is poured under it, and the sharp-angled stones are fastened together, forming a half-opened bud.

Stone decorative items

For the interiors of apartments and houses, stone is also often used. This addition looks like a very advantageous one. Most of those who have vacationed or live near the sea have fancy pebbles at home. Most often they just lie idle, as a reminder of a fun holiday. And what if you build a unique craft from them, which will further decorate the interior of your home. nine0003

In the process of making, you can ask for help from children, which will help you get more original options for crafts. Bright fish are perfect for decorating the bathroom. To make them, you just need to color the pebbles at your discretion in the form of fish. Such crafts can be laid out on shelves or glued to the wall. If you collect them on some basis and supplement them with other marine attributes, you will get an original panel that fits perfectly into a room in a Mediterranean or other style that reminds you of a light sea breeze. nine0003

No less attractive are panels of small pebbles, which are folded in the form of a flower or a combination of plants. You can even “plant” a suitable stone in a pot with gypsum and paint it like a real plant. Such a decorative craft diversifies the modest interior of a bedroom or office space, and guests will not immediately guess that the flower is not real.

Decorating rooms with stone does not end with ordinary panels. For the kitchen, for example, heat-resistant coasters for pots made of stones glued together, located on a rigid base of plywood or cardboard, will become relevant. nine0003

An interesting and functional solution is a stone shoe stand. To design such a craft, you need to take a pallet and carry out the following steps:

• glue stones over its entire surface;
• fill the bottom with soil;
• cover it with a layer of stones on top.

So, wet shoes placed on this stand will dry out faster, due to the absorption of moisture by the ground.

Ideal stone for the bathroom. A rug made of this material will be convenient not only for the possibility of quick drying, but will also serve as a certain massage tool for the feet. nine0003

Important!
Designers advise using stones as much as possible in any room, as it is a natural and versatile material that does not change its properties over time.

The use of stone finishing of interior items is allowed even in modern styles, for example, high-tech. If you put a couple of large tubs with flowers, which are pasted over with stones, in such a decorated room, you can get an eco-style atmosphere.

Photo frames – these are the crafts that will definitely please the owner and guests. If the house has an area with photos of family members posted, or just a few photos in the usual frames, you can beat them with stones. Usually, shells are also taken in addition, so that the composition of the craft looks more organic. To fix the elements, you need good glue, it is better to use hot glue from a gun. Decorations are taken at your discretion and depending on the desired result. nine0003

Important
! The base of the frame should be wide enough without relief so that you can easily fix all the stones and shells on the craft.

The technology for creating a frame of stones and shells is as follows:

1. Workplace preparation – table decoration with newspaper or paper.
2. Sorting and selection of shells and stones.
3. Decorating the first row of the frame with large shells and stones, the second row with medium ones, and the subsequent rows with small ones.
4. Addition of empty spaces with decorative starfish, ribbons and other thematic attributes.

Almost every house has paintings. Ordinary, painted on canvas, are no longer as interesting as those made with their own hands from stones. This painstaking work requires perseverance and attention, but the result is worth it. The pebbles laid in a certain sequence on the craft allow an interesting pattern to appear on the base surface, which will successfully fit into the design of any room in the house, be it a kitchen, an entrance hall, a living room, a bathroom, a bedroom, and even a nursery. nine0003

Conclusion

Stone crafts are not only an original decoration of the garden plot, but can also be presented as a gift. No connoisseur of beauty will remain indifferent when receiving such a present. And the fact that the handicraft is made by hand is only a plus for the donor.

Stone crafts are fun and useful activities for children and adults. They can decorate an apartment, a plot in the country or the yard of your own house. They can serve as toys for children of all ages. Working with stone allows you to show maximum imagination, and the combination with other ornamental materials gives you the opportunity to create real masterpieces. The variety of shapes and color shades of natural stone ensures the emergence of numerous ideas even among people who are far from art. nine0003

The specificity of stone crafts

Natural stone is one of the most common materials used to make various DIY crafts .

Home craftsmen are attracted by its strength, durability, resistance to any weather conditions, water resistance, chemical resistance. The main inconvenience is the complexity of processing due to high hardness, which requires certain skills and the appropriate tool. nine0003

Most often, the problem is solved by using pebbles of sea or river origin, which do not require processing, including grinding. For work, stones of different sizes and shapes are selected, which are used as a single element – single or in a composition. If necessary, they can be split into pieces of the desired size.

Various technologies are used to create crafts. The most commonly used mosaic, painting (coloring), masonry using glue or mortar. Craftsmen use stone cutting. Stones are harmoniously combined with other materials – shells, wood, metal. nine0003

Features of crafts for children

Watching children on the shore of a pond, you can see their craving for collecting stones, and it is found at different ages. This interest should be developed by creating beautiful and original stone crafts. It is best to carry out the manufacturing process together with the child, developing creativity in him. Stone crafts will become not only decoration, but also a favorite toy .

There are several options for crafts for children. nine0003

Painted toys

Toddlers are interested in colorful bright trinkets. You can pick up a pebble of the desired shape and use acrylic paints to paint a pebble. The most popular are such stone toys: a car, various animals (owls, hares, fish, snails, etc.), the image of “cartoon” or fairy-tale characters, vegetables, fruits. For example, a round stone simply asks to become a watermelon.

Compositions

Several painted stones can make a fun game:

1. Houses .
   It is necessary to pick up stones that are close in shape to cubes. They are painted in the form of a house and can be decorated with paper or fabric stripes. From these “houses” you can build a whole city. An example of a craft is shown in the image below;
2. Animal world. Compositions with stone animals especially attract children. An example is a photo where stone frogs are planted on green cardboard leaves “floating” against a blue background. The composition “Ladybug”, shown in the figure below, looks beautiful. Children will undoubtedly like bright insects on green paper or a natural lawn in the country; nine0294
3. Crafts for grade 1 .
   They will help you learn the alphabet and counting. On a flat pebble, you can draw letters and use them to form words. Similar classes can be carried out in arithmetic, if you draw numbers and signs of mathematical operations. You can easily make stone abacus. The flat box must be divided into parallel cells, in which pebbles of different colors will be located. By moving them with your finger, you can add or subtract.

The simplest crafts for children are made from one stone, on which the desired image is drawn. You can make more complex crafts. The animal is assembled from several pebbles of different sizes (torso, head, ears, etc.). You can connect with glue or plasticine. Cheburashka, snowman, hares, pandas, koalas and other animals are often made using this technique. nine0003

The use of sea stones

Crafts made from sea stones are distinguished by their originality, because such stones can have an unusual shape. Being on the seashore, you need to look for decorative stones thrown by the surf. Flat stones with a hole, pebbles of a bizarre shape, stones with inclusions and various imprints on the surface, and interesting colors are especially valued. At the same time, you should pay attention to the shells.

Beautiful decorations are obtained from sea stones – beads, bracelets, pendants. The flat smoothed shape allows you to apply any pattern. A common option is a souvenir with a magnet. A pattern is applied to the stone, and one or 2 magnets are glued on the back side. This craft can be fixed on the refrigerator. nine0003

The simplest craft, at the same time reminiscent of an unforgettable vacation at sea, is a glass container filled with sea pebbles of different colors. Particularly attractive is the composition of shells and stones .

In a transparent container, it will imitate the seabed, especially in the presence of “algae” made of plastic or synthetic threads.

The use of river stones

River stones are inferior in decorative effect to sea counterparts, but they also have a smooth shape and interesting natural colors. The main advantage is the availability and the ability to choose the right option. Crafts made from river stones are most suitable for a modern eco-style interior. nine0003

Suggested ideas:

1. Heat-resistant cloth. It can be used as a stand for a kettle or hot dishes. Its frame is made in the form of a flat box with sides no more than 2 cm high. You can use plastic or plywood. Small pebbles are laid inside with the formation of a certain pattern due to the natural coloring. Fastening – adhesive.
2. Rugs. Stone floor mats are helpful for people with flat feet. They are made by gluing flat pebbles to a dense fabric. It is best to use a hot glue gun. The pattern is formed by stones of different colors. Their additional coloring is undesirable, because the coating will quickly wear off. nine0294

Important! River pebbles can also be used for other types of crafts, including for painting. Their diversity is limited only by the imagination of the performer.

Crafts for landscape design

In the country house, in the courtyard of the house or in the garden, stone crafts look especially beautiful. They perform a decorative function and are used with benefit. You can give some options for their use in landscape design:

1. Arrangement of flower beds. With the help of stone, curbs are formed, an alpine hill is built, terraces and ledges are erected. Depending on the type of plants, separate large boulders or compositions of stones of different sizes can be used. nine0294
2. Arrangement of ornamental ponds. The water resistance of the stone allows it to be used for the bottom and walls of any reservoirs and water sources. Garden stone crafts in the form of fountains are especially popular. A rather original solution is waterfall .
   In this case, different options are possible. One of the easiest ways is to form a ledge. At the top of the stone wall, the stone lies horizontally and protrudes from the wall. Another option is a cascade, when several ledges are made at different heights. nine0294

3. Animal crafts. Stylized stone sculptures of animals make the design more original. Such crafts of various sizes are installed – horses, bears, deer, swans, herons, storks, etc. They are often made of stone and wood .
   A stone bird is shown using a combination of branches and stone.
4. Vases. Stone crafts in the shape of a flowerpot allow you to create a small flower bed anywhere. They can be round, rectangular, polygonal or have an unusual configuration. The connection of stones can be provided with a cement-sand mortar. The flowerpot can have the color of natural stone or be painted in the desired color. nine0294
5. Stone plants. Most often, simple but bright imitations of various plants are used. It is very easy to place a stone “mycelium” on the site. The legs are white oblong stones, and the caps are horizontally laid flat pebbles, which are painted in the desired color. The fly agaric family looks beautiful. Also cacti. Three or four green-colored stones are fastened together, forming a specific shape. The spines can be glued on. Such figurines look better in separate pots. nine0294

The most common use of stone in landscape design is the construction of paths and areas. Usually flat pebbles are used, and the coating can be formed by a large stone or in the form of a backfill of a layer of small pebbles.

Important! By selecting stones by color, you can create a certain ornament on the paths without painting.

Stone panels and decorations

Decorative panels and original colorful paintings can be created from natural and colored stones. Plots can be very diverse. Several ideas can be suggested. When arranging a playground, it is better to use fairy tales and the image of animals. Joy will fill the atmosphere, for example, a couple of bears. The image of flowers and still lifes with fruits is popular. An example of a fairly simple panel is shown – a camomile made of stones and branches

Small stone jewelry can replace store-bought jewelry. Pendants or souvenirs in the shape of a heart look beautiful. If such a craft is beautifully painted, then it can be a good gift. A simple mandala looks modern, to which magical properties are attributed.

Decoupage makes stone crafts especially attractive. With the help of this technique, you can make a beautiful craft from any stone. It is important to choose an unusual shape of the right size. The technique consists in layer-by-layer gluing on the subject of multi-colored napkins, paper or fabric, followed by coating with a special varnish. You can use ready-made pictures for sticking.