Kids Craft Ideas: Garden Rock Decor

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Is your garden looking a little lonely? Here's how to make cute garden animals with supplies from around the house. All you need are rocks and imagination. This project is suitable for children ages 4 and up.
Supplies
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You will need:

- Rocks
- Paint, including white
- Paintbrushes
Step 1
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First, paint the rocks white and allow them to dry. This base coat creates a blank slate that allows the colors on top to pop. If you skip this step, your colors won't show as brightly on darker rocks.
Step 2
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Paint the rocks to resemble various garden creatures. For example, you may choose a butterfly or a ladybug. To make a caterpillar, paint multiple rocks to use as "links" in the caterpillar's body.
Step 3
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Once dry, take the rocks outside to a safe place in the garden and arrange them in their new home. Be sure to choose a place that won't be in the way of the lawnmower.