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Sand-Cast Creativity

Using concrete, a few easy-to-find materials and a leaf from the garden you can create a birdbath that’s also a one-of-a-kind piece of art. And when you’re done with that you might want to make some more garden ornaments that are just as unique.

I’ve made a lot of sand-cast leaves over the years. They’re simple to make, fun to decorate and can last for years if you’re careful—I still have one that I made 17 years

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