Autumn Leave Picture Frames

Yesterday was Leaf pictures, today is leaf picture frames, two ways. They are both simple,using construction or computer paper and easy to find craft items. This is a great concept for young children.

Materials

Pumpkin Blooms

• Colored Construction Paper, Fall Colors-even purple
• Leaf shaped cookie cutters (I use Maple Leaves)
• Pencil
• Crayons
• Plain picture frame with smooth edges
• Glue or double-sided tape
• Scissors
• Autumn colored letters (optional)
• Picture-autumn or school

Directions:

 

1. Trace the cookie cutters onto the construction paper.
2. Draw the inside stems of the leaves onto the cut-outs (optional)
3. Place leaves around the frame, side by side, using glue or tape, have the edges sticking out, away from the picture area. Leave the bottom blank.
4. Place the name of the artist or the person in the pic using the letters on the bottom.
5. Place the picture in the frame.

Option 2:

Materials

 

• Dried collected Leaves
• White or light colored construction paper
• Crayons
• Autumn colored duct tape
• Scissors
• Glue or double-sided tape
• Picture Frame
• Picture

Directions:

 

1. Place leaves under the paper on a sturdy surface.
2. Use a crayon to copy the leaves (just go back and forth), set aside.
3. Place the duct tape around the frame, in four strips
4. Cut out the leaves as close to the outer lines as possible.
5. Place around the frame.
6. Put the picture in.

These are two simple ideas, great for young children and the fall. Happy Fall.