Something Cute for Your Herb Garden!
I love easy and cute projects. It seems like this year we are spending a lot of time in our garden. The hubby plants the herb garden and I use painted stones to add a little bit of interest.
I find smooth rocks while walking Abby. š¶ You can also purchase them online or buy a bucket of stones from a landscaping business. I used a variety of small paintbrushes and a few colors of paint from my stash.
I decided not to paint the entire rock. It gives it a more natural look. Pick a paint brush small enough to do the job. I use paint samples purchased from Loweās hardware. I painted a somewhat oval shape following the contour of the rock leaving some space at the edge.
Using a toothpick that had the tip cut off I made white dots and dashes around the colored center. I used the end of a small paint brush for larger dots. Have fun experimenting with this.
It might be nice to have two different color plant markers. I especially love this green color. It did need two coats to get it dark enough. I only needed one coat of the red.
I used a short bristled fine paint brush to paint the name of the plant. Free hand and not at all perfect but just right for this project. Next time Iāll use fine tipped paint markers that I ordered. Canāt wait! I then used a sealer to get each stone ready for the outdoors.
Planted oregano.
Sliced fresh tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, basil and balsamic vinegar. A great summer salad.
Abby always has to get in the picture!!
I made a set for my daughter and used the small flat rate postal box to mail them to her. Just a little surprise to brighten up her day and her garden.
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I love simple!!!
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Love it! just found my project for the day! thank you! Aww your Abbyās precious!
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Thank you. She is always with me.
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Hi. Did you use water-based (latex or acrylic paint)? Would acrylic paint work? Also, what kind of sealer did you use? Thank you.