Make a Fall Leaf Hanging Mobile

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Step-by-step instructions to make this beautiful decorative mobile using preserved fall leaves.

Total Time: 1

Makes: 1 Hanging mobile

Cost: $5

Gently make hole in each leaf near stem and attach desired length of clear thread. Knot to secure in place.
Alternately, thread can be attached to leaf using small bead of hot glue or silicone sealant.
1 spool Invisible thread, 25 Leaves, beeswax-dipped
With threads attached to leaves, secure to branch in desired arrangement. Alternate lengths for an interesting arrangement. Use dabs of hot glue or silicone sealant to further secure thread to branch.
1 36-inch Tree branch
Snip off any excess thread pieces.
(Optional) Attach an eye hook near each edge of branch, thread with wire and hang in window.
2 Eye hooks, 1 32-inch Wire (16 gauge)

Start with this tutorial to make hand-dipped beeswax leaves.

Suspend branch between two tall chairs or other surface when attaching threaded leaves. This will help prevent the threads from tangling.