DIY easy concrete stepping stones
Here's how to make your own concrete stepping stones with an organic design that you can create using elements from your own garden. These concrete stepping stones are much nicer than the ready-made ones you buy and are quick and easy to make.
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YOU WILL NEED:
A large leaf - I have previously used rhubarb leaves for this project and it works great, but you can also use gunnera, philodendron or any plant that has large veined leaves.
Bagged cement and sand - find at
Builders
Large cardboard tube or cake ring
Spray 'n Cook
HERE'S HOW:
Whatever you use as a mould for the stepping stone should fit nicely over the leaf. You want to show as much of the veins on the back of the leaf as possible. The more veins your leaf has, the more detailed the stepping stone will be.
Spray the inside of the mould with Cook 'n Spray to make it easier to remove once the cement has set.
Place the leaf on a flat, level surface and position the mould on top of this. Mix up the cement and pour into the mould. The cement doesn't need to be any thicker than about 4cm, any thicker and the cement may not set properly.
Leave to cure for the recommended time and then carefully remove the mould to reveal your detailed stepping stone. Now you are ready to make the next one.