Inspired by my boys' new found love of all things that glow in the dark, these homemade garden markers are super fun for kids to help make. They work perfectly in both outdoor gardens or indoor herb gardens, and would even make a great addition to a garden themed gift!
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Homemade Glow in the Dark Garden Markers
You only need a few simple supplies to make these garden markers, and no artistic talent is required. Here's what you need.Supplies:
- Glow in the dark paint- Paint brush
- Large, wide wood craft sticks
- Newspaper or scrap paper
- Permanent marker
- Clear sealant (optional for indoor use)
Directions:
1. Begin by placing the wood craft sticks on a piece of newspaper. This will help soak up any paint that runs off the sides.2. Continue by applying a coat of glow in the dark paint to the wood craft sticks. You will notice that this paint goes on light, so be prepared to build on the coats.
3. Add two more coats of the glow in the dark paint, allowing coats to dry well in between.
4. Once the sticks are completely dry, flip them over so you can paint the opposite side using the same 3 coat process.
5. Once both sides are dry, take your marker and start writing the names of the plants you wish to identify on the sticks. You want to keep your lettering closer to one end of the stick as the opposite end will be in the ground. Press firmly as you write.
6. You can coat your sticks with a clear sealant if you are using these outside. It's not necessary for indoor herb gardens. You can use a sealant like this, or even a thin coat of clear nail polish will work.
To use your glow in the dark garden markers, just press them into the soil to identify the plant.
That's it! Your garden is ready to glow and I guarantee your kids will love how it looks after dark.
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