How To Make Skeleton Leaves.

STEPS TO MAKE SKELETON LEAVES:
1. Choose leaves which have strongly-defined veins, such as a magnolia or rubber tree.For beginners it is better to take maple leaves.
2. Dry and press the leaves in an old telephone book.
3. Make a strong solution of Washing Soda and soak the dried leaves in it until the flesh becomes pulpy.
4. Rinse in clean water and gently brush away the pulp with an old toothbrush.

YOU CAN ALSO TRY THIS METHODS:

1. Firstly choose a leaf and place it in a water for 40-45 days. You should change the water for every 2-3 days and remove the pulp. Now after 40-45 days take the leaves and place it in a soft cloth and slowly remove the excess pulp.

2. Place selected green leaves in a pot with 1 tsp Bicarb and 1 tsp Baking Powder and cover with water. Boil and reduce to a low heat. Stir gently from time to time. Once leaves have softened, rub off flesh gently. When complete, bleach the leaves and leave to dry on paper towels.Select strong ones for crafts i.e.. mobiles, cards, ect!