In October, we met in the Arboretum to make Leaf Lanterns. For those who were not able to make it, here are the directions for this wonderful Autumn craft. Hopefully, one blustery afternoon, you and your child can make your own.

 1. Gather up lovely leaves on a walk - the more colorful, the better.
 2. Pull out some glue, a jar for your lantern, a paintbrush and some white tissue paper.
 3. Water down the glue a bit in a cup and tear your tissue paper into little pieces.
 4. Decoupage a thin layer of tissue paper onto your jar all the way around (but not on the bottom or on the inside).
 5. Now you can place your leaf - just hold it in place, cover it with a layer of tissue, and then decoupage in onto the jar. Allow the jar to dry and you are done. Get a beeswax candle for the inside and you have a lovely lantern for your winter table.