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DIY Garden Markers from Paint Stir Sticks {Kids Crafts}

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Here’s a fun way for kids to make garden markers that will add a bright, unique touch to any planting space.
Supplies:
  • Paint stir sticks (free in the paint section of most stores)
  • craft paint
  • a Sharpie or Paint Pen
  • Clear spray sealer
  • A kid willing to paint a bunch of sticks for you
Fortunately, I already had all these on hand when I needed labels for my container garden, especially the kid who loves to paint anything.

I just let him paint each stick a solid color on both sides of the stir stick. He always picks bright colors, which I love.
When it dried, I used my paint pen to write the name of the herb on it.
Last, I sprayed a clear protective coat onto the stick to keep it safe from the elements, and so far so good. They’ve lasted through the sun and the rain.

The result is a simple project, virtually free, with a unique touch to your garden that you can use and your little one can be proud of. 
It’s a Win-Win.
*Use with my Mother’s Day Garden Signs for a garden full of fun kids art!*
 

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  7. ATLanta Saving Moms says

    This was such a great article and I truly enjoyed reading it. I am going to start a flower pot garden soon and hopefully I can keep the rabbits from hopping on in to grab a few treats. 🙂 Feel free to visit back (www.Simplesavingsforatlmoms.com) ~ Quida

  11. Lisa @ Flour Me With Love says

    My kids will love making these for our garden! Thanks so much for sharing at Mix it up Monday 🙂

  13. The House at Bluebird Lane says

    Such an easy project that the kids will enjoy! Visiting you from Kammy's Korner. I'm happy to be now following and look forward to seeing more of your creative projects!