How to Make a Mushroom Yard Ornament

Mushrooms are said to have magical powers that can bring a magical touch to any nook or crany of an enchanted garden. With just a few supplies and a little imagination you can create a mushroom yard ornament. You can make several of these in different sizes, or scatter them throughout your yard. They look adorable with little lawn animals, fairies, or gnomes setting under them.These yard ornaments hold up well in most weather conditions and can be embellished with moss, faux flowers, dried foliage, even broken tiles for a mosaic look. Follow these simple instructions and you can have a sweet addition to your lawn or garden in no time!

1 Terracotta pot
1 Terracotta saucer; one size larger than pot
Craft paint
Paint brush
Hot glue
Hot glue gun
Embellishments

Instructions

Make a Mushroom Yard Ornament
- 1
  Wash both the terracotta pot and the terracotta saucer with mild soap and water to remove any dust or debris. Let dry thoroughly.
- 2
  Turn your terracotta pot upside down. Turn the terracotta saucer upside down and hot glue to the bottom of the terracotta pot.
- 3
  Paint your new mushroom with craft paint. Paint the inside, as well as the exterior, to provide extra protection against the elements. Get creative and make your mushroom as magical as you would like.
- 4
  Use hot glue to add embellishments to your new mushroom lawn ornament. If desired, spray with an acrylic sealer for added protection from the weather.
- 5
  Now all you have to do is find the perfect spot to put your special mushroom. You may just get lucky and find a critter or two taking shelter under it!

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