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Experience the joy of handmade art with this simple DIY project! You'll create a beautiful pressed-leaf frame using natural treasures. Follow these steps carefully to discover how fun DIY can be.
Materials Needed:
• 4 small wooden sticks(15 cm each)
• Pressed leaves/flowers
• Clear glue
• Scissors
• Ruler
Methods:
• Prepare the base: Measure the sticks with a ruler. Cut them to 10 cm if needed.
• Build the frame: Arrange sticks into a square. Apply glue to the ends. Press corners together firmly for 30 seconds.
• Decorate: Select your favourite pressed leaves. Place them creatively on the frame. Not only use whole leaves, but also try cutting them into shapes.
• Finish: Spread glue thinly over leaves. Wait 24 hours for it to dry completely.
Why I Love Handicrafts:
This activity brings not only relaxation but also a sense of achievement. The true joy comes when you hold your finished piece—a unique artwork no one else owns! DIY teaches patience and problem-solving skills. Remember: Mistakes are part of learning. If a leaf tears, don't panic; turn it into a new design. Handicrafts make us observe the world more carefully and appreciate small beauties.
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B
)4. What should you do immediately after arranging sticks into a square?
A. Measure them again.
B. Apply glue to the ends.
C. Press leaves onto them.
D. Wait for 24 hours.
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B
)5. How long should the wooden sticks be for the frame?
A. 24 cm.
B. 15 cm.
C. 10 cm.
D. 30 cm.
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C
)6. According to the text, where does the true joy of DIY come from?
A. Buying expensive materials.
B. Following instructions perfectly.
C. Holding the finished unique artwork.
D. Copying others' designs.
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C
)7. What does DIY teach us according to the author?
A. To avoid making mistakes.
B. To work faster than others.
C. Patience and problem-solving skills.
D. To depend on ready-made products.
