How to Make a Decorative Garden Path

Learn how to make a fun, leaf-inspired garden path with this step-by-step guide.

Excerpted from Ready, Set, Grow! by DK BooksDorling Kindersley
Filed under: Walkways, How To

Concrete Leaf Stepping Stones Lead to Playhouse

Dance along your very own winding path through your garden. Make these eye-catching steppingstones by molding concrete into pretty leafy shapes. You'll need big leaves for this project, like the ones on rhubarb, zucchini and sunflower plants.

Materials Needed:

disposable plastic gloves
apron
large plant leaves
powdered cement mix

large plastic container
putty knife
cardboard
sand

1. Mix the Cement

Mix up the cement into a thick paste in a large plastic container. Be sure to follow the instructions on the packaging. Remember to wear an apron and disposable plastic gloves.

2. Position the Leaf

For each stone, lay one leaf flat on a large piece of cardboard. The leaf's veiny reverse side should be facing up.

Lay Large Leaf Out Flat with Veiny Side Up

3. Spread Cement on the Leaf

With a putty knife, spread the cement all over the leaf. This layer should be about 1/2-inch (1 cm) thick at the edges and at least 1 1/2 inches (4 cm) thick at the center.