Have you finished enjoying your flowers?  Instead of just throwing them away, make them into art supplies.

Chalk

Take your dried petals and a piece of white chalk and boil both in water for a few hours.  The heat allows the color from the petals to transfer to the chalk.

Paint

Combine 1 ½ tablespoons of cocoa butter with 3 tablespoons of cornstarch.  Mix together until it is smooth with no lumps.  Set aside.

In a microwavable container, place petals with just enough water to cover them.  When the water boils (about 3 to 4 minutes), remove the container from the microwave.

Add the pigment to the mixture one drop at a time to get the perfect hue.  Mix thoroughly once you obtain the desired color.

Store in a cool, dark place away from UV rays that could affect the color.

Clay

Put a chunk of white clay into a pot of boiling water.  Add the flower petals of your choice.  Let it sit for a few hours until the desired color is obtained.

Have fun crafting with Beneva!