10" garden drip pan
old spoon
mixing bucket
Quikrete sand mix
1 small screen piece, slightly smaller than the drip pan
craft wood stick
Water
work gloves (optional)
petroleum jelly
Embellishments:marbles, pebbles/stones, shells, beads, flat marbles/gems, small mosaics, beach glass, stained glass, special keepsakes
1. Work in an area with a protected work surface where the step can remain undisturbed for 3 days.
2. Rub a generous amount of petroleum jelly on the sides and bottom of the drip tray before setting the tray on your work surface.
3. Combine 5 parts of concrete with 1 part of water; Mix until you get the consistency of cookie dough. Add more water and/or Quikrete, if needed, to achieve desired consistency.
4. Fill the mold halfway with the mixture and smooth the surface. Place the mesh in the mold and finish filling the mold. Gently tap around the outside of the pan to remove any air bubbles and level the surface of the mixture. If you plan to write on the concrete or make a footprint or footprint, allow the concrete to set for 30 minutes to 2 hours to ensure a clean impression; The preparation time will depend on the humidity of the mixture..
5. Decorative embellishments can be added up to 2 hours after filling the tray. If you make a mistake, remove the items, flatten the top with the side of a craft stick or spoon, tap the sides to smooth, and start over.!
6. The step should stand for 2-3 days without being disturbed. Once the stone is dry, gently remove it from the mold.
