I saw this tutorial on Centsational Girl's blog and have been wanting to try it since we have a huge-arse magnolia tree in our front yard. Magnolias and dogwoods are my two favorite trees down South and remind me of when we used to live in Georgia when I was little. I love the sturdy waxy leaves of a magnolia and it makes for a perfect craft project. If you can't find a magnolia tree nearby, maybe try bay leaves spray painted gold or brown.