DIY Rain Boot Mat

April showers came early for us here in Los Angeles, but I know everyone across the country is either dealing with bad weather or will be soon! Here is an adorable springtime DIY for you to make that will brighten these gray and gloomy days. These DIY Rain Boot Mats are so easy, it’s not even fair to call it a DIY. You simply find adorable plastic grass and put it on a plate or platter, cut it to size if needed, and decorate it.

Materials for Mat

• Plastic platter, cookie sheet or tray

• Artificial grass tiles

• Scissors

• Outdoor spray paint (optional)

• Superglue

Materials for Lady Bug

• Polymer clay (red & black)

• Black acrylic paint

• Superglue

• Glass surface or Parchment paper

• Baking sheet

• Razorblade or matte knife

Directions for Mat

1. Measure the platter

2. Spray with outdoor paint (optional)

3. Cut the grass tiles to fit sheet size

4. Press grass tiles snugly (like a puzzle)

Tips

Use a platter or tray with a lip all around (a cookie sheet will work also).

Materials are available at all craft stores.

Directions for Lady Bug

1. Cut or pull off a piece of black clay and roll into the ladybug body shape

2. Pull or cut off a piece of red clay and mold into wing shapes

3. Press onto black body

4. Bake until hardened (follow directions on package)

5. Paint black dots on wings

6. Super glue ladybug onto the grass

Tips

The cornstarch keeps the clay from sticking.

Follow baking directions on the package.