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Item Description

This is an art and nature tote curated from small businesses in the USA, with brand new items made in the USA and in Japan. Nurture an appreciation for Mother Nature using this beautiful cherry wood flower press with leaves and flowers from your garden or gathered on a nature walk. Includes 5 reusable cardboard sheets. Create a small piece of art using the watercolor pad and crayons, and add water with the water brush pen to transform your crayon drawing into a beautiful watercolor painting. Send your artwork as a postcard, or display your artwork using the cherry wood card holder. All 5 items come in a natural burlap sack. When not in use, the flower press can be turned over and used as a riser for a plant, or for a small tableau on a nature table or seasonal display.

Why we support Kitpas

Our philosophy: Everyone, regardless of ability can find happiness and satisfaction through their work. 

In 1960 we hired our first 2 employees with intellectual disabilities. Since then we have adapted our manufacturing methods and work environment so we can continue to hire employees with different abilities. Currently 70% of our employees have intellectual disabilities. We are committed to enhancing our customers’ creative experience while engaging in empowering people with disabilities. Our goal is to have 100 employees with disabilities by the year 2030. 

Additional details from manufacturers' websites:

Cherry Wood Flower Press (Palumba.com)

Our unique flower press will add beauty and uniqueness to any craft table. Just tighten the wooden nuts to press down between our super thick cherry wood that already adds weight. Powered manually. This set includes 5 cardboard sheets (6" x 6" square) but you can also use any of your own paper as desired. Great for pressing flowers, leaves, etc., for future other art projects. When not in use, just turn over and use as a riser for planters, etc.

Dimensions: 7.5" x approx. 9.5" x 2.75" H
Materials: Cherry wood
Finish: Three BEEautiful Bees All Natural Beeswax Polish
Care: When the wood begins to look dull and dry, reapply our beeswax polish to recondition the wood. This will help preserve wooden items for generations to come.
Cherry Wooden Postcard Holder - 6" Long (Palumba.com)

The timeless, organic design of our cherry card holder complements all decors. 

Each Postcard Holder is a unique and beautiful way to display a card, postcard, a snapshot or a small child's drawing.

Dimensions: 6.25" L, 1 3/8" H, 1.25" D
Materials: Cherry hardwood
Finish: Three BEEautiful Bees All Natural Beeswax Polish
Care: When the wood begins to look dull and dry, reapply our beeswax polish to recondition the wood. This will help preserve wooden items for generations to come.
Made in USA
Strathmore Blank Watercolor Postcards 4" x 6" (Palumba.com)

Watercolor postcards that are blank for you to paint and send to friends and family or display in a postcard holder on your nature table! In this pack you have fifteen (15), 4" x 6" (10.0 cm x 15.2 cm) blank watercolor paper postcards. They are Acid free.

15 Blank watercolor postcards
Dimensions: 4" x 6"
By Strathmore
Made in the USA

Kitpas Art Crayons Large 12 colors (yearsofplay.com) for Kids ages 3+, Window Art, Erasable, Water-Soluble 

Welcome to the world of Kitpas - a new dimension in art materials. Kitpas Art Crayons- their buttery smoothness unleashes children's creativity instantly. Bright, bold drawings unfold with ease on almost any surface including paper, glass, mirrors and whiteboard. Our crayons are water soluble and with just a few strokes of a wet brush your drawing will become a gorgeous watercolor painting! Clean up is a snap on any non porous surface. All Kitpas products are non-toxic and safe for children.

PLEASE NOTE: 

Not for children under 3 years old.
Drawings can NOT be erased when done on chalkboard, wall, wood, paper, furniture and any porous surfaces.
Window drawings are recommended to be erased after use as the color will stain and be difficult to wipe off when left unerased for a long time.
If stain remains on window glass, apply window cleaner or vinegar with a paper towel or a sponge.
Kitpas Water Brush Pen (yearsofplay.com)

Use Kitpas as paint by adding water with this Water Brush. - Wash brush with water after use and let dry.