A technique for creating vines for a diorama

[PHPaul]

This may not be original, but it occurred to me to try this and I'm happy with the results:

Start with a length of jute package twine, cut a suitable piece off, glue a short section together for the "trunk" and fan the rest out as branches.

Coat the result with a liberal dose of spray adhesive.  You may paint the armature first to match the color of bark you want.  Let the paint dry before spraying the adhesive.

Sprinkle it with scale leaves.  I like Noch brand, available in various shades of green and some Fall colors.  

Glue to the base and spread the branches as desired.

[NOBLNG]

Looks pretty realistic to me. Now if I could get around to building a diorama….?

[Bainford]

Nice effect, Paul. Thanks for sharing.

[crazyjim]

Excellent tip.  thanks.