I like the ide of using mod podge or another acryllic, but won't it
get all yucky on my hands when I am handling them?

here's the link to making the roses, maybe I should stick to spraying
them when finished.
( I have to use a glove, or I end up 'freezing' my fingers in place,
ha ha!)

http://haha.nu/creative/how-to-make-...-maple-leaves/