Description
Create a beautiful bioplastic sun catcher to invite light and color into your home while enjoying a calming crafting experience.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of water
- 1 tablespoon of corn syrup
- 3 tablespoons of cornstarch
- Optional: food coloring or natural dyes
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Shapes or cookie cutters for molding
- String or wire for hanging
Instructions
- Begin by pouring the water into a small pot.
- Place it gently over low heat, allowing the calm warmth to rise.
- Gradually mix in the corn syrup, stirring slowly with a spoon.
- Sprinkle in the cornstarch, stirring steadily until thickened.
- Add food coloring or natural dye if desired, stirring gently.
- Raise the heat slightly and keep stirring as the mixture warms and begins to bubble for about 2-4 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool for a moment.
- Spread parchment paper on a baking sheet and lay out cookie cutters or pour the mixture.
- Allow the poured mixture to cool and set for about one to two hours.
- Once cooled, carefully remove from parchment paper and create a small hole for hanging.
- Add string or wire and hang in a light-catching window.
Notes
Your sun catcher can last several months with proper care. Store it in a cool, dry place to prevent fading.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: Crafting
- Cuisine: N/A