Description
Create stunning and eco-friendly bioplastic suncatchers that enhance home decor and educate about sustainability.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup of water
- 2 tablespoons of cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons of vinegar
- 1 tablespoon of corn syrup
- Natural food coloring or water-based dye
- Wax paper or silicone mat
- Cookie cutters or a knife
- Paintbrush (optional)
- Sharp scissors (with adult supervision)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine water, cornstarch, vinegar, and corn syrup. Stir over medium heat until it thickens to a gel-like consistency, then remove from heat.
- Allow the mixture to cool slightly. Add natural food coloring or dye and mix well.
- Lay wax paper or silicone mat on a flat surface and pour a thin layer of the colored mixture. Use cookie cutters or a knife to shape the designs.
- Let suncatchers dry for at least 24 hours in a warm, dry area.
- Once dried, peel them off the wax paper or mat. Use a string or suction cup to hang in a sunny window and enjoy!
Notes
Customization options include adding glitter, using gelatin instead of cornstarch, and experimenting with shapes for seasonal themes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Crafts
- Method: Crafting
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 suncatcher
- Calories: N/A
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: N/A
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: N/A
- Cholesterol: N/A