Description
A vibrant DIY project to create a clear glue turtle suncatcher that mimics stained glass art, perfect for beach-themed decor.
Ingredients
- Clear glue (school glue works well)
- Wax paper or contact paper
- Vibrant tissue paper in various colors
- Scissors
- Black marker
- Turtle template (optional for tracing)
- Paintbrush or sponge
- A sunny window for display
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace with a clean surface and a protective covering.
- Cut the vibrant tissue paper into shapes, like turtles or ocean scenery.
- Create a base using wax paper or contact paper.
- Apply glue with a paintbrush or sponge over the area for your paper shapes.
- Place the cut tissue shapes onto the glue, mixing and matching colors.
- Seal with another layer of glue over the shapes.
- Let it dry completely for about 1-2 hours.
- Cut around the shapes once dried.
- Hang your suncatcher using tape or string in a sunny window.
Notes
Feel free to explore different colors and shapes. This project enhances creativity and can be a joyful experience to share with kids.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: Crafting