Description
Create beautiful suncatchers using blue crayons and wax paper for a fun and engaging craft activity.
Ingredients
- Blue crayons (various shades)
- Wax paper
- Sharpener or grater
- Household iron
- Parchment paper
- Scissors
- String (optional for hanging)
- Tape
Instructions
- Sharpen or grate several blue crayons to create shavings and mix different shades for depth.
- Cut two pieces of wax paper to your desired suncatcher size and place one flat on a heat-resistant surface.
- Sprinkle the blue crayon shavings evenly over the wax paper and experiment with different patterns.
- Place the second piece of wax paper on top of the shavings and lightly press down.
- Preheat the iron on a low setting and cover the wax paper sandwich with parchment paper. Gently press the iron over it for about 10-15 seconds.
- Carefully remove the parchment paper and allow the suncatcher to cool completely.
- Trim the edges into shapes like circles, hearts, or stars. Use tape or string to hang your creation in a sunny window.
Notes
Consider making a matching set of suncatchers with different colors to create a themed display. Use them as gifts for friends or family for special occasions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Crafts
- Method: Crafting
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 suncatcher
- Calories: 0
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg