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Melted Bead Sun Catchers


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  • Author: rosalind-chef-2
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Several sun catchers
  • Diet: N/A

Description

Create vibrant and whimsical melted bead sun catchers that brighten up any space with color and light.


Ingredients

  • Beads (various colors, ideally transparent or semi-transparent)
  • Metal cookie cutters (shapes of your choice)
  • Parchment paper or aluminum foil
  • Baking sheet
  • Oven
  • Pliers (optional for stringing)
  • String or fishing line (for hanging)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Select metal cookie cutters in fun shapes and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
  3. Pour beads into the cookie cutters, filling them almost to the top, and then gently shake to ensure even distribution.
  4. Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for about 20 minutes, watching as the beads melt.
  5. Once melted, remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the beads to cool completely until hardened.
  6. Gently pop the sun catchers out of the cookie cutters.
  7. Add a small hole for stringing or attach fishing line for hanging.

Notes

Experiment with different colors and shapes to create unique designs and consider using embellishments for added texture.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Crafts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: N/A

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sun catcher
  • 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