Description
Create vibrant melted bead suncatchers to bring color and beauty to your windows while engaging in a fun DIY project. Perfect for all ages!
Ingredients
- Clear plastic or silicone suncatcher molds
- Assorted plastic beads (perler beads work well)
- Oven or toaster oven
- Parchment paper or aluminum foil
- Oven mitts
- Cool water or ice bath (optional for quick cooling)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (204°C) and allow it to fully heat.
- Prepare Your Molds: Place parchment paper or aluminum foil on a baking sheet for easy cleanup. Position your suncatcher molds on the sheet.
- Fill the Molds: Arrange your beads in the molds. Use a mix of colors and patterns to create unique designs. Keep in mind that beads will melt and spread, so don’t overcrowd them.
- Bake the Molds: Carefully insert the baking sheet into the preheated oven. Bake for about 15-20 minutes. Watch them closely; the beads should melt but not bubble over.
- Cool the Suncatchers: When melted, remove the molds from the oven using oven mitts. Allow the molds to cool at room temperature or place them in a cool water bath for faster cooling.
- Remove the Suncatchers: Gently pop the suncatchers out of the molds once cooled. They should come out easily.
Notes
Experiment with different color schemes and shapes for seasonal variations. Avoid overcrowding beads to prevent bubbling during baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: N/A
- 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