Description
Create stunning eco-friendly suncatchers using bioplastics and natural materials for a vibrant addition to your home decor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup of water
- 1 tablespoon of gelatin (unflavored)
- 2 tablespoons of corn syrup
- Food coloring (various colors)
- Baking sheet
- Wax paper
- Natural items (flowers, leaves, etc.)
- Scissors
- Hole punch
- String or ribbon for hanging
Instructions
- Prepare Your Workspace by laying down wax paper to catch spills and gather all materials.
- Make the Bioplastic Mixture by combining water, gelatin, and corn syrup in a saucepan, heating and stirring until dissolved, then divide into cups and add food coloring.
- Create Your Suncatchers by pouring the mixture onto the baking sheet, placing natural items on top, and allowing to set for 4-6 hours.
- Cut and Punch the set bioplastic into desired shapes and create a hole for hanging.
- Display Your Creation by threading a string or ribbon and hanging it in a sunny window.
Notes
Experiment with different colors and shapes, and consider using edible flowers or glitter for decorative variations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: Crafting
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 suncatcher
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg