Blue Crayon Raindrop Ornaments
Create colorful and unique raindrop-shaped ornaments using melted crayon shavings, perfect for gifts or home decor.
Ingredients
Materials
- 10-15 pieces Blue crayons Depending on the size of the ornaments.
- 1 sheet Wax paper or parchment paper To catch melting crayon drips.
- 1 sheet Parchment paper (optional) For easier cleanup.
- 1 unit Cookie sheet
- 1 unit Raindrop-shaped cookie cutter or mold
- 1 unit Oven Preheat to 250°F (120°C).
Instructions
Preparation
- Lay down wax or parchment paper on your workspace to catch any melting crayon drips.
- Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
Shaving the Crayons
- Carefully peel the wrappers off the blue crayons.
- Using a sharpener or knife, shave the crayons into thin pieces.
Arranging the Shavings
- Place the raindrop-shaped cookie cutter on the wax paper.
- Fill the inside of the cutter with blue crayon shavings, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
Baking
- Place the cookie sheet with the filled cutters in the preheated oven.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes, watching closely as the crayons melt.
Cooling and Cutting
- Once melted, carefully remove them from the oven (use oven mitts!).
- Allow to cool slightly, then gently lift the ornaments out of the cutter.
- If necessary, trim any rough edges with a knife.
Notes
You can mix in other colors of crayons for multi-colored effects. Consider using different cookie cutter shapes for varied designs. For scented ornaments, add a drop of essential oil.