Blue Crayon Suncatcher Craft
Create stunning blue crayon suncatchers that bring color and light into your space with this simple and fun craft project.
Ingredients
Craft Materials
- 3 pieces Blue crayons (or your choice of color)
- 2 sheets Wax paper Cut into desired size
- 1 unit Iron For melting crayon shavings
- 1 sheet Parchment paper To protect the iron and wax paper
- 1 unit Scissors For cutting shapes from melted crayon
- 1 optional Hole punch For creating a hole for string
- 1 unit String or ribbon For hanging the suncatcher
Instructions
Preparation
- Clear a flat surface and lay down newspaper to catch any crayon shavings.
- Use a sharpener or knife to shave blue crayons into small, thin pieces, ensuring uniform size for even melting.
- Cut two pieces of wax paper about the size of your desired suncatcher. Place one piece on the flat surface.
Assembly
- Sprinkle the shaved crayon pieces evenly over the wax paper.
- Place the second piece of wax paper over the crayon shavings, pressing gently.
Melting
- Preheat your iron to a low setting.
- Place a sheet of parchment paper over the wax paper sandwich.
- Gently press the iron on top of the parchment paper for a few seconds until the crayons start to melt.
Finishing Touches
- Allow the wax paper to cool slightly. Once set, carefully peel apart the layers.
- Cut out desired shapes from your melted crayon masterpiece.
- (Optional) Use the hole punch to create a hole for string.
- Tie with string or ribbon for hanging.
Notes
Experiment with different crayon colors to create a rainbow effect. Consider adult supervision during melting, especially with young children. Clean up by letting wax cool and peel off surfaces, then wipe clean.