Blue Crayon Suncatchers
Create stunning blue crayon suncatchers that brighten your windows with vibrant colors and delightful scents.
Ingredients
Materials
- Blue crayons Blue crayons (broken or unbroken) Reuse broken crayons or use whole ones.
- 1 piece Old baking sheet or glass dish To hold melted crayons.
- 1 piece Parchment paper or foil For lining the baking sheet.
- 1 unit Oven (or toaster oven) To melt the crayons.
- 1 pair Scissors If cutting crayons into pieces.
- 1 piece String or ribbon For hanging the finished suncatchers.
Instructions
Preparing the Crayons
- Set up a clean workspace with all materials.
- Preheat your oven to 230°F (110°C).
- Remove paper wrappers from the crayons and cut them into small pieces if desired.
Melting Process
- Place parchment paper or foil on the baking sheet or glass dish to prevent sticking.
- Scatter the broken blue crayon pieces evenly on the lined dish.
Baking
- Place the dish in the preheated oven. Bake for 10-15 minutes, keeping a close eye to avoid over-melting.
- The crayons should be fully melted and combined but not bubbling. Remove from the oven.
Cooling and Finishing
- Allow the melted crayon mixture to cool for 15-30 minutes until solid.
- If desired, use scissors to cut the cooled crayon slab into fun shapes.
- Attach a string or ribbon for hanging using a hot glue gun or adhesive.
Notes
Consider combining blue with other colors for multi-color effects. Use cookie cutters for fun shapes or pour layers of different colors for beautiful depth.