Blue Crayon Suncatchers
Create vibrant Blue Crayon Suncatchers that enhance your windows while sparking creativity and fine motor skills in kids.
Ingredients
Materials
- 2 Blue crayons (or other colors if desired) Use multiple colors for varied effects.
- 1 sheet Wax paper or translucent plastic sheets Choose heavy-duty wax paper if possible.
- 1 Grater or sharpener For shaving crayons, adult supervision suggested.
- 1 Iron Should be used with adult supervision.
- 2 sheets Parchment paper Used to seal the design while ironing.
- 1 pair Scissors For cutting out shapes after ironing.
- 1 String or suction cups For hanging the finished suncatcher.
Instructions
Preparation
- Clear a flat surface to avoid clutter and lay down newspapers or an old cloth to catch any crayon shavings.
Grating the Crayons
- Use the grater to shave blue crayons into fine pieces and let the kids help to watch the shavings collect.
Creating the Design
- Place a sheet of wax paper on your workspace and sprinkle the crayon shavings onto one half of the wax paper in a creative pattern.
Sealing the Design
- Fold the wax paper over the shavings to cover them and place the folded wax paper between two sheets of parchment paper.
Ironing
- Gently press the iron over the parchment paper for a few seconds at a low heat to melt and blend the crayons.
Cutting and Hanging
- Carefully peel apart the layers once cooled, cut out shapes or leave as a rectangle, and use string or suction cups to hang your suncatcher in the window.
Notes
Experiment with different colors, shapes, and consider adding glitter for extra sparkle. Make it a themed craft for party decorations or gifts.