Crayon Star Sun Catchers
A fun and creative crafting project to make beautiful star-shaped sun catchers using old crayons, perfect for both children and adults.
Ingredients
Materials
- 6 pieces Old or broken crayons Different colors for varied designs
- 2 pieces Silicone star-shaped molds Use for molding the melted crayons
- 1 unit Oven or toaster oven To melt the crayons
- 1 sheet Parchment paper For lining baking sheet if necessary
- 1 unit Cooling rack To cool the molds after baking
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather and sort old crayons by color, removing any paper wrappers.
- Chop the crayons into small pieces, aiming for pieces about 1/2 inch long.
Fill the Molds
- Preheat the oven to 250°F (121°C).
- Fill the silicone molds with crayon pieces, mixing and matching colors for a marbled effect.
Bake
- Place the filled molds on a baking sheet and put them in the preheated oven.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes until crayons are completely melted, keeping a close watch to prevent burning.
Cool and Remove
- Remove the molds from the oven and place them on a heatproof surface. Allow to cool and harden completely.
- Gently twist and pop out the star-shaped sun catchers from the molds once cooled.
Notes
Experiment with different colors or add glitter for unique effects. Use other mold shapes for added variety.