Crayon Suncatchers
Create vibrant crayon suncatchers that recycle broken crayons into stunning art pieces. This delightful craft project is perfect for all ages and is a fun way to brighten your home.
Ingredients
Materials
- 1 box Crayons (broken pieces work well) Any type of crayons can be used.
- 1 dish Oven-safe baking dish or silicone mold This will hold the melted crayons.
- 1 sheet Parchment paper To line the dish for easy removal.
- 1 pair Heatproof oven mitts Essential for safely handling the hot dish.
- optional Glitter or small beads For added sparkle in the suncatchers.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C).
- Peel and break crayons into small pieces (about 1-inch chunks). Sort by color for design variety or mix them for a rainbow effect.
- Place the crayon pieces in your baking dish or silicone mold, filling it evenly.
Baking
- Carefully place the dish in the oven and melt the crayons, watching them closely for 10-15 minutes.
Cooling and Displaying
- Once melted, remove the dish using heatproof mitts and allow to cool for about 30 minutes until they harden.
- Pop out the suncatchers from the mold and hang them using string or suction cups in a sunny window.
Notes
Experiment with different colors and shapes using cookie cutters or stencils. Add glitter or beads for texture. This craft is great for parties or as gifts.