Crayon Suncatchers
Create beautiful and colorful crayon suncatchers that reflect the joy of artistic expression and brighten up your space.
Ingredients
Craft Materials
- 4 pieces Crayons (broken or whole) Use old or broken crayons
- 2 sheets Wax paper Cut to desired size
- 1 unit An iron Set to low heat with no steam
- 1 unit Thin dish towel or parchment paper For protection while ironing
- 1 unit Scissors To cut the suncatcher shapes
- 1 unit String or ribbon Optional for hanging
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather and sort crayons by color.
- Peel off the paper wrappers to reveal the colorful wax.
Creating Crayon Shavings
- Grate or chop the crayons into small pieces to create colorful shavings.
Assembling the Suncatcher
- Cut two pieces of wax paper to your desired size.
- Place one piece of wax paper on a flat surface, sprinkle crayon shavings evenly across it.
- Top with the second piece of wax paper to create a sandwich.
Melting the Crayons
- Set the iron to a low heat setting.
- Place the thin dish towel or parchment paper on top of the wax paper sandwich.
- Iron gently in circular motions, melting the crayon shavings inside.
Cutting & Hanging
- Once cool, carefully cut the suncatcher into fun shapes like hearts or stars.
- If desired, punch a small hole and thread a string or ribbon through for hanging.
Notes
Experiment with different color combinations and use cookie cutters for unique shapes. Incorporate natural elements for an organic touch. Hang suncatchers where sunlight hits for visual impact.