Glowing Pumpkin Suncatchers
Create delightful glowing pumpkin suncatchers using simple materials for a fun fall craft that brightens up any space.
Ingredients
Materials
- 1 sheet Wax paper or transparency sheets
- 1 pack Orange tissue paper
- 1 pack Black tissue paper
- optional bottle Glow-in-the-dark paint For a magical effect at night.
- 1 pair Scissors For cutting shapes.
- 1 stick Glue stick
- 1 piece Pencil For sketching designs.
- 1 marker Black marker For outlining the pumpkins.
- 1 length String For hanging the suncatchers.
Instructions
Preparing Your Workspace
- Gather all your materials on a clean and flat surface.
- Lay down newspaper or an old cloth to catch any mess.
Making the Pumpkin Design
- Sketch various pumpkin shapes on your wax paper or transparency sheets using a pencil.
- Carefully cut out the drawn shapes with scissors.
Adding Color
- Tear or cut orange and black tissue paper into small squares.
- Apply glue to the backside of your pumpkin cutouts and stick the tissue paper squares onto them, overlapping for a vibrant look.
Adding Glow
- If desired, apply the glow-in-the-dark paint in areas around the pumpkin designs.
- Allow drying time according to the paint instructions.
Finishing Touches
- Use a black marker to outline the pumpkin's features for a striking contrast.
- Cut a length of string and attach it to the top of the pumpkin for hanging.
Notes
Customize colors with different types of tissue paper or experiment with various materials for unique textures.