Ice Suncatchers
Create beautiful and colorful ice suncatchers to brighten your garden or windows using simple materials and natural elements.
Ingredients
Materials
- 2 cups Water You can use tap water or distilled water for clearer ice.
- 1 set Plastic or Silicone Molds Various shapes can be used, such as cupcake trays or baking molds.
- as needed Natural Elements (flowers, leaves, berries, or fruit slices) Choose your favorite natural decorations.
- as needed Twine or String Optional for hanging the suncatchers.
- a few drops Food Coloring Optional, for added color.
- 1 Freezer To freeze the suncatchers.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all the necessary materials and decide on the natural elements to incorporate.
- Rinse out the molds to ensure they are clean.
Assembly
- Add the natural elements to the bottom of each mold.
- If using food coloring, mix a few drops into the water for color.
- Carefully fill the molds with water, ensuring that the natural elements float.
Freezing
- Place the molds in the freezer and allow them to freeze for several hours or overnight.
Serving
- Once frozen solid, gently pull the ice suncatchers from the molds. Use warm water on stubborn molds if necessary.
- For hanging suncatchers, tie twine or string around the top and hang them from tree branches or hooks.
- Place the suncatchers on window ledges or in your garden to catch sunlight.
Notes
Try different natural inclusions like pine needles or citrus slices. Add biodegradable glitter to the water for extra sparkle. Experiment with mold sizes for variety.