Snowflake Suncatcher
A delightful winter craft for all ages that creates beautiful suncatchers using simple materials.
Ingredients
Materials
- 1 sheet Clear contact paper
- 1 pair Craft scissors For cutting out the snowflake shape
- 1 sheet White tissue paper (or colored paper for a twist) Use any color for added creativity
- 1 piece Marker or pencil For drawing the snowflake design
- 1 plate Paper plate or cardboard For a work surface
- 1 string String or ribbon For hanging the finished suncatcher
Instructions
Preparation
- Lay down a paper plate or cardboard to protect your crafting area.
- Cut white or colored tissue paper into small squares.
Creating the Base Design
- On the non-sticky side of a piece of contact paper, use the marker or pencil to sketch a snowflake shape.
- Carefully peel off the paper backing from the contact paper.
Assembling the Suncatcher
- Begin placing the tissue paper squares onto the sticky side within your snowflake shape. Feel free to mix colors or create patterns!
- Once satisfied with your design, take another piece of contact paper and stick it over the top to seal it all in.
Final Touches
- Using scissors, cut out the snowflake shape from the contact paper, leaving a small border.
- Punch a small hole at the top and thread your string or ribbon through for hanging.
Notes
Consider using different colors of tissue paper for unique designs. You can also add glitter for extra sparkle or create multiple layers by stacking several smaller snowflakes.