Watermelon Slice Suncatchers
Create vibrant and colorful watermelon slice suncatchers that brighten up any space with their playful design, perfect for kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Materials
- 1 sheet Clear contact paper or adhesive plastic sheets Used as the base for the suncatcher.
- 1 sheet Red tissue paper (or red construction paper) Cut into small squares for the filling.
- 1 sheet Green tissue paper (or green construction paper) Cut into a larger crescent for the rind.
- optional Black beads or paper circles (for seeds) Used to represent watermelon seeds.
- 1 Scissors For cutting the paper.
- 1 piece A pencil for tracing shapes (optional) Could be used to outline the shapes before cutting.
Instructions
Preparation
- Find a clean, flat surface to work on.
- Lay down newspapers or a cutting mat to catch any scraps.
Cut the Shapes
- Cut large circles from the contact paper to form the base of the watermelon slice.
- Trim the shape to a crescent to mimic a slice of watermelon.
- Cut smaller pieces of red tissue paper into small squares for the filling.
- Cut green tissue paper into a larger crescent for the rind.
- If using, cut out small black circles for seeds.
Assemble the Suncatcher
- Peel off one side of the contact paper and place the green crescent rind pattern down first.
- Next, add the small red squares overlapping slightly, covering the rest of the clear area.
- Scatter the black beads or paper seeds over the red area.
- Carefully peel off the other side of the contact paper and cover the entire design, sealing it in.
Finishing Touches
- Use scissors to trim any excess contact paper around the edges for a clean look.
- Punch a hole at the top and tie a string or ribbon for hanging.
Notes
Customize the colors and shapes to create different fruit designs. Consider adding glitter for extra sparkle and swapping seasonal themes for a variety throughout the year.