Wax Paper Sun Catchers
A creative and calming DIY project to make colorful wax paper sun catchers that fill your space with vibrant reflections.
Ingredients
Materials for Sun Catchers
- 1 sheet Wax paper Easy to find in most kitchens
- As needed pieces Crayons or colored pencils Choose any colors that inspire you
- 1 piece Pencil or marker For sketching designs
- 1 pair Scissors To cut shapes smoothly
- 1 roll Clear tape For securing edges
- 1 bowl Small bowl of water Optional, if you wish to smooth edges
- 1 piece Hole punch For hanging, if desired
Instructions
Preparation
- Lay a sheet of wax paper flat on your workspace, feeling its smooth surface.
- Use the pencil or marker to sketch simple shapes or patterns on the wax paper.
- Color in the shapes using crayons or colored pencils, layering shades for depth.
- Fold the wax paper in half, ensuring the colors sit inside, and press down to create a crease.
- Cut out your shapes along the lines you’ve drawn, then hold them up to see how they play with light.
- Open the wax paper carefully to reveal your colorful creation.
- If desired, use a hole punch to create a small hole at the top for hanging.
- Secure any loose edges with clear tape to hold your sun catcher together.
- Find a window with plenty of light and hang your sun catcher.
Notes
To preserve your sun catchers, store them flat between layers of parchment paper. If they become dusty, gently wipe them with a soft cloth. You can also reuse materials to create new designs.