DIY Bioplastic Suncatchers
A creative and calming project to make beautiful bioplastic suncatchers using simple kitchen ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Multiple suncatchers
- Category: Craft
- Method: Crafting
- Cuisine: N/A
- Diet: N/A
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon potato starch or cornstarch per small suncatcher
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar per batch
- 1 teaspoon glycerin per batch (optional)
- About 3 tablespoons warm water per batch
- Parchment paper or silicone mat
- Leaves, petals, small feathers, thin paper, or pressed botanicals
- Small beads or fine glitter (optional)
- String, twine, or thin ribbon for hanging
- Scissors and tweezers
Instructions
- Measure the starch and water into a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl.
- Warm the water slightly so the starch dissolves easily.
- Add the vinegar and glycerin, and stir until the mixture looks milky and thickens.
- Heat the mixture on low while stirring constantly until it holds a ribbon when lifted.
- Let it cool for a minute, then pour a small puddle onto parchment paper.
- Spread gently to a coin-like thickness and arrange your botanicals on top.
- If desired, use a skewer to make a hole for hanging.
- Let the piece cool and dry, then flatten if necessary.
- Once dry, trim edges and thread a string for hanging.
Notes
Store flat to avoid curls and keep in a cool, dry place. Gently steam curled pieces to reshape.