Colorful Eco-Friendly Bioplastic Suncatchers
Create beautiful and eco-friendly suncatchers using simple ingredients and a mindful process.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 3-5 suncatchers
- Category: Crafts
- Method: Crafting
- Cuisine: N/A
- Diet: N/A
Ingredients
- Cornstarch (white or fine)
- Water (filtered or tap)
- Glycerin (food grade; optional)
- White vinegar or lemon juice
- Natural or food-safe colorants (powdered pigments, food coloring, or plant dyes)
- A small saucepan
- Measuring spoons and cups
- Baking parchment or silicone mat
- Cookie cutters or templates
- A straw or skewer
- A hole punch or sharp needle
- Tweezers
- A small baking tray or flat plate
- Optional: pressed flowers, thin leaves, tissue paper, metallic foil bits
Instructions
- Measure the base mixture and gather your tools.
- Warm the kitchen by placing a tray and parchment nearby.
- Mix cornstarch and water off the heat until smooth.
- Add glycerin and vinegar to the bowl.
- Heat the mixture slowly over low heat, stirring continuously.
- Bring to the gentle stage and remove from heat.
- Divide into small cups for color.
- Lay out parchment and set cookie cutters or templates.
- Pour the colored mixture thinly into shapes.
- Smooth bubbles and edges with a damp skewer.
- Add pressed flowers or leaves if desired.
- Allow to dry in a sunny spot or a low oven.
- When dry, peel carefully from the parchment.
- Punch a hole and thread a cord for hanging.
Notes
Store suncatchers flat in a cool, dry place. Use parchment or tissue between pieces to avoid sticking.