DIY Blue Crayon Suncatchers
A calming craft project that involves melting blue crayons to create beautiful suncatchers that glow in sunlight.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Multiple suncatchers depending on size
- Category: Craft
- Method: Melting
- Cuisine: N/A
- Diet: N/A
Ingredients
- Blue crayons in a variety of shades
- A box grater or craft grater
- Parchment paper or a silicone mat
- Clear laminating sheets or clear plastic templates
- A low oven or a heat source like a toaster oven
- Cookie cutters or small molds (optional)
- Tweezers or a small spoon
- A thin ribbon or string for hanging (optional)
- A metal baking tray and foil
- A well-ventilated space and oven mitts
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace and materials, setting parchment paper on a flat surface and arranging crayons by shade.
- Grate the blue crayons into fine shavings using the box grater.
- Arrange the shavings on a clear laminating sheet or clear plastic.
- Add layers of darker and lighter blues for depth.
- Melt the crayon shavings in a preheated low oven.
- Check and adjust the flow of melted wax as needed.
- Allow the melted piece to cool completely.
- Trim edges and punch holes for hanging if using laminated sheets.
- Hang your suncatcher in a window to enjoy the shifting colors.
- Clean up leftover shavings and tools carefully.
Notes
Invite texture by mixing smooth shavings with coarser pieces for variety. Use a thin layer of white for a softer appearance if desired.