Spider Suncatcher
A soothing and creative project for making a beautiful spider-shaped suncatcher using beads and wire.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 suncatcher
- Category: Craft
- Method: Handcrafted
- Cuisine: N/A
- Diet: N/A
Ingredients
- Thin craft wire (20 to 26 gauge)
- Glass or acrylic beads (assorted colors and sizes)
- A small round bead for the spider body
- A tiny bead for the spider head (optional)
- Round-nose pliers
- Wire cutters
- Flat-nose pliers
- A jump ring or small metal loop for hanging (optional)
- Thin fishing line, cord, or thread for hanging
- A small piece of felt or cloth for comfort
- A soft towel or shallow dish to keep beads from rolling away
Instructions
- Gather a small tray of beads and your tools.
- Place the beads in view and let your hands settle.
- Cut a length of wire about 8 to 12 inches long.
- Thread the larger bead for the spider body onto the middle of the wire.
- If using a head bead, thread it next to the body bead.
- Bend the wire under the beads and form a tight loop beneath the body.
- Divide the remaining wire into four segments for the legs.
- Shape each leg by bending the wire at gentle angles.
- Add beads to the ends of some legs for weight and decoration.
- Wrap excess wire around the base beneath the body.
- Create a small hanging loop above the spider.
- Trim any sharp ends and press them flat.
- Attach a jump ring or tie fishing line to the hanging loop.
- Hang the suncatcher in a sunny window and enjoy the light.
Notes
Use glass beads for the best light capture; keep small beads away from young children and pets.
Find it online: https://www.cozyhandsdiy.com/spider-suncatcher/