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DIY Red Crayon Suncatchers Project Recipe

DIY Red Crayon Suncatchers

Brighten your home with these delightful DIY Red Crayon Suncatchers that capture the magic of sunlight through colorful creations. Perfect for families and a fun crafting adventure!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Materials You'll Need
  • Red crayons
  • Wax paper
  • String or ribbon

Equipment

  • Iron
  • Grater or Sharpener
  • Scissors
  • Pencil
  • Paper Towel or Cloth

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat your iron to a low setting.
  2. Step 2: Use your grater or sharpener to shave the red crayons into small pieces.
  3. Step 3: Cut two pieces of wax paper to your desired size.
  4. Step 4: Place a layer of crayon shavings between the two pieces of wax paper.
  5. Step 5: Cover the top piece of wax paper with your paper towel or cloth.
  6. Step 6: Gently press the iron over the covered wax paper for a few seconds.
  7. Step 7: Once the shavings have melted, carefully remove the paper towel or cloth and let the wax paper cool.
  8. Step 8: Using scissors, cut the wax paper into fun shapes.
  9. Step 9: Create a small hole at the top of each shape using a pencil.
  10. Step 10: Thread the string or ribbon through the hole and tie a knot.

Notes

Store suncatchers flat in a cool, dry place. Avoid direct sunlight to prevent fading.