Supplies:
- Crayola Crayons
- Crayola Crayon Sharpener
- Crayola Scissors
- Wax Paper
- Duct Tape
- Hair Dryer
- Wooden Dowel
- String
- Clear Tape
CIY Staff Tips:
- This project uses a hair dryer. Adult assistance required.
- Experiment with shades of blue for your raindrops!
- Try taping your raindrops so they hang at different heights.
- If needed, trim any excess string from your suncatcher.
Steps:
1
Unwrap 4–6 crayons, then use crayon sharpener to create shavings.
2
Lay piece of wax paper on protected surface. Evenly sprinkle shavings onto wax paper.
3
Place slightly larger piece of wax paper overtop. Seal edges with duct tape.
4
With the help of an adult, use hair dryer to melt shavings. Let cool 15 min.
5
Cut raindrop shapes out of wax paper.
6
Tie piece of string onto wooden dowel.
7
Tape raindrops to string.
8
Repeat steps 6–7 until suncatcher is complete.
9
Hang and enjoy catching a sun shower!
Occasion:
Rainy Day Crafts,
Back to School
Age:
6+,
8+,
Tween+
