Clear Blue Rainbow Schoolhouse Suncatcher

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Materials

1 piece Clear contact paper For sealing and supporting the colorful elements.
1 piece Black cardstock Used for cutting the schoolhouse frame.
various pieces Rainbow tissue paper Cut into small bits to fill the windows.
1 piece Clear blue cellophane Adds a vibrant blue color to the suncatcher.
1 piece Clear pink cellophane Adds a vibrant pink color to the suncatcher.
1 piece Ribbon For hanging the completed suncatcher.
1 template Schoolhouse template To guide cutting the shape.
1 pair Scissors For cutting the cardstock and materials.

Instructions

Creating the Suncatcher

Cut the Frame: Begin by cutting out a schoolhouse frame from the black cardstock, leaving the windows open.
Set the Base: Place the frame on a piece of clear contact paper, ensuring it is laid flat and smooth.
Add Colorful Elements: Fill the windows with bits of rainbow tissue and pieces of clear blue and clear pink cellophane.
Seal the Creation: Seal everything with another layer of contact paper and trim the edges for a clean finish.
Hang Your Suncatcher: Use a ribbon to hang up the suncatcher in your favorite window.

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Tips & Notes:

If you encounter wrinkles in the contact paper, gently peel it back and reposition it. Handle the contact paper by its edges to avoid smudges. Experiment with colors for seasonal variations.