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Crystal Flower Light Catcher

A delightful and enchanting craft project for families that transforms simple materials into a beautiful light catcher that reflects colors and brightens your home.

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Materials

Craft Materials

  • 6 pieces clear plastic spoons Clear plastic spoons are the base for the flower petals.
  • 1 bottle translucent blue paint Use translucent paint for best light reflection.
  • 1 bottle translucent pink paint Choose a vibrant hue for a colorful flower.
  • 1 bottle translucent purple paint Purple adds an enchanting color combination.
  • 12 pieces acrylic gems These will enhance the sparkle effect.
  • 1 piece small mirror circle The mirror serves as the centerpiece for reflections.
  • 1 bottle clear glue Use a strong adhesive to secure everything.
  • 1 piece fishing line To hang the finished light catcher.

Instructions

Painting the Spoons

  • Paint the bowls of the six clear plastic spoons in blue, pink, and purple, then let them dry completely.

Assembling the Flower

  • Arrange the spoon bowls in a flower shape around the small mirror circle, with the handles pointing outward.
  • Glue the spoon petals securely around the mirror.

Adding Gems

  • Add acrylic gems between the petals and allow the glue to dry thoroughly.

Finishing Touches

  • Attach the fishing line securely and hang your beautiful flower where sunlight can reflect from the mirrored center.

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Tips & Notes:

Be sure to supervise children during the gluing process and any cutting steps. Wipe the light catcher gently with a soft cloth to clean and keep it sparkling.

Nutrition Information: Serving: | Calories: | Carbohydrates: | Protein: | Fat: | Sodium: | Fiber: | Sugar:

Author: Olivia Brooks Course: Cuisine: Keyword: Craft Project, Creative Expression, Family Activity, Kids Craft, Light Catcher

Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and calculated automatically. Values can vary depending on the brands and ingredients you use, so if you’re tracking closely, I recommend calculating with your own preferred tool.