Melted Crayon Rainbow Butterfly Suncatcher

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Materials

1 sheet Wax paper Ensure it is suitable for heat.
assorted colors Rainbow crayon shavings Use vibrant colors that blend well.
1 template Butterfly template For tracing shapes.
1 sheet Parchment paper To protect the iron.
1 unit Iron (with adult help) Ensure adult supervision is present.
1 piece Black cardstock For making butterfly bodies.
1 piece Ribbon For hanging the suncatcher.

Instructions

Preparation

Peel the wrappers off the crayons and create shavings with a sharpener or cheese grater.
Place one sheet of wax paper on a flat surface and sprinkle the crayon shavings evenly over it.
Layer a second sheet of wax paper on top, then add a piece of parchment paper over that.

Melting

With adult help, iron on a low setting for a few seconds to melt the shavings.
Allow to cool, then remove the top layer of wax paper.

Assembly

Use a butterfly template to trace and cut out shapes.
Cut small bodies from black cardstock, glue them to the center, and tie a ribbon for hanging.

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Tips & Notes:

Allow adult supervision during heating. Experiment with different shapes and colors for unique designs. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.