Melted Crayon Christmas Ornaments
Create colorful melted crayon Christmas ornaments with preschoolers! This fun craft is perfect for holiday creativity and makes beautiful keepsakes for the tree. Easy, hands-on, and full of festive cheer!
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Equipment
- Pencil sharpener or cheese grater (to create crayon shavings)
- Hairdryer or heat gun (for melting)
- Protective table covering (e.g., newspaper or a disposable tablecloth)
- Smocks or old clothes (to keep kids clean)
- Small bowls or containers (for sorting crayon shavings)
Materials
- Clear plastic or glass ornaments preferably heat-resistant
- Crayons various colors
- Ribbon or string for hanging ornaments
Instructions
- Cover your table with a protective cloth or newspaper to catch any mess. Set out all materials within easy reach for the kids.
- Let the kids pick a few colors they’d like to use for their ornament. Encourage them to experiment with combinations!
- Make small crayon shavings with a pencil sharpener or cheese grater. For easy selection, you can place the shavings in separate bowls or piles by color.
- Open the top of the clear ornament and sprinkle in the crayon shavings. Kids can layer the colors for a fun striped effect or mix them for a more blended look.
- With an adult's help, use a hairdryer or heat gun to heat the outside of the ornament gently. Rotate the ornament while heating to distribute the melted crayon evenly and create a swirl effect.
- Allow the ornament to cool completely before replacing the top. Ensure the ornament is securely closed.
- Tie a festive ribbon or string to the top of the ornament so it’s ready to hang on the tree.
- Hang the ornaments on your Christmas tree or give them as handmade gifts to spread holiday cheer!