Supplies:
- Crayola Crayons
- Wax Paper
- Hair Dryer
- String
- Crayola Scissors
- Duct Tape
- Mason Jar Lids
- Crayon Sharpener
CIY Staff Tips:
- This craft includes the use of a hair dryer. Adult assistance required.
- A pencil sharpener will work if you don’t have a crayon sharpener on hand.
Steps:
1
Unwrap 2–6 crayons, then use crayon sharpener to create shavings
2
Lay a piece of wax paper on a protected surface. Evenly sprinkle the shavings onto the wax paper.
3
Place a slightly larger piece of wax paper over the shavings and seal the edges with duct tape.
4
With the help of an adult, use a hairdryer to melt the shavings. Let cool 15 minutes.
5
Loop string through mason jar lids, then tie to create the ornament hangers.
6
Use mason jar lid to measure and trace a circle on the wax paper.
7
Cut out the circles with scissors and trim to fit, if needed.
8
Carefully press the circles into the open top of mason jar lid.
9
Hang on your tree or around the house!
Occasion:
Christmas,
Holiday,
Winter
Age:
6+,
8+
