Supplies:
- Crayola Crayons
- Crayola Markers
- Crayola Scissors
- Crayola No-Run School Glue
- Crayon or Pencil Sharpener
- Duct Tape
- Pencil
- Wax Paper
- Hair Dryer
- Cardstock
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 3–4 crayons, then use crayon sharpener to create shavings.
2
Lay piece of wax paper on protected surface. Evenly sprinkle shavings onto wax paper.
3
Place slightly larger piece of wax paper overtop. Seal edges with duct tape.
4
With the help of an adult, use hair dryer to melt shavings. Let cool 15 minutes.
5
Sketch 4 equal-sized hearts on wax paper. Cut out.
6
Draw festive message and shamrock stem on cardstock with markers.
7
Glue wax paper hearts around stem to complete shamrock. Dry 1–2 hours.
8
Give this sham-rockin' craft to a lucky friend or family member!
Occasion:
St. Patrick's Day,
Winter
Age:
6+,
8+,
Tween+,
Adult
