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Clear Glue Suncatcher

Create beautiful and calming clear glue suncatchers that capture color and light.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 1 suncatcher
Course: Crafting
Cuisine: Crafting
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Clear school glue
  • Baking sheet or shallow tray
  • Parchment paper or silicone mat optional
  • Small mixing cups or disposable containers
  • Stir sticks or popsicle sticks
  • Clear hair spray or glossy acrylic spray optional
  • Small decorative items dried flower petals, glitter, sequins, tiny beads, or tissue paper
  • Food coloring liquid watercolor, or alcohol ink
  • Toothpicks
  • String ribbon, or suction cup hook
  • Scissors and craft knife
  • A warm dry spot with good airflow

Method
 

  1. Prepare your workspace, laying parchment on a tray.
  2. Pour clear glue into a small cup.
  3. Add a drop or two of color and stir slowly.
  4. Transfer the tinted glue to the lined tray.
  5. Smooth edges and shape gently with a stir stick.
  6. Place decorations one at a time using a toothpick.
  7. Remove any visible bubbles with a toothpick.
  8. Let the glue sit in a warm, dry place to dry.
  9. Once firm, peel the suncatcher gently from the paper.
  10. Trim the edges and punch a small hole for hanging.
  11. Optionally seal with clear spray.
  12. Hang the suncatcher in a window to enjoy the colors.

Notes

Use small quantities of color to maintain clarity. Experiment with different decorations.