Melted Crayon Leaf Ornaments

Making crafts with your kids can be a delightful experience. I remember a lovely autumn day when my children and I decided to collect fallen leaves and turn them into beautiful ornaments. The joy on their faces when they saw the melted crayon leaves was priceless. These colorful melted crayon leaf ornaments are a fun, simple project that brightens your home during the fall season.

Why Make These Melted Crayon Leaf Ornaments

Creating melted crayon leaf ornaments is worth trying for many reasons. First, it’s a fantastic way to recycle old crayons that might be lying around the house. Second, it’s an easy craft that even kids can help with! The vibrant colors add a lovely, seasonal touch to your home decor. Plus, these ornaments make personal gifts for family and friends.

How to Make Melted Crayon Leaf Ornaments

This craft comes together quickly and simply. Just gather your materials and follow the steps below. You’ll be amazed at how these plain leaf shapes transform into colorful decorations!

You will need :

• Leaf-Shaped Blanks (Wood, Clay, or Heavy Cardstock)
• Crayons (Red, Yellow, Orange, Green, Brown)
• Heat Gun or Oven (Set to low temp, e.g., 200°F/93°C)

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C) or prepare your heat gun.
2. Break the crayons into small pieces.
3. Place the leaf-shaped blanks on a heat-resistant surface.
4. Arrange the crayon pieces on the leaves.
5. If using an oven, place the leaves on a baking sheet and put them in the oven for a few minutes until the crayons melt. If using a heat gun, carefully aim it at the crayon pieces until they melt.
6. Allow the ornaments to cool before handling.
7. Once cooled, they can be used as decorations.

How to Display Your Melted Crayon Leaf Ornaments

Once your ornaments have cooled and hardened, use a hole punch to make a small hole near the top of each leaf. Thread a piece of string, ribbon, or fishing line through it and hang your colorful creations in a sunny window, on a fall branch display, or as a festive garland across a mantel. The sunlight will bring their melted crayon colors to life beautifully!

Tips for Keeping Them Beautiful

To make your ornaments last longer, handle them gently and keep them flat when not in use. If you plan to save them for next year, place them between sheets of wax paper or parchment paper inside a sturdy envelope or folder. Store them in a cool, dry place away from heat to prevent the wax from softening.

Tips to Make Melted Crayon Leaf Ornaments

• Use a variety of crayon colors for a more vibrant look.
• Make sure to break the crayons into small pieces for even melting.
• Supervise kids closely when using heat tools for safety.
• Experiment with different shapes or sizes of leaf blanks.

FAQs

1. Can I use a regular hairdryer instead of a heat gun?

Yes, a hairdryer can work too, but it might take longer to melt the crayons evenly.

2. What kind of blanks should I use?

Wood, clay, or heavy cardstock work great. Choose what you have on hand!

3. Can I use other types of colors or materials?

Absolutely! You can try oil pastels or colored pencils, but crayons are the easiest to melt.

Conclusion

I hope you have as much fun making these melted crayon leaf ornaments as I did with my children. They are easy, colorful, and bring a warm touch to your home. What colors do you think you’ll use? Happy crafting!