How to Make a Paper Plate Sun Catcher

Making Paper Plate Sun Catchers: Fun for Everyone!

Hey there! Want to make something beautiful and easy? Let's make paper plate sun catchers! They're perfect for kids – and adults who are kids at heart. Seriously, these are fun and they look amazing.

What You'll Need:

• Paper plates: Any color works! I love using plain white ones and coloring them myself.
• Scissors: Sharp ones are best. Ask a grown-up for help if you're little.
• Markers, crayons, or colored pencils: Get creative with the colors!
• Glue: A glue stick is usually easiest.
• Optional: Tissue paper – adds a cool, see-through effect.
• Optional: Glitter – because sparkle is always fun.
• Optional: Hole punch – to hang your sun catcher.
• Optional: String or ribbon – for hanging.
• Optional: Contact paper – makes it super durable!

Making a Basic Sun Catcher:

1. Prep the Plate: If you're using a plain white plate, color the whole thing first. This makes your design pop!
2. Design Time! Draw your design. Simple shapes like circles and stars are great for beginners. Or go crazy with a super detailed picture!
3. Cut it Out: Carefully cut out your design. Grown-ups, please supervise the little ones with the scissors.
4. Add Some Pizzazz (Optional): Glue on glitter, tissue paper, or anything else you like! Tissue paper on the back looks like stained glass.
5. Hang it Up: Punch a hole at the top and add some string or ribbon. Find a sunny spot to hang it!

Level-Up Your Sun Catcher:

1. Stained Glass Effect:

This is so pretty! Use tissue paper or cellophane. Cut out shapes, layer them, and glue them down. The light shines right through!

2. Mosaic Madness:

Cut up little bits of colored paper. Arrange them like a mosaic – it's like making a tiny, colorful puzzle on your plate.

3. Nature's Artwork:

Glue on leaves, flowers, or twigs! This adds a really cool, natural look. I once made one with pressed flowers from my garden.

4. Geometric Fun:

Use a ruler to draw neat lines and shapes. Stripes, dots, triangles – let your inner geometry whiz shine!

5. Super Durable Sun Catcher:

Cover your finished design with contact paper. It’ll protect it and even let you hang it outside!

Some Design Ideas to Get You Started:

• Rainbow Bright: Use all the colors of the rainbow! Stripes, arches…get creative!
• Flower Power: Make a flowery design. Think sunflowers, roses, or even silly cartoon flowers.
• Geometric Chic: Circles, squares, triangles… it's all about the shapes!
• Abstract Art Attack: Just go wild with colors and shapes! No rules here.
• Seasonal Fun: Make a Halloween sun catcher with pumpkins, or a Christmas one with snowflakes.

Tips for Success:

• Let the glue dry completely before hanging.
• Use lots of different colors and textures!
• Don't be afraid to experiment!
• Make it a family project – it's more fun together!
• Add a personal touch – maybe your name or a special date.
• Hang it in a sunny spot to show off those beautiful colors!

Ready to Shine?

Making a paper plate sun catcher is super easy and a lot of fun. So grab your supplies and let's get crafting! You'll be amazed at how beautiful your creation will be. Happy crafting!