How to Make Magical Ice Crystal Sun Catchers
When the first winter snow falls, there’s something so magical about the way the light dances off the snowflakes. That sparkle inspired me to create something just as beautiful—Ice Crystal Sun Catchers. These simple, nature-based decorations are not only fun to make but also reflect the light in the most enchanting way.
What You’ll Need:
- Water
- Food coloring or natural dyes (turmeric or beet juice work great if you want to keep it natural!)
- Silicon molds or tin foil (to create your shapes)
- String (for hanging your sun catchers)
- Natural decorations (think berries, twigs, pine needles—anything you can find in your winter wonderland)
Let’s Get Crafty:
- Prepare the molds: Place your silicon molds on a cookie sheet. If you don’t have molds, get creative with tin foil to shape them however you like—icicles, stars, you name it!
- Mix your water and dye: In a large pitcher, mix your water with your chosen colors.
- Add your decorations: Place your berries, twigs, or anything else you'd like in the mold, then pour in the water mixture. Don’t forget to add your string—this is how you’ll hang them up once frozen.
- Freeze: Let your suncatchers freeze outside overnight. When they're solid, pop them out of the molds and hang them up where they'll catch the light!
Choosing Colors:
The best part of this project? You can totally customize it. Soft, calming colors or bright, bold shades—whatever reflects your mood. Mix them up, try a gradient, or keep it simple. Each sun catcher will be a little piece of winter magic.
Why I Love These for Winter Decor:
Winter can sometimes feel a little gloomy, but hanging these sun catchers brings the season’s sparkle indoors. They light up your space in such a simple, beautiful way. Plus, they’re a great way to get the kids outside, even if it’s just for gathering materials. I love watching the way the sunlight changes the colors throughout the day—each one feels like a little bit of winter magic hanging by the window.
Getting Creative:
Once you've got the basics down, why not mix it up? Add dried flowers, glitter, or make them in different sizes for more dramatic displays. You could even create themed catchers for the holidays—there’s no end to the ways you can personalize these.