Just wanted to share a terrific Valentine project.
I got this from another website, but it was so much fun for my 2 and 4 year old that I decided to share this with you--
We started by grating a red crayon and then sprinkled the shavings onto a large sheet of wax paper. Next we folded it in half and then I placed a warm iron--not hot-- just on low temp. on the top half. The wax shavings then melted into a beautiful pattern. We waited just a moment or two for it to dry and then unfolded the paper. Next we traced heart shapes and cut out the beautiful hearts. Afterwards we put a small hole in the top and threaded either a string or ribbon through the top. finally we hung them from a curtain rod in our kitchen.
The effect is just beautiful! You could even make a mobile from a hanger! They are so delicate and cheery on a cold winter's day-- something to brighten our spirits!
Well, good luck and please share any other Valentine projects that you might have. We would love to do more!
I got this from another website, but it was so much fun for my 2 and 4 year old that I decided to share this with you--
We started by grating a red crayon and then sprinkled the shavings onto a large sheet of wax paper. Next we folded it in half and then I placed a warm iron--not hot-- just on low temp. on the top half. The wax shavings then melted into a beautiful pattern. We waited just a moment or two for it to dry and then unfolded the paper. Next we traced heart shapes and cut out the beautiful hearts. Afterwards we put a small hole in the top and threaded either a string or ribbon through the top. finally we hung them from a curtain rod in our kitchen.
The effect is just beautiful! You could even make a mobile from a hanger! They are so delicate and cheery on a cold winter's day-- something to brighten our spirits!
Well, good luck and please share any other Valentine projects that you might have. We would love to do more!
